| Author |
Conscience, Hendrik, 1812-1883 |
| Title |
Redevoeringen
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Joris Van Dael and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Redevoeringen" by Hendrik Conscience is a collection of speeches written in the mid-19th century. The book reflects on the contributions of notable figures in the Flemish artistic and cultural scene, honoring their legacies and advocating for the significance of the Flemish language and identity. The opening of "Redevoeringen" consists of a poignant eulogy delivered at the grave of Van Brée, a prominent figure in the Royal Academy of Antwerp. The speaker expresses deep sorrow and gratitude, recounting how Van Brée revitalized the Flemish art scene during a time of decline. This portion of the work highlights themes of artistic pride, the importance of cultural heritage, and the emotional bonds between mentors and their students. Through a heartfelt narrative, Conscience sets a tone of reverence for the past while urging future generations to appreciate and uphold their artistic and linguistic roots. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Dutch |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Speeches, addresses, etc.
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11207 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 19, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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