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Discover the remarkable history of the Napoleonic Wars. The Napoleonic Wars were a series of conflicts fought between France and various coalitions in Europe between 1803 and 1815 (though some put the start date at 1799). The prelude to the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and the Napoleonic Wars is the French Revolution, and the conflicts that continued after Napoleon seized power would radically affect Europe and indeed political philosophies not confined by artificial boundaries.

The Anglo-Saxons were people from Northern Germany who came to Britain in waves and quickly established their own kingdoms between the time of the Romans and the Normans. At first glance, it may seem like the Anglo-Saxons did not contribute much to British history. They didn’t even have a writing system until Christian missionaries arrived!

The Crusades were a series of holy wars fought between Christians and Muslims over the ownership of certain holy sites held sacred by the Muslims, Christians, and Jews. These wars were bloody, violent, and cataclysmic. What caused them, and how did they happen? You’ll listen about: East meets West, the Crusaders, Crusader kingdoms and new venues, life as a Crusader, side Campaigns, war unending, sputtering little Crusades, the end of Holy War in the Holy Land, and much more!

Orville Wellington Mouse's life takes an unexpected turn when he learns his best friend, Sophia Mouse, is not only from another planet, but is also a member of the Shapers Guild, a group of powerful mice who are able to convert their thoughts into physical objects. When Orville notices a group of seven glowbirds exhibiting rather extraordinary behavior, he and Sophia attempt to uncover the origin of the unusual birds but soon find themselves enmeshed in a fiendish plot to embroil Symoca in a horrific war.

This audiobook contains a series of essays on virtual reality and its future implications; how VR can usher in new tools for progressive meditational experiences; why science is a practical endeavor and should not be conflated with unnecessary metaphysics; why Darwinian evolution can best explain the Albert Camus dilemma; and finally, it touches upon the importance of Faqir Chand on understanding religious experiences.

I recently came upon an old book entitled Famous Men in Science by Sarah Knowles Bolton that was first published in 1889. In her enjoyable and easy to read text, Bolton provides a glimpse of 14 distinguished thinkers, ranging from such luminaries as Carl Linnaeus to Louis Agassiz. Since the book is not readily available, here at the MSAC Philosophy Group we thought it might be helpful to select four biographies from Famous Men in Science and republish them in a new and readable format.

I suffer from a most incurable disease. It is technically known as bibliomania, which simply translated means “book madness.” I love books too much. My family is convinced that I got it from my father, Warren, who also suffered from it but to a lesser degree.

Beyond Buddha: Tracing the Origins of Buddhism is an in-depth exploration of the historical and cultural context that gave rise to one of the world's most influential religions. This comprehensive book offers a compelling journey through the earliest origins of Buddhism, tracing its evolution over thousands of years and across multiple continents.

Mindfulness means being aware of our thoughts and feelings in order to appreciate the moment and to respond appropriately to our surroundings. If we believe the world is gray and cruel, hopelessness will discolor our interior. But if we synchronize our thoughts and feelings, we'll see the color that resides in us. Our eyes are going to distill the light that illuminates the outside. This guide is the first step toward a better feeling and thinking.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist audiobook is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Wellington, North Island, New Zealand by Leigh Hogle offers the inside scoop on Wellington.

As the heir to the Spanish Empire of his father Charles V, Philip II came into this world with some rather big shoes to fill. Eventually, Philip would prove himself in his own right even though he turned out to be a much different ruler than his father. He won a life or death struggle against a resurgent Ottoman Empire, he consolidated Spanish dominion in the Americas, and he fought to maintain Spanish holdings in Europe. He also used a ruthless Spanish Inquisition in order to keep his subjects in line with his own version of the Catholic faith.

Seen as a strong-willed, tenacious leader who saved the United States from the Great Depression and the death and destruction that could have been through World War II, Franklin Delano Roosevelt solidified the nation's place as a world superpower. As a dominant leader of his party, he built the New Deal Coalition, which realigned American politics into the Fifth Party System. 

Much of the material in this book comes from The Bamboo Annals, The Records of the Grand Historian, and later historians who studied those sacred texts. The bamboo annals were discovered in AD 281, inside the tomb of King Xian. The Records of the Grand Historian were reportedly written by Sima Tian and continued by his son, Sima Qian. Only fragments remain today, but the original may have been written just prior to 86 BC.

This is a brief narration commemorating the life and work of Acharya Sushil Kumar (1926-1994), the great Jain monk who spread the teachings of "ahimsa" (non-violence) worldwide. 

This is a new edition of Jack London's classic chapter on surfing entitled "The Royal Sport", first published in his famous book called The Cruise of the Snark.

This is the first in a series of very short books focusing on mystics of the world. Charan Singh was one of the most well-known masters of shabd yoga in the 20th century. For nearly 40 years, Charan Singh served the needs of millions of spiritual seekers. This audiobook contains excerpts which come from a series of unpublished letters by Charan Singh, focus on overcoming the desires and attachments of the lower mind and attuning one’s attention to the inner sound current during daily meditation.

This fantastic audiobook describes what life was like for the ancient Egyptians, with an in-depth account of all aspects of the people of the time, and how they lived their daily lives. It includes many amazing facts about the pharaohs, mummies, the pyramids, hieroglyphics, and much more!

Did you know that the fastest speed of a horse ever recorded was more than 50 miles per hour? Or that horses use their tales to tell each other what they’re feeling? In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Jason Zenobia talks us through over 100 amazing facts about horses. Subjects covered include record breakers, famous horses, breeds and much more, so whether you want to know the difference between a horse and a pony or who the most successful racehorse of all time was, this is the perfect book for you!

Greater Than a Tourist - Chiang Rai, Thailand by Mihir Vaja offers the inside scoop on Chiang Rai. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. From this audiobook you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local.

Are you a fan of the Netflix smash hit series Squid Game? Do you want to find out more about the show, its creator, the actors, sets and much more? If, like many others, the show has captivated your attention and you want to indulge yourself even more, this awesome guide is the perfect audiobook to add to your collection. With chapters covering everything from the participants and the guards to the costumes, production information and even some foreshadowing secrets, you’re sure to learn loads about the series that has already become Netflix’s most viewed show of all time.