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Hella Haasse
AuthorBooks · Second hand1918-2011
Hélène "Hella" Serafia Haasse was a Dutch writer, often referred to as the "Grande Dame" of Dutch literature, and whose novel Oeroeg (1948) was a staple for generations of Dutch schoolchildren. Her internationally acclaimed magnum opus is Heren van de Thee, translated to The Tea Lords. In 1988 Haasse was chosen to interview the Dutch Queen for her 50th birthday after which celebrated Dutch author Adriaan van Dis called Haasse "the Queen among authors".
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About Hella Haasse
Birth
1918
Death
2011
First book
1948
Years writing
78
Hélène "Hella" Serafia Haasse was a Dutch writer, often referred to as the "Grande Dame" of Dutch literature, and whose novel Oeroeg (1948) was a staple for generations of Dutch schoolchildren. Her internationally acclaimed magnum opus is Heren van de Thee, translated to The Tea Lords. In 1988 Haasse was chosen to interview the Dutch Queen for her 50th birthday after which celebrated Dutch author Adriaan van Dis called Haasse "the Queen among authors".
Hella Haasse was born in Jakarta, which deeply influenced her literary perspective and connection to the Dutch East Indies.
Her talent was multifaceted, excelling not only as a novelist but also as a playwright, poet, and translator.
The author grew up in an artistic environment, as the daughter of a writer and a concert pianist.
Her most iconic work, 'Oeroeg', reflects her ability to explore complex themes of identity and culture.
Throughout her prolific career, Haasse published over one hundred works spanning fiction and biography.
