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Coster, Charles de
1827
1879
Coster, Charles Théodore Henri de
Coster, Charles Theodore Henri de
DeCoster, Charles Théodore Henri
Delstanche, Albert
1870
1941
Whitworth, Geoffrey Arundel
1883
1951
Légende d'Ulenspiegel. English
The Legend of the Glorious Adventures of Tyl Ulenspiegel in the land of Flanders and elsewhere
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Legend_of_Thyl_Ulenspiegel_and_Lamme_Goedzak
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"The Legend of the Glorious Adventures of Tyl Ulenspiegel in the Land of Flanders & Elsewhere" by Charles De Coster is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book celebrates the spirit of rebellion and defiance against oppression in Flanders through the adventures of its protagonist, Tyl Ulenspiegel, a mischievous and spirited figure whose journey reflects the struggle for freedom during a turbulent period in history. The opening portion introduces Tyl Ulenspiegel's birth to Claes and Soetkin, set against the backdrop of Flanders during May when the hawthorn blooms. The midwife Katheline proclaims Tyl as a child born under a lucky star, though her fears of a devilish mark suggest an ominous future. His father imparts to him an early lesson in sincerity and virtue, setting the tone for Tyl's character development as he grows up in a loving yet humble household. The narrative hints at Tyl's inherent mischievous nature as he starts his journey through life, marked by his encounters with friends and the challenges of his society, sowing the seeds for both humor and social commentary that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 86.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Adventure stories
Eulenspiegel (Satire) -- Legends
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Travel
Category: Historical Novels
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: Classics of Literature
Category: French Literature
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