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"Laurence Rees brilliantly combines powerful eye-witness testimony, vivid narrative and compelling analysis in this superb account of how two terrible dictators led their countries in the most destructive and inhumane war in history."―Professor Sir Ian Kershaw, author of Hitler: Hubris and...

Nippomania di regime racconta come, tra anni Trenta e Quaranta, l’Italia fascista celebrò il Giappone imperiale trasformandolo in un mito. Un’alleanza segnata da propaganda martellante, retorica eroica e contraddizioni profonde: tra ammirazione per lo spirito guerriero nipponico ed esotismi intrisi di razzismo. Sei episodi per scoprire come nacquero e si svilupparono le narrazioni fasciste sul Giappone, cosa le distinse da altre fascinazioni per il paese asiatico e come rispecchiarono le ossessioni ideologiche del regime mussoliniano.A cura di Nicola BassoniCover di Alice Miyake e ...

En près de cinq heures, ce livre audio retrace l'histoire de France aux XVIe et XVIIe siècles.

Dive into a thoughtful and philosophical exploration of the French Revolution and the intricacies of the Old Regime. In this profound work, Alexis de Tocqueville meticulously captures the essence of French political society under the monarchy, revealing the true sources of power and their impact on the daily lives of individuals. He examines the conditions of various social classes, including the nobility, clergy, middle class, common people, and peasantry, highlighting what set France apart from its European neighbors and why a revolution was not just likely, but inevitable. The insights ...

Dive into the captivating world of 17th-century North America with Francis Parkman, a distinguished American historian whose work has left an indelible mark on historical literature. In The Old Régime in Canada, the fourth volume of his monumental series The French and English in North America, Parkman chronicles the dynamic years between 1643 and 1663. With a masterful narrative style, he paints a vivid picture of the French pioneers, the influential Jesuits, and the evolving power dynamics in New France. This volume not only highlights the challenges faced by these early settlers but also ...

In this compelling, behind-the-scenes account, former top CIA officer and Cuba expert Brian Latell examines the extraordinary Castro brothers and the impending dynastic succession of Fidel's younger brother, Raul. Exploring the brothers' remarkable relationship, he reveals how Fidel and Raul have collaborated, divided responsibilities, and resolved disagreements for more than 46 years, a challenge to the notion that the little-known Raul has been an insignificant player.

Durante o período da Ditadura Civil-Militar (1964-1985) o país se viu perante a ações de autoritarismo, censura, cassação de direitos políticos, e em muitas situações, o registro de casos de violência contra quem se arriscasse a enfrentar a força do regime militar. Com as escolas de samba de São Paulo, formada por comunidades majoritariamente negras, a repressão não foi diferente. O podcast "Escolas de Samba e a Resistência Negra no Regime Militar", produzido pelo jornalista Djalma Campos (Seis e Um), é resultado do edital Memórias do Presente, realizado pelo Memorial da ...

Experience the fierce political rivalries, palace coups, and sweeping revolutions that forged our complex modern world. Whether you are navigating a long daily commute or seeking a thought-provoking escape into historical non-fiction, this gripping narrative transforms ancient facts into a...

Dive into the gripping political history of authoritarianism and discover how absolute power corrupts across centuries. Perfect for commute listening, this urgent historical analysis decodes the psychological tactics tyrants use to seize control. From ancient Roman strongmen to modern digital...