Author |
Heijermans, Herman, 1864-1924 |
Title |
Kamertjeszonde : Herinneringen van Alfred Spier
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Original Publication |
Netherlands: H.J.W. Becht, 1903.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Credits |
Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (Prepared from scans made available by the Koninklijke Bibliotheek, The Hague)
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Summary |
"Kamertjeszonde: Herinneringen van Alfred Spier" by Herman Heijermans is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story explores the tumultuous life and inner thoughts of the main character, Alfred Spier, grappling with issues of morality, personal relationships, and societal expectations. It delves into themes of love, infidelity, and the often harsh realities of urban life. The opening of the novel introduces the protagonist, Alfred Spier, as he reflects on feelings of melancholy in the context of his cramped living space, illustrating the emotional turmoil he faces. He experiences a sense of isolation and despair amid the bustling city life, exacerbated by his interactions with various characters who come and go around him. Through descriptions of his mundane daily experiences, including humorous encounters with his neighbors and their colorful personalities, the narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Alfred's character and the thematic struggles he will face throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
Dutch |
LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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Subject |
Dutch fiction -- 19th century
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
71207 |
Release Date |
Jul 16, 2023 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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