| Author |
Schenkman, J. (Jan), 1806-1863 |
| Title |
Sint Nikolaas en zijn knecht
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| Original Publication |
Netherlands: Gerrit Theodoor Bom,1850.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 95.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sint_Nikolaas_en_zijn_knecht
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| Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman for Project Gutenberg
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| Summary |
"Sint Nikolaas en zijn knecht" by J. Schenkman is a children's storybook written during the late 19th century. The book focuses on the beloved figure of Saint Nicholas, capturing the essence of the holiday season through joyful verses and illustrations. It embodies themes of kindness, rewards for good behavior, and the importance of generosity, making it particularly engaging for young readers. The book features a series of charming scenes depicting Saint Nicholas as he arrives on a steamboat from Spain, interacts with children and townsfolk, and delivers gifts. Each poem presents a different scenario, such as visiting a bakery, listening at doors, or checking in with children at school, highlighting the joys and moral lessons associated with his visits. Characters like the kind-hearted Saint Nicholas and his comical, bumbling knecht serve as central figures, emphasizing values of goodness, humility, and the rewards of virtuous behavior. Through its delightful verses, the book not only entertains but also instills valuable lessons about caring for others and the spirit of giving. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Dutch |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Saint Nicholas' Day -- Juvenile poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69396 |
| Release Date |
Nov 20, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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