Showing results for "The Shadow of a Shadow" in Politics & Social Sciences

Until his assassination by US drone strike in January 2020, commander Qassem Soleimani was one of the most powerful men in Iran and the military spearhead for Iranian foreign policy, enacting the wishes of the country's Supreme Leader in the region. A widely popular but also feared maverick operator, he helped to establish the Islamic Republic as a major force in the Middle East, with interventions in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. This was a long way from where he began as a youth, living on the margins in a country ruled by a monarch supported by the United States.

In Praise of Shadows is an eloquent tribute to the austere beauty of traditional Japanese aesthetics. Through architecture, ceramics, theatre, food, women, and even toilets, Tanizaki explains the essence of shadows and darkness, and how they are able to augment beauty. He laments the heavy electric lighting of the West and its introduction to Japan, and shows how the artificial, bright, and polished aesthetic of the West contrasts unfavorably with the moody and natural light of the East.

World renowned scientist Carl Sagan and acclaimed author Ann Druyan have written a Roots for the human species, a lucid and riveting account of how humans got to be the way we are. It shows with humor and drama that many of our key traits - self-awareness, technology, family ties, submission to authority, hatred for those a little different from ourselves, reason, and ethics - are rooted in the deep past, and illuminated by our kinship with other animals.

No Indian spymaster has, until now, written a memoir. A.S. Dulat is the first to do so, and in A Life in the Shadows he does it with considerable elan. He is one of India's most successful spymasters, his name synonymous with the Kashmir issue. His methods of engagement and accommodation with...

Saturn was the Roman god, who ate his children to stop them from usurping his power. Men have been psychologically and spiritually wounded by this legacy. Hollis offers a rich perspective on the secrets men carry in their hearts.

"Voices from the Shadows" is a podcast featuring mysterious tales of Thai ghosts, legends, and strange occurrences, told through slow, deliberate conversations in a silent atmosphere. Perfect for listening before bed, while working, or on nights when you want to delve into the darkness. This podcast doesn't focus on jump scares, but rather gently guides you closer to the horror through whispers and stories that seem like mere legends…but some shadows may still linger. Listen for an immersive, deeply unsettling experience. Ghost stories, legends, and shadows that no one dares to tell. ️ For...

Dark Shadows is a compelling portrait of Kazakhstan, a country that is little known in the West. Strategically located in the heart of Central Asia, sandwiched between Vladimir Putin's Russia, its former colonial ruler, and Xi Jinping's China, this vast oil-rich state is carving out its place in the world as it contends with its own complex past and present. Journalist Joanna Lillis paints a vibrant picture of this emerging nation through vivid reportage based on seventeen years of on-the-ground coverage.

In 1994, after many years of movies and television portraying the evil side of the human psyche, Dr. David Canter published Criminal Shadows. Two decades on, its revolutionary descriptions of psychological profiling still helps to explain the actions of serial killers and psychopaths. These techniques can help police precisely identify and locate murderers and rapists, even those who have alluded capture for years.

The Shadow Path Diabolist Podcast is a podcast dedicated to raising awareness about the Shadow Path Diabolism tradition of Diabolism and Devil's Mark Ministries LLC, as well as discussing all things Diabolism, religious Satanism, and Demonolatry.

A comprehensive, long-form history podcast about Cambodia, the Khmer Rouge and the Pol Pot Regime.

Robert Bly - one of the most compelling mythologists and storytellers of our time - captures the imagination in two live recordings. In The Human Shadow, Bly takes us on a thought provoking and entertaining journey exploring our "shadow" through poetry, music, and storytelling. What Stories Do We Need? reminds us that the mythology we have inherited is often defective. Just as the church refused to accept the reality Galileo saw in his telescope, literalists have removed the dark soul images that nourished our ancestors from mythology.

A deep dive into UFO cover-ups by the deep state. A wake-up call to what has and is being hidden.

This comprehensive, landmark history chronicles our ongoing battle against al-Qa’ida, the greatest threat the West has faced in the modern era. An internationally recognized authority on terrorism and counterinsurgency, Seth G. Jones presents a dramatic narrative of the on-the-ground police work; the elaborate, multiyear investigations led by the CIA, FBI, and Britain’s MI5; and the shifting and deadly alliances between terrorist groups that have characterized the conflict.

Embark on a captivating coming-of-age journey as you follow Don Rodriguez through a swashbuckling road trip set in a mythical golden age of Spain. Excluded from inheriting his familys grand castle, Rodriguez is challenged to win his own estate and bride using his remarkable skills with both sword and mandolin. Along the way, he teams up with the endearing Morano, a Sancho Panza-like servant, and together they navigate a series of whimsical adventures filled with humor and intrigue. Lord Dunsany, a master of fantasy and a significant influence on literary giants like J.R.R. Tolkien and Neil ...

“There have been glimpses inside the NSA before, but until now no one has published a comprehensive and detailed report on the agency . . . Mr. Bamford has emerged with everything except the combination to the director’s safe.” –New York Times Book Review Today’s National Security...

Join us on a captivating journey into the life of Peter Schlemihl, an ordinary man who makes a fateful deal with the devil trading his shadow for a bottomless purse. Initially, this seems like a dream come true, but Peter soon discovers that being without a shadow makes him an outcast in society, and no amount of wealth can mend that rift. Though the story of Peter Schlemihl remains a classic, the original text has faded from popular reading. This accessible translation by F.H. Hedge offers a fresh introduction for modern listeners seeking to explore this timeless tale. - Summary by Carolin

Hosted by Katherine McNamara and Dominic Sherwood, Return to the Shadows will bring fans into the Shadow World like never before, diving deep into Shadowhunters, the show that ended way too soon. Kat and Dom will uncover interesting facts, analyze episodes, and fill your eardrums with behind-the-scenes memories that will blow your mind. Cast, crew, fans, and friends will join our hosts along the way, giving fans the Shadowhunters revival they always wanted. Join Kat and Dom for a special LIVE taping of the podcast on Weds March 22, 2023 - 1pm PT. Tickets available at moment.co/...

History, paranormal, archaeology and folklore meet in the Shadow Tor Paranormal Podcast. Featuring historic curios from ancient priories and pubs, to archaeological sites and mysterious locations across the land. Based in Cornwall, we have many a strange tale to tell you. Recorded, narrated and edited by Matt 'Bear' Clark (GameDev, Time Team, educator) Written and narrated by Jonathan Boakes (GameDev, actor, author, investigator)

Shadow is a thrilling manhunt across the globe, as a determined detective pursues a cunning bank robber through twists and turns that span continents. With deception, crime, and high-stakes intrigue, this novel keeps listeners on edge as they follow a game of cat and mouse filled with unexpected surprises.

Do you dare listen to the unknown? Welcome to The Shadows, a podcast devoted to all things chilling and disturbing. Join your cryptic host Mortuus each week as he brings you tales from the darkness, stories that will haunt the remote corners of your psyche long after you press stop. From unexplained supernatural encounters to strange disappearances, murders, and disturbing rituals, The Shadows immerses you in an hour of nightmarish entertainment that's best listened to with the lights on. Tales that seem torn from an eerie netherworld, the disturbing short stories on The Shadows come from the ...