Der heilige Bürokrazius: Eine heitere Legende by Rudolf Greinz
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Greinz, Rudolf, 1866-1942
German
"Der heilige Bürokrazius: Eine heitere Legende" by Rudolf Greinz is a satirical novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of bureaucracy and human folly through the lens of humor, focusing on the titular character, Saint Bürokrazius, who is depicted as a patron of human stupidity and bureaucratic absurdities. The opening of ...
to give a famous sermon that humorously critiques human nature, comparing people to cattle. He reflects on his love for Tiroler Speckknödel and wine, setting the tone for a narrative filled with wit and pointed observations on human behavior. This humor leads him to realize that human folly, much like bureaucracy, needs a patron saint, which inspires him to create the legend of Saint Bürokrazius. The narrative mixes religious themes with lightheartedness, ultimately crafting a satirical tale that promises to delve into the comical side of human absurdity and institutional complexities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donna Jackson
1 week agoI rarely write reviews but the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. This book will stay with me for a long time.
Elijah Johnson
3 months agoHaving read this twice, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Joshua Harris
5 months agoA fantastic discovery, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. Truly inspiring.
Melissa Thomas
4 months agoWithout a doubt, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. Absolutely essential reading.
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Richard Nelson
3 months agoSimply put, it serves as a poignant reminder of the human condition. Simply brilliant.