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Müller-Casenov, Hans
Muller-Casenov, Hans
Dircks, W. H. (Will H.)
Dircks, Will H.
Dircks, W. H. (William Henry)
Brock, C. E. (Charles Edmund)
1870
1938
Brock, Charles E. (Charles Edmund)
Brock, Charles Edmund
The humour of Germany
$aUnited Kingdom :$bWalter Scott Ltd.,$c1892.
International humour
MFR, Eleni Christofaki and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
"The Humour of Germany," edited by W. H. Dircks, is a collection of humorous literary pieces written in the late 19th century. This anthology brings together examples of German wit from various authors across different historical periods, showcasing the unique nuances and characteristics of German humor. It explores the complex interplay between national identity and individual expression, making it an intriguing read for those interested in cultural studies or literature. The opening of the anthology contains an introduction that delves into the nuances of German humor, examining its local peculiarities and the influence of various cultural and historical factors on its development. It highlights the significance of humor as a literary form and its connection to the psychological aspects of the national character. Additionally, the first three selections include moral fables by early authors such as Hugo von Trimberg and Hans Sachs, illustrating humorous exchanges that deal with themes of guilt and confession while maintaining a light-hearted tone. Each piece serves as a precursor to the diverse collection that follows, setting the stage for a journey through the comedic landscape of German literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/humourofgermany00mluoft
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Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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German wit and humor
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