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Paul Robeson’s bass-baritone voice captivated audiences, especially when singing the spirituals he had heard at church and folk songs he had gathered from many countries. But Robeson was more than an interpreter of song. He was passionate about the injustices found in the United States and throughout the world and refused to keep quiet. As a stage and film actor, he fought against stereotypical roles and racism. Labeled a communist during the height of the Cold War, Robeson was stripped of his U.S. passport and found himself unable to earn a living. But Robeson never gave up or gave in.

Are you ready to be inspired by one of the most remarkable leaders in history? "Winston Churchill: The Spirit of an Indomitable Leader” is an immersive and thought-provoking exploration of the life and legacy of a true visionary. Winston Churchill was a British statesman, military leader, and writer who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom during World War II and again in the early 1950s. Renowned for his leadership during the darkest days of the war, Churchill's indomitable spirit, stirring speeches, and strategic acumen played a crucial role in boosting British morale and ...

As a youth, when you're told that your mom should have crossed her legs and broke your neck when she was giving birth to you, you have a tendency to believe that your existence is a mistake. When you are told that you don't deserve to breathe the same air as normal people, you naturally feel worthless and powerless. Ironically though, after a life of murder, prison, and other survival-induced traumas that resulted in blood and sirens, you come to learn that true power comes from knowing of, not believing in, the things that you cannot see.

Ten-time Oscar-nominated Walter Lantz was one of Hollywood's most prolific directors and producers of animation. Over six decades, his studio produced more than 800 cartoons, including over 600 theatrically released cartoons, more than any other Hollywood animation studio, and set high standards for the art of animation in its fledgling years. Lantz is renowned for producing cartoons starring the world-famous Woody Woodpecker.

Travel back to the early days of Hollywood to meet twelve women who made it all happen. Twelve diverse actors, directors, writers, editors, designers, and producers who fought against sexism, racism, and prejudice to have their voices heard. And who changed the industry forever. Their influence can still be seen and felt today. Susan Goldman Rubin, who often writes about the arts and who lives near Hollywood, follows the paths these twelve took. Paths that included not only social, economic, and personal struggles but also major triumphs. And whose films are everlasting.

"History" sounds really official. Like it's all fact. Like it's definitely what happened. But that's not necessarily true. History was crafted by the people who recorded it. And sometimes, those historians were biased against, didn't see, or couldn't even imagine anyone different from themselves. That means that history has often left out the stories of LGBTQIA+ people: men who loved men, women who loved women, people who loved without regard to gender, and people who lived outside gender boundaries.

Whether you learned about these women in school or not, these Black women changed society and inspired future generations. Learn all about women such as Sojourner Truth, Anita Hill, Wangari Maathai, Aretha Franklin, Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka, and so many more. Packed with mini biographies of big she-ros, The Book of Awesome Black Women features mighty Black women who are usually omitted from the history books.

Fully Staffed begins in 1980 with the story of Spike, aka Mr. Wigs, a beautiful Golden Labrador who melts the hearts of everyone he meets, and breaks the hearts of the ones he leaves behind. As a puppy, he surprises all the vets by surviving a life-threatening disease, and goes on to enjoy a long, happy and healthy life. Several years later we meet Spike, then Jake - both Staffordshire Bull Terriers, but totally different in every way. Spike is the bruiser, while Jake is the social butterfly.

Aus Angst, dass Oskar sie nicht mehr liebt und verlassen wird, trifft Leni eine folgenschwere Entscheidung. Mit Helene glaubt sie, die beste Freundin der Welt zu haben, doch dann sieht Leni, wie hinterhältig sie ist. Lenis Welt zerbricht in tausend Scherben. Ausgerechnet ihre Mitbewohnerin Elaine ist für sie da, was noch viel mehr Probleme mit sich bringt, denn Leni realisiert immer mehr, dass sie lesbisch ist. Wären da nur nicht ihre streng religiösen Eltern. Lenis Welt zerbricht ein weiteres Mal, als Helene allen erzählt, was Leni getan hat.

Embark on a captivating journey into the life and mind of Richard Feynman, the legendary physicist whose groundbreaking contributions to quantum mechanics and quantum electrodynamics transformed our understanding of the universe. Renowned for his brilliance, curiosity, and unconventional approach to science, Feynman's story is a testament to the power of creativity and critical thinking in the pursuit of knowledge. Richard Feynman was an exceptional scientist, and an avid adventurer of the intellect. His insatiable curiosity, unorthodox methods, and ability to communicate complex ideas with...

Uncover the compelling story of Ernest Shackleton, a man whose unwavering determination and leadership amidst the harshest conditions forever changed the history of exploration. Ernest Shackleton was a complex figure, blending courage, resilience, and strategic brilliance to forge a path through the uncharted territories of the Antarctic. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into Shackleton's life, exploring his motivations, his perilous expeditions, and the legacy of his unyielding spirit. From the daring Endurance expedition to his relentless drive to conquer the Antarctic, ...

Do the names Elizabeth Freeman or Charlotte Forten Grimke ring any bells? Have you ever heard of Sarah Mapps Douglass or Maria Fearing? What about Sara Griffith Stanley, Lucy Craft Laney, and Maria Stewart? While these names may not be familiar to you, these women lived faithful and influential lives in a world that was filled with injustice. They worked to change laws, built schools, spoke to thousands, and shared the Gospel all around the world. And while history books may have forgotten them, their stories can teach us so much about how we can live today.

Muhammad Ali's considerable skills as a boxer earned him the world heavyweight championship, a title that he lost and regained twice. But it was the force of his personality and his unwavering personal convictions that made him a lightning rod of the turbulent 1960s and elevated him to the status of the most recognized, controversial, and admired athlete in the world.

He fled his village in eastern Hungary to escape his father's iron fist. But now, fighting for the SS, he's facing starvation on the Eastern Front as the deluge of enemy fire from the Russian army comes closer every hour.

At 24, Sally Hobart was a schoolteacher who was living a happy life in Southern California. Waking up one morning, she discovered that a gray cloud had descended upon everything around her. A trip to the ophthamologist’s office revealed that she was suffering from a retinal hemorrhage. Several treatments later, Sally began to understand that soon she would be completely blind. With courage and conviction, Sally has struggled to overcome her visual impairment, and her story is one of great inspiration.

"BECOMING - Erzählt für die nächste Generation" ist eine ehrliche, faszinierende Darstellung des Lebens von Michelle Obama für junge Hörer*innen. Sie schreibt darüber, wie ihrer Ansicht nach alle Jugendlichen etwas für sich selbst und andere bewirken können, ganz egal, wo im Leben sie gerade stehen. Sie bittet darum, sich klarzumachen, dass niemand perfekt ist, dass der Prozess des Werdens zählt und dass man nie aufhört, sich selbst zu entdecken.

Christian teens care very much about their connection and relationship with God, but they are also experiencing all the ups and downs of teenage life, with the attendant joys and sorrows of growing up. This book, filled with stories written by Christian teens for Christian teens; it will help teens who care about their faith navigate their teenage years.

Hillary Rodham Clinton is an informative introduction to the life of this remarkable woman. The former first lady and Yale Law graduate was destined for political life. Hillary Rodham Clinton brought her intelligence and drive to numerous projects during her husband's presidency in the 1990s. In 2000, she campaigned for the U.S. Senate as a representative from New York. Her win made her the first first lady to be elected to the Senate following her husband's presidency.

In 1930, the Indian people, long ruled by their British occupiers, were at a breaking point. No more could many stand the terrible demands of colonial rule. At this pivotal moment, Mohandas Gandhi, who had suffered firsthand for decades the cruelty of his oppressors, saw an opportunity to win his people's freedom. And so, Gandhi led a small band of his followers on a grueling march from his ashram in western India to the Arabian Sea. After 24 days and 241 miles under a withering sun, the marchers arrived on the Dandi seashore.

Sophie Scholl - Sie wurde zu einem Sinnbild für den Widerstand gegen das Naziregime - und ihr Tod im Namen der Freiheit machte die 21-Jährige unsterblich. Doch wer war der Mensch hinter der Ikone?