Proza by Jacobus van Looy

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Author Looy, Jacobus van, 1855-1930
Title Proza
Contents Een dag met sneeuw -- Een mislukte dag -- Een zonnige ochtend -- Een reisindruk -- Een stierengevecht -- Het einde van een stierengevecht -- De nachtcactus -- La Mancha, uit een brief -- De dood van mijn poes -- Een tango -- Een hengelaar -- Brugge -- Londen -- Een wandeling -- Boekbeoordeeling.
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Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. Music transcribed
by Linda Cantoni.
Summary "Proza" by Jacobus van Looy is a collection of essays and stories written in the early 20th century. The work is characterized by vivid descriptions and reflections on life, art, and the human experience. With various pieces that depict scenes and emotions, it often highlights the beauty and melancholy of everyday life, set against different backdrops." "At the start of "Proza," the opening piece presents a poetic depiction of a snowy day in Venice. The atmosphere is described as tranquil yet eerie, with the snow transforming the city into a fantastical landscape, where everyday scenes are infused with a dreamlike quality. The narrative shifts through obscure alleys and iconic locations like the San Marco Square, evoking sensations of coldness and isolation while contrasting them with hints of life from the townsfolk and the majestic presence of the Basilica. This imagery sets the tone for the subsequent pieces, which explore various aspects of life and culture through equally compelling narratives." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Spain -- Fiction
Subject Short stories, Dutch
Category Text
EBook-No. 31580
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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