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American writer Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain has given us some literary gems with Tom Sawyer, Huckleberry Finn and his travel adventures in 19th-century Europe and to Australia and New Zealand. In How to Tell a Story and Other Essays, Twain discusses the telling of stories, rather than providing more stories.

Throughout history we have told ourselves stories to try and make sense of what it all means: our place in a small corner of one of billions of galaxies, at the end of billions of years of existence. In this new book Richard Holloway takes us on a personal, scientific and philosophical journey to explore what he believes the answers to the biggest of questions are.

History Storytime for children told by 7 year old Sophie, 5 year old Ellie and their Daddy. Exciting history stories of Knights, Tudors, Romans, World Wars, Revolutions, Explorers, Scientists and Sports. Hear amazing history stories of animals, stirring historical stories of love and betrayal, and of strong women and how they changed history. Real life narrative history as it should be told. Won Silver in the BritPodAwards. Helps support learning history for the National Curriculum with Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2) and for all Elementary ages - Grades K-5. Great for supporting ...

Eddie Lenihan is Ireland’s most well known storyteller. He has been telling tales for over 35 years. Each month, Eddie will share Irish wisdom and stories from the past on the Tell Me A Story with Eddie Lenihan podcast.As a cultural preservationist, Eddie has amassed the largest collection of folk stories and tales in Ireland. His dedication to the tradition has seen him collect and compile stories from all across the country, particularly those that deal with the themes of the supernatural, fairies and Irish lore.Produced and recorded by Philip Murphy and John Lillis. Music by Clare Sands....

In The Revenge of Geography, Robert D. Kaplan builds on the insights, discoveries, and theories of great geographers and geopolitical thinkers of the near and distant past to look back at critical pivots in history and then to look forward at the evolving global scene. Kaplan traces the history of the world's hot spots by examining their climates, topographies, and proximities to other embattled lands.

Tad Becker and a co-host share personal stories and sift through the weirdness to find the most interesting stories on the planet. Sometimes it's 'only' TIME TRAVEL CRIME and non-military history. Other times they answer the BIG QUESTIONS. The ones NO ONE has the GUTS to tackle. Like, why my peepee hard? Some example shows are: Being arrested outside of a comic shop, the more-than-a-friendship of Gilgamesh and Enkidu, shutting down Neopets, the unending terror that is Homestuck, the unending terror that is living in Russia, filming and acting in three feature length indie films, dreams with ...

In 1948, a mysterious and charismatic man arrives in a small Virginia town carrying two suitcases--one contains his worldly possessions, the other is full of money. He soon inserts himself into the town's daily life, taking a job in the local butcher shop and befriending the owner and his wife and their son. But the passion that develops between the man and the wife of the town's wealthiest citizen sets in motion a series of events that not only upset the quiet town but threaten to destroy both him and the woman.

Nigel Tranter introduces his tremendous novel of the true Macbeth and his struggle to make and save a united Scotland, of his devotion to the greatly-wronged young woman, Gruoch, of the humane laws they sought to establish, the battle he was forced to fight against Malcolm Canmore, the ancient Celtic Church he supported against the threat of Rome, and the price he paid.

A story of tragedy at sea where every desperate act meant life or death The small ship making the Liverpool-to-New York trip in the early months of 1856 carried mail, crates of dry goods, and more than one hundred passengers, mostly Irish emigrants. Suddenly an iceberg tore the ship asunder and...

Join Carleton B. Case as he brings to life a collection of humorous anecdotes from the battlefield, showcasing his signature wit and charm. This delightful book promises to entertain and enlighten, offering a unique perspective on the lighter side of military life. - Summary by April6090

Welcome to Stamps Tell Stories, the official podcast of Heinrich Köhler Auctions. In each episode, we dive into the fascinating world of stamps and postal history. Join us as we explore rare finds, uncover the stories behind iconic collections, and share insights from our experts at one of the world's leading philatelic auction houses. Whether you’re an advanced collector or just starting out, you’ll find something new to discover.

Here, in heart-stopping human detail, are 21 personal accounts told by the men themselves. They are the stories of men who lived in hell and lived to tell of it. The battles of Gavutu-Tanambogo, Tulagi, Tenaru, Matanikau, and Guadalcanal are all covered through these accounts, which take the listener right to the epicenter of the Pacific conflict.

Join Fanny as she recounts the gripping tale of a 19th-century missionary journey, where she and her young husband travel across Europe, fervently seeking converts to the burgeoning Mormon faith. Their unwavering devotion is put to the ultimate test when shocking news from America reveals the churchs adoption of polygamy as a path to exaltation. Summoned to Utah, they find themselves entwined in Brigham Youngs inner circle, faced with a heart-wrenching decision embrace plural marriage or risk losing everything—their family, friends, and faith.

Discover the intriguing life of Ernest William Hornung, an esteemed English author born to a Hungarian father in Middlesbrough. He is best remembered for his writings that were heavily influenced by his two-year sojourn in Australia where he worked as a tutor at Mossgiel station. This experience colorized his literary works, from A Bride from the Bush in 1899, to Old Offenders and a few Old Scores, which was published posthumously. Upon returning to England in 1886, he tied the knot with Constance Doyle, the sister of the legendary author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, in 1893. Dive into this rich ...

Tell me about… the time tulips nearly took down an economy. Or how colonialism was more about cash than conquest. Or why tariffs can make or break nations. In Tell Me About, Michael takes you on a deep dive into the weird, fascinating, and often unexpected ways economics, law, and policy shape our world. History, finance, trade, and power—it’s all connected, and it’s all about the money.Because behind every big event, there’s an economic story waiting to be told.🎧 New episodes every Saturday. Subscribe now—let’s talk money, markets, and the mechanics of the world. Hosted on ...

A podcast for people hoping to improve their team's pub trivia score. Each episode we visit a specialty or regional museum so you can learn things you never knew you wanted to. See what's being talked about in the eps on Instagram: @roadshowandtell. Do you know of a specialty museum? roadshowandtell@gmail.com.

Listen to queer stories — past and present. Produced by journalist David Hunt, a regular contributor to This Way Out: The International LGBTQ Radio Magazine.

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Welcome to the " Tell No Tale True Crime Stories Podcast. Click On The Subscribe Button To Enjoy Horrorful Dreadful Insane Cold And Heartless "Free True Crime Stories"; featuring "The Best" And the most intriguing Real Life Crime Stories that Happened In The United States And Beyond. Listeners' discretion is advised. New episodes every week. Enjoy the show. _Nezpod Studios. ® 2023.

The West’s darkest stories come to light—and history’s shadows reach far beyond. Ride with us through the untamed frontier, where every ghost town’s past has a story and every outlaw’s body hides a truth. But the tales don’t stop at the Western plains. From brutal battles overseas to forgotten conflicts in in distant lands, we uncover the hidden, often grim stories that history’s textbooks left behind. This isn’t your usual history podcast — it’s a journey into the grit, the blood, and the bones that built the West... and the echoes of war, betrayal, and mystery from around...