Amsterdam Stories

Author: Nescio
Publisher: New York Review of Books
ISBN: 1590175077
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 177

Book Description
No one has written more feelingly and more beautifully than Nescio about the madness and sadness, courage and vulnerability of youth: its big plans and vague longings, not to mention the binges, crashes, and marathon walks and talks. No one, for that matter, has written with such pristine clarity about the radiating canals of Amsterdam and the cloud-swept landscape of the Netherlands. Who was Nescio? Nescio—Latin for “I don’t know”—was the pen name of J.H.F. Grönloh, the highly successful director of the Holland–Bombay Trading Company and a father of four—someone who knew more than enough about respectable maturity. Only in his spare time and under the cover of a pseudonym, as if commemorating a lost self, did he let himself go, producing over the course of his lifetime a handful of utterly original stories that contain some of the most luminous pages in modern literature. This is the first English translation of Nescio’s stories.

Amsterdam

Author: Russell Shorto
Publisher: Vintage
ISBN: 0385534582
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 378

Book Description
An endlessly entertaining portrait of the city of Amsterdam and the ideas that make it unique, by the author of the acclaimed Island at the Center of the World Tourists know Amsterdam as a picturesque city of low-slung brick houses lining tidy canals; student travelers know it for its legal brothels and hash bars; art lovers know it for Rembrandt's glorious portraits. But the deeper history of Amsterdam, what makes it one of the most fascinating places on earth, is bound up in its unique geography-the constant battle of its citizens to keep the sea at bay and the democratic philosophy that this enduring struggle fostered. Amsterdam is the font of liberalism, in both its senses. Tolerance for free thinking and free love make it a place where, in the words of one of its mayors, "craziness is a value." But the city also fostered the deeper meaning of liberalism, one that profoundly influenced America: political and economic freedom. Amsterdam was home not only to religious dissidents and radical thinkers but to the world's first great global corporation. In this effortlessly erudite account, Russell Shorto traces the idiosyncratic evolution of Amsterdam, showing how such disparate elements as herring anatomy, naked Anabaptists parading through the streets, and an intimate gathering in a sixteenth-century wine-tasting room had a profound effect on Dutch-and world-history. Weaving in his own experiences of his adopted home, Shorto provides an ever-surprising, intellectually engaging story of Amsterdam.

KeeKee's Big Adventures in London, England

Author: Shannon Jones
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780999066195
Category : Calico cats
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
"Travel lovers buckle up and get ready to explore in KeeKee's Big Adventures in London, the 5th picture book in the award-winning KeeKee's Big Adventures series. Join KeeKee, the globe-trotting calico kitty, on her latest brilliant adventures in London. Along with her friend Willamb Sheepspeare, she'll whisk readers through the majesty of England's capital city—from Big Ben to Buckingham Palace to a proper English tea. (Pass the scones, please!) Explorers big and small will have a jolly good time trying out fun British expressions, peeking into royal culture, and navigating London's beautiful streets on a double-decker bus. In the back of this brightly illustrated book, you'll find a kid-friendly guide map of London, a glossary of British terms, and more details on KeeKee's favorite places. It's the perfect getaway for kids and families who love travel, adventure and exploring the world around them. Keep your eyes peeled for KeeKee's colorful hot air balloon."--

DK Eyewitness Top 10 Amsterdam

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465480447
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Amsterdam will lead you straight to the very best Amsterdam has to offer. Whether you're looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights or want to find the best nightspots, this guide is the perfect companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists, from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals. There's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided by area with restaurant reviews for each, as well as recommendations for hotels, bars, and places to shop. You'll find the insider knowledge you need to explore every corner with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Amsterdam.

The Amsterdam City Guide

Author: Anne de Buck
Publisher: Lannoo Publishers
ISBN: 9789089896964
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"Yourlittleblackbook.me is the go-to website for food lovers and anyone who delights in discovering unique spots. Lifestyle and travel blogger Anne de Buck created the blog in 2012 as a way to share her personal tips about Amsterdam. Though she now travels the world writing city guides, Amsterdam remains her most beloved city. Anne inspires thousands of her followers each day to discover the nicest hotspots. In The Amsterdam City Guide she shares her favourite addresses off the beaten track. These include the best coffee bars, concept stores and restaurants, and a bucket list of fun things to do."--Page 4 of cover.

Asia in Amsterdam

Author: Rijksmuseum (Netherlands)
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300212879
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 357

Book Description
Discusses the Asian luxury goods that were imported into the Netherlands during the 17th century and demonstrates the overwhelming impact these works of art had on Dutch life and art during the Golden Age

In the City of Bikes

Author: Pete Jordan
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062100645
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 446

Book Description
Pete Jordan, author of the wildly popular Dishwasher: One Man’s Quest to Wash Dishes in All Fifty States, is back with a memoir that tells the story of his love affair with Amsterdam, the city of bikes, all the while unfolding an unknown history of the city's cycling, from the craze of the 1890s, through the Nazi occupation, to the bike-centric culture adored by the world today Pete never planned to stay long in Amsterdam, just a semester. But he quickly falls in love with the city and soon his wife, Amy Joy, joins him. Together they explore every inch of their new home on two wheels, their rides a respite from the struggles that come with starting a new life in a new country. Weaving together personal anecdotes and details of the role that cycling has played throughout Dutch history, Pete Jordan’s In the City of Bikes: The Story of the Amsterdam Cyclist is a poignant and entertaining read.

Quiet Amsterdam

Author: Siobhan Wall
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
ISBN: 9780711233423
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Amsterdam is renowned for its beautiful gabled canal houses and is perfect for sightseeing by bicycle. But it can be daunting to find yourself in a long queue to see the artworks in world-famous museums. Aware of the city's hidden secrets, Amsterdam-based writer Siobhan Wall invites readers to seek out more than one hundred idyllic and rarely-seen places. Quiet Amsterdam tells you where to find small shops and intriguing galleries, as well as restaurants and bars which don't play music. It encourages both visitors and locals to wander away from the crowds for peaceful walks in little-known woods and gardens. A perfect book for anyone who wants to discover serene and restful spaces amid the hustle and bustle of this fascinating city.

The Miracle of Amsterdam

Author: Charles Caspers
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780268105655
Category : Miracles
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Caspers and Margry present a cultural biography of the Amsterdam Eucharistic Miracle that led to the rise of Amsterdam as a city and religious contention during the Reformation.

Amsterdam Travel Guide 2024

Author: T Turner
Publisher: T Turner
ISBN: 1516304853
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 139

Book Description
The Amsterdam Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing Dutch culture and exploring the beauty of Amsterdam. Also includes a Dutch phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths.