A Short History Of Belgium (1915)

By Léon van der Essen and Leon. VAN DER ESSEN

Book Overview

""A Short History of Belgium"" is a book written by Leon Van Der Essen and originally published in 1915. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Belgium, from its early origins to the early 20th century. It covers topics such as the Roman conquest of the region, the development of the medieval towns and cities, the rise of the Burgundian dynasty, the struggles for independence from the Spanish Empire, the establishment of a constitutional monarchy, and the country's involvement in World War I. The book also explores the cultural, economic, and social developments that have shaped Belgium over the centuries. With its detailed analysis and engaging writing style, ""A Short History of Belgium"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116454912X
• ISBN13: 9781164549123
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"