Presents a comprehensive history of the Netherlands from prehistoric settlement through the twenty-first century.

The development of the Netherlands over the centuries has been a remarkable one. Situated at "the end of Europe," between land and water, its people have, for m

To English-speaking historians, the author of this book, a Dutchman who for many years now finds his base at the University of Florida, became well known when h

This book offers a comprehensive yet compact history of this surprisingly little-known but fascinating country, from pre-history to the present.

Vijftig tijdperken, gebeurtenissen en personen die bepalend zijn geweest voor het beeld van de geschiedenis van Nederland vanaf de vroegste tijden tot heden.