Résultats pour "Heroine" dans Histoire

In the six lectures of Great Heroes and Heroines of Hawaiian Heritage, you will meet some of the key figures of Hawaiian history from the 19th and 20th centuries, a tumultuous period in Hawaii’s transformation from a secluded group of independent islands to the 50th US state and a bustling tourist destination. With Leilani Basham of the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa as your guide, you’ll be introduced to the political leaders, scholars, activists, and artists who have been integral to Hawaii’s story and the preservation of Hawaiian culture.

Le 30 novembre 2021, Joséphine Baker entrait au Panthéon, devenant une source d'inspiration éternelle pour les chanteuses et danseuses actuelles telles que Beyoncé et Rihanna. Surnommée la "Vénus d'ébène", Joséphine Baker est reconnue comme la première star moderne, une muse pour de nombreux artistes, et une icône des Années Folles. Elle influence la mode, crée des produits dérivés, et incarne l’émancipation féminine. Pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale, Joséphine Baker joue un rôle crucial en tant que résistante et s'engage activement pour les droits civiques. Visionnaire...

Heroine is based on the true story of Danna Davis and her 10 years in the US Army. A survivor of military sexual trauma, hers is a human story exploring healing, forgiveness, and what speaking your truth really means - with grit, lyricism, and necessary black humor.

This series of 24 fascinating lectures draws on the latest modern scholarship to explore the lives of four medieval women who still shimmer in the modern imagination: Heloise, the abbess and mistress of Abelard; the prophet Hildegard of Bingen; Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine; and Joan of Arc. These lectures exemplify today's golden age of medieval scholarship, in which the role women played in medieval life is being clarified for the first time.

Behind every great historical moment, behind every revolution and discovery, behind every surviving manuscript and social movement, stood women whose names were erased but whose impact shaped our world. From the author comes a groundbreaking work that rewrites history by revealing the invisible women who made it possible.

Heroines in History: A Thousand Faces moves beyond stories of individual heroines, taking a thematic, synthesizing, and global in scope approach to challenge previous understandings of heroines in history. Responding to Joseph Campbell's Hero with a Thousand Faces, Katie Pickles explores the idea of a transcultural heroine archetype that recurs through time. Each chapter addresses an archetypal theme important for heroines in history.

A look at the lives of the real nurses depicted in the PBS show Mercy Street. Heroines of Mercy Street tells the true stories of the nurses at Mansion House, the Alexandria, Virginia, mansion turned war-time hospital and setting for the PBS drama Mercy Street. Among the Union soldiers, doctors...

Valerie Andre was born in Strasbourg, France, in 1922. From an early age, she wanted to fly, but as a woman, she faced challenges. While boys could receive government-funded flight lessons, Andre had to pay for hers by tutoring. During World War II, she left Strasbourg against German prohibitions in order to study medicine in Paris, where she completed her studies under threat of arrest by the Gestapo. Assigned to an army hospital in Saigon in French Indochina in the late 1940s, Andre trained as a neurosurgeon.

The story of eight courageous women who had the courage and strength for which the Anzacs are renowned and the compassion and tenderness that only a woman can bring. One brave nursing sister, Hilda Samsing, became a whistle blower. Nursing aboard the hospital ship Gascon, outraged by the bungled evacuation of wounded Anzacs which was censored out of the press, she let her diary be shown in high places, which raised questions in the House of Commons.

Throughout history, countless women have boldly stepped out in faith and courage, leaving their indelible mark on those around them and on the kingdom of God. In lively prose, Michelle DeRusha tells their stories, bringing into focus 50 incredible heroines of the faith. From Catherine of Siena, Teresa of Avila, and Anne Hutchison, to Susanna Wesley, Harriet Tubman, and Corrie ten Boom, women both famous and admirable live again under DeRusha's expert pen.

Serving as a companion volume to Heroes Every Child Should Know, this podcast delves into the fascinating lives of 13 renowned and heroic women from history. Join us as we explore their inspiring stories. - A summary by Lynne Thompson.

Embark on a captivating journey through the lives of some of the most iconic women in European history. This compelling series presents rich biographies on figures including Cleopatra, Isabella of Castile, Joan of Arc, Maria Theresa, and Marie Antoinette, among others. The first chapter comes from the pen of Mr. Jenkins, who unfortunately couldnt complete the work due to ill health and eventual death. The remaining chapters have been meticulously crafted by a chosen writer, following Jenkins guidelines, and incorporating valuable references such as Monstrelets Chronicles and Madame Rolands ...

Delve into the fascinating stories of eleven pioneering women, who broke convention to serve beyond domestic roles in the transformative era of the nineteenth century. This volume showcases a diverse range of heroines from Clara Barton, the resilient Lady of the Red Cross, to Anna Howard Shaw, a fervent Champion of the Cause, and the inspiring White Mother of Darkest Africa, Mary Slessor. - Presented by Lynne Thompson.

Héroïnes Cachées est un podcast dédié aux femmes extraordinaires qui ont marqué l’histoire dans l’ombre, souvent méconnues du grand public. À travers chaque épisode, découvrez la vie, les luttes et les réalisations de ces pionnières qui, malgré les obstacles, ont changé le monde à leur manière. De la science à l’art, en passant par l’activisme, ce podcast met en lumière des parcours inspirants qui méritent d’être racontés et célébrés.

Series Summary: This three-part historical analysis traces heroin's transformation from a pharmaceutical breakthrough to a global health crisis. The series examines the drug's impact on society, culture, politics, and public health across three distinct eras, exploring the evolution of trafficking networks, addiction treatment, law enforcement approaches, and policy responses. Through detailed analysis of changing patterns of use, emerging technologies, and shifting global dynamics, the series provides a thorough understanding of how heroin has shaped and been shaped by broader historical ...

La historia, escrita por hombres, siempre reflejó a las mujeres poderosas como mujeres malvadas, pero en su inmensa mayoría fueron heroínas que lucharon contra lo establecido. Heroínas o Malvadas es un pódcast conducido por Toñi Martínez e Iñaki Urdangarin Iraeta, dos amantes de la historia, que junto con la colaboración de Chus García Cano y su "Caleidoscopio" presentan el primer martes del mes, la vida de grandes mujeres a través de un documental sonoro, una puesta en común y una reflexión desde las distintas emociones que guiaron sus actos. ¡Acompáñanos!

This book is not just a history of battles but a celebration of enduring human spirit and artistry. Each chapter offers enlightening and thrilling narratives that make The Female Monuments Men a must-listen for anyone passionate about history and art.

Anna Karenina is one of the most nuanced characters in world literature, and we return to her and the novel she propels again and again. Remarkably, there has not yet been an examination of Leo Tolstoy specifically through the lens of this novel. Critic and Professor Bob Blaisdell unravels Tolstoy’s family, literary, and day-to-day life during the period that he conceived, drafted, abandoned, and revised Anna Karenina. In the process, we see where Tolstoy’s life and his art intersect in obvious and unobvious ways.

Discover the incredible journeys of courageous teenaged girls and young women throughout history in this collection of twenty inspiring short stories. Each tale highlights their heroic deeds and unwavering spirit. - Summary by Beeswaxcandle

Journal d’Héroïnes est un podcast immersif qui fait revivre les grandes oubliées de l’Histoire à travers des récits incarnés, sensibles et documentés. Je m'appelle Sarah, professeure d’histoire et passionnée de transmission, je prête ma voix à ces femmes qui ont marqué leur époque mais que les manuels scolaires ont souvent passées sous silence. Ici chaque épisode est écrit à la première personne comme un journal intime sonore : une immersion complète dans les pensées, les émotions et les combats de femmes au destin exceptionnel. Un nouvel épisode toutes les semaines....