D'autres livres qui pourraient vous intéresser

• 

  Stolen Voices - Missing and...

  Bonnie Bley

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Murder may seem easy, and getting away with it even easier, particularly in Indian Country. Big Horn County, MT, where Ms. Bley grew up, bears the unfortunate distinction of having the highest rate of missing and murdered women and girls. Selena Not Afraid fell victim to this hidden epidemic on New Year's Day 2020, disappearing without a trace under mysterious circumstances. Her body was discovered 20 days later in an open field, previously intensively searched. The county sheriff hastily labeled her death as "accidental hypothermia" before she could undergo a thorough examination by a coroner, a cause of death that appears all too common in Crow Indian country. 
  The lack of answers surrounding Selena's disappearance and the questionable cause of her death sparked outrage in the community. 'Stolen Voices: Missing and Murdered in Big Horn County' compellingly recounts the stories of several young Native American Indians who have gone missing or been brutally murdered in Big Horn County. This book not only raises awareness but also sheds light on first-hand perspectives from the family members of Crow and Cheyenne tribal members who were killed. Additionally, it highlights the efforts of those working to make a difference in Indian Country, aiming to reduce instances of violence against Native women. 'Stolen Voices' is a Multi- Award Winning book that delves into the deeper issues at the heart of this hidden epidemic, whose awareness is gaining momentum.

  Voir livre

• 

  King Arthur - His Life...

  Kelly Mass

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  King Arthur, a legendary figure rooted in medieval history and romance, is often depicted as the British leader who defended Britain against Saxon invaders in the late 5th and early 6th centuries. However, the story of King Arthur is primarily a blend of Welsh and English mythology with elements of literary invention. Most modern historians agree that Arthur is more of a mythical construct than a historical figure. Early sources such as the Annales Cambriae, the Historia Brittonum, and the works of the monk Gildas provide glimpses into Arthur's supposed historical context. Additionally, references to Arthur appear in early poetic works like Y Gododdin, though these allusions remain ambiguous and open to interpretation. 
  Arthur’s significance as a cultural and legendary figure solidified in the corpus of stories known as the "Matter of Britain." Geoffrey of Monmouth’s 12th-century Historia Regum Britanniae (History of the Kings of Britain) was instrumental in elevating Arthur to international fame. Geoffrey’s imaginative narrative portrayed Arthur as a heroic warrior who defended Britain from both human and supernatural foes. Earlier Welsh and Breton tales, predating Geoffrey’s work, often described Arthur as a semi-magical figure associated with the Welsh otherworld, Annwn. However, the extent to which Geoffrey relied on earlier sources versus his own creativity remains unclear.

  Voir livre

• 

  Native American Mythology - Gods...

  Matthew Fillard

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Native American mythology offers a rich tapestry of stories that convey the spiritual and cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples of North America. These myths, rooted in oral traditions, have been passed down through generations, serving as both entertainment and a means of preserving the values, history, and beliefs of their communities. By delving into these narratives, one gains a deeper understanding of how Native Americans viewed the world, their relationship with nature, and their connection to the divine.  
  Unlike written records, Native American myths were shared through storytelling, ceremonies, and rituals. This oral tradition allowed stories to evolve, adapting to the needs and experiences of each generation. Despite their variations, these myths often shared common themes: the creation of the world, the interconnectedness of all living beings, and the moral lessons intended to guide individuals and communities.  
  Central to many of these stories is the reverence for nature and its elements. Native American tribes saw the natural world not as a resource to be exploited but as a sacred system in which every being—whether animal, plant, or element—played a vital role. The wind, sun, moon, and stars were not mere phenomena but active participants in the world’s story, often personified as gods, spirits, or ancestors. 

  Voir livre

• 

  Out of the Woods: A tale of...

  Betsy Griffin, Fearne Cotton

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  A little optimism goes a long way. 
  ‘Wise, wonderful Betsy … I am blown away by her courage and wisdom.’ 
  Fearne Cotton 
  ‘Betsy is the most gloriously wonderful, positive, cute, inspiring girl … Her disability has become her unique ability.’ 
  Davina McCall 
  As she finds her way home out of the woods, Betsy Griffin takes us on a journey through the darkest of forests to find the light. 
  With wise advice from woodland creatures along the way, Betsy takes it upon herself to change her outlook on the world. 
  In this deeply moving and inspirational fable, she teaches us how to face our struggles with courage and determination, and shares powerful lessons about positivity, kindness and hope. 
  Despite her young age, Betsy’s wisdom will inspire readers of all ages. 
  Above all, she shows us that anything is possible. 
  ‘Feeling down? Then be more Betsy.’ 
  Gareth Malone 
  ‘Betsy has the most incredible personality I have seen in anybody. She owns the room.’ 
  Frank Lampard 
  Betsy's tale is a meditation on the power of mindfulness and the strength of the human spirit. Her philosophy of self-help and mental fitness is a testament to her resilience, making this book a top pick for those battling anxieties and phobias. 
  For fans of Miranda Hart (I Haven’t Been Entirely Honest with You), Michael Ball (Different Aspects), Dr Rangan Chatterjee (Feel Better In 5), Ben Miller (King of the Swordsmen), and Jay Flynn (The Quizmaster). 
  HarperCollins 2022

  Voir livre

• 

  The Shortest History of the...

  Sheila Fitzpatrick

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  'Close to a miracle... The Shortest History of the Soviet Union is an immensely readable overview of the entire history of the Soviet Union from 1917 to 1991, full of anecdotes and lively detail, but also meeting the highest academic standards' Slavoj ŽižekThe U.S.S.R. A nation that arrived in the world accidentally, and departed unexpectedly. Over a century after the Russian Revolution, the tumultuous history of the Soviet Union continues to fascinate us and influence global politics.
  From revolution and Lenin to Stalin's Terror, from World War II to glasnost, this is an authoritative distillation of 75 years of communist rule, and the disintegration of an empire.Fitzpatrick charts the fate of countries often left out of Soviet histories, gives vivid portraits of key figures, and traces the aftermath of the regime's sudden collapse. She explores the rise of the oligarchs, the rebirth of the Church and the enigmatic figure of Vladimir Putin: a Soviet creation but no Soviet nostalgic. Lastly, she considers the future of Communism. Who still worships Marx and Lenin? What lessons has today's superpower, China, learned from yesterday's Soviet failure?

  Voir livre

• 

  Writing - Articles Blog Posts...

  Owen Jones

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  I hope that you will find the information helpful, useful and profitable. 
  More people are writing now than at any time in the history of civilisation. This is mainly down to education and more free time. The generation of the parents of the Baby Boomers was the first generation of mass readers – certainly in the West, and probably globally. Their parents could read, usually, but had no tradition of reading books. Instead, they read mostly newspapers. Their children had a better education, and picked up the reading habit from their parents. They were also encouraged to read books at school. The first generation where this happened. 
  Their children, the post World War II Baby Boomers, continued the progression and became avid readers. In those days, not so long ago, say, between seventy and thirty years ago, people wrote letters by hand. It was a long, but very pleasant, personal experience. Then the home computer, email, and the Internet began to spread among the masses, and pen and ink gradually became replaced with message boards, posting to forums and email. 
  Before this point, writing had been a special event for most people... thank you letters, postcards, birthday cards, and the odd personal letter home or to a friend. The home computer made it easy to dash off a quick note to someone. It took far less time to write and deliver, or have delivered by the post office. Suddenly, everyone began writing and posting to family, friends, strangers and even enemies. A barrier had been lifted – barriers of time and formality, perhaps. 
  A high percentage of those Boomers, compared with other generations, have gone on to write some kind of book, or ebook. So, the Boomers are the first generation of working-class writers, and their parents were the first working-class generation of readers.

  Voir livre