John Kendrick Bangs Libri

This is a parody of Lewis Carroll's 'Alice in Wonderland'.

Karl Friedrich Hieronymus von Münchhausen (1720 – 1797) byl německý voják a cestovatel, který se stal pážetem vévody Antona Ulricha II a během rusko-turecké války odjel do Ruska. Zde se připojil k ruské armádě a zúčastnil se tažení proti Turkům. Po odchodu z armády v roce 1760 se vrátil do Bodenwerderu se svou první ženou. Vynikl jako vyprávěč, jehož přehnané a neuvěřitelné historky o dobrodružstvích zaujaly publikum. Po smrti manželky se ve 74 letech znovu oženil, ale brzy se rozvedl. Jeho příběhy byly během jeho života zpracovány do literární podoby, což mu nebylo zcela po chuti. V roce 1785 vydal v Londýně německý knihovník a spisovatel Rudolph Erich Raspe knihu, která se stala populární a byla přeložena do mnoha jazyků, což vedlo k téměř 100 různým vydáním. V češtině jsou známé jako příběhy barona Prášila. Na začátku 20. století vydal novou sbírku těchto příběhů americký humorista John Kendrick Bangs. Tato sbírka patřila do série Bangsových Associated Shades, známé jako Bangsiánská fantasy. Čtenáři mají možnost se seznámit s vybranými příběhy a českým zrcadlovým překladem, zatímco anglický text je k dispozici na CD ve formátu MP3. Pro srovnání stylu a jazyka si mohou přečíst i několik kapitol z knihy Rudolpha Ericha Raspeho.

The story follows Charon, the Ferryman, as he reflects on his unique position between the living and the dead while navigating the Styx. With a sense of pride, he considers his monopoly on ferrying souls, emphasizing his clean record and ethical conduct in a world rife with corruption. This whimsical narrative explores themes of power, ethics, and the afterlife, showcasing Charon's character and his satisfaction with his role as a mediator between two realms.

The biography highlights John Kendrick Bangs' multifaceted career as an author, humorist, and editor, detailing his educational journey at Columbia College and Law School. His early work as Associate Editor of Life showcases his contributions to humor literature, where he published numerous articles and poems. Born into a family of lawyers, Bangs carved out a unique niche in the literary world, blending satire with keen observations of society, ultimately leading to his first book publications during the late 19th century.

"In Raffles Holmes and company, the son of Sherlock Holmes also happens to also be the grandson of thief A. J. Raffles (literary creation of E. W. Hormung). Upon meeting the man who will write his literary chronicles (much as Watson did for Holmes's adventures), we get the tale Raffles' astonishing origin, followed by an exciting series of adventures involving burglary, extortion, armed robbery, and more--with Raffles treading the fine line (and often slipping off) between good and evil, as the conflicting heritage of his sire and grandsire battle for dominance!"--p. [4] of cover.

The TREDITION CLASSICS series aims to revive public domain literature by making it accessible in printed format worldwide. Driven by a passion for literature, the series collaborates with various non-profit projects to ensure that classic works remain available. A portion of the proceeds from each sale supports these initiatives, allowing readers to contribute to the preservation of significant literary works. This commitment highlights the enduring value of great literature, ensuring it is not forgotten.

The TREDITION CLASSICS series aims to revive public domain literature by making it available in printed format worldwide. Driven by a passion for literature, the series collaborates with various non-profit projects to curate its content. A portion of the proceeds from each sale is donated to support these initiatives, allowing readers to contribute to the preservation of significant literary works. Each book in the series is a testament to the belief that great literature never loses its relevance.

Table of Contents: - A Toast To Santa Clause - The Conversion of Hetherington - A Merry Christmas Pie - The Child Who Had Everything But - A Holiday Wish - Santa Clause and Little Billee - Christmas Eve - The House of the Seven Santas - Extract: - "He was only a little bit of a chap, and so, when for the first time in his life he came into close contact with the endless current of human things, it was as hard for him to "stay put" as for some wayward little atom of flotsam and jetsam to keep from tossing about in the surging tides of the sea. His mother had left him there in the big toy-shop, with instructions not to move until she came back, while she went off to do some mysterious errand. She thought, no doubt, that with so many beautiful things on every side to delight his eye and hold his attention, strict obedience to her commands would not be hard." - John Kendrick Bangs (1862-1922) was an American author, editor and satirist.

This delightful collection of short stories and essays from the renowned American humorist John Kendrick Bangs is sure to delight readers of all ages. Full of witty observations on life and society, these tales will leave you laughing and thinking long after you've turned the final page.