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Dive into the captivating world of Giovanni Verga, a master of Italian verismo, whose poignant short stories bring to life the struggles and triumphs of working-class characters in 19th-century rural Sicily. Among these tales is Rustic Chivalry, or Cavalleria rusticana, which inspired the famous opera by Mascagni. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of Sicilian life through Vergas insightful narratives. - Summary by Mary J

In a picturesque Sicilian fishing village of the nineteenth century, the Malavoglia family stakes everything on a cargo of lupin nuts, hoping for a prosperous outcome. When disaster strikes and the cargo is lost at sea, a cascade of misfortunes befalls the family, leading to heart-wrenching tragedies. Revered as a masterpiece of social commentary within Italy yet overlooked by the broader world, The House by the Medlar Tree stands shoulder to shoulder with the works of Zola, Dickens, and Balzac among the greats of European literature. This poignant tale also inspired Luchino Viscontis 1948 ...

*The* *Path of Mantra* podcast exists to help those wanting to start or deepen a Mantra practice. Here I share my hard earned insights and knowledge from years of practice under a traditional mantra Guru, as well as from self-study and experimentation. I am a *sadhaka* (spiritual practitioner) moved by the intention of helping fellow seekers along the way. This is part of my dharma. This project is non-sectarian. Whether your interest in mantras is about personal growth, healing, *siddhis*, manifestation, bhakti yoga, or spiritual liberation, you are welcome to join and learn.

The Decameron is one of the greatest literary works of the Middle Ages. Ten young people have fled the terrible effects of the Black Death in Florence and, in an idyllic setting, tell a series of brilliant stories, by turns humorous, bawdy, tragic and provocative. This celebration of physical and sexual vitality is Boccaccio's answer to the sublime other-worldliness of Dante's Divine Comedy.

A wonderful journey through the splendors of the Eternayl City: Forum Romanum, Pantheon, Baths of Caracalla, Theater of Pompey, Forum of Augustus, Colosseum and Palatine.

Set against the shadow of the Black Plague, The Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio is a radiant tapestry of love, wit, tragedy, and the triumph of the human spirit. When Florence is ravaged by pestilence, ten young nobles—seven women and three men—flee to a countryside villa to escape the horrors of the city. Over ten days, they pass the time by telling one hundred stories: tales of romance and folly, devotion and deception, virtue and vice.

An expert teacher and life coach shares a new vision of self-confidence—one that discards bravado and narcissism in favor of integrity, wisdom, and purpose. Discover the principles, exercises, meditations, and tools that will help you move from self-doubt to unshakable self-belief.

Embark on a journey through 2,400 years of history with this definitive collection of 161 of the world’s greatest speeches. Presented chronologically, this master volume spans from the golden age of Athens in 431 BCE to the dawn of a new China in 1926, now complete with seminal speeches from India’s Mohandas Gandhi and China’s Mao Tse-Tung.

The Cart è un progetto nato per raccontare il mondo ecommerce e le sue complessità quotidiane. Un format dedicato al confronto fatto di persone appassionate del digitale che parlano di sfide tecniche, strategiche ed operative.Giovanni Fracasso CEO di ICT Sviluppo chiacchiera con i membri di diverse aree dello sviluppo andando ad approfondire quelle domande che ogni eCommerce Manager si pone nel quotidiano.Aiutare, spiegare e analizzare è l'obiettivo di The Cart, che non solo racconta di soluzioni tecnologiche, ma dove il mondo si sta dirigendo e come volgere lo sguardo ad un futuro che può...

B come Bucarest è un podcast narrativo in sei episodi che racconta la condzione dell'infanzia in Romania dalla fine degli anni Ottanta a oggi. Attraverso il retaggio del regime di Nicolae Ceaușescu e i cambiamenti degli ultimi quarant’anni, la serie ricostruisce storie, luoghi e memorie di un Paese in trasformazione. Bucarest tiene insieme tutto: è il filo conduttore, la mappa emotiva che guida l’ascolto. Si cammina tra palazzi monumentali, strade, e piazze, seguendo voci e testimonianze: episodio dopo episodio, le tracce si incastrano in un mosaico più grande, fatto di ferite ancora ...

ജിയോവന്നി ബോക്കാസിയോയുടെ പ്രശസ്തമായ പുസ്തകം ദി ഡെക്കാമെറോൺ ഇൻ മലയാളം, പ്രണയത്തിന്റെയും കാമത്തിന്റെയും കഥകളാൽ പ്രശസ്തമാണ്, ലൈംഗികത മുതൽ ദുരന്തം വരെയുള്ള എല്ലാ സാധ്യതകളിലും ഇത് പ്രത്യക്ഷപ്പെടുന്നു. ഈ മധ്യകാല സാങ്കൽപ്പിക കൃതിയിൽ 100 കഥകളുണ്ട്, അതിൽ വിറ്റ്, വിറ്റിസിസം, പ്രായോഗിക തമാശകൾ, തുടങ്ങിയ വിഷയങ്ങളുണ്ട്.

Actor’s Notes is a solo podcast exploring acting, improv training, communication, mindset, discipline, and the process of creative growth. Hosted by Giovanni Axibal, each episode reflects on real experiences! from Second City improv classes to auditions, creative blocks, confidence, and the lessons that show up while doing the work. This isn’t advice from someone who’s “arrived.” It’s documentation from someone actively becoming. Actor’s Notes blends performance craft with life lessons, emotional awareness, and honest reflection New episodes weekly.

Un podcast per tutti quelli che hanno a cuore il proprio futuro finanziario ma non sanno da dove iniziare. La finanza non è per pochi: è per chi possiede gli strumenti giusti per capirla. Con money bits, settimana dopo settimana, imparerai le basi per prenderti cura del tuo denaro e capire il gergo finanziario. Niente tecnicismi inutili o formule complicate, solo informazioni semplici e concrete per sbloccare il potenziale dei tuoi risparmi.

Learn how to be a professional brewmaster. Everything you need to recreate iconic beer recipes is available in this impactful beer-making book, including facts to enhance your new skills. Dive into the brewing culture that has shaped the drink that we know and love today through informative beer history facts to take inspiration from. From the first hop garden to modern advances, you'll not only find a new appreciation for international beer, but also enjoy a glass of delicious history.

Ma la musica ha ancora quel potere e quell'importanza nelle nostre vite?E perché alcuni singoli sembra siano stati scritti appositamente per noi?Le chiavi di lettura possono essere infinite, ma qui - assieme a cercare queste risposte - provo a raccontarvi cosa c'è sotto la copertina e soprattutto di quanto le persone , anche se possono sembrare così lontane, siano molto più vicine a noi di quanto possiamo pensare.Questo è uncovered , un podcast completamente autoprodotto e indipendente che parla di musica, di quello che c'è dietro e soprattutto di ciò che non ti aspetti.Ogni due ...

Futurologist Luna Lee presents possibilities for the future of space travel in the next 100 years.

Lorem LATAM é um podcast de design, criatividade e cultura visual criado por um designer latino-americano. O design é discutido a partir da identidade, do território e das realidades da América Latina, conectando vozes do Brasil e de países latino-americanos. Em alguns episódios, o diálogo se expande para criativos de outros países de língua portuguesa e espanhola, mantendo o olhar latino como essência.

Naples, 1931. A bitter wind stalks the city streets, and murder lies at its chilled heart. When Maestro Vezzi, one of the world's greatest tenors, is found brutally murdered in his dressing room at Naples' famous San Carlo theater, the enigmatic and aloof Commissario Ricciardi is called to investigate. Arrogant and bad-tempered, Vezzi was hated by many. But with the livelihoods of the opera at stake, who would have committed such a callous act?

Born to Palestinian refugees, Kassem Eid grew up in the small town of Moadamiya on the outskirts of the ancient city of Damascus. The streets that he and his many siblings played on were perfumed with jasmine. A precocious child, he excelled at school and had a natural gift for languages. But it didn't take long for Kassem to realise that he was treated differently at school because of his family's resistance to the brutal government regime.

Shiver from Beyond è il podcast per coloro che amano le storie che non si raccontano alla luce del giorno. Voci che riecheggiano dai sotterranei del tempo, leggende che sopravvivono nelle pieghe del folklore, testimonianze che sfidano la logica e la ragione. Vi accompagneremo in un viaggio oltre il confine del conosciuto: antichi culti, apparizioni inspiegabili, fenomeni paranormali, enigmi storici e segreti custoditi nell’ombra. Insieme esploreremo l’invisibile e l'ignoto, intrecciando ricerca storica e antropologica, folklore e suggestioni paranormali. Voi, preparatevi a brividi, ...