The Embarrassment of Riches: An Interpretation of Dutch Culture in the Golden AgeCollins, 1987 - 698 pagina's This text explores the enigma of 17th-century Holland, a nation that attained an unprecedented level of affluence, yet lived in constant dread of being corrupted by prosperity. |
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Pagina 7
... especially to feasting . The reason for this is , I think , the wonderful supply of everything which can tempt one to enjoyment ; due partly to the ease of importing goods and partly to the natural fertility of the region ...
... especially to feasting . The reason for this is , I think , the wonderful supply of everything which can tempt one to enjoyment ; due partly to the ease of importing goods and partly to the natural fertility of the region ...
Pagina 56
... especially its commerce , would best be served by peace rather than war - a verdict that was by no means concurred with throughout the governing patriciates of the Dutch cities , and especially not in Amsterdam . 10 From intensely ...
... especially its commerce , would best be served by peace rather than war - a verdict that was by no means concurred with throughout the governing patriciates of the Dutch cities , and especially not in Amsterdam . 10 From intensely ...
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... especially in the countryside , were still very much public events . The mother was laid in a freshly made warm bed and given a cup of mild broth as a fortifier . After an hour , labor duly recommenced and the mother was delivered of a ...
... especially in the countryside , were still very much public events . The mother was laid in a freshly made warm bed and given a cup of mild broth as a fortifier . After an hour , labor duly recommenced and the mother was delivered of a ...
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