Gevleugelde Daden: Avonturen der Eerste Hollandsche Luchtschippers by Heijermans

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Author Heijermans, Herman, 1864-1924
Title Gevleugelde Daden: Avonturen der Eerste Hollandsche Luchtschippers
Note Illustrated by the author.
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Summary "Gevleugelde Daden: Avonturen der Eerste Hollandsche Luchtschippers" by Herman Heijermans Jr. is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the Zwaluw family, particularly focusing on Pieter E. Zwaluw, a passionate inventor and dreamer, who is deeply fascinated by the idea of flying. The narrative hints at themes of innovation, family dynamics, and the societal challenges associated with new technological advancements. At the start of the story, we witness a humorous depiction of the Zwaluw household, where a peculiar experiment is taking shape, likely involving flight. The main character, Pieter, is portrayed as an enthusiastic tinkerer, eagerly awaiting the arrival of his flying contraption, while his family reacts with a mix of skepticism and playful banter. The opening sets a comedic and light-hearted tone, establishing a dynamic among the family members, including the housemaid Chris, who becomes increasingly suspicious of the bizarre happenings around the household. Tension begins to build as Chris’s concerns about the family's eccentric activities are juxtaposed with Pieter's unfettered excitement, foreshadowing a mix of mischief and potential chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Flying-machines -- Humor
Category Text
EBook-No. 20060
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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