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World-Historical Lives: Winston Churchill and Hannah Senesh
Today I’ve read to the end of two books, both about lives honed on the cutting edge of history. So what is “history” and what does it mean to live on its edge? Let’s stipulate that history is the tale … Continue reading →
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