De historie van mejuffrouw Sara Burgerhart
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De historie van mejuffrouw Sara Burgerhart is considered the first Dutch novel, written by Betje Wolff and Aagje Deken. Published in 1782, it is an epistolary novel, meaning it is told through letters.123
The novel was inspired by Samuel Richardson's Pamela and is known for its realism and subtle character development. It draws on the personal experiences of both Wolff and Deken, particularly Wolff's youthful adventure. The story is dedicated to "Dutch young ladies" and offers a realistic portrayal of life, free from sentimentality. Wolff and Deken collaborated on several other works, continuing to use the epistolary style.123
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Aagje Deken…on the first Dutch novel, De historie van mejuffrouw Sara Burgerhart, 2 vol. (1782; “The History of Miss Sara Burgerhart”).
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