Jerome K. Jerome

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The Philosopher's Joke (eBook, ePUB)

A Philosophical Journey of Wit and Wisdom

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In "The Philosopher's Joke," Jerome K. Jerome crafts a satirical exploration of the complex interplay between philosophy and human folly. With a blend of humor and keen observation, the narrative delves into the absurdities of philosophical discourse, presenting a rich tapestry of characters whose escapades offer pointed critiques of both intellectual pretensions and the mundanity of everyday life. Jerome'Äôs distinctive literary style'Äîmarked by witty dialogue and an engaging narrative voice'Äîplaces this work within the late Victorian context, where the tension between emerging modern thought and traditional values was palpably felt. Jerome K. Jerome, an esteemed English writer and humorist, was influenced by his own experiences and observations of human nature. He emerged as a prominent voice in the late 19th century, often using comedy to address serious themes. This background informs his witty yet insightful critique of philosophy, as he intertwines personal experience with broader societal concerns, illuminating the often paradoxical nature of intellectual pursuits. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of philosophy and comedy. Jerome'Äôs ingenious ability to blend humor with critical thought invites readers to reflect on their own beliefs while providing a delightful and entertaining journey through the often ludicrous realm of philosophy.

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Jerome Klapka Jerome (2 May 1859 - 14 June 1927) was an English writer and humorist, best known for the comic travelogue Three Men in a Boat (1889). Other works include the essay collections Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886) and Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow; Three Men on the Bummel, a sequel to Three Men in a Boat, and several other novels. Jerome was born in Caldmore, Walsall, England. He was the fourth child of Marguerite Jones and Jerome Clapp (who later renamed himself Jerome Clapp Jerome), an ironmonger and lay preacher who dabbled in architecture. He had two sisters, Paulina and Blandina, and one brother, Milton, who died at an early age. Jerome was registered as Jerome Clapp Jerome, like his father's amended name, and the Klapka appears to be a later variation (after the exiled Hungarian general György Klapka). The family fell into poverty owing to bad investments in the local mining industry, and debt collectors visited often, an experience that Jerome described vividly in his autobiography My Life and Times (1926).[1] The young Jerome attended St Marylebone Grammar School. He wished to go into politics or be a man of letters, but the death of his father when Jerome was 13 and of his mother when he was 15 forced him to quit his studies and find work to support himself. He was employed at the London and North Western Railway, initially collecting coal that fell along the railway, and he remained there for four years. Jerome was inspired by his older sister Blandina's love for the theatre, and he decided to try his hand at acting in 1877, under the stage name Harold Crichton. He joined a repertorytroupe that produced plays on a shoestring budget, often drawing on the actors' own meagre resources - Jerome was penniless at the time - to purchase costumes and props. After three years on the road with no evident success, the 21-year-old Jerome decided that he had enough of stage life and sought other occupations. He tried to become a journalist, writing essays, satires, and short stories, but most of these were rejected. Over the next few years, he was a school teacher, a packer, and a solicitor's clerk. Finally, in 1885, he had some success with On the Stage - and Off (1885), a comic memoir of his experiences with the acting troupe, followed by Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886), a collection of humorous essays which had previously appeared in the newly founded magazine, Home Chimes,[2] the same magazine that would later serialise Three Men in a Boat. On 21 June 1888, Jerome married Georgina Elizabeth Henrietta Stanley Marris ("Ettie"), nine days after she divorced her first husband. She had a daughter from her previous, five-year marriage nicknamed Elsie (her actual name was also Georgina). The honeymoon took place on the Thames "in a little boat,"[3] a fact that was to have a significant influence on his next and most important work, Three Men in a Boat.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 112
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. März 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066091200
• Artikelnr.: 59303908