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Were things really better in the good old days? Gilda O'Neill's powerful exploration of the teeming underbelly that was to be found in the fog-bound streets, rat-infested slums, common lodging houses, boozers, penny gaffs, and brothels in the heart of the greatest empire that the world has ever seen brings to life the real working-class London of Victoria's reign.

Born into a traditional East End family in Bethnal Green, Gilda O'Neill grew up in a world most of us associate with chirpy cockneys, pub knees-ups, legendary criminals and the Dickensian underworld. Her nan had a pie and mash shop, her grandfather was a tug skipper on the Thames and her...

In this podcase, we cover "The Power of Now - A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment" by Eckhart Tolle "A New Earth - Awakening to Your Life's Purpose" by Eckhart Tolle and Awakening to Divine Purpose - A Guide Through the Six Stages of Spiritual Transformation an Introduction" by Barbara Wainwright. Gilda Simonet and Barbara Wainwright are on a spiritual quest searching for Universal truth. We read through each of these books from start to finish, one section at a time. We trust you will find value in each episode.

Saint Gildas, also called Gildas the Wise (c. 494 or 516 - c. 570) was a prominent member of the Celtic Church in Britain. This work, "De Excidio Britanniae", is a long sermon condemning the acts of his contemporaries. The main thrust of his work is a complaint against paganism.

Zwischen Krisen, Kriegen, Hitze und Hetze scheint es gerade nur noch bergab zu gehen. Worauf können wir in diesen Zeiten noch hoffen? Und vor allem: Wie kommen wir da wieder raus? Hoffnung ist so vielfältig wie die Menschen, die nach ihr suchen. Deshalb versammelt dieses Hörbuch Stimmen, die...

This gripping East End saga, set in the 1960s, is perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Rosie Goodwin and Donna Douglas. Bestselling author Gilda O'Neill expertly combines page-turning drama with vivid characterisation - the perfect dose of escapism... Praise for Gilda O'Neill 'A sharp eye, a warm...

To honor the twentieth anniversary of beloved comedienne Gilda Radner’s death from ovarian cancer comes a commemorative edition of her memoir, It’s Always Something—featuring an updated resource guide for people living with cancer and a tribute by Radner’s former colleagues at Saturday...

A 21st century anthology of the most ancient texts concerning the History of Britain, edited and narrated by author, historian and comedian J F Roberts–official Blackadder chronicler and folklorist, the creator of Tales of Britain. Besides an entertaining deep-dive investigation into the nature of recording historical fact versus creative storytelling, the book features full extracts from the work of Roman authors including Julius Caesar and Tacitus, the full text of Gildas' On the Ruin and Conquest of Britain, and the core content of works by those historians who came after him.

Gildas unleashes his sharp critique on the very fabric of post-Roman Britain, exposing the fragility of a society teetering on the brink of chaos. In this riveting audiobook, he chronicles the dramatic fall from grace that followed the Roman legions' withdrawal in AD 410, a pivotal moment that left Britain vulnerable to the relentless invasions of the Scots, Picts, and Saxons. Through his incisive commentary, Gildas lays bare the internal strife among the Britons, condemning their rebellion against the once-stable Roman rule and their desperate pleas for help when disaster strikes. As ...

Worldwide chaos reveals a larger scheme involving an illegal weapons cabal. The lives of friends Ben, Jack, and Kit, along with the critical information they uncover, become intricately connected to events across the continent. Their journey leads to the return of Palestine and triggers a catastrophic viral blackout. This escalation culminates in a high-stakes showdown on the White House lawn, where a panicked Secret Service takes drastic action to prevent a defiant president from executing a master plan that could ignite global insurrections.

Angie is eighteen years old, and, with the help of a mini skirt, a pair of false eyelashes and a tube of pale pink lipstick, has made herself into a beauty. She's living in London in the Swinging Sixties, and knows she's in the best city in the world at the best possible time. She's got that...

Broadcaster, actress, author and Smithsonian Museum honoree Puerto Rican/New Yorker, Gilda Miros, presents her outstanding radio & television interviews with Latino Icons from the past & the present in both English & Spanish

Gli Yoga-sūtra sono il testo più importante della tradizione yoga. Questo progetto nasce con l’idea di approfondire i suoi contenuti passo passo, cercando di renderlo fruibile a tutti: neofiti ed esperti. Chi non conosce lo yoga, ma è curioso di capirne il senso, la base culturale e filosofica, il contesto in cui nasce e si sviluppa, può trovare in questo podcast una base per costruirsi un’idea dello yoga.Chi già pratica può arricchire la consapevolezza della pratica stessa. Gli insegnanti infine possono trovarvi spunti di approfondimento. _____Ringrazio Miyoshi Masato per le gentile...

La obra hace recuento nostálgico de muchos de los cantantes estelares a quien la Sonora Matancera grabó, incluyendo Celia Cruz, Bobby Capó y otros grandes de la música tropical. Los seguidores de la música tropical podrán disfrutar de la historia de la legendaria orquesta La Sonora Matancera contada por sus protagonistas en el libro Mis mejores entrevistas de radio: Celia Cruz, La Sonora Matancera y sus estrellas, un importante legado de la autora Gilda Mirós.

Men are an endangered species. They are four times more likely to die by suicide than women, their life expectancy is declining, and their depression and loneliness are skyrocketing. Testosterone levels in young men are plummeting, the male Y chromosome is shrinking, and ninety percent of workplace deaths belong to men. These threats to manhood aren't just occurring in the United States; they are life-threatening emergencies in Europe, China, Japan, Sweden, and India.

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is considered one of the most effective pieces of legislation the United States has ever passed. It enfranchised hundreds of thousands of voters, particularly in the American South, and drew attention to the problem of voter suppression. Yet in recent years, there has been a continuous assault on access to the ballot box in the form of stricter voter ID requirements, meritless claims of rigged elections, and baseless accusations of voter fraud.

Dissolvi lo stress serale e scivola in un sonno ristoratore grazie al potere calmante della visualizzazione guidata. Quando i pensieri si accavallano e la stanchezza non basta per addormentarsi, creare uno spazio mentale sicuro diventa essenziale. Questo percorso sonoro offre strumenti pratici...

Trasforma lo stress quotidiano in quiete profonda con questa meditazione guidata per un riposo rigenerante assoluto. Quando la frenesia della giornata ti lascia senza energie, concediti uno spazio sicuro per rallentare. Lascia che una voce calda e pacata ti aiuti ad allentare le tensioni fisiche...

Supera le tensioni quotidiane e ritrova la connessione emotiva con i tuoi figli unendo ascolto profondo e regole salde. Quando la stanchezza prende il sopravvento e le reazioni istintive guidano la tua giornata, trovare un equilibrio tra dolcezza e fermezza sembra impossibile. Questo ascolto...

Viele Frauen kennen dieses Gefühl: Sie sehnen sich nach einem liebevollen Partner, der sie respektiert. Doch fühlen sie sich von Männern angezogen, die unnahbar wirken oder sogar gefährlich sind. Diese widersprüchlichen Impulse sind kein Zeichen von Schwäche oder Unentschlossenheit, sondern Ausdruck innerer Dynamiken, die tief in der Biografie und psychischen Struktur verwurzelt sind.