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In this grand and thrilling narrative, the acclaimed biographer of Magellan, Columbus, and Marco Polo brings alive the singular life and adventures of Sir Francis Drake, the pirate/explorer/admiral whose mastery of the seas during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I changed the course of history...

In his 1992 best-selling book The End of History and the Last Man, American political scientist Francis Fukuyama argued that the dominance of liberal democracy marked the end of humanity's political and ideological development. Thirty years later, with populism on the rise and the number of liberal democracies decreasing worldwide, Fukuyama revisits his classic thesis. A series of in-depth interviews between Fukuyama and editor Mathilde Fasting, After the End of History offers a wide-ranging analysis of liberal democracy today.

There are plenty of other elements about real-life pirates that are simply fiction. But what about the real history of pirates - is it worth exploring, and why? The history of the Golden Age of Piracy, the one that has shaped the modern conception of a pirate, is complex and long, with lots of information to cover.

Finding from my own personal experience how troublesome it is to hunt through piles of dusty old volumes, I have decided to make a small selection of these papers which I consider are not only rare and very interesting, but which also give an insight into the varied activities and achievements of Burton’s crowded life. It will, I think, be realized that such a volume as this will not be superfluous, for, apart from saving people an enormous amount of trouble, it will give them further insight into the life-work of one of the greatest men of the Victorian era.

Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of young Francis, the son of an Italian merchant, who is spellbound by the songs and stories of knights and troubadours that his father shares from his journeys. Inspired, Francis aspires to become a knight himself. However, after witnessing firsthand the harrowing suffering caused by war, he radically changes his path. Opting for a life of simplicity and service, he relinquishes all his material possessions to become nothing less than a troubadour for God.

The British Empire is unique in world history. How did this small island come to rule a full quarter of the globe? No other nation has matched this achievement.

For 444 years, there has been speculation about the location of Sir Francis Drake's landing site at Nova Albion and where he hid the greatest buried treasure of all time. What follows is an account of my 22 year quest to provide the answers to these questions, and to correct the historical record about Drake's Plate of Brass.

The original recounting of the events from Sir Francis Drake himself. Listen to Drake's piratical raid on the Spanish Main and the various battle and adventures therein.

"The golden age of piracy" generally refers to the era when history's most famous pirates roamed the seas of the West Indies from 1670-1720.

The story of Roman Catholicism has never followed a singular path. In no time period has this been more true than over the last two centuries. Beginning with the French Revolution, extending to the Second Vatican Council in the 1960s, and concluding with present-day crises, John T. McGreevy chronicles the dramatic upheavals and internal divisions shaping the most multicultural, multilingual, and global institution in the world. Through powerful stories and sweeping birds-eye views, Catholicism provides a mesmerizing assessment of the Church's complex role in modern history. 

The county of Lancashire in the north-west of England is best known as the engine room of the nineteenth-century Industrial Revolution. Steering clear of the industrial districts, F. A. Bruton takes the reader on an engaging tour of the county's beauty spots and lesser known landscapes. Taking the view that the charm of a district is nothing without its historical associations, Bruton packs his account with historical detail and literary references to, among others, Leland, Wordsworth, Ruskin, Arnold, and Mrs. Carlyle. (Introduction by Phil Benson)

Francis Pretty was a diarist and sailor who wrote detailed accounts of his two separate circumnavigations of the globe. The first was with Sir Francis Drake (1577-1580) and the second with Thomas Cavendish (1588).

Join British naval historian Julian Stafford Corbett as he delves into the thrilling life of Sir Francis Drake (1540-1596). From humble beginnings as a farmers son to becoming Queen Elizabeths most formidable privateer and daring naval commander, Drakes journey is one of adventure and audacity. In search of the gold and silver of Spanish Peru, he bravely navigated the treacherous waters of Cape Horn, enduring losses of both men and ships in the relentless battles against nature. After seizing a treasure ship from the astonished Spaniards, he became the first Englishman to circumnavigate the ...

Born into the wealth of a prosperous cloth merchant in Assisi, Francis (1182-1226) initially lived the carefree life typical of his status, even serving as a soldier. However, in 1205, a transformative vision during a war led him back to Assisi, where he renounced his worldly pursuits to embrace a life of evangelical poverty, following the example of Jesus Christ. His journey took him to Rome, where he humbly begged for alms alongside the destitute at St. Peters Basilica. Upon returning to Assisi, he began preaching in the town square, quickly gathering a diverse following that grew into a ...

Dive into the intriguing world of infamous assassinations that have etched their mark in the annals of history. This podcast meticulously brings to life the political, religious, and national landscapes of the time when these pivotal events unfolded. Each episode focuses on an assassination that either dramatically influenced global politics, left an indelible impact on the affected nation, or created a lasting imprint on our collective imagination. This is not just a recount of events - its a historical tapestry woven with impartiality and utmost fidelity.

Embark on a historical journey with Francis Asbury, one of the most prominent circuit riders and the first two bishops of the Methodist church in the United States. His riveting journal entries, spanning from his heartfelt decision to move to America in 1771 until a few months prior to his death in 1815, provide a unique glimpse into the spread of Methodism. Traverse mountains, rivers, and the entire expanse of the budding United States alongside Rev. Asbury in this fascinating account of faith and devotion.

Journey through the pages of history with the Journal of Francis Asbury, a prominent figure in the establishment of the Methodist church in America. Asburys riveting journal entries begin from his solemn decision to set sail for America in 1771 and end only months before his death in 1815. Immerse yourself in his adventures as he traverses oceans, mountains, rivers, and the entire expanse of the emerging United States of America. Narrated by Devorah Allen, this podcast takes you on an unforgettable journey through the life and times of a revolutionary spiritual leader.

Travel alongside the Reverend Francis Asbury, one of the pioneering bishops of the Methodist church in America, in his intriguing journal entries. From his heartfelt decision to journey to America in 1771, until December 1815, mere months before his passing, Asbury provides an intimate, firsthand account of his adventures. His journal captures the essence of his travels across the ocean, over mountain ranges, through rivers, and up and down the length of the young United States of America. Brace yourself for an extraordinary journey into the spread of Methodism with this enlightening narrative...

Everybody imagines the world's most interesting man to be a fictional, gray-haired lothario who drinks Mexican beer and boasts of his legendary exploits. But what if a man like this really lived? It turns out he did, and there were two of them--both Victorian explorers.

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