EP133 - Hendrik Conscience

EP133 - Hendrik Conscience

Author: Manuel Van den Eynde December 6, 2021 Duration: 56:41
Random History of Belgium
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EP133 - We look at the life and work of our most renowned author Hendrik Conscience. His career and impact, the way he forged his own language and legacy, the marketing and symbolism and some insights about the square in Antwerp named after him.


This history podcast tells the story of Belgium's history, in a non-chronological order. Every two weeks, we'll cover Belgian history and take the bits and pieces we like, to entertain and inform the listeners. Our place on the web: rhob.be
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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