Isidoor Teirlinck facts for kids

Isidoor Teirlinck (born January 2, 1851, in Zegelsem, Belgium – died June 27, 1934, in Forest, Brussels) was a Belgian writer. He is most famous for his work on folklore. Folklore means studying the traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of a community.

Isidoor Teirlinck went to school in Lier. He later became a teacher. He taught subjects like mathematics and physics in Brussels starting in 1875. He was married to Oda van Nieuwenhove. Their son, Herman Teirlinck, also became a well-known writer. Isidoor Teirlinck wrote many books. He often worked with his brother-in-law, Reimond Stijns. They published books together under the name Teirlinck-Stijns. Their most famous novel was Arm Vlaanderen (meaning "Poor Flanders"), which came out in 1884.

Exploring Belgian Folklore

Isidoor Teirlinck spent a lot of time studying and writing about folklore. He collected old stories, traditions, and local sayings from different parts of Belgium. His work helps us understand the history and culture of the Flemish people. He wrote several books specifically about folklore. These books helped preserve many old tales and beliefs that might otherwise have been forgotten.

Notable Books and Writings

Isidoor Teirlinck wrote many different kinds of books. He wrote novels, poetry, and educational books. He also wrote important works about language and local traditions. Here are some of his well-known works:

• Wie niet hooren wil moet voelen (1873)
• Bertha van den Schoolmeester (1877)
• Frans Steen, zedenroman (1878)
• Bloemenleven (1882)
• Arm Vlaanderen (1884) – This famous novel was written with Reimond Stijns.
• Woordenboek van het Bargoensch (1886) – A dictionary of a special language.
• Foklore flamand: Foklore mythologique (1890) – About Flemish myths.
• Foklore flamand: Contes flamands (1890) – About Flemish tales.
• Kinderspel en kinderlust in Zuid-Nederland (1902–1908) – About children's games and fun in Southern Netherlands.
• Zuid-Oostvlaandersch idioticon (1908–1924) – A dictionary of a local dialect.
• Brabantsch sagenboek (1909–1912) – A book of legends from Brabant.
• Flora Diabolica (1930) – About plants and their magical or "devilish" beliefs.
• Flora Magica (1930) – About plants and their magical uses.

See also

• Flemish literature