James C. Kennedy Boeken

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The history of smaller European countries is often overlooked in university-level European history courses. This publication presents the first comprehensive history of the Low Countries in English, covering from Roman Times to the present. Politically and culturally fragmented, the region is characterized by its inhabitants speaking Dutch, French, Frisian, and German, offering a unique snapshot of European history. The term "Low Countries" encompasses parts of northern France and western Germany, reflecting a region that has rarely formed a unified whole. Historically, defining this area was challenging, as tribes and kingdoms extended beyond the current borders of Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands. Despite this, the region exhibits common traits and developments that set it apart from its neighbors. Internationally, the Low Countries have often acted as mediators and buffers to larger powers like France, Britain, and Germany. Today, Belgium and the Netherlands continue to play significant roles in European integration, aligning their interests and policies. This richly illustrated volume serves as an excellent introduction to the Low Countries' history for both students and general readers.

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The book provides a thorough overview of a lesser-known country's history, tracing its development from pre-history to modern times. It highlights significant events and cultural shifts, offering insights into the nation's unique heritage and evolution.

A young woman's secretive midwestern town is engulfed by a mysterious plague of tornadoes every generation and she must escape it before it claims her.

This book explores the history of chemical fears, events that have amplified it and how manufacturers, teachers, journalists etc. can make better connections with the public by telling stories that are more engaging about chemistry.

The Netherlands is known among foreigners today for its cheese and its windmills, its Golden Age paintings and its experimentation in social policies such as cannabis and euthanasia. This book explores the historical background to these quintessentially Dutch achievements and offers a comprehensive yet compact history of this fascinating country.