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The Everyday Guide to Wines of California
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More than 21 million people visit California wine country every year to sample wines that are unlike those found anywhere else in the world. And now you can get a well-rounded experience of California’s great wines - without having to leave your home!
In the six lectures of The Everyday Guide to Wines of California, you’ll join acclaimed Master of Wine Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan on an engaging and interactive tour of the unique flavors California has to offer. By surveying both perennial top-sellers and experimental underdogs, you’ll discover why California is one of the world’s greatest wine producers. Filled with interactive tastings, suggestions for food pairings, shopping tips, and more, you’ll learn how to enjoy all of California’s offerings (whether you’re a novice to the world of wine or a seasoned connoisseur) - one delicious glass at a time.
Central to The Everyday Guide to Wines of California are the wines themselves - some of which are the most popular in the world and most of which are easy to find in your nearest wine shop. You’ll be able to sample right alongside Ms. Simonetti-Bryan as she introduces (or reintroduces) you to the pleasures and intricate details of wines. She will give you insights that will change the way you think about sipping wine, shopping for it, serving it, giving it as a gift, making it a part of your meals, and more. Completing this course is a wholly unique way to elevate the quality of every sip you take of California’s finest wines.
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 56
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 55
Grab a glass and join acclaimed Master of Wine Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan on a fascinating six-lecture tour of the best wines that France has to offer with The Everyday Guide to Wines of France. This journey is packed with interactive wine tastings, food and wine pairing demonstrations, practical tips and suggestions for shopping and gift giving, and more. The Everyday Guide to Wines of France takes you all across the country on a vibrant search for the best of the best when it comes to French wines.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great intro course
- By Gerald L Cavanagh on 05-03-21
By: Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan, and others
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The Everyday Guide to Wine
- By: Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan
- Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 142
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 125
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 124
Every time you open a bottle of wine, you embark on a journey through a world of sensations. Yet for all its pleasurable qualities, wine can be bewildering in its mystery and complexity. Unlocking the secrets of wine is the key to heightening your appreciation of this rewarding experience. Whether you’re a novice looking to master the basics, an enthusiast who tours vineyards, or something in between, there’s no better way to learn about wine than from a wine expert.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Please do more wine education!
- By JD on 02-13-20
By: Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan, and others
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History of Wine in 10 Glasses
- By: Paul Wagner
- Narrated by: Paul Wagner
- Length: 3 hrs and 50 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 516
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 453
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Story5 out of 5 stars 448
From the Bible to Benjamin Franklin, from the cuneiform tablets of the ancient Sumerians to the dinner tables of modern bistros, wines have always been a part of civilization, culture, and history. Every country in the world has a special relationship with wine and takes a unique approach to the making, serving, and enjoying of it. Wine is an expression of the hopes, dreams, and cultures of the people who make it, so what better way to learn about the countries of the world than by learning about their wines?
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5 out of 5 stars
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A most delicious Sunday afternoon
- By Rachael Woods on 12-21-20
By: Paul Wagner
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The Instant Sommelier: Choosing Your Best Wine
- By: Paul Wagner, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Paul Wagner
- Length: 3 hrs and 4 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 219
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 179
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 177
You don’t have to master the entire repertoire of grapes, techniques, ingredients, variations, and other components to truly appreciate the wine you’re drinking. Simply armed with the senses you already have, an expert guide, and a glass of your favorite, you can learn how to better enjoy the wine you’re drinking, while at the same time gaining a deeper recognition for your own tastes.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Apt duration, excellent info, very entertaining
- By Sameer Siddhanti on 01-28-20
By: Paul Wagner, and others
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How to Grow Anything
- Food Gardening for Everyone
- By: Melinda Myers, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Melinda Myers
- Length: 5 hrs and 59 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 44
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 39
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Story4 out of 5 stars 39
Growing your own food is one of the most rewarding things you can do. Whether you live on rural acreage or a city lot, virtually anyone can grow a simple garden - regardless of your skill level and busy schedule. How to Grow Anything: Food Gardening for Everyone is a practical guide for cultivating fresh produce from seed to harvest. Taught by renowned horticulturist Melinda Myers, these 12 hands-on lessons are chock full of tips and tricks for novice gardeners and green thumbs alike.
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1 out of 5 stars
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a frustrating listen
- By Mystery Shopper on 05-31-19
By: Melinda Myers, and others
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The History of World Literature
- By: Grant L. Voth, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Grant L. Voth
- Length: 24 hrs and 37 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 439
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 385
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 379
Whether around the campfire, between the covers of a great book, or in the theater, the desire to tell stories has been a common human impulse for thousands of years. These 48 lectures take you on a journey through time and around the world-from the enormous auditoriums of ancient Greece to a quiet study in the home of a 19th-century New England spinster - to introduce the history of world literature. In this course, you'll sample some of the greatest literary expressions the world has known and experience storytelling in its many forms, including poetry, drama, and narrative.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent introduction to world literature
- By Richard on 12-16-14
By: Grant L. Voth, and others
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The Rise of Communism: From Marx to Lenin
- By: Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius
- Length: 5 hrs and 31 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 659
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 570
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 561
How did communism become such a pervasive economic and political philosophy? Why did it first take root in early 20th-century Russia? These and other questions are part of a fascinating story whose drama has few equals in terms of sheer scale, scope, or human suffering and belief. These 12 lectures invite you to go inside communism’s journey from a collection of political and economic theories to a revolutionary movement that rocked the world.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Disappointing, simplistic, biased
- By Proteus_Undead on 11-09-19
By: Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius, and others
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The Aging Brain
- By: Thad A. Polk, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Thad A. Polk
- Length: 6 hrs and 18 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 745
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 639
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 631
We're all getting older every day, and scientific research has shown that starting in our 20s, some brain functions begin a linear decline. But is old age all doom and gloom? Not at all! While it's true that some functions in the aging brain decline, neuroscientists have discovered that many other brain functions remain stable - or even improve - as we age.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Getting Older Smarter!
- By Hadley V. Stacey on 07-16-16
By: Thad A. Polk, and others
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Crimes of the Century
- A Selective History of Infamy
- By: Richard B. Spence, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Professor Richard B. Spence
- Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 229
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 198
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 196
Delve into some of the most infamous, ghastly, and mysterious crimes of the last hundred-odd years in Crimes of the Century: A Selective History of Infamy. Taught by Professor Richard B. Spence of the University of Idaho, this enthralling course gives you a dozen case studies of murders most foul. From an intriguing Irish domestic murder to a world-shaking political assassination, this course gives you an inside look at some of the most heinous and maddeningly unknowable crimes in modern history.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Best Great Courses Lecture There Is
- By Justin on 07-21-21
By: Richard B. Spence, and others
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The Origin and Evolution of Earth
- From the Big Bang to the Future of Human Existence
- By: Robert M. Hazen, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Robert M. Hazen
- Length: 25 hrs and 15 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,076
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 942
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 935
This course chronicles the history of Earth and life on Earth from the point of view of the minerals that made it all happen. A major theme is how minerals and life coevolved, leading to the unprecedented mineral diversity on our world compared to the other planets in the solar system. Professor Hazen tells this epic story in 48 action-packed lectures that take you from the big bang to the formation of the solar system to the major milestones that marked the evolution of Earth and life.
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4 out of 5 stars
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"I know geology!"
- By Aslak on 07-24-16
By: Robert M. Hazen, and others
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The Art of Public Speaking: Lessons from the Greatest Speeches in History
- By: John R. Hale, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: John R. Hale
- Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,077
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 942
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 927
Being a great public speaker can put you on the pathway to success, whether you're looking to teach, inform, persuade, or defend an idea. Yet many of us live in fear of public speaking. As you'll learn in these 12 invaluable lectures, all it takes is confidence, practice, and the knowledge of techniques and strategies used by history's greatest public speakers. Whether you want to finally become the confident public speaker you've always wanted to be or are just looking for fresh advice on how to strengthen your skills, this inspiring course is packed with practical advice.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Buyer Be Avised: It may not be what you think
- By Dana/Adam on 01-21-15
By: John R. Hale, and others
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The Sommelier's Atlas of Taste
- A Field Guide to the Great Wines of Europe
- By: Rajat Parr, Jordan Mackay
- Narrated by: P. J. Ochlan
- Length: 13 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 31
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Performance3.5 out of 5 stars 25
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 25
The first definitive reference book to describe, region-by-region, how the great wines of Europe should taste. This will be the go-to guide for aspiring sommeliers, wine aficionados who want to improve their blind tasting skills, and amateur enthusiasts looking for a straightforward and visceral way to understand and describe wine.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Terrible narrator
- By Amazon Customer on 11-03-22
By: Rajat Parr, and others
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Classics of American Literature
- By: Arnold Weinstein, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Arnold Weinstein
- Length: 43 hrs and 55 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 410
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 361
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 355
To truly understand the United States of America, you must explore its literary tradition. Now, in this grand collection of 84 fascinating lectures, you'll get the chance to finally become familiar with America's true literary masterpieces (some you may already be familiar with, others you have yet to discover). Professor Weinstein has crafted these lectures to explain why some works become classics while others do not, why some "immortal" works fade from our attention completely, and even why some contemporary works now being ignored or snubbed by critics may be considered immortal one day.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Incomparable AudiOverview of American Literature
- By W Perry Hall on 02-05-14
By: Arnold Weinstein, and others
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99 Bottles
- A Black Sheep's Guide to Life-Changing Wines
- By: André Hueston Mack
- Narrated by: André Hueston Mack
- Length: 6 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 49
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 44
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Story5 out of 5 stars 44
In this entertaining, informative, and thoroughly unconventional wine guide, award-winning sommelier, winemaker, and wine educator André Mack presents listeners with the 99 bottles that have most impacted his life. Instead of just pairing wines with foods, Mack pairs practical information with personal stories, offering up recommendations alongside reflections on being one of the only African-Americans to ever work at the top level of the American wine industry. The 99 bottles range from highly accessible commercial wines to the most rarefied Bordeaux....
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great guide to wine and life
- By Earl on 01-25-21
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A Natural History of Wine
- By: Ian Tattersall, Rob DeSalle
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 8 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 87
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 77
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Story4 out of 5 stars 73
An excellent bottle of wine can be the spark that inspires a brainstorming session. Such was the case for Ian Tattersall and Rob DeSalle, scientists who frequently collaborate on book and museum exhibition projects. When the conversation turned to wine one evening, it almost inevitably led the two - one a palaeoanthropologist, the other a molecular biologist - to begin exploring the many intersections between science and wine. This audiobook presents their fascinating, freewheeling answers to the question.
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4 out of 5 stars
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All the references on a pdf.
- By michael on 01-18-17
By: Ian Tattersall, and others
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America’s Long Struggle Against Slavery
- By: Richard Bell, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Professor Richard Bell
- Length: 13 hrs and 9 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 122
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 107
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Story5 out of 5 stars 105
What do you really know about the fight against slavery in America? We’re all familiar with the Underground Railroad and the Emancipation Proclamation, but the fight against slavery was not some sudden movement that sprang up in the middle of the 19th century. Resistance from the enslaved started on the western coast of Africa in the 15th century and continued as the institution of slavery was codified in America, culminating with the War between the States.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Ok..but
- By Scott Bussom on 06-15-20
By: Richard Bell, and others
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The Rise of Modern Japan
- By: Mark J. Ravina, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Mark J. Ravina
- Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 230
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 198
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 193
Noted Japan expert Professor Mark J. Ravina of the University of Texas at Austin covers the politics, economics, and culture of the island nation since World War II - a conflict that saw the end of Japan’s dream of regional conquest, which Professor Ravina calls Empire 1.0. The country’s postwar leaders radically changed course, renouncing a strong military to pursue Empire 2.0 - Japan as an economic colossus.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A great introduction to modern Japan
- By nonrachitect on 12-22-21
By: Mark J. Ravina, and others
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- How Caffeine Created the Modern World
- By: Michael Pollan
- Narrated by: Michael Pollan
- Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 40,944
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 35,355
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 35,189
Michael Pollan, known for his best-selling nonfiction audio, including The Omnivores Dilemma and How to Change Your Mind, conceived and wrote Caffeine: How Caffeine Created the Modern World as an Audible Original. In this controversial and exciting listen, Pollan explores caffeine’s power as the most-used drug in the world - and the only one we give to children (in soda pop) as a treat.