Geert van Oorschot

author

Dutch^[1] b. 1909^[1] d. 1987^[1] active 1945–1987

Geert van Oorschot (1909–1987) was a significant Dutch publisher and literary figure. He founded the publishing house Van Oorschot in 1945 with his wife, Hillie Munneke. Under his leadership, the house became one of the most influential Dutch literary funds, publishing notable authors such as Gerard Reve, W.F. Hermans, and Jan Hanlo. He was known as a 'discoverer' of talent and played a central role in the post-war Dutch literary landscape. He also co-authored the book 'Blikken of blozen' with his brother, Adrie van Oorschot.^[1]

publishing
literature
Dutch culture
authorship

Works by Geert van Oorschot

Blikken of blozen: zijnde spreekwoorden en/of gezegden in beeld gebracht Blitz · book · Dutch Co-authored with Adrie van Oorschot

References

Wikipedia. Uitgeverij Van Oorschot. Wikipedia link