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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.

On January 28, 1742, a ramshackle vessel of patched-together wood and cloth washed up on the coast of Brazil. Inside were thirty emaciated men, barely alive, and they had an extraordinary tale to tell. They were survivors of His Majesty’s Ship the Wager, a British vessel that had left England in 1740 on a secret mission during an imperial war with Spain. While the Wager had been chasing a Spanish treasure-filled galleon known as “the prize of all the oceans,” it had wrecked on a desolate island off the coast of Patagonia.

Born into the Christian minority in Lebanon and since settled in France, Amin Maalouf claims a unique position in global conversation. His first book, The Crusades Through Arab Eyes, was a critical and commercial success and remains in print after 20 years. In Disordered World, Maalouf combines his command of history with a critical perspective on contemporary culture, East and West - joining them with a fierce moral clarity and a propulsive style.

The ancient Babylonians were the first people to discover the universal laws of prosperity. In The Richest Man in Babylon, George S. Clason reveals their secrets for creating, growing, and retaining wealth.

Soul Machine takes us back to the origins of modernity, a time when a crisis in religious authority and the scientific revolution led to searching questions about the nature of human inner life. This is the story of how a new concept - the mind - emerged as a potential solution, one that was part soul and part machine but fully neither.

Listen and be inspired by the soothing baritone of award-winning narrator Mike Vendetti as he reads George Samuel Clason's classic The Richest Man in Babylon. Unless you were born wealthy or hit the lottery, this audiobook can be your path to financial security and success. The parables set in ancient Babylon and originally published in 1926 are as applicable today as they were in ancient times.

The Daily Discovery Digest is a podcast hosted by James and Emily, dedicated to exploring the fascinating world around us. Each episode delves into captivating stories, people, and places from across history and cultures. From historical events to scientific breakthroughs, anthropological insights to archaeological discoveries, we’ll uncover the wonders of our planet and the universe beyond. Join us on this daily journey of discovery!

Deep Cover is a show about people who lead double lives. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jake Halpern reveals webs of deception and dark underworlds, through interviews with federal agents and convicted criminals. Welcome to a new miniseries, Deep Cover: George Santos. George Santos, the former Republican Congressman from New York, told a lot of stories about his life and his credentials. Many of which, it turns out, were not true. And now–in just a few weeks–Santos is scheduled to face a criminal trial. Deep Cover Producer Amy Gaines McQuade, who grew up in Santos’ congressional...

Volume Two opens in late 1754. Having resigned his commission in the Virginia militia, Washington pondered his future as a soldier. But by the spring of 1755, he had been made aide de camp to British general Edward Braddock. It was to prove a fateful event. Washington accompanied Braddock on his disastrous expedition to capture Fort DuQuesne (Pittsburgh), but the small army was ambushed and Braddock killed. Young Washington distinguished himself in the hopeless battle and subsequent retreat.

This essay explores the story of George Conway, a conservative lawyer who made headlines for his vocal opposition to Donald Trump despite his wife Kellyanne's role as a top advisor to the president. It analyzes Conway's background and motivations as he became an anti-Trump Republican leader through organizations like the Lincoln Project.

Mit Martin Luther, Johannes Calvin und Philipp Melanchthon werden in diesem Hörbuch drei der wichtigsten Reformatoren anhand ihrer zentralen Schriften porträtiert. Die vorgestellten Texte haben die Entwicklung des theologischen Denkens entscheidend mitbestimmt und gehören deshalb zu den Schlüsselwerken der protestantischen Theologiegeschichte. Ihre Kenntnis ist darüber hinaus auch für das Verständnis der gegenwärtigen theologischen Debatten unerlässlich.

A journalistic masterpiece. John Hersey transports us back to the streets of Hiroshima, Japan on August 6, 1945 - the day the city was destroyed by the first atomic bomb. Told through the memories of six survivors, Hiroshima is a timeless, powerful classic that will awaken your heart and your compassion. In this new edition, Hersey returns to Hiroshima to find the survivors - and to tell their fates in an eloquent and moving final chapter.

This biography explores the legendary life of George Washington, from his youth in Colonial Virginia through commanding the Continental Army to serving as America’s first president, spotlighting his indispensable leadership and lasting legacy as the “Father of His Country.” The account analyzes Washington’s outsized influence securing independence from Britain and unifying the fragile young republic under rule of law and Constitutional order during its turbulent birth pangs.

Charlie Wilson's War is the untold story behind the last battle of the Cold War and how it fueled the rise of militant Islam. George Crile tells how Charlie Wilson, a maverick congressman from east Texas, conspired with a rogue CIA operative to launch the biggest, meanest, and most successful covert operation in the agency's history.

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This classic text gives a broad overview of the early Christian church, how it was formed, and how it dealt with the Roman empire, which was at first hostile to Christianity, and then under Constantine the Great how it came to embrace the new faith. The author, George Hodges, also examines the many heresies that beset the church from within, and the various figures that would defend the correct definition of the faith.

A half-hour TV series broadcast October 12, 1950 – September 22, 1958, on CBS, The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show was initially staged live and broadcast every other Thursday at 8 pm ET. In fall 1952, it became a weekly series filmed on the West Coast. From March 1953 through September 1958, The Burns and Allen Show aired Mondays at 8 pm ET.[1]: 280–281 The show was an immediate success. Six episodes were produced live from the Mansfield Theatre in New York, with the stage set as the Burns's living room.The show relocated to the CBS Columbia Square facilities in Hollywood ...

Candid conversations with actors, historians, and re-enactors. Focused on the American Revolution and Colonial Periods.

President George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States, was known for his distinctive speaking style and effective communication skills. As a public speaker, he was often characterized by a calm and measured demeanor, projecting a sense of dignity and authority. Here are some key aspects of his public speaking:Persuasive Tone: Bush was adept at using a persuasive and inclusive tone in his speeches. He often sought to unite people and emphasize common goals, fostering a sense of collaboration.Moderate and Pragmatic Approach: Known for his moderate and pragmatic approach to ...

George W. Bush, as a public speaker, is known for his distinctive Texan accent and a conversational style that often includes humor and personal anecdotes. He tends to use simple, direct language and has a tendency to go off-script, which can lead to memorable, sometimes controversial, off-the-cuff remarks. His speeches often reflect his personal convictions and a sense of American optimism, with a focus on freedom, democracy, and compassion. Despite occasional verbal gaffes, Bush's approachability and steadfastness come through in his public speaking engagements.