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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the fantastical world of giants as imagined by a classic author. The text delves into the origin story of these legendary beings, tracing their lineage from the very first giant, Chalbroth, to the three giants who form the book's core: Grandgousier, Gargantua, and Pantagruel. The author takes a unique approach, separating the wild tales of giants from the often-crude humor of their creator, presenting a fresh perspective on these figures. While often portrayed as monstrous and destructive, these giants are presented in this book with surprising depth and humanity. The author reveals a surprising tenderness and wisdom in their character, even in the most outrageous scenarios. Through their adventures and interactions, the book examines themes of family, education, and the nature of power, challenging the traditional views of giants in literature. The book ultimately offers a fresh perspective on giants, presenting them not as mindless brutes but as complex and often endearing characters, and prompting readers to question the assumptions they hold about these mythical beings. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331755180_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331755180
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331755180
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 276 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25986423/2
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