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“Even for the most excitable preacher, there was nothing inherently sinful about a waffle.”

Quote by Simon Schama

Book:The Embarrassment of Riches: An Interpretation of Dutch Culture in the Golden Age

Work

The Embarrassment of Riches: An Interpretation of Dutch Culture in the Golden Age

This book delves into the cultural and social dynamics of the Dutch Golden Age, analyzing the economic boom and its influence on various aspects of Dutch life and thought. more

Author

Simon Schama is a renowned art historian known for his engaging writing style and unique insights into the history of art. His works cover a wide range of periods from the Renaissance to modern art, and are highly appreciated by readers. more

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Book:Age of extremes: the short twentieth century, 1914-1991

Source: Age of extremes: the short twentieth century, 1914-1991