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Berlin, 1933. William E. Dodd, a mild-mannered academic from Chicago, has, to his own and everyone else's surprise, become America's first ambassador to Hitler's Germany in a year that proves to be a turning point in history. Dodd and his family, most notably his vivacious daughter, Martha, observe at first-hand the many changes - some subtle, some disturbing, and some horrifically violent - that signal Hitler's consolidation of power. Dodd has little choice but to associate with key figures in the Nazi party.

Japanese by birth but transplanted to Europe in adulthood, Miki Sakamoto has spent a lifetime tending her garden and reflecting on its mysteries. Why do primulas bloom in snow? Do the trees really ‘talk’ to one another? What are the blackbirds saying today? And is there a mindful way to deal with an aphid infestation? From rising early to walk barefoot on the grass each morning, to afternoons and evenings spent sipping tea in her gazebo or watching fireflies as she recalls her childhood in Japan, Sakamoto shares observations from a life spent in contemplation – and cultivation – of nature.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER An enormously engaging portrait of a most beguiling Southern city: “Elegant and wicked.... [This] might be the first true-crime book that makes the reader want to book a bed and breakfast for an extended weekend at the scene of the crime." —The New York Times Book...

“Larson is a marvelous writer...superb at creating characters with a few short strokes.”—New York Times Book Review Erik Larson has been widely acclaimed as a master of narrative non-fiction, and in his new book, the bestselling author of Devil in the White City turns his hand to a...

We seek to glorify God & strengthen His people by sharing stories of faith and asking honest questions-bringing God and people to together through conversation.

“In the Garden of the Righteous brilliantly describes how in the midst of the brutality of the Holocaust and the collaboration, acquiescence and passivity of millions, there were people who risked their lives to save others out of a sense of shared humanity. This book is more timely than ever...

Wise women, apothecaries, witches, herbalists: whatever you like to call them, those who cultivate plants for their apparent mystical properties have existed for thousands of years. The Witch's Garden tells the story of our folkloric fascination with these magical specimens, documenting the beliefs and rituals surrounding the natural world. This book beautifully evokes the bewitching nature of mysterious plants.

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Edward Enfield came to his three quarters of an acre knowing nothing about growing anything, and this book is an account of his horticultural successes and failures, inventions and frustrations, discoveries and developments. With wry humour, he leads us through the thorny subject of roses, counts the blessings of keeping chickens, and exposes the perfidy of gardening copywriters, while offering wise and witty tips on how best to enjoy the fruits of your labour.

Immerse yourself in In the Garden of Delight, a captivating first-person narrative that follows Lil, a character inspired by the author herself. Set against the stunning backdrop of Tennessee, the story delves into the intricate relationships within a vibrant family, highlighting Lils deep love for nature and especially for birds, which beautifully reflects the title. While the writing resonates with the social progressiveness of its time, readers should be aware that some language and character portrayals, particularly regarding African Americans, may be challenging for modern audiences. (...

Most of us don’t fail to dream — we fail to go… and sometimes one brave yes is enough to reorder your whole inner landscape. This episode is about a pilgrimage to Omega Institute that began as a bucket-list trip and became an unexpected initiation into listening to the deeper self, the soul.

Most of us don’t fail to dream — we fail to go… and sometimes one brave yes is enough to reorder your whole inner landscape. This episode is about a pilgrimage to Omega Institute that began as a bucket-list trip and became an unexpected initiation into listening to the deeper self, the soul.

After several millennia living as a lone sentinel in the Garden of Eden, the angel Tesque is contemplating leaving his post in rebellion against God. Meanwhile, in another time and place, a professor of mathematics isolates herself in remote Iceland as she finds herself increasingly at odds with society. The connection between these two characters? A letter, a sentient dog, and a deep-seated resistance to the demands of love.

In the fall of 1952, a courageous 18-year-old Roberta boarded a Greyhound bus in Missouri to start her new adventure to train as a nurse in Oklahoma. While in training, she falls in love with and marries a World War II soldier. The new couple moves to his cotton farm in rural Oklahoma and starts their life as a family. As the story develops, it proves how Roberta-Mama's early years in Missouri influenced her Oklahoma life and how it helped bond her family together.

Each month we’ll be uncovering the beauty in the little things, from soil to seeds, bulbs to bees, from The Lost Gardens of Heligan in Mevagissey on the Cornish Coast. Experience the inner workings with Alasdair Moore (our Head of Gardens and Estate) and guests as they take inspiration from nature and the environment around them, from the finest horticultural gardens in England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Dr. David Hosack tilled the country's first botanical garden in the Manhattan soil more than 200 years ago, he didn't just dramatically alter the New York landscape; he left a monumental legacy of advocacy for public health and wide-ranging support for the sciences. In melodic prose, historian Victoria Johnson eloquently chronicles Hosack's tireless career to reveal the breadth of his impact. The result is a lush portrait of the man who gave voice to a new, deeply American understanding of the powers and perils of nature.

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In The Garden with Ron Wilson, 6am-9am, 55KRC in Cincinnati

Many of the best conversations take place over a good brew. Join award-winning garden designer Tom Massey and community and nature activist Tayshan Hayden-Smith, as they share a cuppa and a chat with a special guest in their garden or green space. Put the kettle on and join us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us each week with fascinating experts and fellows from around the world on discussing some of the world's most interesting questions. What is colour? Where do we go when we sleep? The Garden is a community for the curious, a place where inquisitive minds can come together to learn from world experts, and each other, and join in conversations about topics that spark their curiosity. This podcast captures the live talks we do in the previous week and showcases them to you in 15 to 20-minute episodes. You can watch our full talks on our website, onegarden.com, where you can also watch live.