Dutch Society

Author : Emmeline Besamusca,Jaap Verheul
Publisher : Amsterdam University Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-11-19
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789048526093

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Discovering the Dutch by Emmeline Besamusca,Jaap Verheul Pdf

What are the most salient and sparking facts about the Netherlands? This updated edition of 'Discovering the Dutch'tackles the heart of the question of Dutch identity through a number of essential themes that span the culture, history and society of the Netherlands. Running the gamut from the Randstad to the Dutch Golden Age, from William of Orange to Anne Frank, this volume uses a series of vignettes written by academic experts in their fields to address historical and contemporary topics such as immigration, tolerance, and the struggle against water, as well as issues of culture - painting, literature, architecture, and design among them. All chapters are written by academic experts in their fields who have extensive experience in explaining the many features of Dutchness to a foreign audience. Each chapter comes to life in vignettes that illustrate characteristic historical figures or essential aspects in Dutch culture and society from William of Orange and Anne Frank to Dutch cheese and the inevitable coffeeshop.

Author : John Leslie Price
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-07-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317889847

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Dutch Society by John Leslie Price Pdf

This fascinating new interpretation of Dutch society in the Golden Age is a major contribution to early modern history. Dutch society in this period was to a significant extent different from that of the rest of Europe. A high proportion of the population lived in the numerous towns and market forces had penetrated the whole economy and transformed every level of society. The heart of this book is a discussion of the processes by which this unique society was produced and an analysis of its character. These social changes are set against the late sixteenth century background and in the context of international, political and economic circumstances of the seventeenth century. In the final chapters the effects of the strains of war and a stagnant and faltering economy on Dutch society are outlined.

Author : W. A. R. Shadid,P. Sj. van Koningsveld
Publisher : Peeters Publishers
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Islam
ISBN : 9024230470

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Islam in Dutch Society by W. A. R. Shadid,P. Sj. van Koningsveld Pdf

This book generally discusses three main topics connected to the situation of Muslims in Dutch society. First of all, attention is given to the subject of faith and rituals such as the existing mystical orders, mosque sermons and the institutionalization of ritual slaughter. The second subject deals with Islam and the second-generation Muslims in the Netherlands. In this context, the situation of the so-called runaway girls and education in general are discussed. Special attention is given to the development and functioning of Islamic schools and to the education in one's own language and culture. The last topic deals with Muslim organizations, their development and role in the emancipation of these religious groups in Dutch society. Furthermore, obstacles hindering the establishment of a Muslim council on a national level are thoroughly discussed. This book can be of interest to various categories of people, such as scholars (theologians, social scientists, lawyers), policy makers, and those who, through their profession, are in regular contact with members of the Muslim community in the Netherlands.

Author : G.H. Evers,G.B. van Hees,J.J. Schippers
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789401147941

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Work, Organisation and Labour in Dutch Society by G.H. Evers,G.B. van Hees,J.J. Schippers Pdf

The Dutch have their own way of working, organising and managing. This book covers recent developments in labour markets, labour relations, quality of work, human resources management, work organisation and gender/diversity, as they reflect in social science research. It gives an overview of major subjects and themes in social and management sciences and it points to shifts in debates and arguments. The book covers a number of disciplines, such as economics, management and business science, and sociology, and thematic fields such as gender studies and human resources management. This state-of-the-art review of work, organisation and labour research fields in The Netherlands focuses on change in theories and paradigms, on shifting governance networks (the consultation economy), on changing policy-agendas and on new issues like subjectivity, identity and diversity. It contributes to understanding the Dutch model in various respects, and will be of use to scientists, students, policy-makers, media, management, consultants. The book has been commissioned by The Netherlands Universities Institute for Coordination of Research in Social Sciences (SIS-WO).

Author : John Leslie Price
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2014-07-22
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317889854

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Dutch Society by John Leslie Price Pdf

This fascinating new interpretation of Dutch society in the Golden Age is a major contribution to early modern history. Dutch society in this period was to a significant extent different from that of the rest of Europe. A high proportion of the population lived in the numerous towns and market forces had penetrated the whole economy and transformed every level of society. The heart of this book is a discussion of the processes by which this unique society was produced and an analysis of its character. These social changes are set against the late sixteenth century background and in the context of international, political and economic circumstances of the seventeenth century. In the final chapters the effects of the strains of war and a stagnant and faltering economy on Dutch society are outlined.

Author : Leen D'Haenens
Publisher : University of Ottawa Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Canada
ISBN : 9780776604893

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Images of Canadianness by Leen D'Haenens Pdf

Images of Canadianness offers backgrounds and explanations for a series of relevant--if relatively new--features of Canada, from political, cultural, and economic angles. Each of its four sections contains articles written by Canadian and European experts that offer original perspectives on a variety of issues: voting patterns in English-speaking Canada and Quebec; the vitality of French-language communities outside Quebec; the Belgian and Dutch immigration waves to Canada and the resulting Dutch-language immigrant press; major transitions taking place in Nunavut; the media as a tool for self-government for Canada's First Peoples; attempts by Canadian Indians to negotiate their position in society; the Canada-US relationship; Canada's trade with the EU; and Canada's cultural policy in the light of the information highway.

Author : J. L. Price
Publisher : Reaktion Books
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781861899910

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Dutch Culture in the Golden Age by J. L. Price Pdf

The seventeenth century is considered the Dutch Golden Age, a time when the Dutch were at the forefront of social change, economics, the sciences, and art. In Dutch Culture in the Golden Age, eminent historian J. L. Price goes beyond the standard descriptions of the cultural achievements of the Dutch during this time by placing these many achievements within their social context. Price’s central argument is that alongside the innovative tendencies in Dutch society and culture there were powerful conservative and reactionary forces at work—and that it was the tension between these contradictory impulses that gave the period its unique and powerful dynamic. Dutch Culture in the Golden Age is distinctive in its broad scope, examing art, literature, religion, political ideology, theology, and scientific and intellectual trends, while also attending to the high and popular culture of the times. Price’s new interpretation of Dutch history places an emphasis on the paradox of the Dutch resistance to change as well as their general acceptance of innovation. This comprehensive look at the Dutch Golden Age provides a fascinating new way to understand Dutch culture at the height of its historic and global influence.

Author : Scott L. Greer,Matthias Wismar,Gabriele Pastorino
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-20
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789289050432

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Civil Society and Health by Scott L. Greer,Matthias Wismar,Gabriele Pastorino Pdf

Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) can make a vital contribution to public health and health systems but harnessing their potential is complex in a Europe where government-CSO relations vary so profoundly. This study is intended to outline some of the challenges and assist policy-makers in furthering their understanding of the part CSOs can play in tandem and alongside government. To this end it analyses existing evidence and draws on a set of seven thematic chapters and six mini case studies. They examine experiences from Austria Bosnia-Herzegovina Belgium Cyprus Finland Germany Malta the Netherlands Poland the Russian Federation Slovenia Turkey and the European Union and make use of a single assessment framework to understand the diverse contexts in which CSOs operate. The evidence shows that CSOs are ubiquitous varied and beneficial and the topics covered in this study reflect such diversity of aims and means: anti-tobacco advocacy food banks refugee health HIV/AIDS prevention and cure and social partnership. CSOs make a substantial contribution to public health and health systems with regards to policy development service delivery and governance. This includes evidence provision advocacy mobilization consensus building provision of medical services and of services related to the social determinants of health standard setting self-regulation and fostering social partnership. However in order to engage successfully with CSOs governments do need to make use of adequate tools and create contexts conducive to collaboration. To guide policy-makers working with CSOs through such complications and help avoid some potential pitfalls the book outlines a practical framework for such collaboration. This suggests identifying key CSOs in a given area; clarifying why there should be engagement with civil society; being realistic as to what CSOs can or will achieve; and an understanding of how CSOs can be helped to deliver.

Author : Pepijn Brandon
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015-08-17
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789004302518

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War, Capital, and the Dutch State (1588-1795) by Pepijn Brandon Pdf

In War, Capital, and the Dutch State (1588-1795), Pepijn Brandon provides a sweeping new interpretation of the rise and fall of the Dutch Republic, focusing on the interaction between state and capital in the organisation of warfare.

Author : Rob N. Eisinga
Publisher : Pallas Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Netherlands
ISBN : 9085550793

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Religion in Dutch Society by Rob N. Eisinga Pdf

This data guide exhaustively documents the results of a 2005 survey of religious and secular attitudes and behavior in the Netherlands. The data files and additional documentation can be downloaded from EASY, the online archiving system of the Institute of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences Data Archiving and Networked Services (DANS). DANS promotes sustained access to digital research results and encourages scientific researchers to systematically archive and reuse data.

Author : Assaad E. Azzi,Xenia Chryssochoou,Bert Klandermans,Bernd Simon
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 442 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2011-07-15
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781444351811

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Identity and Participation in Culturally Diverse Societies by Assaad E. Azzi,Xenia Chryssochoou,Bert Klandermans,Bernd Simon Pdf

Identity and Participation in Culturally Diverse Societies presents an original discussion in an edited volume of how the links between identity, political participation, radicalization, and integration can provide a scientific understanding of the complex issue of coexistence between groups in culturally diverse societies. Offers a scientific understanding of the complex issue of coexistence between groups in culturally diverse societies Utilizes original theory which combines social psychology, sociology, and political science Includes an original and extensive discussion of combining the concepts of identity and diversity Innovatively and engagingly employs the latest research and state-of-the-art theory

Author : Peter Jan Margry,Herman Roodenburg
Publisher : Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Science
ISBN : 0754647056

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Reframing Dutch Culture by Peter Jan Margry,Herman Roodenburg Pdf

Dutch society has undergone radical changes in recent years, due to complex political, social and ethnic developments. Reframing Dutch Culture examines issues of nationality, ethnicity, culture and identity in The Netherlands from an ethnological perspective, linking past traditions and notions of identity with more recent transformations.

Author : William Z. Shetter
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Netherlands
ISBN : UOM:39015051573528

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The Netherlands in Perspective by William Z. Shetter Pdf

Author : Maarten Prak
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2023-01-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781009240598

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The Dutch Republic in the Seventeenth Century by Maarten Prak Pdf

Substantially revised second edition of the leading textbook on the Dutch Republic, including new chapters on language and literature, and slavery.

Author : Russel Stafford Viljoen
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789004150935

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Jan Paerl, a Khoikhoi in Cape Colonial Society, 1761-1851 by Russel Stafford Viljoen Pdf

In this biography of the Khoikhoi Jan Paerl (1761-1851) light is being shed on a new form of resistance against colonial domination in Cape society. It emphasizes Khoikhoi colonial encounters and incorporates themes such as millenarian beliefs, identities, master-servant relations, indentured labour and the appropriation of mission Christianity.