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'Glorious . . . anecdote and information accumulate with marvellous abundance and a passionate sense of the fascination of jewels . . . a wonderfully generous gift' - John de Falbe, Spectator In this scintillating audiobook, journalist Victoria Finlay embarks on her own globe-circling search for...

Queen Victoria ascended the British throne in 1837 and presided over an unprecedented expansion of imperial power until her death in 1901. This podcast explores the full arc of the Victorian era: the industrial revolution that reshaped Britain, the Opium Wars with China, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the scramble for Africa, and the Boer Wars. Lucas and Luna guide listeners through Victoria's complex legacy, from her role as a constitutional monarch to the myth-making of the Raj, the Irish famines, and the social reforms of the period. They examine key figures like Palmerston, Disraeli, ...

Throughout history, precious stones have inspired passions and poetry, quests and curses, sacred writings and unsacred actions. In this scintillating book, journalist Victoria Finlay embarks on her own globe-circling search for the real stories behind some of the gems we prize most. Blending...

A remarkably fresh and engaging account of Britain’s long-reigning monarch, Queen Victoria, who ascended to the throne at 18, in 1837, and died in 1901. Lytton Strachey captures her essential spirit in concise and elegant prose, with an eye and an ear keenly attuned to human nature, and its foibles. Written only 20 years after her death, this biography exemplifies the emergence of modern thought from the Victorian Era.

The Victoria Cross stands as the pinnacle of military honor, awarded to members of the British and Commonwealth armed forces for extraordinary acts of bravery in the face of the enemy. Established by Royal Warrant in 1856 by Queen Victoria, who was deeply invested in the accounts of gallantry during the Crimean War, this medal recognizes the remarkable courage displayed by soldiers from all ranks amidst the chaos of battle. Stories of the Victoria Cross, penned by the Victorian author Frank Mundell and published by The Sunday School Union, offers a collection of inspirational narratives that ...

Lytton Strachey’s groundbreaking work, Eminent Victorians (1918), captivated readers with its sharp wit and insightful exploration of Victorian figures. In this compelling follow-up, Queen Victoria (1921), he delves deeper into the life of one of historys most iconic monarchs, revealing the complexities and contradictions that defined her reign. Strachey masterfully balances humor and critique, shedding light on the pervasive hypocrisy of Victorian morality while humanizing his subjects. (Summary from Wikipedia)

This final volume of the captivating series on Victorian Britain begins with the harsh suppression of an 1865 rebellion by former slaves in Jamaica. It then explores the daring leap in the dark by Conservative Prime Minister, Benjamin Disraeli, in 1867, leading to an unprecedented expansion of male suffrage in the UK. Follow the unsuccessful Fenian movement for Irish independence, the victory of British trade unions, and William Ewart Gladstone’s impactful reform ministry. This era ends with Disraelis imperialist agenda and the glorious Congress of Berlin, where he and Bismarck negotiate...

Born in Edinburgh in June 1815, John Westgarth was the son of the surveyor-general of customs for Scotland. He received his education at the high schools of Leith and Edinburgh, followed by Dr. Bruce’s school in Newcastle-on-Tyne. After entering the office of G. Young and Company, which was engaged in the Australian trade, Westgarth recognized the immense potential of the new land and decided to emigrate. He arrived in Melbourne in December 1840, a burgeoning town of just a few thousand residents. When the new colony established its legislative council, Westgarth topped the poll for ...

The crash of a U.S. reconnaissance plane into the Colombian jungle on February 13, 2003, set off a series of events that, five years later, would bring three South American countries on a collision course toward war, pit a giant government contractor against its employer - the U.S. government - and catapult a 40-year-old guerrilla army to the international stage as one of the most active and successful terrorist organizations in the world.

Join Noah Tetzner (The History of Vikings podcast) for this fifteen-episode exploration of life and death during one of the most important periods in world history. Through interviews with scholars, biographers, and artists, the show will consider everyday life during the era, the battles that shaped the kingdom, the artists who gave voice to the people, and much more. Subscribe now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In the shadowy reign of King Henry VIII, British Catholics faced dark times as their faith was suppressed and religious houses were shuttered, largely due to the influence of the despised Thomas Cromwell. Amidst this turmoil, the ancient shrine at Walsingham, dedicated to Our Lady and a beacon of miracles and pilgrimage, remained a source of hope. On a remote farm, siblings Jemmy Reynolds and his sister Joan, yearning for their long-promised pilgrimage to Walsingham, finally set out on their adventure. Their biggest challenge? To find a worthy offering for Our Lady, leading Joan to the ...

Bienvenidos y bienvenidas a Ritual de Media Noche, el espacio donde la oscuridad no solo se siente, sino que se escucha. Aquí no hay tabúes, no hay censura y, sobre todo, no hay vuelta atrás. Si estás escuchando esto, es porque, como yo, sientes esa atracción extraña por lo prohibido, lo siniestro, lo que la sociedad prefiere esconder bajo la alfombra. Así que cierra la puerta, baja las luces y prepárate, porque esta noche cruzamos juntos el umbral hacia el mundo de las sectas.

HISTORIES GREATEST This Day in History: The Stories That Shaped Our World Histories Greatest is a daily podcast that takes you on an immersive journey through time, highlighting the most remarkable events, achievements, and turning points that occurred on this very day throughout history. Each episode, your hosts dive into fascinating stories from around the globe, unearthing the pivotal moments that changed the course of human civilization. From groundbreaking scientific discoveries and technological innovations to cultural milestones, political revolutions, and extraordinary human ...

Get ready for the quirky, the quaint and the downright fascinating tales hidden in Melbourne & Victoria's past, brought to you by The Royal Historical Society of Victoria. Join Sean Reynolds and a rotating roster of guests as we dig up the most jaw-dropping secrets and stories you've never heard. From Melbourne to Mildura, Gippsland to Geelong – we're zigzagging across Victoria to bring you the wild, weird and astoundingly true tales of our slice of Australia. This is Victoria’s history, but not as you know it.

Celebrating the World of Art, this Big Blend Radio podcast focuses on art, artists, and art history, and features Victoria Chick, a contemporary figurative artist, early 19th/20th century print collector, former art educator, and art therapist.

Get ready for the quirky, the quaint and the downright fascinating tales hidden in Melbourne & Victoria's past, brought to you by The Royal Historical Society of Victoria. Join Sean Reynolds and a rotating roster of guests as we dig up the most jaw-dropping secrets and stories you've never heard. From Melbourne to Mildura, Gippsland to Geelong – we're zigzagging across Victoria to bring you the wild, weird and astoundingly true tales of our slice of Australia. This is Victoria’s history, but not as you know it.

Dive into a world where mystery, accidents and history collide in ”The Mysterious Life and Death,” your weekly summer escape into the unknown. Each episode uncovers a part of the unexplained, from shadowy historical events to baffling plane accidents, passing by curious affairs or mysterious disappearances, inviting you guys on a captivating journey through time and intrigue. Join us as we explore a myriad of mysteries, each more perplexing than the last. With a focus on the enigmatic and the mysterious, the series promises to keep you at the edge of your seat, eagerly anticipating each ...

Shortlisted for the Independent Podcast Awards 2023, The Gallery Companion is hosted by writer and historian Dr Victoria Powell. Expect stories about all the messy, complicated stuff that artists explore and question in their work: what’s going on, how we think and behave, how the past impacts on the present, and the role of art in our world. www.thegallerycompanion.com