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Bloomsbury presents The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating by Elisabeth Tova Bailey read by Kate Handford 'Fabulous, a triumph, and it will remain a favourite forever.' CHRIS PACKHAM 'A miniature masterpiece.' THE INDEPENDENT 'Charming and absorbing.' THE TIMES In celebration of its fifteen year...

A mid-nineteenth century book of etiquette. (Summary by Libby Gohn)

This memoirs chronicles Madame Vigée Lebrun's childhood and the early discovery of her talent, the fortuitous break that introduced her to the world of "portraiture of the stars," her expeditious flight from France at the height of the French Revolution, her continued success as a portraitist for the various royal houses of Europe, and her ultimate return to France. In this memoirs, Lebrun illustrates how she overcame the prejudices of the art world that prescribed how women painters could practice their art form, as well as the subject matter they could paint. (James K. White)

The Lives of the Queens of England is a multi-volumed work attributed to Agnes Strickland, though it was mostly researched and written by her sister Elisabeth. These volumes give biographies of the queens of England from the Norman Conquest in 1066. Although by today's standards, it is not seen as a very scholarly work, the Stricklands used many sources that had not been used before.Volume eight includes the biographies of Henrietta Maria and Catharine of Braganza. (Summary by Ann Boulais)

The podcast devoted to your success in the workplace AND your happiness as a human being. With your host Elisabeth Andrews, helping brainy people lead fulfilling lives through self-knowledge, communication skills, and healthy boundaries.

Dive into Unlit Lamp, an emotionally charged social drama from 1922 that vividly captures the tumultuous spirit of the Roaring 20s. This compelling narrative explores the evolving morals of the era and the profound impact on traditional family structures, illuminating the struggles and transformations of a society in flux. - Summary by Krista Zaleski

At the outset of Marx for Cats, Leigh Claire La Berge declares that "all history is the history of cat struggle." Revising the medieval bestiary form to meet Marxist critique, La Berge follows feline footprints through Western economic history to reveal an animality at the heart of Marxism. She...

The Podcast that teaches you about your nervous system, how trauma gets stored in the body and what you can do to heal.

Do you enjoy outdoor recreation, or want to learn more about Arizona’s outdoor scene? You know…Camping, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, wildlife and bird watching, and more! Join us every other Wednesday as we discuss adventure, beautiful places, and hidden treasures in Arizona’s state parks! Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor veteran or someone looking to get into outdoor recreation, there’s something in this podcast for you!

Et si on se demandait pourquoi on pense ce qu'on pense ? La métacognition (penser à ce qu'on pense) c'est choquant, vous allez voir ! Dans chaque émission, Élisabeth Feytit reçoit un•e invité•e pour une plongée dans la psyché humaine : manipulation mentale, croyances, biais cognitifs, travail, astrologie, différences homme/femme, sexualité, développement personnel, théories du complot, perceptions, spiritualité, féminisme, pseudo-médecines, éducation, dérives sectaires, etc. Et attention au choc ! Quand on commence à s’intéresser à nos pensées, à ce qui se passe ...

Landscape Designer, Keith Edwards, and 'Garden Girl', Elisabeth Kingman, join forces to bring an engaging, informative, and entertaining take on all things gardens. From growing perfect produce to garden design, Keith and Elisabeth will cover it. Come along and get your hands and boots muddy. For more information follow us on Instagram @muddybootspodcast

Protecting our planet and our climate doesn't need to be hard. How to Make a Difference is a podcast that helps you to identify the most effective climate actions. Each episode is dedicated to a new topic featuring expert interviews and a breakdown of the impact you can have by taking action. Dr. Elisabeth Ignasiak is an expert on sustainable living, climate transformation, and carbon offsetting, and has made it her mission to fight against climate change.

Wir stellen uns Bäume als eine passive Spezies vor, die an einen Ort gebunden ist, dabei gestalten sie ihre Umwelt aktiv. Sie zerkleinern Felsen, verbreitern die Küsten, vergiften gezielt Tiere, kontrollieren Wasserkreisläufe und lösen sogar Waldbrände aus. Seit prähistorischen Zeiten beeinflussen Bäume so ganze Ökosysteme, das Klima und schließlich auch uns Menschen maßgeblich. Die britische Biochemikerin und Journalistin Harriet Rix nimmt uns mit auf eine atemberaubende Weltreise zu Wäldern in Kalifornien, Syrien, Brasilien, im Himalaya, oder auf La Gomera.

I bogen "Pæne Piger og Dumme Drenge" fremhæver forfatteren Ann-E. Knudsen, at der faktisk ind imellem er børn, der får det optimale ud af deres hjernemæssige potentiale. Men ét er, hvad børnene har med sig som neutralt grundlag, noget ganske andet er, hvordan de udvikler sig. Det er vigtigt at have øje for børns individuelle forskelle og kompetencer, men det er nu oftest sådan, at de mest iøjnefaldende forskelle på børn er kønsforskellene. Er kønsforskellene ikke bare en forskel på piger og drenge, som altid har været der og altid vil være der? - også uanset hvad vi som forældre og professionelle voksne har som holdning og pædagogisk praksis?

YES! stands for Young and Early-Career Scholars of the Gender Commission of the International Geographical Union (IGU). We are a global network of feminist researchers united by a shared commitment to amplifying diverse perspectives in feminist geography through research, teaching, activism, and community-building. This podcast brings you into the world of feminist geographies through the stories, voices, and insights of our YES! network members, as well as our mentors from the IGU Commission on Gender and Geography.

Change your mind, change your life. Glaubst du, nicht gut genug zu sein? Halten dich negative Überzeugungen davon ab, dein volles Potenzial zu entfalten? Hast du das Gefühl, dass es schlichtweg zu spät ist, dich zu ändern? Wir alle haben Gewohnheiten und Verhaltensweisen, die uns davon abhalten, unser volles Potenzial auszuschöpfen.

Das große Jubelhörbuch der Science Busters. Sieben Hörbücher, 50 Live-Programme, 120 TV-Shows und 800 Radiokolumnen: Seit 15 Jahren zerren die Science Busters die Wissenschaft auf die große Bühne. Gestartet als "schärfste Science-Boygroup der Milchstraße“, stehen sie heute als "Kelly Family der Naturwissenschaften“ im Rampenlicht. Ob Pandemie, Klima oder Verschwörungsmythen – nie war Wissenschaftserklärung mit Humor wichtiger als heute.

Discover the captivating stories of Englands royal women in Lives of the Queens of England, a compelling multi-volume work primarily credited to Agnes Strickland, with significant contributions from her sister Elisabeth. These biographies, spanning from the Norman Conquest in 1066 onward, shed light on the lives of queens often overlooked in historical narratives. Volume 10 delves into the remarkable lives of Mary Beatrice of Modena, the consort of James II, from 1701 until her death in 1718, and Mary II, who ruled alongside William III from 1688. Join us as we explore the intricate lives and ...

Dive into the captivating world of Englands royal history with Volume 2 of The Lives of the Queens of England. Attributed to Agnes Strickland but primarily crafted by her sister Elizabeth, this multi-volumed work offers rich biographies of the queens who shaped the nation from the Norman Conquest in 1066. While it may not adhere to modern scholarly standards, the Stricklands unearthed many previously untapped sources. This volume features the intriguing stories of Berengaria of Navarre, Isabella of Angouleme, Eleanor of Provence, Eleanora of Castille, Margarite of France, Isabella of France, ...

Dive into the captivating world of Englands royal history with Lives of the Queens of England, a multi-volume masterpiece largely credited to Agnes Strickland, though primarily researched and penned by her sister Elizabeth. This third volume unveils the intriguing biographies of notable queens from Isabella of Valois to Anne of Warwick, spanning the era from the Norman Conquest of 1066 onwards. While it may not adhere to modern scholarly standards, the Stricklands pioneering use of previously unexamined sources enriches our understanding of these remarkable women. (Introduction by Ann Boulais)