Publisher's Synopsis
Drenthe is one of the 12 Dutch provinces. Situated at the German border in the northeast, this part of The Netherlands is well-known for its beautiful landscapes with purple heather in late summer and green woods in spring. There are no big cities in this province; it has always been a rural area. In earlier times, many worked in the fen communities and on the small farms. Hunting small game like pheasant, partridge and black grouse was popular. The catch of the day was a welcome addition in large poor families where many children had to be fed. This is where one of the eight Dutch national dog breeds was developed.
