Arme rijken -- Toon Kortooms boekenplein centuries after the 'Third World

centuries after the 'Third World War' (the Great Bang)

Dawn's daughter

with accompanying text

the author explores the complex dynamics of identity and multiculturalism in contemporary Netherlands

Arme rijken -- Toon Kortooms boekenplein centuries after the 'Third WorldUnlike many of his well known novels (such as Beekman and Beekman), Poor Rich is a collection of 19 short stories and anecdotes. In it, Toon Kortooms looks back on his encounters with millionaires and multi millionaires also known as "rich scoundrels" by common folk. The central message of the book is as ironic as it is tragic: those who are most materially blessed often turn out to be spiritually and emotionally destitute.