The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen - Couverture souple

Rudolph Erich Raspe

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9358393319 ISBN 13 : 9789358393316

Editeur : Zinc Read, 2023

Synopsis

The character of Baron Munchausen is based on a real historical figure, Hieronymus Karl Friedrich, Freiherr von Münchhausen, who was a German nobleman known for his tall tales and extravagant storytelling. Raspe took inspiration from the baron's anecdotes and embellished them further, creating a larger-than-life figure who engages in fantastical exploits. In the stories, Baron Munchausen recounts his extraordinary adventures, which involve bizarre situations, incredible feats, and fantastical encounters. He claims to have ridden cannonballs, traveled to the Moon, and pulled himself out of a swamp by his own hair, among many other outrageous exploits. The tales are filled with humor, absurdity, and imaginative descriptions that stretch the boundaries of believability. "The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen" gained popularity for its inventive storytelling and imaginative scenarios. The character of Baron Munchausen became a symbol of extravagant and exaggerated storytelling, and his tales have been adapted and retold in various forms, including stage plays, films, and other literary works. The book has been appreciated for its satire and parody of traditional adventure literature, poking fun at the conventions of the genre and challenging the notion of veracity in storytelling. It offers readers a whimsical and entertaining journey into a world of outrageous imagination.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Zinc Read
• Date d'édition: 2023
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9358393319
• ISBN 13: 9789358393316
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 128
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible