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The Amazon conflict

How has the US online retailer Amazon impacted not only the book, but also the way we read?

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How has the US online retailer Amazon impacted not only the book, but also the way we read?

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John von Düffel, Copyright: picture alliance / Sven Simon

John von Düffel, Copyright: picture alliance / Sven Simon

Writers vs. Amazon

A German author tells DW why he's protesting against Amazon - and what readers can do.

Amazon distribution center in Poland

Amazon distribution center in Poland

Amazon in Poland

As Amazon employees in Germany go on strike, the company has opened three new logistics centers in Poland. They will largely serve the German market, as Amazon does not have e-commerce operations in Poland.

Google and Amazon logos

Google and Amazon logos

Amazon vs. Google

It's not quite Bayern Munich versus Dortmund yet, but the rivalry between online retailer Amazon and search engine Google could change the way we store information, shop and play. But which company will dominate?

E-readers (Photo: Frank Rumpenhorst/dpa)

E-readers (Photo: Frank Rumpenhorst/dpa)

Amazon brought to book?

German book publishers have accused US Internet retail giant Amazon of violating domestic competition rules. They have requested antitrust authorities to investigate and take punitive action, if required.