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No city stirs the imagination more than Venice. From the richly ornamented palaces emerging from the waters of the Grand Canal to the dazzling sites of Piazza San Marco, visitors and residents alike sense they are entering, as fourteenth-century poet Petrarch remarked, “another world.” During the Middle Ages and Renaissance, Venice was celebrated as a model republic in an age of monarchs. In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, it became famous for its freewheeling lifestyle characterized by courtesans, casinos, and Carnival.

In this engaging exploration, British historian Charles Merivale delves into the tumultuous transformation that led to the rise of a singular ruler over the Roman Republic. Meet the cast of characters that shaped this pivotal era the ineffectual Pompeius, the astute military and political strategist Julius Caesar, the steadfast Cato, the audacious yet reckless Marcus Antonius, the eloquent yet tragic Cicero, the incomparable Cleopatra, and the cunning young Octavius, who emerges as the shrewd survivor of this legendary power struggle. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)

Dans ce numéro de La Vie Est Un Roman, Clémentine Boulard nous parle de son livre sur Nico " Qui a peur d'être dans le noir " paru aux éditions Le Boulon.Modèle, actrice, chanteuse du Velvet Underground, tour à tour amante ou muse de Brian Jones, Jim Morrison, Andy Warhol, Lou Reed, John Cale, Leonard Cohen, Iggy Pop ou Philippe Garrel, Nico est aussi et surtout autrice, compositrice et interprète d'une oeuvre musicale conséquente, que la biographie subjective de Clémentine Boulard nous invite à reconsidérer à sa juste mesure Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour ...

What does the face of power look like? Who gets commemorated in art and why? And how do we react to statues of politicians we deplore? In this book - against a background of today’s “sculpture wars” - Mary Beard tells the story of how for more than two millennia portraits of the rich, powerful, and famous in the Western world have been shaped by the image of Roman emperors, especially the “Twelve Caesars”, from the ruthless Julius Caesar to the fly-torturing Domitian.

Design is everywhere in our lives, perhaps most importantly in the places where we've just stopped noticing. 99% Invisible is a weekly exploration of the process and power of design and architecture. From award winning producer Roman Mars. Learn more at 99percentinvisible.org.

In this captivating series, we explore the tumultuous period of the Roman invasion and its profound impact on the people of England. The bravery of the native Britons, celebrated by Roman historians, stood in stark contrast to the disciplined might of their invaders. While the Roman conquest initially brought much-needed civilization and stability to a land ravaged by tribal conflicts, it ultimately led to the decline of the Britons martial spirit. As the Romans withdrew their legions, the Britons found themselves vulnerable to the Saxons, whose seemingly friendly arrival quickly turned into a...

Welcome to My Roman Empire, the podcast where a special guest tells us about the pop culture moment in their life that lives rent free in their mind. That is their Roman Empire.Presented by the Awkward Prods Team and your favourite Roman Emperors, Joseph Martin and Linus Karp.Produced by Babe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Incredible true stories reveal strange new magic in American history in this wondrous first book from the creator of the award-winning podcast The Memory Palace. “One doesn’t often find the words imagination and history in the same sentence. Nate DiMeo has forever woven them together. The...

La piccola biblioteca di Pòlleke è un podcast di consigli di lettura costruito come una biblioteca immaginaria: uno scaffale che cresce episodio dopo episodio, scegliendo libri capaci di parlare al presente senza rinunciare alla complessità. Il criterio non è la classifica né la novità, ma una domanda-guida: quali storie, quali parole e quali sguardi potrebbero trovare casa nella biblioteca di Pòlleke, la bambina di undici anni creata dallo scrittore olandese Guus Kuijer.Pòlleke funziona come una lente narrativa: una figura che orienta la scelta dei titoli e il modo in cui vengono ...

Immerse yourself in the captivating tales of Romes rise and fall, exploring its rich history through a collection of engaging short stories. Join Ann Boulais as she brings to life the fascinating characters and pivotal moments that shaped one of the greatest civilizations in history.

In the quiet stillness of the night, a gunshot rings out, claiming the life of one of Galtons most esteemed citizens. As murder intertwines with political intrigue, the mystery becomes thornier. The only hope of unveiling the truth lies in the hands of an unlikely detective - a parish priest. Delve into this enthralling thriller penned by a talented husband and wife duo, as they unravel a tale of crime, power, and faith. (Adapted from the original jacket blurb)

Get ready for raw chats, big laughs, and no-filter chemistry! Real-life couple Matilda & Roman spill the tea on their relationship, reality TV drama, and the wild world of dating. Nothing’s off limits—and they’re not doing it alone. Expect celeb couple guests, spicy games, and brutally honest convos that’ll keep you hooked every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Explorez avec moi des œuvres de tous styles et de toutes époques à travers des analyses approfondies, décortiquant les thèmes fascinants abordés par les auteurs et autrices. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Abbacchio alla Romana è il podcast che serve l'attualità, la cultura e la romanità con lo stesso spirito con cui si cucina il piatto tipico da cui prende il nome: con gusto deciso, ironia tagliente e un pizzico di pepe. Ogni episodio è un tuffo nei sapori e nei sapori (non è un refuso!) della Capitale – tra dialetto, storia, politica, costume, interviste e aneddoti. Con uno stile diretto, popolare ma mai banale, Abbacchio alla Romana racconta la città eterna e chi la vive, tra romani veraci, nuovi cittadini e personaggi fuori dagli schemi. Non importa se sei nato sotto il Cupolone o ...

Kompozycja: muzyka/slowo/dzwiek autorstwa Zeniala, jednego z najciekawszych "sound-designers" mlodego pokolenia. Byla prezentowana w Galerii BWA w Olsztynie podczas instalacji: Romans: "Female in @llenstein".

Hi, I’m Román Rojas, I’m originally from Caracas, Venezuela and I love talking to people from all walks of life. Join me every week in my conversations with best selling authors, Grammy Award winners, journalists, actors, business leaders, tv personalities and people that have incredible stories to tell, stories that enrich our lives and hopefully we can learn from so that we might become better human beings. I am a musician/content producer living in New York City. 

Desde el siglo I, Roma se convierte en el líder político, económico y cultural de Occidente durante cuatro siglos. La influencia de su obra (inspirada sin duda en la helénica) fue decisiva para toda la historia posterior y debe ser tenida en cuenta no sólo en la Historia Antigua, sino...

A partir de la obra helénica, y con una influencia etrusca muy marcada, los romanos aparecen en el escenario artístico europeo con gran originalidad, sobre todo en el capítulo arquitectónico, aunque también muestran gran talento para la escultura y la pintura, y son los grandes creadores...

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