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Bestsellers
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The Demon of Unrest
- A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War
- By: Erik Larson
- Narrated by: Will Patton, Erik Larson
- Length: 17 hrs and 18 mins
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The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Splendid and the Vile brings to life the pivotal five months between the election of Abraham Lincoln and the start of the Civil War—a simmering crisis that finally tore a deeply divided nation in two....
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A Most Appropriate Narrator
- By D.P. on 05-01-24
By: Erik Larson
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Chaos
- Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties
- By: Tom O'Neill, Dan Piepenbring
- Narrated by: Kevin Stillwell
- Length: 16 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Over two grim nights in Los Angeles, the young followers of Charles Manson murdered seven people. Twenty years ago, when journalist Tom O'Neill was reporting a magazine piece about the murders, he worried there was nothing new to say. Then he unearthed shocking evidence of a cover-up....
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Don't fall for the negative reviews...
- By Visualverbs on 08-04-19
By: Tom O'Neill, and others
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The War on Warriors
- Behind the Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free
- By: Pete Hegseth
- Narrated by: Pete Hegseth
- Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
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The War on Warriors uncovers the deep roots of our dysfunction—a society that has forgotten the men who take risks, cut through red tape, and get their hands dirty.
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The real truth to power book.
- By Amazon Customer on 06-10-24
By: Pete Hegseth
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Extreme Ownership
- How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win
- By: Jocko Willink, Leif Babin
- Narrated by: Jocko Willink, Leif Babin
- Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
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Two U.S. Navy SEAL officers demonstrate how to apply powerful battlefield leadership principles from the battlefield to business and life.
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I don't read SEAL Books...
- By Amazon Customer on 02-21-17
By: Jocko Willink, and others
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The Wager
- A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder
- By: David Grann
- Narrated by: Dion Graham, David Grann
- Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins
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On January 28, 1742, a ramshackle vessel of patched-together wood and cloth washed up on the coast of Brazil. Inside were thirty emaciated men, barely alive, and they had an extraordinary tale to tell....
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Gasping for Air
- By Jean Engle on 04-19-23
By: David Grann
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Challenger
- A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space
- By: Adam Higginbotham
- Narrated by: Jacques Roy
- Length: 16 hrs and 54 mins
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that comes across like a thriller.
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Best book about Challenger so far
- By Bruce Baumbush on 06-05-24
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The Demon of Unrest
- A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War
- By: Erik Larson
- Narrated by: Will Patton, Erik Larson
- Length: 17 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Splendid and the Vile brings to life the pivotal five months between the election of Abraham Lincoln and the start of the Civil War—a simmering crisis that finally tore a deeply divided nation in two....
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A Most Appropriate Narrator
- By D.P. on 05-01-24
By: Erik Larson
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Chaos
- Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties
- By: Tom O'Neill, Dan Piepenbring
- Narrated by: Kevin Stillwell
- Length: 16 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Over two grim nights in Los Angeles, the young followers of Charles Manson murdered seven people. Twenty years ago, when journalist Tom O'Neill was reporting a magazine piece about the murders, he worried there was nothing new to say. Then he unearthed shocking evidence of a cover-up....
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Don't fall for the negative reviews...
- By Visualverbs on 08-04-19
By: Tom O'Neill, and others
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The War on Warriors
- Behind the Betrayal of the Men Who Keep Us Free
- By: Pete Hegseth
- Narrated by: Pete Hegseth
- Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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The War on Warriors uncovers the deep roots of our dysfunction—a society that has forgotten the men who take risks, cut through red tape, and get their hands dirty.
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The real truth to power book.
- By Amazon Customer on 06-10-24
By: Pete Hegseth
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Extreme Ownership
- How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win
- By: Jocko Willink, Leif Babin
- Narrated by: Jocko Willink, Leif Babin
- Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
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Two U.S. Navy SEAL officers demonstrate how to apply powerful battlefield leadership principles from the battlefield to business and life.
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I don't read SEAL Books...
- By Amazon Customer on 02-21-17
By: Jocko Willink, and others
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The Wager
- A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder
- By: David Grann
- Narrated by: Dion Graham, David Grann
- Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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On January 28, 1742, a ramshackle vessel of patched-together wood and cloth washed up on the coast of Brazil. Inside were thirty emaciated men, barely alive, and they had an extraordinary tale to tell....
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Gasping for Air
- By Jean Engle on 04-19-23
By: David Grann
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Challenger
- A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space
- By: Adam Higginbotham
- Narrated by: Jacques Roy
- Length: 16 hrs and 54 mins
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster, based on fascinating in-depth reporting and new archival research—a riveting history that comes across like a thriller.
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Best book about Challenger so far
- By Bruce Baumbush on 06-05-24
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Nuclear War
- A Scenario
- By: Annie Jacobsen
- Narrated by: Annie Jacobsen
- Length: 11 hrs and 19 mins
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There is only one scenario other than an asteroid strike that could end the world as we know it in a matter of hours: nuclear war. And one of the triggers for that war would be a nuclear missile inbound toward the United States.
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Great book, but read waaayyy to slow.
- By Robert on 04-24-24
By: Annie Jacobsen
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An Unfinished Love Story
- A Personal History of the 1960s
- By: Doris Kearns Goodwin
- Narrated by: Doris Kearns Goodwin, Bryan Cranston
- Length: 17 hrs and 38 mins
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An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns Goodwin, one of America’s most beloved historians, artfully weaves together biography, memoir, and history. She takes you along on the emotional journey she and her husband embarked upon in the last years of his life.
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A Great Listen
- By Bill on 04-20-24
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Masters of the Air
- America’s Bomber Boys Who Fought the Air War Against Nazi Germany
- By: Donald L. Miller
- Narrated by: Joe Barrett
- Length: 24 hrs and 19 mins
- Unabridged
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Masters of the Air is the riveting history of the American Eighth Air Force in World War II, the story of the young men who flew the bombers that helped bring Nazi Germany to its knees, brilliantly told by historian and World War II expert Donald Miller....
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Depth of Detail was incredible!
- By Gentry S on 03-19-24
By: Donald L. Miller
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Sapiens
- A Brief History of Humankind
- By: Yuval Noah Harari
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 15 hrs and 18 mins
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A groundbreaking narrative that explores the ways in which biology and history have shaped our understanding of what it means to be “human”.
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Should be required reading
- By Blue Zion on 12-22-18
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Spare
- By: Prince Harry The Duke of Sussex
- Narrated by: Prince Harry The Duke of Sussex
- Length: 15 hrs and 39 mins
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It was one of the most searing images of the twentieth century: two young boys, two princes, walking behind their mother’s coffin as the world watched in sorrow—and horror. As Princess Diana was laid to rest, billions wondered what Prince William and Prince Harry must be thinking and feeling....
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Gutterball!
- By Jimmyjoejangles on 01-10-23
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The Situation Room
- The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis
- By: George Stephanopoulos, Lisa Dickey - contributor
- Narrated by: George Stephanopoulos, Peter Ganim, Elisabeth Rodgers
- Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins
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George Stephanopoulos, the legendary political news host and former advisor to President Clinton, recounts the history-making crises from the place where twelve presidents made their highest-pressure decisions: the White House Situation Room.
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A must read for all no matter your politics
- By Lynne on 05-21-24
By: George Stephanopoulos, and others
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The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich
- A History of Nazi Germany
- By: William L. Shirer
- Narrated by: Grover Gardner
- Length: 57 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Winner of the National Book Award for Nonfiction in 1961, this worldwide bestselling classic chronicles the most infamous era of our times.
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Held my interest for 57 hours and 13 minutes
- By Jonnie on 11-08-10
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Killers of the Flower Moon
- The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI
- By: David Grann
- Narrated by: Will Patton, Ann Marie Lee, Danny Campbell
- Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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In the 1920s, the richest people per capita in the world were members of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. After oil was discovered beneath their land, the Osage rode in chauffeured automobiles, built mansions, and sent their children to study in Europe....
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An outstanding story, highly recommended
- By S. Blakely on 06-22-17
By: David Grann
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The Thirty Years War
- Europe's Tragedy
- By: Peter H. Wilson
- Narrated by: Matthew Waterson
- Length: 33 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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The Thirty Years War devastated seventeenth-century Europe, killing nearly a quarter of all Germans and laying waste to towns and countryside alike. Peter Wilson offers the first new history in a generation of a horrifying conflict that transformed the map of the modern world....
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Best Single-Volume History of the 30 Years' War
- By Amazon Customer on 10-09-23
By: Peter H. Wilson
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Endurance
- Shackleton's Incredible Voyage
- By: Alfred Lansing
- Narrated by: Simon Prebble
- Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins
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For five months, Sir Ernest Shackleton and his men, drifting on ice packs, were castaways in one of the most savage regions of the world....
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The best book I've had
- By Thomas Allen on 09-17-08
By: Alfred Lansing
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Talking to Strangers
- What We Should Know About the People We Don't Know
- By: Malcolm Gladwell
- Narrated by: Malcolm Gladwell
- Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
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Malcolm Gladwell, host of the podcast Revisionist History and author of the number-one New York Times best seller Outliers, reinvents the audiobook in this immersive production of Talking to Strangers, a powerful examination of our interactions with people....
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Enjoyable listen with some facts incorrect
- By Jim on 09-11-19
By: Malcolm Gladwell
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When the Sea Came Alive
- An Oral History of D-Day
- By: Garrett M. Graff
- Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini, Garrett M. Graff, full cast
- Length: 19 hrs and 33 mins
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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Only Plane in the Sky and Pulitzer Prize finalist for Watergate comes the most up-to-date and complete account of D-Day—the largest seaborne invasion in history and the moment that secured the Allied victory in World War II.
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Simply Fabulous. One of the best audiobooks I’ve EVER listened to!!!!!
- By Will Wyatt on 06-09-24
By: Garrett M. Graff
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Caste (Oprah's Book Club)
- The Origins of Our Discontents
- By: Isabel Wilkerson
- Narrated by: Robin Miles
- Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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The Pulitzer Prize-winning, bestselling author of The Warmth of Other Suns examines the unspoken caste system that has shaped America and shows how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy of human divisions....
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Brilliant, articulate, highly listenable.
- By GM on 08-05-20
By: Isabel Wilkerson
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Jim Bridger
- Trailblazer of the American West
- By: Jerry Enzler
- Narrated by: Danny Campbell
- Length: 13 hrs and 41 mins
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Even among iconic frontiersmen like John C. Fremont, Kit Carson, and Jedediah Smith, Jim Bridger stands out. A mountain man of the American West, straddling the fur trade era and the age of exploration, he lived the life legends are made of....
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Interesting
- By Jon Evans on 07-19-23
By: Jerry Enzler
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The Devil in the White City
- Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America
- By: Erik Larson
- Narrated by: Scott Brick
- Length: 14 hrs and 58 mins
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The true tale of the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago and the cunning serial killer who used the magic and majesty of the fair to lure his victims to their death....
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A Rich Read!
- By D on 09-18-03
By: Erik Larson
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The Boys in the Boat
- Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics
- By: Daniel James Brown
- Narrated by: Edward Herrmann
- Length: 14 hrs and 24 mins
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The number one New York Times best-selling story about American Olympic triumph in Nazi Germany, the inspiration for the PBS documentary The Boys of '36, broadcast to coincide with the 2016 Summer Olympics and the 80th anniversary of the boys' gold medal race....
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Dear Publishers of Audio Books
- By Lynn on 08-04-14
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Empire of the Summer Moon
- Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History
- By: S. C. Gwynne
- Narrated by: David Drummond
- Length: 15 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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This exhilarating account delivers a sweeping narrative that encompasses Spanish colonialism, the Civil War, the destruction of the buffalo herds, and the arrival of the railroads....
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Difficult to endure narrator
- By fowler on 12-21-19
By: S. C. Gwynne
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The Bomber Mafia
- A Dream, a Temptation, and the Longest Night of the Second World War
- By: Malcolm Gladwell
- Narrated by: Malcolm Gladwell
- Length: 5 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Most military thinkers in the years leading up to World War II saw the airplane as an afterthought. But a small band of idealistic strategists had a different view. Malcolm Gladwell reexamines moments from the past and asks whether we got it right the first time....
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Listen to the same story on his podcast for free
- By Dustin on 04-28-21
By: Malcolm Gladwell
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Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World
- By: Jack Weatherford
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis, Jack Weatherford
- Length: 14 hrs and 20 mins
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The Mongol army led by Genghis Khan subjugated more lands and people in 25 years than the Romans did in 400....
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Golden Horde/Platinum Listen
- By Cynthia on 12-11-13
By: Jack Weatherford
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The Anglo-Saxons
- A History of the Beginnings of England: 400 - 1066
- By: Marc Morris
- Narrated by: Roy McMillan
- Length: 13 hrs and 18 mins
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A sweeping and original history of the Anglo-Saxons by national best-selling author Marc Morris....
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"Pretty Good"
- By Stephen on 05-30-21
By: Marc Morris
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American Prometheus
- The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer
- By: Kai Bird, Martin J. Sherwin
- Narrated by: Jeff Cummings
- Length: 26 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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J. Robert Oppenheimer, an iconic figure of the 20th century, was a brilliant physicist who led efforts to build an atomic bomb but later confronted the moral consequences of scientific progress....
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An American Tragedy
- By Edith on 12-13-07
By: Kai Bird, and others
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The Burgundians
- A Vanished Empire: A History of 1111 Years and One Day
- By: Bart van Loo, Nancy Forest-Flier - translator
- Narrated by: Nigel Patterson
- Length: 21 hrs and 12 mins
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This is the story of a thousand years, a must-listen narrative history of ambitious aristocrats, family dysfunction, treachery, savage battles, luxury, and madness....
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Extraordinary story, expertly told and skillfully narrated
- By Daniel Vergara on 03-01-24
By: Bart van Loo, and others
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Iron and Blood
- A Military History of the German-Speaking Peoples Since 1500
- By: Peter H. Wilson
- Narrated by: Rory Alexander
- Length: 34 hrs and 54 mins
- Unabridged
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German military history is typically viewed as an inexorable march to the rise of Prussia and the two world wars, the road paved by militarism and the result a specifically German way of war. Peter Wilson challenges this narrative....
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Awesome
- By Will Georgiadis on 04-11-23
By: Peter H. Wilson
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The Autobiography of Malcolm X
- As Told to Alex Haley
- By: Malcolm X, Alex Haley
- Narrated by: Laurence Fishburne
- Length: 16 hrs and 52 mins
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In this searing classic autobiography, originally published in 1965, Malcolm X, the Muslim leader, firebrand, and Black empowerment activist, tells the extraordinary story of his life and the growth of the Human Rights movement....
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Audible Masterpiece
- By Phoenician on 09-10-20
By: Malcolm X, and others
New releases
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Hiding for My Life
- Being Gay in the Navy
- By: Karen Solt
- Narrated by: Karen Solt
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Karen Solt, an eighteen-year-old nonconformist with an alcohol problem, is working at a gas station when a slick Navy recruiter railroads her into enlisting in the military. Before she knows it, she is on a ship in the Deep South, struggling to navigate not only a world much different from her small Northern Arizona hometown, but also her new discovery: she’s gay.
By: Karen Solt
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Systematic Theology for Beginners
- A Comprehensive Introduction to Christian Doctrine
- By: Rodney Langley
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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Embark on a transformative journey with Systematic Theology for Beginners: A Comprehensive Introduction to Christian Doctrine. This definitive guide is crafted to illuminate the foundational truths of Christianity, providing both new believers and seasoned Christians with a thorough and accessible understanding of key theological principles. Imagine unlocking the profound mysteries of your faith, equipped with the knowledge to deepen your relationship with God. This book is designed to be your trusted companion in this spiritual adventure. Here’s what awaits you inside: Crystal Clear ...
By: Rodney Langley
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Taming Dragons with Chinese Political Ideology
- Bilingual Parllel Text
- By: Eric Engle
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Decode contemporary Chinese political ideas with this comprehensive Anglo-Chinese reader, designed for aspiring State Department China experts and political analysts. Tailored to HSK4 proficiency, this 100-page parallel text dives deep into the ideologies of Marx, Lenin, Mao, and Xi Jinping, providing a robust resource for understanding contemporary Chinese political discourse. Parallel Text Format: Enhances language learning by presenting English and Chinese texts successively with vocabulary lists forcing you to work through the text and then providing the answer in a format you ...
By: Eric Engle
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Controlling the Narrative
- The Definitive Guide to Psychological Operations, Perception Management, and Information Warfare
- By: Josh Luberisse
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Controlling the Narrative: The Definitive Guide to Psychological Operations, Perception Management, and Information Warfare is an essential resource designed for military professionals, strategists, policymakers, and scholars engaged in the intricate fields of psychological warfare and strategic communications. This comprehensive guide delves into the multifaceted aspects of psychological operations (PSYOP), perception management and information warfare, exploring the theories, practices, and tools that shape today’s information battle-spaces. Structured to provide a deep understanding of...
By: Josh Luberisse
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Central Banks
- A History
- By: Dan Wilson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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"Central Banks: A History" explores the history, governance, and contemporary issues of several key central banks around the world, including the Federal Reserve Bank in the United States, the Bank of Japan, the European Central Bank, and others. The book provides insights into the goals, structures, transparency, accountability, and ownership of each bank, as well as the similarities and differences between them.
By: Dan Wilson
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The Punic Wars
- Rome and Carthage in Conflict
- By: Dan Wilson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 52 mins
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The epic saga: "The Punic Wars: Rome and Carthage in Conflict," is an enthralling historical account by Dan Wilson that captures the fierce struggle between two of the ancient world's most powerful civilizations. This meticulously researched book takes you on a journey through the tumultuous clashes between Rome and Carthage, shedding light on the events that shaped the course of history in the Mediterranean. Overview The Punic Wars were a series of three protracted and brutal conflicts between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian Empire, spanning from 264 BCE to 146 BCE. These wars were...
By: Dan Wilson
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Hiding for My Life
- Being Gay in the Navy
- By: Karen Solt
- Narrated by: Karen Solt
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Karen Solt, an eighteen-year-old nonconformist with an alcohol problem, is working at a gas station when a slick Navy recruiter railroads her into enlisting in the military. Before she knows it, she is on a ship in the Deep South, struggling to navigate not only a world much different from her small Northern Arizona hometown, but also her new discovery: she’s gay.
By: Karen Solt
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Systematic Theology for Beginners
- A Comprehensive Introduction to Christian Doctrine
- By: Rodney Langley
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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Embark on a transformative journey with Systematic Theology for Beginners: A Comprehensive Introduction to Christian Doctrine. This definitive guide is crafted to illuminate the foundational truths of Christianity, providing both new believers and seasoned Christians with a thorough and accessible understanding of key theological principles. Imagine unlocking the profound mysteries of your faith, equipped with the knowledge to deepen your relationship with God. This book is designed to be your trusted companion in this spiritual adventure. Here’s what awaits you inside: Crystal Clear ...
By: Rodney Langley
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Taming Dragons with Chinese Political Ideology
- Bilingual Parllel Text
- By: Eric Engle
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Decode contemporary Chinese political ideas with this comprehensive Anglo-Chinese reader, designed for aspiring State Department China experts and political analysts. Tailored to HSK4 proficiency, this 100-page parallel text dives deep into the ideologies of Marx, Lenin, Mao, and Xi Jinping, providing a robust resource for understanding contemporary Chinese political discourse. Parallel Text Format: Enhances language learning by presenting English and Chinese texts successively with vocabulary lists forcing you to work through the text and then providing the answer in a format you ...
By: Eric Engle
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Controlling the Narrative
- The Definitive Guide to Psychological Operations, Perception Management, and Information Warfare
- By: Josh Luberisse
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Controlling the Narrative: The Definitive Guide to Psychological Operations, Perception Management, and Information Warfare is an essential resource designed for military professionals, strategists, policymakers, and scholars engaged in the intricate fields of psychological warfare and strategic communications. This comprehensive guide delves into the multifaceted aspects of psychological operations (PSYOP), perception management and information warfare, exploring the theories, practices, and tools that shape today’s information battle-spaces. Structured to provide a deep understanding of...
By: Josh Luberisse
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Central Banks
- A History
- By: Dan Wilson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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"Central Banks: A History" explores the history, governance, and contemporary issues of several key central banks around the world, including the Federal Reserve Bank in the United States, the Bank of Japan, the European Central Bank, and others. The book provides insights into the goals, structures, transparency, accountability, and ownership of each bank, as well as the similarities and differences between them.
By: Dan Wilson
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The Punic Wars
- Rome and Carthage in Conflict
- By: Dan Wilson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 52 mins
- Unabridged
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The epic saga: "The Punic Wars: Rome and Carthage in Conflict," is an enthralling historical account by Dan Wilson that captures the fierce struggle between two of the ancient world's most powerful civilizations. This meticulously researched book takes you on a journey through the tumultuous clashes between Rome and Carthage, shedding light on the events that shaped the course of history in the Mediterranean. Overview The Punic Wars were a series of three protracted and brutal conflicts between the Roman Republic and the Carthaginian Empire, spanning from 264 BCE to 146 BCE. These wars were...
By: Dan Wilson
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Julius Caesar
- The Julio-Claudian Dynasty Emperors of Rome
- By: Dan Wilson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Step into the captivating world of ancient Rome with 'Julius Caesar: The Julio-Claudian Dynasty Emperors of Rome.' In this compelling narrative, renowned author Dan Wilson unravels the dramatic rise and fall of one of history's most influential figures and the far-reaching implications of the dynasty he seeded. Wilson guides you through the expansive landscape of Caesar's world, from the battle-ridden fields of Gaul to the intrigue-infused corridors of power in Rome itself. This epic tale charts Caesar's ascendancy to the zenith of power, his radical reforms, and the transformation of the ...
By: Dan Wilson
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The Treason of the Experts
- Covid and the Credentialed Class
- By: Thomas Harrington
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins
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This is one man’s chronicle, at times indignant and at others reflective, of an extraordinary moment in the history of the world, a moment of crisis whose eventual resolution will have far-reaching consequences for our children and their children. The author is Professor Thomas Harrington. His primary field of study is Hispanic culture and history, with a focus on Catalonian language, history and nationalism. With a deep knowledge of the life of a particular region and language group, he cultivated a keen insight into the difference between what is authentic and organic to a social order ...
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Subordinationism
- A Beginner's Guide: The Role of the Son and the Holy Spirit
- By: Alex Henderson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins
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Unlock the mysteries of the Trinity with "Subordinationism : A Beginner's Guide," a captivating exploration into one of Christianity's most debated doctrines. Dive into the heart of theological inquiry and uncover the profound dynamics that have shaped centuries of belief and practice. Engage your curiosity as you journey through the historical origins of Subordinationism. This guide meticulously traces its development from early church teachings to contemporary theological discussions. Meet the pivotal figures, understand the key councils, and grasp the controversies that have defined and ...
By: Alex Henderson
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Arianism
- A Beginner's Guide: The Heresy That Shaped Christianity
- By: Donnovan Pugh
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs
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Unlock the secrets of one of early Christianity's most contentious and influential debates with "Arianism: A Beginner's Guide." This book is your gateway to understanding the theological, historical, and cultural dimensions of the Arian controversy, a conflict that shaped the very foundations of Christian doctrine. Explore the Origins Step into the world of Arius, the compelling and controversial priest whose teachings set off a theological firestorm. Discover the historical context that gave rise to Arianism and grasp why this movement captured the hearts and minds of so many. Meet the Key...
By: Donnovan Pugh
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THE LAFAYETTE SQUADRON
- [Translated]
- By: M. P. LYNCH
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins
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Americans love a good fight, and if the cause is just, all the better. When the Kaiser tried to bring authoritarian rule to the west of the Rhine, American expatriates in France stepped up to stop him. Men who knew how to fly offered their services to the young French Air Force - as did men who did not know how to fly, but insisted that they could with hilariously disastrous results. The great Ace Lufbery, along with his comrades Thaw, Hall, Rockwell, and others more or less invented the "dogfight" over the bloody fields of Verdun and Flanders, and when they were not on the attack they ...
By: M. P. LYNCH
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CANDY
- True Tales of a 1st Cavalry Soldier in the Korean War and Occupied Japan
- By: Kenneth J. LaRue, William D. LaRue
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins
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"CANDY: True Tales of a 1st Cavalry Soldier in the Korean War and Occupied Japan" is the coming-of-age autobiography of a small-town teenager going to war in 1950. Kenny LaRue is like many young men at that time who volunteer for the Army out of a sense of patriotism and duty. Through quirky circumstances, he ends up on the front line of Korea, where he remains firmly in denial he might be killed -- until he sees a buddy blown up by an enemy shell. Kenneth J. LaRue, in collaboration with his son William, tells this story in a no-nonsense way steeped in humanity and humor, including ...
By: Kenneth J. LaRue, and others
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Sun Lore of All Ages
- A Collection of Myths and Legends (Dover Books on Astronomy)
- By: William Tyler Olcott
- Narrated by: Graham Dunlop
- Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
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From the ruins of Greek and Roman temples to Mexico's Pyramid of the Sun and the enduring mysteries of Stonehenge, this captivating study circles the earth in its examination of the legends, traditions, and superstitions that all cultures have woven about the sun. Starting with solar creation myths, this volume explores ancient ideology surrounding the sun and moon, solar mythology, and solar folklore. An extended analysis of sun worship around the world leads to accounts of sun-catcher myths and solar festivals.
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Fleeing From Danger
- 998 AD -- The Journey of the Clans Book One
- By: Owen Deane Davis
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins
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As the First Millennium draws to a close, violent strangers force the people of the clans to flee from their homes along a river in Central Asia. As these strangers threaten the clans, a young boy receives the first of many visions. That boy will be renamed Defender. His father gives him a nickname, Dee, and warns him that the source of his visions may be demonic. Blinded by his ambition to become the leader of the twenty clans, Dee ignores his father’s warning. The people of the clans are convinced that Dee’s visions are genuine. They follow his visions all the way to the Asian shore ...
By: Owen Deane Davis
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China: A Brief History
- By: Eric Engle
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins
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Discover the Epic Story of China: A Concise History from Ancient Dynasties to Modern Superpower Embark on an exhilarating journey through the vast expanse of Chinese history, from the myths and legends of the Xia Dynasty to the vibrant present day. This concise and engaging guide is meticulously designed for students, businessmen, diplomats, and analysts, providing a thorough overview of China's rich cultural heritage, political transformations, and economic rise. In just a few hours, you'll see the lives of legendary emperors, philosophers, and revolutionaries who shaped China's destiny. ...
By: Eric Engle
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Pelagianism
- A Beginner's Guide: Exploring the Legacy of Pelagius
- By: Donnovan Pugh
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins
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Unlock the secrets of one of Christianity’s most intriguing and controversial theological debates with "Pelagianism: A Beginner's Guide." This comprehensive introduction dives deep into the heart of Pelagianism, offering insights that will captivate both newcomers and seasoned scholars alike. Step into the Life and Mind of Pelagius Explore the fascinating life of Pelagius, the monk whose revolutionary ideas on free will and human potential shook the foundations of early Christian doctrine. Understand his core beliefs about human nature, original sin, and moral responsibility that sparked ...
By: Donnovan Pugh
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Tragic Shipwrecks of Cape Cod
- A Spine-Chilling Maritime Chronicle from the Mid-19th to Early 20th Century Along America's Treacherous Northeastern Shores
- By: Russell Evans
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins
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A Historical Nonfiction book set in Cape Cod, New England during the mid-19th to early 20th century. *Tragic Shipwrecks of Cape Cod* whisks readers to the storm-lashed coastlines of Cape Cod where the throes of nature and human courage clash in gripping, unforgettable tales. This harrowing compilation unveils a grim litany of maritime disasters from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s. Each chapter immerses readers in the visceral, haunting experiences faced by sailors and rescue teams as they confront the brutal elements of the sea. **Detailed Accounts of Shipwrecks and Survivals:** Within ...
By: Russell Evans
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1982 Lebanon War: A History from Beginning to End
- Palestine Israeli Conflict
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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The politics and recent history of the Middle East can seem baffling to outsiders. Nowhere was that more evident than during the Lebanon War that raged in 1982. Even contemporary reporting often made fundamental mistakes, and there was little general understanding of what was happening and why. This conflict involved a bewildering number of groups and influences from different parts of the world. The precipitating event was the attempted assassination of the Israeli ambassador in London, carried out by members of a Palestinian terrorist group.
By: Hourly History