Engelberts E M (4 results)

Without place or printer, 1797, single folded and uncut signature, no binding, first and last page smudged and some stains, but otherwise in good condition, remarkable that a single signature has survived, it has been published as appendix to: "Resolutien, genomen by de twintigste algemeene vergaderinge des oeconomische taks van de Hollandsche maatschappye der weetenschappen, te Haarlem, nu de eerste der nationale Nederlansche huishoudelyke maatschappye, op den 15 Augustus 1797, en de volgende dagen, aldaar gehouden" (Haarlem, C. Plaat en A. Loosjes Pz.). l It concerns Dutch taxes in 1797.

A history of the Netherlands and the Batavians, with two foldable maps of the Netherlands and many plates. Engraved frontispiece by R. Vinkeles.The so-called "Batavian myth" is a tradition invented in the 16th century. As Tacitus described in his writings, the Batavians retained a limited degree of autonomy after their subjugation to the Romans: they were exempt from paying taxes, but had to defend the limes. This origin myth became increasingly popular over the course of the centuries. The inhabitants of the Netherlands were represented as descendants of the Batavians, and Tacitus' source served as historical evidence of the Dutch enjoying political freedom since ancient times.Dutch History - Batavian - Bataafs - ontstaansmythe - Nederland - Bataven in Nederland   Red-speckled paper on cardboard, 22.4 x 13.3 cm., paper partly worn off, one paper ticket loosening. Occasional foxing.

(16) 171 (6) 146 (10) 122 (8) 111 pag., geheel leer. Geillustreerd met 4 gravures van de jaargetijden buiten de tekst door R. Vinkeles.

416+415+400+469 pag. Gebonden in 4 half leren banden. Geillustreerd met uitvouwbare kaart en diverse gravures.