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Andrew Hickey presents a history of rock music from 1938 to 1999, looking at five hundred songs that shaped the genre.

A collection of Horrible Histories songs

Winner of the 2023 PROSE Award for Excellence in Biological and Life Sciences and the 2023 Chautauqua Prize! Named a New York Times Notable Book and a Best Book of the Year by The Economist, Oprah Daily, BookPage, Book Riot, the New York Public Library, and more! In The Song of the Cell, the...

Explore the rich tapestry of Native American legends and the profound connection between humanity and nature through the lens of epic storytelling. This podcast delves into themes of cultural identity, spirituality, and the timeless struggle between tradition and change. Each week, listeners can enjoy a rotating collection of complete audiobooks, offering diverse narratives from various time periods and literary styles. This is not a single narrative journey but a series of varied explorations into the depths of classic literature. Perfect for those seeking insight, learning, or simply a ...

Exploring the history and charm of one of China’s most fascinating dynasties. Meeting its rulers, artists, poets and people in the streets. Discovering its artistic, social and scientific treasures that have shaped the way we all live today.

This is the only volume of poetry published during John Charles McNeill's lifetime, containing 59 of his 400+ poems. McNeill was considered the unofficial poet laureate of his home state North Carolina until this position was established officially after World War II. His poetry enjoys enduring popularity, and is favoured by teachers and students for its accessibility. - Summary by Carolin

LibriVox volunteers bring you 26 recordings of Song by Anna Seward. This was the Weekly Poetry project for April 1, 2012.Anna Seward was an English Romantic poet, often called the Swan of Lichfield. Her verses include elegies and sonnets, and she also wrote a poetical novel, Louisa, of which five editions were published. In an era when women had to tread carefully in society's orbit, Seward struck a middle ground. (from Wikipedia)

LibriVox volunteers bring you 16 recordings of The Wanderer's Life-Song by Arthur Edward Waite. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 21, 2024. ------ Arthur Edward Waite was a British poet and scholarly mystic who wrote extensively on occult and esoteric matters. He was a Freemason, as well as being a member of the SRIA and Golden Dawn, and spent most of his life in or near London, connected to various publishing houses and editing a magazine, The Unknown World. - Summary by Wikipedia

Grantland Rice was an American poet and sportswriter. In these poems he remembers his time in France during the First World War.

Join me as I recount the powerful Song of Hiawatha, a tale of bravery, strength, and the profound connection to nature. This epic poem tells the story of Hiawatha, the noble grandson of old Nokomis, and his journey shaped by the fierce West Wind. With its rhythmic verses, this stirring narrative weaves together the rich legends and traditions of North American Indigenous culture, flowing like a mountain stream over rocks and embracing the earth. Experience the heros trials, loves, and tribulations in a way that resonates with the heart. (Summary by Peter Yearsley) [introduction by Woodrow ...

Experience the timeless epic of The Song of Roland, a captivating tale originally sung in Old French that recounts the heroic Battle of Roncevaux Pass in 778. This English translation brings the rich narrative to life, inviting you to immerse yourself in the valor and tragedy of this legendary story. (Introduction by Joy Chan)

A podcast where a guy with no expertise on anything explains the history and evolution (to the best of his researched knowledge) of every folk song, in order by Roud Index number.

The Song Dynasty (960–1279) was a period of profound transformation, when China pioneered technologies that would reshape the world—movable type, gunpowder, paper money, and the magnetic compass—yet remained overshadowed in global memory by the Tang and Ming. In this show, Lucas and Luna guide listeners through the dynasty's two halves: the Northern Song, centered on the glittering capital Kaifeng, and the Southern Song, which retreated south of the Yangtze after the Jurchen invasion of 1127. They explore the rise of a meritocratic civil service, the philosophical flowering of ...

Traditional songs and ballads from Lancashire in the north-west of England from the opening section of John Harland's collection, Ballads and Songs of Lancashire, Ancient and Modern. The ballads and songs in this section are from the eighteenth century and earlier, and mostly by unknown authors. - Summary by Philip Benson

Some songs entertain. Some songs endure. And some songs…change everything. Music and Revolution explores the tracks that didn’t just climb the charts — they were the soundtracks to movements that reshaped society. Each week, we take one track and unpack the moment it was born into: the strikes, the marches, the wars, the uprisings, and the cultural shifts that artists captured on tape. From civil rights and labor movement hymns to anti-war rock songs, hip-hop protest tracks, and global anti-imperialist anthems, every episode traces the story behind a song that helped people see the world...

From the hit recording capital of the world comes We Rocked the World: The Stories Behind the Songs. Hosted by Billy Lawson, each episode features conversations with the musicians, storytellers, and personalities who helped shape the Muscle Shoals Sound. Through firsthand memories and untold stories, the podcast explores the people, places, and moments behind one of the most influential music destinations in history.

Set in 1823, just after the Leavenworth campaign against the Arikara Indians, this gripping poem chronicles the perilous journey of Major Andrew Henrys expedition across the Trans-Missouri region. At its heart lies the intense relationship between two trappers, Hugh Glass and Jamie, whose bond deepens through shared trials of hunting and survival. However, betrayal shatters their camaraderie when Jamie abandons Hugh, leaving him for dead by the unforgiving Missouri River. Against all odds, Hugh survives, fueled by a burning desire for revenge as he seeks out the friend who forsook him. The ...

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Step into the enchanting world of Birds and Nature, a monthly publication from the Nature Study Publishing Company in Chicago that ran from 1897 to 1907. This delightful magazine offers a rich tapestry of short poems and engaging descriptions of birds, animals, and the wonders of the natural world, all beautifully accompanied by vibrant color plates. Initially published under various titles, including Birds and Nature and Art, it found its permanent name, Birds and Nature, after a brief title change in 1900. Join us as we explore the charm of nature through the eyes of J. M. Smallheer.

Birds and Nature was a captivating monthly publication from the Nature Study Publishing Company in Chicago, delighting readers from 1897 to 1907. This enchanting magazine featured a collection of short poems and vivid descriptions of birds, animals, and the wonders of nature, beautifully illustrated with color plates. Throughout its run, it underwent several title changes, including Birds, Birds and All Nature, and Nature and Art. In a unique twist, the June 1900 issue briefly transformed into Nature and Art, only to revert to Birds and Nature by September of that year, a title that would ...