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Mackenzie, Kenneth R. H. (Kenneth Robert Henderson)
1833
1886
Mackenzie, Kenneth Robert Henderson
Crowquill, Alfred
1804
1872
The Marvellous Adventures and Rare Conceits of Master Tyll Owlglass
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"The Marvellous Adventures and Rare Conceits of Master Tyll Owlglass" by Kenneth R. H. Mackenzie is a collection of humorous tales written in the mid-19th century. The book recounts the whimsical exploits of Tyll Owlglass, a clever and roguish character from German folklore known for his sharp wit and cunning tricks that often parody societal norms. The stories promise to offer both entertainment and social commentary reflecting the period's cultural and literary sensibilities. The opening of the work introduces Tyll Owlglass as a distinctive and mischievous figure whose antics are both humorous and insightful. We learn about his birth, which is marked by multiple christenings, hinting at his extraordinary nature. As a child, he showcases his wit and cleverness in amusing interactions with adults, such as offering sage advice to a traveler and duping a baker to procure bread for his mother. These early adventures set the tone for Owlglass's future exploits, filled with comedic mischief and social satire, suggesting that readers can anticipate a series of entertaining and thought-provoking tales that explore the follies of human nature through the experiences of this unforgettable character. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Satire
Honesty -- Juvenile fiction
Practical jokes -- Juvenile fiction
Deception -- Juvenile fiction
Eulenspiegel (Satire) -- Juvenile fiction
Fools and jesters -- Juvenile fiction
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Humour
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
Category: German Literature
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