The Internet editor for the Netherlands Programme Service has compiled annotated entries on primarily English-language works dealing with Amsterdam's history, geography, economy, politics, demographics, and sociocultural aspects of daily living (e.g., customs, education, literature, the media, religion--including Jewish life, and sports). Includes a map of this "cosmopolitan village" and useful addresses. Indexed by author, title, and subject. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR