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Bert Lamers SS Australis
The ss 'Australis' was a well known ocean liner which entered service in 1940 as the ss 'America' for the United States Lines. The ship was sold to the Greek Chandris Lines in 1964 and served until 1977 very succesfully on the route Western-Europe-Australia-New Zealand. Later the route became a full round-the-world-service. After her Australian period the liner sailed under the names of 'America' (for the third time), 'Italis', 'Noga', 'Alferdoss' and finally 'American Star'. In this volume of Liners...
Engels | 52 pagina's (ePub2, 43 MB) | Lanasta, Amsterdam | 2024
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Discovering the Dutch
On Culture and Society of the Netherlands. Third, revised edition
What do you need to know about the Netherlands? The third edition of Discovering the Dutch explores the urgent question of Dutch identity through a rich tapestry of themes that span culture, history, geography, and society. From the legendary William of Orange to today’s populist movements, from sea power to innovative water management, from pillarization to postcolonial diversity, and from the timeless paintings of Rembrandt to the vibrant pulse of contemporary literature, this volume unveils the...
Engels | 416 pagina's (ePub2) | Amsterdam University Press, Amsterdam | 2024
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Rosa Swann | Wolf Specter The Baby Pact
Of course, the one time you break your own strict 'no private parties' rule for two hot men, you realise they're your fated mates after you've already bonded. Gail, a full-blood dragon Omega, has been hiding from other shifters for over half a decade, determined to choose his own path in life, even if that means working two jobs. During the day, he works at a bookstore and, in the evenings, he's an exotic dancer. Everything is going fine, until two men start showing up at the club, their gaze on...
Engels | 310 pagina's (ePub3, 0,5 MB) | Easily Distracted Media, Groningen | 2024
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Jantinus Mulder S-class destroyer Piet Hein ex HMS Serapis
Ordered by the Royal Navy in 1941, the destroyers of the 5th Emergency Flotilla became known as S-class and served as fleet and convoy escorts in World War II. In the last months of the war, three were transferred to the Royal Netherlands Navy for service in the Far East. HMS Serapis was renamed HNLMS Piet Hein and served in the Indonesian War of Independence and saw action in the Korean War. She was sold for scrap in 1962. Bron: Flaptekst, uitgeversinformatie
Engels | 52 pagina's (ePub2, 22 MB) | Lanasta, Amsterdam | 2024
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Bert Lamers America
The s.s. 'America' was an ocean liner which entered service in 1940 for the United States Lines. She was designed by the famous naval architect William Francis Gibbs. In the 54 years between her introduction and her wrecking in 1994, she had eight different owners (of which one twice) and sailed under the names of 'America' (carrying this name three different times), 'West Point', 'Australis', 'Italis', 'Noga', 'Alferdoss' and 'American Star'. She served most in passenger service as s.s. 'America'...
Engels | 52 pagina's (ePub2, 29 MB) | Amsterdam University Press, Amsterdam | 2024
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The Dutch Sherlock
Forty Years of Detective Work by the Famous Dutch Forensic Pioneer Co van Ledden Hulsebosch
In the beginning of the 20th century, inspired by the Sherlock Holmes novels of Arthur Conan Doyle, scientists began to make their appearance at the crime scene. It was quickly discovered that studying the ‘silent witnesses’, crime-related physical evidence and traces, could provide a wealth of information. In many countries pioneers started to shape this new science area by formulating key principles and introducing novel methods and instrumentation. In the Netherlands, Co van Ledden Hulsebosch...
Engels | 368 pagina's (ePub2) | Amsterdam University Press, Amsterdam | 2024
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Arne Zuidhoek Normandie
Her novel design and lavish interiors led many to consider her the greatest of ocean liners. Despite this, Normandie was not a commercial success. During service the flagship of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, made 139 westbound transatlantic crossings and held the Blue Riband for the fastest transatlantic crossing at several points during her service career. Bron: Flaptekst, uitgeversinformatie
Engels | 48 pagina's (ePub2, 36 MB) | Lanasta, Amsterdam | 2024
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Edwin Hoogschagen Fokker C.11w
The sturdy Fokker C.XIw was designed and built for service in the Royal Netherlands Navy. Development started in early 1934. The biplane scout was the first Dutch aircraft which could be catapult launched. At that time, a new flagship for the Netherlands East Indies Squadron was under construction and would receive a Heinkel K 8 catapult. Fifteen aircraft were ordered and served as long-range reconnaissance for the fleet from 1936 to 1942. It was mainly operated in the Netherlands Indies and stationed...
Engels | 56 pagina's (ePub2, 19 MB) | Lanasta, Amsterdam | 2024
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Jasper Heijboer The Cryptohandbook
A clear explanation of the crypto world and blockchain technology for beginners
Are you intrigued by the phenomenon 'crypto' but unsure where to start researching? Look no further than this book as your entry point into the world of crypto and blockchain. It provides a clear and concise overview of the entire crypto market along with essential insights into the innovative blockchain technology that is the driver between crypto. There exists a significant knowledge gap regarding Bitcoin, Altcoins, and blockchain technology among the general population, ranging from production...
Engels | 174 pagina's (ePub3, 10 MB) | Aspekt Publishers, Soesterberg | 2024
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Filip Debelva | Niels Bammens Principles of taxation
Taxation is a fundamental aspect of modern societies, and an essential instrument to fund government expenditures. Without taxes, governments would be unable to provide public services relating to healthcare, education, infrastructure or social welfare. Because of their importance, taxes permeate every aspect of society. Businesses are faced with tax consequences when selling goods or providing services, when paying salaries, when expanding into a new market, etc. But the decisions of individuals...
Engels | 300 pagina's (ePub2, 4,9 MB) | Owl Press Legal, Gent | 2024
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Charlotte de Winter The Keykeeper
Finlay Reid, a 33-year-old Scottish homicide detective, unexpectedly acquires the 'gift' to access someone's thoughts and memories. An ability meant to help a Halfway, a deceased person still wandering the earth, move on. When he is given the investigation into the brutal murder of an English scientist he stubbornly ignores this unwelcome gift as much as he can. The scientist's wife, Robyn Ashton, is his main suspect but their first meeting turns out very differently than he expected. During the...
Engels | 176 pagina's (ePub2, 0,5 MB) | Zilverbron, Naaldwijk | 2024
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Rick Hayes | Philip Wallage | Peter Eimers Principles of International Auditing and Assurance
This groundbreaking textbook redefines auditing education by seamlessly incorporating International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and other IAASB assurance standards at its core, establishing a new paradigm in how auditing principles are taught. Recognized worldwide as the hallmark of auditing excellence, ISAs set the highest benchmarks for audit quality. This latest edition meticulously unfolds the evolution, application, and global integration of ISAs, alongside other assurance standards and key...
Engels | 704 pagina's (ePub2, 17 MB) | Amsterdam University Press, Amsterdam | 2024
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Sophia Molen Violet Syrup
In pursuit of color, fire, and the unknown. Ophelia abandons her home in Amsterdam and embarks on a journey of self-discovery that takes her across the globe. Led by strange connections and coincidences, she sets out on a solo trip to Lanzarote, travels to Arizona and California, and finally settles on the island of Bali, where she grapples with heartbreak and rebels against life. Ophelia senses that life could easily flip upside down. Where is the edge of it? How far is she allowed to go? ...
Engels | 300 pagina's (ePub2, 1,7 MB) | Paris Books, Bodegraven | 2024
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Paul Van Den Bosch Lead like a coach (English edition)
7 top sports principles for leaders
In this inspiring book, top sports coach Paul Van Den Bosch introduces you to the fascinating world of coaching. Thanks to his years of experience working with European and world champions, he is able to demonstrate why the principles of sports coaching are just as valuable and effective for anyone in a leadership position. Discover a unique perspective and in-depth insights into how to achieve top performance. What are the crucial factors that determine (sports) performance? And how can those factors...
Engels | 192 pagina's (ePub2, 2,1 MB) | Pelckmans uitgevers, Leuven | 2024
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Michael Van Peel Nordkapp Stories - Engelse editie (e-book)
The North Cape is little more than a car park and a gift shop at a misty end of the European continent. Yet it has been a magnet for travellers and oddballs for centuries. When I reached it myself on my trusty old Vespa one endless summer, I was struck by the atmosphere on that last stretch of road. Little expeditions from all over the world seemed to come together. Weekend warriors, world travellers and asphalt munchers, together en route to the finish line. They had left weeks or months ago, from...
Engels | 160 pagina's (ePub2, 111 MB) | Pelckmans uitgevers, Leuven | 2024
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Dieter Penninckx The Man in the Arena
About entrepreneurship: wanting to win, being able to lose, and starting over again
The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; () who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so reads a famous speech by Theodore Roosevelt. With those words in mind, Dieter...
Engels | 256 pagina's (ePub2, 2,3 MB) | Pelckmans uitgevers, Leuven | 2024
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Alexander De Croo Why the Best is Yet to Come
A pandemic, a war in Europe and a climate that is getting warmer and warmer; in recent years, Alexander De Croo has had little option but to be a crisis prime minister. Even so, he is more convinced than ever that tomorrow will be better than today. Why the best is yet to come radically challenges the doom-laden thinking, nationalist tendencies and destructive negativism that characterise so much of modern politics. Our country is bursting with talent. If we give our people freedom, confidence and...
Engels | 256 pagina's (ePub2, 2,3 MB) | Pelckmans uitgevers, Leuven | 2024
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Yasmine Van Den Meersch | Jonas De Backer 9789463833998
Rebels are raiding the land. Mother Nature has started to Wither. The Season Trials have begun. Ayla was never meant to partake in the Trials, but after the death of her sister, she is now heir of the Summer Kingdom. She will have to battle the three other heirs to see who will become the next Ruler of the Realm, while still dealing with her own demons. Valdemar, Prince of Winter, has a heart of ice. His sole purpose is to become the new Mother Nature, for which he’s been training his entire life....
Engels | 368 pagina's (ePub2, 2,7 MB) | Pelckmans uitgevers, Leuven | 2024
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Aa Milne | Joseph Jacobs | Mister Aesop | Charles Perrault | Rudyard Kipling Best Classic Fairy Tales for Kids 2
Fairy Tale Favorites: A Collection of Classic Stories for Kids Step into a world of enchantment and wonder with this delightful collection of timeless fairy tales! Perfect for children of all ages, this e-book brings together some of the most beloved stories ever told: Winnie The Pooh: Join Winnie the Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood for heartwarming adventures and timeless lessons in friendship. The Three Little Pigs: Follow the tale of three little pigs and their quest to build the...
Engels | ePub3, 1,6 MB | Abel Studios, Amsterdam | 2024
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Abel Studios Sergio the Snail, eco- agent
You've heard of secret agents and superheroes, but have you ever heard of the day being saved by a snail? When there's trouble in the animal kingdom, Sergio (and his friends Wormy and Hawkeye) always find a way to fix things. It's all thanks to Sergio's super snail powers. He can climb walls, breathe underwater thanks to his shell, uses his snail slime to put out fires! Sergio is one epic snail! Bron: Flaptekst, uitgeversinformatie
Engels | ePub3, 2,3 MB | Abel Studios, Amsterdam | 2024
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