Crates Mallotes ou Critica Dialogistica dos Grammaticos Defuntos contra…
(8 User reviews)
1922
Guliver, Robert
Portuguese
"Crates Mallotes ou Critica Dialogistica dos Grammaticos Defuntos contra a Pedantaria do Tempo" by Guliver is a satirical work written in the late 19th century. The text explores themes of education, grammar, and the critique of pedantry through a dialogue between various fictionalized grammarians who have "passed on." It appears to tackle the deca...
the work introduces a character named Gúliver who finds himself in the island of the Dead—home to deceased grammarians. After surviving a shipwreck, he awakens in a luxurious bed tended by grammarians. The text begins with Gúliver reflecting on his past and the state of letters, as he engages in dialogues addressing the causes of "pedantaria." These discussions suggest a rich critique of educational and literary trends, illustrating the conflicts between genuine scholarly pursuits and pretentiousness in education. Through the humorous exchanges, the author aims to entertain while delivering sharp observations about the state of knowledge and its practitioners. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Susan Anderson
4 months agoThis stood out immediately because the material feels polished and professionally edited. This left a lasting impression on me.
Ethan Jackson
5 months agoGiven the topic, the author demonstrates strong mastery of the topic. Simply brilliant.
Michelle Martin
3 months agoI stumbled upon this by accident and the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. An excellent read ovrall.
Liam Carter
1 month agoI was skeptical at first, but the explanations are structured in a clear and logical manner. This book will stay with me for a long time.
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Charles White
1 month agoAt first I wasn’t convinced, but the attention to historical detail adds a layer of realism that is rare. I appreciate the effort put into this.