"A Tour Through Holland" by Sir John Carr is a 19th-century travel journey, that vividly captures the author's travels across Holland during the Napoleonic Wars. The book explores the beauty of Dutch culture, architecture, and the wide effects of war. Carr begins his adventure disguised as an American to dodge conflict-related biases. His journey begins with a trip on a Dutch boat to Rotterdam, where experiences cramped conditions, and encounters cultural observations. Throughout his travels, Carr shares stories about the Dutch people, highlighting their focus to cleanliness and unique habits, while providing light on the historical context which blends together history and personal reflection.

A tour through Holland : $b along the right and left banks of the Rhine, to the south of Germany, in the summer and autumn of 1806
By John Carr
Embark on a journey through the Netherlands as a disguised traveler navigates cultural quirks and wartime realities, revealing a society caught between tradition and transformation.
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2023-07-23
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Sir John Carr (1772–1832) was an English barrister and (travel) writer.
Sir John Carr (1772–1832) was an English barrister and (travel) writer.
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