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Zwevende Schaakbord

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Zwevende Schaakbord is a beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the power dynamics that exist within them. Louis Couperus has a way of capturing the nuances of human emotions and the intricacies of social conventions in a captivating and thought-provoking manner.

The story follows the lives of two families, the Ruyvenaers and the Cnossens, whose lives become intertwined through marriage and business dealings. As the story unfolds, we are taken on a journey through the highs and lows of their relationships, witnessing the impact of greed, jealousy, and love on their lives.

One of the most striking aspects of this book is Couperus's ability to create fully fleshed-out characters that feel incredibly real and relatable. Each character is flawed and complex, making them all the more engaging to follow as their stories unfold.

Overall, Zwevende Schaakbord is a masterful work of literature that will draw readers in with its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and beautiful prose. Couperus's exploration of human nature and societal norms makes this a compelling read that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who picks it up.

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Het groote Avontuur, de tocht van Gawein, ridder van Koning Artur's Ronde-Tafel, om voor zijn Koning te vinden het Zwevende Schaakbord, gelijk hij dit tien jaren geleden deed. Het is ditmaal listiglijk voorbereid door den toovenaar Merlijn, Merlijn, die eigenlijk heelemaal geen toovenaar is, maar de moderne mechanicus, die werkt met vliegmachine en auto, met bioscoop en telefoon en electrisch licht... wonderen voor deze dappere Ridderen der Ronde-Tafel die... toch eigenlijk, in zeer modernen weifelmoed, in geen wonder meer gelooven. Behalve Gawein, die het oude geloof ongerept heeft bewaard en als de ‘valiante wigant’ van het grootsche Destijds de wereld van Avontuur intrekt. (Samenvatting geschreven door Marie Schmitz, in het tijdschrift Den Gulden Winckel, jaargang 22)


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