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A blend of history, science, philosophy, and environmentalism, The Tree is an engaging and elegant look at the life of the tree and what modern research tells us about their future. There are redwoods in California that were ancient by the time Columbus first landed, and pines still alive that...

In 1967, not long after the Six-Day War, three young Arab men ventured into the town of Ramle, in what is now Jewish Israel. They were cousins, on a pilgrimage to see their childhood homes; their families had been driven out of Palestine nearly 20 years earlier. One cousin had a door slammed in his face, and another found his old house had been converted into a school. But the third, Bashir Al-Khairi, was met at the door by a young woman called Dalia, who invited them in.

A mesmerizing odyssey through an unforgiving landscape, and the rich history it reveals. What does it mean to explore and confront the unknown? Beyond the Trees recounts Adam Shoalts's epic, never-before-attempted solo crossing of Canada's mainland Arctic in a single season. It's also a...

The Spanish Conquest: What really happened? If you like to use your drive time for education by audiobook, consider this audiobook for widening and deepening your view of an event you studied briefly in school - the Spanish conquest of the Americas. Conquistador Voices, neither glamorizes nor condemns the conquistadors. Somewhat in the manner of a modern film documentary, it treats the so-called conquest as an historical event that’s worth learning about for its own sake, with most of the moralizing left to the listener.

If you like to use your drive time for education by audiobook, consider this book for widening and deepening your view of an event you studied briefly in school - the Spanish conquest of the Americas. Conquistador Voices, which relies more heavily than most works of this kind on first-person accounts, neither glamorizes nor condemns the conquistadors. Somewhat in the manner of a modern film documentary, it treats the so-called conquest as an historical event that’s worth learning about for its own sake, with most of the moralizing left to the listener.

Dive into one of the most poignant World War I novels, a powerful family saga penned during the turmoil of the war. May Sinclair masterfully captures the profound emotions that arise in the lives of ordinary people amidst such tragedy. Her narrative interweaves compelling themes like suffrage, sexual liberation, artistic rebellion, war, and pacifism, creating a tapestry of human experience. The novels most striking metaphor, the Vortex, illustrates the dangerously compelling force of collective humanity — exploring how to resist it and, even more challenging, how to engage with it while ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Tree-Dwellers, where Katharine E. Dopp, a pioneering educator and writer of childrens textbooks in the early 20th century, introduces young minds to the fascinating anthropological development of early human groups. This first installment, The Age of Fear, invites children aged 6 to 7 to explore the past through engaging stories that spark curiosity and imagination. Each lesson begins with thought-provoking questions, followed by captivating narratives that present factual information in a child-friendly manner. Accompanying activities encourage hands-on ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Under the Greenwood Tree, subtitled The Mellstock Quire A Rural Painting of the Dutch School. This charming novel centers around Dick Dewy, a young man smitten with the new schoolmistress, Fancy Day. As we follow their budding romance, we also witness the tension between the traditional musicians of the Quire and the progressive local vicar, Parson Maybold, who introduces a church organ that challenges age-old customs. Set against the backdrop of the Victorian era, Hardy paints a vivid picture of a community grappling with change and the impact of technology ...

Dive into the fascinating world of whales with A Book of Whales, a captivating natural history designed for the curious layman. Join A. Gramour as he unravels the mysteries of these majestic creatures, making their stories accessible and engaging for everyone.

Beneath the Druids Tree, Irish myths and history collide with today. Each episode dives into tales of heroes, monsters, and humanity—raw, strange, and unapologetically real. The past isn’t distant here; it’s a mirror, a map, and sometimes, a warning. Through C. Thomas Smiths' style blending the surreal, real and darkly funny, the Druids Tree podcast retells the tales that created a people in a modern way.

Dive into the enchanting world of Ugandan folklore with Rosetta Baskervilles captivating collection, first published in 1925. As the wife of missionary George Baskerville, Rosetta gathered tales that weave together the rich tapestry of Baganda culture. Discover origin stories, such as how the flame tree came to be and the legend of Nsangis tears. Delight in fairy tales like The Buffalo Maiden and The River Fairy, where the clever hare takes center stage as the beloved trickster, especially in tales like The Elephant That Wanted to Dance and The Hare Who Earned a Cow and a Chieftainship. This ...

Tree Talks is a podcast that branches out into the world of trees, one episode at a time. Listening and learning from people about the natural world we live in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When scholars write the history of the world twenty years from now, what will they say was the most crucial development in the first few years of the twenty-first century? The attacks on the World Trade Center on 9/11 and the Iraq war? Or the convergence of technology and events that allowed...

Hello and welcome to World Tree Exoticz, my name is Chris. This podcast is an introduction to my series on enigmatic beings found in history and lore. This is where I bring you to the past, to ancient places in time where reptiles etched their way into our history books. So please join me as we delve into this mystical world and uncover the mystery and fear these ambiguous beings have played in our history, granting these creatures immortality in the tapestry of our world.

Welcome to Shadows From the Tree, uncovering the hidden stories of our ancestors' pasts through the exploration of newspaper archives and historical research. Our mission is to shed light on the lives and experiences of those who came before us, revealing the shadows that have shaped our family histories. We invite you to join us on this journey of discovery and share your own family stories (prior to 1923, as we respect the privacy of individuals beyond that timeframe). Together, let's delve into the depths of history, unravel the mysteries of our ancestors, and illuminate the shadows that ...

A short series podcast and living Caribbean Feminist archive from Rebel Women Lit

The FT team are here to bring you family history interviews, news, stories, discoveries, research tips and so much more. Get started on your family tree, discover your story, take your timeline back further, and join the genealogy community. The Family Tree podcast is brought to you by the team behind the hugely popular British magazine Family Tree and the www.family-tree.co.uk website.

Martin og Niels diskuterer artikler og interviewer personligheder i og omkring vikinge-reenactment miljøet i Danmark

Our mission is to save police lives and create a positive relationship between the police and the community. We discuss current trends and reflect on historical data to identify and reduce factors the lead to line of duty death

Interweaving research, conversations, family and expert interviews, Meghan Swaby and Sedina Fiati will host an exciting podcast about Caribbean folklore, exploring how its impact ripples through history to present day and beyond