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James Romm seamlessly weaves together the life and written words, the moral struggles, political intrigue, and bloody vengeance that enmeshed Seneca the Younger in the twisted imperial family and the perverse, paranoid regime of Emperor Nero, despot and madman.

For top blogger, Ty Alexander, the grieving process is one that she lives with day-to-day. Learning from the pain of losing her mother, Alexander connects with her listeners on a deeply emotional level in this debut audiobook. From grief counseling to sharing insightful true stories, Alexander offers comfort, reassurance, and hope in the face of sorrow. The pain of loss is universal; yet, we all grieve differently.

In traditional Japanese culture, people eat, sleep and wear the seasons, from kimono motifs to petal-shaped sweets, and festivals dedicated to nature’s spectacular displays. This mindful celebration of nature leads to a deep awareness of the seasons, called kisetsukan. This audiobook reveals the hidden depths of kisetsukan, and how its concepts can transform your life.

In this New York Times bestselling book, learn the incredible story of Illinois senator and Iraq War veteran Tammy Duckworth and see what inspired her to follow the path that made her who she is today.​ In Every Day Is a Gift, Tammy Duckworth takes readers through the amazing—and amazingly...

There have been innumerable biographies for Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States - the leader most widely known for leading the US through the American Civil War and ending slavery, but none quite stand apart from the rest like The Every-Day Life of Abraham Lincoln, published in 2013.

Explore the riveting journey of Abraham Lincoln, as we traverse the significant locations of his life, from Indiana and Illinois to Washington. This comprehensive biography paints a vivid picture of Lincolns diverse roles - from a humble storekeeper and serviceman to a state legislator and lawyer, all the way to becoming a revered Republican Party leader and the President of the United States. Experience Lincolns early struggles as an emerging lawyer, his profound affection for Anne Rutledge, and the origins of the enduring Honest Abe myth. Gain insights into Lincolns deep-rooted concerns ...

Did you know that literally EVERY DAY is a holiday? I don’t know about you, but we love having a reason to celebrate everyday. In this new podcast from Talkocast Studios, the lovely Nicole presents listeners with the history and quirkyness of each daily holiday. Whether it’s your favorite food’s day or something else totally random, happy holiday to you!

Dr. Cooper has been an Adjunct Professor of History since 2015. He was nominated in 2019 and 2020 for the Instructional Excellence Award and holds some of the highest teacher ratings for two universities. Since 2009, and has also worked as a History, Psychology, and Government high school teacher. In addition, he has worked as a school leader as an Assistant Principal.Before choosing an educational career, Dr. Cooper owned and operated a successful computer business for 10 years that received high ratings for sales and customer service. He was a corporate trainer and district manager for a ...

History of Every Day is a daily exploration into what happened on this day in history and music for you to wake up to every day. Adding The History of Every Day to your favorites will also get you access to the History Missing Mystery Podcast where you will hear true life stories about everyday people who vanished throughout history never to be heard from again! Could you possibly solve the mystery?

Like its popular and acclaimed predecessors, Restoration London and Dr Johnson's London, this fascinating evocation of Elizabethan London is the result of the author's passionate interest in the practical details of everyday life and the conditions in which most people lived, which most history books ignore: the streets, houses and gardens; cooking, housework and shopping; clothes, jewellery and make-up; medicine and sex; education, etiquette and hobbies; religion, law and crime.

Stories from everyday people about things that don't happen everyday.

Looking for a quick and fun way to stay up-to-date on the National Days we are celebrating today? Look no further than the Celebrate Every Day podcast! In just two short minutes, Singer/Songwriter Anna Devere and National Day Calendar founder Marlo Anderson share fascinating stories and interesting facts about the National Day of the day. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for some entertaining trivia, this podcast is sure to satisfy. Tune in and join the celebration!

From poverty to pets, from medicine to magic, from slang to sex, from wallpaper to women's rights. A glorious portrait of life in London from 1660-1670 by the bestselling author of ELIZABETH'S LONDON.

As a nation of food-lovers we have been munching on fruit and veg, drinking tea and coffee, and using oils and spices for generations, but have you ever stopped to think how our most beloved foods came to be the way they are now? In Borough Market: Edible Histories, award-winning food writer Mark Riddaway takes us on a culinary journey through the most fascinating, surprising and downright bizarre stories behind Britain's favourite tipples and nibbles.

This first-hand, long-form account of surviving a non-fatal shooting conveys the physical, psychological and emotional damage just one bullet can cause in a way that's often missed by news stories about gun violence "survivors" in critical condition. Stronger Every Day: Healing After Gun Violence was produced by Tashawn Strother, Emily Previti and Stephanie Marudas of Kouvenda Media and mixed by Brad Linder through the Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting's Credible Messenger initiative, with additional support from the Stoneleigh Foundation. The Credible Messenger Reporting Project ...

All societies, in their very different ways, are orderly. The very term 'society' implies the existence of a degree of organisation and predictability to human life. Orderliness, however, is a matter of degree. It is neither total, nor totally absent. In recent times, however, such concerns have largely given way to a greater preoccupation with disorderliness: with significant and disruptive social change; with rising crime and anti-social behaviour; and with a variety of other social problems. But what has really been happening?

Our capital city has always been a thriving and colorful place, full of diverse and determined individuals developing trade and finance, exchanging gossip and doing business. Abandoned by the Romans, rebuilt by the Saxons, occupied by the Vikings and reconstructed by the Normans, London would become the largest trade and financial center, dominating the world in later centuries. London has always been a brilliant, vibrant, and eclectic place.

Tackling the Everyday shows how college football particularly harms the young Black men who are overrepresented on gridirons across the country. Although coaches and universities constantly invoke the misleading "football family" narrative, this book describes how a brotherhood among Black players operates alongside their caring mothers, who support them on and off the field. With a Black feminist approach—one that highlights often-overlooked voices—Canada exposes how race, gender, kinship, and care shape the lives of the young athletes who shoulder America's favorite game.

This audiobook presents a fundamental reinterpretation of changes to crime control in the age of the new police. It breaks new ground by providing a highly detailed, empirical analysis of everyday crime control in Victorian provincial cities - revealing the tremendous activity that ordinary people displayed in responding to crime - alongside a rich survey of police organization and policing in practice.

From jeans to emojis, from pizza to the Walkman — every icon of pop culture hides a secret history. Pop Origins takes you on a journey into the unexpected, funny, and sometimes controversial stories behind the things we wear, eat, watch, and love every day. Engaging, curious, and binge-worthy, this show reveals how ordinary objects became global symbols.