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Hans Breitman's ballads   By: (1824-1903)

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Hans Breitman's Ballads by Charles Godfrey Leland is a collection of humorous and satirical poems that showcases the wit and creativity of the author. With its engaging narrative style and unique mixture of languages, the book takes readers on a whimsical journey through the adventures of the colorful character Hans Breitman.

Leland's writing style is refreshingly unconventional, combining elements of German, English, and Yiddish languages to create a distinctive and playful tone. Through his clever wordplay and expert mastery of linguistic nuances, Leland keeps readers entertained and engaged from start to finish. The combination of different languages may be challenging at times, but it ultimately adds to the book's charm and uniqueness.

What sets Hans Breitman's Ballads apart from other collections of poetry is its ability to seamlessly weave together humor and social commentary. Leland uses satire to cleverly address various societal issues, such as politics, love, and human nature. His witty observations shed light on the absurdities and contradictions of the world, making readers both laugh and reflect on their own lives.

The character of Hans Breitman is undoubtedly the highlight of the book. With his larger-than-life personality and misadventures, Breitman becomes a symbol of the everyman - flawed yet endearing, foolish yet relatable. Whether he is navigating the complexities of romantic relationships or finding himself in absurd situations, Hans Breitman's antics are a constant source of entertainment and amusement.

While the book primarily focuses on humor, it is not without depth. Through the whimsical tales of Hans Breitman, Leland subtly addresses profound themes like identity, social norms, and the human condition. Amidst the laughter, readers can find meaningful insights that resonate long after the final page.

It is worth mentioning that the language used in the poems may pose a challenge to some readers. The mixture of different languages, dialects, and phonetic spellings can sometimes make the verses difficult to unravel. However, this linguistic complexity also adds a layer of authenticity and cultural richness to the poems, enhancing the overall reading experience.

In conclusion, Hans Breitman's Ballads is a delightful and distinctive collection of poems that showcases Charles Godfrey Leland's talent for humor and satire. Through the misadventures of the unforgettable character Hans Breitman, the book offers readers a glimpse into the absurdities of life while subtly addressing profound themes. Although the language may prove challenging at times, those who appreciate clever wordplay and unconventional storytelling will find this collection a true gem.

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The Breitmann Ballads by Charles G. Leland.

1889

TO THE MEMORY OF THE LATE NICHOLAS TRÜBNER

This Work is Dedicated by Charles G. Leland

Poul and Karen Anderson without whose inspiration it would not exist. Geoff Kidd Krista Rourke

Ad Musan. "Est mihi schoena etenim et praestanti corpore liebsta Haec sola est mea Musa meoque regierit in Herza. Huic me ergebo ipsum meaque illi abstatto geluebda, Huic ebrensaulas aufrichto opfroque Geschenka, Hic etiam absingo liedros et carmina scribo." Rapsodia Andra, Leipzig, 17th Century Preface To the Edition of 1889.

Though twenty years have passed since the first appearance of the "Breitmann Ballads" in a collected form, the author is deeply gratified and not less sincerely grateful to the public in knowing that Hans still lives in many memories, that he continues to be quoted when writers wish to illustrate an exuberantly joyous "barty" or ladies so very fashionably dressed as to recall "de maidens mit nodings on," and that no inconsiderable number of those who are "beginning German" continue to be addressed by sportive friends in the Breitmann dialect as a compliment to their capacity as linguists... Continue reading book >>




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