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In the first-ever history of the world's female buccaneers, Pirate Women: the Princesses, Prostitutes, and Privateers Who Ruled the Seven Seas tells the story of women, both real and legendary, who through the ages sailed alongside - and sometimes in command of - their male counterparts. These women came from all walks of life but had one thing in common: a desire for freedom.

Dive into the captivating world of piracy with Buccaneers, a thrilling non-fiction narrative that explores the origins and evolution of piracy in the Caribbean, sparked by the ravages of Spanish colonialism. Written with a flair for the dramatic by the acclaimed author of The Lady or the Tiger?, this engaging history brings the era to life. For those who love to read along, an online facsimile version of Buccaneers & Pirates is available, featuring an antique Caribbean map that serves as a fascinating reference for exploring the names of islands, ports, hideouts, and the legends of buried ...

Les Pirates de l’IA vous embarquent au cœur de la révolution technologique la plus fulgurante de notre époque. Derrière les prouesses spectaculaires de ChatGPT ou de MidJourney, quelles promesses pour nos vies quotidiennes, nos emplois, nos démocraties ? Quels risques de dérives, de surveillance ou de manipulation ? L’émission navigue entre enthousiasmes et inquiétudes, en décodant les usages concrets de l’IA dans la santé, l’éducation, la culture, l’industrie ou encore la défense. Chaque mois, un invité du secteur — chercheur, entrepreneur, ou acteur de terrain — ...

The true story of a resilient circle of shrimp boat captains who faced and withstood the wreckage of Katrina but now find their courage tested by a greater threat: the disappearance of their livelihood and their centuries-old bayou culture.

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