Tag: Travelers

Veiled Half-Truths Western Travelers’ Perception of Middle Eastern Women


Free Download Veiled Half-Truths: Western Travelers’ Perception of Middle Eastern Women By Judy Mabro
1996 | 288 Pages | ISBN: 1860640273 | PDF | 6 MB
This book examines the way in which Middle Eastern women were regarded by European travellers of the late-19th and early-20th centuries. Much of the writing is concerned with the secrets of the harem. There was much romantic speculation about the lives of the women, but it was also felt that their lot was to be pitied when compared to that of European women. The author of this book argues that such an opinion was based on a hypocritical set of assumptions about European women.

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Travelers in the Third Reich The Rise of Fascism 1919-1945


Free Download Travelers in the Third Reich: The Rise of Fascism: 1919-1945 by Julia Boyd, Christa Lewis, Tantor Audio
English | 2019 | ISBN: B07MH2ZCYS | Format: M4B / Bitrate: 32 Kbps / 13 hours and 46 minutes + EPUB | 217 Mb
This fascinating and shocking history of the rise of the Nazis draws together a multitude of expatriate voices – even Charles Lindbergh and Samuel Beckett – into a powerful narrative charting this extraordinary phenomenon.
Without the benefit of hindsight, how do you interpret what’s right in front of your eyes?
The events that took place in Germany between 1919 and 1945 were dramatic and terrible, but there were also moments of confusion, of doubt – even of hope. How easy was it to know what was actually going on, to grasp the essence of National Socialism, to remain untouched by the propaganda, or predict the Holocaust?

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The Christian Travelers Guide to Italy


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English | 2001 | pages: 240 | ISBN: 0310225736, 0310225396 | EPUB | 3,3 mb
The Christian Travelers Guides deal directly with what even the best general travel guides only touch on: Christianity’s enormous influence on Europe-and, through its history and culture, Europe’s influence on Christianity. This unique series guides you on a pilgrimage to the heart of our Christian heritage. Saints and secularists, martyrs and kings, castles and cathedrals, public squares and rolling hillsides, great works of art, literature, and architecture: The legacy of the Christian faith takes on immediacy and impact as you see firsthand the places where believers through the centuries lived and died, shaping our world with their faith. In rich detail and depth, The Christian Travelers Guide to Italy describes the history, literature, music, art, and architecture of Italy. Nearly 50 Christian Heritage Sites, with fascinating information on different places to visit List of "Top 10 Christian Sites in Italy" Insights for enjoying your visits to Italian churches and cathedrals Sidebars featuring mini-biographies of key historical figures and short essays on great works of art Glossary of religious terms Access The Christian Travelers Guides Website athttp://www.christian-travelers-guides.com

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Travelers Along the Way The Men and Women Who Shaped My Life


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2010 | 159 Pages | ISBN: 0867169842 | EPUB | 1 MB
In his first-ever memoir, Fr. Benedict Groeschel introduces you to the men and women who have influenced him over the course of his life. Some are unknown, such as Mr. Graff, a Jewish man who tailored the suit the young man would wear to the seminary. His advice: "Look, I don’t understand about monasteries, but I’ll give you a piece of advice. Be a good boy." Some are famous, such as Mother Teresa, Cardinal O’Connor, and Fr. Solanus Casey who once, in Fr. Benedict’s presence, stepped unprotected into a swarm of angry bees, pulled out his harmonica, and played "Mother McCree" to calm them.All of them changed his life in big and small ways. Their stories will not only inspire you, but also help you appreciate those you have met over the years who have enriched and deepened your own life and inspire you to make a difference in someone else’s life.The audio edition of this book can be downloaded via Audible.

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