Dutch Townplanning Overseas during VOC and WIC Rule (1600-1800)

Oers, R. van: Walburgpers Zutphen, softcover 215 pages, illustrated. A comprehensive overview of Dutch-founded settlements overseas, detailing their origins, design, and development during the era of Dutch East India Company (VOC) and Dutch West India Company (WIC) rule. The book offers insights into the planning and building processes of these colonial settlements, examining various typologies and ultimately outlining the characteristics of Dutch colonial town planning across locations such as Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Surinam, Brazil, Curaçao, Guyana, and South Africa ISBN 9789057301049 New