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In this original and trenchant work, Christina Sharpe interrogates literary, visual, cinematic, and quotidian representations of Black life that comprise what she calls the "orthography of the wake". Activating multiple registers of "wake" - the path behind a ship, keeping watch with the dead, coming to consciousness - Sharpe illustrates how Black lives are swept up and animated by the afterlives of slavery, and she delineates what survives despite such insistent violence and negation.

Commanded by Captain Howes Norris, the Sharon headed for the whaling grounds of the northwestern Pacific. At Pohnpei Island, 12 men from the Sharon deserted the ship, leaving her critically shorthanded. After steering for New Zealand to recruit more crew, the men on lookout raised a school of sperm whales. Two boats gave chase, each with a crew of six. Five men were left on board the Sharon: Norris, three pacific Islanders, and a Portuguese boy named Manuel.

Dive into the thrilling world of the Buccaneers‚a group of audacious adventurers whose daring exploits have captivated our imaginations. The author takes us on a journey through the vibrant islands of the West Indies and the treacherous Spanish Main, painting a vivid picture of both the present-day (circa 1923) landscapes and the dark, turbulent history of piracy during its Golden Age. With eloquent prose, the author explores the reckless bravery of these sea rogues, whose lives were steeped in gamble and glory. Expect a narrative rich with bloodshed and brutality, perfect for those who can ...

In this podcast, host Joseph Haynes engages in interview-style discussions with fascinating guests,uncovering the parts of their life stories that make them the people they are today. Haynes and his guests delve into topics such as: how history shapes our society and our personalities, how memory affects our behaviour, the nature and purpose of history, the media's role in the manufacturing and preservation of history, history's role in the culture war, objectivity vs. bias, and the role of academe on young impressionable minds.

Its December 8, 1941, and on the remote Wake Island—a small, vital outpost nestled between Hawaii and Guam—Marines of the 1st Defense Battalion are gearing up for another grueling day of war preparations that have consumed them for weeks. Meanwhile, the majestic Pan American Airways Philippine Clipper takes to the skies, soaring across the lagoon formed by the islets of Peale, Wake, and Wilkes, bound for Guam. However, this trans-Pacific journey will never reach its destination. - Summary by Robert Cressman

A rich, complex and engaging account of Cook's voyages across the Pacific, from actor and raconteur Sam Neill. Captain James Cook first set sail to the Pacific in 1768, just over 250 years ago. These vast waters, one third of the earth's surface, were uncharted but not unknown. A rich diversity...