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Description
Explore the dynamic changes in Holland's history with the new edition of this comprehensive guide.
This updated version delves into the significant events and transformations that have shaped Holland in the new millennium. From the introduction of the Euro in 2002 to the political upheavals marked by the assassinations of Pim Fortuyn and Theo van Gogh, this book provides a detailed account of the country's recent past.
The new added content covers the increasing popular discomfort with immigration, the growing Muslim population, and the political shifts that have defined the early 21st century. It also highlights the technological advancements with ASML's monopoly on photolithography equipment and the rise of quantum computing. Environmental awareness and Holland's role in combating climate change are also discussed, along with the country's participation in international conflicts and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
This edition also explores the cultural milestones, such as Holland's Eurovision victories and the emergence of new political movements. With detailed accounts of significant events and their implications, this book is an essential resource for understanding both the far past and contemporary history of Holland.
Table of Contents
Preface to the Second Edition
Series Foreword
Timeline of Historical Events
Abbreviations
1. Geography
2. The Economy
3. The Political System
4. Society
5. From the Ice Age to the Middle Ages
6. Reformation, Rebellion and the Republic
7. The Union and the Golden Age
8. The Colonies
9. Constitutional Democracy
10. War, Crisis, and Recovery
11. The Rise and Fall of the Welfare State
12. The New Society: The Pillars Collapse
13. The New, Post-Cold-War World
14. Holland in the New Millennium
Notable People in the History of Holland
Bibliographic Essay
Bibliography of Translations of Works by Modern Dutch Authors
Index
About the Author
Product details
| Published | 13 May 2027 |
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| Format | Hardback |
| Edition | 2nd |
| Pages | 304 |
| ISBN | 9798216447245 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Academic |
| Illustrations | 15 bw illus. |
| Dimensions | 235 x 156 mm |
| Series | Histories of the Modern Nations |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |

























