Han G. Hoekstra
Han Gerard Hoekstra (4 September 1906 – 15 April 1988) was a Dutch poet, best known for his children's literature.
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| Born | 4 September 1906 The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands |
| Died | 15 April 1988 (aged 81) Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands |
| Occupation | Poet |
| Genre | Children's literature |
Early life and education
He was born in The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands.
Career
Awards
Hoekstra won numerous awards throughout his career, including the 1972 Constantijn Huygens Prize, an annual Dutch literary award.
Death
He died, age 81, in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
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See also
- List of children's literature authors
- List of Dutch poets
External links
- Database (undated). "Han G. Hoekstra" (in Dutch). Digital Library for Dutch Literature. Retrieved 25 February 2011.
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