The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen - Couverture souple

Raspe, Rudolph Erich

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1934451142 ISBN 13 : 9781934451144

Editeur : Wilder Publications, 2008

Synopsis

AT THE CITY OF LONDON, ENGLAND. We, the undersigned, as true believers in the profit, do most solemnly affirm, that all the adventures of our friend Baron Munchausen, in whatever country they may lie, are positive and simple facts. And, as we have been believed, whose adventures are tenfold more wonderful, so do we hope all true believers will give him their full faith and credence. GULLIVER. SINBAD. ALADDIN. Sworn at the Mansion House 9th Nov. last, in the absence of the Lord Mayor. JOHN (the Porter).

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

Rudolph Erich Raspe (1736-1794) was a German writer, scholar, and librarian best known for creating the literary adventures of Baron Munchausen. Trained as a historian and scientist, Raspe worked in several academic and museum positions before turning to writing.His most famous work, Baron Munchausen's Narrative of His Marvellous Travels and Campaigns in Russia, first appeared in English in 1785 and quickly became popular for its imaginative exaggeration and comic storytelling. The stories were later expanded and adapted by other writers, helping to establish the Baron as one of literature's most enduring figures of humorous fantasy.Today the adventures of Baron Munchausen remain a classic example of literary tall tales and imaginative satire.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Wilder Publications
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1934451142
• ISBN 13: 9781934451144
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 104
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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