A History of the Netherlands - 2nd Edition by Friso Wielenga (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>This is the most comprehensive history of the Netherlands available in the English language. It surveys Dutch history from the 16th century, when the nation took shape as a geographical, administrative and political entity, right through to the Netherlands of today.<br/><br/>Examining domestic politics and wider international contexts, as well as economic and cultural history, Friso Wielenga provides a varied and in-depth investigation that will lead to a rich understanding of the country's past. The book also challenges misplaced preconceptions regarding political consensus and religious toleration in the country and offers a balanced assessment of developments across the early modern, modern and contemporary eras.<br/><br/>This new edition includes: <br/><br/>* One brand new chapter on the Netherlands since 1945 <br/>* Much more material on colonial history, slavery, the decolonisation of Indonesia and the contemporary legacy of colonialism<br/>* Historiographical updates throughout<br/>* A wealth of new images, maps, tables and figures<br/><br/>This book is essential reading for anyone seeking a knowledge of Dutch history since 1500<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>Wielenga's book provides a much-needed history of the Netherlands in the past five hundred years. It is essential reading for those who are interested in all matters Dutch.<i> A History of the Netherlands</i> provides a thorough and well-crafted account of the country's political development from its independence to today, with detailed discussions on economics, international relations, colonisation and decolonisation across the ages.<br/>Daniel Margócsy, University Lecturer, University of Cambridge, UK<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Friso Wielenga </b>is Director of the Centre for Dutch Studies at the Westphalian Wilhelms-University in Münster, Germany. His books on Dutch and German history as well as German-Dutch relations have been published both in Dutch and German.
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