Résultats pour "Marsh" dans Sciences sociales et politiques

The first definitive biography of revolutionary activist Marsha P. Johnson—an iconic and trailblazing figure in LGBTQIA+ history—unveiling her life, profound impact, and enduring legacy. “Thank God the revolution has begun, honey.” Legend has it that after Marsha P. Johnson threw the...

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Today, Europe finds itself in a fast-changing, polarized world dominated by Chinese-American rivalry. The European Union and its surrounding nonmember states, despite initial successes after the fall of the Berlin Wall, have failed to implement a strategy for success in the twenty-first century. Britain's exit from the Union has weakened both sides, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine has thrown these shortcomings into sharp relief. How should states across the continent position themselves in the decades to come?

For a period of seven years, Wilfred Thesiger canoed through the marshes at the confluence of Iraq's Tigris and Euphrates rivers, living among the native Madan tribes and their islands made of reeds. Now extinct, their ancient way of life is speculated to have existed for 5,000 years, going back to the days of ancient Sumer, and possessed a unique culture found nowhere else in the Middle East. Thesiger documents the tribes' conflicts, traditions, cuisine, relationships, justice systems, and art, and reveals how they built their unique water-borne society

"A page-turner with the momentum of an Aaron Sorkin screenplay."—Kirkus Reviews A New York Times 'New Nonfiction Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026' selection An eye-opening and wildly entertaining book about the multimillion-dollar fitness phenomenon CrossFit and its mercurial founder...

In this "compelling scientific detective story," a leading neuroscientist looks for the nature of human kindness in the brains of heroes and psychopaths (Wall Street Journal). At fourteen, Amber could boast of killing her guinea pig, threatening to burn down her home, and seducing men in...

'He does write beautifully, especially of his greatest love — our wild birds...On The Marsh is a delightful read.' – Christopher Hart, Daily Mail How the rewilding of eight acres of Norfolk marshland inspired a family and brought nature even closer to home. When writer Simon Barnes heard a...

After I'd got him out of harm's way, I dived back in yet again and swam out past the surf-break, out to where the other two lads were floundering. Then, one at a time, I took them back onto the rocks – all done against the raging rip and wild surf. By then an hour or so had passed. Still, severe cuts, bruises and abrasions aside, I'd successfully saved the lives of the four young people who, in all probability, would've otherwise drowned.

Dive into the poignant history of the Acadians who once flourished around the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia, Canada, only to face forced removal by the British. This event shaped not only their legacy but also established a lasting French presence in several Eastern states of the U.S. Join us as we unravel this compelling narrative. - Summary by Czandra

Unedited conversations about life that will usually involve mental health, relationships, & parenting.

'An essential read for anyone who cares about the misogyny inherent in modern medicine. This is a highly original, deeply validating and entirely engaging addition to the canon of birth and parenting writing.' Clover Stroud 'I start to see my own experience not as a woeful result of a system or...

Terror has been stalking this ship for seven years. Now the world is upside down, and terror returns to the exotic islands and peaceful beaches of seas once hunted by bloodthirsty pirates. Join the Sea Empress for a fateful adventure. Will the world once again be safe for a vacation?

Everybody's got a story to tell. And they're usually fabulous.In every episode we talk to a guest about their career - the challenges they faced, the mistakes they made and the solutions they found. From academics to mentors, philosophers to musicians, business owners to IT directors. It's a business podcast like no other."What a fab, laid back and down to earth podcast about business! Love it." - Diane, Facebook

Do you want to help the world evolve to a more peaceful, joyful, and loving place? Do you want more freedom to be who you are, honor your truth, and bring that truth out into the world? Would you like to rise above fake news, marketing manipulation, and the blame games being played today? Are you tired of being run by fear and ready to live and lead your life from love? In this audiobook you’ll learn how to do all this and more. Join author Roger Kenneth Marsh on an exciting exploration into our extraordinary capacity to create reality.

Let’s Talk ALL Things VA with Coach Marsha is the podcast built for Veterans who are tired of the runaround, the denials, and the silence. Powered by Heroes Media Group, this show cuts through the red tape and brings you real answers about discharge upgrades, disability claims, mental health, and life after service. Too many Veterans feel embarrassed to even call themselves Veterans because of a negative discharge. Too many have been told “no” so many times that they stopped fighting. Coach Marsha is here to change that. As the founder of You Are Still a Veteran (YASAV), her mission is ...

Hyper-individualism and consumerism are failing to satisfy our hunger for meaning. We face an identity crisis in which real community is increasingly hard to find. The culture wars have been painful and polarizing and have proved a poor way to agree any kind of moral standards. Is it even possible to find a vision for goodness that can bring us together? Rumors of a Better Country addresses our hunger for justice and a better way of living by awakening our moral imagination to the potential of a trusting community.

On the Call with Jake Marsh takes listeners behind the scenes of sports and sports broadcasting through conversations with broadcasters, athletes, coaches, and other voices from around the industry. Along the way, Jake shares stories and updates from his own life and career, giving fans a closer look at both the games and everything that comes with them.

Violet Christie is just 18 years old as she heads towards her first position as a governess. She tries to be enthusiastic about the Norfolk countryside, the imposing house and her employer's family. However, there are mysteries here. The mistress of the house is detached and aloof, but that can be explained by grief and depression. Violet overhears a village girl warning her companion “you should not have spoken to her. Don’t you know she comes from the house on the marsh?” And what of Mr. Rayner? He is definitely hiding something! The House on the Marsh was made into a silent movie in ...

Drawing from stratification economics, intersectionality, and respectability politics, The Love Jones Cohort centers on the voices and lifestyles of members of the Black middle class who are single and living alone (SALA). While much has been written about both the Black middle class and the rise of singlehood, this book represents a first foray into bridging these two concepts.

NexGen Human is a call to high adventure! The adventure of your life! We live in a dynamic, ever changing world. To paraphrase Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, "Toto, we ain't in Kansas anymore." In this day and age we are challenged like no other human before with overwhelming choices, overwhelming information, and an overwhelming focus on fear.