De Amicis, Edmondo 1846-1908 creator Zimmern, Helen 1846-1934 text utu 2009 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Holland, v. 1 (of 2)" by Edmondo De Amicis is a travel narrative written in the late 19th century. The book explores the unique geography and rich history of the Netherlands, with an emphasis on the Dutch people's remarkable relationship with their environment and the persistent struggle against the sea. De Amicis illustrates how the Dutch transformed a landscape marked by water and marsh into fertile land, revealing both the physical and cultural intricacies of the nation. The opening of the work introduces readers to the paradox of Holland's geography, where land and water coexist intricately. It captures the author's awe at the Dutch landscape, with its numerous rivers, lakes, and marshes, and discusses the historical context in which the Dutch fought against nature to claim their territory. De Amicis reflects on the toil of the Dutch people, describing how their ingenuity turned an inhospitable landscape into a thriving agricultural haven, while also hinting at the ongoing challenges posed by the sea. As he prepares to travel through Zealand, the author emphasizes the blend of beauty and mystery that characterizes the journey ahead, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the region's culture and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2009-01-13 Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Jen Haines and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Netherlands -- Description and travel DJ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27799 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27799 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133632.0 27799