This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 12005490
Title: Windmills and Wooden Shoes
Credits:
Produced 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.)
Summary: "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.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Jaekel, Blair, 1881-
EBook No.: 59738
Published: Jun 12, 2019
Downloads: 250
Language: English
Subject: Netherlands -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 12005490
Title: Windmills and Wooden Shoes
Credits:
Produced 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.)
Summary: "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.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Jaekel, Blair, 1881-
EBook No.: 59738
Published: Jun 12, 2019
Downloads: 250
Language: English
Subject: Netherlands -- Description and travel
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.