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This collection features a diverse array of scholarly contributions exploring various aspects of art, history, literature, and social sciences. It begins with an examination of identity and exile in 17th-century Amsterdam, focusing on a portrait of Menasseh ben Israel. The pedagogical methods of Crispijn van de Passe are also analyzed, alongside a provocative inquiry into the potential influences of Italian Futurism on Theo van Doesburg. Historical perspectives are provided through discussions of lotteries as cultural elements in the Low Countries and the significance of Belgian maps and engravings in Canadian collections. The experiences of Brazilian Indians as political refugees in the Dutch Republic are highlighted, as well as an exploration of the post-World War I border negotiations at Versailles. In literature, the anthology addresses Afrikaans literature within the context of South Africa's Rainbow Nation and examines the contributions of Dutch literature in that region. The interplay between Anton Chekhov and Herman Heijermans in theater innovation is discussed, alongside a comparative analysis of the works of Louis Couperus and Joseph Conrad regarding themes of racism and anti-colonialism. The collection also reflects on Anne Frank's literary influences and her connections with other German-Dutch writers. Finally, it delves into the art of translation and the teaching of comparative literature in the Netherlands, con
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The low countries: crossroads of cultures, Ton J. Broos
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- 2006
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