Showing results for "Memories" in Art

For the past 140 years, Germany has been the central power in continental Europe. Thirty years ago, a new German state came into being. How much do we really understand this new Germany, and how do its people now understand themselves? Neil MacGregor argues that uniquely for any European country, no coherent, over-arching narrative of Germany's history can be constructed, for in Germany, both geography and history have always been unstable. 

Trying to create memories of my childhood

Henry Clay Trumbull was the Chaplain of the Tenth Regiment of Connecticut Volunteers in the American Civil War. In this memoir, he gives his observations and recollections of his experiences, including time spent as a prisoner of war. He describes the life and duties of an Army chaplain, as well as gives his thoughts on slavery, emancipation, and its aftermath. (Summary by northstar95)

Moncure Daniel Conway was an American abolitionist, Unitarian, clergyman and author. This second volume of his autobiography covers the years from the US Civil War to roughly 1904. (Summary by JoeD)

Moncure Daniel Conway was an American abolitionist, Unitarian, clergyman and author. This first volume of his autobiography covers roughly the years of his birth through the end of the US Civil War. (Summary by JoeD)

What was growing up like for a seaside country girl in 1800’s New England -- her expectations, occupations, education, and opportunities? What was it like working at the Lowell Textile Mills in Massachusetts, from age 11, to help support her family (see Loom and Spindle for that story), who then went on to edit magazines, teach at Wheaton College, and write many charming books, this one chock full of a girl’s hopes, dreams, recollections, poetry, and brilliant reflections on life such as: "This we working-girls learned from the webs of cloth we saw woven around us. Every little thread must...

Looking for a replacement to Sherlock Holmes after the author had killed him off in 1894, Doyle wrote this murder mystery in the dying years of the 19th century. Set in Napoleon's era, it involves a Frenchman returning to his native land to join the Emperor's ranks. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

Lucy Larcom was an American poet, teacher, and mill-worker. According to Wikipedia: "Larcom served as a model for the change in women's roles in society." This is her colorful autobiography. Here, she tells about her happy childhood, and her time working in the mill. Along the way, she speaks about topics like morality, independence, love and loss inside a family, a strong belief in god, and the effects of being poor. Fans of Gene Stratton Porter, Fanny Fern and Susan Warner, and Ella Wheeler Wilcox will be delighted with this book. Lucy's sunny personality makes this book a very uplifting and...

Hello,Nous c'est Audrey et Camille et nous avons décidé de créer un podcast littéraire qui traitera de divers sujets : la romance, la représentation, les maisons d'édition, les liseuses...Nous publierons un podcast toutes les deux semaines (le vendredi) sur YouTube, Apple podcast, Deezer et Spotify.Dans le premier épisode, nous avons décidé d'aborder la représentation dans la littérature, nous parlerons de certains romans tels que Nos étoiles contraires de John Green, Cross Road de Lauren Hightower, The air he breathes de Brittainy C. Cherry et tant d'autres. On abordera également...

These stories explore an Irish-Catholic Brooklyn childhood with wit, honesty, and emotional depth. Through vivid scenes of family, school, neighborhood life, and the complicated love between parents and children, the series captures how memory turns ordinary moments into unforgettable ones. Funny, moving, and deeply personal, it’s a portrait of a life being lived in real time—and remembered with clarity years later.

Arthur Conan Doyle first published his memories of his many various adventures around the world and his relationships with such famous figures of the age including Oscar Wilde, Empress Eugenie and Prime Minister Arthur Balfour to name a few, in The Strand Magazine between October 1923 and July 1924. This memoir was later formed into a book and published in September 1924.

In Long Road of Womans Memory, Jane Addams recounts a captivating tale surrounding Hull House, the renowned settlement house she founded in Chicago in 1889. A peculiar rumor had emerged that a Devil Baby resided within its walls, drawing many women to Hull House in hopes of catching a glimpse of this mythical child. As these women shared their often heart-wrenching stories with Addams, she was inspired to explore the intricate interplay of myth and painful memory in their lives. Revered for her groundbreaking work at Hull House, Addams was a distinguished sociologist, activist, and author, ...

Step back in time with Football Days, a nostalgic exploration of the early days of footballs rise in America. This captivating book delves into the unforgettable moments and the remarkable individuals who shaped the game, offering readers a glimpse into a world where passion and camaraderie flourished on the field. (summary by Ian Hatley)

In search of a worthy successor to Sherlock Holmes after the iconic detectives untimely demise in 1894, Arthur Conan Doyle crafted this captivating murder mystery set against the backdrop of Napoleons reign. Follow a Frenchman as he returns to his homeland, eager to take his place among the Emperors ranks in a tale filled with intrigue and adventure. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

Looking for a replacement to Sherlock Holmes after the author had killed him off in 1894, Doyle wrote this murder mystery in the dying years of the 19th century. Set in Napoleon's era, it involves a Frenchman returning to his native land to join the Emperor's ranks. (Summary by Cathy Barratt)

N Memories of a Nobody is an audiobook adaptation by the author, Alan Hodgkiss, at age 85. Presented in 12 episodes. Alan recounts his childhood in Bolton during World War II, army service across the UK, Cyprus, Aden, Kuwait and Kenya, and a clandestine romance with Rita, which changed his life, in 1969. Their rather enviable lifetime together spans bold moves to Canada, the USA, Mexic​o, and will continue ​i​n Alan's next book of ​t​heir lives in Barbados, Spain and Thailand.​ Expect a candid, warm memoir about resilience, impulsive decisions for happiness, and enduring ...

Two siblings chatting about movies, watching favorites and searching for new favorites together.

Welcome to this discussion on practical, person-centred approaches in dementia care. Today, we are diving into the transformative power and healing properties of creative arts.

A chilling reimagining of TV & Film's most mysterious characters — darker than nostalgia remembers. Blending true-crime style with 80s/90s cult-classic energy, Nightmare on Memory Lane lifts the mask to a world of fictional obsession, horror, and suburban legend. #fiction #comedyfiction #truecrime

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Cybersix cartoon, hosts and longtime Cybersix fans Vadell Gabriel and Magenta Hamster talk about the history of Cybersix, from its origins as an Argentinian comic, to its various characters and television adaptations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.