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100 Belgian Icons
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100 Insightful And Funtoread Texts By Belgium Connoisseur And Fan Derek Blyth About Iconic Belgian Traditions, Places, Artists, Oddities, Buildings, Sayings, And Morethis Affectionate Cultural Guide Celebrates 100 Icons That Make Belgium Different From Any Other Country. In 100 Short, Informative Texts, The Author Talks About Food, People, Places, Traditions, Inventions, Buildings, And Even Expressions, That Have Shaped What He Calls The Strangest Country In The World'.The Author Examines Themes That Are Famously Belgian, Like Comic Books, Mussels Served With Fries, Cycle Racing, Art Nouveau Architecture And Rain. But He Also Looks At Some Of The Off Surprises Of Belgian Life, Including Vertical Archery, Grandmothers' Cooking, Pigeon Racing And The Everyday Expression Non Peuttre' (No Maybe).You Will Find Out About The Monks Who Brew The Best Beer In The World, The Largest Dinosaur Collection Ever Found, The Longest Tram Ride In The World, The Curious Charm Of Ugly Belgian Houses, And How A Country Can Survive Without A Government For More Than 500 Days.This Book Is Not Meant To Be An Exhaustive Guide To Belgium, But A Personal Pick Of The Icons That Make Belgium Unique, Along With A Selection Of Useful Addresses To Visit. The Texts Are Accompanied By 100 Original Illustrations By Antwerp Illustrator Emma Verhagen That Capture The Unique Sprit Of Belgium.
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- Q: What is '100 Belgian Icons' about? A: '100 Belgian Icons' is a cultural guide featuring 100 insightful texts by Derek Blyth that explore unique Belgian traditions, places, artists, and more.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of '100 Belgian Icons' is Derek Blyth, a connoisseur and fan of Belgium.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book contains 100 original illustrations by Antwerp illustrator Emma Verhagen that capture the unique spirit of Belgium.
- Q: How many pages does '100 Belgian Icons' have? A: '100 Belgian Icons' has a total of 224 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: '100 Belgian Icons' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was '100 Belgian Icons' published? A: '100 Belgian Icons' was published on February 5, 2021.
- Q: What are some themes covered in the book? A: The book covers themes such as Belgian food, people, traditions, comic books, and unique expressions of Belgian life.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to Belgian culture? A: Yes, '100 Belgian Icons' serves as a personal pick of icons that make Belgium unique, making it suitable for those new to Belgian culture.
- Q: Are there topics related to Belgian cuisine in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses Belgian cuisine, including iconic dishes like mussels served with fries.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: '100 Belgian Icons' is sold in new condition.