De Boeventaal Zakwoordenboekje van het Bargoensch, of De taal van de jongens van de vlakte

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In the early 20th century, as urban life burgeoned and societal norms shifted, a unique vernacular emerged among marginalized youth in the Netherlands. "De Boeventaal: Zakwoordenboekje van het Bargoensch, of De taal van de jongens van de vlakte" by W. L. H. Köster Henke serves as a vital dictionary of Bargoens, the clandestine language of the boys from the plains. This glossary meticulously catalogs terms and phrases that illuminate the intricate world of the criminal underclass, offering insights into their culture and communication. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, this document reveals the socio-linguistic dynamics of a bygone era, enriching our understanding of language as a tool for identity and resistance.