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The story of the love affair between Wallis Simpson and King Edward VIII, and his abdication in order to marry the divorcée, has provoked fascination and discussion for decades. However, the full story of the couple's links with the German aristocracy and Hitler has until now remained untold. Meticulously researched, 17 Carnations chronicles this entanglement, starting with Hitler's early attempts to matchmake between Edward and a German noblewoman.

A comprehensive and readable account of the world's history, emphasizing the more important events, and presenting these as complete narratives in the master-words of the most eminent historians. This is volume 17 of 22, covering from 1844-1861 AD. (Summary Adapted from the Title Page)

The Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, is a work of enormous proportions. Setting out with the simple goal of offering "American households a mass of good reading", the editors drew from literature of all times and all kinds what they considered the best pieces of human writing, and compiled an ambitious collection of 45 volumes (with a 46th being an index-guide). Besides the selection and translation of a huge number of poems, letters, short stories and sections of books, the collection offers, before each chapter, a short essay about the author or subject in question...

After three years as a killing-field slave, seventeen-year-old Bun Yom escaped from the Khmer Rouge and became a freedom fighter. Using his wisdom, courage, and infinite compassion, Bun rescued thousands of Cambodian people and soon became the Cambodian Freedom Fighters’ greatest soldier. Tomorrow I’m Dead is the only known first-person account of the freedom fighter’s heroic liberation of slaves from the Khmer Rouge killing fields.

Tecumseh was a leader of the Shawnee and a large tribal confederacy that opposed the United States during the War of 1812. He became a folk hero remembered by many Canadians for his defense of their country. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)

Dive into the rich tapestry of human expression with The Library of the Worlds Best Literature, Ancient and Modern. This monumental collection aims to provide American households with a treasure trove of exceptional reading. Curated by dedicated editors, it spans 45 volumes—plus an index-guide—featuring the finest works from various eras and genres. Each chapter is not only a selection of poems, letters, and short stories but also includes insightful essays on the authors and themes presented. Explore diverse literary traditions, from Accadian-Babylonian tales to the enchanting world of ...

War and Peace (Russian Война и мир, Voyna i mir) is a monumental epic by Leo Tolstoy, originally published between 1865 and 1869 in Russki Vestnik. This remarkable novel delves into the intricacies of Russian society during the Napoleonic Era and is often regarded as one of Tolstoys two major masterpieces, alongside Anna Karenina. Celebrated as one of the greatest novels of all time, War and Peace presents a vast tapestry of characters intertwined in a narrative that explores grand themes of conflict, love, aging, and marital dynamics. Although it is recognized today as a novel, its ...

Dive into a captivating collection of short mythical and legendary tales that have stood the test of time, all in the Public Domain. These enchanting stories unveil legends, heroic figures, and ancient lore from diverse cultures across the globe. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of human imagination and tradition. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

A look to the past that made you what you are today

Esta es una serie que narra la experiencia en primera persona de Elkin, un ingeniero de sonido, enamorado del podcast, que se da a la tarea de leer varios tomos fundamentales del Informe de la Comisión de la Verdad sobre el conflicto armado en Colombia. Este podcast tiene ensayos personales, entrevistas a personas comunes y corrientes, entrevistas a expertos y expertas, sonido de archivo, música y sobre todo una curiosidad latente no solo por entender la trayectoria de la guerra sino por saber que podemos hacer desde el presente cuando entendemos al menos un poco lo que pasó.www...

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Tecumseh was a leader of the Shawnee and a large tribal confederacy that opposed the United States during the War of 1812. He became a folk hero remembered by many Canadians for his defense of their country. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia)

David E. Stuart incorporates extensive new research findings through groundbreaking archaeology to explore the rise and fall of the Chaco Anasazi and how it parallels patterns throughout modern societies in this new edition.

このポッドキャストでは愛知県と岐阜県を走る名古屋鉄道の中でも、犬山を含む下小田井駅から新鵜沼駅までを走る犬山線の全17駅をピックアップしていきます。名鉄犬山線は2022年に110周年を迎え、永きにわたり魅力ある犬山エリアのインフラを担っています。さらに、犬山線でも走っている 名古屋鉄道の3500系という車両は2023年で30周年。 そして名古屋のラジオ局 ZIP-FMも2023年で30周年ということで、同級生の3500系と一緒に犬山線をZIP-FMの...

En août 1914, Valère Lecocq, mon arrière grand-père, rédigea jour après jour sur son petit carnet d’épicier un ”memorandum” relatant, à la manière d’un journaliste, les premiers mois de la première guerre mondiale à Frameries, au Borinage. Les rumeurs de guerre, le passage des troupes anglaises, l’invasion allemande et l’occupation dans son petit village de mineurs borains. Un document émouvant et réaliste d’un témoin privilégié que je vous livre à mon tour, plus d’un siècle après ces événements tragiques.

"Die griechische Mythologie ist ein Teil der antiken griechischen Religion. Aber es handelt sich bei der Mythologie nicht um die täglich praktizierte Verehrung der Gottheiten, sondern um Geschichten, die von den Handlungen der Götter und den Taten der griechischen Helden berichten. Trotzdem hatten die Erzählungen großen Einfluss auf das religiöse und gesellschaftliche Leben im antiken Griechenland. Viele menschliche Schicksale sind direkt oder indirekt in ihnen enthalten. Historiker forschen an der Frage, ob bzw. welchen Mythen geschichtliche Ereignisse zugrunde liegen...."

Dive into Volume 4, Chapter 17 of Baron Macaulays captivating series on English history. This chapter offers a concise overview leading up to the Stuart kings, before delving into the pivotal moments that shaped the nation. Macaulays keen interest lies in the decline of divine right monarchy and the ascendant role of Parliament. He highlights the accession of William and Mary, Dutch Protestant royalty, as a transformative event in British history. With Macaulays literary flair and insightful perspectives on 18th-century politics, this work is both a delight and a thought-provoking exploration ...

Zunächst waren es nur die Bauarbeiter von der Stalin-Allee, doch später folgten Kollegen aus anderen Branchen, um gegen die Erhöhung der Arbeitsnormen zu protestieren. Am Ende stand der Volksaufstand, die erste Volkserhebung gegen den Stalinismus in der DDR, den die russischen Besatzer mit der Verkündung des Ausnahmezustands beantworteten. 17.06.1953, die dramatischen Ereignisse in Ost-Berlin und anderen Städten der damaligen DDR mit teilweise unveröffentlichten historischen Tonaufnahmen sowie neuere Forschungsergebnisse.