Publisher's Synopsis
""The Lay of Corneelis: In Three Cantos"" is a book written by an anonymous author who identifies themselves only as ""An Officer."" The book is a narrative poem that tells the story of a Dutch sailor named Corneelis who is captured by the British navy during the Napoleonic Wars. The poem is divided into three cantos, each of which tells a different part of Corneelis's story.In the first canto, Corneelis is captured by the British navy and taken aboard a ship as a prisoner of war. He is mistreated by the British sailors and longs to return home to his wife and children in Holland. In the second canto, Corneelis is given the opportunity to escape from the ship and make his way back to Holland. He endures many hardships and dangers along the way, but ultimately succeeds in reaching his home country. In the third canto, Corneelis is reunited with his family and reflects on the experiences he had while imprisoned and on his journey home.The book is written in a poetic style that is reminiscent of the Romantic era, with vivid descriptions of nature and a focus on the emotions and inner thoughts of the characters. It also touches on themes of patriotism, loyalty, and the human desire for freedom. Overall, ""The Lay of Corneelis"" is a moving and engaging narrative poem that provides a glimpse into the experiences of a Dutch sailor during a turbulent period in European history.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.
