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Stateless in Shanghai: Liliane Willens' Odyssey from Nazi-Occupied Europe to a Lost Passport and a Stateless Life

Liliane Willens was a young Jewish girl living in Nazi-occupied Vienna when her world was shattered. Her family was forced to flee, and she found herself alone and stateless in Shanghai, a city that was both a haven for...

Italo Calvino4 min read

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Juliet Blaxland

Exploring the Enchanting Easternmost House: A Literary Masterpiece by Juliet Blaxland

: A Literary Gem Set in the Heart of Tasmania Juliet Blaxland's "The Easternmost House" is a captivating literary masterpiece that transports readers to the enchanting island of Tasmania. Set against the backdrop of...

W.B. Yeats5 min read

E R Bills

Historian Considers His Life and Work

As I sit here in my study, surrounded by the books and papers that have been my companions for so many years, I find myself reflecting on my life and work. I am a historian, and I have spent my life studying the past. I have...

Jacob Foster4 min read

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A Dutch Homesteader On The Prairies: The Letters Of Wilhelm De Gelder 1910 13: The Letters Of Willem De Gelder 1910 13 (Heritage)

The Letters of Willem de Gelder (1910-1913): A Heritage of Tolerance and Understanding

Willem de Gelder was a Dutch artist who lived from 1871 to 1945. He is best known for his paintings of the Javanese people and his advocacy for their rights. His letters, written between 1910 and 1913, provide a...

Ethan Mitchell5 min read

David E Mccraw

Inside the Fight for Press Freedom in the Age of Alternative Facts

By John Smith, Investigative Journalist In the age of "alternative facts," where truth is often obscured by a deluge of misinformation and disinformation, the fight for press freedom has taken on a...

Jackson Hayes6 min read

Holly Madison

The Vegas Diaries: Romance Rolling The Dice And The Road To Reinvention

Romance Rolling the Dice: A Transformative Journey on the Road to Reinvention

In the grand tapestry of life, romance stands as a vibrant thread, intertwining with our experiences, shaping our destinies, and igniting the flame of transformation within us. Like the roll of a dice, love's...

Jedidiah Hayes6 min read

Peter Neumann

Jena 1800: The Republic of Free Spirits

Jena 1800: The Republic of Free Spirits was a short-lived experiment in radical democracy that took place in the German city of Jena during the Napoleonic Wars. The Republic was founded by a group of students and...

Joel Mitchell6 min read

Billie Milholland

The Leaky Raft: Billie Milholland's Extraordinary Survival at Sea

In the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, where unforgiving waters meet unrelenting winds, a young woman named Billie Milholland embarked on a perilous journey that would forever alter the course of her life. With nothing more than a leaky...

Marc Foster5 min read

Heather Boushey

After Piketty: The Agenda for Economics and Inequality

In his 2014 book, Capital in the Twenty-First Century, French economist Thomas Piketty argued that the gap between the rich and the poor is widening, and that this trend is likely to continue...

Miguel Nelson5 min read

Rob Stewart

Save the Humans: Rob Stewart's Life and Legacy

Rob Stewart was a visionary filmmaker, environmentalist, and photographer who dedicated his life to protecting sharks and oceans. His passion for the natural world and his unwavering commitment to making a difference left an...

Craig Blair6 min read

Jody Hoffer Gittell

The Southwest Airlines Way: The Secrets Behind Their Legendary Customer Service

Southwest Airlines is known for its exceptional customer service. In fact, they have been ranked as the number one airline in customer satisfaction for several years in a row. So what's their secret? There are a number of...

Scott Parker3 min read

T A Hyman

How Do You Use Those Darn Chopsticks?

A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering the Art of Eastern Dining In the vibrant tapestry of global cuisine, the alluring flavors of Asia ignite the taste buds and transport diners to distant lands. But embarking on this culinary adventure requires...

Douglas Foster5 min read

Liliane Willens

Gandhi Smuts Race In The British Empire: Of Passive Violent Resistance

Gandhi Smuts Race In The British Empire: A Struggle for Equal Rights and Dignity

The British Empire, spanning vast territories across the globe, was a complex tapestry of diverse cultures, races, and nationalities. Within this imperial framework, racial discrimination and inequality were deeply ingrained, perpetuating...

Giovanni Mitchell5 min read

Timothy Snyder

Nationalism Marxism And Modern Central Europe: A Biography Of Kazimierz Kelles Krauz 1872 1905

Early Life and Education Kazimierz Kelles-Krauz was born on October 22, 1872, in Warsaw, Poland. He was the son of a wealthy merchant and received a privileged education. From an early age, he exhibited a talent for art and began taking drawing...

Cooper Bell4 min read

Sophocles

Ajax, Women of Trachis, Electra, Philoctetes: Hackett Classics

Sophocles, one of the most celebrated playwrights of ancient Greece, is renowned for his profound insights into the human condition. His tragedies explore the complexities of honor, loyalty, and the struggle against fate....

Andy Cole4 min read

Anne Willan

One Souffle At A Time: A Memoir Of Food And France

Memoir of Food and France: A Culinary Journey Through the French Countryside

A memoir of food and France, this book is a culinary journey through the French countryside, exploring the country's rich culinary traditions and the author's own personal experiences with French food and culture. The...

Connor Mitchell4 min read

Max Nemni

Kerry Stokes: The Boy from Nowhere Who Built a Media Empire

Humble Beginnings Kerry Stokes was born in 1937 in Kalgoorlie, a remote mining town in Western Australia. His parents were poor and divorced when he was just a toddler. Stokes was raised by his mother,...

Ryan Foster4 min read

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Life And Death In The North Woods: The Story Of The Maine Game Warden Service

The Enduring Legacy of Maine's Game Warden Service

Deep within the heart of Maine's vast and rugged wilderness lies a force that has dedicated itself to the preservation of the state's natural heritage. For over a century, the Maine Game Warden Service has stood as a bastion...

Joe Simmons4 min read

Paul Douglas Lockhart

The Baron De Steuben And The Making Of The American Army

The American Revolutionary War was a defining moment in the history of the United States. The war pitted the thirteen American colonies against the British Empire, and the outcome would determine the future of the United States. One of the key...

Clarence Mitchell3 min read

Louis Hyman

American Capitalism Reader Louis Hyman Examines the Impact of Market Forces on Workers, Consumers, and the Economy

Louis Hyman is a leading expert on the history of American capitalism. He is the author of several books on the topic, including Debtor Nation: The History of America in Red Ink, Temp: The Real Story of What Happened to American...