World Classic Fairy Tale Series -- The Adventures of the Boastful King

Author: Bieder
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book has won the favor of both young and old, primarily because the stories are extremely humorous. They are absurd and bizarre yet make sense in their own twisted logic. So many imaginative and uniquely crafted tales could never have been conceived by a single author; they are the result of years of accumulation in the folk tradition. The authors Raspe and Bieder collected and compiled these stories, turning them into a truly remarkable book. The protagonist, Munchausen, is also undeniably a master of tall tales. Today, "Munchausen" has become a term for someone who exaggerates excessively, and this entry is included in dictionaries and encyclopedias in many countries, showing its widespread influence. Children love to imagine and dream, and it's likely no other book offers as much fantasy and imagination. No wonder this book has become a treasured possession for children around the world.