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The book of luck or, a guide to your success, fortune, future, palmistry, astrology, etc . is an engrossing compendium of legends, myths and scientific or pseudo-scientific facts that might help you know the "unknowable" - your future fate and fortune. The best of luck to you, listener! - Summary by Brian Fullen

《中华五千年历史故事》包含着中华五千年的灿烂文化，今日的文明正是前人的智慧结晶。……《中華五千年歷史故事》包含著中華五千年的燦爛文化，今日的文明正是前人的智慧結晶。

John Parsons Cook was a 28-year-old bachelor from a good family but not in robust health. He studied to become a lawyer, but instead of following that career, turned to raising race horses. In November 1855, during a visit to the Shrewsbury races, he was taken violently ill. He was attended by the 80-year-old local doctor, Dr. Bamford, and Cook's friend and sometimes partner, Dr. Palmer. William Palmer was a physician and surgeon, a widower and father. His appearance instilled confidence and invited trust. But were appearances deceptive? Was he, in fact, a cool, calculating, and vicious serial murderer?

A podcast that unearthes, researches and highlights the untold, altered or erased accomplishments of women throughout history in the arts, sciences, academia, literature, politics, activism, business, battle, and beyond.Join Maeve and Sage as we reconnect our audience with history by telling the stories of brave and bold female pioneers, while moving the conversations forward by discussing how the erasure or minimizatiom of women's achievements shape shifts and continues to this day. We invite our audience to learn how to be micro-activists in this world that is constantly changing and yet ...

Beowulf by Anonymous. Beowulf is an Old English poem, an epic in the tradition of Germanic heroic legend consisting of 3,182 alliterative lines, contained in the Nowell Codex. It is one of the most important and most often translated works of Old English literature. The date of composition is a matter of contention among scholars; the only certain dating is for the manuscript, which was produced between AD 975 and 1025. Scholars call the anonymous author the "Beowulf poet". The story is set in pagan Scandinavia in the 5th and 6th centuries. Beowulf, a hero of the Geats, comes to the aid of ...

Anonymous Herstory is a Women's history podcast hosted by Tapp and Rylee, two best friends who love to laugh and tell stories. Each month Tapp chooses an interesting woman and tells Rylee the story of their life. Together, they traverse the complicated and captivating women that have given us our Herstory today. There will be laughs, tears, profanity, and so much more! Listen in on the 3rd Friday of every month, and don't forget to subscribe!

The Dark Ages: little was known about the period between the fifth and eleventh century in Europe mainly due to the lack of written history. More recently, scholars have developed the body of knowledge relating to the period. This work was written in the first half of the nineteenth century, before interest blossomed. - Summary by LynneT

This book contains 37 short stories for little folk featuring a variety of historical figures and their wonderful deeds. These stories span over a wide time frame. There is one featuring brave Queen Boadicea and another about the Battle of Waterloo. There is a variety of topics covered, including many bravely fought battles, an inventor, and a traveler’s adventure with a tiger! - Summary by SweetHome

St. Clair's defeat was a battle fought between the United States and the Western Confederacy of Native Americans on November 4, 1791, during the Northwest Indian War. Out of a US force of roughly 1000 men and officers, only 24 escaped unharmed. It has been cited as the most decisive defeat in the history of the American military and its largest defeat ever by Native Americans. This pamphlet is a compilation of three articles published in 1847, 1851 and 1864. (Summary by Fritz)

This is a collection of stories collected over thousands of years by various authors, translators and scholars. They are an amalgam of mythology and folk tales from the Indian sub-continent, Persia, and Arabia. No original manuscript has ever been found, but several versions date the collection’s genesis to somewhere between AD 800-900. The stories are wound together under the device of a long series of cliff-hangers told by Shahrazad to her husband Shahryar, to prevent him from executing her. Many tales that have become independently famous come from the Book, among them Ali Baba and the ...

A German Deserter's War Experience by Anonymous. The author of this 1917 narrative, who escaped from Germany and military service after 14 months of fighting in France, did not wish to have his name made public, fearing reprisals against his relatives. The vivid description of the life of a common German soldier during “The Great War” aroused much interest when it was published in the United States in serial form. Here was a warrior against his will, a hater of militarism for whom there was no romance in war, but only butchery and brutality, grime and vermin, inhuman toil and ...

Historia Apollonii Regis Tyri by anonymous (Latin). Apollonius of Tyre is the subject of an ancient short novella, popular during medieval times. Existing in numerous forms in many languages, the text is thought to be translated from an ancient Greek manuscript, now lost. The earliest manuscripts of the tale, in a Latin version, date from the 9th or 10th century; the most widespread Latin versions are those of Gottfried von Viterbo, who incorporated it into his Pantheon of 1185 as if it were actual history, and a version in the Gesta Romanorum. Shakespeare's play Pericles, Prince of Tyre ...

In 1895 Oscar Wilde was convicted of gross indecency and sentenced to two years' hard labor. This account of his two trials was compiled from the original shorthand court reports by an anonymous author. While a more complete account of the trial was published several years later, it omitted the more 'sensational' exchanges. This shorter version was clearly intended for a more prurient reader. In it we hear Wilde's famous defence of "the love that dare not speak its name", and see the evidence mount as a succession of attractive young men step into the witness box to tell their tales. - Summary...

Dive into the ancient world as we explore the timeless tale of Gilgamesh, a legendary king on a quest for immortality, and the captivating narrative of The Great Deluge. Discover the profound themes of friendship, mortality, and the human experience that resonate through these epic stories, revealing the wisdom of ancient civilizations.

Dive into a captivating collection of 37 enchanting short stories designed for young readers, each highlighting the remarkable feats of historical figures. From the fearless Queen Boadicea to the strategic maneuvers of the Battle of Waterloo, these tales span centuries and cover a rich tapestry of themes. Discover thrilling battles, ingenious inventors, and even a daring adventure involving a tiger! Perfect for sparking the imagination of little ones‚Aîexperience history like never before. - Summary by SweetHome

Hello and welcome to Antiques Anonymous, the podcast where two friends who work in the antiques industry, talk about antiques, collectables, fine art and plenty more besides. Hosted by auctioneer Alexander Clement and antiques dealer Jon O'Marah, the chat will include top auctions, top lots, top tips and plenty of inside intel, anecdotes and maybe even some gossip. If you are an antiques geek, like Alexander and Jon, then join them for their rambling and sometimes incoherent podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into a gripping collection of true tales from the high seas of the nineteenth century, where shipwrecks, mutinies, and life-or-death decisions unfold far from home. Experience the harsh realities of the seafaring life, where adventure meets peril, and the romance of the ocean is painted in stark and brutal strokes. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

In 1895, Oscar Wilde faced conviction for gross indecency and was sentenced to two years of hard labor. This gripping account of his trials, meticulously compiled from the original shorthand court reports by an anonymous author, captures the sensational aspects often overlooked in later, more sanitized versions. Designed for a curious audience, this shorter narrative showcases Wildes poignant defense of the love that dare not speak its name, while a parade of handsome young men take the stand to share their compelling stories. Join us as we delve into the courtroom drama that forever changed ...

In this gripping narrative from 1917, an anonymous author recounts his harrowing escape from Germany and the horrors of military service after enduring 14 months of combat in France. Fearing for the safety of his family, he chose to remain nameless, but his powerful depiction of the life of a common German soldier during “The Great War” captivated readers when published serially in the United States. He reveals the grim reality of war—a reluctant warrior haunted by the brutality, filth, and inhuman toil of battle. This account also provides the first German perspective on the retreat of ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Arthurian legend with Sir Gawain and the Green Knight. This timeless tale explores themes of honor, bravery, and the quest for identity as the noble knight Gawain embarks on a daunting journey to face a mysterious challenger. Get ready for an adventure filled with intrigue, moral dilemmas, and the magic of chivalry.