Small Souls (1914)

Small Souls is a novel written by the Dutch author Louis Couperus and originally published in 1914. The story is set in The Hague, Netherlands, and follows the lives of two families, the Van Lowe and the Takma families, during the late 19th century. The Van Lowe family is wealthy and aristocratic, while the Takma family is middle-class.The novel explores themes of love, marriage, family, and social class. The Van Lowe family is portrayed as cold and distant, while the Takma family is warm and loving. The story follows the lives of the children of both families, as they grow up and navigate the complexities of their relationships.The main characters of the novel are the young children, who are depicted as innocent and pure, but also vulnerable to the corrupting influence of their parents and society. The novel also explores the impact of societal norms and expectations on the lives of the characters, particularly in relation to gender roles and marriage.Small Souls is considered a classic of Dutch literature and is known for its vivid descriptions of life in The Hague during the late 19th century. It is also noted for its exploration of the psychological and emotional depths of its characters, as well as its social commentary on the changing values of Dutch society during the time period in which it is set.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.