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--WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER-- The Gospel of Mary Magdalene reveals a very different love story from the one we've come to refer to as Christianity. Harvard-trained theologian Meggan Watterson leads us verse by verse through Mary's gospel to illuminate the powerful teachings it contains. A...

Welcome to unPAUSED, the podcast where bold, unfiltered conversations take place about what it really takes for women to thrive in the second half of life. Every week, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist, Certified Menopause Practitioner, and #1 New York Times best-selling author, tackles the conversations women actually need to hear. Dr. Haver sits down with a variety of medical experts, CEOs, and risk-takers to discuss everything that matters, from hormones and identity to financial power, relationships, and the tools needed to build the life you want. unPAUSED...

Mary Wollstonecraft (1759-1797) is celebrated for her groundbreaking work, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman, where she boldly asserted that women are not inherently inferior to men; rather, they appear so due to the lack of education. She advocated for the treatment of both men and women as rational beings, envisioning a society built on reason and equality. Today, Wollstonecraft is recognized as a pivotal figure in feminist philosophy, with her early calls for women’s equality and critiques of conventional femininity laying the groundwork for the feminist political movement that ...

In her groundbreaking work, A Vindication of the Rights of Men (1790), Mary Wollstonecraft passionately challenges the aristocracy and champions republicanism. This powerful pamphlet emerged as a direct response to Edmund Burkes Reflections on the Revolution in France, which defended constitutional monarchy and criticized Wollstonecrafts ally, Rev Richard Price. This exchange sparked the Revolution Controversy, where Thomas Paines Rights of Man would later galvanize reformers and radicals. Wollstonecraft not only critiques monarchy and hereditary privilege but also takes aim at Burkes gendered...

A shocking expos on the life and death of political peace activist Mary Pinchot Meyer, whose relationship with John F. Kennedy sheds new light on the circumstances surrounding his assassination. Who really murdered Mary Pinchot Meyer in the fall of 1964? Why was there a mad rush by CIA counterintelligence chief James Angleton to immediately locate and confiscate her diary? What in that diary was so explosive and revealing?

At just 15 years old, Eleanor Vane seems to have it all a luxurious education at a prestigious finishing school in Paris, her father’s unwavering affection, and a natural inclination for kindness. However, her life takes a tragic turn when her father unexpectedly passes away, leaving her vulnerable to the whims of her estranged half-siblings and the harsh judgment of society that views her as an orphaned beggar. Sent to serve as a ladys companion to an old friend of her late father, Eleanor faces the daunting challenge of carving out a respectable place for herself in a world that has turned...

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Explore a fascinating examination of pathological behavior through a series of compelling case studies. Delve into the historical context of these cases, revealing the flawed perceptions of mental illness, sexuality, gender, and race that shaped their analysis. Written by Mary Schneider.

In this captivating tale, the acclaimed author of Frankenstein offers her unique perspective on an Austen-inspired narrative. When Lord Lodore passes away, his proud wife and their vulnerable daughter are left to navigate a world without protection. As they grapple with societal expectations and the weight of their aristocratic name, themes of gender equality, education, and social justice come to the forefront. Join us as we explore their struggles and triumphs in a world that often undervalues women. - Summary by Stav Nisser.

The 1964 murder of a nationally known cancer researcher sets the stage for this gripping exposé of medical professionals enmeshed in covert government operations over the course of three decades. Following a trail of police records, FBI files, cancer statistics, and medical journals, this revealing book presents evidence of a web of medical secret-keeping that began with the handling of evidence in the JFK assassination and continued apace....

Few women have dedicated themselves so passionately to the cause of humanity as Mary Wollstonecraft Godwin [1759-1797], and few have faced such harsh criticism. As Elizabeth Robins Pennell opens this poignant biography, she recounts how the young were cautioned against reading Wollstonecrafts works, while older generations were warned against emulating her life, with her suffering deemed a fitting punishment for her choices. Born to a tumultuous family—her father, a volatile alcoholic, squandered their fortune, while her mother imposed strict discipline—Mary emerged as a brilliant ...

IN October 1967, 26-year-old Mary Sievier set off to ride to India on a 175cc BSA Bantam motorbike. She reached India and then kept going. She rode around the world, taking nine years, making her the first British woman to make the journey alone.In 2021 she sat down with a film-maker and told her story and these eight episodes make up the uncut audio recording from that film. Mary Sievier, in her own words. You can see the film here: https://vimeo.com/860157884 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Step into the life of Mary Prince, a woman born into slavery in the West Indies, who emerged as a beacon of freedom in England. Her memoirs, a poignant testament to her struggles and triumphs, played a pivotal role in fueling the abolitionist movement. Please note This book candidly discusses racial issues and includes references to physical and sexual abuse that some listeners may find disturbing. (Newgatenovelist)

In this heartwarming coming-of-age tale, we follow young Mary Marie as her world is turned upside down by her parents divorce. Juggling two separate lives, she embarks on a journey of discovery that reveals her parents enduring love for one another. With determination and a childs intuition, she orchestrates a reunion that changes everything. As we delve into the lasting impact of this upheaval on adult Mary Marie and her own marriage, we uncover the intricate threads of love and resilience that bind families together. (summary by Lynne Thompson)

Throughout history, certain names resonate deeply, capturing the curiosity of those who seek to expand their knowledge. Mary Queen of Scots is one such name—a figure whose life and legacy provoke intrigue and reflection. This volume aims to illuminate her character and the key events that defined her existence, all presented in an engaging and accessible style that is both informative and enjoyable. Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of a queen whose story continues to captivate hearts and minds.

A female thief, with four husbands, a lover, and, reportedly, over 12 children, is arrested and tried for the murder of her stepson in 1872, turning the small village of West Auckland in County Durham upside down. Other bodies are exhumed, and when they are found to contain arsenic, she is suspected of their murder as well. The perpetrator, Mary Ann Cotton, was tried and found guilty and later hanged on 24 March 1873 in Durham Gaol. It is claimed she murdered over 20 people and was the first female serial killer in England.

You can travel at your age, level, status, and interest. Wherever you are in your journey through life, take a minute to consider where you want to travel and our tips will help you get there and our mistakes will make you smile, knowing you got this! Dr Mary Travelbest wrote "5 Steps to Solo Travel", and knows what you need to get going, one woman at a time.

Beautiful Misfits don’t accept the status quo. They know instinctively the way we’re living today is broken. But they believe the world can be a better place. And they fearlessly take the imaginative leap to change it. Join Mary as she talks to the authors and businesspeople, designers and poets, who are using their unique perspective to create a better, more beautiful, future. Their life lessons are sometimes funny, at others moving, but always insightful. And one thing is clear: we’ve never needed these beautiful misfits more. A Pixiu production.

Three works of fiction, two by Mary Wollstonecraft, and one by her daughter Mary Shelley, creator of Frankenstein. In Mary Wollstonecraft's Mary, the heroine flees her young husband in order to nurse her dearest friend, Ann, and finds genuine love, while Maria tells of a desperate young woman who seeks consolation in the arms of another man after the loss of her child. And Mary Shelley's Matilda - suppressed for more than a century - tells the story of a woman alienated from society by the incestuous passion of her father.

In the late ’60s, a small group of elite American women convinced an overwhelming majority of the country that destroying the most fundamental of relationships - mother and child - was necessary for women to have productive and happy lives. The decay of the entire family, and almost overnight, our once pro-life culture became pro-lifestyle, embracing everything that felt good. Sixty million abortions later, women aren’t showing signs of health, happiness, and fulfillment.