Drugstore owner Geelman accuses Pietje Bell of theft, leading to the boy's wrongful imprisonment. However, Pietje escapes and is proven innocent, only to discover a world of crime and corruption behind bars. He meets a variety of characters, including a gang leader's father and a powerful crimelord, who uses his influence to continue his illegal activities from within the prison walls.
Peter Bell II: The Hunt for the Czar Crown
Pietje Bell, a mischievous young boy, is falsely accused of stealing a watch by a drugstore owner named Geelman. Despite being imprisoned without a trial, Pietje escapes and is ultimately proved innocent.
