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  Labour Takes Power - The Denis...

  Denis Mac Shane

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  With the strong possibility of Labour forming our next government, it is fascinating to consider the last time the party stood on the verge of power, back in 1997. At that time, future Europe Minister Denis MacShane had a ringside seat that he would occupy for the next decade or so, living through Cool Britannia, the Good Friday Agreement, Peter Mandelson's multiple resignations, Princess Diana's death and Tony Blair's seeming invincibility.
  New Labour may be remembered as an unstoppable force, but MacShane's diaries reveal that while, outwardly, all seemed to be going well, the personal rivalries, slights and petty jealousies between the party's big beasts meant that it was never far from disaster.
  MacShane was a regular in Downing Street from the moment of Labour's election victory, and his candid, intimate diaries show figures such as Tony Blair, Gordon Brown, Robin Cook, Peter Mandelson, Clare Short and Alastair Campbell in a light in which they've never been seen before, detailing the personalities as much as the politics of Labour's most successful stint in government.

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  The Red Record

  Ida B. Wells-Barnett

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  The Red Record by Ida B. Wells-Barnett, first published in 1895, stands as one of the earliest and most courageous investigative reports on the brutal realities of lynching in America. Drawing on meticulously gathered statistics, documented cases, and firsthand accounts, Wells-Barnett exposes the systemic violence inflicted upon African Americans in the post-Reconstruction South. With unwavering resolve, she dismantles the myths used to justify lynchings, revealing the deeply entrenched racial prejudices and legal failures that allowed such atrocities to occur unchecked. Through her powerful voice and fearless activism, Wells-Barnett not only chronicled these horrors but ignited a movement for justice and civil rights that continues to resonate today. This audiobook presents her groundbreaking work with clarity and dignity, offering modern listeners a sobering but essential historical record.

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  Untold Stories of Women Who...

  Alexandra Shaw

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  Discover the incredible lives of women who broke barriers, defied societal norms, and left an indelible mark on history. In Untold Stories of Women Who Changed History, Alexandra Shaw brings to life the inspiring journeys of scientists, artists, activists, leaders, and unsung heroes who shaped the world as we know it. 
  From the revolutionary discoveries of Marie Curie to the quiet courage of Rosa Parks, this audiobook celebrates the resilience, courage, and brilliance of women across time. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone looking for inspiration, these stories are a testament to the power of determination and the impact of a single individual. 
  Narrated with passion and insight, this audiobook invites you to explore the hidden corners of history and uncover the extraordinary contributions of women whose stories deserve to be told.

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  Title IX Pat Summitt and...

  Mary Ellen Pethel

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  In June 1972, President Richard Nixon put pen to paper and signed the Educational Amendments of 1972 into law. The nearly 150-page document makes no mention of “gender,” “athletics,” “girls,” or “women.” The bill did not appear to contain anything earth shattering. But tucked into its final pages, a heading appears, “Title IX—Prohibition of Sex Discrimination.” These 37 words would change the world for girls and women across the United States. On its face, Title IX legally guaranteed equal opportunity in education. In time, Title IX would serve as the tipping point for the modern era of women’s sport. Slowly but surely, women’s athletics at the high school and collegiate levels grew to prominence, and Tennessee fast emerged as a national leader. 
  In Title IX, Pat Summitt, and Tennessee’s Trailblazers, Mary Ellen Pethel introduces readers to past and present pioneers—each instrumental to the success of women’s athletics across the state and nation. Through vibrant profiles, Pethel celebrates the lives and careers of household names like Pat Summitt and Candace Parker, as well as equally important forerunners such as Ann Furrow and Teresa Phillips. Through their lived experiences, these fifty individuals laid the foundation for athletic excellence in Tennessee, which in turn shaped the national landscape for women’s sports. 
  With interviewees ranging from age 20 to 93, Pethel artfully combines storytelling with scholarship. Guided by the voices of the athletes, coaches, and administrators, Pethel vividly documents achievement and adversity, wins and losses, and advice for the next generation. This book represents the first statewide compilation of its kind—offering readers a behind-the- scenes perspective of Tennessee women who dedicated their lives to the advancement of sport and gender equality. Readers will delight in Title IX, Pat Summitt, and Tennessee’s Trailblazers: 50 Years, 50 Stories. For more follow @drpethel.

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  Kadamattathu Kathanar

  Kottarathil Sankunni

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  Aithihyamala, a garland of legends, is a collection of century-old stories from Kerala that cover a vast spectrum of life, famous persons and events. Compiled by Kottarathil Sankunni, this book has 126 stories, about magicians, yakshis, feudal rulers, conceited poets, kalari experts, practitioners of ayurveda, courtiers, elephants, their mahouts, tantric experts, temples etc.

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  Castaway Kid - One Man's Search...

  R. B. Mitchell

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  Abandoned by his parents when he was just three years old, Rob Mitchell began his journey as one of the last “lifers” in an American orphanage. He grew up with kids who were not friends but rather “co-survivors.” As Rob’s loneliness and rage grew, his hope shrank. Would he ever find a real family or a place to call home? 
   
  Find out how Rob was able to overcome his past, forgiving his relatives and forging healthy family relationships of his own. Heartbreaking, heartwarming, and ultimately triumphant, this true story shows how, with faith, every person can leave the past behind and forge healthier, happier relationships. 
   
  Hear Rob’s story in this compelling audiobook narrated by Paul Rothery. Listeners will be encouraged to find hope in every situation as they follow Rob through his life journey.

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