Results for "Carrie" in History

A magnificent portrayal of 1890's America and the harsh realities of a dog-eat-dog world, Sister Carrie lies at the forefront of American Naturalism. When poor young provincial woman Carrie Meeber arrives in Chicago, she little expects to be catapulted from lower-class woman to prominent Broadway actress. Passive and yielding, she lets circumstances coerce her into action and by good fortune she arrives at fame. It is in Chicago that Carrie meets a successful businessman, Hurstwood, who helps her establish her name.

“[A] magisterial account . . . Gibson constructs a sweeping vision of resistance to slavery as a defining element of Western history that made “abstract concepts of freedom concrete.” Expansive and elegant, this is a marvel.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Among the...

Her Perspective invites you into the intimate, unfiltered lives of women who are rewriting their own narratives with raw courage and profound change. Hosted by Carrie Lambert, this narrative podcast weaves together deeply personal stories that celebrate resilience, vulnerability, and the quiet strength found in everyday struggles. Each episode offers a vivid emotional journey, allowing listeners to connect with real experiences of transformation and empowerment. It is more than just storytelling; it is an invitation to witness the beautiful complexity of womanhood through authentic ...

The history of the most diverse insurrection the world has ever known. For more than four centuries, enslaved people across the western hemisphere, from the United States and the Caribbean to Mexico and Brazil, fought any way they could to gain their freedom: from the first African revolt in...

Echoes of the South™ explores haunted history, forgotten legends, Southern folklore, and unexplained mysteries that continue to echo across the American South. Hosted by actress, producer, and creator Carrie Genzel, each episode blends historical research, eyewitness accounts, paranormal investigations, and conversations with historians, authors, investigators, and local experts to uncover the stories that refuse to rest. Whether exploring historic homes, cemeteries, legendary landmarks, or overlooked chapters of Southern history, Echoes of the South invites listeners to experience the ...

Charles W. Baker and other Tennessee citizens alleged that a 1901 law designed to apportion the seats for the state's General Assembly was virtually ignored. Baker's suit detailed how Tennessee's reapportionment efforts ignored significant economic growth and population shifts within the state.

La famille Carré Croix s'agrandit.Maxence arrive dans la team et ramène un vent de fraicheur. Sa spécialité ? Dénicher des créatifs aux histoires insolites. Accompagné de Vinsi, ils reçoivent ces créatifs pour une discussion sans filtres dans Carré Croix Story..... Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

James Carr started fighting when he was very young, and never gave up. A child prodigy of crime in the streets of the L.A. ghettos and scourge of half a dozen boys’ homes, his career in armed robbery was quickly cut short by arrest. In prison he fought harder than ever, and became one of the most notorious rebels in the seething California Penal System. Linking up with George Jackson in Folsom, they led the notorious Wolf Pack, which quickly fought its way to a position of strength in the prison race war.

Carrie Jade Does Not Exist is the story of how one woman, who took on over six different identities, infiltrated the lives of vulnerable people, and lied her way into gaining their trust. This series hosted by Sue Perkins and journalist Katherine Denkinson tells the story of how Carrie built up a picture-perfect persona and scammed her way into the literary world until she finally got tangled up in her very own web of lies.But, it doesn’t end there. Bonus episodes are released as new information from the current case emerges.For more true crime stories go to AlwaysTrueCrime.ComIf you're ...

Step into the dark spaces where true crime meets the unexplained. This is an immersive storytelling podcast that blurs the line between fact and fear. Each week, you’ll hear chilling true crime cases and unsettling paranormal encounters—told in a whisper-paced, cinematic style designed to pull you inside the story. From unsolved mysteries and terrifying disappearances to haunted places and encounters with the unknown, every episode is a journey into the shadows. If you crave stories that are both real and otherworldly—crime and mystery tangled with whispers from beyond—this podcast is ...

Dive into the enchanting world of King Arthur, where the timeless tale of chivalry, romance, and betrayal comes to life. This captivating retelling features the legendary figures of King Arthur, Guinevere, and Sir Lancelot, brought to you by Amanda Friday. Experience the drama and adventure as you follow the noble knights of the Round Table and the powerful sorcery of Merlin. Join us for a journey filled with intrigue, heroism, and the battle for honor.

'At what feels like a pivotal moment, Carrie’s forensic research and depth of knowledge make her the perfect person to guide us through the constantly changing landscape of women’s football' - Kelly Cates, TV presenter England's Lionesses are on the front and back pages; their stars feature...

In the 18th century, Bridgetown, Barbados, was heavily populated by both enslaved and free women. Marisa J. Fuentes creates a portrait of urban Caribbean slavery in this colonial town from the perspective of these women whose stories appear only briefly in historical records. Combining fragmentary sources with interdisciplinary methodologies that include black feminist theory and critical studies of history and slavery, Dispossessed Lives demonstrates how the construction of the archive marked enslaved women's bodies, in life and in death.

When Rosamond Halsey Carr first arrived in Africa, she didn't realize that she would spend the rest of her life there. As a young fashion illustrator living in New York City in the 1940s, she seemed the least likely candidate for such a life of adventure. But marriage to a hunter-explorer took her to what was then the Belgian Congo, and divorce left her determined to stay on in neighboring Rwanda as the manager of a flower plantation.

The classic New York Times bestselling memoir by legendary Executive Editor of The Washington Post Ben Bradlee—with a new foreword by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein and an afterword by Sally Quinn. The most important, glamorous, and famous newspaperman of modern times traces his path from...

Real Life-Real Talk shares information on Economics, Business Education, and History as they relate to money management. The intent is to have the listener gain a better understanding of ”money”. We offer Real Life answers to questions about money.

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Once a month Carrie and Ken are on Day release - These are the adventures of these two misfits and they find and discover history/treasure/their pension on the banks of the river Thames. Carrie is a born and bred eastender and the Queen of the Isle of Dogs Ken is an actor (House of The Dragon, BlackMirror, Cuckoo https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0171674/ )

"Des portraits pas très carrés" est un podcast présenté par Alain GUILLOTIN et Morgane LEGRAND. Alain GUILLOTIN : animateur inclusif clairvoyant, ou en tout cas voyant et c’est déjà pas si mal. Morgane LEGRAND : animatrice non voyante, passionnée par les sujets autour de l’inclusion et les profils porteurs ainsi que par la communication quand elle est au service des autres. « Des portraits pas très carrés » est un podcast centré sur le parcours de l’invité, que l’on peut découvrir au fil de la discussion, de son enfance à son métier en passant par ses passions ou ...

In February of 2021, Karen Hunter asked Greg Carr, "Can I press record?" during a private discussion on Ida B. Wells. That kicked off what would become "In Class with Carr," a global phenomenon featuring the People's Professor Dr. Greg Carr. All of the episodes can be found on the Knarrative platform (www.knarrative.com) and you can join the community, #Knubia (community.knarrative.com).You can also subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@knarrative