Peeps at Many Lands: Belgium

"Peeps at Many Lands: Belgium" by George W. T. Omond is a journey through early 20th-century Belgium, revealing its landscapes, traditions, and people. The author begins with Belgium’s coasts, brimming with families and beachgoers in the summer, but faces a harsh winter. The book reveals the methods used to keep back the sea with the "digues de mer". As the journey continues beyond this initial view, the author shows the cities and the countryside. Readers gain insight into the unique charm of Belgium, witnessing the details that make Belgian life special.