| pelita.nl | Stichting Pelita | On July 24, 2024, Stichting Pelita, in collaboration with KOO, is organizing a workshop where participants will create Melati flowers for wreaths that will be laid at remembrance ceremonies in The Hague and Arnhem. The ‘Sioh Mama’ project collects the life stories of ten women born in Dutch East Indies through interviews, photographs, and audio recordings, supported by ARQ Knowledge Centre War, Persecution and Violence. On August 2, 2024, Stichting Pelita is organizing a workshop in Museum Sophiahof in The Hague, based on the ‘Sioh Mama’ life stories, led by artists and performers. | World War II → Dutch East Indies 67 | life story 176 photographs 254 museum 2002 artist 5745 workshop 19325 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |
| yolandaentius.nl | N/A | The website describes the book ‘Om en nabij’, in which Entius documents a journey through various gardens and houses, including a dilapidated farmhouse in the Haute-Marne. The book tells of the hybrid boundaries of the location, bordered by water, forest, and a path, and describes the transition between culture and nature. Entius also describes her experiences in various houses, including a house in Amsterdam and lodging with strangers during long walks, and offers a biography and CV. | Fiction → Novel 411 | narrative 119 farmhouse 878 history 7286 house 8121 book 11396 garden 13129 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| judithfanto.nl | Fanto | Judith Fanto, born as Geertje Judith van den Heuvel in 1969, is a lawyer, journalist, and writer who publishes her literary work under the name Fanto. Her novel ‘Viktor’, based on the history of her Viennese Jewish family, won the Hebban Literary Prize for the best Dutch debut in 2020 and was nominated for the Bookstores Prize in 2021. Her second novel, ‘Narcis’, will be released on February 25, 2025, and is based on the experiences of the Rosenbaum family. | Literature → Dutch Literature 292 | judaism 58 novel 440 award 642 family 6462 | Leidschendam-Voorburg → Voorburg 1234 |
| snip-fan.nl | Snipfan.nl | The website focuses on the diverse events in the airmail history, including romantic, heroic, and tragic moments. The name ‘Snipfan’ refers to the aircraft De Snip, whose transatlantic crossing marked the start for KLM West-Indisch Bedrijf, but was overshadowed by the accident of the Uiver. The site covers various flights, including the first flight to Dutch East Indies in 1924, the record flight to Melbourne in 1934 and military airmail during World War II. | Air Services → Aviation 444 | dutch east indies 27 flight 864 | |
| jackyghijsen.nl | Jacky Ghijsen | Jacky Ghijsen is an artist specializing in the painting of women's faces with a special message. Her work is characterized by an idiosyncratic style and often the subtle obscuring of elements, such as the absence of an eye. The artist also shares her autobiography ‘Verbloemen,’ describing her personal experiences and philosophy of life, with a focus on following one’s passions. | Painting → Contemporary Painting 452 | autobiography 50 symbolism 97 face 368 paintings 3907 | |
| hetboekvandennis.nl | Geen producten gevonden | The book is scheduled to be released on April 2, 2024, and is available in a luxury edition with a hardcover and color photographs. The luxury edition is exclusively available through this website due to a limited print run, making it the only opportunity to obtain a copy. The website also provides information about the book presentation and includes general terms and conditions, cookie policy, return policy, and privacy policy. | Books → Bookstores 583 | edition 157 photographs 254 luxury 375 order 6912 book 11396 | |
| stefanvandierendonck.nl | Stefan van Dierendonck | The website offers a biography of Stefan van Dierendonck, detailing his childhood in Gemert and Budel, his studies in Den Bosch, Rome, and Nijmegen, and his early life passion for a spiritual story. A quote from Émile Deschamps is presented and analyzed, explaining its meaning within the context of French poetry in the 1920s. The website offers a newsletter to keep visitors informed about Stefan van Dierendonck's activities. | Literature → Literary History 19 | biography 697 language 2016 newsletter 6504 | Cranendonck → Budel 385 |
| jaapbroersma.nl | Jaap Broersma | Jaap Broersma describes his diverse career, from diplomat to development worker, and his later decision to dedicate himself fully to painting. He studies philosophy at the University of Amsterdam and finds painting and philosophy inextricably linked. Since 2012, he has maintained a blog sharing his daily experiences and thoughts, often with a focus on Amsterdam, its people, and philosophical influences. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | philosophy 570 paint 8747 blog 13392 | Gelderland → Zutphen 2690 |
| nextcompany.nl | Uitgeverij NEXT | The website features a diverse selection of books, including titles on Ki energy, meditations, and personal growth, such as 'Ki Survive in a Stressful World' and 'University of Life - Manifesting'. Furthermore, Uitgeverij NEXT offers workshops and online courses, such as 'Ki Workshops' and 'Online Ki Course', aimed at utilizing Ki energy for personal growth and overcoming stress. A recently added title is 'The Hidden Narcissist', a book that tells the story of a woman entangled in a narcissistic relationship, and which explains the complex dynamics of hidden narcissism. | Non-Fiction → Memoirs 35 Stories → Travel Writing 31 | ki 21 narcissism 48 book 11396 course 14728 workshop 19325 | |
| joostalleinrichir.nl | Boekscout | The book 'Onderweg naar Huis' describes the impact of the father's war trauma and the author's life story. The book's publication led to the creation of this website, offering details about the book and the author's experiences. The website includes a section called 'Piekerans' where the author shares insights and information about Indische experiences and facts, accessible also on Facebook and LinkedIn. | World War II → Dutch East Indies 67 | father 94 publisher 757 trauma 2107 book 11396 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| annedelieve.nl | Anne de Lieve | The autobiography documents a 27-year relationship with a partner who eventually faced narcissism and deceit. Anne de Lieve describes her emotional struggles, fears, and insecurities stemming from the betrayal and abuse during this relationship. The text also reveals the discovery of a mental illness in her partner and Anne’s personal growth and resilience in overcoming this difficult period. | Humanistic Approaches → Relationships 1877 | betrayal 13 struggle 25 narcissism 48 autobiography 50 | |
| willstienen.nl | Will Stienen | Will Stienen describes in his autobiography his childhood, travels, and return to Maastricht. The text contains a fragment from the autobiography describing Stienen's decision to purchase a ticket to Dakar, Senegal, and his beginning of his journey. The website offers the possibility to view a preview copy of the autobiography. | Lifestyle → Travel 42912 | autobiography 50 flight 864 bag 2399 travel 7210 | Limburg → Maastricht 6008 |
| delendoornul.nl | Klokwerk-Design | The book is based on dialogues between the author and his deceased mother, exploring the lives and dying beds of his father. The author discusses the taboos surrounding death and advocates for self-chosen mortality, inspired by Plato. The website provides information about the various editions of the book (softcover, hardcover, ebook) and the biography of the author, Kees Alders. | Culture → Philosophy 2057 | father 94 death 356 philosophy 570 author 949 life 2673 book 11396 | |
| doorzingenleen.nl | BooK DOORZINGEN LEEN! | The book is based on Stappers’ experiences as a singer, vocal coach, and organizer of various cultural projects in Deventer, including the Nacht van Goud and Pluche in the Deventer Theater. The text describes the opera ‘Doorzingen Leen!’ as a reflection on music in relation to grief, loss, and tragedy, combining humor and mysticism. The book contains QR codes that allow readers to directly listen to the music related to each chapter, sung by her students, daughters, and Stappers herself. | Music → Opera 168 | opera 160 organizer 167 singer 860 trauma 2107 book 11396 music 13170 | Overijssel → Deventer 4751 |
| johannesveldhuis.nl | Johannes Veldhuis | The book is the result of years of research in family archives and documents. It recounts the story of Johannes Veldhuis, whose life and death were long kept secret, and describes the captivating history of his Friesian farming family. The work addresses Johannes's social decline and his attempts to reintegrate socially, as well as the life of his wife Grada Maria Krol after his death and their ancestors. | Personal Stories → Autobiography 222 | life story 176 illustration 2447 family 6462 history 7286 research 8967 book 11396 | |
| vwensen.nl | Johan van Wensen | The website offers an overview of Johan van Wensen's educational and work experience. Various private activities are presented via the ‘Projects’ section. The ‘Links’ section contains references to people and institutions that have influenced his life. | Social → Personal Blog 2718 | education 13471 | |