Tartarin on the Alps
1888
Tartarin on the Alps
1888
Adventure, French Literature, Humour, Novels
Translated by Katharine Prescott Wormeley
Published in 1888, 'Tartarin on the Alps' by Alphonse Daudet is a humorous novel that follows the misadventures of Tartarin, a boastful character from Tarascon, as he navigates the Swiss Alps. The story highlights the clash between his grand aspirations and the reality of his experiences among fellow tourists. Through comedic interactions and existential musings, Daudet explores themes of identity, fame, and the absurdity of bravado in a foreign land.
