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100 1 _aAnderson, Isabel,
_d1876-1948
245 1 4 _aThe Spell of Belgium
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2012
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2012-09-08
508 _aProduced by Greg Bergquist, Matthew Wheaton 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"The Spell of Belgium" by Isabel Anderson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the rich cultural heritage, defining historical moments, and the daily lives of the Belgian people during a significant period marked by the backdrop of war. Through the personal experiences of the author and her observations, it sheds light on the unique charm of Belgium, its architecture, art, traditions, and especially the resilience of its citizens. At the start of "The Spell of Belgium," the author introduces her experience of living in Brussels as the spouse of an American minister. The narrative begins with their arrival in Belgium, focusing on the excitement and the nuances of diplomatic life. The reader is drawn into vivid descriptions of the royal audience with the Belgian king and queen and the ceremonial aspects of their roles. Through the lens of the author's observations, we also catch glimpses of significant historical figures and events that have shaped the country, as well as an appreciation for Belgian culture amid the impact of war. The beginning establishes a personal connection and a sense of deep appreciation for the history and charm of Belgium. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBelgium
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/40713
999 _c81552
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