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In this beguiling, incisive book, critically acclaimed writer Katherine Angel examines the place of fathers in contemporary culture with her characteristic mix of boldness and nuance, asking how the mixture of love and hatred we feel toward our fathers—and patriarchal father figures—can be turned into a relationship that is generative rather than destructive.

Annawadi is a makeshift settlement in the shadow of luxury hotels near the Mumbai airport, and as India starts to prosper, Annawadians are electric with hope. Abdul, a reflective and enterprising Muslim teenager, sees "a fortune beyond counting" in the recyclable garbage that richer people throw away. Asha, a woman of formidable wit and deep scars from a childhood in rural poverty, has identified an alternate route to the middle class: political corruption.

An energizing case for hope about the climate comes from Rebecca Solnit, called “the voice of the resistance” by the New York Times, and climate activist Thelma Young Lutunatabua, along with a chorus of voices calling on us to rise to the moment. Not Too Late is the book for anyone who is despondent, defeatist, or unsure about climate change and seeking answers. As the contributors to this volume make clear, the future will be decided by whether we act in the present—and we must act to counter institutional inertia, fossil fuel interests, and political obduracy. T

The brilliant and sometimes scandalous lives of twenty-one women who made French history. From Eleanor of Aquitaine to Edith Piaf, Colette to Coco Chanel, discover the lives of 21 women who made French history. French women have always had so much more to say than ‘let them eat cake’! Whether kicking the English out of Orléans, marching on Versailles or running messages for the French resistance, their stories of courage, creativity and genius have long defined French history.

A voice for the voiceless

#1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER PULITZER PRIZE WINNER The captivating inside story of the woman who helmed the Washington Post during one of the most turbulent periods in the history of American media: the scandals of the Pentagon Papers and Watergate In this widely acclaimed memoir ("Riveting...

Host Katherine Davies lifts the lid on liberal democracy, why it's important and how we can save it. Katherine interviews inspiring defenders of democracy, in your street and around the world, and asks what individuals can do to help save democracy.

The Dream Blueprint is where we explore the architecture of a life that makes sense. Hosted by Katherine Craddock — mother of six, dream builder, award-winning screenwriter, entrepreneur and builder of multiple successful businesses, and award‑winning screenwriter— this podcast is built on one core truth: your dream isn’t random. It’s a blueprint. And you’re meant to build it.Each episode invites you into the deeper structure of calling, clarity, and courage — the inner framework that shapes the life you were designed for. Through story, reflection, and grounded teaching, you’...

The book follows the life of Clodagh Asshlin, an Irish girl brought up with her younger sister by her spendthrift father in the wilds of the Irish countryside. When her father dies, she marries the much older friend of her father who pays off all the family’s debts. They move to Italy, where Clodagh falls in with a fast crowd where she is easily led by her naivete and youth down the wrong paths. However, eventually she sees sense and her life takes a turn for the better. - Summary by Simon Evers

To this day, Easter Island, with its magnificent stone structures, remains an enigma. Katherine Routledge was part of an exhaustive archaeological expedition to try and find answers. While the study was enlightening, it did not answer all the questions the party had. Some critics suggested it was unsuccessful for not solving the riddle. Others said it was disappointing as it removed all mystery from the island. The truth was somewhere in the middle. - Summary by LynneT

The third and final book following Rosanna and her friends as Girl Scouts. This book focuses on Claire Maslin, a new girl to town, who is finding it difficult to fit in. She struggles with her identity and relationships, especially due to her differences, like her unique experiences and her red hair. In parallel is the story of Mable Brewster, who is also struggling and in need of the scout's support as she goes on a journey of self-exploration and experiments with living on her own. This book is an engaging exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the meaning of sacrifice within the context of...

In a long overdue contribution to geography and social theory, Katherine McKittrick offers a new and powerful interpretation of Black women's geographic thought. In Canada, the Caribbean, and the United States, Black women inhabit diasporic locations marked by the legacy of violence and slavery. Analyzing diverse literatures and material geographies, McKittrick reveals how human geographies are a result of racialized connections and how spaces that are fraught with limitation are underacknowledged but meaningful sites of political opposition.

For more than a decade, Katherine Zoepf has lived in or traveled throughout the Arab world, reporting on the lives of women, whose role in the region has never been more in flux. Only a generation ago, female adolescence as we know it in the West did not exist in the Middle East. There were only children and married women. Today, young Arab women outnumber men in universities, and a few are beginning to face down religious and social tradition in order to live independently, to delay marriage, and to pursue professional goals.

Cuentos que no son cuentos es un podcast de microhistorias reales que nacen de la memoria cotidiana de las personas. A partir de pequeñas “puertas” —una frase, una foto, un objeto, un lugar o incluso un silencio— este espacio abre conversaciones donde aparecen recuerdos, experiencias y relatos que han marcado la vida de quienes los cuentan. Historias simples, profundas y humanas que nos recuerdan que todos tenemos algo que contar.

Hyp Talks is a podcast exploring subconscious healing, emotional wellbeing, and personal transformation through conversations with practitioners across many healing modalities.We explore topics like anxiety, trauma, relationships, self-worth, and life transitions—unpacking how different approaches can support deep, lasting change.

The remarkable woman at heart of the smash New York Times bestseller and Oscar-winning film Hidden Figures tells the full story of her life, including what it took to work at NASA, help land the first man on the moon, and live through a century of turmoil and change. In 2015, at the age of 97...

Tales of a Latina is a talk series spotlighting unfiltered conversations with trailblazing Latinx voices across media, comedy, culture, and more. Hosted by Katherine K. Nunez, each episode dives into identity, legacy, and the power of storytelling to break barriers and uplift community. From rising stars to industry vets, we’re sharing the mic with the voices shaping our future. 🎙 Real stories. Real people. Real impact.

Before We Get It Right is a podcast community for moms who are done pretending they have it all together. Hosted by Leah and Katherine, two real moms having real conversations about motherhood, business, identity, burnout, boundaries, and everything in between. This is your safe corner for the messy middle. A place where moms can exhale, find genuine connection, and the courage to trust their intuition. Whether you're navigating mom guilt, figuring out who you are outside of your kids, building a business, or just trying to get through the long days, you are not alone in this. This is the mom ...

Bloadcast highlights the stories of humans who choose, in moments of stress, to be less. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A podcast that showcases the raw first-hand voices of the wrongfully convicted, their story, and the fight for justice. Hosted by criminologists Dr. Rashaan DeShay and Dr. Katherine Polzer.Edited and Produced by Krystal Guerra