Han G. Hoekstra
# Han G. Hoekstra

Han Gerard Hoekstra (4 September 1906 – 15 April 1988) was a Dutch poet, best known for his children's literature.

## Early life and education

He was born in The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands.

## Career

### Awards

Hoekstra won numerous awards throughout his career, including the 1972 Constantijn Huygens Prize, an annual Dutch literary award.

## Death

He died, age 81, in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.

