Timeline

Lifetime: 1860 - 1932 Passed: ≈ 92 years ago

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Writer

Country/Nationality

Frederik van Eeden

Books by Frederik van Eeden

Van de Koele Meren des Doods

Fiction Psychology

Religion Poverty Death Female protagonist Addiction Mental health

Hedwig Marga de Fontayne is a complex and troubled woman who struggles with mental illness, addiction, and poverty. Despite her wealth and privilege, she is unable to find happiness or contentment. The novel follows Hedwig's journey as she tries to m...

Kleine Johannes

Fiction Philosophy Fairy Tale

Nature Self-Discovery Adolescence Philosophical Childhood Identity Spirituality Coming-of-age Fairy Tale Growing up Symbolic Life's mysteries

De Kleine Johannes is a coming-of-age story, narrated as a fantastical tale, which explores the journey from childhood to adulthood. The narrative follows the experiences of a young boy, known as Johannes, who encounters both wondrous and challenging...

Pauls Ontwaken

In dit aangrijpende korte werk beschrijft de schrijver en psychiater Frederik van Eeden het leven en met name de dood van Paul, de jongste zoon uit zijn eerste huwelijk. Paul stierf op 24-jarige leeftijd aan tuberculose. Frederik van Eeden schreef di...

Little Johannes

An allegorical story of the adventures of Little Johannes and his dog Presto.... More to follow - Summary by Phil Benson