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Historical Dictionary of the Netherlands

出版	Scarecrow Press, 2007
主題	History / Europe / WesternHistory / ReferenceHistory / Europe / Benelux Countries (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg)Reference / General
ISBN	08108562719780810856271
URL	http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=PaybmAEACAAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api

註釋The Netherlands, a European kingdom on the North Sea frequently but erroneously referred to as Holland, is one of the most densely populated countries in the world. In the past few decades, it has undergone many transformations, made possible by its dynamic and fast-moving political landscape. It has shifted from fierce nationalism to tolerance and permissiveness; national identity and self-consciousness have slowly eroded through decolonization and immigration. Unfortunately, several murders of prominent, controversial politicians have started yet another shift from acceptance, and economic stagnation has bred collective pessimism. Nonetheless, despite trials and tribulations, there has been significant social progress, and the Dutch have perhaps done a better job of coming to terms with their limitations than many others in the world. This second edition of Historical Dictionary of the Netherlands contains more than 700 cross-referenced dictionary entries on the country's political, economic, and social systems, along with short biographies of important figures who have shaped Dutch history. Supplementing the entries are a list of acronyms and abbreviations, a chronology, an introduction, appendixes, and a bibliography, making this a superb reference for scholars and laymen alike. Book jacket.