Ergebnis für "Shining" in Politik & Sozialwissenschaften

One of the most acclaimed books of our time—the definitive Vietnam War exposé and the winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award. When he came to Vietnam in 1962, Lieutenant Colonel John Paul Vann was the one clear-sighted participant in an enterprise riddled with arrogance and...

Es gibt Menschen, die verzweifeln an einem abgebrochenen Fingernagel. Und es gibt Menschen, die trotz schwieriger Umstände, Krankheiten, Behinderungen, Schicksalsschlägen ein erfülltes, glückliches und bereicherndes Leben führen und anderen Menschen Kraft geben können. Das sind "The Shining". Und jedes Gespräch mit ihnen ist eine Erleuchtung.

On May 17, 1980, on the eve of Peru's presidential election, five masked men stormed a small town. They set election ballots ablaze and vanished, but not before planting a red hammer-and-sickle banner in the town square. The lone man arrested the next morning later swore allegiance to a group called Shining Path. Described by a US State Department cable as "cold-blooded and bestial", Shining Path orchestrated bombings, assassinations, and massacres across the cities, countryside, and jungles of Peru in a murderous campaign to seize power and impose a Communist government.

The clear-eyed, definitive history of the modern American economy and the decline of the American Dream, from the Pulitzer Prize–winning columnist behind The New York Times's “The Morning” newsletter. “With the even-handed incisiveness that has made him one of the country’s...

A SHELF AWARENESS BEST BOOK OF 2025 A LOS ANGELES TIMES MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF 2025 AN ELLE BEST BOOK OF FALL 2025 “Convincing and illuminating.” —The Atlantic A compelling, intelligent, and timely exploration of the horror genre from one of Columbia University’s most popular...

Manchester recalls in intimate detail everything from family gatherings at Hyannis Port, to grueling campaign trips, and quiet evenings alone with the president in the White House family quarters. The resulting portrait provides listeners with myriad anecdotes and insights into a life of a man that bristled with vigor, competitiveness, and an unflagging drive for excellence, and shone with elegance, intelligence, and compassion.

In Shattered to Shining, nine women and one male domestic violence survivor describe how they were shattered, as their home became a place where physical and sexual violence, emotional and psychological control dominated their lives. Through persistence and courage, they have risen above their situation and come out the other side shining with positivity, strength, commitment, and empathy for others.

A variety of shows for your listening pleasure.

WELCOME to the Shining Brightly Show! I am Howard Brown, Mr Shining Brightly your host, guide and master of ceremonies each week. Each episode will feature the human resolve of resilience and hope. The goal of each show is to motivate, educate and inspire you for self-improvement of mind, body and spirt, better lifestyle decisions, balance work life balance and giving back to others and our communities. My broad array of contacts around the world will join me to talk about gratitude, burnout, empowerment, resilience, addiction, self-care, cancer, caregiving, sports, relationships, community ...

Hello, I’m Rhea Joseph and I’m a high school senior. As I went through the process of identifying and narrowing my college wishlist, I realized quickly that there’s only so many college visits one can do. In my opinion, the best way to get a holistic understanding of college experience from a student POV is by engaging with someone that is going through the journey. On my podcast, Shining a Spotlight! I delve into the academic as well as the social and fun aspects that make the college experience whole. Join me as I speak with students across different colleges to shine the spotlight on ...

It was the moment the 21st Century began in earnest: In 2016, Russia reached out across the internet and interfered with America’s democracy, setting the conditions that helped propel Donald Trump into the White House. Dark Shining Moment tells the story of the first people to detect Russia’s interference - before that pivotal election. It’s a narrative about how information has been used to create a new reality for the public, for democracies and for the world - kicking off the crisis we’re in today. While the first six episodes titled Dark Shining Moment tells the story of how Russia...

It was the moment the 21st Century began in earnest: in 2016, Russia reached out across the internet and interfered with America’s democracy, setting the conditions that helped propel Donald Trump into the White House. Dark Shining Moment tells the story of the first people to detect Russia’s interference - before that pivotal election. It’s a narrative about how information has been used to create a new reality for the public, for democracies and for the world - kicking off the crisis we’re in today.

EMBRACE A LIFE OF LOVE FOR ALL HUMANITY Share the Dream is a six-session audio Bible study based on the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. You will look at six biblical principles that shaped Dr. King’s life and motivated him to speak on behalf of African Americans in the...

Kelsey shares the honest reflections and encouragement of her RISING*SHINING blog posts in audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

a story of family estrangement

Aspiring law students! Your journey to a top LSAT score begins here. "LSAT Victory" is not just a prep book; it's a comprehensive course that has been meticulously designed to help you achieve the highest scores possible. This guide is tailored to provide you with an in-depth understanding and mastery of the LSAT. It covers all areas of the test – Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension – with a level of detail that ensures no stone is left unturned.

We present views that do not fit into any box. If you want to know solutions to fundamental problems like what is the noble purpose of life (no, we are not christians or other religious people) or understand why the U.S. is failing (no, we are not democrats or republicans), this is THE podcast for you!

Captivating stories of the places where human evil has left a nefarious mark, featuring stories from the podcast Lore—now a streaming television series—including “Echoes,” “Withering Heights,” and “Behind Closed Doors” as well as rare material. Sometimes you walk into a room...

There will always be something distinct about our present day, yet history haunts. American democracy is at a crossroads and we have to decide who we really are as a nation. This moment begs us all to look to our past to help understand our present and to imagine a better future. In the aftermath of the carnage of the Civil War, the nation struggled to give shape to a country drenched in blood. In many ways, we are still fighting old battles and still trapped in assumptions that blocked the way to imagining a new America. Written and narrated by award-winning author and Professor of African ...

Pulitzer-Prize winning and best-selling historian Jon Meacham and esteemed guests explore the history and origins of the strong grip misinformation and disinformation have on our politics. Meacham will trace the roots of America’s prevailing culture of polarization, with an emphasis on why the right has chosen to break with a governing consensus that, however imperfect, was once embodied by the figurative conversation between Franklin Roosevelt and Ronald Reagan. Fate of Fact offers a historically grounded perspective on the forces that led to the presidency of Donald Trump and the ...