A History of the Netherlands

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22.99
book_author_name: 
Friso Wielenga
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Paperback
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
published_date: 
03/10/2019
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9781350087309
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Books > History > Historical periods > Early modern history: 1500 to 1700
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Friso Wielenga|Paperback|Bloomsbury Publishing PLC|03/10/2019
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9781350087309
Book Description: 
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. 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. This new edition includes: * One brand new chapter on the Netherlands since 1945 * Much more material on colonial history, slavery, the decolonisation of Indonesia and the contemporary legacy of colonialism * Historiographical updates throughout * A wealth of new images, maps, tables and figures This book is essential reading for anyone seeking a knowledge of Dutch history since 1500.

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