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Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in...

Dans un récit très personnel, David Sénat nous plonge au cœur de la fonction qu'il assume depuis maintenant plusieurs années, celle d'avocat général, figure centrale du procès criminel. Il évoque la mission particulière de celui qui a la charge de porter l'accusation pour le ministère public.

Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the most notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that chronicles the lives of infamous pirates through engaging biographies. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the true identity of the author remains a tantalizing mystery, with some attributing it to the renowned Daniel Defoe, while others suggest Nathaniel Mist or his associates. In the first volume, Johnson skillfully weaves together historical sources, adding his own embellishments, which have significantly shaped the popular ...

Chi sono gli uomini che hanno combattuto in prima fila il terrorismo negli anni di piombo? Chi sono gli uomini che agli ordini del generale Carlo Alberto dalla Chiesa hanno indagato, rischiato, vissuto come clandestini, servito il Paese e la democrazia, per essere dimenticati dopo l'uccisione del loro comandante passato a combattere la mafia? Questo audiolibro racconta per la prima volta la lotta al terrorismo attraverso la voce dei protagonisti che sostennero il peso di un impegno senza limiti. Ne nasce una storia sincera, per molti aspetti nuova, che smonta sospetti.

After his retirement from the Marine Corps in the early 1930s, General Smedley D. Butler embarked on a national lecture tour, where he gave his speech about how commercial interests benefit from war. The speech was well received and he wrote an expanded version of it, which was published as War Is A Racket. The work was published by Reader's Digest as a condensed book supplement, which added to its popularity.

General History of the Pirates delves into the captivating lives and notorious deeds of pirates from the 18th century. Authored by the enigmatic Captain Charles Johnson, believed to be a pseudonym for a notable London writer-publisher, this fascinating 1724 publication has shaped our perception of pirates. From legendary figures to infamous crimes, each biography offers an almost mythic portrait of its subject. Note, however, the authors flair for drama may have embellished some pirate conversations. This podcast is a journey into the thrilling and dangerous world of seafaring outlaws.

This work was published in 1724, under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, by an unknown British author, usually assumed to be Daniel Defoe. This work is the prime source for the biographies of many well-known pirates of that era and shaped the popular notions about pirates of the day. Included are Blackbeard, Black Bart, Jolly Roger, Anne Bonny (aka Anne Bonn), Edward Teach, Henry Avery, Mary Read, and many more.

Think of SHA General as a general store of topics. True crime, mental health, parenting, religion, mysteries...you may find that we cover it all, while featuring music by wildly talented artists.

Understanding the dynamics of crime and the criminal justice system

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Jahrzehntelang galt er als angesehener Kinder- und Jugendpsychiater. Eltern vertrauten ihm, Jugendämter arbeiteten mit ihm zusammen, seine Bücher wurden Bestseller. Doch nun steht Michael Winterhoff vor Gericht – angeklagt wegen gefährlicher Körperverletzung in 36 Fällen. Winterhoff bestreitet die Vorwürfe vollumfänglich und will sich gegen sie verteidigen. Was geschah hinter den Türen seiner Praxis? Wurden Kinder wirklich mit starken Psychopharmaka ruhiggestellt, ohne medizinische Notwendigkeit? Und wie konnte die Gesellschaft so lange wegsehen? In „Medizin, Macht, Moral - Der ...

Serienmörder, Mafiakiller und Totschläger von nebenan: Im Podcast mit RGA-Redaktionsleiter Axel Richter geht es um Kriminalfälle, die im RGA Schlagzeilen machten.

|Estreno 09/10/23| Ante los ojos de todos, con un amplio despliegue de redes sociales y el amparo de algunos medios de comunicación en Argentina se dio la estafa piramidal más insólita de la historia. Esta serie documental cuenta cómo Generación Zoe atrajo a más de 80 mil personas a una red de supuesta educación financiera y coaching ontológico que no era otra cosa más que un sofisticado esquema ponzi. Una estafa que crecía día a día gracias a los negocios que inventaban sus líderes: hamburgueserías, clubes de fútbol en Tailandia, metaverso, criptomonedas, minas de oro y más.

Ein Podcast des General-Anzeiger Bonn über wahre Verbrechen. Alle zwei Wochen donnerstags spricht Anna Maria Beekes über einen Kriminalfall aus dem Rheinland, speziell aus der Region Bonn.

Smedley D. Butler (1881–1940), the most decorated officer in U.S. military history, including two Medals of Honor, wrote a searing critique in War is a Racket. Drawing from his service in conflicts from the Spanish-American War to World War I, he exposed how wars enriched corporations, bankers, and industrialists while soldiers and civilians bore the devastating costs. With unflinching candor, Butler revealed the profiteering motives behind global conflicts, delivering a timeless call for peace.

„Aktenzeichen Ostfriesland“ ist der True-Crime-Podcast für unsere Region. In jeder Staffel sprechen wir über echte Kriminalfälle aus Ostfriesland. Im Fokus stehen nicht nur die Ermittlungen der Behörden, sondern auch die eigenen Recherchen unserer Redaktion. In der sechsten Staffel blicken die Journalisten Ute Nobel und Daniel Noglik zurück in ein dunkles Kapitel der ostfriesischen Geschichte: die Hexenverfolgungen im 16. Jahrhundert. Was verraten die historischen Akten über Macht, Aberglauben und Angst? Und was hat das alles mit uns heute zu tun? Jeden Dienstag im November 2025 ...

Les policiers vous font partager les expériences qui les ont durablement marqués dans leurs carrières : une intervention choc, un sauvetage, une crise sans pareille, un moment insolite, des anecdotes croustillantes… Ils se livrent sans filtre avec un sourire à entendre et une émotion contagieuse. Plus qu’un témoignage audio, cette série de podcasts vous ouvre les portes de ce qui ne peut pas être montré à l’écran. Le vrai, les femmes et les hommes derrière l’uniforme, la passion, l’engagement, les sacrifices, la peur, les doutes, la mort, la fraternité. Notre quotidien. ...