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For the first time, the truth behind the best-selling adventure narrative The Long Walk.

Since 1956, The Long Walk has been, for many, the symbol of an immense love of freedom and has become one of the greatest true-life adventure stories of all time. The harrowing story about a group of POWs who escaped a labor camp in Siberia and walked to freedom in India during WWII deeply affected thousands of its readers, and Linda Willis was one of those moved by the story. But she had questions about its authenticity.

In this brilliant collection, the follow-up to her New York Times bestseller Reading Like a Writer, the distinguished novelist, literary critic, and essayist celebrates the pleasures of reading and pays homage to the works and writers she admires above all others, from Jane Austen and Charles...

Daily Story & Book ReadingHosted by Leeo BarkDaily Story & Book Reading is an educational and inspirational podcast designed to nurture knowledge, imagination, and thoughtful learning through the power of stories and books. This podcast is created for listeners of all ages, with a special focus on children, students, and book lovers who enjoy meaningful and engaging content.Through this podcast, we bring you:📖 Moral and educational stories📚 Daily book reading sessions for children and learners🧠 Knowledge-based and thought-provoking content🌍 Stories and literature from around the ...

On the Reading with Rachelle podcast, Rachelle Chase (author of Creating the Black Utopia of Buxton, Iowa and Lost Buxton, along with six fiction books and novellas) brings history to life through conversations with authors, experts, and everyday people impacted by the week's book selection. Through storytelling, we connect with the history we were never taught in school. At a time when history is being used to divide us, let's learn how it unites us, and how Black history is not apart from American history, but how it's a part of American history. rachellechase.substack.com

Books and wine go together like good friends and laughter. Bringing all these elements together, Reading Between the Wines is a book and wine review which explores these pleasures from a different venue every month. Join three friends, Cassie the bookstagrammer, wine expert Jen and historian Ruth, enjoying a few cheeky glasses and this month’s choice of reading material.

The title says it all! I will read from the religious texts of the world starting with the Old & New Testaments of the Bible then the Quran. Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Confucianism and more will follow. Allow my voice to sooth and educate you on the writings of beliefs that influence so many people on our planet. Whether you are completely devout to your faith, only attend services on holidays or want to hear what you were raised on with a new mindset, please, let my deep, calming voice open your mind to the works that have inspired billions before and the countless to come. Thank you and ...

Are you obsessed with mythology and the ancient world? Does seeing Medusa in movies make you smile? Do you tell yourself “Just one more page!” at 3am when reading a novel based on an ancient myth? Do you drink tea (or any hot beverage of choice)? Then your friendly neighborhood Ancient Historians have got you covered.Join Megan and Lexie (with tea and snacks of course!) as they read and watch books, films, and T.V. shows set in the ancient world and dissect every aspect of them. This dynamic duo will try to cover everything from popular films, like the Brad Pitt Troy, to up and coming ...

On “Reading the Middle East with Gilles Kepel,” the latest Al-Monitor podcast, renowned French scholar Gilles Kepel interviews the ground-breaking authors and thought leaders who are both shaping and explaining the complex trends in the Middle East and Islamic world. Kepel, one of Europe's leading experts on Islamism, the Middle East and North Africa, is a professor at the Institute of Political Studies, Paris (Sciences Po). His numerous books — which include "Jihad: The Trail of Political Islam," "The War for Muslim Minds: Islam and the West," "Beyond Terror and Martyrdom: The Future of...

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents(Oprah's Book Club 2020) written by Isabel Wilkerson(Winner of the Pulitzer Prize author of The Warmth of Other Suns) gives readers an understanding of the caste system that has been placed since the first African American set a foot on the American soil. With profound research, Wilkerson gives readers stories from her own experiences and other people experience how they have been affected by the caste system. Reading Caste With Jack brings Caste: The Origins of Out Discontents right to your ear. Please join me, Jack Reynolds, as I read the well-written ...

All opinions expressed on the show are entirely that of the host, intended as public discourse with a dash of satire, and a sprinkle of spiritual remedy.UER ~ Unauthorized and Explicit Readings Book Club Radio Podcast Talk ShowA special segment of The (Almost)Daily Zencast Collection of Podcast Shows. https://www.spreaker.com/user/mrzeppo

"Our Roots in Reading" with Greg Kobylt explores local Reading and Berks County history. Each episode will feature special guests who will share their expertise and insight on topics ranging from the Reading railroad to the Reading Phillies. Have you ever wondered why there is a Pagoda in Reading? How much do you know about Daniel Boone? Who was the Widow Finney? Where were the Underground Railroad stops in Berks County? Why is Reading called "The Pretzel City?" Listen in and learn about Berks County's rich history along with us.

Host Meg Mechelke explores the history of the science of reading and literacy instruction in the United States.

We are a History and Book Recommendation podcast. We get into books’ history and reception and dive deep into authors and their work, interview guests! (readers like you) and we delve into where their love of reading came from. We allow guests to recommend a book of their choosing and give the book a rating. We also allow guests to plug their own work/ projects at the end!

The best in mystery, romance and historical books to read

I would like to announce The Podcast Show Ringside With Reading: Boxing History From Yesteryear brought to you by The Sports History Network. I am your host Frank Reading. I am a middle-aged former boxing mega-fan from the 1980s-1990s. I have no allegiance or affiliation with any Boxing Organization Alliance or Federation. I have a background in research and public speaking as well as boxing training and coaching. I hope you will enjoy the factual information provided on this program. My goal is to educated and inform the listener on the History of "The Sweet Science" It will be available on ...

Revitalized Reading is a podcast for book reviews, book to movie comparisons, and interviews with Authors, professors, and other literary experts.

The Radio Reading Room features the Stories of Americana special Featured Segments feature stories and poetry from some of America's Classic authors, such as, Edgar Allen Poe, Robert Frost, Emily Dickerson, T.S. Elliot and many more. The program is hosted and stories read by long time broadcast veteran and voice artist Myron Hieronymous Thomas. First aired over WQSA AM radio in Sarasota Florida in 1989 the program fast became a favorite of listeners and participants.

The History of Tomorrow, written by Julian Archer, reveals the last 2600 years through the eyes of kings, prophets, popes and presidents. It unveils a pattern in the timeline of history and exposes an event that will soon permanently alter the face of our planet. Listen now to Julian read!

The book Desire of Ages, written by Ellen G. White, is an inspirational account of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. John 3:16 states “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotton Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” As you learn about Jesus, you will start to understand who God is, what He is really like and how it is possible for you to have everlasting life. What you are about to hear is a dramatized audio version of this book, created by Nancy Hamilton Myers.

‘That zealous apostle’ is how one of his contemporaries described Pastor H.C.K. Harker (1877-1963), veteran Seventh-day Adventist evangelist and colporteur in the Australasian Division. Pastor Harker’s denominational service coincided with the rapid growth of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Australia and New Zealand and some of the most tumultuous decades in world history. While a student at Avondale College, Pastor Harker met Mrs. Ellen G. White and his association with this godly woman became a pivotal influence in his remarkable life and ministry. The Author, a grandson of H.C.K. ...