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100 1 _aJaekel, Blair,
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245 1 0 _aWindmills and Wooden Shoes
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2019-06-12
508 _aProduced by F E H, MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"Widwills and Wooden Shoes" by Blair Jaekel is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The book aims to explore the picturesque landscapes, rich culture, and historical significance of the Netherlands, specifically focusing on the various regions that make the country unique. Its detailed descriptions aim to entice potential travelers and highlight the distinctive features of the Dutch landscape, including windmills and traditional wooden shoes. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive guide to Holland, emphasizing its struggle against water and the ingenious methods employed by the Dutch to reclaim land from the sea. Jaekel discusses the geographical layout of the Netherlands, drawing a comparison to an area of the United States while emphasizing the unique characteristics of Dutch society and history. The author introduces the idea that Holland is not merely a destination for tourists seeking art and culture, but also for those fascinated by its scenic beauty and the tenacity of its people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNetherlands -- Description and travel
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59738
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