Speeches

Hendrik ConscienceProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 141K words
Chapters: 15

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Redevoeringen by Hendrik ConscienceAuthor: Conscience, Hendrik, 1812-1883,Language: Dutch, Class: PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures, Release Date: Feb 1, 2004

Editor's review

Redevoeringen is a collection of speeches by the Flemish Belgian writer Hendrik Conscience (1812–1883), written in Dutch and released free of charge by Project Gutenberg. Conscience holds an important place in Flemish literature and in the awakening of Flemish national consciousness, and his speeches typically combine literary power with concern for public issues. The book serves as primary material for understanding the genre of public speech in nineteenth-century Flanders, written Dutch expression, and the social and cultural context of the time. It should not be judged by the standards of modern political commentary or rhetoric textbooks, but read within its historical context, appreciating the rhythm, argumentative methods, and strategies of emotional appeal of the speeches. For readers studying Dutch literature, Belgian history, or European national movements, this is a directly accessible electronic text; general readers will need some ability to read Dutch and should draw on historical background materials to aid comprehension.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers with Dutch reading ability who study nineteenth-century European literature
Readers interested in the history and national movements of Flanders, Belgium
Learners who need primary speech texts as research or translation references
Collector-type readers interested in public-domain ebooks from Project Gutenberg

Not a good fit for

General readers with no knowledge of Dutch who want easy reading
Readers expecting a modern guide to political commentary or practical speech techniques
Beginner readers who need detailed annotations, introductions, and background analysis

Reading tips

First look up Conscience's life and the background of the Flemish Movement, then move on to the specific speeches.
The speeches can be read in groups by theme or period, noting their rhetorical devices and emotional expression.
Take notes on historical names and events as you go, to help connect the nineteenth-century context.
For language learning, select short speeches for reading aloud and imitation of sentence patterns.

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FAQ

What language is this book written in?

The book is in Dutch. The data lists its language as Dutch; it is a public-domain ebook released by Project Gutenberg, suitable for readers with Dutch reading ability.

What kind of writer was Conscience primarily?

The data only identifies him as the author of Redevoeringen, with dates 1812–1883. From general knowledge of public-domain works, he was an important Flemish writer, but readers should consult background materials to learn more about the specific content and literary standing of this book.

Does this book have modern annotations or an introduction?

The data indicates this is an electronic text released by Project Gutenberg and does not mention modern annotations or an introduction. Readers who need background analysis should consult relevant historical and literary studies on their own.

Is it suitable for learning Dutch?

It can serve as reading material for nineteenth-century written Dutch, but the speech genre has long sentences and much historical background; beginners should choose short pieces and use a dictionary and background materials, and it is not recommended as the sole introductory textbook.

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About the author

Hendrik Conscience Author · Belgian · 1812–1883

Hendrik Conscience (1812–1883) was a Belgian Flemish-language novelist. Born in Antwerp, he took part in the Belgian Revolution of 1830. In 1838 his historical novel De Leeuw van Vlaanderen (The Lion of Flanders) founded the tradition of the Flemish novel, and he has been called "the man who taught his people to read." His works mostly draw on Flemish history and country life, blending historical romance with realistic sketches of ordinary existence. The library holds 21 of his works, including the German translation Der Löwe von Flandern, De Kerels van Vlaanderen, De Ziekte der Verbeelding, De baanwachter, The Amulet and The Poor Gentleman. Beyond the outline of his life, public information on his education and official career is limited, and none is supplied here.