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Awful German Language

Awful German Language

By: Mark Twain
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 If youve ever attempted to learn German—or even if you havent—this delightful short essay is sure to tickle your funny bone. Originally published as Appendix D in Twain’s 1880 classic, *A Tramp Abroad*, this comedic treasure humorously navigates the complicated maze of German grammar, from perplexing cases and tricky adjective endings to baffling noun genders and verb placements. Join us for a lighthearted exploration of the linguistic challenges that make German a uniquely entertaining language! (Summary by Kara)Copyright Kids Stories and Comedy Art Literary History & Criticism World
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    Nov 11 2025
    If youve ever attempted to learn German—or even if you havent—this delightful short essay is sure to tickle your funny bone. Originally published as Appendix D in Twain’s 1880 classic, *A Tramp Abroad*, this comedic treasure humorously navigates the complicated maze of German grammar, from perplexing cases and tricky adjective endings to baffling noun genders and verb placements. Join us for a lighthearted exploration of the linguistic challenges that make German a uniquely entertaining language! (Summary by Kara)
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