Tag Archives: Herman Koch
Book Review: Summer House with Swimming Pool Posted by Karoly Molina on Jun 21, 2017
The latest Dutch novel I’ve read is Herman Koch’s Zomerhuis met Zwembad or Summer house with Swimming pool. This novel was published in 2011 and wasn’t received as well as Het Diner. Zomerhuis met Zwembad is told from the perspective of Dr. Marc Schlosser. Schlosser is huisarts or general practitioner that not only feels contempt…
Book Review: Dear Mr M Posted by Karoly Molina on Apr 28, 2017
I had previously recommended the novel Het Diner by Herman Koch and on this post, I would like to recommend Geachte Heer M by the same author. Geachte Heer M is a combination of stories. First, you are introduced to the story of Mr. M whom the narrator is observing and critically judging. Mr. M is a writer whose moment…
Dutch Literature for Language Learners: 8 Books to Add to Your Reading List Posted by Jakob Gibbons on Nov 8, 2016
Reading is one of the best ways to strengthen your language skills by learning new vocabulary in context and engaging thoughtfully with new ideas in a foreign language. When it comes to providing page-turners that build your vocabulary and deepen your cultural insights, Dutch literature doesn’t disappoint. Whether it’s a comic book, a Wikipedia page, or the…
Book Review: The Dinner Posted by Karoly Molina on Jun 1, 2016
My latest Dutch read has been Het Diner by Herman Koch. A week after having read it, I am still struggling with what I think of the characters…which for me means it was a great read! Herman Koch was born in Arnhem and grew up in Amsterdam. He was an actor for the famous series Jiskefet and…