The Hidden Force - Couperus, Louis; Teixeira De Mattos, Alexander
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"The Hidden Force: A Story of Modern Java" by Louis Couperus plunges into the heart of 19th-century colonial Java, exploring the fraught relationship between Dutch administrators and the local population. Set against the backdrop of the Dutch East Indies, this historical fiction masterfully depicts the cultural conflicts and simmering tensions that define the era. As the ruling class grapples with maintaining control, a sense of unease pervades their lives, hinting at a force beyond comprehension. The story delves into the mysterious and the supernatural, suggesting an unseen influence…mehr

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"The Hidden Force: A Story of Modern Java" by Louis Couperus plunges into the heart of 19th-century colonial Java, exploring the fraught relationship between Dutch administrators and the local population. Set against the backdrop of the Dutch East Indies, this historical fiction masterfully depicts the cultural conflicts and simmering tensions that define the era. As the ruling class grapples with maintaining control, a sense of unease pervades their lives, hinting at a force beyond comprehension. The story delves into the mysterious and the supernatural, suggesting an unseen influence disrupting the established order. Couperus paints a vivid portrait of a society on the brink, where the weight of colonialism clashes with the enduring spirit and hidden powers of Java. "The Hidden Force" remains a powerful exploration of cultural heritage and a timeless depiction of a world caught between tradition and modernity. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Louis Couperus (1863-1923) was a prominent Dutch novelist and a master of psychological fiction, prominent in the literary scene around the turn of the century. Born in The Hague, Netherlands, Couperus spent substantial parts of his youth in the Dutch East Indies, which deeply influenced his literary work. Drawing from the milieu of Dutch colonial society, Couperus's writing often reflects on the cultural and moral issues of his time. His novel 'The Hidden Force' ('De Stille Kracht', 1900) is a notable example that delves into the clash between Western rationality and the mystical East. The narrative is imbued with an intense sense of place and the unseen forces of Javanese spirituality that quietly undermine the Dutch colonial regime, encapsulating the spirit of fin de siècle literature. Couperus's style is marked by his elaborate language, intricate character development, and exploration of the subtleties of human emotion, pushing against the boundaries of the conventional novel form. His works, while not immediately gaining international fame, have come to be appreciated for their insight into the human psyche and colonial dynamics. The lasting relevance of his books, including 'The Hidden Force', positions Couperus as a significant figure in Dutch and, more broadly, European literary history, whose works continue to be analyzed and celebrated for their eloquence and depth.