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The fateful quarter-century leading up to World War I was a time when the world of privilege still existed in Olympian luxury and the world of protest was heaving in its pain, its power, and its hate. The age was the climax of a century of the most accelerated rate of change in history, a cataclysmic shaping of destiny.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An “absorbing” (Los Angeles Times) biography of one of the most remarkable, powerful, and captivating women in Russian history—from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Peter the Great, Nicholas and Alexandra, and The Romanovs “[A] compelling portrait not...

« Portraits de Génies » explore chaque semaine la vie et les œuvres d’artistes, scientifiques, inventeurs et explorateurs qui ont transformé le monde. Entre idées visionnaires et parcours extraordinaires, découvrir leur génie devient une source d’inspiration et d’émerveillement. "C'est pour la vérité que Dieu fit le génie." — Alphonse de Lamartine "Le génie n’est pas celui qui croit mais celui qui saisit la progression des choses." — Alan Turing Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Bienvenue dans "Portrait bourgbarréens", le podcast qui met en lumière les habitants de Bourgbarré ! À chaque épisode, nous rencontrons des habitants qui nous partagent leurs histoire ou leurs talents. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

"Des portraits pas très carrés" est un podcast présenté par Alain GUILLOTIN et Morgane LEGRAND. Alain GUILLOTIN : animateur inclusif clairvoyant, ou en tout cas voyant et c’est déjà pas si mal. Morgane LEGRAND : animatrice non voyante, passionnée par les sujets autour de l’inclusion et les profils porteurs ainsi que par la communication quand elle est au service des autres. « Des portraits pas très carrés » est un podcast centré sur le parcours de l’invité, que l’on peut découvrir au fil de la discussion, de son enfance à son métier en passant par ses passions ou ...

Inspired by photographer Jeff Rease's mission, this podcast series spotlights the remarkable stories of World War II veterans. Each episode features personal narratives from these everyday heroes from all walks of life who once united for liberty and justice when the world needed them most. Capturing the essence of honor and service through first-hand accounts, these stories bridge generational gaps, vividly preserving the past and imparting heartfelt lessons of what it means to serve for a greater cause. Listen, learn, and remember as these timeless tales echo the heroism of a fading ...

In Spirit of the Age; Or, Contemporary Portraits, William Hazlitt masterfully captures the essence of his era through insightful monographs on a constellation of literary luminaries. Meet the likes of Jeremy Bentham, the architect of utilitarian philosophy, and William Godwin, who elevated morality beyond human reach. Delve into the minds of Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Edward Irving, and Sir Walter Scott, as Hazlitt reveals their distinct contributions to literature and society. From the eloquence of Thomas Campbell, known for Pleasures of Hope, to the impactful thoughts of William Wordsworth and...

A new podcast series brought to you by State Library of NSW, Create NSW and Essex Street Media. Series 1 of Portrait Detective dives into the collections of the State Library to discover the stories behind iconic portraits from 1817 to 1865. Join Margot Riley and Cassie Gilmartin as they journey back in time to discuss each portrait's significance and how they can help you learn more about your own photographs in your family history collection. For more, visit portraitdetective.com.au Credits Hosts: Cassie Gilmartin and Margot Riley Producer: Daniel Butler Studio: 2SER Created by: Cassie ...

Our writers profile individuals, some well-known, some overlooked, and explore how they shaped the world as we know it. Read by Sebastian Brown.

Portraits of Liberty investigates the lives and philosophies of thinkers throughout history who argued in favor of a freer world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Presenting Fearless Portraits, stories of women leaders, innovators, and trailblazers. Some of them are well-known, some are obscure, all of them worked to make a difference in the world. In each episode, you’ll learn the story of an amazing changemaker in the time it takes to drink your morning coffee. Fearless Portraits is hosted by Dan Landau, a New Jersey-based visual artist who repurposes maps and other items with ink drawings and intricate papercutting to create portraits of people and things.

Bienvenue sur Portraits d'Ébène, le podcast qui met en lumière les grandes figures noires de l’histoire de l’Afrique, de la diaspora afro et de la culture afrodescendante. Chaque épisode explore l’impact des personnalités noires sur l’histoire afro, la culture africaine et l’afrocentrisme. Que ce soit des leaders de la lutte pour l’indépendance de l’Afrique, des figures historiques sous-estimées ou des héros et héroïnes de l’histoire noire, nous célébrons leurs contributions et leur héritage. Portraits d’Ébène valorise l’histoire des figures noires influentes...

« Portraits de chercheur(e)s en études aréales » (PEA) pose un regard sur le parcours académique et le travail de recherche et d’enseignement des chercheur(e)s et enseignant(e)s spécialistes d’une aire culturelle donnée. Chaque mois, découvrez un entretien-fleuve avec un(e) de ces spécialistes. Cette série de portraits est également consultable en vidéo sur la plateforme LaCAS qui vise à constituer un patrimoine scientifique vivant et libre d’accès de la recherche sur les langues, sociétés et cultures du monde. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus ...

Portraits in Time: Unveiling the hidden stories of history's most fascinating figures. We delve deep into the lives of artists, innovators, and icons, revealing the lesser-known curiosities that shaped their journeys. From Van Gogh's secret passions to the quirky habits of world leaders, each episode paints a vivid picture of extraordinary lives. Join us as we explore the surprising tales behind the names that changed the world.

Vous avez toujours voulu vous intéresser à l'histoire, mais n'avez pas la détermination pour feuilleter de longs ouvrages ou regarder des documentaires de plusieurs heures ? Alors Portrait d'histoire est fait pour vous : chaque mercredi, une figure historique vous sera présentée en moins de 5 minutes.

From tales of chivalrous knights to the barbarity of trial by ordeal, no era has been a greater source of awe, horror, and wonder than the Middle Ages. In handsomely crafted prose and with the grace and authority of his extraordinary gift for narrative history, William Manchester leads us from a civilization tottering on the brink of collapse to the grandeur of its rebirth, the Renaissance.

November 11, 2018, marks the centenary of the armistice signed between the Allies and Germany ending World War I. While the events of the war and its legacy are much discussed, this is the first book to focus solely on the day itself, examining how the people of Britain, and the wider world, reacted to the news of peace.

With lips slightly parted and eyes fixed on a point in the distance, a breathtaking marble portrait of Costanza Piccolomini appears alive. Carved by Gianlorenzo Bernini in 1636 - 37 for his own pleasure, the portrait of Costanza is one of his most captivating works, but until now little has been known about its subject. For centuries Costanza was identified only as Bernini's mistress, who later incited his rage by betraying him for his brother. Author Sarah McPhee corrects and expands this story in her remarkable biography of a sculpture and its subject.

Find out more about black Canadians who contributed to the building of Canada and who are making their mark every day. From our archives Danger, hardship, heroism and tragedy. All are features of black immigration to Canada in the nineteenth century. The story of black immigration to Canada began 400 years ago with the arrival of the French at Port Royal. John Graves Simcoe, the Lieutenant-Governor of Upper Canada, signed the Act Against Slavery in 1793. Many black people came to Canada by their own means. But the Underground Railroad, an informal network of people and places organized to help...

Des archives de RCI – Danger, drame, héroïsme, tragédie sont des notions rattachées à l’histoire de l’immigration des Noirs au XIXe siècle qui s’insèrent dans l’expérience de la colonisation. L’histoire de l’immigration des Noirs vers le Canada a commencé il y a environ 400 ans, avec l’arrivée des Français à Port Royal. Le lieutenant-gouverneur du Haut-Canada, John Graves Simcoe, a signé la Loi antiesclavagiste du Haut-Canada en 1793. Bien que beaucoup de Noirs libres et de Noirs fugitifs soient venus au Canada par leur propres moyens, le chemin de fer clandestin, ...