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Memoirs written by Napoleon's private secretary, "a work based on years of intimate friendship and professional association."
Uncover the fascinating stories of successful individuals who started from humble beginnings. This podcast features a series of mini-biographies, sharing the inspiring journeys of those who overcame significant challenges to leave an indelible mark on...
Rosetta Baskerville was the wife of George Baskerville, a missionary in Uganda. Some of the folktales in this book, published in 1922, are stories that Baskerville heard herself, while other stories she adapted from the Baganda folktales collected by Apollo Kaggwa [1864–1927]. You will find origin stories here, like "Why the Bat Sleeps All Through the Day," a…
Discover the colorful and corrupt world of "Plunkitt of Tammany Hall" by George Washington Plunkitt. This podcast delves into the candid talks of a New York City political boss, revealing the inner workings of political patronage and graft. Ideal for those interested in American history and political science.
Delve into the fascinating life and journey of Thornton Chase, widely acknowledged as the first person of Western descent to embrace the Baháí Faith. Chase was a pivotal figure in organizing Baháí activities in Chicago and Los Angeles, making him...
Dive into the life and career of D.W. Griffith, the man who boldly claimed the title Father of Filmmaking. This authorized biography, penned by Robert Edgar Long in collaboration with Griffith himself, takes you on a journey through his early years,...
