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Three Men on Four Wheels

eng. Three Men on the Bummel · 1900
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is a sequel to the famous work «Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)», but this time the characters embark on a cycling journey through Germany.
  • In the work, the author uses his signature humor to describe various situations the characters encounter, including cultural differences and language barriers.
  • One of the book's themes is the rapid development of technology and transportation at the end of the 19th century, reflected in the choice of a bicycle as a means of travel.
  • The book contains satirical elements aimed at bureaucracy and social orders the characters face in Germany.
  • The author uses the journey as a metaphor for exploring human nature and friendship, showing how the characters deal with challenges and misunderstandings.
Three Men on Four Wheels
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Date of publication: 22 January 2025
———Original titleeng. Three Men on the Bummel · 1900
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