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Jan Feith
1874–1944
A lively Dutch journalist and writer, he brought modern life, sport, and popular culture to readers in the early 20th century. He is also remembered for having a literary work included in the art competition at the 1932 Summer Olympics.
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About the author
Born in Amsterdam on 12 May 1874, Jan Feith built a varied career as a writer, journalist, and illustrator. He worked for the Algemeen Handelsblad and became known for clear, engaging writing that connected everyday readers with the fast-changing world around them.
Feith wrote books, stories, and journalistic pieces, sometimes using the pseudonym Chris Kras. In his younger years he was also an accomplished sportsman, with strong ties to Dutch hockey and other amateur athletics, and that energy carried into much of his writing.
He died on 2 September 1944. Today he is remembered as a versatile Dutch man of letters whose work ranged from journalism and popular writing to literature recognized on an Olympic stage.