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_aLeland, Charles Godfrey, _d1824-1903 |
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| 240 | 1 | 0 | _aHans Breitman's ballads |
| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe Breitmann Ballads |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1996 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 1996-03-01 | ||
| 520 | _a"The Breitmann Ballads" by Charles Godfrey Leland is a collection of humorous poetry written in the mid-19th century. The work centers around the character Hans Breitmann, who represents the German-American immigrant experience, infused with a mix of comedic situations, political satire, and cultural commentary. Through a blend of broken English and German phrases, the ballads capture the essence of the character's adventures and misadventures in a foreign land, exploring themes of identity and cultural clash. At the start of "The Breitmann Ballads," readers are introduced to the exuberant atmosphere of Hans Breitmann's various escapades, revealed through the lively verses of the poems. The preface by the author explains the origins of the work, detailing the inspiration behind the title character and his adventures. The opening ballads set the tone with descriptions of festive gatherings, amusing drinking songs, and anecdotes that illustrate the charm and absurdity of life as an immigrant. Hans Breitmann's engaging persona and raucous parties invite laughter while also reflecting deeper insights into the immigrant experience in America, making it clear that this collection is both entertaining and culturally significant. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aWit and humor | ||
| 653 | _aHumorous poetry, American | ||
| 653 | _aGerman Americans -- Poetry | ||
| 653 | _aDialect literature, American | ||
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