Isbn: 9780810110397 - the adventures of mr. nicholas wisdom (european classics) (8 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Winner, 1997 National Book Award for PoetryWinner, 1993 PEN Book-of-the-Month Club Translation PrizePublished in 1776 and considered the first Polish novel ever written, The Adventures of Mr. Nicholas Wisdom is a picaresque tale following the naïve title character's coming of age. Having conquered (and fled) sophisticated Warsaw, Nicholas enjoys many adventures across Europe, South America, and the high seas. He finally lands among the natives of an unknown isle who reject his allegedly superior European ways and instead tutor him for an "enlightened" existence. Resonant with Enlightenment ideas, The Adventures of Mr. Nicholas Wisdom provides a sly portrait of the era's Polish society and a fascinating perspective on the broader problems of eighteenth-century European culture.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1st edition. 148 pages. 8.00x5.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. BIC Classification: DQ. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 196 x 131 x 13. Weight in Grams: 201. . 1992. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.