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Arrested in 1962 as South Africa's apartheid regime intensified its brutal campaign against political opponents, 44-year-old lawyer and African National Congress activist Nelson Mandela had no idea that he would spend the next 27 years in jail. During his 10,052 days of incarceration, Mandela wrote hundreds of letters to unyielding prison authorities, fellow activists, government officials, and, most memorably, his courageous wife, Winnie, and his five children. Now, 255 of these letters, a majority of which were previously unpublished, provide the most intimate portrait of Mandela since Long Walk to Freedom.

No one could have predicted even two years ago that an African American would take the oath of office as president of the United States in January of 2009. For many, the occasion marks the climax to the civil rights movement and the fulfillment of Martin Luther King, Jr.'s dream that Americans could be judged on the content of their character and not the color of their skin. This collection, with about 400 letters from Americans of all walks of life, is being created to stand as a symbol of this exciting moment in history.

Join Elizabeth Bancroft as she navigates the vibrant social landscape of England from 1846 to 1849, a time of immense change in Europe. Accompanying her husband, esteemed historian George Bancroft, who served as the U.S. Ambassador, Elizabeths letters reveal intimate glimpses into the lives of prominent figures of the era. Through her correspondence with their sons, family, and even Mrs. Polk, we are transported into the heart of early Victorian England. Experience delightful dinners with Benjamin Disraeli, serene visits to Wordsworth, and weekends spent with luminaries like Louis Napoleon and...

Step into the world of Lady Duff-Gordon, a remarkable woman celebrated for both her beauty and intelligence. In Letters from Egypt, she shares a deeply personal collection of letters penned during her time in Egypt, where she sought solace for her tuberculosis. These heartfelt correspondences, addressed to her mother and husband, offer an intimate glimpse into her life along the Upper Nile. With warmth and candor, Lady Duff-Gordon invites you to experience her journey, revealing not only her thoughts and feelings but also the rich tapestry of her surroundings. Discover the profound connections...

John Locke (1632-1704) was a product of his troubled times: he lived through the English Civil War, the Interregnum, the Restoration, Monmouth’s Rebellion, the Bloody Assizes and the Glorious Revolution. His empirical thinking was very much directed at finding rational solutions to the root causes of those troubles.

Immerse yourself in the intriguing world of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart through the second volume of his personal letters, spanning from 1781 to 1791. Translated by Lady Wallace from Ludwig Nohls collection, this volume offers over 125 of Mozarts letters, accompanied by insightful introductions to various sections. Dive into the intimate thoughts and experiences of one of the worlds most celebrated composers, culminating in a poignant description of Mozarts final days, with a minor error in the date of his death. This is a must-listen for all music and history enthusiasts.

In 1887, an Egyptian woman made an astonishing discovery among the ruins of the heretic king Akhenaten's capital city, a site now known as Amarna. She found a cache of cuneiform tablets, nearly four hundred in all, that included correspondence between the pharaohs and the mightiest powers of the day, such as the Hittites, Babylonians, and Assyrians. Love, War, and Diplomacy tells the story of the Amarna Letters and the dramatic world of the Bronze Age they revealed.

The letters of John Knox provide a unique glimpse into his character and temperament, often more revealing than his formal writings. To fully appreciate the rich allusions within, one must consider his domestic life during his time in England. While residing in Berwick, Knox developed a close relationship with Mrs. Bowes, and a deep bond blossomed with her daughter, Marjory, with the mother’s enthusiastic approval for their union. However, this match faced fierce opposition from Marjorys relatives, particularly Sir Thomas Bowes, a notable diplomat who believed that an alliance with an ...

A Letter to a Hindu (also known as "A Letter to a Hindoo") was a letter written by Leo Tolstoy to Tarak Nath Das on 14 December 1908. The letter was written in response to two letters sent by Das, seeking support from the Russian author and thinker for India's independence from colonial rule. In A Letter to a Hindu, Tolstoy argued that only through the principle of love could the Indian people gain independence from colonial rule.

This is an audio recording of the official letter from President Donald J. Trump to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, formally titled Letter from President Donald J. Trump to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, regarding the impeachment inquiry. This is one of numerous public-record documents on or about the impeachment hearings that Audible has recorded in the last 60 days representing both sides of the aisle, and in this case, President Trump’s own perception of the impeachment proceedings.

Dive into the profound insights of Pope Leo XIII, who reigned from 20 February 1878 until his passing in 1903 at the remarkable age of 93. Born Vincenzo Gioacchino Raffaele Luigi Pecci, he was not only the oldest pope in history but also one of the most intellectually vibrant, shaping modern Catholic social teachings through his groundbreaking encyclical, Rerum Novarum. Known affectionately as the Rosary Pope, he authored an impressive eleven encyclicals on the rosary alone. This collection brings together thirty of his most influential encyclicals and letters, addressing a rich tapestry of ...

"If war spares me," wrote Vera Brittain to her brother, Edward, in 1916, "it will be my one aim to immortalise in a book the story of us four." Seventeen years later, Vera was to achieve her aim with the acclaimed Testament of Youth. This series of letters was the inspiration behind Testament. Written between Vera; her brother; her fiancé, Roland Leighton; and their two best friends, Victor Richardson and Geoffrey Thurlow, they give a unique perspective on the most horrifying conflict the world has ever seen.

The Letters of a Portuguese Nun (Les Lettres Portugaises), first published anonymously in Paris in 1669, sparked a literary sensation with their passionate and heartfelt content. This collection of five letters saw five editions released in its inaugural year and more than forty throughout the 17th century. A Cologne edition from 1669 suggested the Marquis de Chamilly as the recipient, but the true identity of the female author remained shrouded in mystery. Translated into numerous languages, these letters not only set the stage for the rise of sentimentalism in European culture but also paved...

Here are some of the best of Churchill’s letters, many of a more personal and intimate nature, presented in chronological order, with a preface to each letter explaining the context. The recipients include a vast range of people, including his schoolmaster, his American grandmother and former President Eisenhower. They are taken from within the Churchill Archive in Cambridge, where there is a mass of Churchill’s correspondence. Several of the letters included have never appeared in book form before.

'As a diarist I have chronicled the time through which I have lived in meticulous detail: but all that is history. What matters now is the future for those who will live through it. The past is the past but there may be lessons to be learned which could help the next generation to avoid mistakes their parents and grandparents made. Certainly at my age I have learned an enormous amount from the study of history.' (Tony Benn)

In Notes on Life and Letters, Conrad presents a captivating collection of twenty-six essays, which he described as a one-man show showcasing the multifaceted nature of his thoughts—literary, political, nostalgic, and often controversial, yet always grounded. His passionate critiques of Russian autocracy and reflections on Polands rich history and future aspirations resonate deeply. Conrad challenges the misguided notions surrounding the Titanic disaster, criticizing those who believe fewer lifeboats could have saved the day. Interspersed with these bold commentaries are tender reminiscences,...

The compelling WWII correspondence of Major Dick Winters, commander of the Band of Brothers.

Discover the profound insights of Pope Leo XIII (1810-1903) through his collection of eighty-eight Encyclicals penned during his remarkable twenty-five-year pontificate (1878-1903). This compilation features fifty-six of his most impactful letters, delving into a wide array of topics including the Rosary, socialism, Christian marriage, labor rights, freemasonry, the relationship between Church and state, human liberty, dueling, the Holy Eucharist, and much more. Join Maria Therese as she brings these timeless teachings to life.

Delve into the profound insights of Pope Pius IX, the longest-reigning pontiff since St. Peter, who authored over forty Encyclicals during his remarkable thirty-two-year papacy (1846-1878). This collection features twenty-six of his pivotal letters, offering a unique glimpse into the thoughts and teachings of a transformative era in the Church. (Summary by M.S.C. Lambert, LC)

Discover a remarkable collection of 10 out of the 12 Encyclicals penned by Pope Benedict XV, who served as Pope from 1914 to 1922. While public domain English translations of In Hac Tanta and Principi Apostolorum Petro were not found for this compilation, the remaining letters offer profound insights into the Churchs teachings during a tumultuous time in history. Join Maria Therese as she presents these important works.