Een Delftshavensche Kwajongen of Het Leven van Luitenant-Admiraal Piet Heyn

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Author Louwerse, Pieter, 1840-1909
Illustrator Ronner, Alfred
Title Een Delftshavensche Kwajongen of Het Leven van Luitenant-Admiraal Piet Heyn
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Summary "Een Delftshavensche Kwajongen of Het Leven van Luitenant-Admiraal Piet Heyn" by P. Louwerse is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around the early life of Piet Heyn, a notable figure in Dutch maritime history, particularly highlighting his time in Delftshaven during a period marked by conflict and youthful bravado. This work aims to blend historical facts with the lore surrounding Heyn's life, appealing to readers of all ages. The opening of the book introduces the reader to Delftshaven in the midst of the late 16th century, describing the local boys engaging in raucous, playful battles as tensions simmer between the rival towns of Delftshaven and Rotterdam. Central to this introductory chapter is the character of Pieter Heyn, portrayed as a spirited and somewhat rebellious youth drawn into these youthful skirmishes. As the narrative unfolds, we witness Pieter's adventures at school, his interactions with his peers, and the impending sense of conflict with the Rotterdammers, setting the tone for both his personal growth and the larger historical context of his eventual naval career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Heyn, Piet, 1578-1629‏ -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 43560
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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