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100 1 _aBorrow, George,
_d1803-1881
245 1 4 _aThe Turkish Jester :
_bor, The Pleasantries of Cogia Nasr Eddin Effendi
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aThis 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.
500 _aRelease date is 2005-07-08
508 _aEBook transcribed from the 1924 Norwich edition, Vol. 16, Miscellanies, by David Price, email ccx074@coventry.ac.uk
520 _a"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.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cIPSWICH: W. WEBBER, DIAL LANE,, 1884
546 _aTranslated from the Turkish by George Borrow.
653 _aNasreddin Hoca (Legendary character)
653 _aTurkish wit and humor -- Translations into English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16244
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