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2021-05-08
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Worfel, W. G.
Baron, The
The Baron
Curtis, Richard Harvey
Munchausen XX
MFR, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"Munchausen XX" by W. G. Worfel is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The narrative introduces us to the descendants of the famous Baron Münchhausen, recounting their fantastical adventures and outrageous tales. The main character, the narrator himself, shares his life story filled with sensational escapades, weaving themes of imagination, exaggeration, and humor throughout his experiences. The opening portion of "Munchausen XX" sets the stage for a whimsical journey, beginning with the narrator's childhood, marked by the death of his father and the enigmatic package he inherits. At the age of five, he learns that he is the "Prince of Liars" and is not chastised for his fabrications, suggesting that storytelling is valued in his family. As he grows, he recounts various amusing and extraordinary incidents that highlight his unconventional life. These early chapters establish a tone of adventure and fantasy, inviting readers to anticipate the outrageous predicaments and imaginative exploits that await in his quest to unlock the secrets of the mysterious package. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Fantasy fiction, American
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Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Category: Humour
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
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