I recently finished reading the first part of "Leven van Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn" by Adriaan Loosjes Pzn., and I must say I was thoroughly impressed. The story follows the life of Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn, a Dutch merchant and explorer, as he navigates the challenges of the 17th century.

Loosjes does a fantastic job of bringing the character of Blommesteyn to life, painting a vivid picture of his adventures and struggles. The author's attention to detail is remarkable, and I found myself completely immersed in the story from start to finish.

One of the aspects I enjoyed most about the book is its historical accuracy. Loosjes has clearly done his research, and the book provides fascinating insights into the political and social climate of the time. Additionally, the writing style is engaging and easy to follow, making it a real page-turner.

Overall, I highly recommend "Leven van Johannes Wouter Blommesteyn" to anyone interested in historical fiction or Dutch history. I am eagerly looking forward to diving into the next installment of Blommesteyn's life and adventures.

Book Description:
Na de beschrijving van de ideale Nederlandse man uit de 17de eeuw en de ideale Nederlandse vrouw uit het midden van de 17de eeuw nu de beschrijving van de slappe en mislukte Nederlander uit de 18de eeuw. In dit eerste deel verliest Johannes na escapades in een bordeel zijn geliefde Antje Wijnstok en moet hij naar Suriname 'vluchten'. Link naar deel 2 Link naar deel 3 Link naar deel 4