Short Books.

32. Cool Air by H. P. Lovecraft.  A man, newly arrived in New York, learns that a reclusive doctor lives in the apartment above his own. While suffering a heart attack, he is taken to the doctor’s door, and soon becomes friends with the bizarre and isolated man who claims he must live in a refrigerated environment for his health. But as the man spends more time with the doctor, he begins to understand the horrifying truth about his friend’s strange medical condition.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

31. The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe.  The Tell-Tale Heart was first published in 1843 and is a short story by the American writer Edgar Allen Poe. It was then subsequently published as part of Poe’s Book – Tales of Mystery and Imagination.  The story is told by an unnamed narrator that tries to convince the reader that he is not mad but provoked and haunted by the ‘evil’ eye of the old man, taunted almost, and to rid himself of the eye, he must murder the old man that he loved very much. It follows him as he walks us through his calculated and cunning plan to commit the murder, all while declaring his sanity.  What I really like about Poe’s works, is that you can expect his narrators to be unreliable, making the reader unable to really know whether to trust him or not. In this case, the narrator is trying to mask his true intentions and feelings by his attempt to prove his sanity by exercising dissimulation. What’s to say he isn’t using dissimulation on us too?  What I think is both a strength and weakness of The Tell-Tale Heart is Poe’s style of writing, it can be quite maddening, with his short sentences leave me with questions as to the meaning, and his longer sentences are precisely worded and descriptive. It is so carefully worded, which highlights Poe’s exquisite talent as a writer, that it highlights the angle of the narrator’s chaotic mind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

30. The Unexpected by Jack London. (Part 2).  The Unexpected is true to its name, full of twists and turns. But these surprises don’t just come in the form of dramatic plot events, they also come in an unexpected change of tone. Because, while in the beginning, the story seems set to become a thriller, it instead becomes a literary piece on morality and willpower.  This is the best of Jack London using hardship to test his protagonist. Rather than the central tension revolving around the protagonist fighting her adversity, it revolves around her struggle to keep to her morals while doing so. She makes an ethical decision to do something the right way, despite everything pushing her to take the easy way out. It’s interesting, perhaps not very surprising, that this narrative choice would occur in one of the very few stories of the earliest 20th century with a female protagonist.  Similar to Jack London’s survival adventures such as To Build a Fire and Love of Life, the story is filled with exhaustion, hunger, cold and pain. But in The Unexpected, it mostly takes place inside of a cabin with the forces behind the suffering, rather than being wind, snow, and sickness; being other people.  The unexpected pushes forward an idea that life should be a struggle. As tumultuous and traumatising as the protagonist Edith’s life is shown to be, the introduction philosophises that it is a much more human, much more worthwhile life to lead than one of complacency.  But the ending paints no clear picture, with no sign of heroic triumph or a return to safety. Life goes on, it seems to say. Whether you like it or not.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

29. The Unexpected by Jack London. (Part 1).  The Unexpected is true to its name, full of twists and turns. But these surprises don’t just come in the form of dramatic plot events, they also come in an unexpected change of tone. Because, while in the beginning, the story seems set to become a thriller, it instead becomes a literary piece on morality and willpower.  This is the best of Jack London using hardship to test his protagonist. Rather than the central tension revolving around the protagonist fighting her adversity, it revolves around her struggle to keep to her morals while doing so. She makes an ethical decision to do something the right way, despite everything pushing her to take the easy way out. It’s interesting, perhaps not very surprising, that this narrative choice would occur in one of the very few stories of the earliest 20th century with a female protagonist.  Similar to Jack London’s survival adventures such as To Build a Fire and Love of Life, the story is filled with exhaustion, hunger, cold and pain. But in The Unexpected, it mostly takes place inside of a cabin with the forces behind the suffering, rather than being wind, snow, and sickness; being other people.  The unexpected pushes forward an idea that life should be a struggle. As tumultuous and traumatising as the protagonist Edith’s life is shown to be, the introduction philosophises that it is a much more human, much more worthwhile life to lead than one of complacency.  But the ending paints no clear picture, with no sign of heroic triumph or a return to safety. Life goes on, it seems to say. Whether you like it or not.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

28. The Outrage by Aleksandr I. Kuprin.  When the association of thieves are slandered with participating in murder, they come to defend their honour in court, much to the bafflement of the barristers.  The Outrage - like many short stories - focuses on style, setting and character. Leaving behind plot and story. Nearly all the piece is the speech of one man, yet it is as engaging as any adventure. The language is masterfully written (and translated), full of witticisms, colourful metaphors and political arguments.  The speech of the ‘orator’ is light-hearted and charming, which may distract you from the heavy topics he talks about. Leaving aside the communist ideology throughout the piece, the main setting of the story takes place after one of the many terrible anti-Jewish pogroms of the Russian Empire. It may be a quirky story, but Kuprin tackled some deep problems with his nation.  Kuprin is lesser known than his Russian contemporary Chekhov, but he proves himself to be just as deserving of praise.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

27. The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov. (Chapter IV).A forty-year-old man named Dmitri Gurov is intrigued by a young woman walking along the sea front of Yalta with her small Pomeranian dog. Dmitri dislikes his shrewish and intelligent wife and, as a result, has numerous love affairs. Although the protagonist disparages women and calls them "the lower race," he secretly acknowledges that he is more at ease in their company than in men's. One day, "the lady with the dog" sits down next to Dmitri to eat in the public gardens. The man pets her dog in order to strike up a conversation. He learns that she is called Anna Sergeyevna, that she is married, and that she has come to Yalta on vacation. Over the next week, Anna and Dmitri see a lot of each other and grow close. The older man is intrigued by the exuberant naïveté of his young partner, yet he also recognizes a trace of sadness in her character. In contrast to the elder women with whom he used to have affairs and who would occasionally display a "rapacious expression" on their beautiful faces, Anna excites Dmitri's desire with her fresh and unaffected nature. In particular, he is drawn by her "diffidence, the angularity of inexperienced youth" that reminds him of his daughter. Every evening the couple observes the sunset from the vantage point over Yalta at Oreanda and are impressed anew by the "beautiful and majestic" scenery. The only things that mar Anna's happiness is the thought that her husband, Von Diderits, will send for her and her fear that she has lost Dmitri's respect by sleeping with him. In the end, Von Diderits sends Anna a letter urging her return, and she leaves Dmitri with something like relief. When parting with Dmitri, Anna states, "It's a good thing I am going away...It's fate itself!"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

26. The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov. (Chapter III).A forty-year-old man named Dmitri Gurov is intrigued by a young woman walking along the sea front of Yalta with her small Pomeranian dog. Dmitri dislikes his shrewish and intelligent wife and, as a result, has numerous love affairs. Although the protagonist disparages women and calls them "the lower race," he secretly acknowledges that he is more at ease in their company than in men's. One day, "the lady with the dog" sits down next to Dmitri to eat in the public gardens. The man pets her dog in order to strike up a conversation. He learns that she is called Anna Sergeyevna, that she is married, and that she has come to Yalta on vacation. Over the next week, Anna and Dmitri see a lot of each other and grow close. The older man is intrigued by the exuberant naïveté of his young partner, yet he also recognizes a trace of sadness in her character. In contrast to the elder women with whom he used to have affairs and who would occasionally display a "rapacious expression" on their beautiful faces, Anna excites Dmitri's desire with her fresh and unaffected nature. In particular, he is drawn by her "diffidence, the angularity of inexperienced youth" that reminds him of his daughter. Every evening the couple observes the sunset from the vantage point over Yalta at Oreanda and are impressed anew by the "beautiful and majestic" scenery. The only things that mar Anna's happiness is the thought that her husband, Von Diderits, will send for her and her fear that she has lost Dmitri's respect by sleeping with him. In the end, Von Diderits sends Anna a letter urging her return, and she leaves Dmitri with something like relief. When parting with Dmitri, Anna states, "It's a good thing I am going away...It's fate itself!"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

25. The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov. (Chapter II).A forty-year-old man named Dmitri Gurov is intrigued by a young woman walking along the sea front of Yalta with her small Pomeranian dog. Dmitri dislikes his shrewish and intelligent wife and, as a result, has numerous love affairs. Although the protagonist disparages women and calls them "the lower race," he secretly acknowledges that he is more at ease in their company than in men's. One day, "the lady with the dog" sits down next to Dmitri to eat in the public gardens. The man pets her dog in order to strike up a conversation. He learns that she is called Anna Sergeyevna, that she is married, and that she has come to Yalta on vacation. Over the next week, Anna and Dmitri see a lot of each other and grow close. The older man is intrigued by the exuberant naïveté of his young partner, yet he also recognizes a trace of sadness in her character. In contrast to the elder women with whom he used to have affairs and who would occasionally display a "rapacious expression" on their beautiful faces, Anna excites Dmitri's desire with her fresh and unaffected nature. In particular, he is drawn by her "diffidence, the angularity of inexperienced youth" that reminds him of his daughter. Every evening the couple observes the sunset from the vantage point over Yalta at Oreanda and are impressed anew by the "beautiful and majestic" scenery. The only things that mar Anna's happiness is the thought that her husband, Von Diderits, will send for her and her fear that she has lost Dmitri's respect by sleeping with him. In the end, Von Diderits sends Anna a letter urging her return, and she leaves Dmitri with something like relief. When parting with Dmitri, Anna states, "It's a good thing I am going away...It's fate itself!"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

24. The Lady with the Dog by Anton Chekhov. (Chapter I).A forty-year-old man named Dmitri Gurov is intrigued by a young woman walking along the sea front of Yalta with her small Pomeranian dog. Dmitri dislikes his shrewish and intelligent wife and, as a result, has numerous love affairs. Although the protagonist disparages women and calls them "the lower race," he secretly acknowledges that he is more at ease in their company than in men's. One day, "the lady with the dog" sits down next to Dmitri to eat in the public gardens. The man pets her dog in order to strike up a conversation. He learns that she is called Anna Sergeyevna, that she is married, and that she has come to Yalta on vacation. Over the next week, Anna and Dmitri see a lot of each other and grow close. The older man is intrigued by the exuberant naïveté of his young partner, yet he also recognizes a trace of sadness in her character. In contrast to the elder women with whom he used to have affairs and who would occasionally display a "rapacious expression" on their beautiful faces, Anna excites Dmitri's desire with her fresh and unaffected nature. In particular, he is drawn by her "diffidence, the angularity of inexperienced youth" that reminds him of his daughter. Every evening the couple observes the sunset from the vantage point over Yalta at Oreanda and are impressed anew by the "beautiful and majestic" scenery. The only things that mar Anna's happiness is the thought that her husband, Von Diderits, will send for her and her fear that she has lost Dmitri's respect by sleeping with him. In the end, Von Diderits sends Anna a letter urging her return, and she leaves Dmitri with something like relief. When parting with Dmitri, Anna states, "It's a good thing I am going away...It's fate itself!"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

23. The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell. (Chapter II).The Most Dangerous Game" is a gripping tale of survival, suspense, and human nature. Richard Connell's classic short story follows Sanger Rainsford, a skilled hunter and outdoorsman, who finds himself stranded on a remote island after a shipwreck.  Rainsford soon discovers that the island is inhabited by the enigmatic and sinister General Zaroff, a wealthy Russian aristocrat with a twisted passion for hunting. Zaroff has grown bored with traditional game and has turned to hunting humans, exploiting his island's isolation to indulge in this macabre sport.  When Rainsford refuses Zaroff's invitation to participate in his sadistic game, he becomes the prey. With his wits, resourcefulness, and hunting expertise, Rainsford must evade Zaroff's trained hounds, outsmart his cunning traps, and confront the General in a battle of wills.  Connell masterfully explores the darker aspects of human nature, delving into themes of survival, morality, and the ethics of hunting. The story raises questions about class and power dynamics, highlighting the dangers of unchecked privilege and the exploitation of the vulnerable.  As Rainsford fights to outwit Zaroff and escape the island, the tension builds towards a heart-pumping climax. Will he emerge victorious, or become the General's next trophy? Through "The Most Dangerous Game," Connell delivers a thought-provoking and thrilling narrative that probes the boundaries of human nature, challenging readers to question what it means to be civilized.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

22. The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell. (Chapter I).  The Most Dangerous Game" is a gripping tale of survival, suspense, and human nature. Richard Connell's classic short story follows Sanger Rainsford, a skilled hunter and outdoorsman, who finds himself stranded on a remote island after a shipwreck.  Rainsford soon discovers that the island is inhabited by the enigmatic and sinister General Zaroff, a wealthy Russian aristocrat with a twisted passion for hunting. Zaroff has grown bored with traditional game and has turned to hunting humans, exploiting his island's isolation to indulge in this macabre sport.  When Rainsford refuses Zaroff's invitation to participate in his sadistic game, he becomes the prey. With his wits, resourcefulness, and hunting expertise, Rainsford must evade Zaroff's trained hounds, outsmart his cunning traps, and confront the General in a battle of wills.  Connell masterfully explores the darker aspects of human nature, delving into themes of survival, morality, and the ethics of hunting. The story raises questions about class and power dynamics, highlighting the dangers of unchecked privilege and the exploitation of the vulnerable.  As Rainsford fights to outwit Zaroff and escape the island, the tension builds towards a heart-pumping climax. Will he emerge victorious, or become the General's next trophy? Through "The Most Dangerous Game," Connell delivers a thought-provoking and thrilling narrative that probes the boundaries of human nature, challenging readers to question what it means to be civilized.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

21. The Coils of Chance by Richard Connell.  Richard Connell's The Coils of Chance isn't as famous as his masterpiece, "The Most Dangerous Game," but reviews of this short story highlight its gentle humor and focus on a shy, altruistic man, Gilbert Benner, who anonymously gives away Christmas turkeys, contrasting with Connell's usual suspense; it's seen as a warm, character-driven piece about unassuming goodness and selflessness, a different flavor from his thrilling tales. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

20. The Law’s an Ass by Richard Connell.  "The Law's an Ass" is a short story by Richard Connell, known for its ironic and satirical tone regarding the legal system. The story is not typically a full-length novel that receives extensive, formal literary reviews in major publications, but rather a short piece often discussed in the context of legal studies or general short story anthologies.  The central theme of the story revolves around the inflexibility and perceived foolishness of the law when confronted with common sense or real-world situations, which gives rise to its title. The phrase "The law's an ass" is a well-known idiom, originally from Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist, which Connell explores through his narrative.  The plot generally follows a wealthy and arrogant man named Fleer, who, after benefiting from a legal technicality that earns him over a million dollars, later finds himself on the wrong side of the very same rigid legal system. His change of fortune highlights the story's main message: the law, in its blind application, can be arbitrary and eventually ensnare even those who previously profited from its loopholes. The story uses dark humor and irony to critique a legal system that values technical procedure over justice or logic. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

19. Agafya by Anton Chekhov.  Savka, a lazy and strangely introspective man of great physical force and sexual charm, as well as some bizarre habits, is seen as a despicable outcast by the village's male community. Women, though, 'pity' Savka and visit him regularly by night, bringing food and receiving romantic 'hand-outs' which he delivers condescendingly, with contempt mixed with perplexing pity. Agafya, a young railway signalman's wife, is the latest convert to the local sex cult, risking her husband's potentially murderous wrath for several minutes of bliss with a man whom she is apparently in almost religious awe of.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

18. The Man Who Could Imitate a Bee by Richard Connell.  The Man Who Could Imitate a Bee follows the life of a man named Harvey, who would have been referred to as ‘precocious’, ‘sensitive’ and ‘a savant’ in the 20th century, but in modern times would probably be considered neurodivergent due to his struggles with reciprocity and socialising, his hyperfocus and his special interest.  While the social failings of Harvey are often the source of the humour, so is the social weirdness of the ‘rest’ of society. Richard Connell manages to achieve what many modern and often much more serious pieces of work fail to do, which is to empathise with the experience of someone such as Harvey, and to base the story around his own emotional beats and decisions rather than use him as a plot device for someone else’s story. The story revolves around a concept very common to authors and other artists, that concept being that what an artist takes most pride in is rarely the same as what they become well known for. Arthur Conan Doyle grew bitter about Sherlock Holmes for overshadowing his more literary works, while in more modern times singer Liam Gallagher has grown to hate his blockbuster song Wonderwall.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

17. The Trial for Murder by Charles Dickens.  "The Trial for Murder" is a supernatural horror story in which the ghost of a murder victim appears repeatedly to the foreman of the jury, and harasses the jurors and witnesses throughout the court case to ensure that the suspected murderer is convicted.  Potential inspiration:  After reading Elizabeth Gaskell's "The Old Nurse’s Story", Dickens was critical of its ending where everyone in the story could see the ghost. He felt that it was too similar to other famous works, such as William Shakespeare's representations of ghosts, and would be uninteresting to readers. As Dickens wrote to Gaskell: "I have no doubt, according to every principle of art that is known to me from Shak-speare [sic] downwards, that you weaken the terror of the story by making them all see the phantoms at the end. And I feel a perfect conviction that the best readers will be the most certain to make this discovery. Nous verrons."  This later inspired the main concept within "The Trial for Murder", whereby terror was to be achieved through ambiguity and obscurity.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

16. A Scandal in Bohemia by Arthur Conan Doyle. (Chapter II and III).  "A Scandal in Bohemia" is the first short story, and the third overall work, featuring Arthur Conan Doyle's fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. It is the first of the 56 Holmes short stories written by Doyle and the first of 38 Sherlock Holmes works illustrated by Sidney Paget. The story is notable for introducing the character of Irene Adler, who is one of the most notable female characters in the Sherlock Holmes series, despite appearing in only one story.  "A Scandal in Bohemia" was first published on 25 June 1891 in the July issue of The Strand Magazine, and was the first of the stories collected in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in 1892.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

15. A Scandal in Bohemia by Arthur Conan Doyle.  "A Scandal in Bohemia" is the first short story, and the third overall work, featuring Arthur Conan Doyle's fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. It is the first of the 56 Holmes short stories written by Doyle and the first of 38 Sherlock Holmes works illustrated by Sidney Paget. The story is notable for introducing the character of Irene Adler, who is one of the most notable female characters in the Sherlock Holmes series, despite appearing in only one story."A Scandal in Bohemia" was first published on 25 June 1891 in the July issue of The Strand Magazine, and was the first of the stories collected in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes in 1892.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

14. Morella by Edgar Allan Poe.  An unnamed narrator, deeply affected by his friend Morella, marries her despite not feeling romantic love, drawn instead by an indefinable, intense connection. Morella, a reclusive and profoundly erudite woman, immerses him in her mystical studies, particularly German metaphysical texts on identity, pantheism, and reincarnation. Over time, the narrator grows disturbed by her eerie presence, her cold touch, and her otherworldly voice, which shift his joy into horror. As Morella's health declines, marked by tuberculosis-like symptoms, he secretly wishes for her death, tormented by her unsettling gaze and cryptic demeanor.  Morella dies during childbirth, prophesying that her child will live and that the narrator, who never loved her in life, will adore her in death. The daughter, eerily identical to Morella in appearance and intellect, grows unnaturally fast, displaying her mother's mature wisdom and haunting traits. The narrator, both adoring and terrified, avoids naming her, fearing the implications of her uncanny resemblance. At her baptism, compelled by an inexplicable urge, he names her Morella, causing her to collapse, proclaiming, "I am here!" The narrator buries her in the family vault, laughing bitterly upon finding no trace of the first Morella's remains.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Infidelity: "Mine is a platonic marriage, she is silent, I seek sex elsewhere."   Paolo writes to us to ask for advice on his state of limerence in our column dedicated to stories of betrayal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Can you feel sad even at Christmas?  Christmas Blues. Christmas is often associated with joy, but for many people, it can become a time of loneliness and melancholy. Fortunately, there is a solution (and an explanation) to all this.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Cleopatra, a new book about her story. But for the first time from the sovereign's point of view.  She believed she was a living goddess, but Cleopatra was decidedly human: a new biography tells it in detail.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Is it worth staying in a love that hurts?  Finding the strength in yourselfSometimes, without realizing it, we cling to relationships that take more from us than they give us. Loves that, instead of joys, fill us with sadness and worries.  It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that's normal, but the truth is that each of us deserves something much better.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

The fear of divorce.  Every marriage relationship begins with the illusion of living in love until the end of our days. But when separation or divorce threatens to come, what to do, how much to pray for it not to happen? And how do you move forward without it?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Those who hurt us do not love us. We blind ourselves out of love, often being unable to see our partner's faults, justifying and forgiving them over and over again.  But those who hurt us do not love us. If a man truly loves you, he will not hurt you at all.  If it hurts you, don't cling to it, claim your right to happiness, to true love, and let it, because whoever hurts you doesn't know how to value you and doesn't deserve you.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

When beauty becomes gourmand fragrance.  Not only perfumes, but also body creams and make-up are now mouth-watering. A way of arousing connection, empathy. And, why not, the desire to kiss.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Can having a relationship with artificial intelligence be considered betrayal?  More than 10 million people have downloaded the Replika app and created digital partners. You can make calls and videos with your own AI, create a family or receive nudes. Here's what to keep in mind when starting a relationship with a bot.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

What is your body count?  That is, how many people you have been with. TikTok is full of videos of guys asking this question, which should be answered with another question: "why have women been judged on how much sex they have for centuries?"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

ChatGPT is a love counselor.  If you feel like arguing with your partner is becoming a 2-on-1 situation with the distorted contribution of a robot dominating the conversation, you may need to ask yourself a few questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Infidelity: Martha: "Is it possible to cheat without sex? I dedicated attention and listened to someone else."  The story of this woman from Milan tells of an infidelity not made of physical intimacy, but of emotional intimacy. The psychologist says: "Taking refuge in the attention of another person is much easier than facing the discomfort of an authentic dialogue with one's partner."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Women in science: to fight gender inequalities and recognize the right merits.  Women scientists, mathematicians, doctors, astronomers, over the centuries have revolutionized our world but there are realities with which they must continue to deal, an example is the Matilda Effect.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.

Melania Trump is an enigma. Also, in the trailer of her new biographical documentary.   No one has ever really understood Melania Trump. And she continues to slip away from any rigid categorization, now that she has resumed the indigestible role of First Lady of the United States. The summary of the trailer for the documentary "Melania", produced by Jeff Bezos' Amazon Studios and due out on January 30, could be pinned like this: the enigma of Melania Trump shows no sign of diminishing. Despite everything, in fact, Melania Trump is an unresolved issue. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/short-books--6827663/support.AI-generated content.