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In late August 2011, Shahbaz Taseer was driving to his office in Lahore when he was dragged from his car at gunpoint and kidnapped by members of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU), a Taliban-affiliated Uzbek terrorist group. Shahbaz’s father, the late Pakistani governor, had recently been assassinated. His crime: speaking in support of a Christian woman who had been accused of blasphemy and sentenced to death.

“[A] remarkable story….An honest and harrowing memoir of a life-changing ordeal.” —Arizona Republic The spellbinding New York Times bestseller, Out of Captivity is the amazing true story of Marc Gonsalves, Tom Howes, and Keith Stansell, three American civilian contractors who were held...

Culture & Captivity is a a podcast speaking to researchers from the University of Hull about confinement and the creative endeavours that spring from it, from movies to memoirs, photojournalism to creative writing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experience the harrowing tale of Mary Rowlandson, a ministers wife captured by Native Americans during King Philips War in 1675. Her vivid, often chilling narrative offers a unique perspective on her captivity, filled with moments of dark humor amidst the fear and uncertainty. As she recounts the brutal destruction of her Lancaster town and the tragic fate of its residents, Rowlandson portrays her captors through a lens of conflict and misunderstanding. This groundbreaking work was one of the first captivity narratives published by a woman, influencing countless modern stories, including the ...

The Freedom & Captivity Podcast presents conversations with people at the forefront of abolitionist organizing and visioning in Maine. A new episode is launched weekly during fall 2021. The episodes will cover a broad range of issues, from abolition’s history in Maine to current calls to end youth incarceration; from alternatives to punishment that prioritize harm reduction and a different approach to drug policy to the impact on families of the criminal legal system; from the disproportionate policing experiences by Black and brown people to the use of surveillance to monitor political ...

An insider dialogue that invites the listener to pull up a seat at the table with A-list creatives from a variety of disciplines. They share their insights on the process, craft, and inspiration. Join us for a better understanding of this elusive muse every Thursday with Pat Hazell (Seinfeld, The Tonight Show) and his friends as they demystify the transferable nature of creativity. Produced by: Sweetwood Creative In Partnership with Stoney Island Audio

Embark on an extraordinary journey of survival and resilience with 'Narrative of My Captivity Among Sioux Indians' by Fanny Kelly. Step into the captivating world of the Sioux Indians as Fanny Kelly recounts her harrowing experiences of captivity. This gripping audio narrative offers a firsthand account of the trials, tribulations, and unexpected bonds formed during her time among the Sioux tribe. Whether you're a history buff, interested in Native American culture, or simply love a riveting memoir, this is a must-listen. Join us as we traverse the plains, navigate the complexities of cultural...

John Jewitt, a blacksmith turned captive, shares his harrowing survival tale from 1803 to 1806 among the Nuu-chah-nulth people of Nootka Sound, Canada. After a deadly attack on his trading vessel, Jewitt finds himself spared by tribal chief Maquinna, only to be enslaved and put to work repairing weaponry and crafting survival tools. His detailed memoir offers valuable insight into the traditions and way of life of the Pacific Northwest indigenous tribes.

From 1754 to 1755, the slave ship Hare completed a journey from Newport, Rhode Island, to Sierra Leone and back to the United States - a journey that transformed more than 70 Africans into commodities, condemning some to death and the rest to a life of bondage in North America. In this engaging narrative, Sean Kelley painstakingly reconstructs this tumultuous voyage, detailing everything from the identities of the captain and crew to their wild encounters with inclement weather, slave traders, and near-mutiny.