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In this Gaslight Mystery from the national best-selling author of Murder in Murray Hill, midwife Sarah Brandt and Detective Sergeant Frank Malloy investigate foul play in the secretive high-society world of 19th-century New York City....

Rosie hat den Alltagstrott in England satt. Um endlich ihrer wahren Leidenschaft nachgehen zu können, zieht sie kurzerhand nach Amsterdam, wo sie auf dem ›Bloemenmarkt‹ einen Stand eröffnet. Der schwimmende Blumenmarkt in den pittoresken Grachten erobert sofort ihr Herz – genau wie ihr Hausboot-Nachbar Max. Doch bei dem in sich gekehrten Künstler stößt sie mit ihrer umtriebigen Art zunächst auf Widerstand. Bis nach und nach etwas zwischen ihnen zu wachsen beginnt – zart und voller Möglichkeiten.

When Ben Coates injures his leg and needs to rebuild his strength by walking, he finds himself presented with an exciting opportunity: to rediscover the city he has been working in for over a decade, at a slower pace. He devises ten walks, each demonstrating a different chapter of Amsterdam's history, from its humble beginnings in the early 1200s as a small fishing community through two Golden Ages, fueled by the growth of the Dutch colonial empire, two world wars, and countless reinventions.

En infernalsk historie om venskaber og magtkampe - moral og anstændighed. Om kvinden Molly, der dør, og de fire (!) mænd hun efterlader; ægtemanden George og tre elskere, hvoraf de to forenes i fælles afsky for den tredje. Historien ender i Amsterdam, og slutningen kommer unægtelig bag på de efterladte mænd.

En kold dag i februar mødes de to gamle venner Clive og Vernon uden for et krematorium for at tage afsked med Molly Lane. Clive, der er Storbritanniens mest succesfulde moderne komponist, og Vernon, der er chefredaktør for en af landets største aviser, har begge været Mollys elskere. Det samme har Julian, Storbritanniens udenrigsminister og premiereminister in spe, som også er mødt op til begravelsen, der afholdes af Mollys efterladte ægtemand George.

Audio Guide Amsterdam | Walking Tour Through the Heart of the City Welcome to the "Audio Guide Amsterdam | Walking Tour Through the Heart of the City," your essential companion for discovering the rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic sights of Amsterdam in a single tour. Whether it's your first time in this charming city or you're a seasoned visitor, this expertly curated guide will take you on a seamless journey through some of Amsterdam’s most notable landmarks and hidden gems. Starting at the lush Vondelpark and ending in the picturesque Jordaan neighborhood, you'll explore the best ...

Despite their best efforts, Melody and Rat found themselves powerless to prevent the crisis in Morocco from spiraling out of control, threatening to ignite the powder keg of tensions between Germany, France, and Britain. With the specter of war looming, Britain is determined to expand its influence across Europe. After the Agadir Crisis, the preservation of Dutch neutrality, crucial for Britain’s access to Dutch ports, becomes an even more pressing concern.

Bringing major historical events to a 5 minute history podcast. Discovering how cities were formed, how battles were fought and how the consequences of the past can shape the future. In New Amsterdam we will explore the history of our world and discover the key events that have shaped the modern globe.

Quattro uomini si ritrovano al funerale della donna che hanno amato. Sono avidi e pieni di rancore, e a partire da quell'evento saranno messi di fronte a scelte etiche fondamentali, che riveleranno la loro spietata natura. È lecito distruggere un uomo politico, sia pure spregevole e privo di scrupoli, attaccandolo sui segreti piú intimi della vita privata? E un grande artista, per assecondare la propria ispirazione, è autorizzato a ignorare una persona che sta rischiando la vita?

Molly Lane ha muerto a los cuarenta y seis años de edad. Era una mujer muy libre, muy seductora, y en su entierro se encuentran presentes los cuatro hombres más importantes de su vida: Clive Linley, músico famoso; Vernon Halliday, periodista y director de uno de los grandes periódicos del país; George Lane, su poderoso y multimillonario marido, y Julian Garmony, un notorio político de derechas, actual ministro de Asuntos Exteriores y candidato a primer ministro.

Im Haus des Antiquitätenhändlers Thören Rosqvana hoffte Dorian Hunter den goldenen Drudenfuß zu finden – das einzige Mittel gegen den Dämonendrilling. Doch der Fund erwies sich buchstäblich als Illusion, und im Kampf gegen den Vampir starb Dorians väterlicher Freund Norbert Helnwein. Rosqvanas Kopf wurde vom Körper getrennt und lebt eigenständig weiter. Dorian kann ihn nicht töten, denn Rosqvana ist der Einzige, der weiß, wo sich der echte Drudenfuß befindet und die Reise nach Amsterdam beginnt.

Si vous avez eu le luxe de grandir à l’époque Disney Channel, vous connaissez forcément la série emblématique et un tantinet sous-cotée, Good Luck Charlie. A l’instar de Teddy, le AMSTERDAM podcast s’introduit comme une capsule temporelle remplis de conseils basée sur mes nombreux déboires amicaux et amoureux pour survivre à cette vie assez folle. À vos stylos, mes stars ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Deze podcast-reeks gaat over dagboeken van Amsterdamse vrouwen, van de 19e eeuw tot nu. Hoe zag hun dagelijks leven eruit en hoe beleefden ze de stad? Marleen Rensen, cultuurhistorica aan de Universiteit van Amsterdam, gaat daarover in gesprek met verschillende onderzoekers. Elk van de vijf afleveringen gaat over het dagboek van één vrouw en bespreekt haar leven in Amsterdam, zoals zij het beschreef. Zo komt vooral de kracht van deze vrouwen naar voren, die hun plek zochten en vonden, overeind bleven bij tegenslag en veerkracht toonden. De gesprekken gaan ook in op de vraag wat het dagboek ...

After the fall of Mages in this World of Darkness, newly Awakened have converged and rebuilt in New York City. Follow four Mages as they make their way through secret societies and bring a resurgence to magical society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Overal in Amsterdam vind je kunst. Op straten en pleinen, in parken, aan gevels, op het water. Al deze kunstwerken maken van Amsterdam één groot openluchtmuseum. Begin vorige eeuw ontstond in de stad een traditie om kunstwerken te plaatsen in de openbare ruimte, voor iedereen zichtbaar. Vaak had een kunstwerk een duidelijk doel, bijvoorbeeld als oorlogsmonument of als ode aan een belangrijke stadsbewoner. Later ontstond ook meer artistieke vrijheid en ruimte voor autonome kunst. Kunst kan ontroeren, verbazen, herinneringen opwekken, de stad verfraaien. En soms schuren kunstwerken ook. Dat...

When Rosie Harper leaves behind her ordinary life in England to open a flower shop on Amsterdam’s water, she expects nothing less than a fairytale. But the city’s canals have their own currents, bringing far more than she bargained for. Max, her handsome but brooding artist neighbour, prefers to keep the world at arm’s length – and living on a nearby houseboat, he’s not too thrilled about the new company. As Rosie’s business blossoms, so do her feelings for Max, who’s stuck in his past.

Amsterdam, at the turn of the 18th century. For as long as she can remember, Dorothea Graff has lived in service to her mother, Maria Sibyilla Merian, one of the greatest naturalists in Europe. But as she collects insects and colours illustrations for Maria's world-famous publications, Dorothea longs for a life that is truly her own. When Maria becomes entranced by the plant and insect life of Suriname, she is determined to record it for herself, taking Dorothea with her. All the family's savings are ploughed into the dangerous expedition, but greatness is never achieved without sacrifice.

It is December; Christmas is approaching and the magic of one of Europe’s most beautiful cities beckons. A father looks for himself in the past, struggling to deal with a recent divorce, his teenage son in tow. A single, selfless mother accompanies her only daughter and friends for a weekend-long bachelorette party. And a husband treats his wife to a birthday weekend away, somehow heightening her anxieties and insecurities about age, desire, and motherhood.

Purely Amsterdam is the floating podcast on the city's iconic canals. Each episode brings open and inspiring conversations with the people and voices who shape Amsterdam's spirit - from historians and artists to local entrepreneurs and local changemakers. Hosted aboard boutique boats from Pure Boats, the podcast blends history, culture and personal stories with the magic of being on the water. Whether it's hidden landmarks, untold stories, or the city's creative heartbeat, Purely Amsterdam reveals the layers that make this city unlike any other.

Real conversations with real founders. Hosted by Marcel Wijermars, this podcast dives into the real, raw and unfiltered stories behind early-stage startups and seasoned entrepreneurs and the people building them. From tough pivots to big wins, if you're a founder looking for clarity, connection, and honest insight, you're in the right place.