Download or read book Fools Are Everywhere written by Beatrice K. Otto and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2001-04 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this lively work, Beatrice K. Otto takes us on a journey around the world in search of one of the most colorful characters in history—the court jester. Though not always clad in cap and bells, these witty, quirky characters crop up everywhere, from the courts of ancient China and the Mogul emperors of India to those of medieval Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. With a wealth of anecdotes, jokes, quotations, epigraphs, and illustrations (including flip art), Otto brings to light little-known jesters, highlighting their humanizing influence on people with power and position and placing otherwise remote historical figures in a more idiosyncratic, intimate light. Most of the work on the court jester has concentrated on Europe; Otto draws on previously untranslated classical Chinese writings and other sources to correct this bias and also looks at jesters in literature, mythology, and drama. Written with wit and humor, Fools Are Everywhere is the most comprehensive look at these roguish characters who risked their necks not only to mock and entertain but also to fulfill a deep and widespread human and social need.

Download or read book The King s Jester written by Barry Anthony and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2010-05-30 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who was Dan Leno? In 1901 everyone in Britain knew who he was. They had seen him live on the music hall stage, listened to his jokes on the new gramophone and watched his funny antics in some of the earliest moving pictures. Even King Edward VII was a fan and the popular press dubbed Dan Leno 'The King's Jester'. But his path to fame was a hard one: he journeyed from being a child performer in the London and Liverpool slums to a chaotic career in hard-bitten northern variety theatres. Dan became the nation's favourite comedian, but as one of the first mass media stars he suffered from this continual exposure and died at the early age of forty three. Drawing on many previously unused sources, this is first, authoritative, biography of Dan Leno. Only Charlie Chaplin, often compared to Dan in style and appearance, was to occupy a similar position in the hearts of the British public. In telling the full story of Dan's life and career on the stage and screen, Barry Anthony brings to life the everyday life of Victorian Britain, as well as Dan's unique brand of humour and its resonance with later comedians such as Spike Milligan and the Monty Python team.

Download or read book The King s Jester written by Caro Atherton Dugan and published by . This book was released on 1899 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The King s Jester written by Barry Anthony and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2010-05-30 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who was Dan Leno? In 1901 everyone in Britain knew who he was. They had seen him live on the music hall stage, listened to his jokes on the new gramophone and watched his funny antics in some of the earliest moving pictures. Even King Edward VII was a fan and the popular press dubbed Dan Leno 'The King's Jester'. But his path to fame was a hard one: he journeyed from being a child performer in the London and Liverpool slums to a chaotic career in hard-bitten northern variety theatres. Dan became the nation's favourite comedian, but as one of the first mass media stars he suffered from this continual exposure and died at the early age of forty three. Drawing on many previously unused sources, this is first, authoritative, biography of Dan Leno. Only Charlie Chaplin, often compared to Dan in style and appearance, was to occupy a similar position in the hearts of the British public. In telling the full story of Dan's life and career on the stage and screen, Barry Anthony brings to life the everyday life of Victorian Britain, as well as Dan's unique brand of humour and its resonance with later comedians such as Spike Milligan and the Monty Python team.

Download or read book The Court Jester written by Cornelia Baker and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The King s Jester and Other Poems written by Anna Maria Wirth and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Violin Conspiracy written by Brendan Slocumb and published by Anchor. This book was released on 2022-02-01 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK! • Ray McMillian is a Black classical musician on the rise—undeterred by the pressure and prejudice of the classical music world—when a shocking theft sends him on a desperate quest to recover his great-great-grandfather’s heirloom violin on the eve of the most prestigious musical competition in the world. “I loved The Violin Conspiracy for exactly the same reasons I loved The Queen’s Gambit: a surprising, beautifully rendered underdog hero I cared about deeply and a fascinating, cutthroat world I knew nothing about—in this case, classical music.” —Chris Bohjalian, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Flight Attendant and Hour of the Witch Growing up Black in rural North Carolina, Ray McMillian’s life is already mapped out. But Ray has a gift and a dream—he’s determined to become a world-class professional violinist, and nothing will stand in his way. Not his mother, who wants him to stop making such a racket; not the fact that he can’t afford a violin suitable to his talents; not even the racism inherent in the world of classical music. When he discovers that his beat-up, family fiddle is actually a priceless Stradivarius, all his dreams suddenly seem within reach, and together, Ray and his violin take the world by storm. But on the eve of the renowned and cutthroat Tchaikovsky Competition—the Olympics of classical music—the violin is stolen, a ransom note for five million dollars left in its place. Without it, Ray feels like he's lost a piece of himself. As the competition approaches, Ray must not only reclaim his precious violin, but prove to himself—and the world—that no matter the outcome, there has always been a truly great musician within him.

Download or read book The King s Jester written by Harpendore and published by . This book was released on 2018-07-28 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One day a tailor invites the king's jester to his home to enjoy a festive meal of fish with his wife. But the jester swallows a bone and chokes to death. Fearing punishment the tailor and his wife try to get rid of the corpse. This sets off a series of increasingly bizarre happenings and unfortunate events. The King's Jester is an exquisite collection of tales that blend comic humour with an incisive portrayal of social relations ... with gripping results! The Arabian Nights (also known as The One Thousand and One Nights) is an ancient collection of tales that have existed for thousands of years. Harpendore's Arabian Nights Adventures are beautifully retold versions of these ancient classics that are specially designed to appeal to children aged seven years and above. They are written in a warm and accessible style and include wonderful illustrations inside. With mischief and magic in equal measure, this series is sure to captivate readers everywhere. The Arabian Nights Adventures series continues to be released throughout 2018. Stories in the series are: The Adventures of Prince Camar & Princess Badoura Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp Gulnare of the Sea Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves The Seven Voyages of Sinbad the Sailor The Enchanted Horse The Talking Bird, the Singing Tree and the Golden Water The Merchant and the Genie The Tale of Zubaidah and the Three Qalandars The Adventures of Harun al-Rashid, Caliph of Baghdad The Three Princes, the Princess and the Jinni Pari Banou The Fisherman and the Genie The King's Jester (also known as The Little Hunchback)

Download or read book The Court Jester written by Mansour Bahrami and published by . This book was released on 2009-10 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bahrami also talks about his friendships with some of the great tennis players - Bjorn Borg, John McEnroe, Jimmy Connors, Ilie Nastase, Henri Leconte - and many others. Inspirational, funny and truly original, this is much more than a sports autobiography. It is the story of one man's success against all the odds, set against the backdrop of a country in the midst of revolution and war. But, above all, it is Mansour Bahrami's undiminished passion for tennis and his amazing adventures on and off the court which make this book an exceptional read.

Download or read book The Princess and the Court Jester written by Princess Pietra and published by Raunchy Royal Revelries. This book was released on 2019-03-13 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's a new business down in the village, and the Princess' faithful companion in filth and friendship, the Court Jester, has landed her a position. But this job is no ordinary clerk in a store or laborer in the fields - oh no, not for the Princess! This position is one uniquely suited to our decadent one-day-to-be-Queen - flat on her back with her legs in the air, her face hidden behind a thin wall - the wall of her very own glory-hole!Yes, at last, the Princess may finally have all the men she desires, and without her prudish father, the King, finding out what she is up to. But wait - what about the poor Jester? Won't he be bored watching over the Princess while she indulges her most primal needs?Not a chance. Turns out watching the Princess interact with her subjects is the Court Jester's favorite pastime. Good thing, too, because he'll be doing plenty of it!But who's that, now, the foul newcomer lurking on the horizon? Could he mean the end of the Princess' antics - and of the kingdom as well?Hurry, Princess! And have your fun while you can! Because for a Princess, there is no escape from her duties. And even the raunchiest Princess may tremble when she discovers to what depths of depravity she must descend to safeguard her kingdom...

Download or read book The King of Illustrated Papers written by and published by . This book was released on 1901 with total page 1242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book King s Fool written by Margaret Campbell Barnes and published by eBookIt.com. This book was released on 2021-02 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Remarkably Intimate Tale of the Intrigue, Ruthlessness, and Majesty of Henry VIII's Court. When country lad Will Somers lands himself the plum position of jester to the mercurial King Henry VIII, he has no idea that he's just been handed a front-row seat to history. With a seat near the throne and an ear to the floor, Somers witnesses firsthand the dizzying power struggles and sly scheming that marked the reign of the fiery Tudor king. Somers watches the rise and fall of some of the most enigmatic women in history, including the tragic Katherine of Aragon, the doomed Anne Boleyn, and Mary Tudor, who confided in the jester as she made the best of the fragile life of a princess whom everyone wished was a prince. Based on the life of the real Will Somers, King's Fool is infused with Margaret Campbell Barnes' trademark rich detail and historical accuracy. This intimate peek into the royal chambers gives readers a unique view on one of the most tumultuous periods in English history. First published in 1959 by world-renowned historical novelist Margaret Campbell Barnes, King's Fool is a remarkable insider tale of the intrigue, ruthlessness, and majesty of the Tudor court. When country lad Will Somers lands himself the plum position of jester to the mercurial King Henry VIII, he has no idea that he's just been handed a front-row seat to history.

Download or read book Buf n Ha Perdido Su Gracia written by David Saltzman and published by Jester & Pharley Phund. This book was released on 2012 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When they discover that laughter is missing from their kingdom, a jester and his helpmate set out on a quest to find it.

Download or read book Tales from The Deep Dark Forest written by Jim Haverland and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-20 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Jester contest to be held by the King? Leon saw this as an opportunity and decided to go for it by learning the skills needed to win the Jester competition. Leon may have certainly learned about being a Jester. But is that all he learned? Did he even win? Not as simple a story as you might have expected but you will laugh! When the King announced that he was going to hold a contest to determine who was to be his new Jester, Leon decided that this was a contest he wanted to enter. Leon did his research and learned the skills of a Jester. He had a few setbacks and took a few lumps along the way, but he continued working toward his goal of becoming "The King's Jester". The day of the contest finally arrived, and Leon was confident and prepared. He had worked hard and long and believed he was ready. He performed exquisitely in front of the King. The King laughed. But did Leon win? The Moral will leave everyone smiling because there is a lesson we all need to learn, not just children!

Download or read book King Bartholomew and the Jesters Riddle written by Pina Mastromonaco and published by . This book was released on 2005-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: King Bartholomew loves riddles, puzzles, and word games. But when the court jester gives him a challenging riddle the king is stumped. Now the embarrassed king is questioning everyones loyalty. Will King Bartholomew banish his disloyal suspects and be lonely forever or will he solve the riddle and restore order in the kingdom?

Download or read book Travel as a Political Act written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2018-02-06 with total page 581 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Change the world one trip at a time. In this illuminating collection of stories and lessons from the road, acclaimed travel writer Rick Steves shares a powerful message that resonates now more than ever. With the world facing divisive and often frightening events, from Trump, Brexit, and Erdogan, to climate change, nativism, and populism, there's never been a more important time to travel. Rick believes the risks of travel are widely exaggerated, and that fear is for people who don't get out much. After years of living out of a suitcase, he still marvels at how different cultures find different truths to be self-evident. By sharing his experiences from Europe, Central America, Asia, and the Middle East, Rick shows how we can learn more about own country by viewing it from afar. With gripping stories from Rick's decades of exploration, this fully revised edition of Travel as a Political Act is an antidote to the current climate of xenophobia. When we travel thoughtfully, we bring back the most beautiful souvenir of all: a broader perspective on the world that we all call home. All royalties from the sale of Travel as a Political Act are donated to support the work of Bread for the World, a non-partisan organization working to end hunger at home and abroad.

Download or read book Dario Fo written by Tony Mitchell and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2014-01-08 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first and only full-length critical study of Dario Fo, the 1997 Nobel Prize for Literature Winner This book, now extensively rewritten and updated, remains the only full-length critical study to cover various phases of Dario Fo's theatrical career. It looks at Fo's political influences and also the influence on his work of various theatrical motifs, including the great clown traditions which stretch back to the middle ages. The political work of Dario Fo and his wife/collaborator Franca Rame is charted from the 1960s up to the present to give the reader clear insight into this playwright/performer's unique literary and theatrical strengths. Each of Fo's plays and productions is discussed at length and the author has included an extensive and updated bibliography which includes full production details, quotes and writings about Fo. Always a popular performer in his native Italy, Fo has been one of the world's most performed dramatists. In the author's words: he is the "people's court jester".