Till Eulenspiegel by Hermann Bote
The Marvellous Adventures and Rare Conceits of Master Tyll Owlglass
Set in the late Middle Ages, this collection of tales follows the mischievous and cunning adventures of a trickster who delights in turning societal norms on their head. Through a series of humorous and satirical episodes, the protagonist exposes the follies and hypocrisies of various figures, from the clergy to the common folk, using wit and cleverness to outsmart those who underestimate him. The stories, rich with cultural and historical references, offer a playful yet insightful critique of human nature and the social structures of the time.
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- Published
- 1510
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- German
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- The Marvellous Adventures and Rare Conceits of Master Tyll Owlglass
- Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks
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