02457cam a22003373u 4500 16244 UtSlPG 20260610133359.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PN Borrow, George, 1803-1881 The Turkish Jester : or, The Pleasantries of Cogia Nasr Eddin Effendi Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier This is a very rare work by George Borrow, English eccentric and polyglot. It's a translation of a collection of short stories about Cogia Nasr Eddin Effendi - many of which show the Cogia's wisdom. Release date is 2005-07-08 EBook transcribed from the 1924 Norwich edition, Vol. 16, Miscellanies, by David Price, email ccx074@coventry.ac.uk "The Turkish Jester" by George Borrow is a collection of humorous anecdotes and tales featuring the character Cogia Nasr Eddin Efendi, written in the late 19th century. This book captures the whimsical and satirical adventures of a clever yet mischievous figure known for his quick wit and cultural commentary, making it a delightful exploration of folklore and humor from Turkish culture. In this collection, Cogia Nasr Eddin is portrayed as an eccentric and wise personality who navigates various social situations with clever retorts and absurd antics. Each tale showcases his humorous interactions with other characters, including townsfolk and authority figures, often highlighting the follies of human behavior. Through his comical misunderstandings and sharp observations, the Cogia addresses broader themes of wisdom, foolishness, and societal norms. The stories serve not only as entertainment but also as reflections on life, often concluding with a profound yet humorous twist that leaves readers both amused and contemplative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: IPSWICH: W. WEBBER, DIAL LANE,, 1884 Translated from the Turkish by George Borrow. Nasreddin Hoca (Legendary character) Turkish wit and humor -- Translations into English https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16244 57632 57632