Olanda by Edmondo De Amicis
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"Olanda" by Edmondo De Amicis is a descriptive travelogue written in the late 19th century. This work explores the unique geography, history, and culture of the Netherlands, focusing on its relationship with water and the persistent struggle of its inhabitants to reclaim land from the sea. The narrative promises to delve into the transformation of this exceptional landscape, as well as the characteristics of its people, as seen through the eyes of
the author during his journey. The opening of "Olanda" sets the stage for a captivating exploration of the Netherlands, reflecting on its unusual geographical features that blend land and water. The author, inspired by a map of the country, expresses curiosity about how this seemingly precarious land came to be. He discusses the historical context of the area, illustrating how early inhabitants confronted the challenges posed by the sea and rivers, ultimately creating a formidable network of land through human ingenuity and labor. As he embarks on his journey via the Schelda River, he notes the mystery surrounding the province of Zeeland and hints at the intricate stories and transformations that have shaped the landscape and its people over centuries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | De Amicis, Edmondo, 1846-1908 |
|---|---|
| Title | Olanda |
| Credits |
Produced by Emanuela Piasentini and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 39.3 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DJ: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands |
| Subject | Netherlands -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29864 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29864-1 |
| Release Date | Aug 30, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 231 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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