Eastern Europe

Rare eyewitness account of early, chaotic days of WWII - Nazi invasion of Poland, Siege of Warsaw, and first months of Occupation - written by a young working mother. Rulka Langer's eye for detail and lively storytelling bring to life, from her unique vantage point, the opening chapter of the struggle between good and evil which ultimately engulfed the entire globe.

Few diseases are more gruesome than typhus. Transmitted by body lice, it afflicts the dispossessed - refugees, soldiers, and ghettoized peoples - causing hallucinations, terrible headaches, boiling fever, and often death. The disease plagued the German army on the Eastern Front and left the Reich desperate for a vaccine. For this they turned to the brilliant and eccentric Polish zoologist Rudolf Weigl.

In 1949, a newly minted branch of the CIA (the precursor of today’s National Clandestine Service), flush with money and burning with determination to roll back the Iron Curtain, embarked on the first paramilitary operation in the history of the agency. They hatched an elaborate plan, coordinated with the British Secret Intelligence Service, to foment popular rebellion and detach Albania, the weakest of the Soviet satellites in Europe, from Moscow’s orbit. The operation resulted in dismal failure and was shut down by 1954.

Der Großvater erzählt dem Enkel vom Krieg - so wie er ihn erlebt hat - ohne Umschweife und verklärten Pathos. Die Fehler der Herrschenden werden stets von den einfachen Leuten mit Blut bezahlt. Das war schon zu allen Zeiten so. Nicht anders erging es einem steirischen Bergbauernsohn, der, in der Blüte seiner Jugend stehend, in den Fleischwolf der Ostfront geschmissen wurde. Das in einer Phase, wo der Krieg für das Dritte Reich so gut wie verloren war. Im Greisenalter erinnert sich der Bergbauernsohn an jene dunklen Stunden zurück, die ihn Zeit seines Lebens verfolgt haben.

Polen-Tour mit dem Fahrrad ist ein Reisebericht im Rahmen des Outdoor-Medien-Projekts CAMPWILD NORTH. In diesem Hörbuch begleiteten wir Reiseradler Eik und sein Fahrrad Popel auf ihrem achttägigen Trip, mit Start in Kiel und dem Ziel Danzig. Allerdings läuft es mal wieder ganz anders als geplant.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Santorini. Greater Than a Tourist- Santorini, Cyclades, Greece by Author Vivi Gialou offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit Santorini island. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Greater Than a Tourist–Serbia–250 Travel Tips from local gives you the inside scoop on Serbia. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

This Travel Guide is your comprehensive companion to exploring the diverse and enchanting landscapes of this European gem. From the medieval charm of cities like Krakow and Warsaw to the breathtaking beauty of the Tatra Mountains, this guide navigates you through the rich tapestry of Poland's history, culture, and natural wonders. Discover the architectural wonders of well-preserved Old Towns, delve into the poignant history of sites like Auschwitz, and savor the flavors of Polish cuisine.

Do you have an irresistible urge to explore new places? Have you dreamed of embarking on an unforgettable odyssey? Now let your dreams become reality! A Trip to Greece is your passport to discovering the heart and soul of this remarkable Mediterranean nation, from its historic mainland to the captivating islands that dot its azure seas. Unearth the ancient mysteries and historical treasures that await you in Athens, the cradle of democracy. Traverse the olive-clad hills of Peloponnese, where myth and history become one.

Embark on a captivating journey through Russia's past with Russian History: 1700-1906, the second book in our engaging From Rus to Russia series. This book takes you through an era of transformation, where mighty empires grew and revolutionary ideas took root.

Sulla linea ferroviaria più lunga del mondo, che da Mosca arriva al Mar del Giappone, un gruppo di scrittori e giornalisti italiani attraversa la Russia asiatica. In occasione della Fiera del libro di Mosca, la delegazione viene accompagnata attraverso i profondi cambiamenti della Russia, dal centro alle periferie dell'impero, cinque fusi orari e seimila chilometri da Mosca.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Thessaloniki Greece. Greater Than a Tourist—Thessaloniki Greece by Evgenia Mouladoudi offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit one of the most beautiful cities of Greece, Thessaloniki. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Dive into the heart-wrenching world of Voices of New Belarus, a searing documentary drama by renowned Belarusian playwright-in-exile Andrei Kureichik. This powerful work captures the harrowing events of the 2020 Belarusian revolution through the deeply personal accounts of 16 political prisoners. Each monologue reveals a distinct story, a unique truth, and together they create an unflinching mosaic of resistance, sacrifice, and hope.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Gaziantep. Greater Than a Tourist- Gaziantep, Turkey by Author Ayşe Halimoğlu offers the inside scoop on the culinary capital of Turkey. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local – Arizona by Sara Maya. Sara Maya offers the inside scoop on food and travel in Arizona. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist.

Greater Than a Tourist—Bitola, Macedonia by Aleksandar Tashkovski offers the inside scoop on Bitola. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. In this book, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay.

Eat Like a Local: Dublin, by Tim Wehr, offers the inside scoop on all the best grub in the nations capital. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

L'ouverture des archives du Goulag Depuis l'ouverture au début des années 1990 des archives de l'ex-URSS, une immense source d'informations minutieuses, due notamment aux quelque 100.000 fonctionnaires de l'administration du goulag, a été offerte aux historiens pour comprendre le système concentrationnaire soviétique.Un univers complexe Cette révolution documentaire a permis de dévoiler un univers complexe, à plusieurs cercles, par lequel, le temps d'une génération (1930-1950), vingt millions d'individus sont passés (un homme adulte sur cinq).

This audiobook will give you a quick look into the culture, economy, geography, and history of Armenia. You'll learn about the country’s most influential rulers and important occupations, from Iran, Ottoman Empire, and the Byzantine Empire. You'll get an understanding of the country’s history from ancient times to the present day.