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An engrossing and revolutionary biography of Isabella of Castile, the controversial Queen of Spain who sponsored Christopher Columbus's journey to the New World, established the Spanish Inquisition, and became one of the most influential female rulers in history Born at a time when Christianity...

Here is the first full-length biography of a much maligned but astonishingly colourful Queen of England. In Newgate Street, in the city of London, stand the meagre ruins of Christ Church. On the same site once stood a royal mausoleum set to rival Westminster Abbey in the 14th century. Among the many crowned heads buried there was Isabella of France, Edward II's queen - one of the most notorious femme fatales in history. But how did she acquire her evil reputation? And is it justified?

Step into the world of Victorian Britain with Mrs. Beetons, an essential guide to managing a household. First published in 1861, this remarkable book quickly became a bestseller, selling millions of copies in just a few years. Delve into the intricacies of cookery as Mrs. Beeton takes you on a journey from the birth of animals to their presentation on the dining table. Discover practical tips on caring for poultry during moulting season, weaning calves, curing hams, salting cod, carving mutton, and so much more. (Summary by Wikipedia and Sarah Jennings)

China has become deeply integrated into the world economy. Yet, gradual marketization has facilitated the country's rise without leading to its wholesale assimilation to global neoliberalism. This book uncovers the fierce contest about economic reforms that shaped China's path.

In 1474, a 23-year-old woman ascended the throne of Castile, the largest and strongest kingdom in Spain. Ahead of her lay the considerable challenge not only of being a young female ruler in an overwhelmingly male-dominated world but also of reforming a major European kingdom that was riddled with crime, corruption, and violent political factionism. Her pivotal reign was long and transformative, uniting Spain and setting the stage for its golden era of global dominance.

Legge Fabio FabianoLa passione Isabella Silvestri per il mondo controverso dell’intelligence, l’ha portata a un lungo viaggio tra le informative declassificate, i memorandum riservati e le fredde valutazioni degli analisti americani che, durante gli anni di piombo, in Italia e all’estero, cercavano di capire chi muoveva i fili e se la democrazia italiana stesse per crollare.Un’epoca che abbiamo cercato a lungo di decifrare, concentrandoci sui nomi italiani: Brigate Rosse, Nuclei Armati Rivoluzionari, P2, Gladio...

On the morning of Isabella's birthday in 1944, she and her family were deported to Auschwitz, the Nazi extermination camp. There she and her siblings fought the greatest evil in human history with the only weapon they had: love. Isabella's Pulitzer-nominated memoir will take you into a world of darkness where she will reveal humanity described in the voice of a poet.

A sparklingly strange odyssey through the kaleidoscope of America's new spirituality: the cults, practices, high priests and prophets of our supposedly post-religion age. Fifty-five years have passed since the cover of Time magazine proclaimed the death of God and while participation in...

What if being yourself is the real reinvention—be inspired by stories of historical women who dared to be themselves.Roots & Reinvention explores the raw, emotional journeys of women in history who defied expectations, and rebuilt their lives from scratch on their own terms. These are stories of women who changed the world by choosing to be themselves—no matter the cost.Whether you're navigating divorce and rebuilding your identity, facing midlife and questioning everything, dealing with career change or job loss, adjusting to an empty nest, grieving a profound loss, feeling stuck in the ...

These are the valiant and lyrically descriptive letters, written in 1873, by Isabella Bird, a courageous and spirited Englishwoman, telling her sister of her adventures on horseback over 800 miles of American wilderness.

Journey with Isabella L. Bird, a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society, as she delves into the heart of Korea from 1894 to 1897. Renowned for her engaging style, Bird takes readers on a vivid adventure through both North and South Korea, offering a rich tapestry of the landscapes, people, and customs of the then Hermit Kingdom. Bird’s exploration coincided with a period of tremendous upheaval in Korea, a time when Japan occupied the nation and relationships deteriorated, prompting her to flee to Manchuria and later Russia. She returned to a drastically changed Korea, where she ...

Among the Tibetans is an enthralling account of a daring journey through Tibet by the fearless English traveller, Isabella L. Bird. Known for her adventurous spirit and meticulous observations, Bird embarked on this expedition during an era when such solitary travels, especially for women, were considered perilous. This podcast vividly brings to life her detailed descriptions of the stunning Tibetan landscapes, exotic flora, unique customs, and religious practices of the local people. Listen in to this fascinating narrative and experience the mystique of a world long vanished.

"La pecora nera" è il podcast di Cristiana Pulcinelli e Isabella Longo che racconta le storie di chi sceglie di andare controcorrente, rompere gli schemi e sfidare le convenzioni. Alcuni abbracciano questa etichetta con orgoglio, altri la rifiutano, ma tutti hanno dovuto fare i conti con il loro essere diversi.Attraverso racconti e riflessioni, il podcast esplora il significato di essere una pecora nera: chi non si conforma alle regole non scritte della società, chi sceglie percorsi radicali e spesso ne paga il prezzo in solitudine o incomprensione. Ma proprio da questa diversità nasce la ...

L’évolution de la société déstabilise fondamentalement le rôle des hommes. Depuis l’enfance, les hommes sont bombardés d’injonctions: sois comme-ci, sois comme ça, les hommes ça ne pleurent pas. Beaucoup d’hommes sont déboussolés. On les accuse aujourd’hui d’être le Mal du Siècle. Les dirigeants et chefs d’entreprises sont en première ligne : leur valeur sociale est liée à la valeur de leur société. En gros “Dis moi quel est ton EBITDA, je te dirais qui tu es”. Ils doivent chaque jour partir à la conquête de leur marché, inspirer leurs ...

Isabella Dalla Vecchia presenta il podcast "gatti tutta la vita" con miti, leggende, curiosità a tema gatti. Dai gatti famosi alle divinità feline, dai monumenti curiosi e particolari ai quadri più strani. Ogni episodio è frutto di un'appassionata ricerca storica e mitologica, oltre che una raccolta di informazioni sul posto.Isabella Dalla Vecchia già conosciuta per la rubrica Misteri Bestiali di Radio Mediaset, è apparsa in TV nazionali (Italia 1, RAI 1, RAI 2, Focus TV), radio nazionali (Radio Deejay, RAI Radio 2, Radio Mediaset) e riviste di settore (Quattrozampe, Arca di Noè, ...

Quem Quiser Saber Quem Sou é um podcast onde você vai conhecer outras versões de histórias gaúchas. Nas vozes de Bianca Scottá e Isabella Schmitt você irá voltar no tempo e descobrir novos enfoques pouco conhecidos do povo do sul. Tudo é feito a partir de muita pesquisas, conversas com historiadores, buscas por referências populares - e uma certa dupla de humor e leveza - que nos ajudaram a investigar e a recontar essas histórias!

A podcast all about historic needlework and those who stitched it, hosted by your local historic needlework expert, Isabella Rosner.

Ask anyone about the significance of the year 1492, and you're almost certain to hear something about Christopher Columbus and the discovery of the New World. But there is also a perspective on 1492 far different than the one most of us know-one that is more complete and complex. A 1492 when there was no country called Spain and no language called Spanish.

"The Constitutional Rights of the Women of the United States" is an address by Isabella Beecher Hooker delivered at the International Council of Women on March 30, 1883. Isabella believed that laws to protect the rights of women had to be enacted and that the right to vote was not sufficient.

I'm Isla, a 21 year old with wild hair and a deep mind, and I talk to inspiring individuals who go against the grain 👣