| Author |
Halbertsma, Justus Hiddes, 1789-1869 |
| Author |
Halbertsma, Eeltsje, 1797-1858 |
| Author |
Halbertsma, Tjalling, 1792-1852 |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Sytstra, O. H. (Onno Harmens), 1858-1939 |
| Contributor |
Wumkes, G. A. (Geert Aeilco), 1869-1954 |
| Illustrator |
Wiersma, Ids, 1878-1965 |
| Title |
Rimen en Teltsjes
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| Original Publication |
Leeuwarden: R. v. d. Velde, 1918.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rimen_en_Teltsjes Wikipedia page about this book: https://fy.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rimen_en_Teltsjes
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page on this work: https://fy.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rimen_en_Teltsjes
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| Credits |
Frank van Drogen, Menno de Leeuw, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Rimen en Teltsjes" by Halbertsma, Halbertsma, and Halbertsma is a collection of poems and tales written in the late 19th century. This work highlights the charm and essence of Frisian culture through various stories and songs that reflect the lives, customs, and experiences of the Frisian people. The themes revolve around love, struggles, and the joys of everyday life in Friesland, with memorable characters like Gabe Skroar, who captures the reader’s imagination with his unique experiences. The opening of "Rimen en Teltsjes" sets the stage for the collection by providing a biographical introduction to the Halbertsma brothers and the cultural context of Friesland. It discusses the origins of the work, hinting at the importance of preserving the Frisian language and spirit through storytelling. The beginning also introduces the character Gabe Skroar, whose quirky and endearing personality is revealed through his humorous ruminations and interactions with others. Through dialogues and verses, the themes of wit, local traditions, and the embrace of one's roots are established, inviting readers into the rich tapestry of Frisian life and lore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Frisian |
| LoC Class |
PF: Language and Literatures: West Germanic
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| Subject |
Frisian literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
60480 |
| Release Date |
Oct 12, 2019 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 6, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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