De Scheepsjongen van "De Gouden Leeuw" by Johannes Hendrik Been

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Author Been, Johannes Hendrik, 1859-1930
Illustrator Wiegman, Jan, 1884-1963
Title De Scheepsjongen van "De Gouden Leeuw"
Credits Produced by R.G.P.M. van Giesen
Summary "De Scheepsjongen van 'De Gouden Leeuw'" by Johannes Hendrik Been is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the early 17th century and revolves around the life of a young boy named Witte, who is caught between the life of a seaman and the expectations of his family and society. The narrative explores themes of duty, personal aspiration, and the societal constraints faced by individuals during this era. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the household of widow de With, who is busy with her sewing as the dim winter afternoon sets in. The scene unfolds with interactions between her children, Andries and Katrijn, and hints at a deeper concern for their brother Witte, who aspires to follow the adventurous life at sea. A mysterious seaman, Captain Geen Huyghen Schapenham, appears, indicating an interest in Witte, which stirs both hope and apprehension within the family. The opening chapter sets a tone of familial tension and the struggles of a young boy yearning for freedom while navigating the complexities of his mother's strict expectations and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject With, Witte Corneliszoon de, 1599-1658 -- Childhood and youth -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Netherlands -- History -- 17th century -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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