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Accompanied by Lucy Renshaw, Edwards toured Egypt in the winter of 1874. They journeyed southwards from Cairo in a manned houseboat. The two women visited Philae and ultimately reached Abu Simbel, where they remained for six weeks. Their boat joined a flotilla with another female English traveler, Marianne Brocklehurst, also travelling with a female companion.

Step into a captivating love story with Maid of Maiden Lane, where Mrs. Barr masterfully weaves together the tumultuous political and social landscape of late 18th-century America with a heartfelt romance. Explore the moral dilemmas surrounding the French Revolution and its impact on immigrants in America, and witness the deep-seated prejudices between English, French, and Dutch newcomers that shaped everyday life. As heated debates over the nations capital—whether New York or Philadelphia—unfold, you’ll find yourself immersed in a richly depicted New York City, complete with tree-lined ...

Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life and work of Amelia Bloomer, a trailblazer in the Womens Movement. This podcast endeavors to present a comprehensive account of her journey, interspersed with substantial excerpts from her writings. Also included is a complete narration of one of her influential lectures. Be captivated by the story of Mrs. Bloomer, as encapsulated by D.C. Bloomer in this compelling podcast.

The nineteenth century was drawing its final breaths when Amelia Mary Earhart entered the world on a warm July evening in 1897. The gas lamps of Atchison, Kansas, cast long shadows across the wraparound porch of her grandfather's stately home as the town's most prominent judge welcomed his first granddaughter. The America of 1897 still moved largely at the speed of a horse's trot, though the industrial revolution was transforming the nation at an unprecedented pace. In Atchison, a Mississippi River trading town perched high on limestone bluffs, the modern age arrived slowly, seeping in like ...

Immerse yourself in the captivating life story of Amelia Earhart, one of Americas most celebrated heroines. Presented by Briand, this riveting biography reveals Earhart as a unique figure, woven from rare strands of qualities. She possessed an unquenchable curiosity about life—its ideas, books, people, places, even the mechanics of things. A lover of sports traditionally reserved for boys, she was driven by an unyielding desire to experiment and try new things. Her zest for life was paradoxically intertwined with a deep desire for solitude, and she carried an ever-present sense of ...

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Amelia B. Edwards Thousand Miles up the Nile, originally published in 1877, is a captivating historical and cultural exploration of Egypt that quickly became a bestseller, with reprints in 1888 both in England and internationally. At a time when most women were expected to stay at home, Edwards boldly journeyed through Egypt, establishing herself as a pioneering Egyptologist. She later founded the Edwards Chair of Egyptology, which was first held by the renowned Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie. This seminal work not only laid the groundwork for future Egyptology but also significantly ...

Join Louise Amelia Knapp Smith Clappe, who journeyed from Massachusetts to California during the exhilarating Gold Rush of the mid-1800s. Embracing her adventurous spirit, Louise adopted the pen name Shirley and began chronicling her experiences for The Herald. Over the course of 1851 and 1852, she penned a remarkable series of 23 letters to her sister Mary Jane, affectionately known as Molly. These Shirley Letters offer a captivating glimpse into life within two bustling gold mining camps along the Feather River. Louises vivid storytelling captures the breathtaking landscapes and the vibrant ...

As façanhas dos navegadores portugueses ganharam um travo a culpa e ressentimento que não era evidente nas comemorações dos 500 anos da viagem de Pedro Álvares Cabral, nem nos festejos dos 500 anos da viagem de Vasco da Gama até à Índia. Portugal, pioneiro das aventuras oceânicas, terá para sempre de conviver com outro Portugal, o do pioneirismo no comércio escravo transatlântico. Como se harmoniza, na atualidade, a culpa e o orgulho num país que dando mundos ao mundo, mudou esses mundos à força? Pretérito Imperfeito é um podcast narrativo, de quatro episódios, da jornalista ...

SpeechWorks presents this collection of the greatest speeches of great women. Represented here are some of the most famous women of recent history, including athletes, politicians, businesswomen, diplomats, heads of state, activists, philanthropists, and more. You will hear the actual voices of these women, recorded at public functions at which they were the featured speakers.

Daughter of the Sky: The Story of Amelia Earhart by Paul L. Briand, Jr. This is an engaging biography of the renowned aviator. In his introduction, Briand says, " Amelia Earhart was one of America’s great heroines; her life was in many ways unique. She was one of a kind, and the fabric of her life was woven of strands that are rarely produced: she had an insatiable curiosity about everything in life—ideas, books, people, places, mechanical things; she loved all kinds of sports and games, especially those “only for boys”; she fidgeted with an implacable unrest to experiment, to try ...

"Another Shirt Ruined" is a dedicated Amelia Peabody fancast that takes listeners on a journey through the entire series by Elizabeth Peters. Join hosts Amy, Bridgette, and their resident Egyptologist, Melissa "in De Nile," as they explore the adventures, mysteries, and historical intricacies of each book. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the series, this podcast offers insightful discussions, deep dives into the historical context, and a healthy dose of humor as they unravel the beloved world of Amelia Peabody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.