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First published in 1875, General William T. Sherman's memoir was one of the first from the Civil War and was offered to the public because, as Sherman wrote in his dedication, "no satisfactory history" of the war was yet available. Although Memoirs has been revised and corrected many times over the years, Sherman famously never changed the original text of his recollections.

Fredric Jameson’s most wide-ranging work seeks to crystalize a definition of ”postmodernism”. Jameson’s inquiry looks at the postmodern across a wide landscape, from “high” art to “low” from market ideology to architecture, from painting to “punk” film, from video art to literature.

Ace your TGPSC exams with expert tips, strategies, and insights. Dive into discussions, current affairs, with top achievers to stay motivated and on track to success in Telangana's public service.Produced by TeluguOne.For Sponsorships and Promotions reach out to us at teluguonepodcasts@gmail.com✨ Contact - +91 9160311880Radio : www.teluguoneradio.comTelugu One : https://www.youtube.com/@teluguoneBhakthi One : https://www.youtube.com/@BhaktiOneKids One : https://www.youtube.com/@kidsoneTori Rj's Adda : https://www.youtube.com/@ToriRJsAddaRead less

Presidents Are People Too! transforms American presidents into real-life people - complete with flaws, quirks, and scandals you won't find in history books.

In an era of global conflict and turmoil, The Independent's World Affairs Editor, Sam Kiley, speaks to the people on the frontline of the discussions that are shaping our future. World of Trouble is the podcast that makes sense of an ever-changing planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conversations & explorations with newsy photographer Jerome Whittingham.Expect to hear topics that interest me locally in North Staffordshire, regionally, nationally, and even internationally!NATURE • CONSERVATION • CULTURE • ARTS • CHARITY • COMMUNITY • SOCIAL ENTERPRISE • BUSINESSWhy as a photographer do I publish this podcast? Well, because words and sounds create pictures too.Get in touch with me anytime if you have something interesting and/or newsy to share.JeromeEmail: hello@jeromew.news

Twice a month, ordinary British people will bring you their take on the past two weeks' worth of news, entertainment and culture.

Old Gits New Tricks (OGNT) brings back two internet OGs, Mark Lyford and Brad Gosse, 14 years after their original No B.S. Podcast. Now in their 50s, they talk business, tech, crypto, AI, culture and life with zero filters and plenty of humour. Real stories. Real opinions. No fluff. Just two old gits learning new tricks.

Science fiction and fantasy comprise some of the great works of the human imagination—and some of the most abhorrent. This is your Politically Incorrect Guide® to a literary tradition that is a key to understanding the modern world.

Made by Steve's friends, with Steve friends.

Hosted by journalist Mallika Kapur, The Next Edition dives headfirst into the glorious creative mess that lies behind every masterpiece. We explore the discarded drafts, alternate endings and deleted scenes and reveal what writers, filmmakers, journalists, and artists are itching to add to the next edition of their iconic creations. The most compelling chapter of a story might not be the one we know, but the one that’s yet to be told. Because a story is never truly done.

To solve America’s toughest challenges, we need to begin by listening to each other’s stories. The America’s Why Project (AWP) creates a space for conversations that invite Americans from all walks of life—and friends of America around the world—to explore their perspectives on America’s past, present, and future. By opening our ears and opening our hearts, we can start to rebuild mutual trust and rediscover our shared purpose. One story, one conversation, one open mic at a time.

True Crime Discussion

When the Great War broke out in August 1914, Thomas Mann, like so many people on both sides of the conflict, was exhilarated. Finally, the era of decadence that he had anatomized in Death in Venice had come to an end; finally, there was a cause worth fighting and even dying for, or, at least when it came to Mann himself, writing about. Mann immediately picked up his pen to compose a paean to the German cause. Soon after, his elder brother and lifelong rival, the novelist Heinrich Mann, responded with a no less determined denunciation.

History meets geopolitics in this podcast as we go behind today’s headlines and learn about the strengths and weaknesses of modern nations. Why do certain countries behave the way they do? What do they fear the most? And what does their history mean for our future?

Serving as the first relational study of antiracism in France, Natives against Nativism observes how claims to indigeneity have been deployed in multiple directions, both in the ongoing struggle for migrant rights and racial justice, and in white nativist claims in France today.

In this biography, written long before the significance of Mozart's work was fully realized, Holmes reveals the musician's character and genius, his struggles, his influence on art, and the brilliant reputations that surrounded him.

"Dive into the captivating life of one of the most polarizing figures in modern American politics with the "Marjorie Taylor Greene Biography Flash" podcast. Uncover the personal journey, political rise, and controversies surrounding this dynamic and outspoken congresswoman from Georgia. Through in-depth interviews, historical analysis, and compelling storytelling, this podcast offers a comprehensive and objective exploration of Marjorie Taylor Greene's background, key moments, and the impact she has had on the American political landscape. Whether you're a ardent supporter, fierce critic, or ...

Danny Goldberg's new book is a subjective history of 1967, the year he graduated from high school. It is, he writes, "an attempt at trying to remember the culture that mesmerized me, to visit the places and conversations I was not cool enough to have been a part of." It is also a refreshing and new analysis of the era; by looking at not only the political causes, but also the spiritual, musical, and psychedelic movements, Goldberg provides a unique perspective on how and why the legacy of 1967 lives on today.

When Anna Broinowski learned that fracking had invaded downtown Sydney, she had a brilliant idea: she would seek guidance for a kryptonite-powerful, anti-fracking movie from the world's greatest propaganda factory - apart from Hollywood. After two years of trying, she was allowed to make her case in Pyongyang and was granted full permission to film. She worked closely with the leading lights of North Korean cinema, even playing an American in a military thriller.