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Discover the captivating world of New Zealand modernist Katherine Mansfield in her first collection of short stories. Drawing inspiration from her travels, Mansfield skillfully captures the essence of German life on the eve of World War I, weaving a tapestry of tales that reflect the complexities of human experience. (Introduction by S. Kovalchik)

‘An elegant, densely textured work, like a tapestry … A welcome contribution to polar studies.’ Sara Wheeler, Spectator ‘[MacInness] handles the whole thing with masterly skill…takes us to the heart of the hope, love, anguish and grief’ The Times The men of Captain Scott’s Polar...

Katherine Pangonis explores five forgotten cities of the Mediterranean: Syracuse, Antioch, Ravenna, Tyre and Carthage. Each of these of these ancient cities has a claim to have been the centre of the world in its own time. Their fascinating entwined history takes in Alexander the Great, the Byzantine general Maniakes, and the Roman, Byzantine, Arab and Norman conquests. All were once major power centres that have declined into relative obscurity - but their glory still lingers for those who seek it out.

History Mixtapes explores how music and history intertwine. We will explore how the past can come alive by using music as a primary source, but also think about how listening to music and musical exploration can help us see the past through different lenses and lead us into new ways of connecting. We all tell stories with music: in playlists or mix tapes or other myriad mechanisms. And no one puts their story -- or the past's story -- to the same soundtrack.

Spanning three centuries and eight thousand nautical miles, and compiled by a direct descendant of a sailor who waged war with pirates in the early nineteenth century, The Penguin Book of Pirates takes us behind the eye patches, the peg legs, and the skull and crossbones of the Jolly Roger and into the no-man’s-land of piracy that is rife with paradoxes and plot twists.

Two pals. One museum artefact. Millennia of queer history unlocked before your very ears Podcast episodes released fortnightly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast is made by Gateway Wolverhampton. We are a social club for adults with learning disabilities. This is all of our members work. We hope you enjoy what we make. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Kat in being unapologetically you! We will stand together without being sorry for who we are and what we believe. Kat wants to be able to spread love, joy, and anything happy and light during these days of hardship.

Strange things happen in Twillingdale and it's beauty masks the horrors that have taken place there. The truth has been kept a secret for centuries but now all is revealed. Each podcast has been written by Katherine McDermott and directed by Sian Berry and has been produced by the great team at Bamalam Productions who are based in Wigan, Greater Manchester. Photographs are by Shannon Landers and all illustrations are by Laura Crow. Check out our website at www.ravagedbytime.co.uk Email any feedback to info@ravagedbytime.co.uk

Ever wonder what historians think of big screen portrayals of the past? Flashback: American Historians on Movies brings you conversations between historians as they examine their own expertise through the lens of America's favorite historian – Hollywood. Each episode host Katie Fapp is joined by a guest to discuss how these movies work as pieces of history, what they get right or wrong about the past, and most importantly what they can tell us about our own relationship with it.

¿En qué año vivió Gengis Kan? ¿Fueron los sumerios creados por Aliens? ¿Existieron realmente los jardines de Babilonia? Descubre curiosidades históricas para lucirte en tus conversaciones y conquistar a tu crush.

In the midst of World War I, Mae Watkins, a University of Michigan student, finds herself unexpectedly swept off her feet by a Chinese international law student. Defying societal norms, the couple bravely decides to marry and navigate an uncertain future together. After relocating to Shanghai, Mae reveals her exceptional talent for observing and articulating the nuances of a foreign culture. She shares vivid descriptions of Chinese fashion and cuisine, while also delving into complex customs like foot binding and widow suicide, all with a deep sense of compassion for her Chinese family, both ...

Abbie and Kate discuss occult crimes, paranormal investigations, urban legends & strange happenings...Are you a believer? New episode every week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An addictively illuminating, often hilarious, conversational podcast about the surprising histories behind the foods we love. Hosted by independent journalist and food anthropologist, Katherine Spiers (LA Times, LA Weekly, KCET, Eater, How to Eat L.A.). Guests include Anthony Bourdain, Georgia Hardstark, Jacques Pepin, Llewellyn Clarke, Sarah Kuhn, Claudette Zepeda, Jon Garbus, Danny Trejo, Flula Borg and many other compelling people who eat food!

Two friends that appreciate true crime talk about life, friendship but mostly murder and mysterious sightings. Join us as we discuss crime and allow us to lighten up your day with our not so jolly stories. 

En este podcast hablaremos sobre toda la historia de vida de Martin Heidegger, sus obras más importantes, sus principales frases, sucesos importantes a lo largo de su vida. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.