Publisher's Synopsis
Ysbrand: A Tragicomedy is a novel written by Frederik van Eeden and published in 1910. The story follows the life of Ysbrand, a Dutch painter who struggles to find his place in society and reconcile his artistic ambitions with his personal relationships. Ysbrand is torn between his love for his wife, who wants him to abandon his art and become a successful businessman, and his passion for painting, which he sees as his true calling. As Ysbrand navigates his way through various personal and professional challenges, he must confront his own limitations and the harsh realities of the world around him. The novel is a poignant exploration of the human condition, combining elements of tragedy and comedy to create a nuanced and thought-provoking work of literature.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.
