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A moving account of how war is remembered – and by whom 'Impressive. A hundred individual histories, skillfully assembled, built into a poignant meditation on why they still matter' David Olusoga 'Brilliant' Piers Morgan Bestselling historian Tessa Dunlop travels the length and breadth of the...

In Marriage, a History, historian and marriage expert Stephanie Coontz takes listeners from the marital intrigues of ancient Babylon to the torments of Victorian lovers to demonstrate how recent the idea of marrying for love is - and how absurd it would have seemed to most of our ancestors. It was when marriage moved into the emotional sphere in the 19th century, she argues, that it suffered as an institution just as it began to thrive as a personal relationship.

Socrates the lover. Socrates the warrior. An innovative and insightful exploration of the passionate early life of Socrates and the influences that led him to become the first and greatest of philosophers. Socrates - the man whose logic and questioning gave birth to the ideas of Western thought, and whose execution heralded the end of the Athenian Golden Age. Despite his preeminence among the great thinkers of the past, precious little of his story is known, and what is often begins and ends with his trial and death.

Storytelling, a tradition that built human civilization, may soon destroy it Humans are storytelling animals. Stories are what make our societies possible. Countless books celebrate their virtues. But Jonathan Gottschall, an expert on the science of stories, argues that there is a dark side to...

A warm, intimate account of the love between Eleanor Roosevelt and reporter Lorena Hickok—a relationship that, over more than three decades, transformed both women's lives and empowered them to play significant roles in one of the most tumultuous periods in American history In 1932, as her...

Love Scotland is a fortnightly podcast series from the National Trust for Scotland. Hosted by TV star, expert broadcaster and National Trust for Scotland president Jackie Bird, Love Scotland features big names, experts and enthusiasts from all walks of life. Each episode delves deep into the detail of Scotland’s history, its wildlife and its landscapes.

From the opulent palaces of imperial Russia to the burning sands of ancient Egypt, Passions of Power reveals the secret love lives that changed the course of history. Dive into the seductive and volatile romances of iconic rulers—Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, whose union threatened the stability of Rome; Napoleon and Joséphine, entangled in a love both intoxicating and destructive; and Catherine the Great, whose personal passions were as legendary as her political ambition.

TRUE LOVE ist ein Podcast über wahre Liebesgeschichten. Jeden zweiten Freitag tauchen Leonie Bartsch und Linn Schütze in eine außergewöhnliche Geschichte ein, die so bewegend ist, dass sie uns nicht mehr loslässt. Mal dramatisch, mal romantisch, mal mit Happy End, mal traurig - so wie nur das Leben selbst es schreiben kann. In diesem Podcast geht es um große Gefühle, berührende Schicksale und Menschen, die für das Gute auf der Welt kämpfen. Wir freuen uns, wenn ihr uns auf dieser Reise begleitet! Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & ...

Dive into the captivating world of historical romance with Love Affairs of the Courts of Europe. In this delightful collection, Thornton Hall recounts the real-life love stories of iconic figures who once graced the grand courts of Europe. With a writing style that is both entertaining and accessible, Hall masterfully weaves together tales of charm, passion, and intrigue. While he may sprinkle in some embellishments, these flourishes only enhance the allure of each narrative. Join us on this enchanting journey through historys most romantic tales!

Step into the poignant world of Heloise and Abelard, a tale of forbidden love that transcends time. Heloise, a fiercely intelligent woman fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew, fell for her tutor, Abelard, at just 19 while living under the watchful eye of her uncle Fulbert. Their passionate affair led to the birth of their child, Astrolabe, but tragedy struck when Fulbert discovered their secret. Abelard faced a brutal assault that left him castrated, while Heloise sought refuge in a convent. Exiled to Brittany, Abelard embraced monastic life, and Heloise eventually became the abbess of the ...

John Auden was a pioneering geologist of the Himalayas. Michael Spender was the first to survey the northern approach to the summit of Mount Everest. While their younger brothers - W. H. Auden and Stephen Spender - achieved literary fame, they vied for a place on an expedition that would finally conquer Everest, a quest that had become a metaphor for Britain’s efforts to maintain power over India. To this rivalry was added another: in the summer of 1938 both men fell in love with a painter named Nancy Sharp. Her choice would determine each man’s wartime loyalties.

Love stories that fit in the palm of your hand. Love Notes are bi-weekly short stories about intimate moments between strangers, lovers, family members, and friends. This podcast is for the BookTok girlies. The ones who grew up on a daily dose of Wattpad and Fanfiction. The ones who passionately bookmark fics on their AO3 account. You're hooked on romance. You need it just as much as you need your next breath. Add this podcast to your pillbox and breathe easy. Love, Rachel

All Loves Excelling is John Bunyan's sermon on Ephesians 3:18-19: "That ye...may be able to comprehend with all saints, what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; and to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge." It was first titled The Saints' Knowledge of Christ's Love, is worthy of being ranked alongside Sibbes, and deals with a much neglected subject area.

Step into the world of British high society, where the real-life romances of the aristocracy rival the most scandalous tales of fiction. From passionate affairs to heart-wrenching betrayals, the stories of the peerage are filled with intrigue and drama that will captivate your imagination. Join us as we delve into the fascinating gossip and adventures that have shaped the romantic landscape of the upper class. - Summary by Carolin

During his life and even after his death, Captain William Kidd’s name was known around England and the American colonies. He was infamous for the very crime for which he was hanged, piracy. This book by Rebecca Simon dives into the details of the two-year manhunt for Captain Kidd and the events that ensued afterward. Captain Kidd was hanged in 1701, and from that sprung a massive hunt for all pirates led by the British during a period known as the Golden Age of Piracy. Ironically, public executions only led to pirates’ growth in popularity and interest.

In 1948, a young Australian mining engineer named Ben Carlin set out to do the impossible: circumnavigate the globe, by land and sea, in a single vehicle. The vehicle in question was an amphibious jeep developed by the U.S. Army, which Carlin christened Half-Safe, after a deodorant slogan. It was a mechanical mongrel that was supposed to move with equal ease across land and water but in practice wasn't much good for either one. Undaunted, Carlin and his wife Elinore set off across the Atlantic Ocean with dreams of fame and fortune, and of carving a small notch in history.

Produced and Directed by Andrea Earl Sound design and production, JP Le Blond Musical arrangement and piano and vocals, Damien Cayro A Pink Granite Studio production recorded on location in Jersey

Immerse yourself in Silver Pitchers, a captivating collection of nine short stories from the beloved Louisa May Alcott, renowned for her classic Little Women. These beautifully crafted period pieces offer a delightful blend of wisdom, nostalgia, humor, romance, and adventure, drawing upon themes steeped in early American history. From tales of temperance and European travels to rural life and the exuberance of young love during the American Centennial celebration, each story invites you on a journey through time and emotion. (Summary by Michele Fry)

Thirty years ago, in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Crown Heights, a car accident set off four days of unrest. Two people died. Dozens were injured. Hundreds were arrested. In this Pineapple Street Studios series, journalist Collier Meyerson explores what came to be known as the “Crown Heights Riot.” It’s a story about immigration, New York City’s first Black mayor, the rise of Rudy Giuliani, and the Lubavitch Jewish and Caribbean-American communities sitting at the center of it all. To Meyerson, the Crown Heights Riot can help us unlock and understand so many of our modern dilemmas: ...

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