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Arabian Sands is Wilfred Thesiger’s stunning account of five years spent crossing the Arabian Peninsula by foot and on camels, with nomadic Bedouin tribesmen as guides. Travelling between 1945 and 1950, the British explorer treks through Yemen, the Empty Quarter, Oman, and parts of the then Trucial States, crossing and re-crossing around 250,000 miles of this most inhospitable terrain. He was the first European ever to set eyes on the dunes and wadis of these deserts.

Bernard Mauprat, raised amidst lawless brigands, knows little of the world beyond his tumultuous upbringing until a fateful encounter at the age of 17 changes everything. When his cousin Edmee is taken hostage in their castle, Bernard risks everything to help her escape. Relocating to live with his uncle, he is finally offered the chance at an education—and his heart becomes entwined with Edmee’s, despite her hesitance due to his rough past. As he grapples with the shadows of his upbringing, can the nurturing environment of his new home redeem him? Will he find the strength to confront his...

Was ist das Patriarchat, und wie ist es entstanden? Jahrhundertelang sahen Gesellschaften männliche Vorherrschaft als natürlich an. Was aber, wenn wir nicht davon ausgehen, dass Männer stets über Frauen herrschten? Wenn wir die Ungleichheit der Geschlechter als etwas Fragiles wahrnehmen, das immer wieder neu durchgesetzt werden muss?

When human rights lawyer Philippe Sands received an invitation to deliver a lecture in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv, he began to uncover a series of extraordinary historical coincidences. It set him on a quest that would take him halfway around the world in an exploration of the origins of international law and the pursuit of his own secret family history, beginning and ending with the last day of the Nuremberg Trials.

In this captivating sequel to Consuelo, we rejoin the talented Consuelo as she basks in the glow of her flourishing singing career. Her journey leads her to the enchanting Princess Amelia of Prussia, who has captured the heart of the enigmatic Baron von Trenck, a figure from Consuelo’s past. Amidst the splendor of royal courts, Consuelo finds herself caught in a web of intrigue, drawing the attention of her new friend’s brother, King Frederick II. Navigating the delicate balance between loyalty and self-preservation proves perilous, especially when she is wrongfully imprisoned, accused of ...

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE * A NEW YORK TIMES TOP 100 BOOK OF THE CENTURY * A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR * A TIME ALL-TIME 100 NONFICTION BOOK Updated with FOUR NEW MAJOR CHAPTERS illuminating the new developments in cancer detection, prevention, treatment, and...

Throughout the history of the Western world, Jews have suffered various forms of exclusion, stigmatization, and discrimination that have forced them always to be aware of their particular situation. The Jews became a community under siege and, as Shlomo Sand argues, Judaism was shaped by the hostile gaze of Christian civilization.

Balancing a broad array of archaeological, botanical, and historical evidence, Fruit from the Sands presents the fascinating story of the origins and spread of agriculture across Inner Asia and into Europe and East Asia. Through the preserved remains of plants in archaeological sites, Robert N. Spengler III identifies the regions where our most familiar crops were domesticated and follows their routes as people carried them around the world. Vividly narrated, Fruit from the Sands explores how the foods we eat have shaped the course of human history.

WINNER OF THE ORWELL PRIZE NEW YORK TIMES EDITORS’ CHOICE “Unforgettable . . . a book about Putin’s Russia that is unlike any other.”—Patrick Radden Keefe, author of Empire of Pain From a Moscow correspondent for The New Yorker, a groundbreaking portrait of modern Russia and...

A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF THE YEAR A hugely ambitious, “delightfully readable, genuinely informative” portrait (The New York Times) of the two-centuries-long entwined histories of Iran and America—two powers who were once allies and now adversaries—by an admired...

Set against the enchanting backdrop of rural France in the mid-19th century, Bagpipers weaves a captivating tale of two couples navigating the complexities of love and relationships. With rich character development and emotional depth, this story invites listeners to explore the joys and challenges of romance in a time of social change. - Summary by PeterTucker

Will love truly conquer all? Dive into this captivating novel that explores personal growth amidst the societal pressures of propriety, finance, and inheritance in 19th century France. With a rich tapestry of intriguing events and clever turns of phrase, this story promises to engage and entertain. (Summary by Christine Rottger)

In this captivating roman à clef, we follow the enchanting journey of Consuelo, a talented singer mentored by the renowned composer Nicola Porpora. After facing betrayal in her beloved Venice, she finds refuge with a noble family in a secluded Bohemian castle, where she is tasked with teaching singing to the baroness. There, she encounters Count Albert, a troubled young man haunted by memories of past lives. Drawn to him yet uncertain of their connection, Consuelo grapples with her feelings. As she makes her way to Vienna to reunite with Porpora, she forms a bond with the young Joseph Haydn. ...

Standing not far from the centre of Doncaster, South Yorkshire, UK for 80 years, the Sand House was a mansion-sized, private dwelling whose walls were carved from solid rock. It stood within a former quarry that later became a sunken garden surrounding the house. The associated tunnels that ran through the ground near the quarry were at least as impressive. The section known as the Cloisters tunnel was decorated with many fine carvings, including one of a full-size Indian elephant.The Sand House was home to four families in all. Its creator, Henry Senior lived there with his family between ...

"I dreamed of New York, I am going there." On May 31, 1953, twenty-year-old Sylvia Plath arrived in New York City for a one-month stint at "the intellectual fashion magazine" Mademoiselle to be a guest editor for its prestigious annual college issue. Over the next twenty-six days, the bright...

In the bestselling tradition of Hampton Sides’s In the Kingdom of Ice, a “gripping adventure tale” (The Boston Globe) recounting Dutch polar explorer William Barents’ three harrowing Arctic expeditions—the last of which resulted in a relentlessly challenging year-long fight for...

A panoramic revisionist portrait of the nineteenth-century invention that is transforming the twenty-first-century world “Excellent . . . calls to mind Bill Bryson, John McPhee, Rebecca Solnit.”—The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice) ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New...

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Dive into the life of George Sand with Bertha Thomas, a respected Victorian Novelist, who brings to light the intriguing biography of this renowned author. - Summary by Christine Rottger

Dive into the fourth volume of Alexandre Dumas intriguing exploration of notorious crimes and their culprits. This episode unearths the captivating story of Karl Ludwig Sand, the man who murdered the renowned dramatist August von Kotzebue in 1819. Immerse yourself in a time of political turbulence as we delve into the motivations behind this shocking crime, fueled by von Kotzebues controversial royalist and conservative writings. This tale of political assassination by a radical liberal Burschenschaft member is a must-listen. - Summary by Carolin