Dik Trom

Dik Trom is a series of Dutch children's books by Cornelis Johannes Kieviet, centered on the character Dik Trom (a mischievous oversized Dutch boy). The series is well regarded as a classic in its home country.

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Several Dutch movies were made based on the books:

Dick Matena also adapted the novel into a comic book album.

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