Op reis en thuis: Novellen en schetsen by Justus van Maurik

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Author Maurik, Justus van, 1846-1904
Title Op reis en thuis: Novellen en schetsen
Contents Met "De Amalia" van Genua naar Padang -- Sint-Nicolaasavond aan boord -- Een toewan en zijn inventarisstuk -- Een hut bij de kinderkamer -- Muller's buste -- Een lauwerkrans -- Een regenachtige dag te Wiesbaden -- Een warme dag te Wiesbaden -- De laatste der Oempah's -- Voor 't loket--Hollandsche spoor -- Vroeg rijpe jeugd -- Een landgenoot.
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Summary "Op reis en thuis: Novellen en schetsen" by Justus van Maurik is a collection of novellas and sketches written in the late 19th century. The book likely explores themes of travel, camaraderie, and the experiences of a diverse group of passengers aboard a ship, the "Amalia", as they sail from Genoa to Padang. The opening of the work introduces a lively scene on the deck of the "Amalia", where soldiers, crew members, and passengers are engaged in a jovial atmosphere filled with music, dancing, and camaraderie. Amidst this cheerfulness, a sergeant offers a thoughtful commentary on the transient nature of life, reflecting on the potential tragedies that could unfold during their journey. The tension of impending seasickness adds a layer of realism to the festivities. As the ship battles the rough sea, the narrative captures the interactions and conversations among the characters, setting the stage for a journey that promises both light-hearted moments and deeper reflections on life and mortality. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Dutch fiction
Subject Short stories, Dutch
Category Text
EBook-No. 13705
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 18, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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