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Otro fantasma recorre la memoria de quienes vivieron en la Unión Soviética: el silencio de las mujeres que sufrieron el control patriarcal del Estado, la religión y la tradición. Su trauma lo arrastra el tiempo de una generacion a otra hasta que un dia alguien recuerda, habla y pone nombre a aquello que permanecia acallado. Magorzata Nocu ha hecho de la escucha literatura. Ha recorrido el territorio intimo en el que las hijas heredan de sus madres la memoria del hambre, la miseria y la muerte, y se ha convertido en testigo atenta de una constelacion de conversaciones y testimonios que iluminan una cara del siglo xx que permanecia en la penumbra.Con un estilo preciso e incisivo, heredero de maestras de la escritura de no ficcion como Svetlana Aleksievich o Hanna Krall, Nocu levanta con El amor ha sido mi unica culpa un refugio en el que resuena la historia de cerca del millon de partisanas, conductoras y francotiradoras que combatieron en el Ejercito Rojo o de las mujeres soldado que hoy conforman casi un tercio de la milicia ucraniana. De las que, atrapadas en el sitio de Leningrado, recitaban de memoria los versos de Anna Ajmatova para paliar el hambre. De las que ondearon la bandera roja seducidas por la utopia de los soviets y de las disidentes que acabaron en los sotanos de la Lubianka, el putrefacto corazon del KGB. De todas las enemigas del pueblo que perdieron el nombre propio en el gulag o que pasaron su juventud en las fosas de la psiquiatria sovietica. Aqui estan las voces de un imperio que se desmorona y que tras su derrumbe ha dejado a la vista su estructura de violencia.

A Cool Head in Hell is a compelling historical narrative based on Harry Silmans diary, arguably the only contemporaneous account by a POW under the Japanese to survive WW2. In it, as well as in letters and later accounts, Silman details his experiences as a doctor in the British Army from the Dunkirk evacuation (in which he was amongst the last soldiers delivered to safety) to his deployment to Singapore and subsequent capture by Japanese troops.Silmans vivid diary entries take us through his time as a detainee in the notorious Changi prison camp, and as a forced labourer on the Burma Railway. His calm manner, resourcefulness, resilience and positive nature during such cruel conditions, in which survival was a daily gamble, stand out and his perspective is up-front, as he was tasked with care of so many ill, wounded and dying fellow combatants.Harrys diary, compiled on scraps and hidden improbably under the threat of extreme sanction,offers rare insight into the survival strategies and medical challenges endured by the prisoners of war, and the deep bonds they formed. The narrative is rich with personal anecdotes, including Harrys enduring friendship with an Anglican padre and his leadership in organising Jewish services, providing a poignant look at faith, community and solidarity in horrific circumstances.Astutely edited by Harrys daughter Jacqueline Passman, the book also reflects on the psychological and emotional aftermath of captivity, examining how Harrys experiences shaped him long after liberation.

CANUDOS SOB AS ÁGUAS DA ILUSÃO é um ensaio, no qual o autor, Eldon Canário, nascido no povoado inundado pelas águas de um açude, faz uma crítica contundente sobre a construção da barragem que submerg

In twelve chapters - corresponding to the themes of the signs of the zodiac - the author presents us with twelve different perspectives from which the topic of astrology at the time of the Reformation presents itself. It is the time of insane forecasts of the deluge, the time of huge political and religious upheavals. The Peasant Wars are the beginning of the end of feudal rule. With the Reformation, Christianity experienced what is probably the most severe upheaval since its founding. Book printing and the founding of universities stand for the end of the "Dark Middle Ages", for a time when education and intellect will regain their rights - although at the same time the darkest superstition is spreading, although an inquisition begins its mass murders.A highly recommended read for all friends of astrology![Review of the German edition of Dr. Rudiger Plantiko]

Between 1874 and 1958, European countries systematically displayed people from colonized territories in so-called "human zoos" and ethnological exhibitions. Over 25,000 people were exhibited before more than 1.5 billion visitors many died under abysmal conditions. This essay illuminates a largely forgotten chapter of European history and its reckoning today.

Uma análise sobre as relações familiares na São Paulo do século XVII. A obra revela, por meio de testamentos e fontes históricas, uniões consensuais e matrimônios que desafiam os padrões católicos, a

Ao longo de sua história, o Brasil reinventou seu pacto constitucional sete vezes — sete vidas marcadas por rupturas, autoritarismo, crises institucionais e golpes de Estado. Em "As Sete Vidas do Bra

"Justice is the end of government. It is the end of civil society." The Federalist Papers is one of the most influential works of political thought ever writtena collection of 85 essays composed by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay to defend and explain the principles of the United States Constitution.Written between 1787 and 1788, these essays remain a cornerstone of American political philosophy, offering profound insight into the structure, purpose, and moral foundation of government. The authors, writing under the pseudonym Publius, examine the challenges of democracy and propose solutions grounded in reason, justice, and human naturefrom the balance of powers and federalism to checks and balances, national unity, and the protection of individual rights.More than a historical document, The Federalist Papers is a timeless guide to liberty and leadership, inspiring generations of statesmen, jurists, and citizens. Its ideas continue to shape modern political thought, reminding us that freedom must be defended through knowledge, wisdom, and civic virtue.Powerful, eloquent, and enduring, this classic remains essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the ideals and architecture of the American republic. Click Buy Now to explore The Federalist Papersthe definitive vision of liberty, justice, and democratic government that still guides the free world today.

Este livro inédito explora o fenômeno jacobeu do Caminho de Santiago. Investigando desde seu surgimento, no contexto medieval, até sua popularização e chegada ao Brasil, a autora analisa os interesse

This humorous collection of illustrations depicts the trout anglers anguish and anticipation in pursuit of the gentle art. The author and illustrator Paul Dady believes that Fishing doesnt actually clear the mind. It does, however, given the opportunity, tend to clutter it with altogether more agreeable stuff ... usually. From knots to lucky underwear and appalling hauling to woeful weather, many trouters will identify with the scenarios and comments featured in this quirky portrayal. Contrasting cartoon styles convey the different moods of each scene and are guaranteed to catch the readers attention.

This was the NCR and there were mountains to be bagged.Wild Mountain Times by Gary Robertson invites you on a rollicking journey with the Dundee NCR Hillwalking and Mountaineering Club. What began as humble escapes for working-class factory workers has blossomed into a wild adventure among the stunning Scottish hills, often with a wee dram in hand. Take a glimpse into the lives of those who discovered joy and camaraderie amidst natures grandeur.From nights spent under the stars to tales spun in remote bothies, laughter echoes through the glen. Yet, its not all mirth; the book candidly addresses the perils of the mountains, where accidents and loss are part of the narrative. Join this band of adventurers as they navigate the beauty and danger of the Scottish landscape, celebrating the spirit of friendship and the thrill of the climb. With characters like Johnny V Diff, The Bonnie Prince and Big Betty, prepare for wild tales, and the occasional wee bothy poyum, that will leave you chuckling and eager to find yourself up the Scottish mountains.

O ano era 1958. O planeta ainda respirava os ares da reconstrução pós-guerra, e o futebol começava a assumir um papel que ia muito além das quatro linhas — tornava-se um espelho das nações, um instru

Caro leitor, como o diverso pode ser aceito em uma sociedade? Qual a extensão do poder de um deus? Perguntas como essas, nas ciências humanas, jamais terão uma resposta única e definitiva, mas é poss

"Sem entrar em detalhes da discussão, nos últimos trinta anos, pode-se encontrar manifestações recentes que definem política e "fazer política" como a "totalidade das atividades para preparar e chega

From the author of the bestselling The King in the North. The story of the lands between the Forth and Humber from the end of the Roman period to the Viking kingdom of York is one of the most richly fascinating in British history. This the age of Lindisfarne and of Bede; of the dramatic hills, valleys and ancient routeways that link the Irish Sea and the North Sea; of names that resonate even now: Edwin, Oswald, Hild, Cuthbert, Wilfrid; of conquest, conversion and the legacies of intellectual giants. This history of Early Medieval Northumbria explores themes of landscape, power, creativity and intellect. Fresh archaeological evidence and research in historical geography shed light on the fascinating story of how land was managed, exploited and deployed as an expression of power by both secular and ecclesiastical forces, and aspects such as the role of elite women in shaping politics and religion is given new focus. Max Adams and Colm O Brien show conclusively how Northumbrias political, cultural and religious elements coalesced to forge a creative powerhouse which shaped the world we have inherited.

Londons Bastille is both fascinating and thoroughly enjoyable. - Fiona Rule, author of The Worst Street in LondonIn 1794, Britains newest and much-heralded prison opened its gates in Clerkenwell, north London. Built on the principles laid down by John Howard, the most vocal and committed prison reformer of the eighteenth century, the new Coldbath Fields House of Correction was intended to be a flagship for the humane improvements that Howard championed. And yet, within just a few years, it had become notorious for its cruelty and injustice.The burgeoning of British radicalism following the French Revolution, the repressive measures introduced in response by Prime Minister William Pitt, and the appointment of the barbaric Thomas Aris as prison governor all coincided to ensure that this state-of-the-art facility would become not merely the foremost political prison of its age, but also the most infamous because of the abuses practised within its walls abuses to which the government and the magistracy systematically turned a blind eye.In Londons Bastille, Stephen Haddelsey expertly explores the history of the prison and the stories of its inmates, from thieves and prostitutes to political reformers and naval mutineers, to provide an extraordinary new insight into the forces of radical change that shook Britain to its core in the final years of the eighteenth century.

The Right of Passage makes visceral and intimate and all the more meaningful the story of the Holocaust and a familys struggle to escape its unspeakable evils. - Ken Burns, filmmaker, director of The US and the HolocaustHow much could the victims of the Holocaust have known of what awaited them? How much should they have known?In this sobering account of a German-Jewish family in flight for their lives, The Right of Passage reveals the difficult, often desperate dilemmas in which they found themselves as they looked for safe passage away from the Nazi regime.Inspired by a cache of abandoned negatives that show an idyllic pre-war Europe, the book draws heavily on letters and telegrams newly translated from German. These exchanges among leading thinkers of the period vividly record an intellectual culture in flight, in which even the finest minds found it difficult to grasp what was coming.Most of the familys members found safety in England, Ireland or America, some only just in time. But the logician and philosopher Kurt Grelling, exiled in Belgium, was arrested when the Nazis invaded. Deported to France and interned by the Vichy regime, despite the efforts of friends and colleagues to help, Grellings attempts to find passage to America were hindered by forces beyond his control. But his letters speak across the decades, urging us to remember the impossible predicament faced by millions in the same position.

Both timely and vital . . . There has never been greater need for a thoughtful discussion on race. This study of the case for reparations, which binds the past and present together so cleverly, is an important contribution. Diane Abbott, GuardianAt the abolition of the slave trade two centuries ago, the British government paid huge amounts of compensation to slave-owners. Only in 2015 did British taxpayers stop paying off this debt.How is it that slave-owners were paid compensation from our taxes, yet the enslaved and their families were not? Why should the descendants of former slaveowners still benefit from inherited wealth while the successors of the victims of slavery receive nothing, and may have even paid towards the debt of compensation through their taxes?Beginning with these simple but startling questions, Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder explore the burning issue of how best can we resolve the inequality resulting from 400 years of the enslavement of African people and the ongoing racism still suffered by millions across the world.Talking to reparation experts, economists, politicians, and anti-racism campaigners, including Bell Rebeiro-Addy, Robert Beckford, Kenneth Mohammed and Kehinde Andrews, they investigate how reparations can work, and how we can help to make them happen.

Resultado das pesquisas do professor e pesquisador Marcelo Flório realizadas em etapas distintas de um percurso construído enquanto historiador, o livro está estruturado em três partes. Os capítulos

A obra mais aclamada de Svetlana Alexievich, o seu trabalho mais pungente e desarmante, que dá voz a quem viveu o desastre nuclear de Chernobyl.Prémio Nobel de Literatura 2015A 26 de abril de 1986, Chernobyl foi palco do pior desastre nuclear de sempre. As autoridades sovieticas esconderam a gravidade dos factos da populaço e da comunidade internacional, e tentaram controlar os danos enviando milhares de homens mal equipados e impreparados para o vortice radioativo em que se transformara a regio. O acidente acabou por contaminar quase tres quartos da Europa.Nesta sua obra famosa e perturbadora, vencedora do prestigiado National Book Critics Circle Award, em 2005, Svetlana Alexievich da voz a centenas de pessoas que viveram a tragedia: desde cidados comuns, bombeiros e medicos, que sentiram na pele as violentas consequencias do desastre, ate as forças do regime sovietico que tentaram esconder o ocorrido. Os testemunhos, resultantes de mais de quinhentas entrevistas realizadas pela autora, so apresentados atraves de monologos tecidos entre si com notavel sensibilidade, apesar da disparidade e dos fortes contrastes que separam estas vozes.Traduço do russo por Galina MitrakhovichOs elogios da critica:Em Chernobyl, Svetlana Alexievich viu o horror invisivel e fez dele um requiem genial.Jose Mario Silva, ExpressoUma grande escritora que utiliza as entrevistas como materia-prima para construir textos empolgantes sobre a condiço humana.Miguel Esteves Cardoso,PublicoEm que categoria enquadrar Svetlana Alexievich? Reportagem? Testemunho documental? Ensaio jornalistico? Romance de no-ficço? E literatura em carne viva.Jose Carlos Fernandes, Time OutSe o leitor tem curiosidade sobre o futuro, sugiro que leia este livro com caracter de urgencia. A Chernobyl de Alexievich e um lugar de extremos e do desconhecido, palco das consequencias da tecnologia.The Telegraph