Leliane: een modern sprookje

Name: Leliane: een modern sprookje
Author: Henri Borel

By Henri Borel

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About This Book

A boy named Paulus grows up with his elderly grandfather in an ancient forest, learning to treat trees, flowers, and animals as companions and following a strict rule against harming living creatures. The narrative mixes detailed pastoral observation with improbable, fairy-tale elements—including a wandering princess and the forest's uneasy nearness to civilized towns where hunters bring violence. Episodes shift between quiet daily rituals, moral instruction, and encounters with outsiders, and the tone moves toward a more detached presentation of characters' views in later sections. The work presents a modern fairy-tale structure that explores nature, innocence, and the tensions between wild and human society.

About the Author

Henri Borel

Henri Borel was a Dutch author and scholar known for his explorations of Eastern philosophy and culture. His works often focus on Chinese and Indian thought, aiming to make these philosophies accessible to Western readers. Notable among his publications is "De Chineesche Filosofie, Toegelicht voor niet-Sinologen," a two-volume series that elucidates the teachings of Confucius and Lao Tzu. Borel's writing reflects a deep engagement with the spiritual and philosophical traditions of Asia, contributing to a broader understanding of these cultures in the West. His literary output also includes fiction, such as "Vlindertje: een Haagsche roman," showcasing his versatility as a writer.