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James Morris Webb argues that the Black man was the father of civilization, born in the land of Egypt, and that the different branches of science and art were simply transmitted to other races, which, as the ages have rolled by have only been enlarged - and to some extent improved upon. The narrative is rich in quotes from the Bible.

Er ist weder was sie will, noch was sie braucht. Und doch ist es für Maya unmöglich, ihm zu widerstehen. Immer tiefer zieht er sie in seinen Bann, und Mayas Verteidigung bröckelt Stück für Stück. Sunnyboy Shane ist ein Spieler, ein Playboy, der sich nimmt, was er möchte. Dass Maya es ihm nicht leicht macht, reizt ihn nur zusätzlich und er nimmt sich fest vor, auch diese Wahnsinnsfrau in sein Bett zu locken. Für beide führt das Spiel mit den Gefühlen in tiefe Abgründe. Können sie trotz ihrer Unterschiede einen Weg finden, zusammen zu sein?

Das Leben durch die Linse ihrer Kamera zu sehen, war für Nina nie ein Problem gewesen. Sie hatte nie erwartet, einem echten Leben jemals näher zu kommen. Dass Ty sich wider aller Erwartungen zu ihr hingezogen fühlt, kann sie zunächst kaum glauben. Da ihr aber sowieso nur eine begrenzte Zeit zur Verfügung steht, ist Nina bereit, alles anzunehmen, was er ihr bietet und vor allem solange es ihr vergönnt ist. Allein ihre Gegenwart schenkt ihm den lang ersehnten Frieden und Ty entschließt sich, sie auch gegen alle Widrigkeiten zu behalten.

Während ihrem Aufenthalt in Talin lernt Sky Ryan kennen. Er ist schön, sexy und unglaublich verführerisch. Dennoch hält sie ihn auf Abstand. Denn Sky möchte nur eins: Sich mit ihren Freunden amüsieren, die Vergangenheit hinter sich lassen und ihr Leben neu beginnen. Doch Ryan lässt nicht locker und Skys Widerstand bröckelt. Als sie sich schließlich näher kommen, verschwindet Sky plötzlich. Wird er sie jemals wieder sehen?

The Narrative of James Roberts indicates that he was born in 1753 in Maryland in a state of slavery. He accompanied his master in the Revolutionary War and also fought in the War of 1812 under General Jackson. Roberts eventually obtained his freedom and devoted his life to the struggle to end slavery.

Kyle and his mom have different opinions about creativity. He can't live without it, and she doesn’t have time for it. Kyle has to show his mom that using her imagination doesn’t call for too much time. As he tries to teach her that creativity is not just about making art, Mom learns that she has already made her greatest creation.

The autobiography of Louis Hughes serves as a window on the daily lives of slaves before and during the Civil War. Born into slavery near Charlottesville, Virginia in 1832, the narrative charts his life through Pontotoc, Mississippi to Memphis where he met his wife Matilda Morgan, to Tombigbee, Alabama and escape from slavery in Mississippi in 1865. Hughes provides unique historical insight into slavery in the Confederacy during the Civil War and concludes with the family living as free people in Milwaukee.

Robinson, one of 12 children of a slave family, grew up in Wilmington, North Carolina, and this account encompasses his life story from his earliest childhood recollections to his position as minister in the 1890s. The audiobook contains poignant descriptions of the resilience of slaves under the inhumanity of slaveholders.

The author was born a slave on a plantation near Wilmington, North Carolina. He discusses the religious meetings he conducted as a slave near Wilmington, including encounters with patrols that attempted to prevent such meetings, and instances of benign social interaction between the races. This 1885 edition of Thomas H Jones's expanded 1862 edition of his memoir includes an addendum on his ministry during slavery and on his experiences as a minister on the abolitionist lecture circuit.

Herbert Louis Samuel was a British politician who was the Liberal Party leader from 1931 to 1935. He was the first practicing Jew to serve as a Cabinet minister and to become the leader of a major British political party. In January 1915, Samuel circulated a memorandum, "The Future of Palestine", to his cabinet colleagues, suggesting that Britain should conquer Palestine in order to protect the Suez Canal against foreign powers and for Palestine to become a home for the Jewish people. In this recording, Samuel discusses the necessity for a permanent Jewish state in Palestine.

Charles Ball’s book (1836) was written with the help of a lawyer, Isaac Fischer. He recounts his experiences as a slave, including descriptions of the harsh and inhumane conditions under which he lived. He also points out how his well-being depended on the temperament of his slave masters.

This autobiography of Friday Jones, Days of Bondage, is a slave narrative with a strong theme of overcoming diversity through spiritual growth. The nonlinear narrative consists of a series of episodes, many of which are harrowing in their cruelty. Ultimately, however, Days of Bondage is a moving text and a testament to the power of resilience.

Après le "Manuel de méditation laïque" qui donne les bases, il s'agit à présent de pratiquer et de s'exercer.

Méditation profonde. Par la mise en place d'une respiration superficielle et un ralentissement du rythme cardiaque, on atteint en état d'hyper-conscience. La co-stimulation sympathique lors de l'inspir et parasympathique lors de l'expir permet d'atteindre une méditation profonde. En pratiquant la gratitude et en ouvrant le thorax comme une fleur, on adresse des vœux de bonheur par l'ouverture du cœur.

William Whipper (1837) felt strongly that change could be brought through model behavior and an appeal to human rationality. Non-violence was the answer for this activist. In this letter, he addresses the president arguing that non-resistance is the way to peace in the nation.

Paul Jennings, a slave of James Madison's, recounts his experiences with the man. He provides insights into his relationship with President Madison, including the kindness he showed him. Jennings lived in the White House and was with President Madison until the day of his death.

Self-taught slave and underground railroad worker James Williams' memoir of his escape, time during the Gold Rush, and observations of the world around him. He starts with his birth and then escape - feeling the pull of the California Gold Rush. In these few pages, James gives a fascinating account of the people he met and events he witnessed.

Abolitionist Reverand Thomas S. Wright addresses the president in this letter circa 1837. He declares that colored men are still discriminated against not only in the churches but also in jobs. Truly, people of color were not slaves in the North, but they were not free either.

This speech was delivered by Reverand Garnet in 1865 to commemorate the adoption of the 13th Amendment. He discusses slavery and how it has clouded his view since early childhood. His comparison of slavery to that of a demon is powerful, moving, and blunt.

Samuel Davis remarks in his opening statement that this is the happiest period in his history. He discusses the elevation of the colored man and to do everything they can to advance their freedoms. Davis notes that they have petitioned over and over to no avail, but that they must persist to see results.