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A kingdom of Western Europe, bounded to the north and west by the North Sea, to the south by Belgium, and to the east by Germany. The Netherlands (also known as Holland), with Belgium and Luxembourg, make up what are known as the Low Countries. Strictly speaking, however, the name Holland belongs only to the two coastal provinces of North and South Holland. The plural "Netherlands," used in English, is a legacy of the past, since the Dutch themselves...

Introduces Netherlands, describing its history, geography, cities, food, animals, religion, occupations, and system of government.

With its shiny black coat and long, flowing mane and tail, the Friesian is one of the most dramatic-looking and beautiful horse breeds. Readers explore the Friesian's roots in the province of Friesland{8212}in the Netherlands. The horse's distinctive features are discussed, as is its life cycle and diet. There are chapters focusing on dressage and driving competitions, too. Fun facts and stunning photographs are sure to win over horse lovers.

Relates events in the life of the Dutch woman who survived imprisonment in Nazi concentration camps to become a Christian missionary.

"The Netherlands is a place often equated with blonde-haired, blue-eyed people and wooden shoes; however, it is much more than that. The Netherlands is a prosperous country that has a vibrant history and a unique culture. This book explores the Netherlands of the past and well as the present, and what it is like to live there today." -- Publisher's website.

Provides an overview of the history, land, plants and animals, people, economy, cities, transportation, government, holidays and festivals, and sports and culture of the Netherlands, and includes a glossary, Web site resources for more information, a time line, and an index.

Briefly examines the life and work of the nineteenth- century Dutchman who was one of the greatest artists of all time.

A biography of the Jewish heroine, Luba Tryszynska, who saved the lives of more than fifty Jewish children in the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp during the winter of 1944/45.

Describes how the culture of Holland is reflected in its many festivals, including Sinterklaas, Carnaval, and Queensday.

The true story of a young girl's involvement with the Dutch Resistance during World War II and her subsequent arrest and imprisonment by the Germans.