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Dive into a captivating collection of sketches and stories that, while fictionalized, are deeply rooted in reality. Based on my firsthand experiences as a Special Correspondent for a London newspaper, these tales unfold against the backdrop of France and Flanders. I had the privilege of meeting Private Pinkerton—a remarkable young English gentleman, a skilled fighter, and an extraordinary shot. Despite his shyness in recounting his own tales, he was a beloved figure among his peers, embodying both kindness and courage. Join me as we explore the life of a millionaire whose charm and bravery ...

In this captivating memoir, Harold Ashton lifts a small corner of the wars curtain to share his remarkable experiences—a week navigating the North Sea and a whirlwind of days in Northern France. He artfully weaves together the threads of both tragedy and comedy as they unfolded around him. The tragedy is stark and unvarnished, while the comedy offers a glimmer of hope amidst the darkest times. With each ring of his little bell, he invites us to smile even when the music may seem out of tune. At the onset of the First World War, Ashton took on the role of War Correspondent for The Daily News,...

A fabulously entertaining audiobook from the ultimate authority on those almost believable tales that always happen to a "friend of a friend". Alligators in the sewers? A pet in the microwave? A tragic misunderstanding of the function of cruise control? No, it didn't really happen to your friend's sister's neighbor: It's an urban legend. And no matter how savvy you think you are, you are sure to find in this collection of more than 200 tales at least one story you would have sworn was true.

News in the world of the paranormal. Jim and Dar Harold report on news in the ghostly, UFO and cryptid realms every week! The Paranormal Report originally ran from 2010 - 2016 with Jim Harold as a co-host. This new show returns with the same spirit (pun entirely intended). This feed formerly hosted Jim & Dar's old show You Won't Believe What Happened To Me!

Le PovreCast c'est un podcast avec zéro moyen. Harold et Fred s'échangent leurs avis sur la pop culture (séries, films, musique), la geek culture, le sport et répondent à une question philosophique posée par un(e) abonné(e) à chaque épisode.Le Podcast est participatif et est enregistré en live en public.Le Povrecast contient beaucoup de Spoilers sur les séries et films abordés. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

TRUE Ghost stories, hauntings, shadow people, demons, UFOs, cryptids and more! Everyday people share their personal stories of paranormal phenomena. This feed reflects the last 90 days of content, Jim Harold's Campfire has been in production since 2009 with over 700 episodes. Hosted by Jim Harold.

Jim Harold interviews authors and experts on true crime. Past guests have included Pulitzer Prize winners, best selling authors and popular true crime podcasters.

Mining information from mythology, folklore, religious texts, and fairy tales from around the world, a foremost expert on symbols explains word origins and their meanings. The ultimate symbols are the letters and words in language as Bayley moves beyond mere pictures to understand the vital messages that have been ignored or lost across the centuries.

Classic horror tales told by Cassandra Harold. We feature stories from Poe, Lovecraft, Stevenson, Dickens, Bierce and more. Jim Harold Media LLC respects writers' intellectual property. All fictional stories on Unpleasant Dreams are in the U.S. public domain, published before 1928.

Japan has always seemed a puzzle to most westerners - so modern, so industrialized, yet somehow so different. Japanese Society and History seeks to initiate westerners to the learning process of making Japan seem a little less mysterious and a little more understandable. This book walks readers through some of the important features of Japanese society to help readers begin slowly forming a more complete picture of Japan.

In Soul of a People, Englishman H. Fielding delves into the rich tapestry of beliefs held by the Burmese people. He presents a clear yet comprehensive exploration of Buddhism, shedding light on how the people of Myanmar embody their faith in daily life. Fielding also unveils the fascinating folk practices surrounding Nats—the spirits of those who have endured traumatic deaths and now seek solace among ancient trees. Drawing from his extensive time spent in Burma, Fielding offers an intimate, first-hand narrative that reveals his deep admiration for this unique culture. Originally ...

Macbeth is one of William Shakespeare's more brilliantly populated plays and remains among the most widely read. Award-winning writer and beloved professor Harold Bloom investigates Macbeth's interiority and unthinkable actions with razor-sharp insight, agility, and compassion. He also explores his own personal relationship to the character. The book also becomes an extraordinarily moving argument for literature as a path to and a measure of our humanity.

A podcast for older adults, dedicated to meaningful topics and motivating those who believe that getting older is a chance to keep growing.

A podcast for older adults, dedicated to meaningful topics and motivating those who believe that getting older is a chance to keep growing.

Pagan Madonna is a gripping tale from the pen of Harold MacGrath, set against the exotic backdrop of Shanghai. The narrative weaves a web of intrigue, murder, and illicit art dealing. The lives of Jean Norman, a US Red Cross nurse, Ling Foo, a cunning pawn shop owner, and Anthony Cleigh, a wealthy art aficionado, become intricately intertwined over a mysterious string of beads. In this world, every action is dictated by the whims of Chance – the Pagans Blind Madonna.

Learning from the past to embrace the present, we here strive for truth and nothing less. Join us as we venture out to learn the truth about the self and how we came to be.

series of short stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover how to avoid the financial planning pitfalls that have trapped so many people just like you. Harold Green, creator of the Rapid Retire Financial Planning Process, and his guest experts will reveal the insider secrets of retiring early. It's time to live your life AND still invest in your future. Start today by listening to the Sunset Seekers Podcast.

In 1983 Chicago elected Harold Washington as the city's first black mayor. This is the story of Washington's improbable victory over Jane Byrne, heir to the late Richard J. Daley's political empire, and over Daley's eldest son. It's the story of a coalition outside the party's mainstream coming to power and ruling in the country's most political of cities. In Fire on the Prairie, Gary Rivlin reveals the personalities and philosophies of those who were at the center of events, from black separatists such as Lu Palmer to community organizers such as Jesse Jackson....

In Unwelcome Guests, Harold S. Wechsler and Steven J. Diner argue that discrimination in college admissions has a long and troubling history in the US. Institutions of higher learning have vigorously sought to shape their mission and the experiences of their undergraduate students by paying careful attention to race and religion in admissions decisions. Wechsler and Diner explore how American colleges and universities sought to restrict enrollment of students they considered undesirable.