Kees The Boy by Theo Thijssen
How a Dutch Schoolboy Became a Hero
The book is a charming and insightful exploration of childhood, capturing the everyday adventures and inner world of a young boy growing up in early 20th-century Amsterdam. Through the eyes of the protagonist, readers experience the joys, challenges, and innocence of youth, as well as the social dynamics of the time. The narrative beautifully portrays the boy's interactions with his family, friends, and teachers, highlighting his vivid imagination and the small yet significant moments that shape his understanding of the world around him.
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- Published
- 1923
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Dutch
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- Alternate Titles
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- Kees de Jongen
- Kees de jongen
- Young Kees
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 34th on the Dutch Literary Canon in 100 Works (dbnl)