""A Sketch of the History of Flemish Literature and Its Celebrated Authors"" is a book written by Octave Delepierre and first published in 1860. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Flemish literature, from its earliest origins to the mid-19th century. Delepierre examines the various genres of Flemish literature, including poetry, drama, and prose, and discusses the major themes and styles that have emerged throughout its history. He also highlights the most celebrated Flemish authors, such as Jacob van Maerlant, Hendrik Conscience, and Guido Gezelle, and provides biographical information about their lives and works. In addition to its literary focus, the book also delves into the political and cultural context in which Flemish literature developed. Delepierre explores the impact of historical events, such as the Dutch Revolt and the French Revolution, on Flemish language and culture. He also discusses the role of Flemish literature in shaping national identity and promoting the use of the Flemish language.Overall, ""A Sketch of the History of Flemish Literature and Its Celebrated Authors"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Flemish literature and its cultural significance. It provides a detailed and insightful account of the history and evolution of this important literary tradition, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and works of its most prominent authors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.