About this book
Roos van Dekama by Jacob van Lennep plunges listeners into the tense freedom struggle of the Frisians against the Hollanders in 1341, a vivid blend of adventure and literary historical fiction.
Van Lennep frames his tale with keen observational detail, using a medieval setting to explore the customs, manners, and everyday life of the Low Countries in the fourteenth century. The narrative is more than a knightly romance: it presents believable people—flawed, passionate, and bound by their era’s codes—whose choices illuminate recurring moral themes. Love, honor, ambition, and restraint collide amid skirmishes, feuds, and local politics, while the author’s quiet moral thesis (echoed in the motto Wacht en stille sitt) rewards measured courage over unchecked impulse. Rich period atmosphere and period-accurate customs transport the listener to Frisian villages, courts, and battlefields without sacrificing psychological depth.
Ideal for fans of historical fiction, adventure, and classic literature, this audiobook suits listeners who crave immersive world-building, nuanced character studies, and moral reflection wrapped in stirring historical drama. Tune in for a transportive, thoughtful journey into medieval Holland’s conflicts and convictions.
