Elsje by A. C. Kuiper
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About this eBook
| Author | Kuiper, A. C., 1860-1934 |
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| Title | Elsje |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the PG Distributed Proofreaders Team |
| Summary | "Elsje" by A. C. Kuiper is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around a young girl named Elsje, who is characterized by her innocence and love for nature, as well as her close relationship with her ailing grandmother. As the story begins, we are introduced to Elsje's life in a small village where she runs errands, interacts with local children, and harbors an unshakeable admiration for the beauty of the world around her. The opening of "Elsje" showcases a charming winter day as the young protagonist navigates her errands in the village, showcasing her innocent and joyful demeanor. As Elsje makes her way home from the grocery store, she engages in playful banter with her friend Krelis, demonstrating her lively spirit and themes of childhood camaraderie. Caught in a moment of reflection, she expresses her deep appreciation for nature, but there's an undercurrent of concern regarding her grandmother's declining health, which introduces tension and depth to the story. As Elsje revels in the wonders of her environment while simultaneously absorbing the emotional weight of her responsibilities, we see the duality of her carefree childhood and the precarity of her home life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children's stories, Dutch |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 14580 |
| Release Date | Jan 3, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 49 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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