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The presidential election of 1920 was among history's most dramatic. Six once-and-future presidents--Wilson, Harding, Coolidge, Hoover, and Teddy and Franklin Roosevelt--jockeyed for the White House. With voters choosing between Wilson's League of Nations and Harding's front-porch isolationism, the 1920 election shaped modern America.

One of the most dynamic eras in American history, the 1920s began with a watershed year that would set the tone for the century to follow. The Roaring Twenties is the only decade in American history with a widely applied nickname, and our collective fascination with this era continues. But how did this surge of innovation and cultural milestones emerge out of the ashes of World War I?

From lockdowns to lockups, viruses to vaccination, the movement of people to the movement of bowels, from rats to cats, and more, The Age of Pandemics chronicles the many facets of the cholera, plague and influenza pandemics, which claimed over 70 million lives between 1817 and 1920, with India...

Det danske nederlag til preusserne i 1864 er malet tydeligt ind i danmarkshistorien, og krigen og ikke mindst nederlaget er en del af vores nationale fortælling og selvforståelse. Men hvad skete der 56 år senere, i 1920, da betydelige dele af det tabte land med Genforeningen kom tilbage og skabte det danmarkskort, vi kender i dag? "Genforeningen 1920 - Da Danmark blev samlet" er fortællingen om en af de vigtigste begivenheder i den moderne danmarkshistorie.

Marcello, 1920 es un viaje oscuro a través del miedo, la angustia y el sufrimiento. A causa del fascismo de los años veinte en Italia, la ambición de una organización y los deseos de su familia, Marcello, un joven artista, se ve obligado a perder su identidad por ideales en los que nunca creyó. A través de sus memorias conocerás sus más profundas pasiones, sus incalculables tristezas y las prohibiciones que enfrentó en un camino que lo llevó a la obsesión por hacer de su vida una obra de arte.

Carl von Ossietzky (1889 - 1938) Journalist, Schriftsteller, Pazifist. Ob gegen links, rechts oder die Mitte, er kämpfte unabhängig mit seinen Artikeln für den Erhalt der Demokratie. Des Bürgers Wiederkehr im Jahre II nach der Revolution, Versailler Vertrag, Völkerbund, der Aufmarsch der Reaktion.

Welcome to The 1920 Video Podcast, where we delve into the captivating world of cinema, from the timeless classics of James Dean to the modern masterpieces shaping today's film landscape. Join hosts Brandt Goodman and Davey Lamas as they embark on a cinematic journey exploring everything from Hollywood's golden age to the latest blockbusters, with insightful discussions, behind-the-scenes insights, and interviews with industry experts. Whether you're a cinephile, a casual moviegoer, or just love a good story, there's something for everyone on The 1920 Video Podcast. Lights, camera, action – ...

“One of the best historical series being written today.” —Washington Post “Todd once and for all establishes the shell-shocked Rutledge as the genre’s most complex and fascinating detective.” —Entertainment Weekly The Confession is historical crime fiction at its finest, continuing...

The 1920 Podcast explores women’s issues—the good, the bad, and the in-between—with a strong focus on female empowerment and equality. It is hosted by Seth McCoy, a seasoned professional who has covered politics in Boston and the surrounding area, including hosting her own show in Boston. She has also contributed to various online and print publications.

Was beschäftigte diesen Titan der Weltliteratur in seinem Leben außerhalb der Literatur? Gab es so etwas überhaupt für ihn? Und falls ja - wie sah dieses Leben aus? Was waren seine persönlichen Ansichten hinsichtlich seiner Umgebung, seiner Familie, seines Freundeskreises, der Gesellschaft und der Welt der Literatur und in welchem Verhältnis stand Franz Kafka zu seinen Mitmenschen und seinem Berufsumfeld?

Ein Glücksfall für die Historiker: Harry Graf Kessler (1868 - 1937) beschreibt bis in die Kleinigkeiten das Zeitgeschehen im Jahre 1920. Reise in der Schweiz; Betrachtungen zum gescheiterten Kapp-Putsch; Vortragsreisen zum Völkerbund. Hier bekommt der Politiker Kessler den Beinamen "der rote Graf".

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. In this decade the equality of the sexes is now law. In real life it’s patchy. Power refuses to ebb or cede. In literary terms though women are again second to none with writing that strides confidently forward addressing the issues, the characters and the stories in unique and individual ways.

The Rise of the Cities discusses the factors leading to the settlement and growth of cities in the United States and examines some of the social problems that are part of city life. The authors explore the role of technological advances, governing strategies, and social welfare.

Los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós son una gran obra cuya colección completa consta de mas 40 títulos. La primera de las series que consta de sólo diez, ha sido extractada por el propio autor en este libro, con un lenguaje bastante ameno para la lectura infantil. De este modo esta lectura pone al alcance de los mas pequeños toda la primera serie de novelas históricas de Pérez Galdós, que en este caso, narran la guerra de la Independencia de España. (Summary by KendalRigans)

Das neue Jahrhundert begann turbulent: Albert Einstein entwickelte seine Relativitätstheorie, Zeppeline erhoben sich in die Lüfte und Forscher drangen bis zum Nordpol vor. Doch die Euphorie wurde erschüttert, als 1912 das Wahrzeichen des Fortschritts, die Titanic, im Meer versank. Und mit der Ermordung des Erzherzogs Franz Ferdinand stürzte Europa schließlich in den Ersten Weltkrieg. Die ersten erhaltenen Originalaufnahmen des 20. Jahrhunderts hat die Redakteurin Dorothee Meyer-Kahrweg ausfindig gemacht und zu einem beeindruckenden Hörbild zusammengestellt.

Hosted by Noah Norton, The Kernel Podcast is a show dedicated to bringing you 100% relieable Film and Entertainment news.

Сериал "Аббатство Даунтон" полюбился многим за эффектные костюмы, однако каждое платье — это не только дань моде, но и отражение сложной, удивительно интересной эпохи. Действие начинается гибелью "Титаника", и заканчивается в конце 1920-х годов. Давайте посмотрим, как длинные юбки становились короче, как пышные укладки превращались в стильный боб, и каким стремительным и вместе с тем плавным оказался процесс изменения мира, человека и его вкуса в одежде. От изысканных нарядов прошлого – к тем, которые мы сегодня и сами были бы не прочь носить!

From award-winning author Desideria Mesa comes the glittering sequel to Bindle Punk Bruja in which Earth witch Rose (Luna) Lane’s secret life comes to a breaking point as outside threats lurk—perfect for fans of Trouble the Saints by Alaya Dawn Johnson, Libba Bray’s The Diviners, and Chloe...

Variety entertainment dominated the popular recording industry's acoustic era (pre -1925), from its beginnings in the 1890s, when records were made on wax cylinders, right up to the beginning of the jazz age in the mid-1920s. From slapstick vaudeville routines and ethnic dialect skits to romantic ballads and dramatic recitations, sound recordings brought variety entertainment into the homes of millions of Americans. The following are three recordings from the era.