Discovering the Dutch : on culture and society of the Netherlands /
"What do you need to know about the Netherlands? The third edition of Discovering the Dutch explores the urgent question of Dutch identity through a rich tapestry of themes that span culture, history, geography, and society. From the legendary William of Orange to today's populist movement...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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Amsterdam :
Amsterdam University Press,
[2024]
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| Edition: | Third and revised edition. |
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| Summary: | "What do you need to know about the Netherlands? The third edition of Discovering the Dutch explores the urgent question of Dutch identity through a rich tapestry of themes that span culture, history, geography, and society. From the legendary William of Orange to today's populist movements, from sea power to innovative water management, from pillarization to postcolonial diversity, and from the timeless paintings of Rembrandt to the vibrant pulse of contemporary literature, this volume unveils the dynamic, modern, and cosmopolitan society behind the iconic dikes and windmills."--back cover. |
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| Physical Description: | 408 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9789463725163 9463725164 |