Met bedaar­den ijver

The booklet "Met sedate dij" (With Bedarden Zeal) is a publication commemorating the retirement of city archivist A.J. Busch in 1997. It describes his nearly thirty years of dedication to the Gorinchem City Archives and his significant contribution to the preservation and accessibility of local history. Busch significantly expanded the archive, published numerous articles and books about Gorinchem, and was active in various cultural-historical organizations. The book contains articles on the history of the archive, Busch's work, and a bibliography of his publications, emphasizing his important role in Gorinchem's heritage.