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This lush and lyrical audiobook tells the story of how two musical prodigies from very different backgrounds - one a young black boy growing up in Tuskegee, Alabama, the other the son of struggling Russian-Jewish immigrants from the West Side of Chicago - were brought together by their love of music, and helped create the jazz style known as swing.

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds! In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Lesa Cline-Ransome, readers learn about the amazing...

In 1913, Arthur Ransome traveled to Russia to explore Russian folklore. The result of his studies was the publication of retellings (rather than translations) of a number of stories, including The Soldier and Death, which first appeared in 1920.

You may think that the story of the saxophone begins with Dexter Gordon or Charlie Parker or on a street corner in New Orleans. It really began in 1840 in Belgium with a young daydreamer named Joseph-Antoine Adolphe Sax—a boy with bad luck but great ideas. Coretta Scott King Honoree Lesa Cline-Ransome unravels the fascinating history of how Adolphe's once reviled instrument was transported across Europe and Mexico to New Orleans.

Being an apex problem solver is choosing to tackle those complex problems in your every day life and career. In The Apex Problem Solver: Understanding Critical and Creative Thinking to Enhance Complex Problem Solving, you will learn the difference between critical thinking and creative thinking and how both styles of thinking are essential aspects when it comes to any complex problem.

Dive through air, sand and sea into the world of Aothos - where monsters, mages and magic await. As merriment for celestial festivities rises in Azvarra City, an ancient, powerful, dangerous energy stirs within the stars. Join Tali, a feisty young woman as she navigates the forbidden art of wielding the elements.

Discover the enchanting world of nature through Childs Book of the Garden, part of Arthur Michell Ransomes delightful Nature Books For Children series. This charming book captures the beauty and wonder of gardens, making it a joy for both children and adults alike. Renowned English author and journalist Ransome is celebrated for his captivating storytelling and ability to inspire a love for the natural world in young readers. Join us on this whimsical journey through the garden! - Summary by David Wales

Arthur Ransome brilliantly wrote about Oscar Wilde in A Critical Study, published in 1912, and then went on to write the popular and better known children's series, Swallows and Amazons, in 1930. Ransome considers Oscar Wilde a visionary of whom every classical scholar must know. Oscar Wilde changed the culture of his own day and, by doing so, changed ours. Wilde tried various literary activities, poetry, drama, dialogues and essays, a novel, and even wrote about interior decoration. To him, art was supreme, and he pursued that ideal in every expression that he encountered.

England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of ...

Scripture and Life is a Bible-based teaching podcast that explores God’s Word and its meaning for everyday living. Episodes include recorded Sunday School lessons and short scriptural reflections, designed to help listeners understand Scripture clearly and apply it faithfully in daily life.

Welcome to Faith and Republic: God, Nation, and Law. My new podcast on politics, religion, and our great country of The United States of America. I’m Ransome Jackson and I’m your host. My podcast will focus debates, discussions, and content focused on lifting our country up, loving our Lord, and promoting conservative traditional values as well as protecting our culture. I’ll bring on guests and friends to talk and have a good time.

Charis Podcast gives you everything you need to enjoy everyday life, to grow spiritually, fulfill your purpose, become successful and live a life worth living. Ransome Adewale is a Pastor, Bible Teacher And Missionary Evangelist. He teaches deep biblical truths on The Gospel Of Grace, Spiritual Growth, The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit and Faith with a revelatory insight and a strong flow of the anointing. Pastor Ransome is passionate about teaching the person of Jesus, equipping the saints, strengthening local churches, training young ministers, winning the lost and healing the sick.

Uncle Ricky is just an average man in the middle speaking from the viewpoint of the pOPLE IN THE mIDDLE. There will be opinionated, profanity filled podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Candy Shop Adventure will take your child's imagination on a road trip to Florida where the main character, Philip Ransome IV, and his friend, Adam, enter a giant candy shop on a journey for samples! There are several lessons your child will learn from listening to this book, as it highlights premium lessons, one of them being, "Together is Always Better", among many more!

Louis Armstrong has been called the most important improviser in the history of jazz. Although his New Orleans neighborhood was poor in nearly everything else, it was rich in superb music. Young Louis took it all in, especially the cornet blowing of Joe King Oliver. But after a run in with the police, 11-year-old Louis was sent away to the Colored Waif's Home for Boys, where he became a disciplined musician in the school's revered marching band.

Dive into the enchanting world of Russian folklore with Old Peters Russian Tales, where Arthur Ransome, renowned for his beloved Swallows and Amazons series, presents his only public domain fiction work. Drawing from his experiences as a newspaper correspondent in Russia during a tumultuous time, Ransome weaves together well-known and lesser-known tales that capture the essence of the culture. His unique perspective, shaped by his involvement in the revolution and his marriage to Trotskys former secretary, adds a rich layer to these captivating stories. Join us on this literary journey through...

PUBLISHERS NOTE On August 27, 1914, while in London, I jotted down a thought in my memorandum book Met Arthur Ransome at_____s; we discussed a potential book exploring the Russians relationship to the war through the lens of their psychological and folkloric backgrounds. Although that book never materialized, the ideas sparked during that conversation resonate throughout Ransomes insights on Russian matters. A versatile figure, Ransome is not only a respected biographer of Poe and Wilde but also a translator and commentator on Remy de Gourmont, and a devoted folklorist committed to uncovering ...

This is a podcast where we just talk about everything.Music,movies,sports,crime,current events,and video games!

Going beyond the surface, diving into the deep, human side of life and biz: this is a space for raw, thought-provoking conversations that challenge conventional success narratives. Hosted by Aziza, Master of Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Holistic Business & Leadership Consultant, and Coach...the show unpacks the why behind our actions, the in-between moments that shape us, and the unfiltered realities of personal and professional growth. Whether exploring self-discovery, leadership, or navigating transitions, this podcast invites heart-led humans and entrepreneurs alike to step into ...