Belgium: Her Kings, Kingdom And People (1914)

By John De Courcy Mac Donnell

Book Overview

Belgium: Her Kings, Kingdom And People is a historical book written by John De Courcy Mac Donnell in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of Belgium, its monarchy, and its people. It covers the country's political, economic, and social development from its earliest days to the early 20th century.The book begins with an introduction to the geography and early history of Belgium, including its Celtic and Roman roots. It then delves into the country's medieval period, discussing the rise of the Duchy of Burgundy and the Habsburg Empire. The book also covers the Protestant Reformation, the Spanish occupation of the Netherlands, and the eventual independence of Belgium in 1830.The author provides a detailed account of the Belgian monarchy, including the reigns of notable monarchs such as Leopold I, Leopold II, and Albert I. The book also discusses the political system of Belgium, including its constitution and parliamentary system.In addition to its political history, the book also covers the economic and social development of Belgium. The author discusses the country's industrialization, including the rise of the textile industry and the development of the port of Antwerp. The book also covers the country's cultural and artistic achievements, including the works of famous Belgian artists such as Rubens and Van Dyck.Overall, Belgium: Her Kings, Kingdom And People is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Belgium. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of this important European 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: 1164585878
• ISBN13: 9781164585879
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 434 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"