Run by the city printer, this is the best source of books about Amsterdam's history, urban development, ecology and politics. Most titles are in Dutch (if you don't read it, you can always look at the pictures), but you will find some in English. It's in the Stadsarchief archives building.
Stadsboekwinkel
Southern Canal Ring
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