Dutch & Their Delta: Living Below Sea Level [Idioma Inglés] - Hardcover

All over the world, people learn in school that the Netherlands is a country that lies below sea-level. Dikes, polders, windmills and wooden shoes are well-known icons of this unusual nation, while its sturdy dams and storm surge barriers also enjoy world fame. But how does it all work? How can a country exist under such circumstances and even be prosperous? One would expect the Dutch to panic about climate change but they don't seem to be; how come? This book will tell you all about it, both in words and photos, striking a balance between developments in the past, the present and the future, steering clear from both generalizations and too much technological detail. Whether you are an expat, tourist, or far-away individual who has taken an interest in the country, this book will offer fascinating insights into how a society can function at sea level.. NOTA: El libro no está en español, sino en inglés.

Jacob Vossestein is a geographer and anthropologist who works as a cross-cultural trainer. He specializes in programs for expats working and residing in the Netherlands, assisting them in effective communication in their Dutch workplace and environment. Based on these experiences, he previously wrote the bestselling management guide Dealing with the Dutch.