Résultats pour "Oscar" dans Histoire

Quand l'Histoire est au coin de la rue ! Les rues de Paris (et d'ailleurs) portent les noms des plus glorieux personnages de l'Histoire de France. Mais certaines d'entre-elles (et non des moindres) ont été attribuées à de bien tristes sires. Bugeaud (sanguinaire conquérant de l'Algérie), Albert de Mun (infatigable adversaire de la laïcité), Les ducs de Guise (organisateurs de la sanglante Saint-Barthélemy), Maurice Barrès (implacable accusateur du capitaine Dreyfus).

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Bloomsbury presents Oscar by Matthew Sturgis, read by Jot Davies. The first major biography of Oscar Wilde in thirty years, and the most complete telling of his life and times to date. NOMINATED FOR THE WOLFSON HISTORY PRIZE 2019 'The Book of the Year, perhaps of the decade' TLS 'Simply the best...

This audiobook includes an exclusive author's note from Tom Keneally. John Mitchel, Irishman, lawyer, journalist, activist and politician, is a complex character. Charged with treason in Ireland and tried by an English judge he was snuck off mainland Ireland on the day he was charged to avoid a...

The meteoric rise of motorsports phenom Oscar Piastri has been the stuff of legends - so far. Three years and a record-breaking three straight titles across Formula Renault, Formula 3 and Formula 2 set up one of the most anticipated F1 rookie seasons ever when the 21-year-old Melburnian joined...

The author of the New York Times bestseller Her Again: Becoming Meryl Streep returns with a lively history of the Academy Awards, focusing on the brutal battles, the starry rivalries, and the colorful behind-the-scenes drama. America does not have royalty. It has the Academy Awards. For nine...

Buck O'Neil once described him as "Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, and Tris Speaker rolled into one". Among experts, he is regarded as the best player in Negro Leagues history. During his prime, he became a legend in Cuba and one of Black America's most popular figures. Yet even among serious sports fans, Oscar Charleston is virtually unknown today. 

History is not a neat line of facts and dates. It is a landscape of strange gaps, unanswered questions, and voices silenced long before we were born. From crumbling ruins to cryptic symbols carved into desert stone, the past keeps reaching out. In Historical Mysteries, author Oscar Johnson guides you through the half lit corridors of time where archaeology brushes against the unknown. This audiobook is a journey for anyone who loves puzzles, ancient secrets, and the thrill of discovery.

Consumers of biography are familiar with the division between memoirs of the living or recently dead written by those who "knew" the subject more or less intimately, and the more objective or scholarly accounts produced by later generations. In the case of Wilde, as presented to us by Frank Harris, we are in a way doubly estranged from the subject. We meet with Oscar the charismatic talker, whose tone of voice can never be reproduced – even if a more scrupulous biographer had set down his words accurately – and we are perhaps already aware of him as Wilde the self-destructive celebrity who...

Saddle up for a wild ride with The Old West: A History of the American Frontier by Oscar Johnson. Oscar Johnson brings the past to life in a way that feels more like a fireside tale told by someone who smells faintly of a horse. This audiobook gives you everything you need to understand The Old West, without needing to be chased by bandits to appreciate it. This isn't the sort of history book that puts you to sleep after page three. There are no droning lectures or endless dates to memorise.

In Oscar Wilde from Purgatory, Hester Dowden, known by her pen name Hester Travers Smith, takes listeners on a fascinating journey into the realm of the afterlife. As an Irish spiritualist medium, she claimed to have communicated with the spirits of various notable figures. Through her Ouija board sessions and automatic writing, she captures the essence of her conversations with the legendary poet and playwright, Oscar Wilde. His spirit is just as vibrant and witty as he was in life, sharing insights about existing without a physical form and offering candid critiques, including a memorable ...

Immerse yourself in the complete collection of Oscar Wildes English language interviews, where one of historys most eloquent conversationalists comes to life. This enchanting anthology showcases Wilde’s unmatched charm and wit as he captivates newspaper interviewers eager to uncover his famous “Oscarisms.” Explore his thoughts on a wide range of topics—from poetry and politics to architecture and acting. The interviews are thoughtfully arranged chronologically, offering a fascinating glimpse into Wildes evolving perspectives over time. While the focus is on his English interviews, the ...

In Oscar Wilde and Myself, Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas presents his first memoir, crafted 14 years after Oscar Wildes death and in the wake of Douglass unsuccessful libel case against Arthur Ransome. Ransomes critical study of Wilde included quotes from the censored parts of Wilde’s prison letter to Douglas, De Profundis, which painted a starkly negative picture of their relationship. Unable to sway a jury in his favor, Douglas instead turns to posterity, aiming to set the record straight. He passionately challenges Wildes portrayal of their shared past, taking aim at Ransome...

This captivating memoir from 1905 explores the latter days of one literary giant through the eyes of another. Written by an esteemed author, this recording presents an unembellished account, carefully omitting the numerous footnotes and two untranslated letters in French. Join us as we delve into the life and legacy of Oscar Wilde. -Summary by David WalesThis show includes AI-generated content.

In 1895 the Irish playwright, novelist, and poet Oscar Wilde was sentenced to two years of hard labour for the crime of "gross indecency with men". Robert Sherard met Wilde a decade earlier in Paris and their friendship, though often troubled, was maintained until the end of Wilde's life. Written for private publication, Sherard's account of their friendship aimed to restore Wilde's good name among his circle of friends. The result is a fascinating insight into the lives of the literary elites of London and Paris of the time.

In The Story of an Unhappy Friendship, Robert Sherard, Oscar Wildes closest companion for two decades and his first biographer, delves into the complexities of their relationship. This compelling narrative, the first of Sherards four biographies about the brilliant Irish playwright and wit, sheds light on the intricacies and challenges of their enduring yet troubled friendship. - Summary by Rob BoardThis show includes AI-generated content.

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Dive into the intriguing world of Oscar Wilde through the lens of Frank Harris, who presents a unique perspective on the iconic figure. In this exploration, we are confronted with Wilde as both the charismatic conversationalist and the self-destructive celebrity who has become a symbol of gay identity and martyrdom. Harris, a flamboyant literary figure himself, offers a portrayal of Wilde’s homosexual experiences that reflects the attitudes of his time—seeing them as exclusive to the elite and not a contagion. To truly understand Wilde, we must navigate through a multitude of ...

Dive into the remarkable story of Oscar Piastri, the Melbourne-born racing prodigy who shattered records on his way to becoming one of Formula 1's most exciting talents. This podcast delivers a comprehensive biography of the McLaren star, tracing his journey from winning a remote-control car championship at age nine to capturing Grand Prix victories on the world's biggest stage. Follow Piastri's extraordinary path through karting in Australia and Europe, his unprecedented streak of consecutive championship titles in Formula Renault Eurocup, FIA Formula 3, and FIA Formula 2, and the dramatic ...

Picture this: the creak of a ship’s timbers, the snap of sails in the wind, and the clash of cutlasses under a blood-red sky. Pirates—the word alone sparks tales of ruthless rogues, hidden treasure, and high-seas mayhem. But who were the real men and women behind the myths? Forget the Hollywood clichés. Pirates and the Golden Age of Piracy uncovers the truth about history’s most infamous outlaws!