Cleopatra

He tells of the shame, misery and pain which alcohol brought on him, and will bring to anyone whosoever be tempted by the pleasant feeling it produces at the time of drinking. It doesn't bring one home to shelter but drives them away. It leads one to forget the evil it brings and tempts one to pursue more for the pleasant feeling it produces. This "pleasant feeling" produces many murderers in our land. It doesn't push the sufferer to ask for help but to lie about the drinking. Once Satan has a foothold he wants an even tighter grasp. He exhorts - you boys, to learn this lesson, "If you do not take the first drink, you will not be tempted to take the second." And if you take the first drink do not take the second or the monster will have done its work and will surely lead you to a third and a fourth and to associate with the inmates of taverns until you are committed to prison, executed in the gallows, a cripple (like Doner) or to a drunkard's grave. Filth, drunkenness, crime and blasphemy, Doner writes, are the rewards for stepping in this Snare of the Devil. - Summary by Curt Walton

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I met the ex-pickpocket and burglar whose autobiography follows soon after his release from a third term in the penitentiary. For several weeks I was not particularly interested in him. He was full of a desire to publish in the newspapers an exposé of conditions obtaining in two of our state institutions, his motive seeming partly revenge and partly a very genuine feeling that he had come in contact with a systematic crime against humanity. But as I continued to see more of him, and learned much about his life, my interest grew; for I soon perceived that he not only had led a typical thief's life, but was also a man of more than common natural intelligence, with a gift of vigorous expression... I therefore proposed to him to write an autobiography. He took up the idea with eagerness, and through the entire period of our work together, has shown an unwavering interest in the book and very decided acumen and common sense. The method employed in composing the volume was that, practically, of the interview. From the middle of March to the first of July we met nearly every afternoon, and many evenings, at a little German café on the East Side. There, I took voluminous notes, often asking questions, but taking down as literally as possible his story in his own words; to such a degree is this true, that the following narrative is an authentic account of his life, with occasional descriptions and character-sketches of his friends of the Under World. Even without my explicit assurance, the autobiography bears sufficient internal evidence of the fact that, essentially, it is a thief's own story. - Summary by Hutchins Hapgood (from the Preface)

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Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

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"Cleopatra" by Jacob Abbott offers a captivating biography of one of history's most iconic figures, presenting her life in a way that engages both children and adults alike. This exploration of Cleopatra's story highlights themes of power, ambition, and the complexities of leadership, which continue to resonate in today's world. Abbott's narrative invites listeners to reflect on the enduring qualities of Cleopatra's character, as well as the societal dynamics of her time that shaped her legacy. Through its accessible and intriguing style, this biography not only educates but also entertains, making it a timeless piece that encourages curiosity about history and the influential figures within it. Cleopatra's life serves as a reminder of the impact one individual can have on the course of history, prompting listeners to consider the lessons we can draw from her remarkable journey.

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Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

This episode includes AI-generated content.

Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

This episode includes AI-generated content.

Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

This episode includes AI-generated content.

Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

This episode includes AI-generated content.

Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

This episode includes AI-generated content.

Dive into the captivating life story of the infamous Cleopatra of Egypt. Crafted to engage listeners of all ages, this podcast offers an intriguing biography that children and adults alike will find fascinating.

This episode includes AI-generated content.