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Title: Van den Vos Reynaerde

Note: Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg.

Summary: "Van den Vos Reynaerde" by F. Buitenrust Hettema and Hermann Degering is a medieval narrative poem likely written in the late 13th to early 14th century. This work is a classic of Dutch literature, known for its intricate allegory and exploration of themes such as morality, deception, and justice through the anthropomorphized characters. The main character, Reynaert the Fox, is depicted as a cunning and clever figure navigating the dynamics of the animal kingdom, often manipulating other characters to achieve his own ends. The opening portion introduces Reynaert in a court setting, where numerous animals have gathered to express grievances against him. Ysengrijn the Wolf and others, emboldened by various accusations, seek the king’s intervention regarding Reynaert's deceptive and selfish actions. This establishes the framework for the ensuing conflict, highlighting Reynaert's notorious reputation. As the dialogue reveals, the court is abuzz with accusations and the anticipation of justice, setting the stage for Reynaert’s sly maneuvers and the unfolding of his adventures. The reader is drawn into a world where animals embody human traits, reflecting a society filled with intrigue, morality, and folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Editor: Buitenrust Hettema, F., 1862-1922

Editor: Degering, Hermann, 1866-1942

EBook No.: 42293

Published: Mar 10, 2013

Downloads: 96

Language: Dutch

Subject: Reynard the Fox (Legendary character) -- Poetry

Subject: Dutch literature

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Van den Vos Reynaerde

Note: Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg.

Summary: "Van den Vos Reynaerde" by F. Buitenrust Hettema and Hermann Degering is a medieval narrative poem likely written in the late 13th to early 14th century. This work is a classic of Dutch literature, known for its intricate allegory and exploration of themes such as morality, deception, and justice through the anthropomorphized characters. The main character, Reynaert the Fox, is depicted as a cunning and clever figure navigating the dynamics of the animal kingdom, often manipulating other characters to achieve his own ends. The opening portion introduces Reynaert in a court setting, where numerous animals have gathered to express grievances against him. Ysengrijn the Wolf and others, emboldened by various accusations, seek the king’s intervention regarding Reynaert's deceptive and selfish actions. This establishes the framework for the ensuing conflict, highlighting Reynaert's notorious reputation. As the dialogue reveals, the court is abuzz with accusations and the anticipation of justice, setting the stage for Reynaert’s sly maneuvers and the unfolding of his adventures. The reader is drawn into a world where animals embody human traits, reflecting a society filled with intrigue, morality, and folly. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Editor: Buitenrust Hettema, F., 1862-1922

Editor: Degering, Hermann, 1866-1942

EBook No.: 42293

Published: Mar 10, 2013

Downloads: 96

Language: Dutch

Subject: Reynard the Fox (Legendary character) -- Poetry

Subject: Dutch literature

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.