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This is the story of the war we won and the peace we lost, told with a clear historical perspective and a warm interest in the remarkable people who guided the United States through one of the most crucial periods. Foremost in the cast of characters is Woodrow Wilson, the shy, brilliant, revered, and misunderstood "schoolmaster", whose administration was a complex of apparent contradictions. 

Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of urban life and the interconnected stories that define a city on the rise, as suggested by the evocative title. This podcast invites listeners to explore the themes of ambition, social stratification, and the relentless pace of life in a metropolis like New York City. Each episode features a new complete audiobook that captures the essence of the bustling streets, the clash of cultures, and the personal dramas that unfold amidst the backdrop of historical change. This is not a single story, but a series of unique explorations that reflect the energy, ...

Dive into Three Soldiers, a groundbreaking 1920 novel by American writer and critic John Dos Passos. Esteemed as one of the most significant American war novels of World War I, this work remains a cornerstone of the realist war narrative. H.L. Mencken, a prominent literary critic of his time, heralded the book in the Smart Set, asserting that Until Three Soldiers is forgotten and fancy achieves its inevitable victory over fact, no war story can be written in the United States without challenging comparison with it. Mencken noted how Dos Passos unflinching realism reshaped American perceptions ...

In his captivating semi-autobiographical debut novel, John Dos Passos takes us on a gripping journey through the eyes of young Martin Howe, an ambulance driver on the tumultuous French front during World War I. Experience the chaos and camaraderie of war as Martin navigates the challenges of battle, loss, and personal growth. - Summary by Mark Leder