Name: das leben und die meynungen des herrn tristram shandy: aus dem englischen bersetzt, volume 4...
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Author: Laurence Sterne
ISBN: 9781279830154

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das leben und die meynungen des herrn tristram shandy: aus dem englischen bersetzt, volume 4...

Type

Physical Book

Author

Laurence Sterne

Publisher

Nabu Press

Year

2012

Language

English

Pages

132

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

24.6x18.9x0.7 cm

Weight

0.25 kg.

ISBN

1279830158

ISBN13

9781279830154

Synopsis "das leben und die meynungen des herrn tristram shandy: aus dem englischen bersetzt, volume 4..."

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Das Leben Und Die Meynungen Des Herrn Tristram Shandy: Aus Dem Englischen Ubersetzt, Volume 4; Das Leben Und Die Meynungen Des Herrn Tristram Shandy: Aus Dem Englischen Ubersetzt; Laurence Sterne Laurence Sterne Langen, 1770

Laurence Sterne

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Laurence Sterne (1713–1768) was an Anglo-Irish novelist and clergyman, famous for his innovative style and sharp sense of humor. He was born in Clonmel, Ireland, and studied at the University of Cambridge. Ordained as a priest in the Anglican Church, he spent much of his life as a vicar in Yorkshire. However, his true fame came with the publication of The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (1759–1767), a revolutionary novel that broke with the narrative conventions of his time.

Tristram Shandy stood out for its fragmented structure, constant digressions, typographical play, and satirical tone, influenced by authors like Rabelais and Cervantes. The work caused a sensation in England and Europe, making Sterne a literary figure of great renown. Later he published A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy (1768), based on his travels through Europe, especially during his stay in France.

Sterne struggled for years with health issues, particularly tuberculosis, a disease that eventually led to his death in London. His literary legacy has deeply influenced modern and postmodern authors, and he is considered one of the forerunners of the experimental novel. His ironic and personal style continues to be the subject of study and admiration.

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