The Flying Liftboy

Abeltje is a curious lift boy whose accidental ascent launches a far-reaching adventure. He grows increasingly resourceful as he navigates unfamiliar places with Laura, Jozias Tump, and Miss Klaterhoen while searching for Johnny. His journey tests courage, loyalty, and his sense of belonging within a rapidly changing world.

Mother Roef is fiercely protective, pulling Abeltje from school and steering him toward an unpredictable life as a lift boy. Her decisions propel the group into a multinational quest that tests familial love and resolve. Her actions anchor the emotional core of the story as loyalties are tested across borders.

Jozias Tump starts as a seemingly ordinary salesman but is drawn into mountain-high ambitions, ultimately becoming a puppet president in Perugona during a coup. His vanity and malleability highlight the fragility of power in volatile political landscapes. His arc underscores how quickly authority can be exploited or discarded.

Miss Klaterhoen is the singing teacher who travels with the lift's group, offering humor and moments of steadiness amid upheaval. Her musical presence lightens tense moments while providing companionship for Abeltje and Laura. She helps keep the group's morale intact as they navigate foreign lands.

A Guerrilla in Perugona who becomes embroiled in the coup, influencing events as the lift journey intersects with revolutionary chaos. His involvement marks the volatility of Perugona’s political landscape and the dangers the party faces abroad. The character embodies the era’s conflict and unpredictability.

Laura is Abeltje’s girlfriend whose relationship experiences strain and testing during the wild journey. She travels with the group and serves as an emotional anchor for Abeltje, highlighting the personal stakes behind the extraordinary adventure. Her presence shapes decisions and the drive to reach home and safety.