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J. P. (Johannes Petrus) Hasebroek
1812–1896
A Dutch minister and man of letters, he wrote poetry, prose, and sketches that helped shape 19th-century Dutch literary life. Publishing at times under the name "Jonathan," he is remembered for warm observation, moral reflection, and an easy, conversational style.
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Waarheid en droomen
by J. P. (Johannes Petrus) Hasebroek
About the author
Born in Leiden in 1812 and dying in Amsterdam in 1896, Johannes Petrus Hasebroek was a Dutch writer, poet, and Protestant minister. He studied at Leiden University and went on to serve as a pastor in several Dutch towns before retiring from church work later in life.
Hasebroek belonged to the tradition of the "dominee-dichters"—clergymen who also became literary figures. Alongside poetry, he wrote prose and sketches, and he sometimes used the pseudonym Jonathan. His work was known for its humane tone and for blending everyday observation with moral and religious feeling.
He also came from a literary family, which helps explain how naturally books and writing were part of his world. Today he is remembered as a versatile 19th-century Dutch author whose career bridged religion and literature in a lively and approachable way.