Het Geheim Van Paleis Kneuterdijk: de Wekelijkse Gesprekken Van Koning Willem II Met Zijn Minister J.C. Baud Over Het Koloniale Beleid En de ... Het Koninklijk Instituut Voor Taal-, Land)

Wouter Hugenholtz delves into the intricate relationship between King Willem II and his longest-serving minister, J.C. Baud, during a pivotal era in Dutch history. The book illuminates their weekly discussions, offering a unique glimpse into the complexities of colonial policy and governance in the mid-19th century.

Hugenholtz meticulously explores the challenges and decisions faced by Baud, revealing how these interactions shaped the direction of the Dutch empire. Each chapter provides insights into the political climate and aspirations of both men, painting a vivid picture of an influential period marked by ambition and controversy.