Otmars zonen by Peter Buwalda

Otmars zonen is a acclaimed novel by Dutch author Peter Buwalda, published in 2019. It is the first installment of a planned trilogy that explores complex familial relationships and historical mysteries. The book is recognizable by its blue cover featuring the emblem of De Bezige Bij, one of the most prestigious literary publishing houses in the Netherlands.

The physical manufacturing and printing of the book typically take place in the Netherlands to serve the domestic Dutch-speaking market. The brand, in this context, refers to the publishing house De Bezige Bij, which was founded during World War II as a resistance initiative. Today, it remains a cornerstone of Dutch culture and is part of the larger media conglomerate, WPG Uitgevers.