Holland and Its People (1890)

Holland and Its People is a travelogue written by Edmondo De Amicis in 1890. The book is a detailed account of his travels through the Netherlands, describing the country's geography, history, culture, and people. De Amicis provides an in-depth analysis of the Dutch way of life, their customs, and traditions, as well as their art, architecture, and literature. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Dutch life. It includes descriptions of the country's famous cities, such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague, as well as smaller towns and villages. De Amicis also writes about the Dutch landscape, highlighting the beauty of the tulip fields and the windmills that dot the countryside. The book is richly illustrated with sketches and photographs, providing a visual representation of the places and people that De Amicis encounters on his journey. Overall, Holland and Its People is a fascinating account of the Netherlands and its culture, written by a renowned Italian author and journalist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.