The Ship Of Fools by Sebastian Brant
A Satirical Poem
This satirical allegory, written in the late 15th century, embarks on a voyage with a ship filled with fools, each representing various human vices and follies. Through a series of humorous and moralistic tales, the narrative critiques the social, political, and religious issues of the time, highlighting the absurdity and vanity of human behavior. The fools, oblivious to their own shortcomings, are bound for "Narragonia," a fictional land of foolishness, serving as a mirror to society's own misguided pursuits and the universal human condition.
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- Published
- 1494
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 416
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- Das Narrenschiff
- Narrenschiff
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