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The dramatic real-life stories of four young people caught up in the mass exodus of Shanghai in the wake of China's 1949 Communist revolution. Benny must decide either to escape to Hong Kong or navigate the intricacies of a newly Communist China. Annuo, forced to flee with her father, a defeated Nationalist official, becomes an unwelcome exile in Taiwan. The financially strapped Ho fights deportation from the US in order to continue his studies while his family struggles at home. Bing, given away by her poor parents, faces the prospect of a new life among strangers in America.

In this insightful exploration, anthropologist and historian Starr reflects on his extensive travels through Mexico during a tumultuous period marked by a deadly revolution. He seeks to unravel the complex circumstances that led to this upheaval, starting with the Centennial of Independence and tracing the nations rich history from the Aztecs to the early 20th century (1914). By examining the perspectives of both nations, Starr captures the essence of their intertwined destinies. He poignantly asserts, The US and Mexico are different, yet they are neighbors, concluding with a hopeful vision ...

Discover the compelling narrative of the French Revolution in this insightful guide, originally published in 1889 in the pages of Justice, the weekly publication of the Social Democratic Federation. This revised edition offers an accessible overview of the key events and themes of this monumental political and social upheaval, particularly through the lens of modern Socialism. It serves as an invaluable resource for those eager to grasp the essence of the Revolution within a concise framework, especially during these centennial reflections. - Summary by Celine Major

All advertisements are placed only at the beginning of each episode, ensuring you enjoy the complete historical journey without interruptions. Our coverage flows seamlessly, whether we dive into the Reformation, the brilliance of the Renaissance, or the chaos of a civil war. From Napoleon’s campaigns to the rise and fall of ancient civilizations, from World War 2 battles to Ottoman Empire conquests, every moment is revealed without distraction. We uncover how Mesopotamia laid the foundations of modern society, how the Industrial Revolution transformed global power, and how Babylon once stood...

Revolution 1 brings the story of the Tunisian Revolution — the uprising that ignited the Arab Spring — to life through the voices of those who lived it.

Marty Goddard dreamed up a new crime-solving tool—a kit that could help rape survivors fight for justice. This thrilling investigation tells the story of the troubled, heroic woman who kicked off a feminist revolution in forensics, and then vanished into obscurity. "Astonishing . . . Marty...

These are the architects of the modern civil rights movement: 4 profiles of revolutionary groups making change beyond protest A radically different approach to sustaining social justice movements—4 strategies for abolition and liberation from the new architects of the modern civil rights...

This psychologist is frustrated. In the final stretch of his doctoral internship, Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter had just one more milestone to complete—the diversity project—where candidates insert themselves into a situation in which they’d experience what it’s like to be a minority...

Lawyer, activist, and former Chatelaine legal columnist Linda Silver Dranoff details her trailblazing journey from a traditional 1950s childhood to the battlegrounds of the courts of law where she and a generation of women lawyers, supporting a larger feminist movement, championed the rights of Canadian women and families.

THE TRUE STORY OF A CROSSDRESSING, TRANSATLANTIC ADVENTURER WHO ESCAPED FROM A SPANISH CONVENT IN 1599 AND LIVED AS A MAN—GAMBLING,FIGHTING DUELS, AND LEADING SOLDIERS INTO BATTLE Named a New York Times Book Review Notable Book One of the earliest known autobiographies by a woman, this is the...