Return to Oegstgeest by Jan Wolkers
"Return to Oegstgeest" is a semi-autobiographical narrative that explores the author's childhood and adolescence in the small Dutch town of Oegstgeest during the pre and post-World War II era. The book delves into the author's troubled relationship with his stern, religious parents, his struggles with faith, and his burgeoning artistic and sexual awakening. The narrative is a poignant exploration of memory, family, and the experiences that shape one's identity.
The 2435th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1965
- Nationality
- Dutch
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Dutch
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