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Rosamund Pike stars as Edith Wilson in "Edith!" a scripted comedy podcast exploring the untold true-ish story of America's secret First Female President. After President Woodrow Wilson suffered a massive, paralyzing stroke in the White House, Edith Wilson did the unthinkable: she told no one. And for almost a year following the end of World War I, Edith Wilson acted as the de facto unelected President. She would sign documents as him. She would fire people as him. She would even cause international incidents as him. And all along the way, enemies both internal and external, inched closer to ...

Step back in time with Old New York (1924), a captivating collection of four novellas by Edith Wharton—False Dawn, The Old Maid, The Spark, and New Years Day. Set against the backdrop of upper-class New York City society, these stories explore the intricate dynamics and social mores of the 1840s through the 1870s, illuminating the lives and struggles of its characters. - Summary from Wikipedia

Dive into the enchanting world of Maoriland Fairy Tales, where history and mythology intertwine. These tales, rooted in oral tradition, serve as a living record of the past, preserving the stories of Atua (gods) and notable encounters with pakeha (settlers). Experience the richness of whakapapa—the intricate family lines that tell of ancestral journeys, battles, and the resilience of Māori culture. From the captivating tales of taniwha, mysterious guardians of sacred places, to the strategic brilliance of Māori warriors that challenged British forces, each story offers a glimpse into a ...

Edith L. Cavell (1865–1915) was a courageous British nurse who served during World War I, caring for soldiers from both the Allied and German sides. Her remarkable bravery led her to assist around 200 Allied soldiers in escaping from German-occupied Belgium, an act for which she was arrested, court-martialed, and ultimately sentenced to death for treason. Despite efforts to appeal her sentence, she was executed by a German firing squad just hours after the verdict was announced, sparking global sorrow and outrage. In her honor, numerous memorials sprang up worldwide, including a statue ...

Surprisingly, the study of accomplished womens careers is often overlooked. This podcast aims to rectify that by bringing you short biographies of some of the most remarkable women in history. Their inspiring, selfless lives have influenced countless others and we hope they will inspire you, our listeners, to channel your own lives into meaningful paths. - Summary by Edith Horton, Author

Bask in glorious descriptions of Italy as Edith Wharton travels through the Pennine Alps, Tuscany, Rome, and Milan, often using the backgrounds of great paintings and sculptures to enhance the experience.

One of the classic works on interior decoration, Edith Wharton’s The Decoration of Houses offers a comprehensive look at the history and character of turn-of-the-century interior design. Co-written with architect Ogden Codman, Jr., this invaluable reference provides us with numerous keen and practical axioms for house design, such as (1) The better the house, the less need for curtains, and (2) the height of a well-proportioned doorway should be twice its width.

In 1907, two young women, Ida Mary and Edith Ammons, bid their father farewell in St. Louis and embarked on a daring journey to South Dakota. Raised on tales of the Wild West, they dreamed of forging their own path on the prairie homestead near the Land of the Burnt Thigh - the Lower Brulé Indian Reservation. Despite the harsh prairie conditions and their glaring lack of preparation, they were determined to succeed. The challenges were immense, as even seasoned homesteaders struggled against the relentless summer droughts and bone-chilling winters. My ma says well starve and freeze yet, ...

Dive into the captivating travelogue of Miss Mitton, an unconventional English author of her era. As an unmarried woman in her early 30s, she ventured into the less-explored realms of Burma and Ceylon in the early 1900s. Her vividly picturesque language and her typical Edwardian era views towards the locals offer an intriguing insight into that epoch. The enchanting aura of Burma, a hidden gem for wanderers then and now, comes alive in her records. A must-listen for those intrigued by Edwardian travel, societal attitudes, and womens issues during the Edwardian colonial period. (Summary by Mary...

Discover the extraordinary lives of Jane Austens sailor brothers in Jane Austens Sailor Brothers by Edith & John Hubback. This in-depth biography delves into the naval careers of Francis and Charles Austen, their relationship with their renowned sister, and how they influenced her iconic works. Learn about the Austen family and the vibrant naval world of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. Walk alongside Francis and Charles as they brave the Napoleonic Wars and travel to far-flung regions like the West Indies and Australia. The Hubbacks, also descendants of the Austen family, ...

Parlar de para dentro y de para afuera. Siempre habrá cosas que se queden resonando en nuestro interior, y otras que es mejor consonarlas en compañía. Para eso es este podcast.

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Fritzi Kraus und Edith Michaeler lieben Geschichten, Geschichte und vor allem Wien, die Stadt, in der sie leben. Darum geht es auch in ihrem Podcast "Erzähl mir von Wien". Die beiden spazieren durch Wien und unterhalten sich über bekannte und unbekannte Orte, prägende Persönlichkeiten und die vielen kuriosen Geschichten, die es an allen Ecken, in allen Grätzeln und Bezirken Wien zu entdecken gibt. Spazieren Sie mit uns www.erzaehlmirvon.wien Auf allen relevanten Podcast-Plattformen > Erzähl mir von Wien Auf Facebook, Instagram unter: @erzaehlmirvonwien #erzaehlmirvonwien #zeigmirwien