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In this exclusive audiobook edition, which includes eight hours of new content, Timothy Snyder combines the original On Tyranny (2017)—20 lessons on how history can instruct our response to the rise of tyranny around the world today—with 20 new lessons that answer the questions everyone is asking about Russia's war on Ukraine. With forays into history, he clarifies the causes of the Russian invasion and the meaning of Ukrainian resistance, and explains the war's connections to threats to democracy around the world.

An improbable world beckons. We think we know Madagascar, but it's too big, too eccentric and too impenetrable to be truly understood. If it was stretched out across Europe, the islands would reach from London to Algiers, and yet its road network is barely bigger than tiny Jamaica's. There is no evidence of any human life until about 10,000 years ago, and, when eventually people settled, it was migrants from Borneo - 3,700 miles away - who came out on top.

The year is 1680, in the heart of the Golden Age of Piracy, and more than 300 daring, hardened pirates—a potent mix of low-life scallywags and a rare breed of gentlemen buccaneers—gather on a remote Caribbean island. The plan: to wreak havoc on the Pacific coastline, raiding cities, mines, and merchant ships. The booty: the bright gleam of Spanish gold and the chance to become a legend. So begins one of the greatest piratical adventures of the era—a story not given its full due until now.

Revised and updated to reflect recent Russian and Western scholarship on the subject, this new edition maintains the 1995 original's distinction as a crucial volume in the history of World War II and of the Soviet Union and the most informed and compelling perspective on one of the greatest military confrontations of all time.

Here is a minor classic of the Orient. It is perhaps the most entertaining, most charming explanation and interpretation of traditional Japanese culture in terms of the tea ceremony. First published in 1906, it traces the custom from its roots in Taoism to its role as a Zen meditative discipline.

The story of the Second World War told by former BBC newsreader Richard Baker, with original recordings from the BBC. From Neville Chamberlain's historic declaration of war on Germany in 1939 to the sounds of rejoicing crowds on VJ Day in August 1945, the BBC - regarded at home and abroad as the very voice of Britain and the world's most trusted broadcaster - brought the full picture to an attentive nation.

Countries die. Sometimes it’s murder, sometimes it’s by accident, and sometimes it’s because they were so ludicrous they didn’t deserve to exist in the first place. Occasionally they explode violently. A few slip away almost unnoticed. Often the cause of death is either ‘got too greedy’ or ‘Napoleon turned up’. Now and then they just hold a referendum and vote themselves out of existence. This is an atlas of nations that fell off the map.

On the night of 14/15 April 1912, a supposedly unsinkable ship, the largest and most luxurious vessel in the world at the time, collided with an iceberg and sank on her maiden voyage. Of the 2,208 people on board, only 712 were saved. The rest either drowned or froze to death. How could this 'unsinkable' vessel sink and why did so few of those aboard survive? The authors bring the tragedy to life, telling the story of the ship's design, construction, and maiden voyage.

In 1271 a young Italian merchant named Marco Polo embarked on a groundbreaking expedition from Venice, through the Middle East and Central Asia to China. His extraordinary reports of his experiences introduced medieval Europe to an exotic new world of emperors and concubines, amazing cities, huge armies, unusual spices and cuisine, and imperial riches. Marco Polo also revealed the wonders of Xanadu, the summer capital of Mongol emperor Kublai Khan.

Ein Podcast über die Geschichte Europas. Gespräche mit Expert:innen, angefangen beim geologischen Entstehen der europäischen Halbinsel bis hin zum heutigen Tag. Mitglied von geschichtspodcasts.de & wissenschaftspodcasts.de Direktlink zur Webseite des Podcasts: https://geschichteeuropas.podigee.io/

A 19th-century empress chases eternal beauty, while a 20th-century thief risks everything to steal her crown jewel. Their fates are fixed to the same dazzling treasure: a perfect cluster of diamonds, the Sisi Star. Empress Elisabeth of Austria loves that star. She uses it to defy the rules of her time and carve out her own legacy of beauty and power. Its pursuit drives her to her very limits. And when petty crook Daniel Blanchard spies the jewel, it's the challenge he's been waiting for. His plan to steal it is high-stakes: a daring night-time parachute jump. If he can get his hands on the...

Host Kehlan Kirwan and expert Gary Spain take a journey into the history of Irish football. From great players and famous national teams, to League of Ireland sides and individuals that graced the domestic league – they’ll bring some of the great stories of Irish football to you.

Welcome to Coffee & History: A Conversation with Alabama Heritage, a twice-a-month podcast where our hosts will share the most fascinating stories in Alabama's historical community over a hot (or cold) beverage of your choosing.

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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen is one of the most enduring and beloved Christmas carols, tracing its roots back to the early modern period, with references suggesting it dates as far back as the 16th century or earlier. Its story is deeply tied to the evolution of English folk traditions, religious music, and the celebration of Christmas itself. While the exact origins of the carol remain unknown, its simple yet powerful message of comfort, joy, and hope has carried it through centuries. The phrase "God Rest Ye Merry" is key to understanding the carol's historical and linguistic context. In ...

A podcast by women, about women in World War II.

The British monarchy presents a paradox. It is one of the most stable institutions in history. Yet it has rarely been free from crisis. Royal Revolutions explores crucial moments of trial, tension and change in British Royal history. The first season is devoted to Britain's most recent Royal Revolution - the Abdication crisis of 1936.

Il Messale di Barbara di Brandeburgo è un codice miniato dal valore inestimabile, commissionato dai Gonzaga intorno al 1440, nel periodo di massimo splendore della loro dominazione a Mantova."Uno missale molto bello et ornatissimo" così lo definiva nel 1450 il marchese Ludovico II: non si era badato a spese pur di commissionare ad artisti rinomati un libro liturgico di altissimo livello.Sui vari committenti della corte, si impone una straordinaria figura femminile: Barbara di Brandeburgo, colta, autorevole e abile diplomatica. Oggi quest’opera è il fiore all’occhiello del Museo ...

In the realm of holiday folklore, few figures have captured the imagination of modern audiences quite like Krampus - the horned, chain-wielding counterpart to Santa Claus who's become a surprising pop culture phenomenon. From indie horror films to mainstream Hollywood productions like the recent Amazon Prime comedy "Red One" starring Dwayne Johnson, Krampus has transformed from a obscure Alpine legend to a global entertainment sensation.Originating in Central European folklore, particularly in Austria, Bavaria, and parts of the Alpine region, Krampus is the antithesis of the jolly gift-giver. ...

Welcome to Decades of Influence, the ultimate weekly podcast that brings history, pop culture, and technological revolutions to life. With humor, insight, and thought-provoking conversations, hosts Will and Jessica take you on an unforgettable journey through the fascinating threads that connect world history, iconic cultural moments, and the innovations shaping our modern world.Are you a history buff curious about how the past fuels the future? A tech enthusiast eager to explore the ripple effects of pivotal events on society? Or simply someone who loves diving into the evolution of pop ...