Netherland. Following the success of The Dream of Europe, Geert Mak continues his story at the dawn of the new millennium. Based on interviews and encounters, he examines both the great movements of history and the lives of the citizens who have had to suffer the consequences, highlighting what binds us together, but also what divides us as Europeans. This highly topical essay invites us to revisit the events that have marked the beginning of the 21st century, from the tragedy of 9/11 to Russia's armed aggression against Ukraine. The Dreams of a European in the 21st Century offers a powerful panorama of the last two decades.