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Rudolph Erich Raspe
Rudolph Erich Raspe

Rudolph Erich Raspe

  • Department:Writing
  • Place of birth:Hanover, West Germany
  • Deathday:11/17/1793
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  • Also known as:Рудольф Эрих Распе

Biography:

Rudolf Erich Raspe (March 1736 – 16 November 1794) was a German librarian, writer, and scientist, called by his biographer John Patrick Carswell a "rogue". He is best known for his collection of tall tales, The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen also known as Baron Munchausen's Narrative of his Marvellous Travels and Campaigns in Russia, originally a satirical work with political aims.Expand