Brave Little Holland And What She Taught Us (1922)

Brave Little Holland And What She Taught Us is a historical book written by William Elliot Griffis in 1922. The book tells the story of the Netherlands, also known as Holland, and how the country's people showed courage, resilience, and determination in the face of adversity. The author highlights the Dutch struggle for independence against Spain in the 16th century, their fight against the sea to reclaim land, and their contributions to art, science, and literature.The book also explores the relationship between the United States and the Netherlands, including the Dutch influence on American culture and the role of Dutch immigrants in shaping American society. Griffis provides a detailed account of the Dutch-American friendship, including the support the Netherlands provided to the United States during World War I.Brave Little Holland And What She Taught Us is a well-researched and engaging book that offers insights into the history, culture, and values of the Netherlands. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Dutch history and the relationship between the Netherlands and the United States.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.