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10 years in the making

The most beautiful photo book of
the Netherlands

A large hardcover coffee table book by award-winning landscape photographer Albert Dros. Windmills, tulip fields, the coast, the aurora, all in an almost fairytale light.

From €65 · signed by Albert · 5,000+ copies sold · worldwide shipping

★★★★★ 100+ positive reviews
The Beauty of the Netherlands — book cover Signed edition
5,000+ sold 320 pages, hardcover Bilingual EN & NL Signed by Albert Dros Worldwide shipping
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A book with the wow-factor

It’s big. It’s heavy. It’s beautiful.

This coffee table book was designed to impress the moment you put your hands on it. Ten years of Albert Dros’ portfolio of the Netherlands, with spectacular sunrises, night skies, comets, thunderstorms and even the northern lights, combined with the classic Dutch landscape: windmills, old forests, the minimalist coast and the romantic countryside.

  • Pages320
  • Photographs242
  • Size27 × 36 cm
  • Weight2.8 kg
  • CoverHardcover
  • LanguagesEN & NL

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A country you think you know, like you’ve never seen it

Every chapter opens with a short introduction in both English and Dutch. These are a few of the moments waiting inside.

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The perfect gift

For anyone who loves the Netherlands

Whether you grew up here, fell in love with the country on a visit, or simply love beautiful pictures, this book belongs on the table. It’s the gift people keep, page through, and come back to.

Order before a birthday, the holidays, or just because, and have a signed copy shipped straight to your door.

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The book as a gift

Reviews

Loved by readers worldwide

A few of the messages readers sent after the book landed on their table.

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“It is easily my favourite photography book. And though pricey, it is more than worth every single penny.”

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david_oxtaby
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“Just finished looking at your book, Albert. Congratulations, it’s stunning. It must have been difficult to decide which photos to include in this masterpiece!”

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missmaddie57
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“Amazing book. I browse it often to feel inspired and a little bit of presence and peace.”

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wolfvond
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“This book is absolutely amazing.”

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herr.meisen
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“The book has arrived! The quality is really top notch! It gives me back the drive to go out and shoot more. Thanks!”

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lorisphotography
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“I received your book from my daughters as a birthday gift. A beautiful book with truly stunning photos, Albert! And so inspiring too!”

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Choose your edition

Every order is personally prepared, signed and shipped by Albert. Secure checkout via the official store (iDEAL, PayPal, credit card, Apple & Google Pay).

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Worldwide — Signed Special Edition

Personally prepared and shipped from Albert’s home gallery, anywhere in the world.

  • Signed hardcover copy
  • 21 × 29.7 cm fine-art print of “Blossom Mill”
  • Worldwide shipping
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Europe & The Netherlands

A signed copy sent directly to you within Europe, or pick it up at your local bookstore.

  • Signed hardcover copy
  • Fast shipping within Europe
  • Also available in bookstores & on Amazon
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Albert Dros

About the photographer

Albert Dros

Albert Dros is an award-winning Dutch landscape photographer. He travels the world to capture its most beautiful scenes, but keeps returning to the country he loves most, his homeland. “There is always something to explore and to photograph. It’s an obsession.”

His work has been created with some of the biggest brands in the industry, and he is a European Ambassador for Sony Imaging.

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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

How many photos are in the book? +
320 pages containing 242 photos in total (including the cover). Many of them are printed as full spreads.
What language is the book in? +
Both English and Dutch. Every chapter has an elegant introduction in both languages, and some special shots include a short text.
Where can it ship? +
Worldwide. You can order it directly here, signed by Albert. The book is also available on Amazon and in major bookstores.
Is there location info for the shots? +
Every chapter introduces its locations, and there is a register at the back with rough information on where shots were taken (no exact GPS coordinates).
How much post-processing is involved? +
Albert’s style involves processing of colour and contrast, but the moments are always real, from the aurora above the windmills to the tulip-field lightning. He is extremely persistent in getting the shot in the field.
What gear was used? +
All photos were taken with Sony Alpha gear, from the original Sony A7 to the A7R V, with a wide range of Sony lenses.

Prepare to be amazed

Bring the beauty of the Netherlands home

320 pages. 242 photographs. A decade of light, signed and shipped to your door.

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