Résultats pour "Los Watson" dans Sciences sociales

"Immerse yourself in the captivating life story of Emma Watson, the renowned actress, activist, and icon, in the "Emma Watson Biography Flash" podcast. Delve into the extraordinary journey of this multifaceted individual, from her early days as a child star to her transformative roles and influential advocacy work. Discover the driving forces behind her success, the challenges she has overcome, and the profound impact she has made on the entertainment industry and beyond. This engaging and informative podcast provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of Emma Watson, offering ...

From the end of the Baroque age and the death of Bach in 1750 to the rise of Hitler in 1933, Germany was transformed from a poor relation among western nations into a dominant intellectual and cultural force more influential than France, Britain, Italy, Holland, and the United States. In the...

In this captivating fragment of a novel, penned by Jane Austen in 1804 and left untitled until her nephew, James Edward Austen-Leigh, published it in his 1871 memoir, we meet Mr. Watson, a widowed clergyman navigating life with his two sons and four daughters. The youngest, Emma, has been raised by a wealthy aunt, granting her a refined education that sets her apart from her sisters. However, when her aunt makes a hasty second marriage, Emma is forced to return home, where she is disheartened by the chaotic courtship antics of two of her twenty-something sisters. (Summary from Gesine and ...

Molly just wants somewhere to belong… With her mother facing charges for drugs and neglect, six-year-old Molly arrives at Casey and Mike's as an emergency placement – just for the weekend. But when it becomes clear she has nowhere else to go, the Watsons open their hearts and their home...

*Updated with a new introduction* Journalist Rebecca Traister’s New York Times bestselling exploration of the transformative power of female anger and its ability to transcend into a political movement is “a hopeful, maddening compendium of righteous feminine anger, and the good it can do...

Let's Talk Travel is a warm, welcoming podcast made for travelers stepping into their bucket list years — empty nesters, the newly retired, or anyone ready to say yes to that trip they've always dreamed about. Hosted by April Watson, Virtuoso-affiliated advisor and top producer in Ultra Lux, adventure, cruise and expedition travel, the show moves between candid conversations on where to go and how to get there well, immersive perspectives on extraordinary destinations from safari to the Arctic, and rare, unfiltered insight into the world of the travel advisor. This is travel as it should ...

The unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Mary Berry's autobiography, Recipe for Life, read by the actress Patricia Hodge. From Queen of Tarts to the nation's heart, Mary Berry shares her Recipe for Life. "In the words of my father, my birth caused no end of trouble..." From the moment she came into the world - two weeks early, throwing her parents' lives into disarray - Mary has gracefully but firmly done things her own way.

Daniel just wants someone he can rely on… With his parents in and out of prison, Daniel has spent the last three years in a children’s home, feeling forgotten and with nowhere to truly belong. When he arrives at Casey and Mike’s, his challenging and unpredictable behaviour soon reveals a...

There was only one man Sammy could turn to… With his young mother in and out of prison, Sammy has been in care since he was nine years old. Left feeling entirely alone, he has never had a proper safe haven. There is one person looking out for Sammy: his neighbour, ‘Uncle Kenny’. But while...

Twelve Steps for White America: For a United States of America answers the revolutionary call of James Baldwin in “The Fire Next Time” for new standards for white Americans. Educator and former psychotherapist William Watson presents a treatment plan for democracy, an innovative framework of steps white Americans can take (and all individuals and organizations can incorporate) to right our nation’s course to peace and prosperity through justice then liberty for all.

As society shifts its perspective on allyship—moving from being "not racist" to "anti-racist"—White allies are being called upon to work toward changing the status quo. However, the vast majority of resources on this topic emphasize educating allies about anti-racism without teaching them how to do anti-racism work. This leaves well-meaning allies feeling stuck, frustrated, and afraid of getting it wrong. Beyond Fragility fills this gap by providing a step-by-step approach to effective anti-racism allyship.

Intentionally plural, Southern Cultures, the journal of the Center for the Study of the American South at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, was founded in 1993 to present all sides of the American South, from sorority sisters to Pocahontas, from kudzu to the blues.

Galactic Animals is a podcast where hosts Jarid Watson and Jake Richmond embark on a lively journey through science, human behavior, and the odd wonders of existence and being alive. Blending sharp wit, curiosity, and genuine conversation, they tackle life's biggest questions with a down-to-earth spirit.

Lawyers are trained to work within the system. We’re not advocates for revolution. Most of us aren’t even comfortable being labelled “activists”. But when the rule of law is in peril, as it is like never before, it is our duty to not just practice law, but to protect it. This book tells the story of 14 “legal heroes” who have responded to the crises of the Trump presidency in innovative and inspiring ways, from advocating for asylum seekers on the southern border, to defending environmental protections in the nation’s highest courts.

How does an abusive childhood lead you into the world of drug dealers and addiction? When Marc was a small child, his father committed suicide. When his mother remarried, Marc thought his life was going to be OK but he could never have imagined just what was going to happen... Unloved is Marc's...

It’s late on Friday night when Casey’s mobile starts to ring. She is expecting it to be her daughter Riley. But it isn’t Riley. It’s a woman from the Emergency Duty Team. So begins Casey and Mike’s latest fostering challenge – a fifteen-year-old girl called Keeley who’s run away...

Just when Casey thinks her foster care duties are done, she’s asked to look after Sam, a troubled nine-year-old with a violent streak who drove his previous guardians to release him of their care. It soon unfolds, however, that this is no simple case. Determined to get to the root of Sam’s behaviour, Casey is committed to uncover his mysterious past only to find out something far darker than she ever imagined.

Casey Watson is back, doing the job she does best - rolling up her sleeves and fostering the children who, on first meeting, seem like hopeless cases. But when she meets Miller and discovers the truth about his disturbing childhood, even Casey begins to doubt if this child will ever be able to accept love. Found naked and alone on a railway track, Miller was just five when he was first admitted into the care system. 

Amelie just wants a home she feels safe in… Six-year-old Amelie lives with her mother, Kelly, who suffers from bipolar disorder. After Kelly attempts to burn down their family house, it becomes clear that her daughter is in grave danger. Amelie is quickly taken into care. When she arrives with...

The future is not what it used to be. In this volatile era, with the world changing rapidly, people are more curious than ever to know what lies ahead. Will relentless consumerism end up destroying our planet? Or can science and technology allow us to innovate our way out of trouble? Perhaps a greater social consciousness and community-based living will take over or, conversely, the competition for limited resources may result in everyone fighting for themselves.