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Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2)

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  • 1914 first published
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Published in 1914, Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2) is a gothic fiction and adventure fiction novel by Adelbert von Chamisso.

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About Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2)

In Peter Schlemihl, the luckless hero enters into a deal with a mysterious stranger, only to learn, that he dealt with the proverbial. He soon discovers that wealth can't buy respectability. It’s a tale as darkly funny as it is sharp, reminding us that some things in life (like dignity and not creeping people out) are priceless. - Summary by Antipode
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Who wrote Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2)?

Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2) was written by Adelbert von Chamisso and first published in 1914.

What genre is Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2)?

It is usually shelved as Gothic Fiction and Adventure.

Is there a free audiobook of Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2)?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 2 h 28 min.

What books are similar to Wonderful History of Peter Schlemihl (Version 2)?

Readers who like it often enjoy Dracula, The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom — Complete and Harrow the Ninth.

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