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100 1 _aVeth, Cornelis,
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245 1 0 _aParodieën
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-11-23
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg.
520 _a"Parodieën" by Cornelis Veth is a collection of literary parodies written in the early 20th century. The work appears to explore themes of societal norms and figures of authority through sharp wit and humor, reflecting on human behavior and the absurdities of life. Veth likely uses his satire to critique various aspects of culture and politics, drawing upon historical and contemporary references to enrich his narratives. The opening of the work introduces readers to a beautifully described morning scene in ancient Rome, where the character Gigio enjoys a luxurious life amidst an aristocratic setting. He converses with his companion, Famulus, about topics ranging from personal introspection to the broader social scenes around them. As they stroll by the river, discussions flow about the happenings in their lives, including witticisms regarding the behavior of nobles and their encounters. The calm atmosphere is abruptly shattered by shocking news of political upheaval— the assassination of Augustus—foretelling a shift in their world. This portion sets the stage for a blend of humor and tragedy, establishing a rich backdrop that Veth uses to explore deeper societal themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aParodies
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/47442
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