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Jan Boerstoel

Jan Boerstoel (born 3 November 1944, The Hague) is a Dutch writer and poet who is perhaps best known for his song texts, especially for cabaret. He lives in Amsterdam. His poetry is melancholy, but often humorous as well.

Jan Boerstoel

Jan Boerstoel in 2010

Jan Zandbergen · wikiportret.nl (original photo) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Name
Jan Boerstoel
Born
3 November 1944
Birthplace
The Hague
Occupation
writer
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Honours
Annie M.G. Schmidt Prize · Golden Harp · Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau
Languages
Dutch

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Jan Boerstoel (born 3 November 1944, The Hague) is a Dutch writer and poet who is perhaps best known for his song texts, especially for cabaret. He lives in Amsterdam. His poetry is melancholy, but often humorous as well.

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