Heleen : "een vroege winter" by Carry van Bruggen

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Author Bruggen, Carry van, 1881-1932
Title Heleen : "een vroege winter"
Original Publication Amsterdam: De maatschappij voor goede en goedkoope lectuur, 1913.
Credits Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg
Summary "Heleen: een vroege winter" by Carry van Bruggen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character Heleen, a young girl who navigates her childhood and adolescence in a secluded house by a wide river, as she grapples with complex emotions and societal expectations. Themes of isolation, inner struggles, and a deep connection to nature and her environment emerge as Heleen’s character is explored. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Heleen’s childhood, detailing the desolate beauty surrounding her home and reflecting her introspective nature. As she recalls her upbringing, we learn about her family dynamic, including her relationships with her siblings and parents, the peculiarities of her mentally ill sister, and the oppressive atmosphere in their home. Despite her mother's bustling demeanor, Heleen often feels alone as she describes her vivid imagination, emotional depth, and compassion for the world around her. The text evokes a somber yet enchanting mood as Heleen’s inner life begins to unfold, hinting at the challenges she will face as she grows older. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Dutch fiction -- 20th century
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EBook-No. 74089
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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