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The best books on the history of Belgium

recommended by Francis Baert

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    The Burgundian Netherlands
    by Walter Prevenier

  • 2

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    Congo: The Epic History of a People
    by David Van Reybrouck

  • 3

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    Political History of Belgium: From 1830 Onwards
    by Els Witte

  • 4

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    Gabrielle Petit: The Death and Life of a Female Spy in the First World War
    by Sophie De Schaepdrijver

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    The Democratic Socialism of Emile Vandervelde: Between Reform and Revolution
    by Default Author

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