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A biography of Anne Frank, including the historical events which forced her to hide with her family in an attic in Nazi-occupied Holland for two years.

Presents a study of nineteenth-century Dutch-born artist Vincent van Gogh, tracing his developing technique, discussing his original use of color, and examining the connections between events in his life and his painting. Features forty color plates, each with commentary, as well as black-and-white reproductions.

An account of the seventeenth-century Dutchman's capture of a supposedly impregnable Spanish treasure fleet in the Caribbean, thereby signalling the demise of the Spanish empire.

Describes the background in which Anne Frank's life and diary were set as she hid in an attic in Nazi-occupied Holland for two years.

A thirty-fifth anniversary edition of the biography of Corrie Ten Boom, a leader of the Dutch underground who hid scores of Jews from the Nazi's during World War II.

Chronicles the life of Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer, discussing the atmosphere of the time, his personal relationships, and his domestic life.

Biography of M.C. Escher discussing his life, career, and complete graphic work.

Describes the life and paintings of the Dutch painter, Rembrandt van Rijn.

Describes what life was like during Rembrandt's time and discusses how political, social, economic, and environmental factors influenced his paintings.

Presents the life and accomplishments of the Dutch painter known for his use of color, discussing his childhood, art education, family life, and famous works.