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I 2014 forsvandt et passagerfly fra Malaysia Airlines med 239 mennesker ombord sporløst fra radaren. Et mysterie som stadigvæk ikke er blevet løst. Men hvad kan der være sket med flyet? Katastrofehistoriker Rasmus Dahlberg fortæller om de dramatiske dage i kølvandet på flyets forsvinden og om nogle af de både mere realistiske og konspiratoriske bud på hvad der skete.Fly der på mystisk vis forsvinder, ubåde der synker, eksplosioner ud af ingenting. I denne serie gennemgår vi nogle af de katastrofer, hvor man ikke præcist ved, hvad der skete i det afgørende, fatale øjeblik hvor katastrofen indtraf. De fascinerende og skræmmende historier foldes ud af landets førende katastrofeekspert Rasmus Dahlberg sammen med journalist Kristoffer Lind.Vært og tilrettelægger: Kristoffer LindMedvirkende: Rasmus Dahlberg, katastrofeekspertRedaktør: Mette Hovmand-StillingFoto: Getty ImagesCover: Mattias BregnballeProduceret af Wingman for Talk Town, Story House EgmontKristoffer Lind er journalist, forfatter, radiovært og tilrettelægger. Sammen med forfatter og katastrofeekspert Rasmus Dahlberg står han bag podcasten "Katastrofe".

Hvad skete der med det malaysiske fly, der forsvandt i 2014? I dette afsnit ser vi nærmere på kaptajnen, som mange har spekuleret i, styrtede flyet ned med vilje.Fly der på mystisk vis forsvinder, ubåde der synker, eksplosioner ud af ingenting. I denne serie gennemgår vi nogle af de katastrofer, hvor man ikke præcist ved, hvad der skete i det afgørende, fatale øjeblik hvor katastrofen indtraf. De fascinerende og skræmmende historier foldes ud af landets førende katastrofeekspert Rasmus Dahlberg sammen med journalist Kristoffer Lind.Vært og tilrettelægger: Kristoffer LindMedvirkende: Rasmus Dahlberg, katastrofeekspertRedaktør: Mette Hovmand-StillingFoto: Getty ImagesCover: Mattias BregnballeProduceret af Wingman for Talk Town, Story House EgmontKristoffer Lind er journalist, forfatter, radiovært og tilrettelægger. Sammen med forfatter og katastrofeekspert Rasmus Dahlberg står han bag podcasten "Katastrofe".

Året er 1975 og en russisk flådeofficer har kurs direkte mod internationalt farvand i et kapret skib. Men hvorfor leder han et mytteri? Og hvorfor har ingen hørt om hændelsen før?Denne gang taler Katrine og Marie om den hændelse, der inspirerede til filmklassikeren Jagten på Røde Oktober.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Denne gang undersøger Katrine og Marie Artemisia 2. og hendes triumfer. Dronningen af Halikarnassos lægger navn til en plante, lavede et mesterligt snigangreb på oprørske Rhodos, sørgede helt afsindigt over sin mand - og byggede ét af verdens syv vidundere: Mausoleet i Halikarnassos.Katrine fastslår derudover hvilken lyd et oprør laver, og Marie bliver forvirret over Game of Thrones. Igen.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Denne gang taler Katrine og Marie om Det Magnetiske Bjerg, Magnitogorsk. Byen og stålværket skulle definere Ruslands styrke og fremgang, men var i høj grad præget af forfærdelige forhold for arbejderne og dårlig planlægning fra ledelsen. Vi opdager også, hvor længe Katrine kan tale om Stalin-tiden, hvis folk ikke stopper hende i tide ...Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

For første gang nogensinde prøver Historiepodcasten at være aktuelle! Den 9. november 2019 var det 30 år siden, at Berlinmuren faldt. Det var resultatet af dårlig kommunikation, bureaukrati og generel østtysk uduelighed. I denne uge dykker vi ned i historien om Berlinmuren - optakten, opførelsen og ikke mindst faldet. Derudover kommer Marie med anekdoter fra en familieferie i Harzen, og vi hylder frihedsbarnet Katrine.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Hvad skete der i antikkens Rom om natten? I denne uge tager Katrine og Marie på en legendarisk bytur, der byder på fortyndet vin, knoglespil, bælgravende mørke, ildebrand, kistesnedkere og gravludere.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Engang for længe siden byggede man et fantastisk bibliotek i Alexandria. Det var centrum for forskning og videnskab og opbevaringssted for værdifulde skrifter. Men pludselig var det væk. Kilderne er tavse. Så hvad skete der? Hvad er myte? Hvad er virkelighed? I denne uge dykker vi ned i historien om det legendariske bibliotek i Alexandria.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Historien om, hvordan en brutal mafiaorganisation blev skabt. Sammen med forfatter og journalist Leif Davidsen tager vi dig tilbage til tiden under Stalin og fortæller om de umenneskelige Gulag-lejre og om en helt særlig machokultur med tatoveringer som et helt særligt kendetegn. Gæst: Leif Davidsen.I denne serie får du historien om verdens største mafiaorganisationer. Det er barske og samtidig dybt fascinerende fortællinger fra underverdenen. Historier om mord, våben, prostitution og narkotikahandel, men også om unikke traditioner og æresbegreber. For selvom mafiaerne rundt omkring i verden har mange fællestræk, så er hver klan også helt sin egen.Credits:Vært og tilrettelægger: Kristoffer LindGæster: Leif Davidsen, Asger Røjle Christensen, Jørgen Delman og Keld BroksøRedaktør: Mette Hovmand-StillingCover: Alek ModinMusik: Anna Svensmark MøllerKristoffer Lind er journalist, forfatter, radiovært og tilrettelægger. Sammen med forskellige gæster dykker han i podcasten "Mafia" ned i historierne om underverdenens organiserede kriminalitet.

I aztekernes verden fik menneskeblod solens hjul til at løbe rundt. Det krævede menneskeofringer. Mange menneskeofringer. I denne uge taler vi om aztekernes drabelige og blodige ceremonier, som kan få selv den vildeste splatterfilm til at ligne Bamses Billedbog.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Denne gang taler Katrine og Marie om dengang, Krustjov forelskede sig så meget i drømmen om russisk majsproduktion, at han besøgte en amerikansk bonde for at lære alle majsdyrkningens hemmeligheder. Katrine taler om det ældgamle dilemma "størrelsen vs. gørelsen", og Marie fortæller en autentisk russisk joke om majs.Velkommen til en historiepodcast om historie og arkæologi. Lyt med, når vi tager et nyt emne under kærlig behandling. Værterne er kultur- og socialhistorikeren Katrine og arkæologen Marie, der tilsammen danner en dynamisk fortællerduo, som elsker at have det sjovt med historien.Cover illustration: Arthur Balitskii/ShutterstockMarie Brinch er uddannet cand.mag. i forhistorisk arkæologi fra Københavns Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Nationalmuseet og Museum Lolland-Falster.Katrine Stegmann er uddannet cand.mag. i kultur- og socialhistorie samt skuespil- og manuskriptforfatter fra Syddansk Universitet og har arbejdet for blandt andet Odense Bunkermuseum og Glud Museum i Østjylland.Sammen har de skabt Katrine og Maries Historiepodcast.

Great philosophy doesn't have to be boring. The deepest minds can also be the wittiest, and these100 quotes shine a revealing light on the humor of the best philosophers known to man.We have selected for you the most interesting quotes about philosophy, having its own greatest figures reveal its humorous side - from Nietzsche and Socrates to Beethoven and Albert Camus.

Dive into the timeless wisdom and insight with 100 captivating quotes by the legendary philosopher Aristotle.From ethics and politics to science and metaphysics, Aristotle's profound teachings span the breadth of human knowledge and offer timeless guidance for a meaningful life.These carefully selected quotes are a testament to the enduring relevance of Aristotle's philosophy, reminding us to always question and contemplate.Aristotle (384 – 322 B.C.E) is one of the most well-known Ancient Greek philosophers, impacting the development of Western philosophical thought.

En haute mer avec un voleur de génie : qui capturera Arsène Lupin ?Naviguant paisiblement sur l'Atlantique, le superbe bateau de croisière « La Provence » transporte ses riches passagers entre Paris et New-York, dans un voyage qui promet luxe et détente. Jusqu’à ce qu'un télégramme incomplet vienne perturber cette tranquillité : « Arsène Lupin à votre bord, première classe »L'inquiétude à bord du navire est à son comble. Le célèbre gentleman cambrioleur serait-il vraiment sur La Provence ? Alors que la tension monte parmi les passagers fortunés, craignant pour leurs trésors précieux, tous les yeux sont tournés vers un homme en particulier : l'inspecteur Ganimard. Réussira-t-il enfin à capturer son adversaire jusque-là insaisissable ?Mais on ne peut jamais sous-estimer Arsène Lupin. Surtout quand il a l’avantage du terrain. Entre cocktails mondains et manœuvres clandestines sous le clair de lune atlantique, embarquez dans cette incroyable chasse au trésor.Maurice Leblanc (1864-1941) est l’auteur de nombreux romans policiers, mais il est surtout le père du fameux Arsène Lupin. Né d’une famille de négociant, il fuit en Écosse durant la guerre franco-allemande, puis revient étudier à Rouen. Il fréquente Gustave Flaubert et Guy de Maupassant. C’est lorsqu’il publie en 1905 « L'Arrestation d’Arsène Lupin », sur le modèle de Sherlock Holmes, qu’il connaît un succès retentissant. Il continue sur sa lancée avec « Arsène Lupin contre Herlock Sholmès » qui provoque la colère de Conan Doyle. Il renforce son personnage Arsène Lupin au fil de sa carrière, et aujourd’hui encore, on ne cesse d’apprécier ce gentleman-cambrioleur en livre, en film ou en série.

‘100 Quotes by Seneca the Younger’ is a collection of reflections from one of the most forward-thinking philosophers of his time. A confirmed follower of Stoicism, many of his thoughts focus on the value of perception, understanding, and self-knowledge. A superb read, packed with quotable lines that are timeless in their insights and proposals. If you enjoyed Ryan Holiday's 'The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph', this collection will give you some excellent insights into the ancient Greek school of philosophy that inspired the bestselling cult classic.Born in Spain, Seneca the Younger (4BC – 65AD) was raised and educated in Rome. The middle child of a Roman aristocrat, he was schooled in the typical subjects, including literature, rhetoric, and philosophy. A sickly child, who suffered from breathing difficulties, Seneca was set to live with his aunt in Egypt, to recuperate.On his return, he became part of the Roman Senate and was praised for his oratorical skills. However, the emperor, Caligula, took umbrage at this and Seneca narrowly avoided execution. He had his second brush with capital punishment under the emperor, Claudius, who accused him of having an affair with his wife. Instead, he was exiled to Corsica for eight years.During his lifetime, Seneca wrote countless philosophical papers and 10 plays, including ‘The Madness of Hercules,’ and ‘Medea,’ many of which are still performed today.

‘100 Quotes by Leo Tolstoy’ is a collection of thoughts, reflections, and musings from the mind of one of Russia’s greatest writers. Covering a wide range of subjects, such as society, war, love, and life, these quotes vary between the pithy and the witty to the thoughtful and maudlin. An ideal book for those who want to dip in and out of the mind of one of the world’s most famous literary figures.A colossus of Russian literature, Leo Tolstoy (1828 – 1910) was born into aristocracy. However, after losing both his parents by the age of four and his grandmother and aunt a year later, Tolstoy and his siblings were sent to Kazan to live with another aunt, where he was home-schooled.After leaving university without a degree, Tolstoy lived a dissolute life of drinking, gambling, and womanising. Despite this, he maintained a love for literature and his first outing, ‘Childhood,’ was published in ‘The Contemporary’ magazine.The works that have defined his career are ‘War and Peace,’ and ‘Anna Karenina,’ both of which have been hailed as the zenith of realist literature. He was nominated three times for the Nobel Prize for Literature but never won. Many of his works have been adapted for the silver screen, including ‘Anna Karenina,’ starring Helen McCrory.

‘100 Quotes by Heraclitus of Ephesus’ is a superb read for those with an interest in philosophy or the human condition.Insightful, esoteric, and incisive, 21st-century readers will be taken with the relevance of observations made more than 2,500 years ago.Whether you’re looking for philosophical inspiration or to further your self-development, this is a superb book for dipping in and out of.While Heraclitus of Ephesus (535BC – 475BC) might be one of the more enigmatic figures in Greek philosophy, his impact is no less profound. From what we know, he was one of the pioneers of the idea of an ‘ordered universe,’ but was equally preoccupied with the concept of equality between all people.However, it was his focus on the balance between the elements that was to be his critical undoing. Heraclitus’ belief that each element has its place in the order of things may have made him unpopular with the cognoscenti, but it also paved the way for those following in his philosophical footsteps, such as Socrates and Plato.

An oriental philosophical tale, ´Zadig´ traces the adventures of the titular character, a man renowned for his 'just and moderate mind' and 'sincere and noble heart'. But his gifts give rise to jealousies in others that expose him to the vagaries of fate...Appointed prime minister, then disgraced and driven out of Babylon, Zadig, like all the heroes of fairy tales, is drawn into an initiatory journey that will take him from the banks of the Euphrates to Egypt; reduced to slavery, then freed by his master, he will cross Arabia and Syria. Faced with a thousand obstacles that put his reason and his optimism to the test, Zadig discovers that it is not easy to be happy.With this book, Voltaire, faithful to his theological concerns, poses the problem of evil and Providence, as he traces the life of this character who will come to say: 'that there is no evil from which good is not born.'´Zadig´ is perfect for fans of Voltaire's ´Candide´.Voltaire (1694-1778) is a renowned writer and philosopher. A universal spirit who marked the century of the "Enlightenment" and a fierce defender of individual freedom and tolerance, Voltaire was very successful with the liberal bourgeoisie.He left behind a great legacy. Due to censorship, most of his writings were banned. They were published anonymously, printed abroad and smuggled into France.

´100 Quotes by Aeschylus´ unveils the musings of the originator of tragedy.With topics such as religion, life, love, and death taken to task, Aeschylus offers the 21st-century reader an insight into the thoughts and feelings of the Ancient Greeks. However, what is surprising is just how resonant many of those ideas are today.An outstanding book for those seeking bite-sized nuggets of timeless wisdom.Thought to have been born in Eleusis, Aeschylus (524BC – 456BC) is the subject of both myth and legend. According to the story, at the age of 26, he was working in a vineyard. During that time, he was visited by the Greek god Dionysus, who pointed him towards the theatrical art of tragedy.In addition to working as a playwright, he served in the Greek army, particularly in the wars against Persia, which heavily influenced his earliest works. When inducted into a secret cult surrounding the goddess, Demeter, Aeschylus revealed many of the sect’s mysteries in his scripts. As a result, he was accused of religious mockery, although acquitted at his trial.While he has set the template for tragedians to follow, many of his works have been adapted for film and TV. Perhaps the most notable is ‘Oresteia,’ starring Diana Rigg and Anton Lesser.

While wisdom is something to be accrued through experience and knowledge, ‘500 Quotes to Learn Wisdom from Classical Greek Philosophers’ offers a shortcut.Dipping into the minds of some of the most revered thinkers of Ancient Greece, this book is packed with insights, reflections, and observations sure to inspire and stimulate thought.A superb gift for anyone with an inquiring mind.Considered one of the founders of Western and Greek philosophy, Plato (243 BC – 347 BC) was born in Athens. Many of his works are still studied to this day. Born in Stagira, Aristotle (384 BC – 322 BC) had a different take on philosophy. The founder of the peripatetic school, his doctrines are based on asking ‘why?’, before drawing conclusions.A former slave, Epictetus (50 AD – C 135) went on to promote philosophy as a way of life, rather than a set of beliefs. Credited as one of the fathers of Western philosophy, Socrates (470 BC – 399 BC) brought morality and ethics into the philosophical spotlight. Heraclitus (535 BC – 475 BC) was one of the pioneers of logic and drew from a variety of philosophical ideas.

‘400 Quotations from Ancient Roman Philosophers’ is a collection of quotes from Ancient Rome’s greatest philosophers, whose unparalleled wit and wisdom still resonate today.This carefully crafted compilation includes the great minds of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Cicero, and Seneca the Younger, and is guaranteed to educate and entertain.‘400 Quotations from Ancient Roman Philosophers’ is ideal for those needing a bit of extra philosophical guidance.Marcus Aurelius (121–180) was a Roman emperor and philosopher. He was the last emperor of the Pax Romana. Epictetus (50-135 AD) was a Greek philosopher who was renowned for his teachings about determinism and moral responsibility.Cicero (106-43 BC) was a Roman statesman, scholar and philosopher and he is considered one of Rome's greatest orators. Seneca the Younger (4 BC–65 AD) was a Roman philosopher, statesman and dramatist. As a writer, he is best known for plays such as ‘Medea’, ‘Thyestes’, and ‘Phaedra’.

‘300 Quotations from the Stoic Philosophers’ is a collection of insightful, educational, and inspiring quotes from some of the greatest ever Stoic philosophers, such as Epictetus, Seneca the Younger, and Marcus Aurelius.Founded in Athens in the 3rd century BC, Stoicism is a school of philosophy which centres around the belief that the practice of virtue is both necessary and sufficient to achieve happiness.Stoicism remains an important and influential school of thought, thus making this collection highly relevant for people who need some extra philosophical guidance.Marcus Aurelius (121–180) was a Roman philosopher and the last emperor of the Pax Romana, the golden age of Roman peace and imperialism.Epictetus (50-135 AD), was an Ancient Greek philosopher born into slavery.Seneca the Younger (4 BC – 65 AD) was a Roman philosopher, statesman, and dramatist. As a writer, he is best known for plays such as ‘Medea’, ‘Thyestes’, and ‘Phaedra’.

‘300 Quotes from Idealistic Philosophers’ is an incredible collection of quotes from the world's finest Idealistic Philosophers, including German philosophers Immanuel Kant and Arthur Schopenhauer and Ancient Greek philosopher Plato.Idealistic philosophy or idealism identifies and describes metaphysical perspectives and argues that reality is identical to human understanding and perception, rejecting the notion of material existence.This compilation features some of their most notable and most famous quotes and is ideal for those interested in idealism.Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804) was a German philosopher and one of the most influential figures in modern Western philosophy. He famously wrote the ‘Critique of Pure Reason’.Arthur Schopenhauer (1788 –1860) was a German philosopher best known for his work ‘The World as Will and Representation’ which built on the transcendental idealism of Immanuel Kant.Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the Platonist school of thought. He is considered a key figure in the history of Ancient Greek and Western philosophy. Plato is also considered the founder of Western political philosophy.

Lloyd C. Douglas’ historiske roman "Mens jeg så ham dø" fortæller om Jesu korsfæstelse fra en usædvanlig synsvinkel. Den følger Marcellus, som er med til at arrangere selve korsfæstelsen, selvom han selv ser Jesus som uskyldig. Vi følger hans indre kamp, mens han modvilligt arbejder for at udføre den korsfæstelse, som han inderst inde ønsker at forhindre."Mens jeg så ham dø" er oprindeligt udgivet i 1942 og lå nummer ét på bestsellerlisten i USA i næsten et år. Oversættelse er fra 1944.Lloyd Cassel Douglas (1877-1951) var en amerikansk præst og forfatter, der opnåede stor popularitet i sin samtid. Han debuterede som forfatter i den modne alder af 50 år, men nåede at udgive et væld af romaner, som blev oversat til flere sprog, inden han døde som 73-årig.

”Den store fisker” fortæller den rørende historie om fiskeren Peter og hans plejebarn, Fara, hvis liv ændres uigenkaldeligt, da de møder Jesus og hører hans prædiken. Men i modsætning til Peter, som ender som en af Jesu disciple, har Fara svært ved at efterleve Jesu lære om tilgivelse og fred. Da hun finder ud af, at hun er barn af Herodes, som stødte hende og hendes mor fra sig for at gifte sig med Herodias, bliver hun besat af tanken om at slå ham ihjel, selvom det går imod alt det, Jesus har lært hende og hendes plejefar."Den store fisker" udkom første gang på engelsk i 1954. Oversættelse er fra 1959.Lloyd Cassel Douglas (1877-1951) var en amerikansk præst og forfatter, der opnåede stor popularitet i sin samtid. Han debuterede som forfatter i den modne alder af 50 år, men nåede at udgive et væld af romaner, som blev oversat til flere sprog, inden han døde som 73-årig.

‘The Battle and the Breeze’ is a historical adventure story from the much-loved children’s author R.M. Ballantyne. Bill Bowls is a member of the British Navy, along with friends Ben Bolter and Tom Riggles. Together the trio find themselves caught up in all kinds of incidents whilst serving with the Navy, and even find themselves involved in the infamous Battle of the Nile, in which the British forces under Admiral Nelson engaged in a terrifying battle with the French. A fascinating and gripping tale from the prolific Scottish author.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

Monsters created in laboratories, love triangles, pirate attacks, shipwrecks and damsels in distress. Arthur Maxon has way too much to deal with, but ultimately he bought it all on himself!'The Monster Men' is a science-fiction novel by Edgar Rice Burroughs that depicts a scientist (Maxon) who wants to create artificial life. Set in the South Pacific, the story very much resembles H. G. Wells’ 'The Island of Dr. Moreau' and even Shelley’s 'Frankenstein'.Burroughs explores the social theme of racial bettering, also known as eugenics, and the moral theme of having a soul. A work of vast imagination, fast-paced narration, and suspense-packed episodes, 'The Monster Men' is a gem in Burroughs’ fictional pantheon, recommended to fans of sci-fi and adventure fiction.Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950) was an American author, best known for his novel ‘Tarzan of the Apes’ (1914) and its sequels as well as the Barsoom series. During World War II, he was one of the oldest U.S war correspondents.Tarzan and his adventures are loved by both young and old, and are evergreen classics. Many have watched at least one Tarzan tv series or movie with the most popular probably being the Disney animation film from 1999 and 'The Legend of Tarzan' from 2016 starring Alexander Skarsgård and Samuel L. Jackson.

Charismatic explorer Will Osten is back in 'Lost in the Forest', the adventure series following his exploits by author R.M. Ballantyne. Will finds himself at sea again with his friend Captain Dall, but it’s far from smooth sailing for the pair. The crew mutinies against the Captain, and he and Will find themselves in a sticky situation from which they must escape. A thrilling adventure from the much-loved children’s author R.M. Ballantyne.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

Suddenly fatherless, young Bob Ledbury must find work so he can support himself and his mother. Struggling to find employment, Bob’s life changes forever when he meets old Tom Lokins, who recognises the desperate situation and invites Bob to join his whaling ship. There is plenty of fun in-store for the pair on the high-seas, as we follow them on their nautical adventures. A swashbuckling story from the popular children’s author R.M. Ballantyne.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.

First published in 1857, ‘The Coral Island’ is one of Scottish author R.M. Ballantyne’s best-loved children’s books. When the good ship ‘Arrow’ is wrecked in the Pacific Ocean, the sole survivors are three young friends: Jack, Ralph, and Peterkin. Washed up on the shore of an unfamiliar island paradise, the boys must learn quickly in order to survive. There are plenty of twists and turns ahead in this classic adventure story, which is packed full of danger and excitement. An instant success upon publication, ‘The Coral Island’ was the inspiration behind famous author Robert Louis Stevenson’s later adventure tale ‘Treasure Island’.R.M. Ballantyne (1825-1894) was a Scottish artist and prolific author of mostly children’s fiction. Born in Edinburgh, Ballantyne was the ninth of ten children. At the age of 16 Ballantyne moved to Canada, where he worked for the Hudson’s Bay Company, travelling all over the country to trade for fur. He returned to Scotland in 1847 following the death of his father, and it was then that he began his literary career in earnest, writing over 100 children’s adventure books over the course of his life. Stories such as ‘The Coral Island’ and ‘The Young Fur Traders’ were hugely popular, and many of them drew on his own experiences of travelling throughout Canada. A stickler for detail, Ballantyne continued to travel widely to research the backgrounds and settings for his exciting stories. His tales became an inspiration for authors of the future, including ‘Treasure Island’ novelist Robert Louis Stevenson. Ballantyne spent the latter period of his life living in London and Italy for the sake of his health. He died in Rome in 1894 at the age of 68.