Historische & politische Biographien

Wann hat Korczak was geschrieben? - Schaffen und Denken Korczaks im Kontext seiner LebensgeschichteWann hat Korczak was geschrieben? In diesem »Kalendarium« werden die zahlreichen Schriften Janusz Korczaks in seine Biographie eingeordnet. Dieses die Werkausgabe abschließende Buch bietet eine Chronologie des Schaffens Korczaks und macht zugleich die Genese und Entwicklung seines Denkens im Kontext seiner Lebensgeschichte deutlich.

Korczaks "Sämtlichen Werke" dokumentieren erstmals lückenlos eine Pädagogik der Menschenrechte.Erlebnisse und Impressionen aus den Jahren 1904, 1907 und 1908, als Korczak Warschauer Kinder bei Ferienaufenthalten auf dem Lande betreute.Diese Sommerkolonien haben ihn zum Schreiben seiner ersten Kinderbücher inspiriert.Ausstattung: Mit Abb., Fotos u. Faksimiles

Diese illustrierte Geschichte erzählt, wie die jüdische Arbeiterorganisation "Der Bund" Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts als organisierte Form des Widerstands jüdischer Menschen im zaristischen Russland mit den dazugehörigen Ländern Polen, Litauen, Weißrussland und Ukraine gegründet wurde, um der im Zuge der Industrialisierung aufkommenden neuen Form der Ausbeutung entgegenzutreten. Mit der zunehmenden Spaltung entlang der Sprachgrenzen von Jiddisch und Hebräisch ging auch eine politische Spaltung der jüdischen Bevölkerung einher, in diejenigen, die eine Heimat im fernen Land ihrer Vorfahren suchten, jene, die auswanderten und sich an die »neue Welt« anpassten, und viele andere, die gegen die mörderischen Regime Deutschlands und Russlands kämpften.Dieses anschauliche Buch über eine nur wenigen bekannte Geschichte stellt charismatische Widerstandsfiguren wie Pati Kremer und Bernard Goldstein vor, die trotz aller Widrigkeiten an säkularen und fortschrittlichen Ideen festhielten. Der erste Sachcomic über die Geschichte des jüdischen Arbeiterwiderstands zeigt eine radikale jüdische Tradition auf, deren Bedeutung für die heutige linke jüdische Kämpfe nicht zu unterschätzen ist.

Unter Verwendung autobiografischer Texte zeichnet die Graphic Novel das Leben des kurdischen Freiheitskämpfers Abdullah Öcalan von seinen Kindheits- und Jugendtagen über seine Politisierung als Student und die Gründung der PKK bis zu den Gefängnisjahren auf der Insel Imrali nach. Der in Kurdistan hochgeachtete Öcalan, der von seinen Anhänger*innen liebevoll >Apo< genannt wird, führte den kurdischen Freiheitskampf aktiv als Vorsitzender der PKK von deren Gründung 1978 bis zu seiner von der NATO orchestrierten Verschleppung und Inhaftierung im Jahr 1999 an. Seit 25 Jahren befindet er sich auf der Gefängnisinsel Imrali in Isolationshaft, wo er zahlreiche Bücher geschrieben hat, die weltweit Beachtung fanden.In der vorliegenden illustrierten Biografie, die anlässlich seines 75. Geburtstags erscheint, erfahren wir in Öcalans Worten, wie seine Kindheit im kurdischen Südosten der Türkei verlief und wie er Ende der 1960er-Jahre politisiert wurde. Anhand seiner Lebensgeschichte erfahren die Leser*innen von der brutalen Unterdrückung, die das kurdische Volk erlitten hat.Das Buch geht auch auf die von Öcalan entwickelten, für den heutigen Kampf wesentlichen Theorien ein, wie das Primat der Frauenbefreiung und das Konzept des demokratischen Konföderalismus, und gibt schließlich einen Einblick in das beeindruckende radikaldemokratische Gesellschaftsprojekt in Rojava.

Alles begann bei einem Gespräch in der Küche. Gerade war Didier Eribons Rückkehr nach Reims erschienen, das wir zu lesen versuchten, es aber immer wieder weglegen mussten. Zu nah waren die Erfahrungen an den eigenen Klassenwechseln, und doch fehlte da etwas. Je mehr wir unsere eigene Klassengeschichte befragten, desto mehr Freund:innen fielen uns ein, bei denen es ähnlich war. Wir entwickelten einen Fragebogen und fingen an, Interviews zu führen. Viele der Befragten erzählen von Migrationsgeschichten, sind queer und fast alle sind oder waren im Kunst- und Kulturbereich tätig. Alle sind oder waren einmal Töchter. In diesen Gesprächen werden Klasse mit Geschlecht, queerness, Arbeit, Migration, Widerstand und Sorge verschränkt. Das Buch behauptet eine andere Wirklichkeit, in der das Sprechen über Klasse nicht von Scham und Isolierung getragen wird, sondern Verbindungen schafft.

"Genuine and heartfelt."-San Diego Union-TribuneRonald Reagan's daughter writes with a moving openness about losing her father to Alzheimer's disease. The simplicity with which she reveals the intensity, the rush, the flow of her feelings encompasses all the surprises and complexities that ambush us when death gradually, unstoppably invades life.In this moving and illuminating portrait of a woman and her father, Patti Davis describes saying goodbye in stages, helpless against the onslaught of a disease that steals what is most precious-a person's memory. "Alzheimer's," she writes, "snips away at the threads, a slow unraveling, a steady retreat; as a witness all you can do is watch, cry, and whisper a soft stream of goodbyes."She writes of needing to be reunited at forty-two with her mother, of regaining what they had spent decades demolishing. A truce was necessary to bring together a splintered family, a few weeks before her father released his letter telling the country and the world of his illness. She delves into her memories to touch her father again, to hear his voice, to keep alive the years she had with him.

The Extraordinary Life of a Revolutionary Journalist

Eddie Rickenbacker, first published in 1946, is the biography of American World War I flying ace Eddie Rickenbacker (1890-1973). The book portrays Eddie's life through World War II, providing details of his childhood, his career as a race-car driver and owner of the Indianapolis Speedway, his experiences in France as a highly decorated flier, his efforts to create a car company, and finally, his harrowing crash landing in the Pacific in 1942 followed by 24 days adrift at sea. Included are 10 pages of illustrations. Rickenbacker would go on, following the Second World War, to become the long-time head of Eastern Airlines.

A portrait of a brilliant journalist and tireless campaigner for justice

The story of Sands, who was elected a member of Parliament while imprisoned by the British government and died after a sixty-six day hunger strike; a background to the crisis of Northern Ireland.

Duel of Wits, first published in 1953 (and including the earlier published book Of Their Own Choice) is Peter Churchill's account of his experiences with the Special Operations Executive (S.O.E.) in France during World War II. The S.O.E., similar to the American O.S.S. (predecessor of the C.I.A.) was formed to conduct espionage and sabotage in occupied Europe, and to aid local resistance movements. The book describes Churchill's training in England and his four missions into occupied France, including two harrowing night-time parachute drops and two submarine landings. Notable too is the underlying love story with Odette Sansom, another Allied agent (code-named Lise), who along with Churchill were captured, imprisoned, and tortured for two years until the war's end. Churchill's narrative ends with their capture by the Germans; his prison experiences are related in The Spirit in the Cage, published in 1954.

Defeat in the West, first published in 1948, is a well-documented, comprehensive account of Germany's loss in World War Two, based on author Milton Shulman's interviews with top German generals, corroborated by his fact-checking research (Shulman was an officer on the Intelligence Staff of the Canadian Army). As stated in the Introduction, the book's objectives were to tell the story of the defeat of the German Wehrmacht (Armed Forces) in western Europe, to investigate the causes that brought about that defeat, and to show how soldiers, from commanders to foot-soldiers, reacted to the bitter experience of defeat. Defeat in the West, unlike many books in the genre, succeeds in making this important topic understandable and is a true pleasure to read. Included are 7 maps.

Deliver Us From Evil, first published in 1956, is Dr. Tom Dooley's moving account of his humanitarian work in the newly divided Vietnam aboard U.S. Navy refugee ships and in refugee camps in the turbulent years of 1954-55. The book focuses on American efforts to evacuate Vietnamese from Communist-controlled areas, and Dooley's work in camps, hospitals and orphanages with those needing medical care. Included are 32 pages of photographs. Dooley, born in 1927, passed away in 1961 from cancer at the age of 34. Deliver Us From Evil was the first of 3 books he wrote about his experiences in Vietnam and Laos. Thomas Dooley's too-short life remains an inspiration, and was cited as an example by President John F. Kennedy during the formation of the Peace Corps. Dooley's work with orphaned children continues today via the Dooley Foundation-Intermed International.

I wrote this book for my family. It is about Angela's Life from birth to the present. How Angela managed to survive it all and came out on top.

The book covers Jim's activities when he was 19 to 22 or 23 from Los Angeles to China where he flew with the flying Tigers then the Philippines where he worked on a local paper after crashing the one plane of his illegal airline then back to California.

Ice & Oil is indeed a biography of an unlikely titan. Meet Dan Murphy, the man who shaped Los Angeles as the 19th century turned into the 20th century Murphy and his endeavors parallel the history of California. But, because he's shunned renown his name is virtually unknown. Author Joseph Francis Ryan delves into the complex life of Dan Murphy, businessman-turned-tycoon: Mentored by Southern Pacific's Charles Crocker, he built the town of Needles the transfer point for a second transcontinental railroad. His ingenuity made it possible to transport citrus across the country. He honored Mojave culture in and the Native American's respect. He saved the day when Edward Doheny needed money for his oil company. His California Portland Cement Company provided cement for Los Angeles just as it was becoming a 20th century metropolis and for the construction of Boulder dam. "Another important piece of California history has emerged."

Conquer: The Story Of Ninth Army 1944-1945, first published in 1947, is a comprehensive history of the U.S. 9th Army from September 1944, to the end of the war in Europe and the unit's occupation of Germany. Detailed are the 9th Army's activities in Brest and Brittany, the November Offensive, and crossings of the Rhine, Ruhr and Elbe Rivers. Included are numerous photographs and maps, a chronology of events from May 22, 1944 to October 10, 1945, listings of key Headquarters personnel, officers and enlisted men, and unit statistics.

C. Blaine Hyatt spent hours in his father's repair shop as a boy, listening to others tell fascinating stories.Fascinated by their strategies for navigating challenges-and the times in which they lived-he set about writing this collection of stories to preserve their collective history.One lesson he hopes readers will take away is that the things of this world do not matter in the big picture. No one cares what kind of car you have or what position you held. None of the things of this world that we often place so much value on matter much, if at all.When all is said and done, there are really only two things that last: What we have become and the legacy we leave-as in the effect, either good or bad, we have had on others.As you read these stories, the author hopes you will be aware that the water in your life is still flowing under your bridge. Take the time to become who and what you want to be and consider what legacy you will leave with others.

The Coastwatchers, originally published in 1946, is the story of the brave men and women who served behind enemy lines as observers and reporters of enemy movements in the South Pacific during Wold War II. Their dedication in the face of numerous daunting challenges - betrayal by natives, capture by the Japanese, and isolation and loneliness - remains inspiring to this day. Their efforts were critical to the eventual Allied victory in the Pacific.The Coastwatchers was written immediately after the war by Eric Feldt, the first commander of the operation code-named Ferdinand. His intimate knowledge of the operation, and his familiarity with the islands and their people, provide a unique perspective on this important piece of military history. Included in this edition are the original maps, plus a new Introduction by Steve W. Chadde and several pages of photographs.

Jane Eyre is a classic Gothic novel by Charlotte Brontë, published in 1847 under the pseudonym Currer Bell. The novel tells the story of Jane Eyre, an orphaned girl who is raised by her cruel aunt and then sent to a harsh boarding school. After years of suffering, Jane takes a position as a governess at Thornfield Hall, the home of the brooding and mysterious Mr. Rochester. Jane and Mr. Rochester fall in love, but their happiness is short-lived when Jane discovers that Mr. Rochester is already married to a mentally ill woman who is hidden away in the attic. Torn between her love for Mr. Rochester and her moral principles, Jane flees Thornfield and begins a new life for herself. Jane Eyre is a powerful and moving story of love, loss, and redemption. It is considered one of the greatest novels of the 19th century and has been adapted into numerous films and television shows. Here are some of the things that make Jane Eyre so special:The compelling characters: Jane Eyre is a strong and independent heroine who is not afraid to stand up for herself. Mr. Rochester is a complex and fascinating figure who is both passionate and flawed.The gothic atmosphere: Thornfield Hall is a dark and mysterious place that is full of secrets. The novel is full of suspense and surprises.The timeless themes: Jane Eyre explores themes of love, loss, faith, and identity that are still relevant today. If you are looking for a classic novel that will stay with you long after you finish reading it, Jane Eyre is the perfect book for you.

Can Do!, first published in 1944, is a fascinating account of the formation and Second World War activities of the U.S. Navy 'Seabees' (from 'C.B.' - construction battalion). The book covers projects of the Seabees throughout the South Pacific, the Aleutian Islands, and in Italy, as well as numerous personal stories of the men as they faced enemy attacks, for example, while attempting to construct vital island runways. Their skill and competence in critical trades such as construction, engineering, pipe-laying, electricity, and plumbing, and their positive 'Can Do!' attitude in the face of danger and difficult conditions were critical in the Allied effort to win the war and remain an inspiration to younger generations. This unabridged reprint edition includes 70 pages of drawings and photographs of Seabee activities throughout the world.

"We Can Take It", first published in 1935, is an early history of the Civilian Conservation Corps (C.C.C.). The C.C.C., considered one of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's most successful New Deal programs, operated from 1933 to 1942 and provided natural resource-related work for young men, ages 18-25, during the Great Depression. In the program's nine years, 3 million young men participated in the C.C.C. In return for their work, the men received training in a variety of skills, living quarters, clothing, and food, and a small wage of $30 a month ($25 of which had to be sent home to their families). The accomplishments of the C.C.C. remain evident today in the nation's national forests, parks, roads and trails. Included are 10 pages of well-executed pen and ink illustrations.In "We Can Take It", author Ray Hoyt provides an on-the-scene look at the C.C.C. several years after its formation. He was with the men in camp, ate at their mess tables, and read thousands of letters describing their work, their play, their reactions to camp life and their officers, and their thoughts about their families at home and about their government. The book attempts to capture both the tangibles of the program - what the men achieved - as well as the "spirit" of the C.C.C. As the author states, "It is hoped that this short story of the C.C.C. will call general attention to a nation's great attempt to conserve the 'national resources' of the country; to the thousands of young men who are participating in this gigantic 'experiment' in natural and human conservation and rehabilitation; and to the new patriotism that has sprung from their contact with nature, government, and the need of a job."

Berlin Command, first published in 1950, is Brig. General Frank Howley's account of his four-year tenure in post-World War II Berlin with the U.S. Military Government. Filled with stories of Soviet complicity in undermining Allied efforts to rebuild the city, the book is throughout a testament to the ideals of freedom and democracy and the American determination to remain in Berlin, even though surrounded by a hostile opponent willing to lie, cheat, kidnap, rape, and steal to achieve its ends. Howley oversaw Allied efforts to counter the Soviets, and was instrumental in organizing massive airlifts of food, heating fuel, and other supplies that meant survival for the hungry, cold Berliners. General Howley was an unsung hero of the early Cold War period, and Berlin Command is a fascinating account of this historic period when Europe's fate was still being decided.