Hieroglyphic Tales

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Hieroglyphic Tales" by Horace Walpole is a collection of whimsical and satirical short stories written in the late 18th century, specifically in the 1780s. The work blends elements of fantasy and humor with philosophical musings, exploring various absurdities and cultural critiques through its fantastical narratives. It likely engages with themes of human behavior, societal norms, and the nature of storytelling, inviting readers to reflect on the world through a lens of satire. The tales within "Hieroglyphic Tales" present a diverse array of characters and settings, often invoking parody. For instance, in one story, a princess, meant to marry a giant emperor, hilariously engages in philosophical debates about names and history, while another tale chronicles the absurdity of royal succession issues in a kingdom torn by factions over the birthright of one princess who may never have existed. Other stories feature enchanted beings, comical misadventures, and clever twists that challenge societal expectations and norms. Overall, Walpole's work serves as both entertainment and a vehicle for social commentary, using humor and fantasy to engage the reader's imagination. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Clare Boothby, Melissa Er-Raqabi and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.

Notes:

Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-11-20