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Note: The authors receive royalties paid by the audiobook service provider for this free offer. If you do not want your audiobook to be in the podcast please send us an email to info@thebookvoice.com. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Illustrated-Life-of-Christopher-Columbus-Audiobook/B077DQ15M9 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Christopher Columbus Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: At two o'clock in the morning the land was discovered.... As I saw that they were very friendly to us, and perceived that they could be much more easily converted to our holy faith by gentle means than by force, I presented them with some red caps, and strings of beads to wear upon the neck, and many other trifles of small value, wherewith they were much delighted, and became wonderfully attached to us. - Christopher Columbuss diary, October 11-12, 1492 In Charles River Editors History for Kids series, your children can learn about historys most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The most seminal event of the last millennium might also be its most controversial. As schoolchildren have been taught for over 500 years, In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. In October of that year, the Italian Christopher Columbus immortalized himself by landing in the New World and beginning the process of European settlement in the Americas for Spain, bringing the Age of Exploration to a new hemisphere with him. Ironically, the Italian had led a Spanish expedition in part because the Portuguese rejected his offers, in the belief that sailing west to Asia would take too long. Columbus had better luck with the Spanish royalty, successfully persuading Queen Isabella to commission his expedition. In August 1492, Columbus set west for India at the helm of the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria. On October 7, 1492, after a harrowing trip that nearly left his crew mutinous, the three ships spotted flocks of birds, suggesting land was nearby, so Columbus followed the direction in which the birds flew. On the night of October 11, the expedition sighted land, and when Columbus came ashore the following day in the Bahamas, he thought he was in Japan, but the natives he came into contact with belied the descriptions of the people and lands of Asia as wealthy and resourceful. Instead, the bewildered Columbus would note in his journal that the natives painted their bodies, wore no clothes, and had primitive weapons, leading him to the conclusion they would be easily converted to Catholicism. When he set sail for home in January 1493, he brought several imprisoned natives back to Spain with him. Everyone agrees that Columbuss discovery of the New World was one of the turning points in history, but agreements over his legacy end there. Columbus became such a towering figure in Western history that the United States capital was named after George Washington and him. Conversely, among the Native Americans and indigenous tribes who suffered epidemics and enslavement at the hands of the European settlers, Columbus is widely portrayed as an arch-villain. History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Christopher Columbus chronicles Columbuss life and his historic voyages, but it also examines the aftermath of his expeditions and analyzes the controversy surrounding his legacy. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 14 Nov 2017 13:35:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Illustrated-Life-of-Christopher-Columbus-Audiobook/B077DQ15M9 thebookvoice.com 00:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Christopher Columbus Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: At two o'clock in the morning the land was discovered.... As I saw that they were very friendly to us, and perceived that they could be much more easily converted to our holy faith by gentle means than by force, I presented them with some red caps, and strings of beads to wear upon the neck, and many other trifles of small value, wherewith they were much delighted, and became wonderfully attached to us. - Christopher Columbuss diary, October 11-12, 1492 In Charles River Editors History for Kids series, your children can learn about historys most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The most seminal event of the last millennium might also be its most controversial. As schoolchildren have been taught for over 500 years, In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. In October of that year, the Italian Christopher Columbus immortalized himself by landing in the New World and beginning the process of European settlement in the Americas for Spain, bringing the Age of Exploration to a new hemisphere with him. Ironically, the Italian had led a Spanish expedition in part because the Portuguese rejected his offers, in the belief that sailing west to Asia would take too long. Columbus had better luck with the Spanish royalty, successfully persuading Queen Isabella to commission his expedition. In August 1492, Columbus set west for India at the helm of the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria. On October 7, 1492, after a harrowing trip that nearly left his crew mutinous, the three ships spotted flocks of birds, suggesting land was nearby, so Columbus followed the direction in which the birds flew. On the night of October 11, the expedition sighted land, and when Columbus came ashore the following day in the Bahamas, he thought he was in Japan, but the natives he came into contact with belied the descriptions of the people and lands of Asia as wealthy and resourceful. Instead, the bewildered Columbus would note in his journal that the natives painted their bodies, wore no clothes, and had primitive weapons, leading him to the conclusion they would be easily converted to Catholicism. When he set sail for home in January 1493, he brought several imprisoned natives back to Spain with him. Everyone agrees that Columbuss discovery of the New World was one of the turning points in history, but agreements over his legacy end there. Columbus became such a towering figure in Western history that the United States capital was named after George Washington and him. Conversely, among the Native Americans and indigenous tribes who suffered epidemics and enslavement at the hands of the European settlers, Columbus is widely portrayed as an arch-villain. History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Christopher Columbus chronicles Columbuss life and his historic voyages, but it also examines the aftermath of his expeditions and analyzes the controversy surrounding his legacy. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Christopher Columbus Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: At two o'clock in the morning the land was discovered.... As I saw that they were very friendly to us, and perceived that they could be much more easily converted to our holy faith by gentle means than by force, I presented them with some red caps, and strings of beads to wear upon the neck, and many other trifles of small value, wherewith they were much delighted, and became wonderfully attached to us. - Christopher Columbuss diary, October 11-12, 1492 In Charles River Editors History for Kids series, your children can learn about historys most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The most seminal event of the last millennium might also be its most controversial. As schoolchildren have been taught for over 500 years, In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. In October of that year, the Italian Christopher Columbus immortalized himself by landing in the New World and beginning the process of European settlement in the Americas for Spain, bringing the Age of Exploration to a new hemisphere with him. Ironically, the Italian had led a Spanish expedition in part because the Portuguese rejected his offers, in the belief that sailing west to Asia would take too long. Columbus had better luck with the Spanish royalty, successfully persuading Queen Isabella to commission his expedition. In August 1492, Columbus set west for India at the helm of the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria. On October 7, 1492, after a harrowing trip that nearly left his crew mutinous, the three ships spotted flocks of birds, suggesting land was nearby, so Columbus followed the direction in which the birds flew. On the night of October 11, the expedition sighted land, and when Columbus came ashore the following day in the Bahamas, he thought he was in Japan, but the natives he came into contact with belied the descriptions of the people and lands of Asia as wealthy and resourceful. Instead, the bewildered Columbus would note in his journal that the natives painted their bodies, wore no clothes, and had primitive weapons, leading him to the conclusion they would be easily converted to Catholicism. When he set sail for home in January 1493, he brought several imprisoned natives back to Spain with him. Everyone agrees that Columbuss discovery of the New World was one of the turning points in history, but agreements over his legacy end there. Columbus became such a towering figure in Western history that the United States capital was named after George Washington and him. Conversely, among the Native Americans and indigenous tribes who suffered epidemics and enslavement at the hands of the European settlers, Columbus is widely portrayed as an arch-villain. History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Christopher Columbus chronicles Columbuss life and his historic voyages, but it also examines the aftermath of his expeditions and analyzes the controversy surrounding his legacy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lives-of-the-Presidents-Audiobook/B002V5H6N6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lives of the Presidents Subtitle: Fame, Shame (and What the Neighbors Thought) Author: Kathleen Krull Narrator: John C. Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-99 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 63 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Which president had feet bigger than his ego? Washington. Which barked like a seal? Kennedy. Which joked about dating mummies? Clinton. These fun and quirky facts bring to light the human side of the 42 men who have served as U.S. presidents. Author Kathleen Krull's thumbnail biographies have been called "deliciously gossipy" and are guaranteed to amuse and inform even those who believe they know the presidents well. ©1998 by Kathleen Krull; (P)1998 Audio Bookshelf; Cover Illustration ©1998 by Kathryn Hewitt Critic Reviews: "...every bit as fascinating for adults as for children, and a splendid choice for those occasions when the need arises to entertain the whole family." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kathleen Krull) Wed, 15 Dec 1999 22:16:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lives-of-the-Presidents-Audiobook/B002V5H6N6 thebookvoice.com 02:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lives of the Presidents Subtitle: Fame, Shame (and What the Neighbors Thought) Author: Kathleen Krull Narrator: John C. Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-99 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 63 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Which president had feet bigger than his ego? Washington. Which barked like a seal? Kennedy. Which joked about dating mummies? Clinton. These fun and quirky facts bring to light the human side of the 42 men who have served as U.S. presidents. Author Kathleen Krull's thumbnail biographies have been called "deliciously gossipy" and are guaranteed to amuse and inform even those who believe they know the presidents well. ©1998 by Kathleen Krull; (P)1998 Audio Bookshelf; Cover Illustration ©1998 by Kathryn Hewitt Critic Reviews: "...every bit as fascinating for adults as for children, and a splendid choice for those occasions when the need arises to entertain the whole family." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lives of the Presidents Subtitle: Fame, Shame (and What the Neighbors Thought) Author: Kathleen Krull Narrator: John C. Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-99 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 63 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Which president had feet bigger than his ego? Washington. Which barked like a seal? Kennedy. Which joked about dating mummies? Clinton. These fun and quirky facts bring to light the human side of the 42 men who have served as U.S. presidents. Author Kathleen Krull's thumbnail biographies have been called "deliciously gossipy" and are guaranteed to amuse and inform even those who believe they know the presidents well. ©1998 by Kathleen Krull; (P)1998 Audio Bookshelf; Cover Illustration ©1998 by Kathryn Hewitt Critic Reviews: "...every bit as fascinating for adults as for children, and a splendid choice for those occasions when the need arises to entertain the whole family." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: ended with Clinton I really liked most of this book it's just that it ended many years ago with Clinton so and it didn't even have the Monica Lewinsky scandal yet. Who Knew?!?! Where does Lives of the Presidents rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is probably one of the middle books. I love history and this absolutely covers it, but not the serious side of it. It was a nice break away from some of the more heavy books I have read. What other book might you compare Lives of the Presidents to and why? I think the books by Vowel might be good because of the way she mixes in humor and the real story about history and what happened. Interesting and Informative What did you like best about this story? I enjoyed learning more about the person and the presidency and especially liked having a review of what order they served in and what were the key points of each era. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Blizzard-The-Storm-that-Changed-America-Audiobook/B002V1M44G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blizzard! The Storm that Changed America Author: Jim Murphy Narrator: Taylor Mali Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Through the eyes and words of survivors and victims alike, as well as the careful research for which Newberry Honor Award winner Jim Murphy is known, listeners will experience one of the most devastating natural disasters in U.S. history and understand why, from that day on, life in the United States was forever changed. For family listening, ages 8 and up. Critic Reviews: "Brings listeners back to the day two storms converged...accounts of survivors and victims provide a captivating blend of gravity, immediacy and drama." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jim Murphy) Fri, 03 Jan 2003 15:20:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Blizzard-The-Storm-that-Changed-America-Audiobook/B002V1M44G thebookvoice.com 02:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blizzard! The Storm that Changed America Author: Jim Murphy Narrator: Taylor Mali Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Through the eyes and words of survivors and victims alike, as well as the careful research for which Newberry Honor Award winner Jim Murphy is known, listeners will experience one of the most devastating natural disasters in U.S. history and understand why, from that day on, life in the United States was forever changed. For family listening, ages 8 and up. Critic Reviews: "Brings listeners back to the day two storms converged...accounts of survivors and victims provide a captivating blend of gravity, immediacy and drama." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blizzard! The Storm that Changed America Author: Jim Murphy Narrator: Taylor Mali Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Through the eyes and words of survivors and victims alike, as well as the careful research for which Newberry Honor Award winner Jim Murphy is known, listeners will experience one of the most devastating natural disasters in U.S. history and understand why, from that day on, life in the United States was forever changed. For family listening, ages 8 and up. Critic Reviews: "Brings listeners back to the day two storms converged...accounts of survivors and victims provide a captivating blend of gravity, immediacy and drama." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Timeless Tale This is a well written report on the freak blizzard that covered the Northeast in 1888 and brought about changes in the law and in people's habits. Power lines were buried; garbage and manure were no longer allowed to he dumped in the streets and more responsibility was required from the factory owners for their employees welfare. There were stories of fortitude and occasional gallantry as well as a few of sociopaths in human form. Though 125 years have passed many circumstances seem similar to today. Natural disasters serve to remind us that for all of technological advances in our world we're never exempt from the laws of nature. Hurricanes Eileen or Sandy demonstrated that in the northeast in 2011 and 2012. I lived in Boston in the eighties where the blizzard of 1978 had already become legend. It's apropos that nature reminds us occasionally that our power is limited. Stormy Weather... Each generation endures Storms of the Century that are promptly forgotten by succeeding generations. This book takes you into the heart of New York and New England for a breath taking tour of a storm that challenged the way we did things back in the late 19th century. One can feel the snap of the wind or the bitterness of the cold in the prose as well as the reading. A fine short read. Worth a listen I have a great interest in weather, so his lack of information as it related to accumulations of snow, left me a bit empty in the end. Having said that, the author does a wonderful job placing you in the position of each character. Why they decided to go out, why they stayed, and when they risked life to help others. It was a enjoyable, and when the memory of details in the story fade, I will listen to it again. Put on a sweater. This is a good historical look at how difficult the weather made life in the past. I grew up with blizzards, but in a rural midwestern area. This looked at blizzards in the city. I liked it. Wow! I was on the edge of my seat at times and couldn't put this story down. I loved the details in this story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Illustrated-Life-of-Harriet-Tubman-Audiobook/B077F5WLS3 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Harriet Tubman Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In Charles River Editors History for Kids series, your children can learn about historys most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. This concise but comprehensive audiobook will keep your kids attention all the way to the end. Harriet Tubman is one of the most famous women in American history, and from an early age, every American learns of her contributions to abolition and the Underground Railroad. The woman who became known as the Moses of her people personally led more than 13 expeditions to free slaves in the South, and she was so integral in helping escaped slaves achieve freedom that her name is practically synonymous with the Underground Railroad today. If anything, the central role she played in the Underground Railroad has become so ingrained among subsequent generations that Tubmans life has been shrouded in legend, and other important aspects have been overlooked. In order to fully appreciate and understand Harriet Tubmans life and the important role she played in the abolitionist movement, it is necessary to examine the circumstances in which she was raised and what events drove her to the path she chose. Anthropologist Douglas Armstrong notes, [S]o little information about Tubman has been based on fact and so much based on myth and created history that it has only been recently that historians have come to the point where we can recognize her true contributions. In fact, Tubmans entire life consisted of struggles and persistence, whether she was fighting on behalf of slaves, the Union army during the Civil War, or womens rights. After managing to escape the severe beatings and humiliation of slavery herself, she put her life on the line over and over again to help others. She could proudly boast, I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can't say - I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger." But that was only part of her involvement with abolition; Tubman was well-acquainted with other famous abolitionists of her time, including Frederick Douglass and John Brown, and she threw herself into efforts to further the cause of abolition in various ways. Her life and work were publicized nearly 50 years before her death by Franklin Sanborn, who worked as an editor in an abolitionist newspaper and detailed the work of the Underground Railroad in the Boston Commonwealth in 1863. History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Harriet Tubman profiles the life, legends, and legacies of one of Americas most famous and influential women. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 14 Nov 2017 19:39:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Illustrated-Life-of-Harriet-Tubman-Audiobook/B077F5WLS3 thebookvoice.com 00:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Harriet Tubman Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In Charles River Editors History for Kids series, your children can learn about historys most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. This concise but comprehensive audiobook will keep your kids attention all the way to the end. Harriet Tubman is one of the most famous women in American history, and from an early age, every American learns of her contributions to abolition and the Underground Railroad. The woman who became known as the Moses of her people personally led more than 13 expeditions to free slaves in the South, and she was so integral in helping escaped slaves achieve freedom that her name is practically synonymous with the Underground Railroad today. If anything, the central role she played in the Underground Railroad has become so ingrained among subsequent generations that Tubmans life has been shrouded in legend, and other important aspects have been overlooked. In order to fully appreciate and understand Harriet Tubmans life and the important role she played in the abolitionist movement, it is necessary to examine the circumstances in which she was raised and what events drove her to the path she chose. Anthropologist Douglas Armstrong notes, [S]o little information about Tubman has been based on fact and so much based on myth and created history that it has only been recently that historians have come to the point where we can recognize her true contributions. In fact, Tubmans entire life consisted of struggles and persistence, whether she was fighting on behalf of slaves, the Union army during the Civil War, or womens rights. After managing to escape the severe beatings and humiliation of slavery herself, she put her life on the line over and over again to help others. She could proudly boast, I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can't say - I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger." But that was only part of her involvement with abolition; Tubman was well-acquainted with other famous abolitionists of her time, including Frederick Douglass and John Brown, and she threw herself into efforts to further the cause of abolition in various ways. Her life and work were publicized nearly 50 years before her death by Franklin Sanborn, who worked as an editor in an abolitionist newspaper and detailed the work of the Underground Railroad in the Boston Commonwealth in 1863. History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Harriet Tubman profiles the life, legends, and legacies of one of Americas most famous and influential women. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Harriet Tubman Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In Charles River Editors History for Kids series, your children can learn about historys most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. This concise but comprehensive audiobook will keep your kids attention all the way to the end. Harriet Tubman is one of the most famous women in American history, and from an early age, every American learns of her contributions to abolition and the Underground Railroad. The woman who became known as the Moses of her people personally led more than 13 expeditions to free slaves in the South, and she was so integral in helping escaped slaves achieve freedom that her name is practically synonymous with the Underground Railroad today. If anything, the central role she played in the Underground Railroad has become so ingrained among subsequent generations that Tubmans life has been shrouded in legend, and other important aspects have been overlooked. In order to fully appreciate and understand Harriet Tubmans life and the important role she played in the abolitionist movement, it is necessary to examine the circumstances in which she was raised and what events drove her to the path she chose. Anthropologist Douglas Armstrong notes, [S]o little information about Tubman has been based on fact and so much based on myth and created history that it has only been recently that historians have come to the point where we can recognize her true contributions. In fact, Tubmans entire life consisted of struggles and persistence, whether she was fighting on behalf of slaves, the Union army during the Civil War, or womens rights. After managing to escape the severe beatings and humiliation of slavery herself, she put her life on the line over and over again to help others. She could proudly boast, I was the conductor of the Underground Railroad for eight years, and I can say what most conductors can't say - I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger." But that was only part of her involvement with abolition; Tubman was well-acquainted with other famous abolitionists of her time, including Frederick Douglass and John Brown, and she threw herself into efforts to further the cause of abolition in various ways. Her life and work were publicized nearly 50 years before her death by Franklin Sanborn, who worked as an editor in an abolitionist newspaper and detailed the work of the Underground Railroad in the Boston Commonwealth in 1863. History for Kids: The Illustrated Life of Harriet Tubman profiles the life, legends, and legacies of one of Americas most famous and influential women. Members Reviews: ~~ A concise history for the younger generation ~~ "I never ran my train off the track and I never lost a passenger." When our daughter needed a book on Harriet Tubman for a homeschool project this is the one we chose. Born into slavery, Harriet was often beaten and whipped as a child. It was her father who put the idea in her head to escape from slavery. Hit in the head by something heavy she suffered headaches for the rest of her life but also had visions and dreams which she believed were from God. As she grew she became very strong. When her slave master died she used the Underground Railroad to escape. Although she took her brothers with her they chose to return to slavery. Why? Freedom! Unhappy that her family was still in slavery in December 1850 Harriet made her first attempt to rescue slaves. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Maya-the-Inca-and-the-Aztec-Audiobook/B0743K4J19 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Maya, the Inca, and the Aztec Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Tracey Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. Many ancient civilizations have influenced and inspired people in the 21st century. The Greeks and Romans continue to fascinate the West today. But of all the world's civilizations, none have intrigued people more than the Mayans, whose culture, astronomy, language, and mysterious disappearance all continue to captivate people. From the moment Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes first found and confronted them, the Aztecs have fascinated the world, and they continue to hold a unique place both culturally and in pop culture. Nearly 500 years after the Spanish conquered their mighty empire, the Aztecs are often remembered today for their major capital, Tenochtitlan, as well as being fierce conquerors of the Valley of Mexico - who often engaged in human sacrifice rituals. During the Age of Exploration, Native American tribes fell victim to European conquerors seeking legendary cities made of gold and other riches, attempts that were often being made in vain. And yet, of all the empires that were conquered across the continent, the one that continues to be most intimately associated with legends of gold and hidden riches is the Inca Empire. The Inca Empire, which flourished in modern day Peru and along the west coast of South America, was the largest Native American empire in pre-Columbian America until Pizarro and the Spanish conquistadors conquered them in the 16th century. What ultimately sealed their doom was the rumor that huge amounts of gold were available in regions south of the Andes Mountains. Like the Aztecs, the Spanish burned much of the Inca's extant writings, but it is estimated that as many as 35 million once fell under their banner, and the empires administrative skills were so sharp that they kept accurate census records. Their religion, organization, and laws were also effectively centralized and tied to the rulers of the empire, and their military mobilization would have made the ancient Spartans proud. After the Spanish conquest, several rebellions in the area attempted to reestablish the proud Inca Empire over the next two centuries, all while famous Europeans like Voltaire glorified the Inca Empire in optimistic artistic portrayals. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 27 Jul 2017 08:12:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Maya-the-Inca-and-the-Aztec-Audiobook/B0743K4J19 thebookvoice.com 01:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Maya, the Inca, and the Aztec Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Tracey Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. Many ancient civilizations have influenced and inspired people in the 21st century. The Greeks and Romans continue to fascinate the West today. But of all the world's civilizations, none have intrigued people more than the Mayans, whose culture, astronomy, language, and mysterious disappearance all continue to captivate people. From the moment Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes first found and confronted them, the Aztecs have fascinated the world, and they continue to hold a unique place both culturally and in pop culture. Nearly 500 years after the Spanish conquered their mighty empire, the Aztecs are often remembered today for their major capital, Tenochtitlan, as well as being fierce conquerors of the Valley of Mexico - who often engaged in human sacrifice rituals. During the Age of Exploration, Native American tribes fell victim to European conquerors seeking legendary cities made of gold and other riches, attempts that were often being made in vain. And yet, of all the empires that were conquered across the continent, the one that continues to be most intimately associated with legends of gold and hidden riches is the Inca Empire. The Inca Empire, which flourished in modern day Peru and along the west coast of South America, was the largest Native American empire in pre-Columbian America until Pizarro and the Spanish conquistadors conquered them in the 16th century. What ultimately sealed their doom was the rumor that huge amounts of gold were available in regions south of the Andes Mountains. Like the Aztecs, the Spanish burned much of the Inca's extant writings, but it is estimated that as many as 35 million once fell under their banner, and the empires administrative skills were so sharp that they kept accurate census records. Their religion, organization, and laws were also effectively centralized and tied to the rulers of the empire, and their military mobilization would have made the ancient Spartans proud. After the Spanish conquest, several rebellions in the area attempted to reestablish the proud Inca Empire over the next two centuries, all while famous Europeans like Voltaire glorified the Inca Empire in optimistic artistic portrayals. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Maya, the Inca, and the Aztec Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Tracey Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. Many ancient civilizations have influenced and inspired people in the 21st century. The Greeks and Romans continue to fascinate the West today. But of all the world's civilizations, none have intrigued people more than the Mayans, whose culture, astronomy, language, and mysterious disappearance all continue to captivate people. From the moment Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortes first found and confronted them, the Aztecs have fascinated the world, and they continue to hold a unique place both culturally and in pop culture. Nearly 500 years after the Spanish conquered their mighty empire, the Aztecs are often remembered today for their major capital, Tenochtitlan, as well as being fierce conquerors of the Valley of Mexico - who often engaged in human sacrifice rituals. During the Age of Exploration, Native American tribes fell victim to European conquerors seeking legendary cities made of gold and other riches, attempts that were often being made in vain. And yet, of all the empires that were conquered across the continent, the one that continues to be most intimately associated with legends of gold and hidden riches is the Inca Empire. The Inca Empire, which flourished in modern day Peru and along the west coast of South America, was the largest Native American empire in pre-Columbian America until Pizarro and the Spanish conquistadors conquered them in the 16th century. What ultimately sealed their doom was the rumor that huge amounts of gold were available in regions south of the Andes Mountains. Like the Aztecs, the Spanish burned much of the Inca's extant writings, but it is estimated that as many as 35 million once fell under their banner, and the empires administrative skills were so sharp that they kept accurate census records. Their religion, organization, and laws were also effectively centralized and tied to the rulers of the empire, and their military mobilization would have made the ancient Spartans proud. After the Spanish conquest, several rebellions in the area attempted to reestablish the proud Inca Empire over the next two centuries, all while famous Europeans like Voltaire glorified the Inca Empire in optimistic artistic portrayals. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Zephyr-the-West-Wind-A-Tale-of-the-Passion-Adventure-Within-Us-All-Audiobook/B00YAZ2TGY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zephyr the West Wind: A Tale of the Passion & Adventure Within Us All Subtitle: Chaos Chronicles: Book, 1 Author: R. J. Tolson Narrator: Gregory Peyton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-15 Publisher: Universal Kingdom Print Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Seventeen years ago, in the island village of Dentro, lived a large and powerful demon. With just a howl, mountains were obliterated. With the help of an outsider, the chief of Dentro destroyed the demon and sealed its dark power within three powerful ancient weapons: a spear, a shield, and a sword. After leaving the unwelcoming village, the man who had helped destroy the demon took the sword in an effort to keep the village and its people safe. Months later, a villager bore the son of the outsider. Carrying the child of a stranger was in violation of a sacred village law, and everyone knew whose child the boy was. Born into a village filled with hateful people, Zephyr grew up not knowing why he was so hated. With no friends and eventually no family, after the passing of his mother, Zephyr was forced to survive by himself as an outcast. Zephyr's only wish was to make his mother proud and force the village to recognize him - while surviving in a world filled with demons, paranormal abilities, love, hate, and undiscovered lands. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (R. J. Tolson) Wed, 27 May 2015 07:28:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Zephyr-the-West-Wind-A-Tale-of-the-Passion-Adventure-Within-Us-All-Audiobook/B00YAZ2TGY thebookvoice.com 08:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zephyr the West Wind: A Tale of the Passion & Adventure Within Us All Subtitle: Chaos Chronicles: Book, 1 Author: R. J. Tolson Narrator: Gregory Peyton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-15 Publisher: Universal Kingdom Print Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Seventeen years ago, in the island village of Dentro, lived a large and powerful demon. With just a howl, mountains were obliterated. With the help of an outsider, the chief of Dentro destroyed the demon and sealed its dark power within three powerful ancient weapons: a spear, a shield, and a sword. After leaving the unwelcoming village, the man who had helped destroy the demon took the sword in an effort to keep the village and its people safe. Months later, a villager bore the son of the outsider. Carrying the child of a stranger was in violation of a sacred village law, and everyone knew whose child the boy was. Born into a village filled with hateful people, Zephyr grew up not knowing why he was so hated. With no friends and eventually no family, after the passing of his mother, Zephyr was forced to survive by himself as an outcast. Zephyr's only wish was to make his mother proud and force the village to recognize him - while surviving in a world filled with demons, paranormal abilities, love, hate, and undiscovered lands. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zephyr the West Wind: A Tale of the Passion & Adventure Within Us All Subtitle: Chaos Chronicles: Book, 1 Author: R. J. Tolson Narrator: Gregory Peyton Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-15 Publisher: Universal Kingdom Print Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Seventeen years ago, in the island village of Dentro, lived a large and powerful demon. With just a howl, mountains were obliterated. With the help of an outsider, the chief of Dentro destroyed the demon and sealed its dark power within three powerful ancient weapons: a spear, a shield, and a sword. After leaving the unwelcoming village, the man who had helped destroy the demon took the sword in an effort to keep the village and its people safe. Months later, a villager bore the son of the outsider. Carrying the child of a stranger was in violation of a sacred village law, and everyone knew whose child the boy was. Born into a village filled with hateful people, Zephyr grew up not knowing why he was so hated. With no friends and eventually no family, after the passing of his mother, Zephyr was forced to survive by himself as an outcast. Zephyr's only wish was to make his mother proud and force the village to recognize him - while surviving in a world filled with demons, paranormal abilities, love, hate, and undiscovered lands. Members Reviews: Save your credit! Any additional comments? I regretted this purchase almost from the second I pressed play. Sound quality sucks and the story is childish. Save your credit and don't waste your time on this one. Chaos Chronicles for the win! If you could sum up Zephyr the West Wind: A Tale of the Passion & Adventure Within Us All in three words, what would they be? Dynamic Stimulating Masterpiece What did you like best about this story? The carefully crafted verbiage of each sentence made visualizing the book's events effortless! With the edition of character voices, it was as if we were characters in the book as well who had access to Zephyr's mind. What does Gregory Peyton bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The edition of character voices inspires creativity to readers. We make assumptions of looks with the text, but the added vocals makes visualizing characters even easier. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The one moment in the book that literally moved me, made me physically get out of my seat in shock, was when Leon was reintroduced to his brother Blane, and the battle that followed...chills! Any additional comments? Really enjoyed listening to the Zephyr The West Wind soundtrack as well! He talks to fast The book itself was great but the narrator talks way to fast but great book This book is practically Naruto With a couple and I stress couple differences this is Naruto and Sasuke. Same basic abilities same basic back stories. I seriously think the author should be sued. I won't be getting book 2 https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Graham-Quartet-and-the-Mysterious-Strangers-Audiobook/B00WUVV5YW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Graham Quartet and the Mysterious Strangers Author: Rebekah A. Morris Narrator: Tim Lundeen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Read Another Page Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In the midst of the cold, snowy woods, the Graham Quartet stumble across a mystery. It could mean danger, but that doesn't stop Elsa, Matt, Tim, and Selena as they try their best to help a stranger who needs them. But what can Siam, Hong Kong, and Vanderbilt have to do with the local furniture factory? And why are so many strangers suddenly appearing and then disappearing in town? Things start moving with the arrival of an elusive figure. Meanwhile, a simple delivery trip may bring more than the Quartet bargained for. Will the four siblings be able to help their friend and their country? bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebekah A. Morris) Thu, 30 Apr 2015 10:05:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Graham-Quartet-and-the-Mysterious-Strangers-Audiobook/B00WUVV5YW thebookvoice.com 03:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Graham Quartet and the Mysterious Strangers Author: Rebekah A. Morris Narrator: Tim Lundeen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Read Another Page Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In the midst of the cold, snowy woods, the Graham Quartet stumble across a mystery. It could mean danger, but that doesn't stop Elsa, Matt, Tim, and Selena as they try their best to help a stranger who needs them. But what can Siam, Hong Kong, and Vanderbilt have to do with the local furniture factory? And why are so many strangers suddenly appearing and then disappearing in town? Things start moving with the arrival of an elusive figure. Meanwhile, a simple delivery trip may bring more than the Quartet bargained for. Will the four siblings be able to help their friend and their country? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Graham Quartet and the Mysterious Strangers Author: Rebekah A. Morris Narrator: Tim Lundeen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-15 Publisher: Read Another Page Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: In the midst of the cold, snowy woods, the Graham Quartet stumble across a mystery. It could mean danger, but that doesn't stop Elsa, Matt, Tim, and Selena as they try their best to help a stranger who needs them. But what can Siam, Hong Kong, and Vanderbilt have to do with the local furniture factory? And why are so many strangers suddenly appearing and then disappearing in town? Things start moving with the arrival of an elusive figure. Meanwhile, a simple delivery trip may bring more than the Quartet bargained for. Will the four siblings be able to help their friend and their country? Members Reviews: Clean mysteries, youth fiction, and nostalgic read Age Appropriate For: All Ages Best for Ages: 10 - 20 While I bought and read a Rebekah Morris book a while back, my sister Mikayla canât stop talking about her. She keeps asking me when Morris is coming out with another book and wants all of them. I finally sat down and read some more of Morrisâ works, and I can see why my sister is so crazy about it. Here are some of the reasons her books are so good. â They are not heavy on the romance. So many books these days are so heavy on the romance there is not much else to the plot. While I like romance as much as the next girl, it is nice to see books about other topics. â They are clean in every way. You never have to worry when you open up one of her books about what you might find. â They feel like old-fashioned books, giving you a nostalgic feeling. The Graham Quartet and the Mysterious Strangers remind me of many of the childhood mystery books I read growing up. Yet this story has an element of faith, and parents the kids trust. Homeschool families will especially appreciate the aspect of respect and interaction with the parents. My one complaint about this book is that at times it felt historical (the 1950's) and at other times I wondered if maybe it were supposed to be a modern story. It might not be that important to most readers, but it was a bit distracting to me. I loved how each of the kids had their own personality that was so well conveyed. Like in many families, they have an identity as a unit, but each is unique. Morris did a great job developing each of the kidsâ personalities and sticking with it. The mystery itself was kid friendly and interesting at the same time. Things were never boring in the story but also didnât feel hyped and fake. There was very little violence in it as well. What little there was, the kids were shielded from, so you only get a vague impression of it. There is no murder, gore, or grossness. I highly recommend this story for those who love clean mysteries, youth fiction, and nostalgic reads. Simple, clean Children's adventure This is one of those mystery books that, well, while it is a mystery, isn't quite satisfying. Perhaps it is because, when all is said and done, {potential SPOILER} the Graham Quartet didn't seem to have any affect on the outcome? {end potential SPOILER} The characters had a little bit of individual personality, their relationships with their parents were good, and, if I remember correctly, they prayed a couple of times. There wasn't, however, enough Christianity to encourage my spiritual walk with the Lord. Biggest plus--it was easy to follow, made sense, and wasn't too simple. I enjoyed it enough for it to get four stars. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/An-Age-of-Extremes-1880-1917-A-History-of-US-Book-8-Audiobook/B002V1O534 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Age of Extremes, 1880-1917, A History of US, Book 8 Author: Joy Hakim Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: For the captains of industry ? men like Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, J.P. Morgan, and Henry Ford ? the Gilded Age is a time of big money. Technology boomed with the invention of trains, telephones, electric lights, harvesters, vacuum cleaners, and more. But for millions of immigrant workers, it is a time of big struggles, with adults and children alike working 12 to 14 hours a day under extreme, dangerous conditions. The disparity between the rich and the poor was dismaying, which prompted some people to action. In An Age of Extremes, you?ll meet Mother Jones, Ida Tarbell, Big Bill Haywood, Sam Gompers, and other movers and shakers, and get swept up in the enthusiasm of Teddy Roosevelt. You?ll also watch the United States take its greatest role on the world stage since the Revolution, as it enters the bloody battlefields of Europe in World War I. is a 10-volume, award-winning series about the birth and development of the United States. Master storyteller and lifelong student of American history Joy Hakim takes readers from 9 to 99 on a breathtaking journey, from the Ice Age to the 21st century. ©1993, 1999, 2003 Joy Hakim (P)2002 Recorded Books, LLC. Recorded by arrangement with Oxford University Press. Critic Reviews: "Marvelous. Author Joy Hakim, a mother and former journalist and teacher, has imbued each volume with sincerity, zest, and inspiration." (Cleveland Plain Dealer) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joy Hakim) Fri, 18 Feb 2005 03:50:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/An-Age-of-Extremes-1880-1917-A-History-of-US-Book-8-Audiobook/B002V1O534 thebookvoice.com 06:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Age of Extremes, 1880-1917, A History of US, Book 8 Author: Joy Hakim Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: For the captains of industry ? men like Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, J.P. Morgan, and Henry Ford ? the Gilded Age is a time of big money. Technology boomed with the invention of trains, telephones, electric lights, harvesters, vacuum cleaners, and more. But for millions of immigrant workers, it is a time of big struggles, with adults and children alike working 12 to 14 hours a day under extreme, dangerous conditions. The disparity between the rich and the poor was dismaying, which prompted some people to action. In An Age of Extremes, you?ll meet Mother Jones, Ida Tarbell, Big Bill Haywood, Sam Gompers, and other movers and shakers, and get swept up in the enthusiasm of Teddy Roosevelt. You?ll also watch the United States take its greatest role on the world stage since the Revolution, as it enters the bloody battlefields of Europe in World War I. is a 10-volume, award-winning series about the birth and development of the United States. Master storyteller and lifelong student of American history Joy Hakim takes readers from 9 to 99 on a breathtaking journey, from the Ice Age to the 21st century. ©1993, 1999, 2003 Joy Hakim (P)2002 Recorded Books, LLC. Recorded by arrangement with Oxford University Press. Critic Reviews: "Marvelous. Author Joy Hakim, a mother and former journalist and teacher, has imbued each volume with sincerity, zest, and inspiration." (Cleveland Plain Dealer) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Age of Extremes, 1880-1917, A History of US, Book 8 Author: Joy Hakim Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: For the captains of industry ? men like Andrew Carnegie, John D. Rockefeller, J.P. Morgan, and Henry Ford ? the Gilded Age is a time of big money. Technology boomed with the invention of trains, telephones, electric lights, harvesters, vacuum cleaners, and more. But for millions of immigrant workers, it is a time of big struggles, with adults and children alike working 12 to 14 hours a day under extreme, dangerous conditions. The disparity between the rich and the poor was dismaying, which prompted some people to action. In An Age of Extremes, you?ll meet Mother Jones, Ida Tarbell, Big Bill Haywood, Sam Gompers, and other movers and shakers, and get swept up in the enthusiasm of Teddy Roosevelt. You?ll also watch the United States take its greatest role on the world stage since the Revolution, as it enters the bloody battlefields of Europe in World War I. is a 10-volume, award-winning series about the birth and development of the United States. Master storyteller and lifelong student of American history Joy Hakim takes readers from 9 to 99 on a breathtaking journey, from the Ice Age to the 21st century. ©1993, 1999, 2003 Joy Hakim (P)2002 Recorded Books, LLC. Recorded by arrangement with Oxford University Press. Critic Reviews: "Marvelous. Author Joy Hakim, a mother and former journalist and teacher, has imbued each volume with sincerity, zest, and inspiration." (Cleveland Plain Dealer) Members Reviews: Excellent American History for Tweens and Teens Love the narrator. She is one of the best aspects of this series. Many aspects of this I loved Teddy Roosevelt, the Wright Brothers, the lead up to World War I. My 12 year old son would give this an unqualified highest rating. He found this period of history very interesting, in part due to Hakims engaging presentation. My only reservation is the trouble I have with Hakim interjecting her modern perspective on the historical events. Im not sure why this is more grating to me on the later installments. My son has no problem with it and he is the intended audience. A simple overview appropriate for young teens I wouldn't recommend this book to someone familiar with the era, or someone seeking an in-depth treatment. But I think it would work well as an introduction for an intelligent 12-15 year old reader. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Story-of-Civilization-Audiobook/B074SX9DR7 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Story of Civilization Subtitle: Volume II - The Medieval World Author: Phillip Campbell Narrator: Kevin Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-17 Publisher: TAN Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Children should not just read about history, they should live it. In The Story of Civilization author Phillip Campbell uses his historical expertise and storytelling ability together in tandem, to present history's greatest stories in a fresh and thrilling way. Talented voice actor and audiobook producer Kevin Gallagher continues the journey through history in this riveting reading of The Story of Civilization: The Medieval World. This follows his popular readings of Volume 1: The Ancient World and The Story of the Bible series. Your children will be transported back in time through the sound effects, music, and voice acting that complements the reading of the text. The journey continues in this second volume just after the conversion of Emperor Constantine. Children will watch the seeds of Christendom being planted in the soil of Europe, thanks to colossal figures like Sts. Benedict, Patrick, and Ambrose. The wonder of the medieval world comes alive with brilliant tales of knights, crusaders, castles, and inventions. The strength of the content lies not only in the storybook delivery of it, but also in the way it presents history through the faithful prism of the Church. Have you always wanted your children to learn about world history from a Catholic perspective? Here, you'll have the trusted resource you've always wanted. Did you know that: Whether looking for entertainment on a long road trip, enhancing the experience with the text, or catering to the needs of a child with a reading disability, this audio dramatization will open up a new world of adventure for kids of all ages. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Phillip Campbell) Wed, 16 Aug 2017 12:12:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Story-of-Civilization-Audiobook/B074SX9DR7 thebookvoice.com 08:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Story of Civilization Subtitle: Volume II - The Medieval World Author: Phillip Campbell Narrator: Kevin Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-17 Publisher: TAN Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Children should not just read about history, they should live it. In The Story of Civilization author Phillip Campbell uses his historical expertise and storytelling ability together in tandem, to present history's greatest stories in a fresh and thrilling way. Talented voice actor and audiobook producer Kevin Gallagher continues the journey through history in this riveting reading of The Story of Civilization: The Medieval World. This follows his popular readings of Volume 1: The Ancient World and The Story of the Bible series. Your children will be transported back in time through the sound effects, music, and voice acting that complements the reading of the text. The journey continues in this second volume just after the conversion of Emperor Constantine. Children will watch the seeds of Christendom being planted in the soil of Europe, thanks to colossal figures like Sts. Benedict, Patrick, and Ambrose. The wonder of the medieval world comes alive with brilliant tales of knights, crusaders, castles, and inventions. The strength of the content lies not only in the storybook delivery of it, but also in the way it presents history through the faithful prism of the Church. Have you always wanted your children to learn about world history from a Catholic perspective? Here, you'll have the trusted resource you've always wanted. Did you know that: Whether looking for entertainment on a long road trip, enhancing the experience with the text, or catering to the needs of a child with a reading disability, this audio dramatization will open up a new world of adventure for kids of all ages. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Story of Civilization Subtitle: Volume II - The Medieval World Author: Phillip Campbell Narrator: Kevin Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-17 Publisher: TAN Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Children should not just read about history, they should live it. In The Story of Civilization author Phillip Campbell uses his historical expertise and storytelling ability together in tandem, to present history's greatest stories in a fresh and thrilling way. Talented voice actor and audiobook producer Kevin Gallagher continues the journey through history in this riveting reading of The Story of Civilization: The Medieval World. This follows his popular readings of Volume 1: The Ancient World and The Story of the Bible series. Your children will be transported back in time through the sound effects, music, and voice acting that complements the reading of the text. The journey continues in this second volume just after the conversion of Emperor Constantine. Children will watch the seeds of Christendom being planted in the soil of Europe, thanks to colossal figures like Sts. Benedict, Patrick, and Ambrose. The wonder of the medieval world comes alive with brilliant tales of knights, crusaders, castles, and inventions. The strength of the content lies not only in the storybook delivery of it, but also in the way it presents history through the faithful prism of the Church. Have you always wanted your children to learn about world history from a Catholic perspective? Here, you'll have the trusted resource you've always wanted. Did you know that: Whether looking for entertainment on a long road trip, enhancing the experience with the text, or catering to the needs of a child with a reading disability, this audio dramatization will open up a new world of adventure for kids of all ages. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Looking-for-Mr-Smith-Audiobook/B00BFZVW38 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking for Mr. Smith Subtitle: The Quest for the Truth Behind The Long Walk, the Greatest Survival Story Ever Told Author: Linda Willis Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: For the first time, the truth behind the best-selling adventure narrative The Long Walk. Since 1956, The Long Walk has been, for many, the symbol of an immense love of freedom and has become one of the greatest true-life adventure stories of all time. The harrowing story about a group of POWs who escaped a labor camp in Siberia and walked to freedom in India during WWII deeply affected thousands of its readers, and Linda Willis was one of those moved by the story. But she had questions about its authenticity: Was it all true? What happened after their arrival in India? Were there others involved in the story? Who was Mr. Smith? Though she was not a trained researcher, Willis felt compelled to look at some of the most powerful aspects of the story and to try to dig to the core of the truth behind The Long Walk. Willis investigation took her down unforeseen byways with many hours spent unraveling facts, truths, half-truths, rumors, and the like. She waded through archives, wrote and spoke to hundreds of people, and continued to seek out and verify the details of the greatest adventure narrative ever written. The path of Willis research will be a model for anyone attempting a similar search and who has ever thought about the story behind a book. No one who reads Looking for Mr. Smith will ever think of The Long Walk in the same way. Editorial Reviews: Kate Readings affable narration of Linda Willis investigation into the beloved best seller The Long Walk creates an intimate atmosphere. Willis had long admired the story of a group of prisoners of war who escaped Siberia and walked to India during the Second World War. Yet, she questioned whether everything in the book - first published in 1956 - was true. What really happened upon their arrival? She set off on a quest to prove the veracity of the account, which led her to interview scores of people and to scour archives. This audiobook presents her findings. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Linda Willis) Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:00:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Looking-for-Mr-Smith-Audiobook/B00BFZVW38 thebookvoice.com 09:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking for Mr. Smith Subtitle: The Quest for the Truth Behind The Long Walk, the Greatest Survival Story Ever Told Author: Linda Willis Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: For the first time, the truth behind the best-selling adventure narrative The Long Walk. Since 1956, The Long Walk has been, for many, the symbol of an immense love of freedom and has become one of the greatest true-life adventure stories of all time. The harrowing story about a group of POWs who escaped a labor camp in Siberia and walked to freedom in India during WWII deeply affected thousands of its readers, and Linda Willis was one of those moved by the story. But she had questions about its authenticity: Was it all true? What happened after their arrival in India? Were there others involved in the story? Who was Mr. Smith? Though she was not a trained researcher, Willis felt compelled to look at some of the most powerful aspects of the story and to try to dig to the core of the truth behind The Long Walk. Willis investigation took her down unforeseen byways with many hours spent unraveling facts, truths, half-truths, rumors, and the like. She waded through archives, wrote and spoke to hundreds of people, and continued to seek out and verify the details of the greatest adventure narrative ever written. The path of Willis research will be a model for anyone attempting a similar search and who has ever thought about the story behind a book. No one who reads Looking for Mr. Smith will ever think of The Long Walk in the same way. Editorial Reviews: Kate Readings affable narration of Linda Willis investigation into the beloved best seller The Long Walk creates an intimate atmosphere. Willis had long admired the story of a group of prisoners of war who escaped Siberia and walked to India during the Second World War. Yet, she questioned whether everything in the book - first published in 1956 - was true. What really happened upon their arrival? She set off on a quest to prove the veracity of the account, which led her to interview scores of people and to scour archives. This audiobook presents her findings. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking for Mr. Smith Subtitle: The Quest for the Truth Behind The Long Walk, the Greatest Survival Story Ever Told Author: Linda Willis Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: For the first time, the truth behind the best-selling adventure narrative The Long Walk. Since 1956, The Long Walk has been, for many, the symbol of an immense love of freedom and has become one of the greatest true-life adventure stories of all time. The harrowing story about a group of POWs who escaped a labor camp in Siberia and walked to freedom in India during WWII deeply affected thousands of its readers, and Linda Willis was one of those moved by the story. But she had questions about its authenticity: Was it all true? What happened after their arrival in India? Were there others involved in the story? Who was Mr. Smith? Though she was not a trained researcher, Willis felt compelled to look at some of the most powerful aspects of the story and to try to dig to the core of the truth behind The Long Walk. Willis investigation took her down unforeseen byways with many hours spent unraveling facts, truths, half-truths, rumors, and the like. She waded through archives, wrote and spoke to hundreds of people, and continued to seek out and verify the details of the greatest adventure narrative ever written. The path of Willis research will be a model for anyone attempting a similar search and who has ever thought about the story behind a book. No one who reads Looking for Mr. Smith will ever think of The Long Walk in the same way. Editorial Reviews: Kate Readings affable narration of Linda Willis investigation into the beloved best seller The Long Walk creates an intimate atmosphere. Willis had long admired the story of a group of prisoners of war who escaped Siberia and walked to India during the Second World War. Yet, she questioned whether everything in the book - first published in 1956 - was true. What really happened upon their arrival? She set off on a quest to prove the veracity of the account, which led her to interview scores of people and to scour archives. This audiobook presents her findings. Members Reviews: A good synopsis of a research project and should be heard with that in mind. It is note a recreational novel. I enjoyed it w A good synopsis of a research project and should be heard with that in mind. It is note a recreational novel. I enjoyed it this in mind. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/What-Katy-Did-Next-Audiobook/B002V8KXD8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Katy Did Next Author: Susan Coolidge Narrator: Susan O'Malley Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Katy was the sort of girl who might do anything next, so long as it was something exciting! At 21, she was as eager for adventure as ever, and what greater adventure could there be for an American girl than a trip to Europe? (P)2001 Blackstone Audiobooks bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Susan Coolidge) Fri, 05 May 2006 08:39:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/What-Katy-Did-Next-Audiobook/B002V8KXD8 thebookvoice.com 05:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Katy Did Next Author: Susan Coolidge Narrator: Susan O'Malley Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Katy was the sort of girl who might do anything next, so long as it was something exciting! At 21, she was as eager for adventure as ever, and what greater adventure could there be for an American girl than a trip to Europe? (P)2001 Blackstone Audiobooks Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Katy Did Next Author: Susan Coolidge Narrator: Susan O'Malley Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Kids & Young Adults Publisher's Summary: Katy was the sort of girl who might do anything next, so long as it was something exciting! At 21, she was as eager for adventure as ever, and what greater adventure could there be for an American girl than a trip to Europe? (P)2001 Blackstone Audiobooks Members Reviews: I enjoyed it in my childhood and I recently enjoyed it ... I would not deign to malign a childhood classic such as this. I enjoyed it in my childhood and I recently enjoyed it again. It is possibly a little Olde Worlde for the kids of today but avid readers will still get pleasure from this series. This era of writing has passed and I think the world is poorer for it. nostalgic indulgence I think 40 years must have passed since I last read What Katy Did. As a child I read it several times, and although not tall like Katy, in many other ways, being the eldest, a bit of a story teller, and often trying so hard to be good but often failing, I felt I WAS Katy. Reading it now as an adult I can see the strong moral overtones that underlay the story... virtues of patience, tolerance and kindness, that I half realised were in the story, but as a young reader, I think I glossed over in my race to see what would happen to Katy. I would not recommend this to any younger readers who have not developed reading stamina, but there are still some romantic young souls out there who will also fall under Katy's spell. For adults out there who want to revisit Katy... do it, it may surprise you how much you have forgotten! Enjoyable, but not on par with other Puffin Classics. I'm usually a fan of classic children's literature, and I've thoroughly enjoyed many other Puffin Classics, but What Katy Did was just okay. The moral of the story is a bit heavy handed, and Katy, although cute, is hardly one of those wonderfully charming and charismatic characters that will stay with you forever (like Anne of Green Gables or Jo from Little Women). If you like this genre, What Katy Did is worth reading, but it probably won't win a permanent place on your shelf. Charming, sweet, fun... Really cute book for kids. Maybe not the most compelling or exciting, but very nice and clean and entertaining. Most of all it is charming. I don't have kids, but I would buy this for them in a heartbeat. Maybe I should start compiling a list! For adults and children alike This is a classic book I have never read until now. The wonderfully boisterous Carr family is a delight. Their father, Dr Carr, knows how to bring children up with freedom and love. His sister tries her best to instill discipline but it is an uphill battle. When Katy gets injured she rails against being confined. But gradually there is a change in her attitude and her relationships with the other children and her father and aunt change also. It was an absolute delight to read, and not just for children. Highly recommended https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Science-of-War-Audiobook/B0036I8UGE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Science of War Subtitle: Weapons, A ScientificAmerican.com Special Online Issue Narrator: Mark Moran Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-02 Publisher: Scientific American Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This ScientificAmerican.com special report covers the development and spread of weapons. You'll hear how ancient weapons worked; about the growing concern of the proliferation of submarines and fast warp drives in subs; the threats posed by bio-weapons and land mines, and the future of non-lethal weapons. Want more Scientific American? You can listen to previous issues by clicking on under periodicals. ©2002 Scientific American, Inc. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Earl Cook) Fri, 22 Mar 2002 15:13:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Science-of-War-Audiobook/B0036I8UGE thebookvoice.com 02:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Science of War Subtitle: Weapons, A ScientificAmerican.com Special Online Issue Narrator: Mark Moran Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-02 Publisher: Scientific American Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This ScientificAmerican.com special report covers the development and spread of weapons. You'll hear how ancient weapons worked; about the growing concern of the proliferation of submarines and fast warp drives in subs; the threats posed by bio-weapons and land mines, and the future of non-lethal weapons. Want more Scientific American? You can listen to previous issues by clicking on under periodicals. ©2002 Scientific American, Inc. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Science of War Subtitle: Weapons, A ScientificAmerican.com Special Online Issue Narrator: Mark Moran Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 03-22-02 Publisher: Scientific American Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This ScientificAmerican.com special report covers the development and spread of weapons. You'll hear how ancient weapons worked; about the growing concern of the proliferation of submarines and fast warp drives in subs; the threats posed by bio-weapons and land mines, and the future of non-lethal weapons. Want more Scientific American? You can listen to previous issues by clicking on under periodicals. ©2002 Scientific American, Inc. Members Reviews: Fast talker - Slow start The narrator reads a bit too fast for my taste. And while the first writing wasn't all that interesting to me, the writings after that about submarines, landmines, biological warfare, etc... were. Audible needs new narrators! The same narrator reads almost every periodical or magazine to which I have listened on Audible.com. Yawnnnnn!!!!! Also, there is WAY too much depth given to some topics. An example would be the comparison of our system of elections. After about 20 minutes of statistical data about the way different elections would work, the listener tends to "turn off" everything that the narrator is saying. Audible needs new and fresh readers for some of their most popular periodicals. Weapons are a GO! If you are interested in the nitty gritty of the history of weapon technology, up until present day, this is a must listen. Will keep you intriged to the last minute as to the outer reaches that technology has advanced modern day warfare. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Notes-From-the-Underground-Audiobook/B00NIYVC0C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Notes From the Underground Subtitle: The Long History of Tunnel Warfare Author: Arthur Herman Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-14 Publisher: Foreign Affairs Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Compared with the most sophisticated weapons systems in use today, tunnels have withstood the test of time. Theres no way to know how long drones or lasers or anti-missile defense systems will last, but as long as there is warfare, tunnels will almost certainly be part of the fight. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Arthur Herman) Fri, 12 Sep 2014 20:54:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Notes-From-the-Underground-Audiobook/B00NIYVC0C thebookvoice.com 00:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Notes From the Underground Subtitle: The Long History of Tunnel Warfare Author: Arthur Herman Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-14 Publisher: Foreign Affairs Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Compared with the most sophisticated weapons systems in use today, tunnels have withstood the test of time. Theres no way to know how long drones or lasers or anti-missile defense systems will last, but as long as there is warfare, tunnels will almost certainly be part of the fight. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Notes From the Underground Subtitle: The Long History of Tunnel Warfare Author: Arthur Herman Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-14 Publisher: Foreign Affairs Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Compared with the most sophisticated weapons systems in use today, tunnels have withstood the test of time. Theres no way to know how long drones or lasers or anti-missile defense systems will last, but as long as there is warfare, tunnels will almost certainly be part of the fight. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Espionage-and-Covert-Operations-A-Global-History-Audiobook/B00D8J4Y9I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Espionage and Covert Operations: A Global History Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1038 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Step into the real world of the spy with this detailed and unforgettable tour of the millennia-long history and enduring legacy of espionage and covert operations. While most of us associate this top-secret subject with popular fiction and film, its true story is more fascinating, surprising, and important than you could possibly imagine. These 24 thrilling lectures survey how world powers have attempted to work in the shadows to gain secret information or subvert enemies behind the scenes. Filled with stories and insights that will change the way you think about world history's most defining events, this course lets you peer inside a subject whose truths most people are unaware of. Professor Liulevicius introduces you to the inner workings of covert organizations, including the Oprichnina, a feared secret service established by tsar Ivan the Terrible in the 1500s in an effort to cleanse Russia of treasonous activities; the CIA, established in 1947 by President Truman to replace the Office of Secret Services to be in charge of all intelligence collection and which had an embarrassing early history; and Mossad, Israel's version of the CIA, which won a series of key intelligence victories during the cold war and over terror attacks and hostage crises in the second half of the 20th century. You'll also meet famous and infamous spies, including Sir Francis Walsingham, Mata Hari, and Kim Philby. In this stirring series of lectures, you'll study the psychological motives behind spies, the ethics of cyber warfare and corporate espionage, the question of whether we now live in a surveillance society, and more. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 08:06:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Espionage-and-Covert-Operations-A-Global-History-Audiobook/B00D8J4Y9I thebookvoice.com 12:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Espionage and Covert Operations: A Global History Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1038 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Step into the real world of the spy with this detailed and unforgettable tour of the millennia-long history and enduring legacy of espionage and covert operations. While most of us associate this top-secret subject with popular fiction and film, its true story is more fascinating, surprising, and important than you could possibly imagine. These 24 thrilling lectures survey how world powers have attempted to work in the shadows to gain secret information or subvert enemies behind the scenes. Filled with stories and insights that will change the way you think about world history's most defining events, this course lets you peer inside a subject whose truths most people are unaware of. Professor Liulevicius introduces you to the inner workings of covert organizations, including the Oprichnina, a feared secret service established by tsar Ivan the Terrible in the 1500s in an effort to cleanse Russia of treasonous activities; the CIA, established in 1947 by President Truman to replace the Office of Secret Services to be in charge of all intelligence collection and which had an embarrassing early history; and Mossad, Israel's version of the CIA, which won a series of key intelligence victories during the cold war and over terror attacks and hostage crises in the second half of the 20th century. You'll also meet famous and infamous spies, including Sir Francis Walsingham, Mata Hari, and Kim Philby. In this stirring series of lectures, you'll study the psychological motives behind spies, the ethics of cyber warfare and corporate espionage, the question of whether we now live in a surveillance society, and more. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Espionage and Covert Operations: A Global History Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Vejas Gabriel Liulevicius Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1038 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Step into the real world of the spy with this detailed and unforgettable tour of the millennia-long history and enduring legacy of espionage and covert operations. While most of us associate this top-secret subject with popular fiction and film, its true story is more fascinating, surprising, and important than you could possibly imagine. These 24 thrilling lectures survey how world powers have attempted to work in the shadows to gain secret information or subvert enemies behind the scenes. Filled with stories and insights that will change the way you think about world history's most defining events, this course lets you peer inside a subject whose truths most people are unaware of. Professor Liulevicius introduces you to the inner workings of covert organizations, including the Oprichnina, a feared secret service established by tsar Ivan the Terrible in the 1500s in an effort to cleanse Russia of treasonous activities; the CIA, established in 1947 by President Truman to replace the Office of Secret Services to be in charge of all intelligence collection and which had an embarrassing early history; and Mossad, Israel's version of the CIA, which won a series of key intelligence victories during the cold war and over terror attacks and hostage crises in the second half of the 20th century. You'll also meet famous and infamous spies, including Sir Francis Walsingham, Mata Hari, and Kim Philby. In this stirring series of lectures, you'll study the psychological motives behind spies, the ethics of cyber warfare and corporate espionage, the question of whether we now live in a surveillance society, and more. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: depends what you're after What did you like best about Espionage and Covert Operations: A Global History? What did you like least? the second half of the book, dealing with the twentieth century is a clear and interesting overview Would you be willing to try another book from The Great Courses? Why or why not? Yes, this one book is likely not much of an indicator of what the others are like given they feature other speakers on other topics What three words best describe Professor Vejas Gabriel Liuleviciuss performance? listenable and engaging but not nuanced Was Espionage and Covert Operations: A Global History worth the listening time? the first half of the book was too superficial and remote. Insufficient context was established to give the brief key stories much meaningfulness and there was little to no reflection; no sooner have you started to care about the story he's telling than he's moved on from it. granted this is an overview but it's just too skirting in its approach. if time is such a restriction the lecturer really needs to let certain stories go in order to more fully flesh out others. the second half doesn't employ a substantially different approach but there's a continuity and proximity of context that makes it substantially more satisfying. Perhaps too broad a topic for this format? Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? I would. It covers so much that you are bound to find something that interests you. Would you be willing to try another book from The Great Courses? Why or why not? No. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Betrayal-Audiobook/B01N9JOKDP Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Betrayal Subtitle: The Centurions I Author: Anthony Riches Narrator: Mark Noble Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-17 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Rome, AD 68. Nero has committed suicide. One hundred years of imperial rule by the descendants of Julius Caesar has ended, and chaos rules. His successor, Galba, dismisses the incorruptible Germans of the Imperial Bodyguard for the crime of loyalty to the dead emperor. Ordering them back to their homeland, he releases a Batavi officer from a Roman prison to be their prefect. But Julius Civilis is not the loyal servant of empire that he seems. Four centurions, two Batavi and two Roman, will be caught up in the intrigues and the battles that follow - as friends, as victims, as leaders and as enemies. Hramn is First Spear of the Bodyguard. Fiercely proud of his men's honour and furious at their disgrace, he leads them back to the Batavi homeland to face an uncertain future. Alcaeus is a centurion with the tribe's cohorts serving Rome on the northern frontier - men whose fighting skills prove crucial as Roman vies with Roman for the throne. A wolf-priest of Hercules, he wields the authority of his god and his own fighting prowess. Marius is a Roman, first spear of the Fifth Legion: a self-made man who hates politics but cannot avoid them in a year of murderous intrigue. Aquillius, former first spear of the Eighth Augustan, like Hramn, is in disgrace for refusing to dishonour his oath of loyalty. But their paths will lead them to opposite sides of an unforgiving war. And Civilis, Kivilaz to his countrymen, heroic leader, Roman citizen and patriotic Batavi, will change the course of both the empire's destiny and that of the centurions. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anthony Riches) Thu, 09 Mar 2017 23:13:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Betrayal-Audiobook/B01N9JOKDP thebookvoice.com 14:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Betrayal Subtitle: The Centurions I Author: Anthony Riches Narrator: Mark Noble Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-17 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Rome, AD 68. Nero has committed suicide. One hundred years of imperial rule by the descendants of Julius Caesar has ended, and chaos rules. His successor, Galba, dismisses the incorruptible Germans of the Imperial Bodyguard for the crime of loyalty to the dead emperor. Ordering them back to their homeland, he releases a Batavi officer from a Roman prison to be their prefect. But Julius Civilis is not the loyal servant of empire that he seems. Four centurions, two Batavi and two Roman, will be caught up in the intrigues and the battles that follow - as friends, as victims, as leaders and as enemies. Hramn is First Spear of the Bodyguard. Fiercely proud of his men's honour and furious at their disgrace, he leads them back to the Batavi homeland to face an uncertain future. Alcaeus is a centurion with the tribe's cohorts serving Rome on the northern frontier - men whose fighting skills prove crucial as Roman vies with Roman for the throne. A wolf-priest of Hercules, he wields the authority of his god and his own fighting prowess. Marius is a Roman, first spear of the Fifth Legion: a self-made man who hates politics but cannot avoid them in a year of murderous intrigue. Aquillius, former first spear of the Eighth Augustan, like Hramn, is in disgrace for refusing to dishonour his oath of loyalty. But their paths will lead them to opposite sides of an unforgiving war. And Civilis, Kivilaz to his countrymen, heroic leader, Roman citizen and patriotic Batavi, will change the course of both the empire's destiny and that of the centurions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Betrayal Subtitle: The Centurions I Author: Anthony Riches Narrator: Mark Noble Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-17 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Rome, AD 68. Nero has committed suicide. One hundred years of imperial rule by the descendants of Julius Caesar has ended, and chaos rules. His successor, Galba, dismisses the incorruptible Germans of the Imperial Bodyguard for the crime of loyalty to the dead emperor. Ordering them back to their homeland, he releases a Batavi officer from a Roman prison to be their prefect. But Julius Civilis is not the loyal servant of empire that he seems. Four centurions, two Batavi and two Roman, will be caught up in the intrigues and the battles that follow - as friends, as victims, as leaders and as enemies. Hramn is First Spear of the Bodyguard. Fiercely proud of his men's honour and furious at their disgrace, he leads them back to the Batavi homeland to face an uncertain future. Alcaeus is a centurion with the tribe's cohorts serving Rome on the northern frontier - men whose fighting skills prove crucial as Roman vies with Roman for the throne. A wolf-priest of Hercules, he wields the authority of his god and his own fighting prowess. Marius is a Roman, first spear of the Fifth Legion: a self-made man who hates politics but cannot avoid them in a year of murderous intrigue. Aquillius, former first spear of the Eighth Augustan, like Hramn, is in disgrace for refusing to dishonour his oath of loyalty. But their paths will lead them to opposite sides of an unforgiving war. And Civilis, Kivilaz to his countrymen, heroic leader, Roman citizen and patriotic Batavi, will change the course of both the empire's destiny and that of the centurions. Members Reviews: It's very good, definitely worth reading My only problem was it, at first, is a bit convoluted and hard to follow. There are so many major players at first, it's a little trouble keeping up (especially with similar Roman names). Eventually you catch on, the the novel hit its climactic battle and ended. I wanted more! Too much talking I like books that move. When they get bogged down with jibber jabber I skip it. I cant finish this book. ok... good book and interesting ... not exiting or thrilling. not sure if I'd listen to it again. A difficult topic to write about Where does Betrayal rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I have very much enjoyed Antony Riches previous books so I looked forward to his latest offering this is however somewhat different in style. The backdrop to this novel is the year of the four Emperors this took place in the year AD 69, in which four emperors ruled in succession: Galba, Otho, Vitellius, and finally Vespasian. This prompted by the suicide of the emperor Nero in 68 was followed by a brief period of civil war. This means that to fully cover the topic must have been difficult, especially when it also introduces the revolt of the Batavi which took place in the Roman province of Germania Inferior ( It was an uprising against the Roman Empire started by the Batavi, a small but militarily powerful Germanic tribe that inhabited the delta of the river Rhine; and joined by some neighbouring Germanic tribes, The writer spends a lot of time outlining the events that took place there being such confusion during the year AD 69 The book as such is short on the action that Antony Riches has treated us to in the past ... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Battle-for-the-Falklands-Audiobook/B00KO56EXI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Battle for the Falklands Author: Max Hastings Narrator: Cameron Stewart Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Falklands War was one of the strangest in British history - 28,000 men sent to fight for a tiny relic of empire 8,000 miles from home. At the time, many Britons saw it as a tragic absurdity, but the British victory confirmed the quality of British arms and boosted the political fortunes of the Conservative government. But it left a chequered aftermath; it was of no wider significance for British interests and taught no lessons. It has since been overshadowed by the two Gulf Wars, however, its political ramifications cannot be overestimated. Max Hastings and Simon Jenkins account of the conflict is a modern classic of war reportage and the definitive book on the war. Republished as part of the Pan Military Classics series, The Battle for the Falklands is a vivid chronicle of a call to arms and a thoughtful and informed analysis of an astonishing chapter in the history of our times. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has won many awards for his journalism, particularly his work in the south Atlantic in 1982. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Max Hastings) Mon, 02 Jun 2014 08:58:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Battle-for-the-Falklands-Audiobook/B00KO56EXI thebookvoice.com 16:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Battle for the Falklands Author: Max Hastings Narrator: Cameron Stewart Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Falklands War was one of the strangest in British history - 28,000 men sent to fight for a tiny relic of empire 8,000 miles from home. At the time, many Britons saw it as a tragic absurdity, but the British victory confirmed the quality of British arms and boosted the political fortunes of the Conservative government. But it left a chequered aftermath; it was of no wider significance for British interests and taught no lessons. It has since been overshadowed by the two Gulf Wars, however, its political ramifications cannot be overestimated. Max Hastings and Simon Jenkins account of the conflict is a modern classic of war reportage and the definitive book on the war. Republished as part of the Pan Military Classics series, The Battle for the Falklands is a vivid chronicle of a call to arms and a thoughtful and informed analysis of an astonishing chapter in the history of our times. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has won many awards for his journalism, particularly his work in the south Atlantic in 1982. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Battle for the Falklands Author: Max Hastings Narrator: Cameron Stewart Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Falklands War was one of the strangest in British history - 28,000 men sent to fight for a tiny relic of empire 8,000 miles from home. At the time, many Britons saw it as a tragic absurdity, but the British victory confirmed the quality of British arms and boosted the political fortunes of the Conservative government. But it left a chequered aftermath; it was of no wider significance for British interests and taught no lessons. It has since been overshadowed by the two Gulf Wars, however, its political ramifications cannot be overestimated. Max Hastings and Simon Jenkins account of the conflict is a modern classic of war reportage and the definitive book on the war. Republished as part of the Pan Military Classics series, The Battle for the Falklands is a vivid chronicle of a call to arms and a thoughtful and informed analysis of an astonishing chapter in the history of our times. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has won many awards for his journalism, particularly his work in the south Atlantic in 1982. Members Reviews: The Story behind the Story of the Falklands war Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Hastings and Jenkins have provided a very detailed account of what happened before the conflict and the failure of the major powers to settle a very simple question by diplomatic means. Efforts by Great Briton, the US and Argentina to resolve the question of who should own this tiny piece of real estate went back many years but after numerous meetings by various high powered teams of negotiators agreement could not be obtained. Argentina then took the first step by sending troops to occupy the islands, effectively challenging Great Briton to do something (or nothing as they assumed) about it. There followed the decision to take back the Islands by force and this forms the major part of the story. A fascinating tale of success in spite of many errors and mistakes by all those involved. Very well written and an excellent narration by Stewart What other book might you compare Battle for the Falklands to and why? I have listened to a number of Hasting's books and have yet to find one that has proved to lack interest. All his works are well researched and, more importantly a great story to tell. His work "Bomber Command" and "The Second World War" are both highly recommended Have you listened to any of Cameron Stewarts other performances before? How does this one compare? Have not heard Cameron Stewart before. His delivery was excellent including pronunciations of the Spanish and other foreign names and places. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Not sure? Any additional comments? This book comes highly recommended. One sided--British view Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? A narrative history--well done-- as usual for Max Hastings Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes Any additional comments? Hastings does make an effort to present the Falklands crisis in context of Argentine history and politics, but still rather one-sided British perspective. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Bomber-Command-Audiobook/B00KO568UM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bomber Command Author: Max Hastings Narrator: Barnaby Edwards Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: With an introduction read by Max Hastings. Bomber Command's offensive against the cities of Germany was one of the epic campaigns of the Second World War. More than 56,000 British and Commonwealth aircrew and 600,000 Germans died in the course of the RAF's attempt to win the war by bombing. The struggle began in 1939 with a few score primitive Whitleys, Hampdens and Wellingtons, and ended six years later with 1,600 Lancasters, Halifaxes, and Mosquitoes razing whole cities in a single night. Max Hastings traced the developments of area bombing using a wealth of documnets, letters, diaries, and interviews with key surviving witnesses. Bomber Command is his classic account of one of the most controversial struggles of the war. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has received many awards for his journalism and was knighted in 2002. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Max Hastings) Mon, 02 Jun 2014 14:31:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Bomber-Command-Audiobook/B00KO568UM thebookvoice.com 18:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bomber Command Author: Max Hastings Narrator: Barnaby Edwards Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: With an introduction read by Max Hastings. Bomber Command's offensive against the cities of Germany was one of the epic campaigns of the Second World War. More than 56,000 British and Commonwealth aircrew and 600,000 Germans died in the course of the RAF's attempt to win the war by bombing. The struggle began in 1939 with a few score primitive Whitleys, Hampdens and Wellingtons, and ended six years later with 1,600 Lancasters, Halifaxes, and Mosquitoes razing whole cities in a single night. Max Hastings traced the developments of area bombing using a wealth of documnets, letters, diaries, and interviews with key surviving witnesses. Bomber Command is his classic account of one of the most controversial struggles of the war. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has received many awards for his journalism and was knighted in 2002. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bomber Command Author: Max Hastings Narrator: Barnaby Edwards Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: With an introduction read by Max Hastings. Bomber Command's offensive against the cities of Germany was one of the epic campaigns of the Second World War. More than 56,000 British and Commonwealth aircrew and 600,000 Germans died in the course of the RAF's attempt to win the war by bombing. The struggle began in 1939 with a few score primitive Whitleys, Hampdens and Wellingtons, and ended six years later with 1,600 Lancasters, Halifaxes, and Mosquitoes razing whole cities in a single night. Max Hastings traced the developments of area bombing using a wealth of documnets, letters, diaries, and interviews with key surviving witnesses. Bomber Command is his classic account of one of the most controversial struggles of the war. Max Hastings, author of over 20 books, has been editor of the Daily Telegraph and the Evening Standard. He has received many awards for his journalism and was knighted in 2002. Members Reviews: Stunningly real. Gritty. Breathtaking. My favorite WWII book, second only to The Rise and Fall. I often fear getting into my car to hear the book, wondering what our poor lads will suffer tonight. And the most thoughtful and cogent analysis of area bombing you will EVER hear. I told my WWII POW father to NOT read this book. He will be right back there in the 15th AF flying over Poland and Hungary. Too real. Just awesome. A more effective recount of 1940s paperwork I struggle slightly with this title. Large portions of the book felt cold and impersonal as the author quoted memorandum after memorandum in tedious detail. The personal stories of tribulation and courage where too few and far between, and the pain and suffering of war was relegated to almost a footnote. A well told story This is a well told story of the other great air campaign of the Second World War. In the US we normally only hear of the 8th Air Force. Well done on a wonderful telling of the story of Bomber Command from 1939 to 45. Good overview of British bomber campaign Hastings gives a comprehensive overview of the British WWII bombing campaign. He describes it from pretty much all angles. After listening to it, I had an even greater respect for the British bomber crews (it seems like being assigned to a heavy bomber crew was almost a death sentence during the war) while also confirming my already very negative opinion of the British leadership for their callous disregard for the massive civilian casualties -- or even for the lives of their own airmen. If the allies hadn't been the victors, Air Chief Marshal Sir Arthur "Bomber" Harris, in particular, would have almost certainly been charged as a war criminal. The need for area bombing of civilian targets by all the allies is a debate that will probably never be settled, but I think it will remain a serious black mark on an otherwise noble war effort. On a side note, why do the Brits think that all american's talk like John Wayne? Barnaby Edwards' narration is great except when he tries to do accents. His american accent is absolutely awful and detracts from the book. His Canadian accent isn't much better. Can we make an agreement that the American's won't try to do a British accent if the the Brits will agree not to try sound like Americans? Another great book by Max Hastings A master writer at the top of his game. Well worth the time. Well narrated too. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Endgame-in-the-Pacific-Audiobook/B0167GIXYA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Endgame in the Pacific Subtitle: Aviator, Book 3 Author: Leland Shanle Narrator: Thomas Block Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: Project 7 Alpha LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The third in Shanle's aviator trilogy, End Game takes the listener to the climactic battles of WWII in the Pacific and European Theaters. A retired naval aviator (fighter pilot) and former paratrooper, Shanle puts listeners in the cockpit as hundreds of aircraft engage in the biggest and deadliest dog fights in history. Storm the beaches of Pacific Islands with the Marines, parachute into France with the Army Airborne, and stand on the decks of the USS Johnston as the tiny Destroyer charges an entire Imperial Japanese Fleet by itself. While facing down the enemy, these same men and women hold together families and try to safeguard a small sense of normality inside of a whirlwind of death and destruction. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Leland Shanle) Tue, 06 Oct 2015 07:48:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Endgame-in-the-Pacific-Audiobook/B0167GIXYA thebookvoice.com 07:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Endgame in the Pacific Subtitle: Aviator, Book 3 Author: Leland Shanle Narrator: Thomas Block Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: Project 7 Alpha LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The third in Shanle's aviator trilogy, End Game takes the listener to the climactic battles of WWII in the Pacific and European Theaters. A retired naval aviator (fighter pilot) and former paratrooper, Shanle puts listeners in the cockpit as hundreds of aircraft engage in the biggest and deadliest dog fights in history. Storm the beaches of Pacific Islands with the Marines, parachute into France with the Army Airborne, and stand on the decks of the USS Johnston as the tiny Destroyer charges an entire Imperial Japanese Fleet by itself. While facing down the enemy, these same men and women hold together families and try to safeguard a small sense of normality inside of a whirlwind of death and destruction. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Endgame in the Pacific Subtitle: Aviator, Book 3 Author: Leland Shanle Narrator: Thomas Block Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: Project 7 Alpha LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The third in Shanle's aviator trilogy, End Game takes the listener to the climactic battles of WWII in the Pacific and European Theaters. A retired naval aviator (fighter pilot) and former paratrooper, Shanle puts listeners in the cockpit as hundreds of aircraft engage in the biggest and deadliest dog fights in history. Storm the beaches of Pacific Islands with the Marines, parachute into France with the Army Airborne, and stand on the decks of the USS Johnston as the tiny Destroyer charges an entire Imperial Japanese Fleet by itself. While facing down the enemy, these same men and women hold together families and try to safeguard a small sense of normality inside of a whirlwind of death and destruction. Members Reviews: Hellcats and Zeros What did you love best about Endgame in the Pacific? This rounds out Leland Shanle's WWII historical fiction Naval aviation trilogy. I had the honor of reading early versions of these books, and love the way Thomas Block brings them to life on audio. I'm honored that a character in this book is named after me, and thus my opinion is highly subjective. That said, I do highly recommend this series. The characters are very developed, there is constant action revealed in alternating points of view, and the details are expertly woven in. If you are turned on by Hellcats and Zeros, carrier decks and jungle warfare, you won't be disappointed. Who was your favorite character and why? Captain Mark Berry, of course ;-) What does Thomas Block bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Thomas Block makes me as a reader feel like I'm there. He has a great storytelling voice, especially for WWII era fiction. Any additional comments? Look for Chip Shanle's next novel Code Name: Infamy. It takes the reader past WWII and into a post war, Axis-power nuclear chase. Great addition to the series you've got to read it Would you listen to Endgame in the Pacific again? Why? Yes, it was exciting and entertaining What other book might you compare Endgame in the Pacific to and why? NObel House JAMES Clavel! It's a series with well developed characters heroes you root for we against global conflicts. Very entertaining Which scene was your favorite? All the flying scenes Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? the scenes that depicted the mind set of e Kama-Kazis Any additional comments? Mr Block is doing a great job narrating this series! The sound quality is excellent, Irish accent now I standing LOL https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Left-of-Bang-Audiobook/B0187WEUN0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Left of Bang Subtitle: How the Marine Corps Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life Author: Patrick Van Horne, Jason A. Riley Narrator: Danny Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 652 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: You walk into a restaurant and get an immediate sense that you should leave. You are about to step onto an elevator with a stranger, and something stops you. You interview a potential new employee who has the résumé to do the job, but something tells you not to offer the position. These scenarios all represent "left of bang", the moments before something bad happens. But how many times have you talked yourself out of leaving the restaurant, getting off the elevator, or getting over your silly "gut" feeling about someone? Is there a way not just to listen to your inner protector more but to actually increase your sensitivity to threats before they happen? Legendary marine general James Mattis asked the same question and issued a directive to operationalize the Marine Corps' Combat Hunter program. A comprehensive and no-nonsense approach to heightening each and every one of our gifts of fear, Left of Bang is the result. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Patrick Van Horne) Tue, 01 Dec 2015 13:02:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Left-of-Bang-Audiobook/B0187WEUN0 thebookvoice.com 05:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Left of Bang Subtitle: How the Marine Corps Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life Author: Patrick Van Horne, Jason A. Riley Narrator: Danny Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 652 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: You walk into a restaurant and get an immediate sense that you should leave. You are about to step onto an elevator with a stranger, and something stops you. You interview a potential new employee who has the résumé to do the job, but something tells you not to offer the position. These scenarios all represent "left of bang", the moments before something bad happens. But how many times have you talked yourself out of leaving the restaurant, getting off the elevator, or getting over your silly "gut" feeling about someone? Is there a way not just to listen to your inner protector more but to actually increase your sensitivity to threats before they happen? Legendary marine general James Mattis asked the same question and issued a directive to operationalize the Marine Corps' Combat Hunter program. A comprehensive and no-nonsense approach to heightening each and every one of our gifts of fear, Left of Bang is the result. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Left of Bang Subtitle: How the Marine Corps Combat Hunter Program Can Save Your Life Author: Patrick Van Horne, Jason A. Riley Narrator: Danny Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 652 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: You walk into a restaurant and get an immediate sense that you should leave. You are about to step onto an elevator with a stranger, and something stops you. You interview a potential new employee who has the résumé to do the job, but something tells you not to offer the position. These scenarios all represent "left of bang", the moments before something bad happens. But how many times have you talked yourself out of leaving the restaurant, getting off the elevator, or getting over your silly "gut" feeling about someone? Is there a way not just to listen to your inner protector more but to actually increase your sensitivity to threats before they happen? Legendary marine general James Mattis asked the same question and issued a directive to operationalize the Marine Corps' Combat Hunter program. A comprehensive and no-nonsense approach to heightening each and every one of our gifts of fear, Left of Bang is the result. Members Reviews: Easier to follow when read What does Danny Campbell bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Danny Campbell is an excellent narrator. I've listened to several other books he has narrated and I'm always impressed. Any additional comments? First let me say this, I've read and marked up both my physical copy and e-book of Left of Bang. In addition, I've completed the fantastic Basic and Advanced training course for the program. I decided to also grab the audiobook so that I could further my learning and listen to the concepts again and again as I drive. However, while listening to the audio I found it hard to follow along and stay engaged. The main issue I have with the audio version is that the content of the book doesn't lend itself well to an audio format, through no fault of the highly skilled authors, or the talented narrator. The content is so rich, and requires such careful study, that simply listening to the audiobook leaves the listener with the sense they've missed something valuable. That being said, do study this book, learn from it, apply the skills to enhance your safety. The how to spot unsafe conditions I found it very good to know spot unsafe conditions . I was in Vietnam and I used some of the techque in combat. It saved my butt. skip first 25% The first 25%, literally, is a commercial for this book. The rest is good. Common Sense Presented as a Unique Concept The book doesn't really cover anything useful to anyone who understands situational awareness. The government paid a group to train our Soldiers and Marines to actually pay attention and practice situational awareness. Any combat arms MOS already does this. The book discusses how we need to be aware of anomalies such as entering an area that's too quiet when it's normally bustling with activity. The remaining examples are mostly redundant examples of reading body language that anyone with any level of social skills already knows- detecting signs of nervousness or confidence, etc. I wish I could say that it's a surprise to think that the government paid some civilian agency for this training, but it's not. In my career, I've seen millions wasted on similar programs. Left me wanting the training course!!! You can't really learn self-defense from a book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Sniper-Mind-Audiobook/B0787ZGNBQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sniper Mind Subtitle: Eliminate Fear, Deal with Uncertainty, and Make Better Decisions Author: David Amerland Narrator: Jonathan Cowley Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Snipers are exceptional. The trained sniper is a complex fusion of hard skills such as weapons knowledge, situational awareness, knowledge of ballistics and physics, and soft skills such as emotional stability, empathy, and a stoic acceptance of the hardships associated with a particular set of circumstances. There are countless instances where a single sniper, embarking on a secret mission, would have to improvise, operate beyond any hope of support, and yet still manage to carry out the mission and get back home unharmed even though the enemy was actively hunting him. For the first time ever, The Sniper Mind reveals the practical steps that allow a sniper's brain to work in this superhuman precise, calculated way. It teaches listeners how to understand and apply these steps, whether they are stuck in a cubicle facing mounting piles of work or sitting in a corner office making industry-defining decisions. By learning how snipers teach their minds to eliminate fears and deal with uncertainty we can also develop the mental toughness we need to achieve the goals that seem to elude us in business as well as in life. Critic Reviews: " The Sniper Mind proves, yet again, that the mindset of a military sniper can be applied successfully elsewhere." (Brandon Webb, New York Times best-selling author of Total Focus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Amerland) Tue, 26 Dec 2017 01:34:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Sniper-Mind-Audiobook/B0787ZGNBQ thebookvoice.com 11:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sniper Mind Subtitle: Eliminate Fear, Deal with Uncertainty, and Make Better Decisions Author: David Amerland Narrator: Jonathan Cowley Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Snipers are exceptional. The trained sniper is a complex fusion of hard skills such as weapons knowledge, situational awareness, knowledge of ballistics and physics, and soft skills such as emotional stability, empathy, and a stoic acceptance of the hardships associated with a particular set of circumstances. There are countless instances where a single sniper, embarking on a secret mission, would have to improvise, operate beyond any hope of support, and yet still manage to carry out the mission and get back home unharmed even though the enemy was actively hunting him. For the first time ever, The Sniper Mind reveals the practical steps that allow a sniper's brain to work in this superhuman precise, calculated way. It teaches listeners how to understand and apply these steps, whether they are stuck in a cubicle facing mounting piles of work or sitting in a corner office making industry-defining decisions. By learning how snipers teach their minds to eliminate fears and deal with uncertainty we can also develop the mental toughness we need to achieve the goals that seem to elude us in business as well as in life. Critic Reviews: " The Sniper Mind proves, yet again, that the mindset of a military sniper can be applied successfully elsewhere." (Brandon Webb, New York Times best-selling author of Total Focus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sniper Mind Subtitle: Eliminate Fear, Deal with Uncertainty, and Make Better Decisions Author: David Amerland Narrator: Jonathan Cowley Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Snipers are exceptional. The trained sniper is a complex fusion of hard skills such as weapons knowledge, situational awareness, knowledge of ballistics and physics, and soft skills such as emotional stability, empathy, and a stoic acceptance of the hardships associated with a particular set of circumstances. There are countless instances where a single sniper, embarking on a secret mission, would have to improvise, operate beyond any hope of support, and yet still manage to carry out the mission and get back home unharmed even though the enemy was actively hunting him. For the first time ever, The Sniper Mind reveals the practical steps that allow a sniper's brain to work in this superhuman precise, calculated way. It teaches listeners how to understand and apply these steps, whether they are stuck in a cubicle facing mounting piles of work or sitting in a corner office making industry-defining decisions. By learning how snipers teach their minds to eliminate fears and deal with uncertainty we can also develop the mental toughness we need to achieve the goals that seem to elude us in business as well as in life. Critic Reviews: " The Sniper Mind proves, yet again, that the mindset of a military sniper can be applied successfully elsewhere." (Brandon Webb, New York Times best-selling author of Total Focus) Members Reviews: Exceptional Life-Changing Guide for Everyone Looking to Improve their Personal/Business Life What do you know about snipers? Probably not much. This book will open your eyes on the subject, but it's NOT about snipers. It's not about war, although it certainly brings it up a time or two. This book is exceptional because it's all about helping you use the latest research in improving your mind. Your brain controls every part of your body, it controls your vitals (when was the last time you checked on your breathing or heartbeat intentionally?), the mind does it all and most of it on auto-pilot. But there's so much more to it. Can you use your hand to change its direction, without using your brain? Of course not. But what you CAN change with your brain is your brain! Not a typo, we're all capable of many extraordinary traits. We're all born with practically none and have to learn how to do just about everything as we grow. Yet once we reach adulthood, we kind of stop the learning process and our mind development. But our minds are capable to be much more and the author uses snipers and their amazing skills of being able to achieve seemingly unachievable, under intensely stressful, complicated and dangerous situations and achieve their objective, perfectly, almost every time they try. David Amerland interviewed hundreds of snipers to find out how do ordinary people turn into the extraordinary and then he explains the science behind their remarkable achievements, in terms of self-control, ability to make quick decisions under extremely difficult conditions, eliminate fear. And then he explains how the very tactics the snipers use could be used in a business environment to help the readers use these proven and extremely useful techniques in their personal and business lives. This book has plenty of historical references and interesting stories (ie it's entertaining and certainly not boring like so many business books are). https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/World-War-II-Discover-the-History-of-World-War-2-and-the-Powerful-Lessons-You-Can-Learn-and-How-to-Apply-Them-to-Your-Daily-Life-Audiobook/B00TG7XELA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: World War II: Discover the History of World War 2 and the Powerful Lessons You Can Learn and How to Apply Them to Your Daily Life Author: Rebecca Hartman Narrator: Troy McElfresh Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 02-11-15 Publisher: Fastlane LLC Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: World War II was by far one of the most significant wars of all time. Ripples of the splash this war made on history are still being felt today. Even more so than its predecessor, this was the most comprehensive global war. The focal point is the European battle front but there was just as much, if not more in Asia and even in Africa and the Americas. This war ushered in new battle tactics and humanitarian issues that would have far-reaching consequences. The war showed the unimportance of painting scenes by numbers, rather the significance of a well-laid strategy and the arising importance of technology. Treatment of prisoners, use of inhumane weaponry, and mass killings resulted in a new look at the actions of war. New international structures were put in place to keep this from happening. The fresh understanding of the negative impacts on society have kept countries in a more peaceful state with countries not allying up to confront another alliance but countries allying together to right previous wrongs. Some of those wrongs are even products of World War 2. Aside from repercussions on the war front, the outcomes of World War II have provided interesting new behavioral paradigm changes and ways of living. The actual battlefront has received a lot of attention and so have the aftereffects in a global-political scope but very little attention has been given to the way that people have thought since the conclusion of World War II. Being met with such atrocities and gruesome battles, the world changed absolutely and for the better. Let's explore the lessons that can be taken away from World War II and consider how to apply these lessons. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rebecca Hartman) Wed, 11 Feb 2015 08:22:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/World-War-II-Discover-the-History-of-World-War-2-and-the-Powerful-Lessons-You-Can-Learn-and-How-to-Apply-Them-to-Your-Daily-Life-Audiobook/B00TG7XELA thebookvoice.com 00:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: World War II: Discover the History of World War 2 and the Powerful Lessons You Can Learn and How to Apply Them to Your Daily Life Author: Rebecca Hartman Narrator: Troy McElfresh Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 02-11-15 Publisher: Fastlane LLC Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: World War II was by far one of the most significant wars of all time. Ripples of the splash this war made on history are still being felt today. Even more so than its predecessor, this was the most comprehensive global war. The focal point is the European battle front but there was just as much, if not more in Asia and even in Africa and the Americas. This war ushered in new battle tactics and humanitarian issues that would have far-reaching consequences. The war showed the unimportance of painting scenes by numbers, rather the significance of a well-laid strategy and the arising importance of technology. Treatment of prisoners, use of inhumane weaponry, and mass killings resulted in a new look at the actions of war. New international structures were put in place to keep this from happening. The fresh understanding of the negative impacts on society have kept countries in a more peaceful state with countries not allying up to confront another alliance but countries allying together to right previous wrongs. Some of those wrongs are even products of World War 2. Aside from repercussions on the war front, the outcomes of World War II have provided interesting new behavioral paradigm changes and ways of living. The actual battlefront has received a lot of attention and so have the aftereffects in a global-political scope but very little attention has been given to the way that people have thought since the conclusion of World War II. Being met with such atrocities and gruesome battles, the world changed absolutely and for the better. Let's explore the lessons that can be taken away from World War II and consider how to apply these lessons. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: World War II: Discover the History of World War 2 and the Powerful Lessons You Can Learn and How to Apply Them to Your Daily Life Author: Rebecca Hartman Narrator: Troy McElfresh Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 02-11-15 Publisher: Fastlane LLC Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: World War II was by far one of the most significant wars of all time. Ripples of the splash this war made on history are still being felt today. Even more so than its predecessor, this was the most comprehensive global war. The focal point is the European battle front but there was just as much, if not more in Asia and even in Africa and the Americas. This war ushered in new battle tactics and humanitarian issues that would have far-reaching consequences. The war showed the unimportance of painting scenes by numbers, rather the significance of a well-laid strategy and the arising importance of technology. Treatment of prisoners, use of inhumane weaponry, and mass killings resulted in a new look at the actions of war. New international structures were put in place to keep this from happening. The fresh understanding of the negative impacts on society have kept countries in a more peaceful state with countries not allying up to confront another alliance but countries allying together to right previous wrongs. Some of those wrongs are even products of World War 2. Aside from repercussions on the war front, the outcomes of World War II have provided interesting new behavioral paradigm changes and ways of living. The actual battlefront has received a lot of attention and so have the aftereffects in a global-political scope but very little attention has been given to the way that people have thought since the conclusion of World War II. Being met with such atrocities and gruesome battles, the world changed absolutely and for the better. Let's explore the lessons that can be taken away from World War II and consider how to apply these lessons. Members Reviews: Great insights and tips on how to become better person ... Very interesting view of WW II, lessons learned and their application in life. A short overview of the war is included and consequences to the current political and social world. Great insights and tips on how to become better person and build and foster fruitful relationships within communities. Nice reading. Four Stars well done This book is compact, straight to the points and ... This book is compact, straight to the points and informative. I learned what i need to know fast and you will learn it too. Not recommend this Would not get a good grade even for a junior high term paper. Not sure why it is published and made available for purchase Pathetic. Pathetic history of WWII, before, during and after the war. The lessons of life are even worse. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Battle-of-Antietam-Audiobook/B076PM65PM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Battle of Antietam Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 17 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: "Those in whose judgment I rely tell me that I fought the battle splendidly and that it was a masterpiece of art. ...I feel I have done all that can be asked in twice saving the country. ...I feel some little pride in having, with a beaten & demoralized army, defeated Lee so utterly." (George McClellan) In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The concise but comprehensive book will keep your kids' attention all the way to the end. The bloodiest day in American history took place on the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. On September 17, 1862, Robert E. Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia fought George McClellan's Union Army of the Potomac outside Sharpsburg along Antietam Creek. That day, nearly 25,000 would become casualties, and Lee's army would barely survive fighting the much bigger Northern army. The fighting that morning started with savage fighting on the Confederate left flank near Dunker church, in a corn field and forests. The Confederates barely held the field in the north sector, but even still, Lee's army may have been saved by the Northern army's inability to cross the creek near "Burnside's Bridge". Ambrose Burnside had been given command of the "Right Wing" of the Army of the Potomac (the I Corps and IX Corps) at the start of the Maryland Campaign for the Battle of South Mountain, but McClellan separated the two corps at the Battle of Antietam, placing them on opposite ends of the Union battle line. However, Burnside continued to act as though he was a wing commander instead of a corps commander, so instead of ordering the IX corps, he funneled orders through General Jacob D. Cox. This poor organization contributed to the corps's hours-long delay in attacking and crossing what is now called "Burnside's Bridge" on the right flank of the Confederate line. The delay allowed General A.P. Hill's Confederate division to reach the battlefield from Harpers Ferry in time to save Lee's right flank that afternoon. Fearing that his army was badly bloodied and figuring Lee had many more men than he did, McClellan refused to commit his reserves to continue the attacks. The day ended in a tactical stalemate. Although the battle was tactically a draw, it resulted in forcing Lee's army out of Maryland and back into Virginia, making it a strategic victory for the North and an opportune time for President Abraham Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing all slaves in the rebellious states. History for Kids: The Battle of Antietam comprehensively covers the fighting, analyzes the decisions made by the battle's most important leaders, and explains the aftermath of the battle and the legacies that were made and tarnished by the battle. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Wed, 25 Oct 2017 04:21:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-for-Kids-The-Battle-of-Antietam-Audiobook/B076PM65PM thebookvoice.com 00:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Battle of Antietam Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 17 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: "Those in whose judgment I rely tell me that I fought the battle splendidly and that it was a masterpiece of art. ...I feel I have done all that can be asked in twice saving the country. ...I feel some little pride in having, with a beaten & demoralized army, defeated Lee so utterly." (George McClellan) In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The concise but comprehensive book will keep your kids' attention all the way to the end. The bloodiest day in American history took place on the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. On September 17, 1862, Robert E. Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia fought George McClellan's Union Army of the Potomac outside Sharpsburg along Antietam Creek. That day, nearly 25,000 would become casualties, and Lee's army would barely survive fighting the much bigger Northern army. The fighting that morning started with savage fighting on the Confederate left flank near Dunker church, in a corn field and forests. The Confederates barely held the field in the north sector, but even still, Lee's army may have been saved by the Northern army's inability to cross the creek near "Burnside's Bridge". Ambrose Burnside had been given command of the "Right Wing" of the Army of the Potomac (the I Corps and IX Corps) at the start of the Maryland Campaign for the Battle of South Mountain, but McClellan separated the two corps at the Battle of Antietam, placing them on opposite ends of the Union battle line. However, Burnside continued to act as though he was a wing commander instead of a corps commander, so instead of ordering the IX corps, he funneled orders through General Jacob D. Cox. This poor organization contributed to the corps's hours-long delay in attacking and crossing what is now called "Burnside's Bridge" on the right flank of the Confederate line. The delay allowed General A.P. Hill's Confederate division to reach the battlefield from Harpers Ferry in time to save Lee's right flank that afternoon. Fearing that his army was badly bloodied and figuring Lee had many more men than he did, McClellan refused to commit his reserves to continue the attacks. The day ended in a tactical stalemate. Although the battle was tactically a draw, it resulted in forcing Lee's army out of Maryland and back into Virginia, making it a strategic victory for the North and an opportune time for President Abraham Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing all slaves in the rebellious states. History for Kids: The Battle of Antietam comprehensively covers the fighting, analyzes the decisions made by the battle's most important leaders, and explains the aftermath of the battle and the legacies that were made and tarnished by the battle. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History for Kids: The Battle of Antietam Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 17 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: "Those in whose judgment I rely tell me that I fought the battle splendidly and that it was a masterpiece of art. ...I feel I have done all that can be asked in twice saving the country. ...I feel some little pride in having, with a beaten & demoralized army, defeated Lee so utterly." (George McClellan) In Charles River Editors' History for Kids series, your children can learn about history's most important people and events in an easy, entertaining, and educational way. The concise but comprehensive book will keep your kids' attention all the way to the end. The bloodiest day in American history took place on the 75th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution. On September 17, 1862, Robert E. Lee's Confederate Army of Northern Virginia fought George McClellan's Union Army of the Potomac outside Sharpsburg along Antietam Creek. That day, nearly 25,000 would become casualties, and Lee's army would barely survive fighting the much bigger Northern army. The fighting that morning started with savage fighting on the Confederate left flank near Dunker church, in a corn field and forests. The Confederates barely held the field in the north sector, but even still, Lee's army may have been saved by the Northern army's inability to cross the creek near "Burnside's Bridge". Ambrose Burnside had been given command of the "Right Wing" of the Army of the Potomac (the I Corps and IX Corps) at the start of the Maryland Campaign for the Battle of South Mountain, but McClellan separated the two corps at the Battle of Antietam, placing them on opposite ends of the Union battle line. However, Burnside continued to act as though he was a wing commander instead of a corps commander, so instead of ordering the IX corps, he funneled orders through General Jacob D. Cox. This poor organization contributed to the corps's hours-long delay in attacking and crossing what is now called "Burnside's Bridge" on the right flank of the Confederate line. The delay allowed General A.P. Hill's Confederate division to reach the battlefield from Harpers Ferry in time to save Lee's right flank that afternoon. Fearing that his army was badly bloodied and figuring Lee had many more men than he did, McClellan refused to commit his reserves to continue the attacks. The day ended in a tactical stalemate. Although the battle was tactically a draw, it resulted in forcing Lee's army out of Maryland and back into Virginia, making it a strategic victory for the North and an opportune time for President Abraham Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing all slaves in the rebellious states. History for Kids: The Battle of Antietam comprehensively covers the fighting, analyzes the decisions made by the battle's most important leaders, and explains the aftermath of the battle and the legacies that were made and tarnished by the battle. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Relentless-Brit-Audiobook/B0193W25EY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Relentless Brit Subtitle: The Relentless Series Author: Sarina Rose Narrator: Cathy Burnham Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-15 Publisher: Rostek Publishing Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Conflict sets the pace. Relentless love rules the day. Marie Gentile is a young widow working in her brother's law office investigating divorce cases. She longs for adventure and the chance to work on criminal cases. She is lucky to have a job after the economic depression of the 1930s. As she sits in a diner waiting for a friend, a handsome man comes through the door and attracts her attention. Charles Stanhope is a handsome strong British secret agent who, in his words, is married to ending Hitler's war. He is in the United States to recruit Marie to assist him in preparing propaganda to be dropped over Italy to thwart the German Occupation and the rule of Mussolini. He succeeds, and the two spend evenings working together. It is love at first sight for him. He wants her with him. He has to arrange that. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sarina Rose) Wed, 09 Dec 2015 17:32:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Relentless-Brit-Audiobook/B0193W25EY thebookvoice.com 06:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Relentless Brit Subtitle: The Relentless Series Author: Sarina Rose Narrator: Cathy Burnham Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-15 Publisher: Rostek Publishing Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Conflict sets the pace. Relentless love rules the day. Marie Gentile is a young widow working in her brother's law office investigating divorce cases. She longs for adventure and the chance to work on criminal cases. She is lucky to have a job after the economic depression of the 1930s. As she sits in a diner waiting for a friend, a handsome man comes through the door and attracts her attention. Charles Stanhope is a handsome strong British secret agent who, in his words, is married to ending Hitler's war. He is in the United States to recruit Marie to assist him in preparing propaganda to be dropped over Italy to thwart the German Occupation and the rule of Mussolini. He succeeds, and the two spend evenings working together. It is love at first sight for him. He wants her with him. He has to arrange that. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Relentless Brit Subtitle: The Relentless Series Author: Sarina Rose Narrator: Cathy Burnham Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-09-15 Publisher: Rostek Publishing Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Conflict sets the pace. Relentless love rules the day. Marie Gentile is a young widow working in her brother's law office investigating divorce cases. She longs for adventure and the chance to work on criminal cases. She is lucky to have a job after the economic depression of the 1930s. As she sits in a diner waiting for a friend, a handsome man comes through the door and attracts her attention. Charles Stanhope is a handsome strong British secret agent who, in his words, is married to ending Hitler's war. He is in the United States to recruit Marie to assist him in preparing propaganda to be dropped over Italy to thwart the German Occupation and the rule of Mussolini. He succeeds, and the two spend evenings working together. It is love at first sight for him. He wants her with him. He has to arrange that. Members Reviews: Highly Recommended! I read and enjoyed Roseâs The Restless American, so I looked forward to reading The Restless Brit. I wasnât disappointed. In fact, I enjoyed this novel, the characters and story, even more than I did The Restless American. The story centers on the life of young widow Marie Gentile Anatopolous, who is grieving deeply for her husband Gus, who died as a result of a fluke accident during basic training for service in the army. Marie meets Charles Stanhope, and their lives become intertwined in the days leading up to the United Statesâ entry into World War II, and beyond, while they work as spies for the Allies. Love, romance, intrigue and adventure: They are all here in this excellent novel! ... story brought me back to the way life was like in the 1940's The story brought me back to the way life was like in the 1940's. The characters are realistic and believable. It also gave me an insight into the spy operations that were done by the United States during World War II. It showed me how everyday women became involved in being recruited to help the war effort. A great read! A Wartime Love Story This is a story of a love that is complicated by World War II. The main character is Marie, a young woman from New Jersey, who is recruited to spy for England. I especially liked the details of her training in Canada and her relationships with the friends she makes when she arrives in London. The descriptions of the bombing of London and the terror Marie feels are realistic and moving. I loved this book I loved this book. The characters are vivid and the storyline carries through unexpected scenarios yet the overall simplicity gives a sense of nostalgia and home. If you want to read a true love story, this one is worth it. Exciting and Intelligent! The Relentless Brit; very satisfying. We were away for a quite weekend and I forgot to take my book along. I noticed that my significant other was reading âThe Relentless Britâ and asked about it. Rather than tell me it was Romance tale, she said it was spy novel taking place in World War II about a widowed woman from New Jersey who becomes involved with the war effort and spying for Britain. I began reading by snatching peeks and then became hooked. The intrigue and story is wonderful. Get the book! You will not be disappointed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Third-Reich-Victorious-Audiobook/B0143ENHVC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Third Reich Victorious Subtitle: Alternate Histories of World War II Author: Peter G. Tsouras Narrator: David Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This book is a stimulating and entirely plausible insight into how Hitler and his generals might have defeated the Allies, and a convincing sideways look at the Third Reich's bid at world domination in World War II. What would have happened if, for example, the Germans captured the whole of the BEF at Dunkirk? Or if the RAF had been defeated in the Battle of Britain? What if the U-Boats had strangled Britain with an impregnable blockade, if Rommel had been triumphant in North Africa, or the Germans had beaten the Red Army at Kursk? The authors, writing as if these and other world-changing events had really happened, project realistic scenarios based on the true capabilities and circumstances of the opposing forces. Third Reich Victorious is a spirited and terrifying alternate history, and a telling insight into the dramatic possibilities of World War II. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter G. Tsouras) Tue, 25 Aug 2015 09:57:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Third-Reich-Victorious-Audiobook/B0143ENHVC thebookvoice.com 10:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Third Reich Victorious Subtitle: Alternate Histories of World War II Author: Peter G. Tsouras Narrator: David Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This book is a stimulating and entirely plausible insight into how Hitler and his generals might have defeated the Allies, and a convincing sideways look at the Third Reich's bid at world domination in World War II. What would have happened if, for example, the Germans captured the whole of the BEF at Dunkirk? Or if the RAF had been defeated in the Battle of Britain? What if the U-Boats had strangled Britain with an impregnable blockade, if Rommel had been triumphant in North Africa, or the Germans had beaten the Red Army at Kursk? The authors, writing as if these and other world-changing events had really happened, project realistic scenarios based on the true capabilities and circumstances of the opposing forces. Third Reich Victorious is a spirited and terrifying alternate history, and a telling insight into the dramatic possibilities of World War II. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Third Reich Victorious Subtitle: Alternate Histories of World War II Author: Peter G. Tsouras Narrator: David Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This book is a stimulating and entirely plausible insight into how Hitler and his generals might have defeated the Allies, and a convincing sideways look at the Third Reich's bid at world domination in World War II. What would have happened if, for example, the Germans captured the whole of the BEF at Dunkirk? Or if the RAF had been defeated in the Battle of Britain? What if the U-Boats had strangled Britain with an impregnable blockade, if Rommel had been triumphant in North Africa, or the Germans had beaten the Red Army at Kursk? The authors, writing as if these and other world-changing events had really happened, project realistic scenarios based on the true capabilities and circumstances of the opposing forces. Third Reich Victorious is a spirited and terrifying alternate history, and a telling insight into the dramatic possibilities of World War II. Members Reviews: informed, interesting alternate history this is a collection of alternate WWII outcomes from very well informed authors. the best stories of the collection dwell on how close the contest was; and, the differering ideologies within and between key figures in the contest. My favorite stories feature either Hitler defeferred to another career in the Navy and Rommel's successful use of echelon formations strategy to win an Eastern campaign. A fresh look at WW2 - false but makes one wonder. Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? First the negative stuff. The narrator did nothing to improve the story. Almost monotone at times, specially when he was telling of countless divisions, regiments, men and such in different armies. I sometimes got totally lost in it. That is of course not entirely the narrator's fault as the stories are sometimes kind a like it. Having said that, I felt as I was listening to flat alternative history book but not a fiction. By adding personal conversations and personal experiences it would have been so much more interesting and thrilling. And if the narrator is good that brings extra spice to it. Well, when you have figured out the strategic movements of the 6th Soviet army and the 6th German army for instance, demolition of various Polish towns and so on, one get carried away in the story. All the mistakes that were made in real WW2 are suddenly turned around and you feel strangely satisfied not even being a Nazi sympathizer. I have often wandered, why did they do this or that and here is everything changed for the better ... or not? Would you be willing to try another one of David Bakers performances? I'm not quite sure. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Definitely yes! Some of it is really interesting Some of the stories are very plausible, and exciting, even terrifying! The narration can be dull at times. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Defending-Sea-Breezes-Audiobook/B01AOJ4I2C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defending Sea Breezes Subtitle: When the Collapse Comes, What if Your Family Doesn't Have a Bunker in the Woods to Escape to? Author: Douglas Thornblom Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-16 Publisher: DOUGLAS THORNBLOM Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An average American middle class community is faced with a sudden and complete breakdown of the US economy, government, and society after a massive, nation-wide Islamic terrorist attack. Like the vast majority of Americans, none of the residents of Sea Breezes have a convenient bunker in the woods or a compound of survivalist friends to escape to. They have to find some way to organize themselves in order to survive with what they have on hand and what they can obtain by using their own wits and determination. Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Richard Cantrell and his brother-in-law, former Marine Gunnery Sergeant Josh Koenig, residents of the Florida community, volunteer to help, and what follows is the riveting and often heart-breaking account of a community coming to grips with the unthinkable. Defending Sea Breezes is a complex story that weaves together international Islamic terrorism, US foreign policy failures, and the indomitable American spirit, to portray one of the most realistic and compelling "what if" stories of survival, all in one complete, stand-alone novel. Unlike similar novels, this story gives a realistic, even probable, military and political background for the Collapse. Advisories: If you believe that America's foreign policy over the last seven years has been correct, you will probably not enjoy this book. Because this novel contains contemporary dialogue, it contains some profanity. Special note from the author: I had been working on this novel for many months, and as I was preparing to publish it, the horrific events of the ISIS massacre in Paris occurred. Unfortunately, those attacks fit exactly into the story line of my novel, and the event was easily incorporated; in fact, I only modified one sentence to do so. It is disturbing but all too predictable in today's world when terrorism fiction becomes fact. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Douglas Thornblom) Mon, 18 Jan 2016 10:01:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Defending-Sea-Breezes-Audiobook/B01AOJ4I2C thebookvoice.com 05:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defending Sea Breezes Subtitle: When the Collapse Comes, What if Your Family Doesn't Have a Bunker in the Woods to Escape to? Author: Douglas Thornblom Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-16 Publisher: DOUGLAS THORNBLOM Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An average American middle class community is faced with a sudden and complete breakdown of the US economy, government, and society after a massive, nation-wide Islamic terrorist attack. Like the vast majority of Americans, none of the residents of Sea Breezes have a convenient bunker in the woods or a compound of survivalist friends to escape to. They have to find some way to organize themselves in order to survive with what they have on hand and what they can obtain by using their own wits and determination. Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Richard Cantrell and his brother-in-law, former Marine Gunnery Sergeant Josh Koenig, residents of the Florida community, volunteer to help, and what follows is the riveting and often heart-breaking account of a community coming to grips with the unthinkable. Defending Sea Breezes is a complex story that weaves together international Islamic terrorism, US foreign policy failures, and the indomitable American spirit, to portray one of the most realistic and compelling "what if" stories of survival, all in one complete, stand-alone novel. Unlike similar novels, this story gives a realistic, even probable, military and political background for the Collapse. Advisories: If you believe that America's foreign policy over the last seven years has been correct, you will probably not enjoy this book. Because this novel contains contemporary dialogue, it contains some profanity. Special note from the author: I had been working on this novel for many months, and as I was preparing to publish it, the horrific events of the ISIS massacre in Paris occurred. Unfortunately, those attacks fit exactly into the story line of my novel, and the event was easily incorporated; in fact, I only modified one sentence to do so. It is disturbing but all too predictable in today's world when terrorism fiction becomes fact. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defending Sea Breezes Subtitle: When the Collapse Comes, What if Your Family Doesn't Have a Bunker in the Woods to Escape to? Author: Douglas Thornblom Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-16 Publisher: DOUGLAS THORNBLOM Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An average American middle class community is faced with a sudden and complete breakdown of the US economy, government, and society after a massive, nation-wide Islamic terrorist attack. Like the vast majority of Americans, none of the residents of Sea Breezes have a convenient bunker in the woods or a compound of survivalist friends to escape to. They have to find some way to organize themselves in order to survive with what they have on hand and what they can obtain by using their own wits and determination. Retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Richard Cantrell and his brother-in-law, former Marine Gunnery Sergeant Josh Koenig, residents of the Florida community, volunteer to help, and what follows is the riveting and often heart-breaking account of a community coming to grips with the unthinkable. Defending Sea Breezes is a complex story that weaves together international Islamic terrorism, US foreign policy failures, and the indomitable American spirit, to portray one of the most realistic and compelling "what if" stories of survival, all in one complete, stand-alone novel. Unlike similar novels, this story gives a realistic, even probable, military and political background for the Collapse. Advisories: If you believe that America's foreign policy over the last seven years has been correct, you will probably not enjoy this book. Because this novel contains contemporary dialogue, it contains some profanity. Special note from the author: I had been working on this novel for many months, and as I was preparing to publish it, the horrific events of the ISIS massacre in Paris occurred. Unfortunately, those attacks fit exactly into the story line of my novel, and the event was easily incorporated; in fact, I only modified one sentence to do so. It is disturbing but all too predictable in today's world when terrorism fiction becomes fact. Members Reviews: Couldn't put it down! A great story. Very thought provoking and felt more realistic than other stories I've read of this genre. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Adventures-of-Old-Ironsides-Audiobook/B008210A86 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Old Ironsides Subtitle: A Radio Dramatization Author: Jerry Robbins Narrator: Jerry Robbins, The Colonial Radio Players Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-12 Publisher: The Colonial Radio Theatre on Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The USS Constitution is the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat, having been launched in 1797. The Adventures of Old Ironsides dramatizes two of her most exciting adventures. In "The Barbary Pirates" - the year is 1805, and Constitution battles Tripolitan Pirates to free the crew of the captured USS Philadelphia. An edge of your seat adventure, it is based totally on fact with nothing thrown in for dramatic effect - it didnt need it! In "Escape To The Wind", Constitution finds herself in the War of 1812, chased by a squadron of five British Warships. The wind dies down, and the ships are dead in the water, Captain Hull finds a way to distance himself from the superior force. An amazing but true story of Yankee ingenuity! By culling through the records of the Captains logs, the Colonial Radio Theatre brings to life the adventures of the USS Constitution - Old Ironsides! bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jerry Robbins) Fri, 11 May 2012 15:49:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Adventures-of-Old-Ironsides-Audiobook/B008210A86 thebookvoice.com 01:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Old Ironsides Subtitle: A Radio Dramatization Author: Jerry Robbins Narrator: Jerry Robbins, The Colonial Radio Players Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-12 Publisher: The Colonial Radio Theatre on Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The USS Constitution is the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat, having been launched in 1797. The Adventures of Old Ironsides dramatizes two of her most exciting adventures. In "The Barbary Pirates" - the year is 1805, and Constitution battles Tripolitan Pirates to free the crew of the captured USS Philadelphia. An edge of your seat adventure, it is based totally on fact with nothing thrown in for dramatic effect - it didnt need it! In "Escape To The Wind", Constitution finds herself in the War of 1812, chased by a squadron of five British Warships. The wind dies down, and the ships are dead in the water, Captain Hull finds a way to distance himself from the superior force. An amazing but true story of Yankee ingenuity! By culling through the records of the Captains logs, the Colonial Radio Theatre brings to life the adventures of the USS Constitution - Old Ironsides! Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Old Ironsides Subtitle: A Radio Dramatization Author: Jerry Robbins Narrator: Jerry Robbins, The Colonial Radio Players Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-12 Publisher: The Colonial Radio Theatre on Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The USS Constitution is the world's oldest commissioned warship afloat, having been launched in 1797. The Adventures of Old Ironsides dramatizes two of her most exciting adventures. In "The Barbary Pirates" - the year is 1805, and Constitution battles Tripolitan Pirates to free the crew of the captured USS Philadelphia. An edge of your seat adventure, it is based totally on fact with nothing thrown in for dramatic effect - it didnt need it! In "Escape To The Wind", Constitution finds herself in the War of 1812, chased by a squadron of five British Warships. The wind dies down, and the ships are dead in the water, Captain Hull finds a way to distance himself from the superior force. An amazing but true story of Yankee ingenuity! By culling through the records of the Captains logs, the Colonial Radio Theatre brings to life the adventures of the USS Constitution - Old Ironsides! Members Reviews: Simplistic and unrealistic What would have made The Adventures of Old Ironsides better? The story is really abbreviated. There is an attempt to make up what people would have said and how they would have talked, but it's not at all realistic. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? It does tell a bit of the story that people might not otherwise know. Consign this to the Briny Deep This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Someone who enjoys poor radio performances. Would you recommend The Adventures of Old Ironsides to your friends? Why or why not? Nope. It is a good review of the story of the constitution but this is an example of poor radio performances gone worse. How could the performance have been better? Well, you would think an audio medium would use...oh, I don't know SOUND to tell a story. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from The Adventures of Old Ironsides? The early stages with the ambassador and the new captain on board. BORING! Any additional comments? Avoid at all costs. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Korea-Audiobook/B002VA39FA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Korea Subtitle: The Unfinished War Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Lead Producer: John Biewen Host/Producer: Stephen Smith Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Mixing: Tom Mudge and Craig Thorson Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Additional Reporting: Elana Hadler-Perl, David Cline, Date Ellis, Tina Tennessen, and Ellen Guettler Production Assistance: Baris Gumus-Dawes, Sarah Chasnovitz, Jenny Assef, Hilary Johnson, Dacia Herbulock, Phoebe Larson, Sarah Lancaster, Sarah Fazio, and Inna Ponomarenko Advisors: Gerald Early, Bruce Cumings, and Roy Flint Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the documentary project of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Fri, 04 Jun 2004 10:42:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Korea-Audiobook/B002VA39FA thebookvoice.com 00:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Korea Subtitle: The Unfinished War Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Lead Producer: John Biewen Host/Producer: Stephen Smith Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Mixing: Tom Mudge and Craig Thorson Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Additional Reporting: Elana Hadler-Perl, David Cline, Date Ellis, Tina Tennessen, and Ellen Guettler Production Assistance: Baris Gumus-Dawes, Sarah Chasnovitz, Jenny Assef, Hilary Johnson, Dacia Herbulock, Phoebe Larson, Sarah Lancaster, Sarah Fazio, and Inna Ponomarenko Advisors: Gerald Early, Bruce Cumings, and Roy Flint Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the documentary project of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Korea Subtitle: The Unfinished War Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Lead Producer: John Biewen Host/Producer: Stephen Smith Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Mixing: Tom Mudge and Craig Thorson Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Additional Reporting: Elana Hadler-Perl, David Cline, Date Ellis, Tina Tennessen, and Ellen Guettler Production Assistance: Baris Gumus-Dawes, Sarah Chasnovitz, Jenny Assef, Hilary Johnson, Dacia Herbulock, Phoebe Larson, Sarah Lancaster, Sarah Fazio, and Inna Ponomarenko Advisors: Gerald Early, Bruce Cumings, and Roy Flint Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the documentary project of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vietnam-Tapes-of-Lance-Corporal-Michael-A-Baronowski-Audiobook/B002V0A99E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vietnam Tapes of Lance Corporal Michael A. Baronowski Author: Jay Allison, Christina Egloff Narrator: Jay Allison, Friends Format: Original Recording Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-04 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1966, a young Marine took a reel-to-reel tape recorder with him into the Vietnam War. For two months, until he was killed in action, Michael Baronowski made tapes of his friends, of life in foxholes, of combat. And he sent those audio letters home to his family in Norristown, Pennsylvania. 34 years later, his comrade Tim Duffie brought those tapes to radio producer Jay Allison, as part of the Lost & Found Sound series. This radio story originally aired on NPR's All Things Considered. It was produced by Christina Egloff with Jay Allison. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jay Allison) Thu, 20 May 2004 03:43:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vietnam-Tapes-of-Lance-Corporal-Michael-A-Baronowski-Audiobook/B002V0A99E thebookvoice.com 00:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vietnam Tapes of Lance Corporal Michael A. Baronowski Author: Jay Allison, Christina Egloff Narrator: Jay Allison, Friends Format: Original Recording Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-04 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1966, a young Marine took a reel-to-reel tape recorder with him into the Vietnam War. For two months, until he was killed in action, Michael Baronowski made tapes of his friends, of life in foxholes, of combat. And he sent those audio letters home to his family in Norristown, Pennsylvania. 34 years later, his comrade Tim Duffie brought those tapes to radio producer Jay Allison, as part of the Lost & Found Sound series. This radio story originally aired on NPR's All Things Considered. It was produced by Christina Egloff with Jay Allison. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vietnam Tapes of Lance Corporal Michael A. Baronowski Author: Jay Allison, Christina Egloff Narrator: Jay Allison, Friends Format: Original Recording Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-04 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1966, a young Marine took a reel-to-reel tape recorder with him into the Vietnam War. For two months, until he was killed in action, Michael Baronowski made tapes of his friends, of life in foxholes, of combat. And he sent those audio letters home to his family in Norristown, Pennsylvania. 34 years later, his comrade Tim Duffie brought those tapes to radio producer Jay Allison, as part of the Lost & Found Sound series. This radio story originally aired on NPR's All Things Considered. It was produced by Christina Egloff with Jay Allison. Members Reviews: inspiring. I could have listened to hours of this. It is amazing that someone can keep their composure in the midst of battle. I would love to know how to hear more of his recordings if it is possible. if anyone knows where there are more of these to listen to please post it on Audible as I'm sure I am not the only one who is wanting more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revisiting-Vietnam-Audiobook/B002V1JAYS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revisiting Vietnam Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Project Producer/Editor: Deborah George Associate Producer: Stephanie Curtis Audio Engineers: Tom Mudge, Maggie Villager, and Michael Cullen Production Support: Carlos Briceno, Jeff Feddersen, Dan Gorenstein, Jennifer Woebke, and Nicole Zeuner Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Fri, 23 Jul 2004 16:15:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revisiting-Vietnam-Audiobook/B002V1JAYS thebookvoice.com 01:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revisiting Vietnam Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Project Producer/Editor: Deborah George Associate Producer: Stephanie Curtis Audio Engineers: Tom Mudge, Maggie Villager, and Michael Cullen Production Support: Carlos Briceno, Jeff Feddersen, Dan Gorenstein, Jennifer Woebke, and Nicole Zeuner Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revisiting Vietnam Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Project Producer/Editor: Deborah George Associate Producer: Stephanie Curtis Audio Engineers: Tom Mudge, Maggie Villager, and Michael Cullen Production Support: Carlos Briceno, Jeff Feddersen, Dan Gorenstein, Jennifer Woebke, and Nicole Zeuner Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-World-at-War-American-RadioWorks-Collection-2-Audiobook/B002V8N7R2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The World at War (American RadioWorks Collection #2) Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Days of Infamy Within the living memory of Americans are two deadly surprise attacks against the United States: Japan's assault on Pearl Harbor, and the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Both times, the Library of Congress sent people out to record the voices of ordinary Americans as they reacted to a changed world. Red Runs the Vistula In August 1944, five years after the start of World War II, the people of Warsaw, armed with just a few guns and gasoline bombs, rose up against the German occupation of their city. This documentary tells the story of the Warsaw Uprising from the point of view of those who were there. Korea: The Unfinished War To fully grasp the ongoing tensions between the United States and North Korea, it is important to understand the war that ended more than fifty years ago. Revisiting Vietnam Twenty-five years after the fall of Saigon, the legacy of the war affects lives on both sides of the Pacific. The Few Who Stayed In April 1994, Rwanda exploded into 100 days of violence, killing 800,000 people. Most turned their backs to the bloodshed. Here is the story of those who stayed. Married to the Military Dangerous insurgent attacks in Iraq and longer deployments are straining military families. Through audio diaries and extensive interviews with soldiers and their families, the documentary explores the military as a career choice and as a way of life for families - and as an industry in a military town. Massacre at Cuska In 1999, Serb death squads attacked the ethnic Albanian village of Cuska and left 41 unarmed civilians dead. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Fri, 16 Sep 2005 10:43:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-World-at-War-American-RadioWorks-Collection-2-Audiobook/B002V8N7R2 thebookvoice.com 06:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The World at War (American RadioWorks Collection #2) Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Days of Infamy Within the living memory of Americans are two deadly surprise attacks against the United States: Japan's assault on Pearl Harbor, and the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Both times, the Library of Congress sent people out to record the voices of ordinary Americans as they reacted to a changed world. Red Runs the Vistula In August 1944, five years after the start of World War II, the people of Warsaw, armed with just a few guns and gasoline bombs, rose up against the German occupation of their city. This documentary tells the story of the Warsaw Uprising from the point of view of those who were there. Korea: The Unfinished War To fully grasp the ongoing tensions between the United States and North Korea, it is important to understand the war that ended more than fifty years ago. Revisiting Vietnam Twenty-five years after the fall of Saigon, the legacy of the war affects lives on both sides of the Pacific. The Few Who Stayed In April 1994, Rwanda exploded into 100 days of violence, killing 800,000 people. Most turned their backs to the bloodshed. Here is the story of those who stayed. Married to the Military Dangerous insurgent attacks in Iraq and longer deployments are straining military families. Through audio diaries and extensive interviews with soldiers and their families, the documentary explores the military as a career choice and as a way of life for families - and as an industry in a military town. Massacre at Cuska In 1999, Serb death squads attacked the ethnic Albanian village of Cuska and left 41 unarmed civilians dead. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The World at War (American RadioWorks Collection #2) Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 6 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Days of Infamy Within the living memory of Americans are two deadly surprise attacks against the United States: Japan's assault on Pearl Harbor, and the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Both times, the Library of Congress sent people out to record the voices of ordinary Americans as they reacted to a changed world. Red Runs the Vistula In August 1944, five years after the start of World War II, the people of Warsaw, armed with just a few guns and gasoline bombs, rose up against the German occupation of their city. This documentary tells the story of the Warsaw Uprising from the point of view of those who were there. Korea: The Unfinished War To fully grasp the ongoing tensions between the United States and North Korea, it is important to understand the war that ended more than fifty years ago. Revisiting Vietnam Twenty-five years after the fall of Saigon, the legacy of the war affects lives on both sides of the Pacific. The Few Who Stayed In April 1994, Rwanda exploded into 100 days of violence, killing 800,000 people. Most turned their backs to the bloodshed. Here is the story of those who stayed. Married to the Military Dangerous insurgent attacks in Iraq and longer deployments are straining military families. Through audio diaries and extensive interviews with soldiers and their families, the documentary explores the military as a career choice and as a way of life for families - and as an industry in a military town. Massacre at Cuska In 1999, Serb death squads attacked the ethnic Albanian village of Cuska and left 41 unarmed civilians dead. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Days-of-Infamy-Audiobook/B002V5BU10 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Days of Infamy Subtitle: December 7 and 9/11 Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Producers: Elana Hadler Perl and John Biewen Editor: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Craig Thorson and Tom Mudge Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Fri, 23 Jul 2004 14:53:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Days-of-Infamy-Audiobook/B002V5BU10 thebookvoice.com 00:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Days of Infamy Subtitle: December 7 and 9/11 Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Producers: Elana Hadler Perl and John Biewen Editor: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Craig Thorson and Tom Mudge Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Days of Infamy Subtitle: December 7 and 9/11 Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Producers: Elana Hadler Perl and John Biewen Editor: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Craig Thorson and Tom Mudge Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Members Reviews: Live coverage It is terrible to think that the American nation was do dramatically invaded on both of the occasions covered by this program. However, having said that, we as American's must take pause and offer thanks to the powers above that this land is so blessed. We need to reflect on the fathers of the land and pray and hope that their foresight will never die with STUPID amendments to our Constitution. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Iraq-Audiobook/B002V0RN9S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iraq Subtitle: The War After the War Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Correspondent: Deborah Amos Producer: Tom Bollock Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Josh Rogosin and Craig Thorson Production Assistance: John Alexander Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Fri, 23 Jul 2004 13:41:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Iraq-Audiobook/B002V0RN9S thebookvoice.com 00:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iraq Subtitle: The War After the War Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Correspondent: Deborah Amos Producer: Tom Bollock Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Josh Rogosin and Craig Thorson Production Assistance: John Alexander Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iraq Subtitle: The War After the War Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Correspondent: Deborah Amos Producer: Tom Bollock Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Josh Rogosin and Craig Thorson Production Assistance: John Alexander Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Smallpox-Weapon-of-Terror-Audiobook/B06WP77QDV Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Smallpox: Weapon of Terror Author: Dan Grossman, Sesh Kannan Narrator: Barbara Bogaev, Dan Grossman Format: Original Recording Length: 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-17 Publisher: Soundprint Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: For years experts have been warning that discontents of all stripes might make disease part of the arsenal of terror. Of all the deadly microbes that might be used by terrorists there is one that is especially formidable: smallpox. Once a major scourge of humanity, deadly smallpox was vanquished in 1977. But some experts worry that smallpox cultures could have fallen, or have the potential to fall, into the hands of terrorists. If this material was used to infect a single human, it could launch a plague. A look at the disease and the people who might combat it, should it return. Here are some related programs in a special Soundprint series called The World of Viruses: Aids in Haiti Produced by: Lakshmi Singh The Clinic Produced by: Gemma Hooley Flu Pandemic Produced by: Lakshmi Singh Foot and Mouth Disease Produced by: Judith Kampfner HPV the Shy Virus Produced by: Jean Snedegar Measles: What's at Stake Produced by: Barbara Bogaev Mosquitoes in Iquitos Produced by: Dan Charles Soundprint Executive Producer: Moira Rankin Technical Director: Anna Maria de Freitas Audio Engineer: Alexandra Gardner Associate Producer: Sesh Kannan Assistant Producer: Kellye Townsend bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dan Grossman) Mon, 03 Apr 2017 09:42:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Smallpox-Weapon-of-Terror-Audiobook/B06WP77QDV thebookvoice.com 00:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Smallpox: Weapon of Terror Author: Dan Grossman, Sesh Kannan Narrator: Barbara Bogaev, Dan Grossman Format: Original Recording Length: 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-17 Publisher: Soundprint Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: For years experts have been warning that discontents of all stripes might make disease part of the arsenal of terror. Of all the deadly microbes that might be used by terrorists there is one that is especially formidable: smallpox. Once a major scourge of humanity, deadly smallpox was vanquished in 1977. But some experts worry that smallpox cultures could have fallen, or have the potential to fall, into the hands of terrorists. If this material was used to infect a single human, it could launch a plague. A look at the disease and the people who might combat it, should it return. Here are some related programs in a special Soundprint series called The World of Viruses: Aids in Haiti Produced by: Lakshmi Singh The Clinic Produced by: Gemma Hooley Flu Pandemic Produced by: Lakshmi Singh Foot and Mouth Disease Produced by: Judith Kampfner HPV the Shy Virus Produced by: Jean Snedegar Measles: What's at Stake Produced by: Barbara Bogaev Mosquitoes in Iquitos Produced by: Dan Charles Soundprint Executive Producer: Moira Rankin Technical Director: Anna Maria de Freitas Audio Engineer: Alexandra Gardner Associate Producer: Sesh Kannan Assistant Producer: Kellye Townsend Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Smallpox: Weapon of Terror Author: Dan Grossman, Sesh Kannan Narrator: Barbara Bogaev, Dan Grossman Format: Original Recording Length: 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-17 Publisher: Soundprint Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: For years experts have been warning that discontents of all stripes might make disease part of the arsenal of terror. Of all the deadly microbes that might be used by terrorists there is one that is especially formidable: smallpox. Once a major scourge of humanity, deadly smallpox was vanquished in 1977. But some experts worry that smallpox cultures could have fallen, or have the potential to fall, into the hands of terrorists. If this material was used to infect a single human, it could launch a plague. A look at the disease and the people who might combat it, should it return. Here are some related programs in a special Soundprint series called The World of Viruses: Aids in Haiti Produced by: Lakshmi Singh The Clinic Produced by: Gemma Hooley Flu Pandemic Produced by: Lakshmi Singh Foot and Mouth Disease Produced by: Judith Kampfner HPV the Shy Virus Produced by: Jean Snedegar Measles: What's at Stake Produced by: Barbara Bogaev Mosquitoes in Iquitos Produced by: Dan Charles Soundprint Executive Producer: Moira Rankin Technical Director: Anna Maria de Freitas Audio Engineer: Alexandra Gardner Associate Producer: Sesh Kannan Assistant Producer: Kellye Townsend https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Inside-Stories-Audiobook/B00CA6X6S0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside Stories Author: Tim Bowden Narrator: Tim Bowden Format: Original Recording Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Although Prime Minister Robert Menzies used to say Australians were "British to the bootstraps", there were some who worried we were not engaging enough with the countries in our own region. In the late 1970s and early 80s broadcaster Tim Bowden recorded interviews with some of Australia's pioneering journalists for their work in the Asia Pacific region and beyond, including Margaret Jones the Sydney Morning Heralds first correspondent accredited to Peking, in 1973, and Pat Burgess, perhaps most known for his coverage of the Vietnam War. Douglas Wilkie was a war correspondent in Asia and Europe; Elizabeth Riddell covered the re-occupation of Europe from the Germans in 1944; and Diane Willman reported from Beirut from 1969-1977. These are the personal accounts and true stories from Australian journalists that have brought the news back to their homeland from across the globe. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tim Bowden) Thu, 11 Apr 2013 02:45:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Inside-Stories-Audiobook/B00CA6X6S0 thebookvoice.com 05:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside Stories Author: Tim Bowden Narrator: Tim Bowden Format: Original Recording Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Although Prime Minister Robert Menzies used to say Australians were "British to the bootstraps", there were some who worried we were not engaging enough with the countries in our own region. In the late 1970s and early 80s broadcaster Tim Bowden recorded interviews with some of Australia's pioneering journalists for their work in the Asia Pacific region and beyond, including Margaret Jones the Sydney Morning Heralds first correspondent accredited to Peking, in 1973, and Pat Burgess, perhaps most known for his coverage of the Vietnam War. Douglas Wilkie was a war correspondent in Asia and Europe; Elizabeth Riddell covered the re-occupation of Europe from the Germans in 1944; and Diane Willman reported from Beirut from 1969-1977. These are the personal accounts and true stories from Australian journalists that have brought the news back to their homeland from across the globe. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside Stories Author: Tim Bowden Narrator: Tim Bowden Format: Original Recording Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-13 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Although Prime Minister Robert Menzies used to say Australians were "British to the bootstraps", there were some who worried we were not engaging enough with the countries in our own region. In the late 1970s and early 80s broadcaster Tim Bowden recorded interviews with some of Australia's pioneering journalists for their work in the Asia Pacific region and beyond, including Margaret Jones the Sydney Morning Heralds first correspondent accredited to Peking, in 1973, and Pat Burgess, perhaps most known for his coverage of the Vietnam War. Douglas Wilkie was a war correspondent in Asia and Europe; Elizabeth Riddell covered the re-occupation of Europe from the Germans in 1944; and Diane Willman reported from Beirut from 1969-1977. These are the personal accounts and true stories from Australian journalists that have brought the news back to their homeland from across the globe. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-War-to-End-All-Wars-Audiobook/B003ARWXSM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A War to End All Wars Author: Charles Sandbach, Ian Livesay, John Duncan, Michael G. Welch, Taff Gillingham Narrator: Robin Thompson Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-10 Publisher: Reality Entertainment Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A lavish production featuring two fascinating and unique tales of World War I, this Reality audio is an absolute must for any World War enthusiast. In "Murder on the Hill" we follow UK broadcaster Robin Thompson as he reveals an untold and tragic tale. Ruthless and incompetent military command resulted in the deaths of many brave men. Hear for the first time the shocking truth to an untold chapter of the Great War. "A Soldier's Return" takes us on a fascinating journey from 1916 to the present day. We see and hear the tragedy of war firsthand and experience the recreated sounds of battle of those who were there. We learn the story of Corporal Robert Beveridge - a born leader, decorated for bravery in the field - who was forgotten for so long but is now immortalized. This is a story of a generation we must never forget. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Sandbach) Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:16:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-War-to-End-All-Wars-Audiobook/B003ARWXSM thebookvoice.com 01:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A War to End All Wars Author: Charles Sandbach, Ian Livesay, John Duncan, Michael G. Welch, Taff Gillingham Narrator: Robin Thompson Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-10 Publisher: Reality Entertainment Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A lavish production featuring two fascinating and unique tales of World War I, this Reality audio is an absolute must for any World War enthusiast. In "Murder on the Hill" we follow UK broadcaster Robin Thompson as he reveals an untold and tragic tale. Ruthless and incompetent military command resulted in the deaths of many brave men. Hear for the first time the shocking truth to an untold chapter of the Great War. "A Soldier's Return" takes us on a fascinating journey from 1916 to the present day. We see and hear the tragedy of war firsthand and experience the recreated sounds of battle of those who were there. We learn the story of Corporal Robert Beveridge - a born leader, decorated for bravery in the field - who was forgotten for so long but is now immortalized. This is a story of a generation we must never forget. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A War to End All Wars Author: Charles Sandbach, Ian Livesay, John Duncan, Michael G. Welch, Taff Gillingham Narrator: Robin Thompson Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-10 Publisher: Reality Entertainment Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A lavish production featuring two fascinating and unique tales of World War I, this Reality audio is an absolute must for any World War enthusiast. In "Murder on the Hill" we follow UK broadcaster Robin Thompson as he reveals an untold and tragic tale. Ruthless and incompetent military command resulted in the deaths of many brave men. Hear for the first time the shocking truth to an untold chapter of the Great War. "A Soldier's Return" takes us on a fascinating journey from 1916 to the present day. We see and hear the tragedy of war firsthand and experience the recreated sounds of battle of those who were there. We learn the story of Corporal Robert Beveridge - a born leader, decorated for bravery in the field - who was forgotten for so long but is now immortalized. This is a story of a generation we must never forget. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Married-to-the-Military-Audiobook/B002V8MD4U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Married to the Military Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Producer: John Biewen Editor: Catherine Winter Additional Reporting: James Todd Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Assistant Producer: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Tom Mudge Production Assistance: Marta Berg, Ben Schmidt, and Bryant Switzky Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Principle Photographer: Christopher Sims Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Wed, 20 Jul 2005 03:07:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Married-to-the-Military-Audiobook/B002V8MD4U thebookvoice.com 00:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Married to the Military Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Producer: John Biewen Editor: Catherine Winter Additional Reporting: James Todd Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Assistant Producer: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Tom Mudge Production Assistance: Marta Berg, Ben Schmidt, and Bryant Switzky Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Principle Photographer: Christopher Sims Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Married to the Military Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Producer: John Biewen Editor: Catherine Winter Additional Reporting: James Todd Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Assistant Producer: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Tom Mudge Production Assistance: Marta Berg, Ben Schmidt, and Bryant Switzky Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Principle Photographer: Christopher Sims Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Jungles-of-Memory-Audiobook/B002UUFOQ8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jungles of Memory Author: James P. McMullen Narrator: uncredited, Cotter Smith Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-99 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This is a story of war and sanctuary, of beasts and obsession. It is the story of one Vietnam veteran, writer James P. McMullen, whose own salvation came through his struggle to save something else. McMullen lives in the Everglades, and devotes his time to tracking and protecting the endangered Florida Panther. He uses this mission as a way to make peace with his memories of the war. Excerpts from Cry of the Panther read by Cotter Smith. Music by Stacey Bowers, Gary Kvistad, and Stu Quimby. Jungles of Memory was originally created for American Landscapes which was distributed by American Public Radio as part of the weekly documentary series Soundprint. Funds were provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Jay Allison is the Peabody Award-winning producer of The Kitchen Sisters. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James P. McMullen) Tue, 14 Dec 1999 15:13:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Jungles-of-Memory-Audiobook/B002UUFOQ8 thebookvoice.com 00:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jungles of Memory Author: James P. McMullen Narrator: uncredited, Cotter Smith Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-99 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This is a story of war and sanctuary, of beasts and obsession. It is the story of one Vietnam veteran, writer James P. McMullen, whose own salvation came through his struggle to save something else. McMullen lives in the Everglades, and devotes his time to tracking and protecting the endangered Florida Panther. He uses this mission as a way to make peace with his memories of the war. Excerpts from Cry of the Panther read by Cotter Smith. Music by Stacey Bowers, Gary Kvistad, and Stu Quimby. Jungles of Memory was originally created for American Landscapes which was distributed by American Public Radio as part of the weekly documentary series Soundprint. Funds were provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Jay Allison is the Peabody Award-winning producer of The Kitchen Sisters. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jungles of Memory Author: James P. McMullen Narrator: uncredited, Cotter Smith Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-99 Publisher: Jay Allison Productions Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This is a story of war and sanctuary, of beasts and obsession. It is the story of one Vietnam veteran, writer James P. McMullen, whose own salvation came through his struggle to save something else. McMullen lives in the Everglades, and devotes his time to tracking and protecting the endangered Florida Panther. He uses this mission as a way to make peace with his memories of the war. Excerpts from Cry of the Panther read by Cotter Smith. Music by Stacey Bowers, Gary Kvistad, and Stu Quimby. Jungles of Memory was originally created for American Landscapes which was distributed by American Public Radio as part of the weekly documentary series Soundprint. Funds were provided by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Jay Allison is the Peabody Award-winning producer of The Kitchen Sisters. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Templars-Audiobook/B074F4FKFF Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Templars Subtitle: The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God's Holy Warriors Author: Dan Jones Narrator: Dan Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 287 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Jerusalem, 1119: A small group of knights seeking a purpose in the violent aftermath of the First Crusade decides to set up a new order. These are the first Knights of Templar, a band of elite warriors prepared to give their lives to protect Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land. Over the next 200 years, the Templars would become the most powerful religious order of the medieval world. Their legend has inspired fervent speculation ever since. But who were they, and what actually happened? In this groundbreaking narrative history, the best-selling author of The Plantagenets tells the true story of the Templars for the first time in a generation, drawing on extensive original sources to build a gripping account of these Christian holy warriors whose heroism and depravity have so often been shrouded in myth. The Templars were protected by the pope and sworn to strict vows of celibacy. They fought the forces of Islam in hand-to-hand combat on the sunbaked hills where Jesus lived and died. They found their nemesis in Saladin, who vowed to drive all Christians from the lands of Islam. They were experts at channeling money across borders. They established the medieval world's first global bank and waged private wars against anyone who threatened their interests. Then, in 1307, as they struggled to secure their last strongholds in the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Templars fell afoul of the vindictive and impulsive king of France. On Friday, October 13, hundreds of brothers were arrested en masse, imprisoned, tortured, and disbanded amid accusations of lurid sexual misconduct and heresy. They were tried by the Vatican in secret proceedings. But were they heretics or victims of a ruthlessly repressive state? Dan Jones goes back to the sources to bring their dramatic tale, so relevant to our own times, to life in an audiobook that is at once authoritative and compulsively listenable. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dan Jones) Tue, 19 Sep 2017 15:40:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Templars-Audiobook/B074F4FKFF thebookvoice.com 15:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Templars Subtitle: The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God's Holy Warriors Author: Dan Jones Narrator: Dan Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 287 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Jerusalem, 1119: A small group of knights seeking a purpose in the violent aftermath of the First Crusade decides to set up a new order. These are the first Knights of Templar, a band of elite warriors prepared to give their lives to protect Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land. Over the next 200 years, the Templars would become the most powerful religious order of the medieval world. Their legend has inspired fervent speculation ever since. But who were they, and what actually happened? In this groundbreaking narrative history, the best-selling author of The Plantagenets tells the true story of the Templars for the first time in a generation, drawing on extensive original sources to build a gripping account of these Christian holy warriors whose heroism and depravity have so often been shrouded in myth. The Templars were protected by the pope and sworn to strict vows of celibacy. They fought the forces of Islam in hand-to-hand combat on the sunbaked hills where Jesus lived and died. They found their nemesis in Saladin, who vowed to drive all Christians from the lands of Islam. They were experts at channeling money across borders. They established the medieval world's first global bank and waged private wars against anyone who threatened their interests. Then, in 1307, as they struggled to secure their last strongholds in the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Templars fell afoul of the vindictive and impulsive king of France. On Friday, October 13, hundreds of brothers were arrested en masse, imprisoned, tortured, and disbanded amid accusations of lurid sexual misconduct and heresy. They were tried by the Vatican in secret proceedings. But were they heretics or victims of a ruthlessly repressive state? Dan Jones goes back to the sources to bring their dramatic tale, so relevant to our own times, to life in an audiobook that is at once authoritative and compulsively listenable. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Templars Subtitle: The Rise and Spectacular Fall of God's Holy Warriors Author: Dan Jones Narrator: Dan Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 287 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Jerusalem, 1119: A small group of knights seeking a purpose in the violent aftermath of the First Crusade decides to set up a new order. These are the first Knights of Templar, a band of elite warriors prepared to give their lives to protect Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land. Over the next 200 years, the Templars would become the most powerful religious order of the medieval world. Their legend has inspired fervent speculation ever since. But who were they, and what actually happened? In this groundbreaking narrative history, the best-selling author of The Plantagenets tells the true story of the Templars for the first time in a generation, drawing on extensive original sources to build a gripping account of these Christian holy warriors whose heroism and depravity have so often been shrouded in myth. The Templars were protected by the pope and sworn to strict vows of celibacy. They fought the forces of Islam in hand-to-hand combat on the sunbaked hills where Jesus lived and died. They found their nemesis in Saladin, who vowed to drive all Christians from the lands of Islam. They were experts at channeling money across borders. They established the medieval world's first global bank and waged private wars against anyone who threatened their interests. Then, in 1307, as they struggled to secure their last strongholds in the Kingdom of Jerusalem, the Templars fell afoul of the vindictive and impulsive king of France. On Friday, October 13, hundreds of brothers were arrested en masse, imprisoned, tortured, and disbanded amid accusations of lurid sexual misconduct and heresy. They were tried by the Vatican in secret proceedings. But were they heretics or victims of a ruthlessly repressive state? Dan Jones goes back to the sources to bring their dramatic tale, so relevant to our own times, to life in an audiobook that is at once authoritative and compulsively listenable. Members Reviews: Unexpected I don't really know what I expected; I've only had a fleeting interest in the Templars before but having read all of Mr. Jones' prior published works, I was very interested in this new piece. That being said, I felt the book really went in depth to the story of the creation, existence and fall of the Templars and that he took considerable effort to dismiss the Hollywood version of the facts that most of us know about the organization. I really enjoyed how he shared lesser known details and the backstories of how events came to be, but there came a point in the final few chapters that these details began to almost bog down the story. It was as though he had to share a sub-story and all of its workings to get to the point of a fact he was trying to explain as he detailed the fall of the organization. I found I had to go back and re-listen to the narrative between the Pope and the new "Vatican" of France a few times to follow where he was leading me. Mr. Jones is very articulate, his pronunciation was clear and made for an easy listen. My only complaint, if you can call it that, was that at several points you get to a period in the story where a specific event has occurred, such as the death of a notable individual, and yet the next chapter they are alive "again" because they are part of the backstory for an event he is explaining. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Church-of-Spies-Audiobook/B015HZUY2G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Church of Spies Subtitle: The Pope's Secret War Against Hitler Author: Mark Riebling Narrator: Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 231 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Vatican's silence in the face of Nazi atrocities remains one of the great controversies of our time. History has accused wartime pontiff Pius the Twelfth of complicity in the Holocaust and dubbed him "Hitler's Pope". But a key part of the story has remained untold. Pius ran the world's largest church, smallest state, and oldest spy service. Saintly but secretive, he skimmed from church charities to pay covert couriers and surreptitiously tape-recorded his meetings with top Nazis. When he learned of the Holocaust, Pius played his cards close to his chest. He sent birthday cards to Hitler - while secretly plotting to kill him. Church of Spies documents this cloak-and-dagger intrigue in shocking detail. Gun-toting Jesuits stole blueprints to Hitler's homes. A Catholic book publisher flew a sports plane over the Alps with secrets filched from the head of Hitler's bodyguard. The keeper of the Vatican crypt ran a spy ring that betrayed German war plans and wounded Hitler in a briefcase bombing. The plotters made history in ways they hardly expected. They inspired European unification, forged a US-Vatican alliance that spanned the Cold War, and challenged Church teachings on Jews. Yet Pius' secret war muted his public response to Nazi crimes. Fearing that overt protest would impede his covert actions, he never spoke the "fiery words" he wanted. Told with heart-pounding suspense, based on secret transcripts and unsealed files, Church of Spies throws open the Vatican's doors to reveal some of the most astonishing events in the history of the papacy. The result is an unprecedented audiobook that will change perceptions of how the world's greatest moral institution met the greatest moral crisis in history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Riebling) Tue, 29 Sep 2015 03:39:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Church-of-Spies-Audiobook/B015HZUY2G thebookvoice.com 10:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Church of Spies Subtitle: The Pope's Secret War Against Hitler Author: Mark Riebling Narrator: Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 231 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Vatican's silence in the face of Nazi atrocities remains one of the great controversies of our time. History has accused wartime pontiff Pius the Twelfth of complicity in the Holocaust and dubbed him "Hitler's Pope". But a key part of the story has remained untold. Pius ran the world's largest church, smallest state, and oldest spy service. Saintly but secretive, he skimmed from church charities to pay covert couriers and surreptitiously tape-recorded his meetings with top Nazis. When he learned of the Holocaust, Pius played his cards close to his chest. He sent birthday cards to Hitler - while secretly plotting to kill him. Church of Spies documents this cloak-and-dagger intrigue in shocking detail. Gun-toting Jesuits stole blueprints to Hitler's homes. A Catholic book publisher flew a sports plane over the Alps with secrets filched from the head of Hitler's bodyguard. The keeper of the Vatican crypt ran a spy ring that betrayed German war plans and wounded Hitler in a briefcase bombing. The plotters made history in ways they hardly expected. They inspired European unification, forged a US-Vatican alliance that spanned the Cold War, and challenged Church teachings on Jews. Yet Pius' secret war muted his public response to Nazi crimes. Fearing that overt protest would impede his covert actions, he never spoke the "fiery words" he wanted. Told with heart-pounding suspense, based on secret transcripts and unsealed files, Church of Spies throws open the Vatican's doors to reveal some of the most astonishing events in the history of the papacy. The result is an unprecedented audiobook that will change perceptions of how the world's greatest moral institution met the greatest moral crisis in history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Church of Spies Subtitle: The Pope's Secret War Against Hitler Author: Mark Riebling Narrator: Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 231 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Vatican's silence in the face of Nazi atrocities remains one of the great controversies of our time. History has accused wartime pontiff Pius the Twelfth of complicity in the Holocaust and dubbed him "Hitler's Pope". But a key part of the story has remained untold. Pius ran the world's largest church, smallest state, and oldest spy service. Saintly but secretive, he skimmed from church charities to pay covert couriers and surreptitiously tape-recorded his meetings with top Nazis. When he learned of the Holocaust, Pius played his cards close to his chest. He sent birthday cards to Hitler - while secretly plotting to kill him. Church of Spies documents this cloak-and-dagger intrigue in shocking detail. Gun-toting Jesuits stole blueprints to Hitler's homes. A Catholic book publisher flew a sports plane over the Alps with secrets filched from the head of Hitler's bodyguard. The keeper of the Vatican crypt ran a spy ring that betrayed German war plans and wounded Hitler in a briefcase bombing. The plotters made history in ways they hardly expected. They inspired European unification, forged a US-Vatican alliance that spanned the Cold War, and challenged Church teachings on Jews. Yet Pius' secret war muted his public response to Nazi crimes. Fearing that overt protest would impede his covert actions, he never spoke the "fiery words" he wanted. Told with heart-pounding suspense, based on secret transcripts and unsealed files, Church of Spies throws open the Vatican's doors to reveal some of the most astonishing events in the history of the papacy. The result is an unprecedented audiobook that will change perceptions of how the world's greatest moral institution met the greatest moral crisis in history. Members Reviews: Pius XII Vindicated Every Catholic, Protestant, and Jew who has any interest in World War II and the Holocaust must listen to this amazing story of heroism. This is the story not only of how much Pius XII did for the Jews and for Europe in general, but also of the many Catholic priests, Protestant ministers, and Christian laymen of all kinds who sacrificed so much for the good of mankind. The pope won peace Before any one criticises the pope for any role he did or didn't play in the war against Hitler. Needs to listen to this book. POPE PIUS humbly accepted insult knowing that he was the main mediator of every angle of peace between the resistance movements, the British and all others against Hitler. Catholic resistance movement was strongest of all because of its already established organizational structure. It is so obvious why the pope worked behind the scenes instead of loudly denouncing Hitler at the height of his power. No one shouts where there friends are hiding to the enemy, nor do u yell ar kidnappers who hold a gun to your childs head. Knowing this would only agitated the kidnappers to shoot your child. U talk nicely agreeing to their terms as u creep in the back door, only disarming when they don't see u coming. Heroic Faith The rest of the story, behind the illusion that the Catholic Church collaborated with the Nazi 3rd Reich. A "must read." Very well done..and lots of research enjoyed the book. ..telling us behind the veil struggles against the principalities of darkness (one we seem to be on the abyss of again)...Well done Mr. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Out-of-the-Depths-Audiobook/B01M0LN51D Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of the Depths Subtitle: An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Author: Edgar Harrell, David Harrell USMC Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: July 30, 1945 - The USS Indianapolis and its 1,196-man crew is making its way toward a small island in the South Pacific. The ship is sailing unescorted, assured by headquarters the waters are safe. It is midnight, and Marine Edgar Harrell and several others have sacked out on deck rather than spend the night in their hot and muggy quarters below. Fresh off a top-secret mission to deliver uranium for the atomic bombs that would ultimately end World War II, they are unaware their ship is being watched. Minutes later, six torpedoes are slicing toward the Indy. For five horrifying days and nights after their ship went down, Harrell and his shipmates had to fend for themselves in the open seas. Plagued by dehydration, exposure, saltwater poisoning, and shark attacks, their numbers were cruelly depleted before they were miraculously rescued. This is one man's story of courage, ingenuity, and faith in God's providence in the midst of the worst naval disaster in US history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Edgar Harrell) Tue, 11 Oct 2016 13:06:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Out-of-the-Depths-Audiobook/B01M0LN51D thebookvoice.com 04:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of the Depths Subtitle: An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Author: Edgar Harrell, David Harrell USMC Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: July 30, 1945 - The USS Indianapolis and its 1,196-man crew is making its way toward a small island in the South Pacific. The ship is sailing unescorted, assured by headquarters the waters are safe. It is midnight, and Marine Edgar Harrell and several others have sacked out on deck rather than spend the night in their hot and muggy quarters below. Fresh off a top-secret mission to deliver uranium for the atomic bombs that would ultimately end World War II, they are unaware their ship is being watched. Minutes later, six torpedoes are slicing toward the Indy. For five horrifying days and nights after their ship went down, Harrell and his shipmates had to fend for themselves in the open seas. Plagued by dehydration, exposure, saltwater poisoning, and shark attacks, their numbers were cruelly depleted before they were miraculously rescued. This is one man's story of courage, ingenuity, and faith in God's providence in the midst of the worst naval disaster in US history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of the Depths Subtitle: An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis Author: Edgar Harrell, David Harrell USMC Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: July 30, 1945 - The USS Indianapolis and its 1,196-man crew is making its way toward a small island in the South Pacific. The ship is sailing unescorted, assured by headquarters the waters are safe. It is midnight, and Marine Edgar Harrell and several others have sacked out on deck rather than spend the night in their hot and muggy quarters below. Fresh off a top-secret mission to deliver uranium for the atomic bombs that would ultimately end World War II, they are unaware their ship is being watched. Minutes later, six torpedoes are slicing toward the Indy. For five horrifying days and nights after their ship went down, Harrell and his shipmates had to fend for themselves in the open seas. Plagued by dehydration, exposure, saltwater poisoning, and shark attacks, their numbers were cruelly depleted before they were miraculously rescued. This is one man's story of courage, ingenuity, and faith in God's providence in the midst of the worst naval disaster in US history. Members Reviews: A Marines Testament to the Glory of God Aside from being quite an hIstorical account of the USS Indianapolis, its journey and demise during WW II, the story is told by a faithful and unashamed Christian who is also a United States Marine. A study of Gods work in tragedy and triumph. Thank you to the authors for a well-written testimony, superbly read by the narrator. Potentially good story thwarted by proselytization I consider myself a Christian but found the storyline corrupted by the authors over-the-top attempt to convert every reader to Christianity. Couldn't make it all the way through. Wish I hadn't bought it in retrospect. I purchased it right after reading "Unbroken" thinking there might be some similarities. On the contrary, as the writing in Unbroked was exceptional and completely enthralling. I highly recommend the latter book. Riveting A riveting account of history I knew nothing about. A testimony to the courage and commitment of the American warrior. Not a bad account Would you listen to Out of the Depths again? Why? Probably not. The story is a little choppy. Too many religious tangents. Yes, I am a very religious person, but this book is pretty stilted in trying to mix the story with religion. Unbroken achieves this well, this book did not. What did you like best about this story? Human courage on display. What does Eric Martin bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Good narration. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No. You won't want to hit pause! What did you love best about Out of the Depths? The story of courage and faith is truly inspirational. This first-hand account of the chilling story of the USS Indianapolis is a thriller that also points towards faith in God. What did you like best about this story? There were several moments I found myself holding my breath along with the author as he accounted the rising waves and the circling sharks. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Douglas-MacArthur-Audiobook/B00HCRTBIQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Douglas MacArthur Subtitle: What Greater Honor (Heroes of History) Author: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge Narrator: Tim Gregory Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-13 Publisher: YWAM Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Whether masterminding strategy and fighting on the front lines to secure Allied victory in World War I and World War II or guiding war-torn nations to recovery in peacetime, five-star General Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) faced every challenge with unwavering courage and resolve. The general began his honored army career by leading his fellow cadets at West Point and ultimately commanded all U.S. forces in Asia. Remembered especially for directing the fight against Japanese expansion during WWII and later governing the defeated Japanese people with grace and wisdom, General MacArthur won the respect of millions, both allies and enemies. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Janet Benge) Thu, 19 Dec 2013 23:52:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Douglas-MacArthur-Audiobook/B00HCRTBIQ thebookvoice.com 05:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Douglas MacArthur Subtitle: What Greater Honor (Heroes of History) Author: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge Narrator: Tim Gregory Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-13 Publisher: YWAM Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Whether masterminding strategy and fighting on the front lines to secure Allied victory in World War I and World War II or guiding war-torn nations to recovery in peacetime, five-star General Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) faced every challenge with unwavering courage and resolve. The general began his honored army career by leading his fellow cadets at West Point and ultimately commanded all U.S. forces in Asia. Remembered especially for directing the fight against Japanese expansion during WWII and later governing the defeated Japanese people with grace and wisdom, General MacArthur won the respect of millions, both allies and enemies. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Douglas MacArthur Subtitle: What Greater Honor (Heroes of History) Author: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge Narrator: Tim Gregory Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 12-19-13 Publisher: YWAM Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Whether masterminding strategy and fighting on the front lines to secure Allied victory in World War I and World War II or guiding war-torn nations to recovery in peacetime, five-star General Douglas MacArthur (1880-1964) faced every challenge with unwavering courage and resolve. The general began his honored army career by leading his fellow cadets at West Point and ultimately commanded all U.S. forces in Asia. Remembered especially for directing the fight against Japanese expansion during WWII and later governing the defeated Japanese people with grace and wisdom, General MacArthur won the respect of millions, both allies and enemies. Members Reviews: wonderful I loved getting to know who Gen MacArthur was! I learned what the Korean conflict was about - I never really knew! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/People-and-Empires-Audiobook/B002VA8OJ6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: People and Empires Subtitle: A Short History of European Migration, Exploration, and Conquest, from Greece to the Present [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Anthony Pagden Narrator: Joel Leffert Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Cambridge professor and renowned historian Anthony Pagden covers a vast subject in a compact package with Peoples and Empires. This wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating work examines the origins and history of the West with terse, efficient prose. With a captivating narration by Robert O'Keefe, listeners will find this work enjoyable and utterly absorbing. ©2001 Anthony Pagden (P)2001 Recorded Books, LLC bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Anthony Pagden) Mon, 01 Aug 2005 01:16:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/People-and-Empires-Audiobook/B002VA8OJ6 thebookvoice.com 06:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: People and Empires Subtitle: A Short History of European Migration, Exploration, and Conquest, from Greece to the Present [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Anthony Pagden Narrator: Joel Leffert Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Cambridge professor and renowned historian Anthony Pagden covers a vast subject in a compact package with Peoples and Empires. This wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating work examines the origins and history of the West with terse, efficient prose. With a captivating narration by Robert O'Keefe, listeners will find this work enjoyable and utterly absorbing. ©2001 Anthony Pagden (P)2001 Recorded Books, LLC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: People and Empires Subtitle: A Short History of European Migration, Exploration, and Conquest, from Greece to the Present [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Anthony Pagden Narrator: Joel Leffert Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Cambridge professor and renowned historian Anthony Pagden covers a vast subject in a compact package with Peoples and Empires. This wide-ranging and intellectually stimulating work examines the origins and history of the West with terse, efficient prose. With a captivating narration by Robert O'Keefe, listeners will find this work enjoyable and utterly absorbing. ©2001 Anthony Pagden (P)2001 Recorded Books, LLC Members Reviews: A Lucid, Intelligent Book for General Readers I don't know about the other readers, but my high school world history teacher was the swim coach. Let's just say I know a lot about the fortunes of a certain swim team from Connecticut circa 1967. If PEOPLES AND EMPIRES has achieved little else, it has plugged the gaping holes in my education and pulled three ensuing decades of idiosyncratic, untutored reading into context. For that it gets the 5 stars. The Modern Library Chronicles are intended to be short works to serve as general introductions or refresher courses. When covering more than two millennia in less than 200 pages (it is 167 pages plus introduction and addenda), choices have to be made in what to keep, what to skip. Pagden's focus is the concept of empire and how it was adapted and revised over time to shape European civilization as it gradually circled the globe, then ebbed. There are entire wars, events and personalities that are left out because they do not directly relate to the conceptual development of empire. You will not find the Crusades in this text (though noted in the chronology) nor the Spanish Armada. You will find a detailed, charged discussion of slavery and its role in empire development. Likewise, you will find an energetic account of the conquistadors. Pagden's prose is always lucid and level, but in those chapters he shines. This is the second Chronicles volume I've read. The series editor displays a knack for identifying authors who infuse their topics with voice, vision and heart. The books are well documented with indexes, chronologies and bibliographies. While seasoned historians may debate their perspective or find the content too general, it is just what a mainstream reader needs. Of Warriors and Captive A concise, readable account, not just of empires and immigration patterns, but of the sweep of world history in general. I would be hard put to imagine how one could do as much as Mr. Pagden has done in as few pages. It includes a chronology of key events, and a description of central historical figures. This is a great book to read prior to or in conjunction with more in-depth surveys of world history. Pagden notes some watershed transformations including, (1) the empire of Charles V and its maritime reach, (2) the role of the Netherlands both within Europe and in the Asia-Pacific arena, (3) slavery and its long history from 1444 to approximately 1870, (4) the "scientific" justification for colonization and/or indirect rule from mid-18th to early 20th century, and (5) the current view of empires today, which negates the distinction, held somewhere in the West (and in China and Japan as well) since the Greek polis, of citizens and barbarians. Mr. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Inside-Delta-Force-Audiobook/B0050OCT2S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside Delta Force Subtitle: The Story of Americas Elite Counterterrorist Unit Author: Eric L. Haney Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-16-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3499 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Delta Forcethe US Armys most elite top-secret strike force. They dominate the modern battlefield, but you wont hear about their heroics on CNN. No headlines can reveal their top-secret missions, and no book has ever taken readers insideuntil now. Here, a founding member of Delta Force takes us behind the veil of secrecy and into the action to reveal the never-before-told story of First Special Forces Operational Detachment-D (Delta Force). He is a master of espionage, trained to take on hijackers, terrorists, and enemy armies. He can deploy by parachute or arrive by commercial aircraft, survive alone in hostile cities, speak foreign languages fluently, strike at enemy targets with stunning swiftness and extraordinary teamwork. He is the ultimate modern warrior: the Delta Force operator. In this dramatic chronicle, Eric Haney, one of the founding members of Delta Force, takes us inside this legendary counterterrorist unit. Here, for the first time, are details of the grueling selection processdesigned to break the strongest of menthat singles out the best of the best. With heart-stopping immediacy, Haney tells what its really like to enter a hostage-held airplane. From his days in Beirut, he tells a remarkable tale of bodyguards and bombs, of a day-to-day life of madness and beauty, and of how he and a teammate are called on to kill two gunmen targeting US Marines at an airport. As part of the team sent to rescue American hostages in Tehran, Haney offers a first-person description of that failed mission that is a chilling, compelling account of a bold maneuver undone by chanceand a few fatal mistakes. From fighting guerrilla warfare in Honduras to rescuing missionaries in Sudan and leading the way onto the island of Grenada, Haney captures the daring and discipline that distinguish the men of Delta Force. Inside Delta Force brings honor to these singular men while it puts us in the middle of around-the-world action that is sudden, frightening, and nonstop. Critic Reviews: The story of the US militarys elite counterterrorism warriors Timely fascinating well-written. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Eric L. Haney) Mon, 16 May 2011 23:22:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Inside-Delta-Force-Audiobook/B0050OCT2S thebookvoice.com 13:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside Delta Force Subtitle: The Story of Americas Elite Counterterrorist Unit Author: Eric L. Haney Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-16-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3499 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Delta Forcethe US Armys most elite top-secret strike force. They dominate the modern battlefield, but you wont hear about their heroics on CNN. No headlines can reveal their top-secret missions, and no book has ever taken readers insideuntil now. Here, a founding member of Delta Force takes us behind the veil of secrecy and into the action to reveal the never-before-told story of First Special Forces Operational Detachment-D (Delta Force). He is a master of espionage, trained to take on hijackers, terrorists, and enemy armies. He can deploy by parachute or arrive by commercial aircraft, survive alone in hostile cities, speak foreign languages fluently, strike at enemy targets with stunning swiftness and extraordinary teamwork. He is the ultimate modern warrior: the Delta Force operator. In this dramatic chronicle, Eric Haney, one of the founding members of Delta Force, takes us inside this legendary counterterrorist unit. Here, for the first time, are details of the grueling selection processdesigned to break the strongest of menthat singles out the best of the best. With heart-stopping immediacy, Haney tells what its really like to enter a hostage-held airplane. From his days in Beirut, he tells a remarkable tale of bodyguards and bombs, of a day-to-day life of madness and beauty, and of how he and a teammate are called on to kill two gunmen targeting US Marines at an airport. As part of the team sent to rescue American hostages in Tehran, Haney offers a first-person description of that failed mission that is a chilling, compelling account of a bold maneuver undone by chanceand a few fatal mistakes. From fighting guerrilla warfare in Honduras to rescuing missionaries in Sudan and leading the way onto the island of Grenada, Haney captures the daring and discipline that distinguish the men of Delta Force. Inside Delta Force brings honor to these singular men while it puts us in the middle of around-the-world action that is sudden, frightening, and nonstop. Critic Reviews: The story of the US militarys elite counterterrorism warriors Timely fascinating well-written. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside Delta Force Subtitle: The Story of Americas Elite Counterterrorist Unit Author: Eric L. Haney Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-16-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3499 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Delta Forcethe US Armys most elite top-secret strike force. They dominate the modern battlefield, but you wont hear about their heroics on CNN. No headlines can reveal their top-secret missions, and no book has ever taken readers insideuntil now. Here, a founding member of Delta Force takes us behind the veil of secrecy and into the action to reveal the never-before-told story of First Special Forces Operational Detachment-D (Delta Force). He is a master of espionage, trained to take on hijackers, terrorists, and enemy armies. He can deploy by parachute or arrive by commercial aircraft, survive alone in hostile cities, speak foreign languages fluently, strike at enemy targets with stunning swiftness and extraordinary teamwork. He is the ultimate modern warrior: the Delta Force operator. In this dramatic chronicle, Eric Haney, one of the founding members of Delta Force, takes us inside this legendary counterterrorist unit. Here, for the first time, are details of the grueling selection processdesigned to break the strongest of menthat singles out the best of the best. With heart-stopping immediacy, Haney tells what its really like to enter a hostage-held airplane. From his days in Beirut, he tells a remarkable tale of bodyguards and bombs, of a day-to-day life of madness and beauty, and of how he and a teammate are called on to kill two gunmen targeting US Marines at an airport. As part of the team sent to rescue American hostages in Tehran, Haney offers a first-person description of that failed mission that is a chilling, compelling account of a bold maneuver undone by chanceand a few fatal mistakes. From fighting guerrilla warfare in Honduras to rescuing missionaries in Sudan and leading the way onto the island of Grenada, Haney captures the daring and discipline that distinguish the men of Delta Force. Inside Delta Force brings honor to these singular men while it puts us in the middle of around-the-world action that is sudden, frightening, and nonstop. Critic Reviews: The story of the US militarys elite counterterrorism warriors Timely fascinating well-written. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution) Members Reviews: Both a How To book and a bit of history The book begins by describing Delta selection and then the process through which Delta force established its procedures and culture and how they're prepared evolve through changing times. The second half of the book describes the author's participation in several actions. I really enjoy the first part of the book because the focus on developing methods and procedures really demonstrates good management methods. The narrator for the book is excellent as well. I highly recommend the book. Good, Detail Filled History of the "Operator" This book was very good, but might not be enjoyed by those without enough base knowledge to understand the detailed level of explanation of tactics and terminology used in the book. The narrator was good, and I had no complaints about him at all. If you want a detailed history of the first unit of dedicated spec-ops "Operators", then this is definitely for you. Finally I get the low down on Delta Force Any additional comments? I served 22 years in the United States Army 16 of them at Ft. Bragg NC. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Skunk-Works-Audiobook/B011LR4PW4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Skunk Works Subtitle: A Personal Memoir of My Years of Lockheed Author: Leo Janos, Ben R. Rich Narrator: Pete Larkin Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2771 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the development of the U-2 to the Stealth fighter, the never-before-told story behind America's high-stakes quest to dominate the skies. Skunk Works is the true story of America's most secret and successful aerospace operation. As recounted by Ben Rich, the operation's brilliant boss for nearly two decades, the chronicle of Lockheed's legendary Skunk Works is a drama of Cold War confrontations and Gulf War air combat, of extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement against fantastic odds. Here are up-close portraits of the maverick band of scientists and engineers who made the Skunk Works so renowned. Filled with telling personal anecdotes and high adventure, with narratives from the CIA and from air force pilots who flew the many classified, risky missions, this book is a riveting portrait of the most spectacular aviation triumphs of the 20th century. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Leo Janos) Tue, 14 Jul 2015 09:32:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Skunk-Works-Audiobook/B011LR4PW4 thebookvoice.com 12:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Skunk Works Subtitle: A Personal Memoir of My Years of Lockheed Author: Leo Janos, Ben R. Rich Narrator: Pete Larkin Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2771 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the development of the U-2 to the Stealth fighter, the never-before-told story behind America's high-stakes quest to dominate the skies. Skunk Works is the true story of America's most secret and successful aerospace operation. As recounted by Ben Rich, the operation's brilliant boss for nearly two decades, the chronicle of Lockheed's legendary Skunk Works is a drama of Cold War confrontations and Gulf War air combat, of extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement against fantastic odds. Here are up-close portraits of the maverick band of scientists and engineers who made the Skunk Works so renowned. Filled with telling personal anecdotes and high adventure, with narratives from the CIA and from air force pilots who flew the many classified, risky missions, this book is a riveting portrait of the most spectacular aviation triumphs of the 20th century. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Skunk Works Subtitle: A Personal Memoir of My Years of Lockheed Author: Leo Janos, Ben R. Rich Narrator: Pete Larkin Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2771 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the development of the U-2 to the Stealth fighter, the never-before-told story behind America's high-stakes quest to dominate the skies. Skunk Works is the true story of America's most secret and successful aerospace operation. As recounted by Ben Rich, the operation's brilliant boss for nearly two decades, the chronicle of Lockheed's legendary Skunk Works is a drama of Cold War confrontations and Gulf War air combat, of extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement against fantastic odds. Here are up-close portraits of the maverick band of scientists and engineers who made the Skunk Works so renowned. Filled with telling personal anecdotes and high adventure, with narratives from the CIA and from air force pilots who flew the many classified, risky missions, this book is a riveting portrait of the most spectacular aviation triumphs of the 20th century. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Awesome Skunk Works is a personal memoir written by the chief engineer of Lockheeds Skunk Works Ben Rick. The book tells of his first experiences at Lockheed during the 1950s; it ranges all the way past the First Gulf War. The author describes the varied events that occurred and projects that were undertaken at Lockheeds aerospace development wing. The first four chapters are about building the first stealth bomber. Rich tells how the name Skunk Works came about. He describes the U2 project and Blackbird. Rich also tells about his co-workers and particularly his boss the genius Kelly Johnson. He also discusses his colleagues from other agencies such as the Air Force and the CIA. Rich covers many of the technical details and challenges that the Skunk Works team faced overcoming engineering problems as well as the difficulties of funding and politics. Rich also covers his personal life including the death of his wife. I enjoyed the comment from various fellow workers from Lockheed, Air Force offices and the various Secretary of Defenses and other political appointees. This is a great book as it describes the almost impossible challenges the engineers rose to solve. The book is well written and moves right along. This is a book you will want to keep to use as a reference book. Pete Larkin narrated the book. Nice work for a techie or aero interested Overall liked it a lot. Performance was good. The narrator tried to alert you when the chapter or passage was someone else other than the principal contributor but it would be more helpful if those passages were voiced by a different voice actor. Awesome book. Thank you for all the hard work. Who knows what would have happened without them Great listen A little hard to keep up with who the author is speaking for but great book and story on skunkworks Skunk Works Very interesting coverage of the history of the skunk works and the people behind it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Ghost-Wars-Audiobook/B005ZTQ4RY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ghost Wars Subtitle: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001 Author: Steve Coll Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 729 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Pulitzer Prize, General Nonfiction, 2005 The explosive first-hand account of America's secret history in Afghanistan. With the publication of Ghost Wars, Steve Coll became not only a Pulitzer Prize winner, but also the expert on the rise of the Taliban, the emergence of Bin Laden, and the secret efforts by CIA officers and their agents to capture or kill Bin Laden in Afghanistan after 1998. Critic Reviews: " Ghost Wars is a complex study of intelligence operations and an invaluable resource for those seeking a nuanced understanding of how a small band of extremists rose to inflict incalculable damage on American soil." (Amazon.com review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Steve Coll) Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:18:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Ghost-Wars-Audiobook/B005ZTQ4RY thebookvoice.com 26:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ghost Wars Subtitle: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001 Author: Steve Coll Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 729 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Pulitzer Prize, General Nonfiction, 2005 The explosive first-hand account of America's secret history in Afghanistan. With the publication of Ghost Wars, Steve Coll became not only a Pulitzer Prize winner, but also the expert on the rise of the Taliban, the emergence of Bin Laden, and the secret efforts by CIA officers and their agents to capture or kill Bin Laden in Afghanistan after 1998. Critic Reviews: " Ghost Wars is a complex study of intelligence operations and an invaluable resource for those seeking a nuanced understanding of how a small band of extremists rose to inflict incalculable damage on American soil." (Amazon.com review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ghost Wars Subtitle: The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001 Author: Steve Coll Narrator: Malcolm Hillgartner Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 729 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Pulitzer Prize, General Nonfiction, 2005 The explosive first-hand account of America's secret history in Afghanistan. With the publication of Ghost Wars, Steve Coll became not only a Pulitzer Prize winner, but also the expert on the rise of the Taliban, the emergence of Bin Laden, and the secret efforts by CIA officers and their agents to capture or kill Bin Laden in Afghanistan after 1998. Critic Reviews: " Ghost Wars is a complex study of intelligence operations and an invaluable resource for those seeking a nuanced understanding of how a small band of extremists rose to inflict incalculable damage on American soil." (Amazon.com review) Members Reviews: An Exceptional Accomplishment Ghost Wars may prove to be the best book I read in 2013. It tells the story of the CIA's involvement in Afghanistan from the Soviet Invasion to the terror attacks in 2001. But that's not all it is. You will meet the directors of the CIA and see how their personalities influence the agency. You will learn about the Washington political climate under different presidencies and see how they cripple any potential to cure Afghanistan of its extremism. You will watch how the outcast younger son of a prominent family, named Osama bin Laden, sets up an empire in the ruined countryside. The writing avoids analysis until the end, letting you examine events as they unfold with amazing clarity and detail. The narration is crisp and exciting without being overly-dramatized. When the wrap up finally comes it is stunning and insightful. This is an amazing book, filled with knowledge, rich storytelling, and thoughtfulness. You deserve to read it. A PAINFUL RELIVING OF THE RUN-UP TO 9/11 Mistakes were made, by Bush 41, Clinton and Bush 43. Bush 41's policies put the Taliban in charge of Afghanistan, Clinton kept them there and Bush 43 was distracted by a VP and a Condi who were uninformed and uninterested. We armed the "resistance" fighters and abandoned them when the "resistance" got rid of the Russians. We relied on biased, self-serving "intelligence" from Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, both countries supported the Taliban. We gave millions to Pakistan, much of which was diverted to personal accounts, and succeeded in tipping the balance toward the military intelligence side and away from the civil executive/legislative side, destabilizing a nuclear power. Were there good outcomes? Well, the Russian economy imploded, the Berlin Wall fell and the Soviet Republic disintegrated. Would the Wall have fallen anyway? Maybe. We'll never know. Good news? The Cold War was over. Bad news? We entered the era of terrorism. We don't know how this era will end but, thanks to this book, we know how it began. Painful, depressing great read. Required Reading What made the experience of listening to Ghost Wars the most enjoyable? Like many others, I want to understand how the United States got into the current mess in Afghanistan. This is the first book I've read that provides, in a truly in depth and objective manner. the always ignored back story. Anyone who cares to voice an opinion on future policy decisions in the Middle East should be familiar with this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Command-and-Control-Audiobook/B00ELPIT26 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Command and Control Subtitle: Nuclear Weapons, the Damascus Accident, and the Illusion of Safety Author: Eric Schlosser Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1778 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A myth-shattering exposé of America's nuclear weapons. Famed investigative journalist Eric Schlosser digs deep to uncover secrets about the management of America's nuclear arsenal. A groundbreaking account of accidents, near misses, extraordinary heroism, and technological breakthroughs, Command and Control explores the dilemma that has existed since the dawn of the nuclear age: How do you deploy weapons of mass destruction without being destroyed by them? That question has never been resolved - and Schlosser reveals how the combination of human fallibility and technological complexity still poses a grave risk to mankind. While the harms of global warming increasingly dominate the news, the equally dangerous yet more immediate threat of nuclear weapons has been largely forgotten. Written with the vibrancy of a first-rate thriller, Command and Control interweaves the minute-by-minute story of an accident at a nuclear missile silo in rural Arkansas with a historical narrative that spans more than 50 years. It depicts the urgent effort by American scientists, policy makers, and military officers to ensure that nuclear weapons can't be stolen, sabotaged, used without permission, or detonated inadvertently. Schlosser also looks at the Cold War from a new perspective, offering history from the ground up, telling the stories of bomber pilots, missile commanders, maintenance crews, and other ordinary servicemen who risked their lives to avert a nuclear holocaust. At the heart of the book lies the struggle, amid the rolling hills and small farms of Damascus, Arkansas, to prevent the explosion of a ballistic missile carrying the most powerful nuclear warhead ever built by the United States. Drawing on recently declassified documents and interviews with people who designed and routinely handled nuclear weapons, Command and Control takes readers into a terrifying but fascinating world that, until now, has been largely hidden from view. Through the details of a single accident, Schlosser illustrates how an unlikely event can become unavoidable, how small risks can have terrible consequences, and how the most brilliant minds in the nation can only provide us with an illusion of control. Audacious, gripping, and unforgettable, Command and Control is a tour de force of investigative journalism, an eye-opening look at the dangers of America's nuclear age. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Eric Schlosser) Tue, 17 Sep 2013 23:24:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Command-and-Control-Audiobook/B00ELPIT26 thebookvoice.com 20:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Command and Control Subtitle: Nuclear Weapons, the Damascus Accident, and the Illusion of Safety Author: Eric Schlosser Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1778 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A myth-shattering exposé of America's nuclear weapons. Famed investigative journalist Eric Schlosser digs deep to uncover secrets about the management of America's nuclear arsenal. A groundbreaking account of accidents, near misses, extraordinary heroism, and technological breakthroughs, Command and Control explores the dilemma that has existed since the dawn of the nuclear age: How do you deploy weapons of mass destruction without being destroyed by them? That question has never been resolved - and Schlosser reveals how the combination of human fallibility and technological complexity still poses a grave risk to mankind. While the harms of global warming increasingly dominate the news, the equally dangerous yet more immediate threat of nuclear weapons has been largely forgotten. Written with the vibrancy of a first-rate thriller, Command and Control interweaves the minute-by-minute story of an accident at a nuclear missile silo in rural Arkansas with a historical narrative that spans more than 50 years. It depicts the urgent effort by American scientists, policy makers, and military officers to ensure that nuclear weapons can't be stolen, sabotaged, used without permission, or detonated inadvertently. Schlosser also looks at the Cold War from a new perspective, offering history from the ground up, telling the stories of bomber pilots, missile commanders, maintenance crews, and other ordinary servicemen who risked their lives to avert a nuclear holocaust. At the heart of the book lies the struggle, amid the rolling hills and small farms of Damascus, Arkansas, to prevent the explosion of a ballistic missile carrying the most powerful nuclear warhead ever built by the United States. Drawing on recently declassified documents and interviews with people who designed and routinely handled nuclear weapons, Command and Control takes readers into a terrifying but fascinating world that, until now, has been largely hidden from view. Through the details of a single accident, Schlosser illustrates how an unlikely event can become unavoidable, how small risks can have terrible consequences, and how the most brilliant minds in the nation can only provide us with an illusion of control. Audacious, gripping, and unforgettable, Command and Control is a tour de force of investigative journalism, an eye-opening look at the dangers of America's nuclear age. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Command and Control Subtitle: Nuclear Weapons, the Damascus Accident, and the Illusion of Safety Author: Eric Schlosser Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1778 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A myth-shattering exposé of America's nuclear weapons. Famed investigative journalist Eric Schlosser digs deep to uncover secrets about the management of America's nuclear arsenal. A groundbreaking account of accidents, near misses, extraordinary heroism, and technological breakthroughs, Command and Control explores the dilemma that has existed since the dawn of the nuclear age: How do you deploy weapons of mass destruction without being destroyed by them? That question has never been resolved - and Schlosser reveals how the combination of human fallibility and technological complexity still poses a grave risk to mankind. While the harms of global warming increasingly dominate the news, the equally dangerous yet more immediate threat of nuclear weapons has been largely forgotten. Written with the vibrancy of a first-rate thriller, Command and Control interweaves the minute-by-minute story of an accident at a nuclear missile silo in rural Arkansas with a historical narrative that spans more than 50 years. It depicts the urgent effort by American scientists, policy makers, and military officers to ensure that nuclear weapons can't be stolen, sabotaged, used without permission, or detonated inadvertently. Schlosser also looks at the Cold War from a new perspective, offering history from the ground up, telling the stories of bomber pilots, missile commanders, maintenance crews, and other ordinary servicemen who risked their lives to avert a nuclear holocaust. At the heart of the book lies the struggle, amid the rolling hills and small farms of Damascus, Arkansas, to prevent the explosion of a ballistic missile carrying the most powerful nuclear warhead ever built by the United States. Drawing on recently declassified documents and interviews with people who designed and routinely handled nuclear weapons, Command and Control takes readers into a terrifying but fascinating world that, until now, has been largely hidden from view. Through the details of a single accident, Schlosser illustrates how an unlikely event can become unavoidable, how small risks can have terrible consequences, and how the most brilliant minds in the nation can only provide us with an illusion of control. Audacious, gripping, and unforgettable, Command and Control is a tour de force of investigative journalism, an eye-opening look at the dangers of America's nuclear age. Members Reviews: Stunning What did you love best about Command and Control? The story brings together the history, science and military facets of nuclear weapons, by building on an actual Titan ICBM accident. What did you like best about this story? Having served in the Strategic Air Command and kept B-52s aloft with live nukes, the stories were a revelation - so many accidents and near catastrophes - that one can only conclude we were saved from ourselves. Any additional comments? It is hard to appreciate the overwhelming threat that nuclear weapons posed in the 60s and 70s, and the relief at the end of the cold war. But then, the weapons haven't gone away... SUPERB ON SO MANY LEVELS This is a great read but it will scare the shyt out of you. Nuclear weapons + human error = utter catastrophe. I dont know about you but I always assumed things as dangerous as nuclear weapons were handled with enormous over cautious care. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Destined-for-War-Audiobook/B071YG9W5S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Destined for War Subtitle: Can America and China Escape Thucydides's Trap? Author: Graham Allison Narrator: Richard Ferrone Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: War with China is much more likely than anyone thinks. When Athens went to war with Sparta some 2,500 years ago, the Greek historian Thucydides identified one simple cause: A rising power threatened to displace a ruling one. As the eminent Harvard scholar Graham Allison explains, in the past 500 years, great powers have found themselves in "Thucydides's Trap" 16 times. In 12 of the 16 - from war between the French and the Habsburgs in the 16th century to the two world wars of the 20th - the results have been catastrophic. Today, the same structural forces propel China and the United States toward a cataclysm of unseen proportions, even as both sides insist that such a war could never occur. In Destined for War, Allison compares the US-China conflict to its closest parallel: World War I. There, a rising Germany threatened the supremacy of the British Empire. He sketches several scenarios in which America and China might slide, against their intent and better judgment, into a similar conflict. But he also examines the rare instances when two clashing powers have avoided disaster. Can our current standoff be one of those exceptions? Allison's answer is essential listening for our age and ages to come. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Graham Allison) Tue, 30 May 2017 05:35:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Destined-for-War-Audiobook/B071YG9W5S thebookvoice.com 12:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Destined for War Subtitle: Can America and China Escape Thucydides's Trap? Author: Graham Allison Narrator: Richard Ferrone Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: War with China is much more likely than anyone thinks. When Athens went to war with Sparta some 2,500 years ago, the Greek historian Thucydides identified one simple cause: A rising power threatened to displace a ruling one. As the eminent Harvard scholar Graham Allison explains, in the past 500 years, great powers have found themselves in "Thucydides's Trap" 16 times. In 12 of the 16 - from war between the French and the Habsburgs in the 16th century to the two world wars of the 20th - the results have been catastrophic. Today, the same structural forces propel China and the United States toward a cataclysm of unseen proportions, even as both sides insist that such a war could never occur. In Destined for War, Allison compares the US-China conflict to its closest parallel: World War I. There, a rising Germany threatened the supremacy of the British Empire. He sketches several scenarios in which America and China might slide, against their intent and better judgment, into a similar conflict. But he also examines the rare instances when two clashing powers have avoided disaster. Can our current standoff be one of those exceptions? Allison's answer is essential listening for our age and ages to come. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Destined for War Subtitle: Can America and China Escape Thucydides's Trap? Author: Graham Allison Narrator: Richard Ferrone Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 196 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: War with China is much more likely than anyone thinks. When Athens went to war with Sparta some 2,500 years ago, the Greek historian Thucydides identified one simple cause: A rising power threatened to displace a ruling one. As the eminent Harvard scholar Graham Allison explains, in the past 500 years, great powers have found themselves in "Thucydides's Trap" 16 times. In 12 of the 16 - from war between the French and the Habsburgs in the 16th century to the two world wars of the 20th - the results have been catastrophic. Today, the same structural forces propel China and the United States toward a cataclysm of unseen proportions, even as both sides insist that such a war could never occur. In Destined for War, Allison compares the US-China conflict to its closest parallel: World War I. There, a rising Germany threatened the supremacy of the British Empire. He sketches several scenarios in which America and China might slide, against their intent and better judgment, into a similar conflict. But he also examines the rare instances when two clashing powers have avoided disaster. Can our current standoff be one of those exceptions? Allison's answer is essential listening for our age and ages to come. Members Reviews: Balances, Counter-Balances and Traps Great book. was a recommendation for class reading. glad I did. It proved to illuminate and portray in concrete terms the seemingly abstract theories of International Relations. Only a trap if you care about ranking One would argue that with nuclear weapons great power politics is about economics of creation/destruction so the chance 4/16 for peace may actually be 1/1 for peace as the cold war is the only war that would be counted in the nuclear era not the last 500 years. It would be more so if false flag nuclear event is ruled out but after 9/11 no one is sure of that. Great insight! This is an excellent book for students of military history or international affairs. Graham Allison does not argue that war with China is inevitable and presents cases that counter Thucydides's Trap. History does show that war is likely if leaders of both nations don't make smart decisions that will allow the nations to avoid a direct military conflict. He does describe the key points of the Peloponnesian War so a knowledge of Thucydides is not a prerequisite for reading or listening to this book. Most important book on international relations This book explains clearly why managing US-China relations is the most important and challenging task of this era of international relations. Written clearly and presented with appropriate gravitas, Allison demonstrates why he remains in the premier league of analysts. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/On-War-Audiobook/B0036K1XJS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On War Author: Carl von Clausewitz Narrator: Nadia May Format: Abridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 132 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This abridged version of Clausewitz's magnum opus follows the text of the New and Revised Edition (edition by F.N. Maude in 1908) of Col. J.J. Graham's translation. Of the original three volumes, this version includes all of Volume I (except for the last chapter on night fighting) and six of the nine chapters of Book Eight of Volume III (The Plan of War). The editor's objective was to select those portions which most closely relate to our own time. Critic Reviews: "What makes On War so timely is that, unlike most military strategists and theoreticians, Clausewitz did not advocate war or recommend specific courses of action, but merely thought to describe war's character and dynamics." (Harper's Magazine) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Carl von Clausewitz) Wed, 05 Feb 2003 06:27:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/On-War-Audiobook/B0036K1XJS thebookvoice.com 11:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On War Author: Carl von Clausewitz Narrator: Nadia May Format: Abridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 132 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This abridged version of Clausewitz's magnum opus follows the text of the New and Revised Edition (edition by F.N. Maude in 1908) of Col. J.J. Graham's translation. Of the original three volumes, this version includes all of Volume I (except for the last chapter on night fighting) and six of the nine chapters of Book Eight of Volume III (The Plan of War). The editor's objective was to select those portions which most closely relate to our own time. Critic Reviews: "What makes On War so timely is that, unlike most military strategists and theoreticians, Clausewitz did not advocate war or recommend specific courses of action, but merely thought to describe war's character and dynamics." (Harper's Magazine) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On War Author: Carl von Clausewitz Narrator: Nadia May Format: Abridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 132 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This abridged version of Clausewitz's magnum opus follows the text of the New and Revised Edition (edition by F.N. Maude in 1908) of Col. J.J. Graham's translation. Of the original three volumes, this version includes all of Volume I (except for the last chapter on night fighting) and six of the nine chapters of Book Eight of Volume III (The Plan of War). The editor's objective was to select those portions which most closely relate to our own time. Critic Reviews: "What makes On War so timely is that, unlike most military strategists and theoreticians, Clausewitz did not advocate war or recommend specific courses of action, but merely thought to describe war's character and dynamics." (Harper's Magazine) Members Reviews: Warning: Do not buy.Botched recording. What would have made On War better? This is not audible. The recording is so bad the book is absolutely useless. It is way below normal Ausible standards. Don't buy it, even if it is the only recording of this book on Audible. Your money is lost. Has On War turned you off from other books in this genre? No, but it has shaken my confindence in Audible quality standards and its attitude towards subscribers and costumers in general. How could the performance have been better? Audible could have admitted that the recording is hortible, removed it from the catalogue as suggested and reimbursed my credit. I feel ripped off. Bad Audio I listen in the car, and as much as I like this tome, the terrible audio makes me regret this purchase. Bad Audio Quality I believe the audio was re-mastered from the early 90's, the narrator is british and the quality is not quite good, it takes a while to get use to but If you are determined to hear and understand you will. I guess clauswitz would call it friction Great, however... The subject matter is obviously incredible, however I find the narrater rushes through the text a bit too much. Understanding the complex ideas Clausewitz is trying to articulate takes time for digestion. Speeding through the process makes it more difficult to have one complete thought or maxim understood. Instead, disjointed segments of ideas are scrambled in the readers brain requiring them to re-read some of the passages. Overall the book is great but the tempo could be scaled back a little. On War Carl von Clausewitz is some what difficult to understand. It is military theory and is not light reading. You might find humor in the audio version of this text, but on a more serious note it did allow for me to pass my class on the History of Warfare. If you are looking for other Military Theory, I enjoyed Sun-Tzu's "Art of War" much more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Destination-Casablanca-Audiobook/B0743MVG4M Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Destination Casablanca Subtitle: Exile, Espionage, and the Battle for North Africa in World War II Author: Meredith Hindley Narrator: Matthew Waterson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In November 1942, as a part of Operation Torch, 33,000 American soldiers sailed undetected across the Atlantic and stormed the beaches of French Morocco. Seventy-four hours later, the Americans controlled the country and one of the most valuable wartime ports: Casablanca. In the years preceding, Casablanca had evolved from an exotic travel destination to a key military target after France's surrender to Germany. Jewish refugees from Europe poured in, hoping to obtain visas and passage to the United States and beyond. Nazi agents and collaborators infiltrated the city in search of power and loyalty. The resistance was not far behind, as shopkeepers, celebrities, former French Foreign Legionnaires, and disgruntled bureaucrats formed a network of Allied spies. But once in American hands, Casablanca became a crucial logistical hub in the fight against Germany - and the site of Roosevelt and Churchill's demand for "unconditional surrender". Rife with rogue soldiers, power grabs, and diplomatic intrigue, Destination Casablanca is the riveting and untold story of this glamorous city - memorialized in the classic film - at the heart of World War II. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "Here is an important, well-researched, and well-written account of a major aspect of World War II that is generally neglected in the existing literature. The listener is offered a convincing picture of the complicated interactions of the Americans and British with the supporters of Vichy and of the Free French, the local Muslim and Jewish leaders and population, and the agents of Germany. This listener does not know of any other successful unravelling of this theater's complexities." (Gerhard L. Weinber, professor emeritus, University of North Carolina) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Meredith Hindley) Wed, 25 Oct 2017 16:14:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Destination-Casablanca-Audiobook/B0743MVG4M thebookvoice.com 17:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Destination Casablanca Subtitle: Exile, Espionage, and the Battle for North Africa in World War II Author: Meredith Hindley Narrator: Matthew Waterson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In November 1942, as a part of Operation Torch, 33,000 American soldiers sailed undetected across the Atlantic and stormed the beaches of French Morocco. Seventy-four hours later, the Americans controlled the country and one of the most valuable wartime ports: Casablanca. In the years preceding, Casablanca had evolved from an exotic travel destination to a key military target after France's surrender to Germany. Jewish refugees from Europe poured in, hoping to obtain visas and passage to the United States and beyond. Nazi agents and collaborators infiltrated the city in search of power and loyalty. The resistance was not far behind, as shopkeepers, celebrities, former French Foreign Legionnaires, and disgruntled bureaucrats formed a network of Allied spies. But once in American hands, Casablanca became a crucial logistical hub in the fight against Germany - and the site of Roosevelt and Churchill's demand for "unconditional surrender". Rife with rogue soldiers, power grabs, and diplomatic intrigue, Destination Casablanca is the riveting and untold story of this glamorous city - memorialized in the classic film - at the heart of World War II. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "Here is an important, well-researched, and well-written account of a major aspect of World War II that is generally neglected in the existing literature. The listener is offered a convincing picture of the complicated interactions of the Americans and British with the supporters of Vichy and of the Free French, the local Muslim and Jewish leaders and population, and the agents of Germany. This listener does not know of any other successful unravelling of this theater's complexities." (Gerhard L. Weinber, professor emeritus, University of North Carolina) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Destination Casablanca Subtitle: Exile, Espionage, and the Battle for North Africa in World War II Author: Meredith Hindley Narrator: Matthew Waterson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In November 1942, as a part of Operation Torch, 33,000 American soldiers sailed undetected across the Atlantic and stormed the beaches of French Morocco. Seventy-four hours later, the Americans controlled the country and one of the most valuable wartime ports: Casablanca. In the years preceding, Casablanca had evolved from an exotic travel destination to a key military target after France's surrender to Germany. Jewish refugees from Europe poured in, hoping to obtain visas and passage to the United States and beyond. Nazi agents and collaborators infiltrated the city in search of power and loyalty. The resistance was not far behind, as shopkeepers, celebrities, former French Foreign Legionnaires, and disgruntled bureaucrats formed a network of Allied spies. But once in American hands, Casablanca became a crucial logistical hub in the fight against Germany - and the site of Roosevelt and Churchill's demand for "unconditional surrender". Rife with rogue soldiers, power grabs, and diplomatic intrigue, Destination Casablanca is the riveting and untold story of this glamorous city - memorialized in the classic film - at the heart of World War II. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "Here is an important, well-researched, and well-written account of a major aspect of World War II that is generally neglected in the existing literature. The listener is offered a convincing picture of the complicated interactions of the Americans and British with the supporters of Vichy and of the Free French, the local Muslim and Jewish leaders and population, and the agents of Germany. This listener does not know of any other successful unravelling of this theater's complexities." (Gerhard L. Weinber, professor emeritus, University of North Carolina) Members Reviews: A city of intrigue I greatly enjoyed this reading. The author has deftly interwoven the lives of politicians, celebrities and spies into a story of the US entry into WWII. Read this and then watch the movie Casablanca for a treat. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Cyberspies-Audiobook/B01FV0BT8U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cyberspies Subtitle: The Secret History of Surveillance, Hacking, and Digital Espionage Author: Gordon Corera Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 278 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The previously untold - and previously highly classified - story of the conflux of espionage and technology, a compelling narrative rich with astonishing revelations, taking listeners from World War II to the Internet age. As the digital era becomes increasingly pervasive, the intertwining forces of computers and espionage are reshaping the entire world; what was once the preserve of a few intelligence agencies now affects us all. Corera's compelling narrative takes us from the Second World War through the Cold War and the birth of the Internet to the present era of hackers and surveillance. The book is rich with historical detail and characters as well as astonishing revelations about espionage carried out in recent times by the United Kingdom, the United States, and China. Using unique access to the NSA, GCHQ, Chinese officials, and senior executives from some of the most powerful global technology companies, Gordon Corera has gathered compelling stories from heads of state, hackers, and spies of all stripes. Cyberspies is a groundbreaking exploration of the new space in which the worlds of espionage, diplomacy, international business, science, and technology collide. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gordon Corera) Tue, 05 Jul 2016 12:00:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Cyberspies-Audiobook/B01FV0BT8U thebookvoice.com 17:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cyberspies Subtitle: The Secret History of Surveillance, Hacking, and Digital Espionage Author: Gordon Corera Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 278 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The previously untold - and previously highly classified - story of the conflux of espionage and technology, a compelling narrative rich with astonishing revelations, taking listeners from World War II to the Internet age. As the digital era becomes increasingly pervasive, the intertwining forces of computers and espionage are reshaping the entire world; what was once the preserve of a few intelligence agencies now affects us all. Corera's compelling narrative takes us from the Second World War through the Cold War and the birth of the Internet to the present era of hackers and surveillance. The book is rich with historical detail and characters as well as astonishing revelations about espionage carried out in recent times by the United Kingdom, the United States, and China. Using unique access to the NSA, GCHQ, Chinese officials, and senior executives from some of the most powerful global technology companies, Gordon Corera has gathered compelling stories from heads of state, hackers, and spies of all stripes. Cyberspies is a groundbreaking exploration of the new space in which the worlds of espionage, diplomacy, international business, science, and technology collide. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cyberspies Subtitle: The Secret History of Surveillance, Hacking, and Digital Espionage Author: Gordon Corera Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 278 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The previously untold - and previously highly classified - story of the conflux of espionage and technology, a compelling narrative rich with astonishing revelations, taking listeners from World War II to the Internet age. As the digital era becomes increasingly pervasive, the intertwining forces of computers and espionage are reshaping the entire world; what was once the preserve of a few intelligence agencies now affects us all. Corera's compelling narrative takes us from the Second World War through the Cold War and the birth of the Internet to the present era of hackers and surveillance. The book is rich with historical detail and characters as well as astonishing revelations about espionage carried out in recent times by the United Kingdom, the United States, and China. Using unique access to the NSA, GCHQ, Chinese officials, and senior executives from some of the most powerful global technology companies, Gordon Corera has gathered compelling stories from heads of state, hackers, and spies of all stripes. Cyberspies is a groundbreaking exploration of the new space in which the worlds of espionage, diplomacy, international business, science, and technology collide. Members Reviews: One in a Million In my lifetime I've read/listened to hundreds of books and not even one, including legendary works such as Adam Smith's Wealth of Nations, came close to the superior quality of this presentation in terms of articulation & presenting a very complex subject into the easily understandable logic. It's as if the author served filet minion in every sentence including only the most succulent meaningful richness of intellectual information & logic all presented beautifully in chronological order so that the evolution of cyber-technology built upon itself in an orderly flow of rich content. The highlights for myself: 1. Rare, once classified information of the NSA, GCHQ, Five Eyes, etc. that give light to the mechanics of international intelligence gathering. 2. Beautiful Chronological order of the information took the reader on a journey through time 3. Articulation; the author has a rare natural talent at organizing & presenting information highlighting intuitive thoughtfulness in regards to all the evidence before us. There seems not a wasted word, every sentence was there for an important piece of the overall intellectual infrastructure. If any reason to listen again to this presentation it is this rare, unique gift the author demonstrates at articulating subject matter into digestible, meaningful, orderly content that gives sense a thorough completeness backed by rich sources. A once in a lifetime read, it wouldn't surprise me to see this book spoken about for the next 100 years. Thought Provoking Living just south of a huge data center, I've been curious about the complicated issues of security vs. liberty. This book did a good job keeping a neutral tone, laying out relevant facts with well documented first-hand accounts. I also enjoyed the uniquely British perspective of the author, though the text was very accessible for readers of any nationality. I'm paranoid now! This book goes back in time to show the history, mindset and culture of spying and how it evolves and diverges into today's technological world. I liked the perspectives of each culture as it relates to governments and private industry. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Civilian-Warriors-Audiobook/B00GR5BDYY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Civilian Warriors Subtitle: The Inside Story of Blackwater and the Unsung Heroes of the War on Terror Author: Erik Prince Narrator: Jeff Gurner Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 640 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The founder of Blackwater offers the gripping, previously untold story of the world's most controversial military contractor. Blackwater is one of the most misunderstood companies of our time. As Erik Prince, its founder and former CEO, writes: "Hundreds of American citizens employed by private military contractors, or PMCs, would lose their lives helping our government wage wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, only to have their memory tarnished by the unfair and/or ignorant depiction of PMCs as profiteers, jackbooted thugs, or worse." Because of the secrecy requirements of Blackwater's contracts with the Pentagon, the State Department, and the CIA, Prince was unable to speak out when his company's opponents spread false information. But now he's free to tell the often shocking story of Blackwater's rise and fall. Blackwater hired Special Forces veterans and others with the skills and courage to take on the riskiest security jobs in the world. As its reputation grew, demand for its services escalated. Its men eventually completed nearly 100,000 missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Prince's narrative includes newly revealed details about many controversial events. It debunks myths that have been spread by TV shows and movies. It honors our armed forces while challenging the Pentagon's top leadership. Above all, it will make people rethink exactly who the "good guys" and "bad guys" have been since 9/11. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Erik Prince) Mon, 18 Nov 2013 11:28:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Civilian-Warriors-Audiobook/B00GR5BDYY thebookvoice.com 13:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Civilian Warriors Subtitle: The Inside Story of Blackwater and the Unsung Heroes of the War on Terror Author: Erik Prince Narrator: Jeff Gurner Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 640 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The founder of Blackwater offers the gripping, previously untold story of the world's most controversial military contractor. Blackwater is one of the most misunderstood companies of our time. As Erik Prince, its founder and former CEO, writes: "Hundreds of American citizens employed by private military contractors, or PMCs, would lose their lives helping our government wage wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, only to have their memory tarnished by the unfair and/or ignorant depiction of PMCs as profiteers, jackbooted thugs, or worse." Because of the secrecy requirements of Blackwater's contracts with the Pentagon, the State Department, and the CIA, Prince was unable to speak out when his company's opponents spread false information. But now he's free to tell the often shocking story of Blackwater's rise and fall. Blackwater hired Special Forces veterans and others with the skills and courage to take on the riskiest security jobs in the world. As its reputation grew, demand for its services escalated. Its men eventually completed nearly 100,000 missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Prince's narrative includes newly revealed details about many controversial events. It debunks myths that have been spread by TV shows and movies. It honors our armed forces while challenging the Pentagon's top leadership. Above all, it will make people rethink exactly who the "good guys" and "bad guys" have been since 9/11. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Civilian Warriors Subtitle: The Inside Story of Blackwater and the Unsung Heroes of the War on Terror Author: Erik Prince Narrator: Jeff Gurner Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 640 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The founder of Blackwater offers the gripping, previously untold story of the world's most controversial military contractor. Blackwater is one of the most misunderstood companies of our time. As Erik Prince, its founder and former CEO, writes: "Hundreds of American citizens employed by private military contractors, or PMCs, would lose their lives helping our government wage wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, only to have their memory tarnished by the unfair and/or ignorant depiction of PMCs as profiteers, jackbooted thugs, or worse." Because of the secrecy requirements of Blackwater's contracts with the Pentagon, the State Department, and the CIA, Prince was unable to speak out when his company's opponents spread false information. But now he's free to tell the often shocking story of Blackwater's rise and fall. Blackwater hired Special Forces veterans and others with the skills and courage to take on the riskiest security jobs in the world. As its reputation grew, demand for its services escalated. Its men eventually completed nearly 100,000 missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. Prince's narrative includes newly revealed details about many controversial events. It debunks myths that have been spread by TV shows and movies. It honors our armed forces while challenging the Pentagon's top leadership. Above all, it will make people rethink exactly who the "good guys" and "bad guys" have been since 9/11. Members Reviews: A different look a Security Contractors If you could sum up Civilian Warriors in three words, what would they be? Dedicated Patrotic Americans What about Jeff Gurners performance did you like? Good narrator! I had to check several times to make sure Prince himself was not reading this book. Gurner gave a great performance and took ownership of Prince's voice. Any additional comments? I have done 3 tours in Afghanistan and worked with all kinds of civilian contractors. I had an opinion of them ( I am not going to tell you if it was good or bad). After reading this book it gave me a good view of the otherside of the coin. In his book, Prince gave several accounts that one could piece together with a little research and learn all about the facts of the situation. I believe the men and women of Blackwater/Xe/Academi were one of the main reasons we as Americans had as few of casulaties in Iraq as we did (compairing it to other wars). Whether you support the use of civilians as security personnel in combat situations or not this is a good book to read if you can keep an open mind. Once piece of advice if you are going to read this book. There are not always black and while rules in war....as much as I wish there were. Eventually there are times when things turn gray; and that is where the hard decisions are made. How the truth can be concealed Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I just finished this audio edition and found it very interesting to hear the real side of the Blackwater story. The information is heavily referenced to validate the authenticity. In fact it is bold that Erik Prince mentions that in certain areas he was not allowed to talk about because of a Non-Disclosure agreement, he uses another person's first-hand account (not bound by the NDA) to fill in the missing information. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Warnings-Unheeded-Audiobook/B0788B6GV1 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warnings Unheeded Subtitle: Twin Tragedies at Fairchild Air Force Base Author: Andy Brown Narrator: Michael F. Cochrane Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-17 Publisher: WU Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The true stories of mental illness, mass murder, and aviation disaster at a US Air Force base. A brilliant narration of two separate mass-casualty incidents that occurred within days of each other at Fairchild Air Force Base. Using the words of the people who experienced the tragedies, the audiobook provides an in-depth look at the before, during, and after of a preventable "active shooter" incident and an avoidable fatal plane crash. In one tragic week at Fairchild Air Force Base, an "active shooter" terrorized the base hospital, and a talented but reckless pilot crashed a B-52 bomber near the flight line. Both fatal tragedies had been repeatedly predicted by numerous airmen and mental health professionals. In "vivid and thoroughly researched detail", Warnings Unheeded delivers an unprecedented, revealing look at the events that led to the twin tragedies. The audiobook follows an "active shooter" as he progresses toward his crime and dispels the myth that these incidents are random acts of violence committed without warning by otherwise normal individuals. In a parallel account, Warnings Unheeded tells the story of a veteran pilot who was known for exceeding the maneuvering limits of his B-52 bomber. His reckless flying not only endangered the lives of his crew, but also the air show spectators who gathered to watch him perform. When attempts to ground the pilot were unsuccessful, several aviators refused to fly with him and "predicted the worst air show disaster in history." Warnings Unheeded is a unique true crime audiobook authored by Andy Brown, the man who ended the hospital killing spree, and is a result of more than seven years of writing and research. Brown "masterfully weaves" the stories together and intersperses them with chapters revealing the preparations he made that enabled him to end a pistol-versus-rifle gunfight with a 70-yard shot from his handgun. Brown also writes of his experience with the aftermath of the shooting and encourages others to learn from his mistakes when it comes to dealing with the effects of trauma. These empowering stories are exhaustively researched and presented in an objective narrative style that shows what can happen when authorities become complacent, when the precursors of violence are ignored, and when the lessons from history are forgotten. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Andy Brown) Fri, 15 Dec 2017 18:19:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Warnings-Unheeded-Audiobook/B0788B6GV1 thebookvoice.com 11:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warnings Unheeded Subtitle: Twin Tragedies at Fairchild Air Force Base Author: Andy Brown Narrator: Michael F. Cochrane Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-17 Publisher: WU Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The true stories of mental illness, mass murder, and aviation disaster at a US Air Force base. A brilliant narration of two separate mass-casualty incidents that occurred within days of each other at Fairchild Air Force Base. Using the words of the people who experienced the tragedies, the audiobook provides an in-depth look at the before, during, and after of a preventable "active shooter" incident and an avoidable fatal plane crash. In one tragic week at Fairchild Air Force Base, an "active shooter" terrorized the base hospital, and a talented but reckless pilot crashed a B-52 bomber near the flight line. Both fatal tragedies had been repeatedly predicted by numerous airmen and mental health professionals. In "vivid and thoroughly researched detail", Warnings Unheeded delivers an unprecedented, revealing look at the events that led to the twin tragedies. The audiobook follows an "active shooter" as he progresses toward his crime and dispels the myth that these incidents are random acts of violence committed without warning by otherwise normal individuals. In a parallel account, Warnings Unheeded tells the story of a veteran pilot who was known for exceeding the maneuvering limits of his B-52 bomber. His reckless flying not only endangered the lives of his crew, but also the air show spectators who gathered to watch him perform. When attempts to ground the pilot were unsuccessful, several aviators refused to fly with him and "predicted the worst air show disaster in history." Warnings Unheeded is a unique true crime audiobook authored by Andy Brown, the man who ended the hospital killing spree, and is a result of more than seven years of writing and research. Brown "masterfully weaves" the stories together and intersperses them with chapters revealing the preparations he made that enabled him to end a pistol-versus-rifle gunfight with a 70-yard shot from his handgun. Brown also writes of his experience with the aftermath of the shooting and encourages others to learn from his mistakes when it comes to dealing with the effects of trauma. These empowering stories are exhaustively researched and presented in an objective narrative style that shows what can happen when authorities become complacent, when the precursors of violence are ignored, and when the lessons from history are forgotten. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warnings Unheeded Subtitle: Twin Tragedies at Fairchild Air Force Base Author: Andy Brown Narrator: Michael F. Cochrane Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-17 Publisher: WU Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The true stories of mental illness, mass murder, and aviation disaster at a US Air Force base. A brilliant narration of two separate mass-casualty incidents that occurred within days of each other at Fairchild Air Force Base. Using the words of the people who experienced the tragedies, the audiobook provides an in-depth look at the before, during, and after of a preventable "active shooter" incident and an avoidable fatal plane crash. In one tragic week at Fairchild Air Force Base, an "active shooter" terrorized the base hospital, and a talented but reckless pilot crashed a B-52 bomber near the flight line. Both fatal tragedies had been repeatedly predicted by numerous airmen and mental health professionals. In "vivid and thoroughly researched detail", Warnings Unheeded delivers an unprecedented, revealing look at the events that led to the twin tragedies. The audiobook follows an "active shooter" as he progresses toward his crime and dispels the myth that these incidents are random acts of violence committed without warning by otherwise normal individuals. In a parallel account, Warnings Unheeded tells the story of a veteran pilot who was known for exceeding the maneuvering limits of his B-52 bomber. His reckless flying not only endangered the lives of his crew, but also the air show spectators who gathered to watch him perform. When attempts to ground the pilot were unsuccessful, several aviators refused to fly with him and "predicted the worst air show disaster in history." Warnings Unheeded is a unique true crime audiobook authored by Andy Brown, the man who ended the hospital killing spree, and is a result of more than seven years of writing and research. Brown "masterfully weaves" the stories together and intersperses them with chapters revealing the preparations he made that enabled him to end a pistol-versus-rifle gunfight with a 70-yard shot from his handgun. Brown also writes of his experience with the aftermath of the shooting and encourages others to learn from his mistakes when it comes to dealing with the effects of trauma. These empowering stories are exhaustively researched and presented in an objective narrative style that shows what can happen when authorities become complacent, when the precursors of violence are ignored, and when the lessons from history are forgotten. Members Reviews: Great! Incredible and informative. This book gives amazing insight and these tragedies and what we can do to try and stop them from happening again. My review of Warnings Unheeded by Ssgt Andy Brown First of all let me state for the record I Have never met Andy and we are not related! We were both however USAF Security Policemen! We both were stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base at different times. I own and have read his book, several times over! In 20 years as an Air Force Cop I have never needed to either draw my M9 or chamber a round in my M-16! Andy not only had to draw but also engage an armed mass murderer at a USAF hospital! In addition its the story of an out of control AF B52 pilot responsible for the death of his whole crew at an air show at Fairchild AFB! His in-depth research is worthy of an NCIS episode! I whole heartedly recommend this Audio book! SSgt F. Brown USAF ret. 377th Security Police Group. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Unraveling-Audiobook/B01FYD6K6A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unraveling Subtitle: High Hopes and Missed Opportunities in Iraq Author: Emma Sky Narrator: Henrietta Meire Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: When Emma Sky, an intrepid young British woman, volunteered to help rebuild Iraq after the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, she had little idea what she was letting herself in for: a tour that would last over a decade, longer than that of any senior military or political official. As the only adviser to the Coalition Provisional Authority in Kirkuk and the closest confidante to US General Odierno, Sky was valued for her controversial voice and outsider's point of view - during the most painful stages of the war, she was one of the few to develop friendships and relationships with both Iraqis and Americans alike. In the West, violence in Iraq is typically explained away as the symptom of psychopathic terrorists, blurring and arbitrary colonial borders, and ancient hatreds between Sunni and Shia. But the violence stems from weak governance and corrupt elites, empowered by the US-led coalition, who use sectarianism to mobilize support and fail to deliver service to the meet the needs of the country's citizens. Women and men, Iraqis and Americans, soldiers and civilians, the ordinary and yet extraordinary, Western cultures and Eastern all collide in Iraq. Critic Reviews: "This authoritative first-person account is a must-read for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the complexity of the Iraq war, and the road to the current crises with the Islamic State." (Publishers Weekly Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Emma Sky) Mon, 23 May 2016 21:13:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Unraveling-Audiobook/B01FYD6K6A thebookvoice.com 11:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unraveling Subtitle: High Hopes and Missed Opportunities in Iraq Author: Emma Sky Narrator: Henrietta Meire Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: When Emma Sky, an intrepid young British woman, volunteered to help rebuild Iraq after the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, she had little idea what she was letting herself in for: a tour that would last over a decade, longer than that of any senior military or political official. As the only adviser to the Coalition Provisional Authority in Kirkuk and the closest confidante to US General Odierno, Sky was valued for her controversial voice and outsider's point of view - during the most painful stages of the war, she was one of the few to develop friendships and relationships with both Iraqis and Americans alike. In the West, violence in Iraq is typically explained away as the symptom of psychopathic terrorists, blurring and arbitrary colonial borders, and ancient hatreds between Sunni and Shia. But the violence stems from weak governance and corrupt elites, empowered by the US-led coalition, who use sectarianism to mobilize support and fail to deliver service to the meet the needs of the country's citizens. Women and men, Iraqis and Americans, soldiers and civilians, the ordinary and yet extraordinary, Western cultures and Eastern all collide in Iraq. Critic Reviews: "This authoritative first-person account is a must-read for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the complexity of the Iraq war, and the road to the current crises with the Islamic State." (Publishers Weekly Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Unraveling Subtitle: High Hopes and Missed Opportunities in Iraq Author: Emma Sky Narrator: Henrietta Meire Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: When Emma Sky, an intrepid young British woman, volunteered to help rebuild Iraq after the overthrow of Saddam Hussein, she had little idea what she was letting herself in for: a tour that would last over a decade, longer than that of any senior military or political official. As the only adviser to the Coalition Provisional Authority in Kirkuk and the closest confidante to US General Odierno, Sky was valued for her controversial voice and outsider's point of view - during the most painful stages of the war, she was one of the few to develop friendships and relationships with both Iraqis and Americans alike. In the West, violence in Iraq is typically explained away as the symptom of psychopathic terrorists, blurring and arbitrary colonial borders, and ancient hatreds between Sunni and Shia. But the violence stems from weak governance and corrupt elites, empowered by the US-led coalition, who use sectarianism to mobilize support and fail to deliver service to the meet the needs of the country's citizens. Women and men, Iraqis and Americans, soldiers and civilians, the ordinary and yet extraordinary, Western cultures and Eastern all collide in Iraq. Critic Reviews: "This authoritative first-person account is a must-read for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of the complexity of the Iraq war, and the road to the current crises with the Islamic State." (Publishers Weekly Review) Members Reviews: Inspiring memoir; irritating narration The pronunciation of Arabic words and names is poor in most audible.com books about the Middle East. This is understandable, and mostly forgivable given the inaccessibility of the language. But narrator Henrietta Meire belongs in a class of her own. She can pronounce "Iraq" and "Saddam Hussein," but for everything else, she's just winging it. She mangles even commonly known terms like Sunni, which she pronounces to rhyme with bunny -- and since this word occurs hundreds of times in the book, it is quite distracting. She has notable lapses in English as well, to include pronouncing Rumsfeld as Rumsfield, and corps (as in an Army Corps) to sound like corpse. With that caveat made, this is a great book about the Iraq War. Sky was against the war, but spent nearly a decade there working closely with the US Army to make the aftermath succeed. Which it did, very briefly, following the surge, before collapsing again. Sky's story humanizes everyone involved, whether Iraqi, American, British, civilian or military. Worth a listen, despite the narration. Good not great Someone desperately needed to tell the narrator how to pronounce not only iraqi names but also words such as "baton" and "reneged." Makes it rather difficult to listen to In-depth review of failures and success in Iraq Strong story telling by the author. The story behind the success and failures of US and Coalition decisions. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Unique insight and remarkable story Emma Sky helps regular folks understand the coalition in the Iraq War & some of the key Iraqi leaders and citizens working for an Iraqi future. Ultimately it is a sad story of tremendous effort, and near victory, unraveling to violence and chaos. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Next-Great-War-Audiobook/B077Y2PBMF Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Next Great War? Subtitle: The Roots of World War I and the Risk of U.S.-China Conflict Author: Richard N. Rosecrance - editor, Steven E. Miller - editor Narrator: Darren Stephens Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A century ago, Europe's diplomats mismanaged the crisis triggered by the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and the continent plunged into World War I, which killed millions, toppled dynasties, and destroyed empires. Today, as the 100th anniversary of the Great War prompts renewed debate about the war's causes, scholars and policy experts are also considering the parallels between the present international system and the world of 1914. Are China and the United States fated to follow in the footsteps of previous great power rivals? Will today's alliances drag countries into tomorrow's wars? Can leaders manage power relationships peacefully? Or will East Asia's territorial and maritime disputes trigger a larger conflict, just as rivalries in the Balkans did in 1914? In The Next Great War?, experts reconsider the causes of World War I and explore whether the great powers of the 21st century can avoid the mistakes of Europe's statesmen in 1914 and prevent another catastrophic conflict. They find differences as well as similarities between today's world and the world of 1914 - but conclude that only a deep understanding of those differences and early action to bring great powers together will likely enable the United States and China to avoid a great war. Contributors: Alan Alexandroff, Graham Allison, Richard N. Cooper, Charles S. Maier, Steven E. Miller, Joseph S. Nye Jr., T. G. Otte, David K. Richards, Richard N. Rosecrance, Kevin Rudd, Jack Snyder, Etel Solingen, Arthur A. Stein, Stephen Van Evera bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard N. Rosecrance - editor) Tue, 09 Jan 2018 14:35:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Next-Great-War-Audiobook/B077Y2PBMF thebookvoice.com 10:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Next Great War? Subtitle: The Roots of World War I and the Risk of U.S.-China Conflict Author: Richard N. Rosecrance - editor, Steven E. Miller - editor Narrator: Darren Stephens Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A century ago, Europe's diplomats mismanaged the crisis triggered by the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and the continent plunged into World War I, which killed millions, toppled dynasties, and destroyed empires. Today, as the 100th anniversary of the Great War prompts renewed debate about the war's causes, scholars and policy experts are also considering the parallels between the present international system and the world of 1914. Are China and the United States fated to follow in the footsteps of previous great power rivals? Will today's alliances drag countries into tomorrow's wars? Can leaders manage power relationships peacefully? Or will East Asia's territorial and maritime disputes trigger a larger conflict, just as rivalries in the Balkans did in 1914? In The Next Great War?, experts reconsider the causes of World War I and explore whether the great powers of the 21st century can avoid the mistakes of Europe's statesmen in 1914 and prevent another catastrophic conflict. They find differences as well as similarities between today's world and the world of 1914 - but conclude that only a deep understanding of those differences and early action to bring great powers together will likely enable the United States and China to avoid a great war. Contributors: Alan Alexandroff, Graham Allison, Richard N. Cooper, Charles S. Maier, Steven E. Miller, Joseph S. Nye Jr., T. G. Otte, David K. Richards, Richard N. Rosecrance, Kevin Rudd, Jack Snyder, Etel Solingen, Arthur A. Stein, Stephen Van Evera Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Next Great War? Subtitle: The Roots of World War I and the Risk of U.S.-China Conflict Author: Richard N. Rosecrance - editor, Steven E. Miller - editor Narrator: Darren Stephens Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-18 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A century ago, Europe's diplomats mismanaged the crisis triggered by the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and the continent plunged into World War I, which killed millions, toppled dynasties, and destroyed empires. Today, as the 100th anniversary of the Great War prompts renewed debate about the war's causes, scholars and policy experts are also considering the parallels between the present international system and the world of 1914. Are China and the United States fated to follow in the footsteps of previous great power rivals? Will today's alliances drag countries into tomorrow's wars? Can leaders manage power relationships peacefully? Or will East Asia's territorial and maritime disputes trigger a larger conflict, just as rivalries in the Balkans did in 1914? In The Next Great War?, experts reconsider the causes of World War I and explore whether the great powers of the 21st century can avoid the mistakes of Europe's statesmen in 1914 and prevent another catastrophic conflict. They find differences as well as similarities between today's world and the world of 1914 - but conclude that only a deep understanding of those differences and early action to bring great powers together will likely enable the United States and China to avoid a great war. Contributors: Alan Alexandroff, Graham Allison, Richard N. Cooper, Charles S. Maier, Steven E. Miller, Joseph S. Nye Jr., T. G. Otte, David K. Richards, Richard N. Rosecrance, Kevin Rudd, Jack Snyder, Etel Solingen, Arthur A. Stein, Stephen Van Evera Members Reviews: Four Stars Great book! This was a decent book but it wasn't wrote with ... This was a decent book but it wasn't wrote with the average reader as the target audience. And my interpretation of the book defies it's advertisement. It was sold as highlighting the similarities between current China/US relations and pre-WW1 relations between the actors in that war. I felt it was more of a history of WW1 (it went quite into detail on that subject), and tended to highlight how different current China/US relations are today. It was an interesting book but was wrote for a person more scholarly than myself. Uncomfortable Parallels with the Pre-WWI Era Slightly more than one hundred years ago events in Europe led to WWI, which in turn brought WWII and the Cold War. There are startling similarities to the situation then in Europe and today in Asia. Back in 1914, war was glorified, widely regarded as noble, inevitable, and a source of progress. WWI's outbreak was greeted with 'ecstasy' in many great cities. All the continental great powers that war now was better than war later - a 'preventive' aspect, especially since first-strike advantages were seen as large and potentially decisive. Expand or die! Short, glorious, and triumphant - what was not to like? Virulent nationalism mobilized masses, incited hatred of other nations, and promoted aggressive policies, and military leaders had a disproportionately influential voice in policymaking. Thus, the spark at Sarajevo found ready fuel and set Europe ablaze. Another problem - governments were indecisive, incompetent, paralyzed, and sometimes distracted until too late. Vast power had been conferred on successors to three emperors (Austria, Germany, Russia) regardless of qualifications. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Weapon-Wizards-Audiobook/B072BW1BYS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weapon Wizards Subtitle: How Israel Became a High-Tech Military Superpower Author: Yaakov Katz, Amir Bohbot Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From drones to satellites, missile defense systems to cyber warfare, Israel is leading the world when it comes to new technology being deployed on the modern battlefield. The Weapon Wizards shows how this tiny nation of 8,000,000 learned to adapt to the changes in warfare and in the defense industry and become the new prototype of a 21st century superpower, not in size, but rather in innovation and efficiency - and as a result of its long war experience. Sitting on the front lines of how wars are fought in the 21st century, Israel has developed in its arms trade new weapons and retrofitted old ones so they remain effective, relevant, and deadly on a constantly-changing battlefield. While other countries begin to prepare for these challenges, they are looking to Israel - and specifically its weapons - for guidance. Israel is, in effect, a laboratory for the rest of the world. How did Israel do it? And what are the military and geopolitical implications of these developments? These are some of the key questions Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot address. Drawing on a vast amount of research, and unparalleled access to the Israeli defense establishment, this book is a report directly from the front lines. Critic Reviews: "An enlightening look into one of the less-familiar corners of the modern military world." ( Kirkus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Yaakov Katz) Tue, 30 May 2017 04:48:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Weapon-Wizards-Audiobook/B072BW1BYS thebookvoice.com 09:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weapon Wizards Subtitle: How Israel Became a High-Tech Military Superpower Author: Yaakov Katz, Amir Bohbot Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From drones to satellites, missile defense systems to cyber warfare, Israel is leading the world when it comes to new technology being deployed on the modern battlefield. The Weapon Wizards shows how this tiny nation of 8,000,000 learned to adapt to the changes in warfare and in the defense industry and become the new prototype of a 21st century superpower, not in size, but rather in innovation and efficiency - and as a result of its long war experience. Sitting on the front lines of how wars are fought in the 21st century, Israel has developed in its arms trade new weapons and retrofitted old ones so they remain effective, relevant, and deadly on a constantly-changing battlefield. While other countries begin to prepare for these challenges, they are looking to Israel - and specifically its weapons - for guidance. Israel is, in effect, a laboratory for the rest of the world. How did Israel do it? And what are the military and geopolitical implications of these developments? These are some of the key questions Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot address. Drawing on a vast amount of research, and unparalleled access to the Israeli defense establishment, this book is a report directly from the front lines. Critic Reviews: "An enlightening look into one of the less-familiar corners of the modern military world." ( Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weapon Wizards Subtitle: How Israel Became a High-Tech Military Superpower Author: Yaakov Katz, Amir Bohbot Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From drones to satellites, missile defense systems to cyber warfare, Israel is leading the world when it comes to new technology being deployed on the modern battlefield. The Weapon Wizards shows how this tiny nation of 8,000,000 learned to adapt to the changes in warfare and in the defense industry and become the new prototype of a 21st century superpower, not in size, but rather in innovation and efficiency - and as a result of its long war experience. Sitting on the front lines of how wars are fought in the 21st century, Israel has developed in its arms trade new weapons and retrofitted old ones so they remain effective, relevant, and deadly on a constantly-changing battlefield. While other countries begin to prepare for these challenges, they are looking to Israel - and specifically its weapons - for guidance. Israel is, in effect, a laboratory for the rest of the world. How did Israel do it? And what are the military and geopolitical implications of these developments? These are some of the key questions Yaakov Katz and Amir Bohbot address. Drawing on a vast amount of research, and unparalleled access to the Israeli defense establishment, this book is a report directly from the front lines. Critic Reviews: "An enlightening look into one of the less-familiar corners of the modern military world." ( Kirkus) Members Reviews: Good Overview, May Overstate Level of Innovation Overall this was very well done. the book suffers a little from overstating the uniqueness of some Israeli weapons programs. For example, the chapter on the Iron Dome seems to ignore the fact that the Patriot system was developed by the U.S. prior to the first Gulf War, and was actually deployed in Israel during that conflict. While a good case can be made for the superiority of the Iron Dome system as a short-range ballistic middle interceptor, the authors write the chapter on the Iron Dome almost as if the Patriot system did not exist long before the Iron Dome. More nuance would improve the material. On a stylistic note, the word "chutzpah" is overused, and the narrator's monolithic impression of all Israeli males is a bit overdone. Overall, however, the book is good, and I recommend it. Weapons systems to survive. When all your neighbours want you dead and you have nowhere else to go, you become a victim or you develop some defences that will assure your survival. A very interesting book that describes the reasons Israel is a weapons developer far beyond its demographics would lead you to expect and how they have managed to get there. Full of anecdotes and a with a bit of boastfulness the authors take us through a little of the history of Israel and some of the reasons some of their systems for battle have been developed and also who is buying some of this platform. A very interesting book that is also a good example of what can be achieved when survival is the motivator. Interesting An excellent book that gives a good, relatively up to date overview of the israeli military and arms industry. Includes areas on arms sales, drones, tank developement etc. Some armchair generals may find they already know the details, but in an area (arms sales and tech.) generally overshadowed by a flood of information regarding US projects, I found this small nations ability to innovate quite impressive. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/4th-Generation-Warfare-Handbook-Audiobook/B01H5MJZ24 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 4th Generation Warfare Handbook Author: William S. Lind, Gregory A. Thiele Narrator: Bob Allen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-16 Publisher: Castalia House Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Written by the author of the Maneuver Warfare Handbook and an active-duty USMC officer with experience in Iraq, 4th Generation Warfare Handbook is the doctrine for a new generation of war. Over the last 40 years, the world has gradually entered into a post-Clausewitzian state where the wars are undeclared, the battlefields can be anywhere, the uniforms are optional, and the combatants as well as the targets are often "civilian." Conventional militaries have repeatedly attempted to utilize technology to meet the new challenges posed, but even the most advanced technology has provided little more than meaningless short-term victories rendered futile in months, if not weeks. This inability of Western governments and militaries to come to terms with the changing nature of modern warfare has led to failed interventions, failed occupations, and now even failed states everywhere from Eastern Europe to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. And with the recent mass movement of peoples around the world, 4th Generation Warfare can be safely expected to appear in Western Europe and the United States before long. Drawing on their decades of experience with military history and military action, the authors have distilled 4GW theory into a short, concise, easily accessible handbook that provides the soldier, the military analyst, and the civilian observer with a guide to understanding and responding to the changing realities of this challenging new form of war. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William S. Lind) Fri, 17 Jun 2016 17:30:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/4th-Generation-Warfare-Handbook-Audiobook/B01H5MJZ24 thebookvoice.com 03:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 4th Generation Warfare Handbook Author: William S. Lind, Gregory A. Thiele Narrator: Bob Allen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-16 Publisher: Castalia House Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Written by the author of the Maneuver Warfare Handbook and an active-duty USMC officer with experience in Iraq, 4th Generation Warfare Handbook is the doctrine for a new generation of war. Over the last 40 years, the world has gradually entered into a post-Clausewitzian state where the wars are undeclared, the battlefields can be anywhere, the uniforms are optional, and the combatants as well as the targets are often "civilian." Conventional militaries have repeatedly attempted to utilize technology to meet the new challenges posed, but even the most advanced technology has provided little more than meaningless short-term victories rendered futile in months, if not weeks. This inability of Western governments and militaries to come to terms with the changing nature of modern warfare has led to failed interventions, failed occupations, and now even failed states everywhere from Eastern Europe to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. And with the recent mass movement of peoples around the world, 4th Generation Warfare can be safely expected to appear in Western Europe and the United States before long. Drawing on their decades of experience with military history and military action, the authors have distilled 4GW theory into a short, concise, easily accessible handbook that provides the soldier, the military analyst, and the civilian observer with a guide to understanding and responding to the changing realities of this challenging new form of war. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 4th Generation Warfare Handbook Author: William S. Lind, Gregory A. Thiele Narrator: Bob Allen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-16 Publisher: Castalia House Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Written by the author of the Maneuver Warfare Handbook and an active-duty USMC officer with experience in Iraq, 4th Generation Warfare Handbook is the doctrine for a new generation of war. Over the last 40 years, the world has gradually entered into a post-Clausewitzian state where the wars are undeclared, the battlefields can be anywhere, the uniforms are optional, and the combatants as well as the targets are often "civilian." Conventional militaries have repeatedly attempted to utilize technology to meet the new challenges posed, but even the most advanced technology has provided little more than meaningless short-term victories rendered futile in months, if not weeks. This inability of Western governments and militaries to come to terms with the changing nature of modern warfare has led to failed interventions, failed occupations, and now even failed states everywhere from Eastern Europe to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. And with the recent mass movement of peoples around the world, 4th Generation Warfare can be safely expected to appear in Western Europe and the United States before long. Drawing on their decades of experience with military history and military action, the authors have distilled 4GW theory into a short, concise, easily accessible handbook that provides the soldier, the military analyst, and the civilian observer with a guide to understanding and responding to the changing realities of this challenging new form of war. Members Reviews: Strange Tides What made the experience of listening to 4th Generation Warfare Handbook the most enjoyable? I appreciate the different angle into a modern situation. What other book might you compare 4th Generation Warfare Handbook to and why? Unsure. Which character as performed by Bob Allen was your favorite? N/A If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? N/A Any additional comments? Although I do not agree with all of Lind's assessments and conclusions, I agree in principle on the changing face of warfare. This is a good read for any one interested in history or modern warfare. It's the Hearts and Minds Theory All Over Again Any additional comments? This was an enjoyable little read. Not terribly sophisticated. Modern War is becoming less a series of battles between national armies and more of a series of skirmishes between state run armies and smaller, less sophisticated groups like terrorist organizations or largely civilian staffed guerilla armies. Unless we invoke the tactics of "winning the hearts and minds" by respecting and enpowering the local populace and fighting the insurgents on their level -- utilizing light infantry units and guerilla tactics -- occupational state forces will end up fighting demoralizing wars without end (i.e. Vietnam, the Soviets in Afghanistan). https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Pay-Any-Price-Audiobook/B00NG0CEP0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pay Any Price Subtitle: Greed, Power, and Endless War Author: James Risen Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: War corrupts. Endless war corrupts absolutely. Ever since 9/11 America has fought an endless war on terror, seeking enemies everywhere and never promising peace. In Pay Any Price, James Risen reveals an extraordinary litany of the hidden costs of that war: from squandered and stolen dollars, to outrageous abuses of power, to wars on normalcy, decency, and truth. In the name of fighting terrorism, our government has done things every bit as shameful as its historic wartime abuses - and until this audiobook, it has worked very hard to cover them up. Lincoln suspended habeas corpus. FDR authorized the internment of thousands of Japanese Americans. Presidents Bush and Obama now must face their own reckonings. Power corrupts, but it is endless war that corrupts absolutely. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James Risen) Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:26:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Pay-Any-Price-Audiobook/B00NG0CEP0 thebookvoice.com 10:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pay Any Price Subtitle: Greed, Power, and Endless War Author: James Risen Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: War corrupts. Endless war corrupts absolutely. Ever since 9/11 America has fought an endless war on terror, seeking enemies everywhere and never promising peace. In Pay Any Price, James Risen reveals an extraordinary litany of the hidden costs of that war: from squandered and stolen dollars, to outrageous abuses of power, to wars on normalcy, decency, and truth. In the name of fighting terrorism, our government has done things every bit as shameful as its historic wartime abuses - and until this audiobook, it has worked very hard to cover them up. Lincoln suspended habeas corpus. FDR authorized the internment of thousands of Japanese Americans. Presidents Bush and Obama now must face their own reckonings. Power corrupts, but it is endless war that corrupts absolutely. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pay Any Price Subtitle: Greed, Power, and Endless War Author: James Risen Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 10-14-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: War corrupts. Endless war corrupts absolutely. Ever since 9/11 America has fought an endless war on terror, seeking enemies everywhere and never promising peace. In Pay Any Price, James Risen reveals an extraordinary litany of the hidden costs of that war: from squandered and stolen dollars, to outrageous abuses of power, to wars on normalcy, decency, and truth. In the name of fighting terrorism, our government has done things every bit as shameful as its historic wartime abuses - and until this audiobook, it has worked very hard to cover them up. Lincoln suspended habeas corpus. FDR authorized the internment of thousands of Japanese Americans. Presidents Bush and Obama now must face their own reckonings. Power corrupts, but it is endless war that corrupts absolutely. Members Reviews: If You're Not Outraged... Great book! Heartbreaking to learn that the Obama administration has been every bit as responsible as Bush/Cheney for attacks on the rights and liberties of the American people. Also shocking to hear how American foreign policy is provoking and advocating war and terrorism worldwideall in the name of profit and political power. Not sure we what to pay any price. A very enlightening book that shows what we, as a nation, have become since 9/11. Many of the government actions mentioned should give us an uncomfortable cause for concern! If you care about our liberties, read this book. I gave this book a 4 overall because it is bit repetitive and somethings a little tedious. Also I thought the reader (a real pro) was not right for a news story like this. But the "story" is, to me, super important. This book is basically an indictment of the excesses brought about since 9/11 by the endless War Against Terror. It covers the fantastic waste of money in Iraq and Afghanistan both through corruption and the use of worthless contractors, the violation of our laws and ideals through the wholesale adoption of of torture for the interrogation of prisoners, no matter how lowly their rank, no matter how tenuous their connection with the enemy and, most important, the acceptance by our highest officials and judges of warrantless wiretapping. Should be read by anyone who cares about the 1st and 4th Amendments and the ideals that made us different from other countries. Simply Mind-blowing As an international relations major when in college, I thought I was savvy in American policies. But I was wrong. This book truly revealed what everyone ought to know about the pseudo democratic societythat we all live in. I would recommend to anyone who is remotely interested in politics and international relations. Excellent A must read for anyone who wants to know how and why the U.S. Government does things in the national security realm. You'll be amazed at the things people do https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Pentagons-Wars-Audiobook/B0768RJ93X Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pentagon's Wars Subtitle: The Military's Undeclared War Against America's Presidents Author: Mark Perry Narrator: Ron Butler Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A gripping insider account of the clash between America's civilian and military leadership The Pentagon's Wars is a dramatic account of the deep and divisive debates between America's civilian leaders and its military officers. Renowned military expert Mark Perry investigates these internal wars and sheds new light on the US military - the most powerful and influential lobby in Washington. He reveals explosive stories, from the secret history of Clinton's "don't ask, don't tell" policy to how the military plotted to undermine Barack Obama's strategy in Afghanistan, to show how internal strife and deep civilian-military animus shapes America's policy abroad, often to the nation's detriment. Drawing on three decades of high-profile interviews, both on and off the record, Perry yields sobering judgments on the tenures of our nation's most important military leaders. The Pentagon's Wars is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of the making of America's foreign policy. Critic Reviews: "A book that does much to explain quirks of foreign policy, providing a military context for them-and one that makes one wonder who's really in charge." (Kirkus) "When it comes to America's senior military leaders, Mark Perry has a gift for exposing the truth. The Pentagon's Wars is a historical narrative of enormous value to Americans trying to understand the disastrous military interventions of the last twenty-five years." [Colonel (ret.) Douglas Macgregor, US Army, PhD, author of Margin of Victory] bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Perry) Tue, 24 Oct 2017 18:45:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Pentagons-Wars-Audiobook/B0768RJ93X thebookvoice.com 14:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pentagon's Wars Subtitle: The Military's Undeclared War Against America's Presidents Author: Mark Perry Narrator: Ron Butler Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A gripping insider account of the clash between America's civilian and military leadership The Pentagon's Wars is a dramatic account of the deep and divisive debates between America's civilian leaders and its military officers. Renowned military expert Mark Perry investigates these internal wars and sheds new light on the US military - the most powerful and influential lobby in Washington. He reveals explosive stories, from the secret history of Clinton's "don't ask, don't tell" policy to how the military plotted to undermine Barack Obama's strategy in Afghanistan, to show how internal strife and deep civilian-military animus shapes America's policy abroad, often to the nation's detriment. Drawing on three decades of high-profile interviews, both on and off the record, Perry yields sobering judgments on the tenures of our nation's most important military leaders. The Pentagon's Wars is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of the making of America's foreign policy. Critic Reviews: "A book that does much to explain quirks of foreign policy, providing a military context for them-and one that makes one wonder who's really in charge." (Kirkus) "When it comes to America's senior military leaders, Mark Perry has a gift for exposing the truth. The Pentagon's Wars is a historical narrative of enormous value to Americans trying to understand the disastrous military interventions of the last twenty-five years." [Colonel (ret.) Douglas Macgregor, US Army, PhD, author of Margin of Victory] Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Pentagon's Wars Subtitle: The Military's Undeclared War Against America's Presidents Author: Mark Perry Narrator: Ron Butler Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A gripping insider account of the clash between America's civilian and military leadership The Pentagon's Wars is a dramatic account of the deep and divisive debates between America's civilian leaders and its military officers. Renowned military expert Mark Perry investigates these internal wars and sheds new light on the US military - the most powerful and influential lobby in Washington. He reveals explosive stories, from the secret history of Clinton's "don't ask, don't tell" policy to how the military plotted to undermine Barack Obama's strategy in Afghanistan, to show how internal strife and deep civilian-military animus shapes America's policy abroad, often to the nation's detriment. Drawing on three decades of high-profile interviews, both on and off the record, Perry yields sobering judgments on the tenures of our nation's most important military leaders. The Pentagon's Wars is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand the inner workings of the making of America's foreign policy. Critic Reviews: "A book that does much to explain quirks of foreign policy, providing a military context for them-and one that makes one wonder who's really in charge." (Kirkus) "When it comes to America's senior military leaders, Mark Perry has a gift for exposing the truth. The Pentagon's Wars is a historical narrative of enormous value to Americans trying to understand the disastrous military interventions of the last twenty-five years." [Colonel (ret.) Douglas Macgregor, US Army, PhD, author of Margin of Victory] Members Reviews: an eye opener nice summary of all those unnecessary wars of recent history and stupidity of our leaders https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Art-of-War-Audiobook/B002V0PNTU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of War Author: Sun Tzu Narrator: Scott Brick, Shelly Frasier Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-04 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 910 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Although it was meant to be a practical guide to warfare in the age of chariots, many corporate and government leaders have successfully applied its lessons to battles in the modern dog-eat-dog world. Sun Tzu covers all aspects of war in his time, from strategy and tactics to the proper use of terrain and spies. In this version, Sun Tzu's lessons are brought to life with commentaries from ancient Chinese history, which illustrate both the philosophy and the principles of his teachings. Critic Reviews: "Scott Brick's steady, imperative tone conveys Sun Tzu's certainty. Shelly Frasier's smooth counterpoint (her reading of illustrative commentary from several sources) balances Brick's pronouncements. Transitions between the two are flawless, and the quick march towards success is maintained." (AudioFile) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sun Tzu) Fri, 17 Sep 2004 21:32:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Art-of-War-Audiobook/B002V0PNTU thebookvoice.com 02:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of War Author: Sun Tzu Narrator: Scott Brick, Shelly Frasier Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-04 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 910 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Although it was meant to be a practical guide to warfare in the age of chariots, many corporate and government leaders have successfully applied its lessons to battles in the modern dog-eat-dog world. Sun Tzu covers all aspects of war in his time, from strategy and tactics to the proper use of terrain and spies. In this version, Sun Tzu's lessons are brought to life with commentaries from ancient Chinese history, which illustrate both the philosophy and the principles of his teachings. Critic Reviews: "Scott Brick's steady, imperative tone conveys Sun Tzu's certainty. Shelly Frasier's smooth counterpoint (her reading of illustrative commentary from several sources) balances Brick's pronouncements. Transitions between the two are flawless, and the quick march towards success is maintained." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of War Author: Sun Tzu Narrator: Scott Brick, Shelly Frasier Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-04 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 910 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Although it was meant to be a practical guide to warfare in the age of chariots, many corporate and government leaders have successfully applied its lessons to battles in the modern dog-eat-dog world. Sun Tzu covers all aspects of war in his time, from strategy and tactics to the proper use of terrain and spies. In this version, Sun Tzu's lessons are brought to life with commentaries from ancient Chinese history, which illustrate both the philosophy and the principles of his teachings. Critic Reviews: "Scott Brick's steady, imperative tone conveys Sun Tzu's certainty. Shelly Frasier's smooth counterpoint (her reading of illustrative commentary from several sources) balances Brick's pronouncements. Transitions between the two are flawless, and the quick march towards success is maintained." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Just your basic Art of War translation If you have never read the Art of War then buy this one or some other, you will not be disappointed. It is one of the best books I have ever read. It applies to so many aspects of life that anyone from soldier to businessman can learn from it. If you have read it before you will get nothing special from this one. It was not much different from any of the other translations that are out there. Still required reading for a reason This is one of those classic works that Ive picked up and browsed through a few times, but never quite got around to reading in its entirety. This audiobook provides a translation of the original sparsely-worded 2,500 year old military manual interspersed with commentary and historical anecdotes from ancient China. Jaded present-day readers might be tempted to scoff at the simplicity of Sun Tzus treatise and its quaint-sounding language about walled cities, terrain, and taxing the peasants -- gosh, Sun Tzu, we should deceive our enemy? we should only attack when hes weak? Tell me more! -- but look again. The Art of War isnt a breezy self-help guide -- held in the mind, its principles form a constant admonition to let the circumstances shape your thinking, rather than try to impose your thinking on the circumstances. Which is something that human beings, when you think about it, arent naturally gifted at. We get carried away with emotions. We tie ourselves to inflexible agendas and ideas. Were indecisive. We prefer direction from others. We underestimate difficult problems and get in over our heads. We bias ourselves towards predictions that say what we want to hear. The point Sun Tzu (or the authors whose work was attributed to him) were making is simple: if you can overcome your own cognitive biases, and take advantage of those of your enemy, youll do well. You dont have to be much of a student of history to see how military, political, and business leaders have gotten it right or wrong, human nature being as hard to overcome as it was 2,500 years ago. Consider how a loose, cheaply-run network known as Al-Queda managed to goad the United States into wasting vast amounts of money on a war with no clear victory condition, while alienating allies and sacrificing some of its own treasured democratic ideals. Or how China, rather than making a risky show of military strength against the US, keeps our power in check by owning part of our national debt. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Counterinsurgency-Audiobook/B004PBVGPS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Counterinsurgency Author: David J. Kilcullen Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare, a ground-breaking theorist whose ideas "are revolutionizing military thinking throughout the west" (Washington Post). Indeed, his vision of modern warfare powerfully influenced the United States' decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the Surge", now recognized as a dramatic success. In Counterinsurgency, Kilcullen brings together his most salient writings on this vitally important topic. Here is a picture of modern warfare by someone who has had his boots on the ground in some of today's worst trouble spots - including Iraq and Afghanistan - and who has been studying counterinsurgency since 1985. Filled with down-to-earth, common-sense insights, this book is the definitive account of counterinsurgency, indispensable for all those interested in making sense of our world in an age of terror. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David J. Kilcullen) Fri, 25 Feb 2011 01:35:52 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Counterinsurgency-Audiobook/B004PBVGPS thebookvoice.com 10:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Counterinsurgency Author: David J. Kilcullen Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare, a ground-breaking theorist whose ideas "are revolutionizing military thinking throughout the west" (Washington Post). Indeed, his vision of modern warfare powerfully influenced the United States' decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the Surge", now recognized as a dramatic success. In Counterinsurgency, Kilcullen brings together his most salient writings on this vitally important topic. Here is a picture of modern warfare by someone who has had his boots on the ground in some of today's worst trouble spots - including Iraq and Afghanistan - and who has been studying counterinsurgency since 1985. Filled with down-to-earth, common-sense insights, this book is the definitive account of counterinsurgency, indispensable for all those interested in making sense of our world in an age of terror. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Counterinsurgency Author: David J. Kilcullen Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare, a ground-breaking theorist whose ideas "are revolutionizing military thinking throughout the west" (Washington Post). Indeed, his vision of modern warfare powerfully influenced the United States' decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the Surge", now recognized as a dramatic success. In Counterinsurgency, Kilcullen brings together his most salient writings on this vitally important topic. Here is a picture of modern warfare by someone who has had his boots on the ground in some of today's worst trouble spots - including Iraq and Afghanistan - and who has been studying counterinsurgency since 1985. Filled with down-to-earth, common-sense insights, this book is the definitive account of counterinsurgency, indispensable for all those interested in making sense of our world in an age of terror. Members Reviews: Slow moving tons of info. Struggle to finish Slow moving tons of information. a different line of thinking but way to long. could just read his principles and get the just of the book. a lot like his other books for sure. apparently, you can bore them to death.... This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? a bureaucrat who appreciates an author who like the sound of their own voice. What was most disappointing about David J. Kilcullens story? why write one word when you can use twenty? What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? suicidal boredom Any additional comments? This is a relentless cascade of meaningless technocrat jargon. When the author finally mentions "insights", they are so painfully obvious that you begin to resent the time you wasted wading through the bloated preamble. Insurgency explained David Kilcullen is a true expert on the subject matter. Many fake credentials are thrown around in today's world, but this topic is covered by a man who has studied, experienced, and helped apply some functioning concepts in multiple theatres of conflict. As a combat veteran of OIF, I highly suggest reading any of Mr. Kilcullen's work to help yourself better understand one of the undeniable realities of past and future conflicts. Fascinating guide to a complex subject. Any additional comments? This book is aimed more at military and security professionals than at civilians like me, it's also very information dense and not a "light listen". However, if you've got the patience for it, an interest in the relevant issues, and want to get a better understanding of the highly complex and challenging environment of modern conflicts: this book is excellent. I feel I now have a slightly better comprehension of the intense and conflicting demands this kind of warfare places on the participants - where a soldier must go from social work, to high intensity combat, to diplomacy in a few hours. The author does a great of job of conveying the subtitles and pitfalls of a subject that clearly fascinates him, including examples from conflicts such as the Indonesian experience of combating Islamic separatists in the 1950s, that are little known in the west. The narrator is OK, but occasionally lapses into monotone for uncomfortably long periods. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tell-Me-What-You-See-Audiobook/B004C3T09S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tell Me What You See Subtitle: Remote Viewing Cases from the Worlds Premier Psychic Spy Author: Ed Dames, Joel Harry Newman Narrator: Stephen Bowlby Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Decorated army officer Major Ed Dames tells the shocking true story of his time asoperations and training officer for the Defense Intelligence Agency's top-secret Psychic Intelligence Unit. Together with his PSI Spyteam, Dames used the practice of remote viewing to uncover accurate and verifiable military intelligence by going where no intel operatives on the ground could go -- into the very mind of the enemy. After retiring from the military, he turned his paranormal detective skills to finding missing persons such as millionaire pilot Steve Fossett, whose plane vanished in Nevada, and a young Colorado girl named Christina White, who disappeared seemingly without a trace. He has even located one of the most legendary missing objects in history, the Ark of the Covenant. In Tell Me What You See, cosmic Columbo Major Ed Dames takes you behind the scenes of some of his most mind-bending cases. He reveals true stories and fascinating secrets uncovered by the military's remote viewing teams--from intelligence on Soviet missile sites to the whereabouts of missing POWs in Vietnam to the location of the Ark of the Covenant. Maj. Dames is the most popular guest on George Noory's exceedingly popular radio show Coast to Coast AM. For anyone fascinated by the intersection of the military and the mysterious, Tell Me What You See is an amazing and completely absorbing must-read. Critic Reviews: "The unknown isn't so unbelievable in Dames's hands." (George Noory, Coast to Coast AM) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ed Dames) Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:58:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tell-Me-What-You-See-Audiobook/B004C3T09S thebookvoice.com 08:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tell Me What You See Subtitle: Remote Viewing Cases from the Worlds Premier Psychic Spy Author: Ed Dames, Joel Harry Newman Narrator: Stephen Bowlby Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Decorated army officer Major Ed Dames tells the shocking true story of his time asoperations and training officer for the Defense Intelligence Agency's top-secret Psychic Intelligence Unit. Together with his PSI Spyteam, Dames used the practice of remote viewing to uncover accurate and verifiable military intelligence by going where no intel operatives on the ground could go -- into the very mind of the enemy. After retiring from the military, he turned his paranormal detective skills to finding missing persons such as millionaire pilot Steve Fossett, whose plane vanished in Nevada, and a young Colorado girl named Christina White, who disappeared seemingly without a trace. He has even located one of the most legendary missing objects in history, the Ark of the Covenant. In Tell Me What You See, cosmic Columbo Major Ed Dames takes you behind the scenes of some of his most mind-bending cases. He reveals true stories and fascinating secrets uncovered by the military's remote viewing teams--from intelligence on Soviet missile sites to the whereabouts of missing POWs in Vietnam to the location of the Ark of the Covenant. Maj. Dames is the most popular guest on George Noory's exceedingly popular radio show Coast to Coast AM. For anyone fascinated by the intersection of the military and the mysterious, Tell Me What You See is an amazing and completely absorbing must-read. Critic Reviews: "The unknown isn't so unbelievable in Dames's hands." (George Noory, Coast to Coast AM) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tell Me What You See Subtitle: Remote Viewing Cases from the Worlds Premier Psychic Spy Author: Ed Dames, Joel Harry Newman Narrator: Stephen Bowlby Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 11-23-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Decorated army officer Major Ed Dames tells the shocking true story of his time asoperations and training officer for the Defense Intelligence Agency's top-secret Psychic Intelligence Unit. Together with his PSI Spyteam, Dames used the practice of remote viewing to uncover accurate and verifiable military intelligence by going where no intel operatives on the ground could go -- into the very mind of the enemy. After retiring from the military, he turned his paranormal detective skills to finding missing persons such as millionaire pilot Steve Fossett, whose plane vanished in Nevada, and a young Colorado girl named Christina White, who disappeared seemingly without a trace. He has even located one of the most legendary missing objects in history, the Ark of the Covenant. In Tell Me What You See, cosmic Columbo Major Ed Dames takes you behind the scenes of some of his most mind-bending cases. He reveals true stories and fascinating secrets uncovered by the military's remote viewing teams--from intelligence on Soviet missile sites to the whereabouts of missing POWs in Vietnam to the location of the Ark of the Covenant. Maj. Dames is the most popular guest on George Noory's exceedingly popular radio show Coast to Coast AM. For anyone fascinated by the intersection of the military and the mysterious, Tell Me What You See is an amazing and completely absorbing must-read. Critic Reviews: "The unknown isn't so unbelievable in Dames's hands." (George Noory, Coast to Coast AM) Members Reviews: Good story. Outsized ego. Any additional comments? There were some intriguing details but the author's ego kept getting in the way, like he had a continuous need to beat his chest about how exceptional he is. Whatever. Let's get back to the story. I still recommend it. Interesting, but...spend your credit elsewhere The information is a rehash of other Remote Viewing books better told elsewhere. This title has some value but you need to overlook the massive ego. If you were to take the issues at face value Dames personally saved the world from the Soviet communist threat (Really? I thought there were a few others involved), was a "water-walker" (hmm, but still a major when he retired), had the ear of the president (his words) though he says he never communicated with any president (again, his words...maybe he just forgot), and the list goes on. Frankly, he does a disservice to his colleagues and the military in general because we only needed hin, and his analysis, to solve any world problem. Read McMoneagle or Morehouse for more objective and in-depth discussion of RV. I liked it You may or may not like the style of writing but the subject is fascinating well worth the time and money Interesting but... It doesn't seem like you get any actual information or proof, much less predictions about the future. It still seems a bit scifi, and surprising that if this is actually going on, that the government allows him to talk about it. I was really looking forward to this one, and disappointed that there wasn't much resolve. Very intertesting and well done I read this book after attending one of his events. Ed truly lives and breaths the subject. It is well worth the journey. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Black-Ops-Vietnam-Audiobook/B00BU8KYF2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Ops, Vietnam Subtitle: An Operational History of MACVSOG Author: Robert M. Gillespie Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-13 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Without doubt the most unique U.S. unit to participate in the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam Studies and Observations Group (MACVSOG) was a highly-classified, U.S. joint-service organization consisting of Army Special Forces, Navy SEALs, Marine Force Reconnaissance units, the Air Force, and the CIA. Committed to action in Southeast Asia even before the major U.S. build-up in 1965, it also fielded a division-sized element of South Vietnamese military personnel, indigenous Montagnards, ethnic Chinese Nungs, and Taiwanese pilots. During its nine-year existence, MACVSOG participated in most of the significant operations of the conflict, including the Gulf of Tonkin incident, the Tet Offensive, the incursion into Cambodia, the Green Beret murder case, the Phoenix program, and the Son Tay POW raid. The story of this extraordinary unit has never before been told in full and comes as a timely blueprint for today's unconventional warfare. Published in cooperation with the Association of the United States Army. The book is published by Naval Institute Press. Critic Reviews: "Fascinating account...Gillespie's book is particulary timely in light of the ongoing fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. It demonstrates the hazardous duty that SOG teams endure." ( Military Heritage) "Assembled from declassified documents and memoirs, Black Ops Vietnam is an in-depth focus on the deeds of this elite group, and its true stories are especially relevant amid today's problematic, complex, and difficult ongoing counter-insurgency operations. Highly recommended." ( The Midwest Book Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert M. Gillespie) Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:57:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Black-Ops-Vietnam-Audiobook/B00BU8KYF2 thebookvoice.com 13:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Ops, Vietnam Subtitle: An Operational History of MACVSOG Author: Robert M. Gillespie Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-13 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Without doubt the most unique U.S. unit to participate in the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam Studies and Observations Group (MACVSOG) was a highly-classified, U.S. joint-service organization consisting of Army Special Forces, Navy SEALs, Marine Force Reconnaissance units, the Air Force, and the CIA. Committed to action in Southeast Asia even before the major U.S. build-up in 1965, it also fielded a division-sized element of South Vietnamese military personnel, indigenous Montagnards, ethnic Chinese Nungs, and Taiwanese pilots. During its nine-year existence, MACVSOG participated in most of the significant operations of the conflict, including the Gulf of Tonkin incident, the Tet Offensive, the incursion into Cambodia, the Green Beret murder case, the Phoenix program, and the Son Tay POW raid. The story of this extraordinary unit has never before been told in full and comes as a timely blueprint for today's unconventional warfare. Published in cooperation with the Association of the United States Army. The book is published by Naval Institute Press. Critic Reviews: "Fascinating account...Gillespie's book is particulary timely in light of the ongoing fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. It demonstrates the hazardous duty that SOG teams endure." ( Military Heritage) "Assembled from declassified documents and memoirs, Black Ops Vietnam is an in-depth focus on the deeds of this elite group, and its true stories are especially relevant amid today's problematic, complex, and difficult ongoing counter-insurgency operations. Highly recommended." ( The Midwest Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black Ops, Vietnam Subtitle: An Operational History of MACVSOG Author: Robert M. Gillespie Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-13 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Without doubt the most unique U.S. unit to participate in the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam Studies and Observations Group (MACVSOG) was a highly-classified, U.S. joint-service organization consisting of Army Special Forces, Navy SEALs, Marine Force Reconnaissance units, the Air Force, and the CIA. Committed to action in Southeast Asia even before the major U.S. build-up in 1965, it also fielded a division-sized element of South Vietnamese military personnel, indigenous Montagnards, ethnic Chinese Nungs, and Taiwanese pilots. During its nine-year existence, MACVSOG participated in most of the significant operations of the conflict, including the Gulf of Tonkin incident, the Tet Offensive, the incursion into Cambodia, the Green Beret murder case, the Phoenix program, and the Son Tay POW raid. The story of this extraordinary unit has never before been told in full and comes as a timely blueprint for today's unconventional warfare. Published in cooperation with the Association of the United States Army. The book is published by Naval Institute Press. Critic Reviews: "Fascinating account...Gillespie's book is particulary timely in light of the ongoing fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. It demonstrates the hazardous duty that SOG teams endure." ( Military Heritage) "Assembled from declassified documents and memoirs, Black Ops Vietnam is an in-depth focus on the deeds of this elite group, and its true stories are especially relevant amid today's problematic, complex, and difficult ongoing counter-insurgency operations. Highly recommended." ( The Midwest Book Review) Members Reviews: Bad 0 Stars the only audio book I have ever returned. 0 Stars. The thing sounds like a eulogy. Reads like a telephone book Perhaps there most boring book I have ever read. The cover indicates a completely different content Excellent book Would you listen to Black Ops, Vietnam again? Why? Yes, well written well told. What did you like best about this story? Good factual account of a dark period of American history. What about Paul Heitschs performance did you like? Good solid voice easy to listen too. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The stories of the operatives refusing medals after heroic operations, presidential recognition after so many years! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Uranium-Audiobook/B002V0PTXK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Uranium Subtitle: War, Energy, and the Rock That Shaped the World Author: Tom Zoellner Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 03-27-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 334 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Slave labor camps in Africa and Eastern Europe were built around mine shafts, and America would knowingly send more than 600 uranium miners to their graves in the name of national security. Fortunes have been made from this yellow dirt; massive energy grids have been run from it. Fear of it panicked the American people into supporting a questionable war with Iraq, and its specter threatens to create another conflict in Iran. Now, some are hoping it can help avoid a global warming catastrophe. In Uranium, Tom Zoellner takes readers around the globe in this intriguing look at the mineral that can sustain life or destroy it. Critic Reviews: "A rich journalistic account." (Kirkus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tom Zoellner) Fri, 27 Mar 2009 19:55:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Uranium-Audiobook/B002V0PTXK thebookvoice.com 13:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Uranium Subtitle: War, Energy, and the Rock That Shaped the World Author: Tom Zoellner Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 03-27-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 334 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Slave labor camps in Africa and Eastern Europe were built around mine shafts, and America would knowingly send more than 600 uranium miners to their graves in the name of national security. Fortunes have been made from this yellow dirt; massive energy grids have been run from it. Fear of it panicked the American people into supporting a questionable war with Iraq, and its specter threatens to create another conflict in Iran. Now, some are hoping it can help avoid a global warming catastrophe. In Uranium, Tom Zoellner takes readers around the globe in this intriguing look at the mineral that can sustain life or destroy it. Critic Reviews: "A rich journalistic account." (Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Uranium Subtitle: War, Energy, and the Rock That Shaped the World Author: Tom Zoellner Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 03-27-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 334 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Slave labor camps in Africa and Eastern Europe were built around mine shafts, and America would knowingly send more than 600 uranium miners to their graves in the name of national security. Fortunes have been made from this yellow dirt; massive energy grids have been run from it. Fear of it panicked the American people into supporting a questionable war with Iraq, and its specter threatens to create another conflict in Iran. Now, some are hoping it can help avoid a global warming catastrophe. In Uranium, Tom Zoellner takes readers around the globe in this intriguing look at the mineral that can sustain life or destroy it. Critic Reviews: "A rich journalistic account." (Kirkus) Members Reviews: GREAT book, awful narration The narrator of this book should really have stuck to reading it straight. His appalling accents would be funny if they weren't so insulting, and his pronunciation, particularly of German words, is poor and clearly not researched. The book itself is excellent and will please many listeners, especially anyone who (like me) enjoys specific histories in line with books like "Cod," "Salt," and "The 13th Element." In the end, the reader could be worse and if you are willing to put up with his accent hash, you will enjoy this book tremendously. 4-star book with 2-star narration This book is informative and pretty well-written, but the narrator makes the baffling choice to read every quote (and there are several throughout the book) in a different voice, most of which sound absolutely ridiculous. Totally out of place in a serious non-fiction book, and I have no clue why somebody...the producer, for one...didn't stop him from narrating in this way. Seriously. His accented voices are truly terrible...along the lines of "Vee haff veys to make you talk". It's not quite bad enough to make me stop listening to the book (which is quite interesting), but it's enough to irritate me every single time he does it. Interesting book, terrible reader Uranium turns out to be a fascinating subject. Unfortunately, Patrick Lawlor's narration ruins the book. Whenever the text quotes a French, German, or other non-English source, Lawlor launches into a cartoon accent that makes them all sound like the Frito Bandito. Englishmen all sound like Jeeves, regardless of background. Here's a suggestion for audiobook producers: if the text of the book reads, say, "we have found the answer", maybe that's what the narrator should say, rather than Lawlor's "vee haff found zee answer"? If the author had intended the text to be read in a comical parody dialect, wouldn't he have written it that way? Scientific and historical errors, good miner tales I am unimpressed with it, but I did like the human stories of the prospectors and miners. I had to laugh when the author described the nucleus of the atom being held together with electrical force. Besides the errors in comparison to the information in the Oppenheimer biography (American Prometheus audio book), there are glaring deficiencies, such as the almost complete avoidance of the subject of disposing of uranium waste. It is a industry book seemingly written by a scientifically illiterate journalist. Great for What It Is In what I would loosely call a postmodern way, Tom Zoeliner deconstructs Uranium. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Accidental-Guerrilla-Audiobook/B0032EZ8Y4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Accidental Guerrilla Subtitle: Fighting Small Wars in the Midst of a Big One Author: David Kilcullen Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare. A senior counterinsurgency advisor to General David Petraeus in Iraq, his vision of war dramatically influenced America's decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the surge". Now, in The Accidental Guerrilla, Kilcullen provides a remarkably fresh perspective on the War on Terror. Kilcullen takes us "on the ground" to uncover the face of modern warfare, illuminating both the big global war (the "War on Terrorism") and its relation to the associated "small wars" across the globe: Iraq, Afghanistan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Chechnya, Pakistan, and North Africa. Kilcullen sees today's conflicts as a complex pairing of contrasting trends: local social networks and worldwide movements; traditional and postmodern culture; local insurgencies seeking autonomy and a broader pan-Islamic campaign. He warns that America's actions in the war on terrorism have tended to conflate these trends, blurring the distinction between local and global struggles and thus enormously complicating our challenges. Indeed, the US had done a poor job of applying different tactics to these very different situations, continually misidentifying insurgents with limited aims and legitimate grievances (whom he calls "accidental guerrillas") as part of a coordinated worldwide terror network. We must learn how to disentangle these strands, develop strategies that deal with global threats, avoid local conflicts where possible, and win them where necessary. Colored with gripping battlefield experiences that range from the jungles and highlands of Southeast Asia to the mountains of the Afghanistan-Pakistan border to the dusty towns of the Middle East, The Accidental Guerrilla will, quite simply, change the way we think about war. This much anticipated book will be a must listen for everyone concerned about the war on terror. Critic Reviews: "This book should be required reading for every American soldier, as well as anyone involved in the war on terror. Kilcullen's central concept of the 'accidental guerrilla' is brilliant and the policy prescriptions that flow from it important. And that's not all; the book has many more insights drawn from various battlefields." (Fareed Zakaria, Newsweek) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Kilcullen) Thu, 31 Dec 2009 22:10:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Accidental-Guerrilla-Audiobook/B0032EZ8Y4 thebookvoice.com 15:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Accidental Guerrilla Subtitle: Fighting Small Wars in the Midst of a Big One Author: David Kilcullen Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare. A senior counterinsurgency advisor to General David Petraeus in Iraq, his vision of war dramatically influenced America's decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the surge". Now, in The Accidental Guerrilla, Kilcullen provides a remarkably fresh perspective on the War on Terror. Kilcullen takes us "on the ground" to uncover the face of modern warfare, illuminating both the big global war (the "War on Terrorism") and its relation to the associated "small wars" across the globe: Iraq, Afghanistan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Chechnya, Pakistan, and North Africa. Kilcullen sees today's conflicts as a complex pairing of contrasting trends: local social networks and worldwide movements; traditional and postmodern culture; local insurgencies seeking autonomy and a broader pan-Islamic campaign. He warns that America's actions in the war on terrorism have tended to conflate these trends, blurring the distinction between local and global struggles and thus enormously complicating our challenges. Indeed, the US had done a poor job of applying different tactics to these very different situations, continually misidentifying insurgents with limited aims and legitimate grievances (whom he calls "accidental guerrillas") as part of a coordinated worldwide terror network. We must learn how to disentangle these strands, develop strategies that deal with global threats, avoid local conflicts where possible, and win them where necessary. Colored with gripping battlefield experiences that range from the jungles and highlands of Southeast Asia to the mountains of the Afghanistan-Pakistan border to the dusty towns of the Middle East, The Accidental Guerrilla will, quite simply, change the way we think about war. This much anticipated book will be a must listen for everyone concerned about the war on terror. Critic Reviews: "This book should be required reading for every American soldier, as well as anyone involved in the war on terror. Kilcullen's central concept of the 'accidental guerrilla' is brilliant and the policy prescriptions that flow from it important. And that's not all; the book has many more insights drawn from various battlefields." (Fareed Zakaria, Newsweek) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Accidental Guerrilla Subtitle: Fighting Small Wars in the Midst of a Big One Author: David Kilcullen Narrator: Peter Ganim Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: David Kilcullen is one of the world's most influential experts on counterinsurgency and modern warfare. A senior counterinsurgency advisor to General David Petraeus in Iraq, his vision of war dramatically influenced America's decision to rethink its military strategy in Iraq and implement "the surge". Now, in The Accidental Guerrilla, Kilcullen provides a remarkably fresh perspective on the War on Terror. Kilcullen takes us "on the ground" to uncover the face of modern warfare, illuminating both the big global war (the "War on Terrorism") and its relation to the associated "small wars" across the globe: Iraq, Afghanistan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Chechnya, Pakistan, and North Africa. Kilcullen sees today's conflicts as a complex pairing of contrasting trends: local social networks and worldwide movements; traditional and postmodern culture; local insurgencies seeking autonomy and a broader pan-Islamic campaign. He warns that America's actions in the war on terrorism have tended to conflate these trends, blurring the distinction between local and global struggles and thus enormously complicating our challenges. Indeed, the US had done a poor job of applying different tactics to these very different situations, continually misidentifying insurgents with limited aims and legitimate grievances (whom he calls "accidental guerrillas") as part of a coordinated worldwide terror network. We must learn how to disentangle these strands, develop strategies that deal with global threats, avoid local conflicts where possible, and win them where necessary. Colored with gripping battlefield experiences that range from the jungles and highlands of Southeast Asia to the mountains of the Afghanistan-Pakistan border to the dusty towns of the Middle East, The Accidental Guerrilla will, quite simply, change the way we think about war. This much anticipated book will be a must listen for everyone concerned about the war on terror. Critic Reviews: "This book should be required reading for every American soldier, as well as anyone involved in the war on terror. Kilcullen's central concept of the 'accidental guerrilla' is brilliant and the policy prescriptions that flow from it important. And that's not all; the book has many more insights drawn from various battlefields." (Fareed Zakaria, Newsweek) Members Reviews: Excellent if advanced A must read for anyone interested in the incredibly complex conflicts we face now and will likely face in the future. Few have the experience or pedigree in counter-insurgency that Kilcullen can boast. A great follow up to Tom Rick's "The Gamble", which might be considered an introductory text. Kilcullen's work is significantly more complex, yet manages to remain engaging. A must read for military and politicians Kilcullen makes sense of the asymmetric battlefield: what works, what does not, and why. Anyone who has been or will be going to Iraq or Afghanistan will appreciate this work. All of our politicians need to read this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Morning-They-Came-for-Us-Audiobook/B01MECY0DJ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Morning They Came for Us Subtitle: Dispatches from Syria Author: Janine di Giovanni Narrator: Teri Schnaubelt Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Once in a decade comes an account of war that promises to be a classic. Doing for Syria what Imperial Life in the Emerald City did for the war in Iraq, The Morning They Came for Us bears witness to one of the most brutal, internecine conflicts in recent history. Drawing from years of experience covering Syria for Vanity Fair, Newsweek, and the front pages of the New York Times, award-winning journalist Janine di Giovanni gives us a tour de force of war reportage, all told through the perspective of ordinary people - among them a doctor, a nun, a musician, and a student. What emerges is an extraordinary picture of the devastating human consequences of armed conflict, one that charts an apocalyptic but at times tender story of life in a jihadist war zone. Recalling celebrated works by Ryszard Kapuscinski, Philip Gourevitch, and Anne Applebaum, The Morning They Came for Us, through its unflinching account of a nation on the brink of disintegration, becomes an unforgettable testament to resilience in the face of nihilistic human debasement. Critic Reviews: "This book, haunted by the international failure to intervene effectively, gives readers an on-the-ground experience of the devastating seasons that followed the promise of the Arab Spring." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Janine di Giovanni) Tue, 25 Oct 2016 13:26:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Morning-They-Came-for-Us-Audiobook/B01MECY0DJ thebookvoice.com 05:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Morning They Came for Us Subtitle: Dispatches from Syria Author: Janine di Giovanni Narrator: Teri Schnaubelt Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Once in a decade comes an account of war that promises to be a classic. Doing for Syria what Imperial Life in the Emerald City did for the war in Iraq, The Morning They Came for Us bears witness to one of the most brutal, internecine conflicts in recent history. Drawing from years of experience covering Syria for Vanity Fair, Newsweek, and the front pages of the New York Times, award-winning journalist Janine di Giovanni gives us a tour de force of war reportage, all told through the perspective of ordinary people - among them a doctor, a nun, a musician, and a student. What emerges is an extraordinary picture of the devastating human consequences of armed conflict, one that charts an apocalyptic but at times tender story of life in a jihadist war zone. Recalling celebrated works by Ryszard Kapuscinski, Philip Gourevitch, and Anne Applebaum, The Morning They Came for Us, through its unflinching account of a nation on the brink of disintegration, becomes an unforgettable testament to resilience in the face of nihilistic human debasement. Critic Reviews: "This book, haunted by the international failure to intervene effectively, gives readers an on-the-ground experience of the devastating seasons that followed the promise of the Arab Spring." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Morning They Came for Us Subtitle: Dispatches from Syria Author: Janine di Giovanni Narrator: Teri Schnaubelt Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Once in a decade comes an account of war that promises to be a classic. Doing for Syria what Imperial Life in the Emerald City did for the war in Iraq, The Morning They Came for Us bears witness to one of the most brutal, internecine conflicts in recent history. Drawing from years of experience covering Syria for Vanity Fair, Newsweek, and the front pages of the New York Times, award-winning journalist Janine di Giovanni gives us a tour de force of war reportage, all told through the perspective of ordinary people - among them a doctor, a nun, a musician, and a student. What emerges is an extraordinary picture of the devastating human consequences of armed conflict, one that charts an apocalyptic but at times tender story of life in a jihadist war zone. Recalling celebrated works by Ryszard Kapuscinski, Philip Gourevitch, and Anne Applebaum, The Morning They Came for Us, through its unflinching account of a nation on the brink of disintegration, becomes an unforgettable testament to resilience in the face of nihilistic human debasement. Critic Reviews: "This book, haunted by the international failure to intervene effectively, gives readers an on-the-ground experience of the devastating seasons that followed the promise of the Arab Spring." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Heartbreaking Stories I wish this book was required reading for college freshmen. No one should remain blind to the suffering that war brings. A story that needs to be heard This book was incredible and it should be listened to. The story of war torn Syria tragic and very serious. The urgency and truth from the narrator added to the story telling. This book broke my heart and makes me want to take action. This book is so relevant. The people in Syria and the refugees that have left their home need us. And this book brings those people's suffering to light in a haunting way. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Soul-Survivor-Audiobook/B002V5B3LM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Soul Survivor Subtitle: The Reincarnation of a World War II Fighter Pilot Author: Bruce Leininger, Andrea Leininger Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Soul Survivor is the story of how the Leiningers pieced together what their son was communicating and eventually discovered that he was reliving the past life of World War II fighter pilot James Huston. As Bruce Leininger struggled to understand what was happening to his son, he also uncovered details of James Huston's life---and death---as a pilot that will fascinate military buffs everywhere. In Soul Survivor, we are taken for a gripping ride as the Leiningers' belief system is shaken to the core and both of these families come to know a little boy who, against all odds and even in the face of true skeptics, harbors the soul of this man who died long ago. Critic Reviews: "I believe with all my heart that James Leininger is James Huston again. His story is riveting." (Concetta Bertoldi, author of the New York Times bestseller Do Dead People Watch You in the Shower?) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bruce Leininger) Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:38:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Soul-Survivor-Audiobook/B002V5B3LM thebookvoice.com 09:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Soul Survivor Subtitle: The Reincarnation of a World War II Fighter Pilot Author: Bruce Leininger, Andrea Leininger Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Soul Survivor is the story of how the Leiningers pieced together what their son was communicating and eventually discovered that he was reliving the past life of World War II fighter pilot James Huston. As Bruce Leininger struggled to understand what was happening to his son, he also uncovered details of James Huston's life---and death---as a pilot that will fascinate military buffs everywhere. In Soul Survivor, we are taken for a gripping ride as the Leiningers' belief system is shaken to the core and both of these families come to know a little boy who, against all odds and even in the face of true skeptics, harbors the soul of this man who died long ago. Critic Reviews: "I believe with all my heart that James Leininger is James Huston again. His story is riveting." (Concetta Bertoldi, author of the New York Times bestseller Do Dead People Watch You in the Shower?) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Soul Survivor Subtitle: The Reincarnation of a World War II Fighter Pilot Author: Bruce Leininger, Andrea Leininger Narrator: Paul Boehmer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Soul Survivor is the story of how the Leiningers pieced together what their son was communicating and eventually discovered that he was reliving the past life of World War II fighter pilot James Huston. As Bruce Leininger struggled to understand what was happening to his son, he also uncovered details of James Huston's life---and death---as a pilot that will fascinate military buffs everywhere. In Soul Survivor, we are taken for a gripping ride as the Leiningers' belief system is shaken to the core and both of these families come to know a little boy who, against all odds and even in the face of true skeptics, harbors the soul of this man who died long ago. Critic Reviews: "I believe with all my heart that James Leininger is James Huston again. His story is riveting." (Concetta Bertoldi, author of the New York Times bestseller Do Dead People Watch You in the Shower?) Members Reviews: written for juveniles I agree with a previous reviewer that it is written on the order of see spot run. This book was obviously written for young juveniles and not adults. Fantastic event but amazingly boring. Look for another book on this event instead. A wonderful true life story I had heard the Leiningers on Coast to Coast AM radio. When I discovered the book on Audible I was to get it. There was no disappointment for me. I listened with rapt attention to the book. I'm a believer in reincarnation and so I didn't have the problem with the book, having read Ian Stevenson's works on the subject. I highly recommend this book. A Compelling Affirmation of Lives Continued Any additional comments? I am a military history buff, and am open-minded about reincarnation as a possible or even probable reality. That said, I'm not a New Ager either. Soul Survivor was a compelling and fascinating read. Though at times it over-indulged the banalities of the family's daily lives, the core story was a meticulously documented and researched walk through the lives of a dead WW2 pilot, the young boy he later became, and the astonishing facts that explained their journeys. I appreciated the candor of addressing the conflicts in religious beliefs, versus the conclusions that inexorably were to be drawn from "James 3's" vivid and detailed past-life experiences. This work is a window on a realization that life doesn't necessarily flow in directions that conventional dogmas demand. Well done. Looooooooong! This 9 hour story has about 40 minutes of substance. The constant delving into details of details of details that are in no way connected to the story is extremely tedious. If a point could be made, or a aspect of the story told in a paragraph, this book spends a chapter. I have been an audible member for over six years and have listened to countless hours of audiobooks. This is unlistenable. Search the story on the internet. Get the 2 page summary. Too much fluff I was intrigued about this book when my skeptical father recommended it. Although it might be better in print than on audio, it was a severe disappointment. The story could have been told in half the amount of time. There is way too much useless information that is obviously added just so the story could be a book instead of a magazine article. I grew to dislike the parents, especially the mom who seemed to want to use the book simply to brag about herself. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Intelligence-in-War-Audiobook/B002UP1L9W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Intelligence in War Subtitle: Knowledge of the Enemy from Napoleon to Al-Qaeda Author: John Keegan Narrator: Richard Matthews Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 210 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Keegan brings to life the split-second decisions that went into waging war before the benefit of aerial surveillance and electronic communications. The English admiral Horatio Nelson was hot on the heels of Napoleon's fleet in the Mediterranean and never knew it, while Stonewall Jackson was able to compensate for the Confederacy's disadvantage in firearms and manpower with detailed maps of the Appalachians. In the past century, espionage and decryption have changed the face of battle. Timely information, however, is only the beginning of the surprising and disturbing aspects of decisions that are made in war, where brute force is often more critical. Intelligence in War is a thought-provoking work that ranks among John Keegan's finest achievements. Critic Reviews: "The author is the most popular, and perhaps the best, contemporary writer of military history." (Booklist) "His case histories offer enough revelations and drama to satisfy any espionage buff....Keegan is always a pleasure to read for his wit, insight, and style." (The New York Times Book Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Keegan) Fri, 14 Nov 2003 20:20:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Intelligence-in-War-Audiobook/B002UP1L9W thebookvoice.com 14:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Intelligence in War Subtitle: Knowledge of the Enemy from Napoleon to Al-Qaeda Author: John Keegan Narrator: Richard Matthews Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 210 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Keegan brings to life the split-second decisions that went into waging war before the benefit of aerial surveillance and electronic communications. The English admiral Horatio Nelson was hot on the heels of Napoleon's fleet in the Mediterranean and never knew it, while Stonewall Jackson was able to compensate for the Confederacy's disadvantage in firearms and manpower with detailed maps of the Appalachians. In the past century, espionage and decryption have changed the face of battle. Timely information, however, is only the beginning of the surprising and disturbing aspects of decisions that are made in war, where brute force is often more critical. Intelligence in War is a thought-provoking work that ranks among John Keegan's finest achievements. Critic Reviews: "The author is the most popular, and perhaps the best, contemporary writer of military history." (Booklist) "His case histories offer enough revelations and drama to satisfy any espionage buff....Keegan is always a pleasure to read for his wit, insight, and style." (The New York Times Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Intelligence in War Subtitle: Knowledge of the Enemy from Napoleon to Al-Qaeda Author: John Keegan Narrator: Richard Matthews Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 210 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Keegan brings to life the split-second decisions that went into waging war before the benefit of aerial surveillance and electronic communications. The English admiral Horatio Nelson was hot on the heels of Napoleon's fleet in the Mediterranean and never knew it, while Stonewall Jackson was able to compensate for the Confederacy's disadvantage in firearms and manpower with detailed maps of the Appalachians. In the past century, espionage and decryption have changed the face of battle. Timely information, however, is only the beginning of the surprising and disturbing aspects of decisions that are made in war, where brute force is often more critical. Intelligence in War is a thought-provoking work that ranks among John Keegan's finest achievements. Critic Reviews: "The author is the most popular, and perhaps the best, contemporary writer of military history." (Booklist) "His case histories offer enough revelations and drama to satisfy any espionage buff....Keegan is always a pleasure to read for his wit, insight, and style." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Military history more than history of intelligence John Keegan is always an interesting writer. A good story teller. A good conveyer of fact. However, this book is mistitled. It is not a history of intelligence in war, it is a history of war with a bit of intelligence stuff thrown in for spice. It is an enjoyable book, but somewhat of a letdown if you are looking for the "spy" stuff. One thing that Keegan does very well though, in the lengthy stories he tells, is to give you an appreciation of the limited value of intelligence in actual battlefield decisionmaking. Which may be why the stories are more about battlefield & strategic events than spying. The intelligence gathering brings forward useful information to commanders, but in the end is usually so stale or easily misinterpreted ... or quickly made obsolete by battlefield actions ... that its value is over-rated in the popular literature. Keegan proves these points repeatedly. Solid read, but misleading title. Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Yes. The book is a fairly good overview of intelligence in war and uses tangible examples to illustrate key concepts. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? The book throws out a really key claim that the future of intelligence will need to focus heavily on HUMINT; however, it misses the opportunity to provide any strenuous examples of HUMINT in action. I.e., the reader is left wondering what operational role intelligence currently plays and needs to play in modern warfare & counterintelligence. What about Richard Matthewss performance did you like? Excellent rhythm and pace. Do you think Intelligence in War needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? Yes. The book seemed provided a good and in depth look at intelligence from the 18th - mid 19th century, but really needed to provide a more expansive look at pre-18th century and modern intelligence collection & its interaction with the military. Both also need intensive illustrations similar to the communications illustrations of Naval warfare. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-One-Left-Behind-Audiobook/B002UUKRSI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No One Left Behind Subtitle: The Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher Story Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Narrator: Terence Aselford Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-03 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On January 16, 1991, Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher launches from the USS Saratoga, one of 40 F/A-18 Hornets of which only 39 would return. Moments after an assault by an Iraqi MiG-25, Speicher's plane vanished in a fireball over the Baghdad desert. The next day, Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell declared Speicher killed in action - the first casualty of the Gulf War. Two months later, a Kuwaiti secret police colonel claimed he was in the same hospital as a captured American pilot. Over the years, evidence of Speicher's survival continued to emerge, and on January 10, 2001, Speicher was declared missing in action - the first time in history that a U.S. serviceman's status has been changed. Tracking this explosive story for the past eight years, Yarsinske has interviewed top government and military officials, diplomats, pilots, informers, and Iraqi defectors. The result is a stunning true account of government denials and cover-ups that obscured an essential fact: Speicher actually survived. No One Left Behind takes us beyond the lies to unearth the truth of the pilot left behind. Critic Reviews: "The entire production [has] a feeling of an overheard conversation between knowledgeable friends, adding a depth of believability and confidence that fancier, more melodramatic treatment might have weakened." (Publishers Weekly) "It amounts to an extraordinary betrayal of the U.S. military's proud boast that 'no man is left behind.'" (The Times (London)) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Waters Yarsinske) Fri, 04 Apr 2003 22:60:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-One-Left-Behind-Audiobook/B002UUKRSI thebookvoice.com 08:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No One Left Behind Subtitle: The Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher Story Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Narrator: Terence Aselford Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-03 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On January 16, 1991, Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher launches from the USS Saratoga, one of 40 F/A-18 Hornets of which only 39 would return. Moments after an assault by an Iraqi MiG-25, Speicher's plane vanished in a fireball over the Baghdad desert. The next day, Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell declared Speicher killed in action - the first casualty of the Gulf War. Two months later, a Kuwaiti secret police colonel claimed he was in the same hospital as a captured American pilot. Over the years, evidence of Speicher's survival continued to emerge, and on January 10, 2001, Speicher was declared missing in action - the first time in history that a U.S. serviceman's status has been changed. Tracking this explosive story for the past eight years, Yarsinske has interviewed top government and military officials, diplomats, pilots, informers, and Iraqi defectors. The result is a stunning true account of government denials and cover-ups that obscured an essential fact: Speicher actually survived. No One Left Behind takes us beyond the lies to unearth the truth of the pilot left behind. Critic Reviews: "The entire production [has] a feeling of an overheard conversation between knowledgeable friends, adding a depth of believability and confidence that fancier, more melodramatic treatment might have weakened." (Publishers Weekly) "It amounts to an extraordinary betrayal of the U.S. military's proud boast that 'no man is left behind.'" (The Times (London)) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No One Left Behind Subtitle: The Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher Story Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Narrator: Terence Aselford Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-03 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On January 16, 1991, Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher launches from the USS Saratoga, one of 40 F/A-18 Hornets of which only 39 would return. Moments after an assault by an Iraqi MiG-25, Speicher's plane vanished in a fireball over the Baghdad desert. The next day, Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell declared Speicher killed in action - the first casualty of the Gulf War. Two months later, a Kuwaiti secret police colonel claimed he was in the same hospital as a captured American pilot. Over the years, evidence of Speicher's survival continued to emerge, and on January 10, 2001, Speicher was declared missing in action - the first time in history that a U.S. serviceman's status has been changed. Tracking this explosive story for the past eight years, Yarsinske has interviewed top government and military officials, diplomats, pilots, informers, and Iraqi defectors. The result is a stunning true account of government denials and cover-ups that obscured an essential fact: Speicher actually survived. No One Left Behind takes us beyond the lies to unearth the truth of the pilot left behind. Critic Reviews: "The entire production [has] a feeling of an overheard conversation between knowledgeable friends, adding a depth of believability and confidence that fancier, more melodramatic treatment might have weakened." (Publishers Weekly) "It amounts to an extraordinary betrayal of the U.S. military's proud boast that 'no man is left behind.'" (The Times (London)) Members Reviews: Needs a thorough editing I was excited about starting this book, but I barely made it to the end. It reads like someone's history MA thesis. It's full of detail, that gets repeated many times before the end, but short on actual synthesis. It repeatedly insinuates conspiracy without ever actually accusing anyone. My father, a lifelong bureaucrat, always told me not to assume conspiracy when incompetence is a possible explanation. That pretty much summarizes my take on this episode in American history. I am fully prepared to believe that there were many incompetent bureaucrats involved, but the constant insinuation that everyone actively covered this up because they were afraid it would make them look bad doesn't ring true to me. And to make the book more disappointing, it ends before his body was discovered in 2009, the circumstances of which seem to pretty much disprove the author's thesis. This book would have been better as a long piece in the New Yorker or some similar outlet. There just isn't enough here to make a compelling and interesting book. Hopefully someone will make an abridged version of it. You can get the whole story in a nutshell by reading the Wikipedia entry. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Red-Platoon-Audiobook/B01DWS4674 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Platoon Subtitle: A True Story of American Valour Author: Clinton Romesha Narrator: Will Damron, Clinton Romesha Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-16 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 982 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. "'It doesn't get better.' To us that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke." In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after its construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: it was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend. On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives. Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defence of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clinton Romesha) Thu, 07 Apr 2016 01:47:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Red-Platoon-Audiobook/B01DWS4674 thebookvoice.com 12:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Platoon Subtitle: A True Story of American Valour Author: Clinton Romesha Narrator: Will Damron, Clinton Romesha Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-16 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 982 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. "'It doesn't get better.' To us that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke." In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after its construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: it was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend. On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives. Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defence of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Platoon Subtitle: A True Story of American Valour Author: Clinton Romesha Narrator: Will Damron, Clinton Romesha Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-16 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 982 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. "'It doesn't get better.' To us that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke." In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after its construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: it was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend. On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives. Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defence of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions. Members Reviews: Amazing... Would you listen to Red Platoon again? Why? This is a tremendous story of courage, sacrifice and the will to survive. Though you see the theme occur in most war memoirs, it is nonetheless amazing what a a bunch of regular dudes from all over the place can do when they come together as a unit. The Army, their training and their commitment to each somehow create something that is truly unbreakable. They denied the enemy their prize and in the process once again proved that american soldiers rise to any challenge. Who was your favorite character and why? I look at a platoon as entity and the men that comprise it are just facets of its personality and capability. To me, this story is more about Red Platoon than any of the individuals that make it up. Their collective ability to embrace a horrible situation and find a way to keep fighting and survive is very uplifting. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? The Army has a way of making poor decisions that at the time seem like a reasonable decisions. It made me sad that these soldiers had to pay the price for something that started as finger pointed at a map in a briefing by a staff officer long before these guys came in country. Its upsetting that despite all the good reasons not to put COP Keating where they did, they did it anyway. Hindsight is 20 20 but I wish someone with courage in a high level position would have followed what that knew was right and close that COP long before they did. It was so obviously a disaster waiting to happen. The fact the battle did not need to happen and should not have happened does not take away from the valor of the soldiers and airman demonstrated. Any additional comments? Americans should do all they can thank and employ veterans. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tiger-Bravos-War-Audiobook/B077GYZ7R9 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tiger Bravo's War Author: Rick St. John Narrator: David L. White Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-17 Publisher: Currahee Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Tiger Bravos War follows a band of young paratroopers, from the same battalion in the elite 101st Airborne Division portrayed in Stephen Ambroses World War II best seller Band of Brothers, during their first year in combat in the Vietnam War - from a bayonet charge in War Zone D and street fighting during the 1968 Tet Offensive, to a rescue mission of a surrounded platoon and rock and roll in the company mess hall, and much more. 30 of their number would be killed in action, and collectively they would amass a staggering 150 Purple Hearts. It is also about everyday life in a war zone and the strange, often harsh, sometimes beautiful, tropical environment in which the war was fought. Lastly, it is a soldiers tale of the young men of Tiger Bravo - the son of a World War II Japanese fighter pilot, who wins a Silver Star fighting as an American infantryman; the tough kid from rural Texas, who leaves a job cleaning astronaut offices in Houston to volunteer to be a paratrooper; the medic, abandoned by his mother, who would find in Tiger Bravo the family he never had; and over a dozen more with their own unique stories. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rick St. John) Fri, 17 Nov 2017 19:20:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tiger-Bravos-War-Audiobook/B077GYZ7R9 thebookvoice.com 10:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tiger Bravo's War Author: Rick St. John Narrator: David L. White Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-17 Publisher: Currahee Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Tiger Bravos War follows a band of young paratroopers, from the same battalion in the elite 101st Airborne Division portrayed in Stephen Ambroses World War II best seller Band of Brothers, during their first year in combat in the Vietnam War - from a bayonet charge in War Zone D and street fighting during the 1968 Tet Offensive, to a rescue mission of a surrounded platoon and rock and roll in the company mess hall, and much more. 30 of their number would be killed in action, and collectively they would amass a staggering 150 Purple Hearts. It is also about everyday life in a war zone and the strange, often harsh, sometimes beautiful, tropical environment in which the war was fought. Lastly, it is a soldiers tale of the young men of Tiger Bravo - the son of a World War II Japanese fighter pilot, who wins a Silver Star fighting as an American infantryman; the tough kid from rural Texas, who leaves a job cleaning astronaut offices in Houston to volunteer to be a paratrooper; the medic, abandoned by his mother, who would find in Tiger Bravo the family he never had; and over a dozen more with their own unique stories. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tiger Bravo's War Author: Rick St. John Narrator: David L. White Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-17 Publisher: Currahee Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Tiger Bravos War follows a band of young paratroopers, from the same battalion in the elite 101st Airborne Division portrayed in Stephen Ambroses World War II best seller Band of Brothers, during their first year in combat in the Vietnam War - from a bayonet charge in War Zone D and street fighting during the 1968 Tet Offensive, to a rescue mission of a surrounded platoon and rock and roll in the company mess hall, and much more. 30 of their number would be killed in action, and collectively they would amass a staggering 150 Purple Hearts. It is also about everyday life in a war zone and the strange, often harsh, sometimes beautiful, tropical environment in which the war was fought. Lastly, it is a soldiers tale of the young men of Tiger Bravo - the son of a World War II Japanese fighter pilot, who wins a Silver Star fighting as an American infantryman; the tough kid from rural Texas, who leaves a job cleaning astronaut offices in Houston to volunteer to be a paratrooper; the medic, abandoned by his mother, who would find in Tiger Bravo the family he never had; and over a dozen more with their own unique stories. Members Reviews: Outstanding research. Best I have read, or, heard about our time there. Being a member of that unit at that time and place, I can attest to it's accuracy. A must purchase for those that want to know the real story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Gift-of-Valor-Audiobook/B002VA8K8Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of Valor Subtitle: A War Story Author: Michael M. Phillips Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Corporal Dunham was on patrol near the Syrian border on April 14, 2004, when a black-clad Iraqi leaped out of a car and grabbed him around his neck. Fighting hand-to-hand in the dirt, Dunham saw his attacker drop a grenade and made the instantaneous decision to place his own helmet over the explosive in the hope of containing the blast and protecting his men. When the smoke cleared, Dunham's helmet was in shreds, and the corporal lay face down in his own blood. The Marines beside him were seriously wounded. Dunham was subsequently nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for military valor. Phillips's minute-by-minute chronicle of the chaotic fighting that raged throughout the area and culminated in Dunham's injury provides a grunt's-eye view of war as it's being fought today: fear, confusion, bravery, and suffering set against a brotherhood forged in combat. His account of Dunham's eight-day journey home and of his parents' heartrending reunion with their son powerfully illustrates the cold brutality of war and the fragile humanity of those who fight it. Dunham leaves an indelible mark upon all who know his story, from the doctors and nurses who treat him, to the readers of the original Wall Street Journal article that told of his singular act of valor. Critic Reviews: "Phillips' nearly shot-by-shot recap of the day's bloody and chaotic combat is one of the most vivid depictions of the American side of the Iraqi insurgency." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael M. Phillips) Fri, 01 Jul 2005 09:32:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Gift-of-Valor-Audiobook/B002VA8K8Q thebookvoice.com 07:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of Valor Subtitle: A War Story Author: Michael M. Phillips Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Corporal Dunham was on patrol near the Syrian border on April 14, 2004, when a black-clad Iraqi leaped out of a car and grabbed him around his neck. Fighting hand-to-hand in the dirt, Dunham saw his attacker drop a grenade and made the instantaneous decision to place his own helmet over the explosive in the hope of containing the blast and protecting his men. When the smoke cleared, Dunham's helmet was in shreds, and the corporal lay face down in his own blood. The Marines beside him were seriously wounded. Dunham was subsequently nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for military valor. Phillips's minute-by-minute chronicle of the chaotic fighting that raged throughout the area and culminated in Dunham's injury provides a grunt's-eye view of war as it's being fought today: fear, confusion, bravery, and suffering set against a brotherhood forged in combat. His account of Dunham's eight-day journey home and of his parents' heartrending reunion with their son powerfully illustrates the cold brutality of war and the fragile humanity of those who fight it. Dunham leaves an indelible mark upon all who know his story, from the doctors and nurses who treat him, to the readers of the original Wall Street Journal article that told of his singular act of valor. Critic Reviews: "Phillips' nearly shot-by-shot recap of the day's bloody and chaotic combat is one of the most vivid depictions of the American side of the Iraqi insurgency." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of Valor Subtitle: A War Story Author: Michael M. Phillips Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Corporal Dunham was on patrol near the Syrian border on April 14, 2004, when a black-clad Iraqi leaped out of a car and grabbed him around his neck. Fighting hand-to-hand in the dirt, Dunham saw his attacker drop a grenade and made the instantaneous decision to place his own helmet over the explosive in the hope of containing the blast and protecting his men. When the smoke cleared, Dunham's helmet was in shreds, and the corporal lay face down in his own blood. The Marines beside him were seriously wounded. Dunham was subsequently nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for military valor. Phillips's minute-by-minute chronicle of the chaotic fighting that raged throughout the area and culminated in Dunham's injury provides a grunt's-eye view of war as it's being fought today: fear, confusion, bravery, and suffering set against a brotherhood forged in combat. His account of Dunham's eight-day journey home and of his parents' heartrending reunion with their son powerfully illustrates the cold brutality of war and the fragile humanity of those who fight it. Dunham leaves an indelible mark upon all who know his story, from the doctors and nurses who treat him, to the readers of the original Wall Street Journal article that told of his singular act of valor. Critic Reviews: "Phillips' nearly shot-by-shot recap of the day's bloody and chaotic combat is one of the most vivid depictions of the American side of the Iraqi insurgency." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Semper Fi This book exposes the magnificent heartbreak of being a marine in combat. Seen in large part through the eyes (and mouths) of the grunts living through the fog and absurdity of war, the author transports the listener inside a marine squad faced with the horror of the multilation and potential death of its leader. Not for the fainthearted. No doubt combat vets will see themselves in the stories of these men. I did. The Gift of Valor (unabridged) Phillips does an excellent job of taking the reader through the ups and downs of Marine life -- for both the Marine and the family left behind. We get to see the human side of the Marine for a change. To those who have family members serving in Iraq, they will recognize the worry, relief, joy, pride and agony. For others, this book provides a good window into the personal struggles faced by those serving in the military and their families. Good book - bad audio book... Great story. The kind of story every American, especially those who think that we only do harm in this world, should read. The author does a great job of getting you to know the people in the book. So much so that I really had to try hard to keep from Googling them before finishing the book. You feel like you know the Marines, the nurses, the commanders, the mothers and fathers. You want to reach out to them. Tell them that you want to help. Unfortunately, I bought the audio version and I just couldn't get into the narration. Reminded me too much of those educational movies we had to watch in school in the 70's. Buy the book. Read it. Think about it. Think about the Marines, their families, their dedication to this great country. And the next time you are able, walk up to a service man or woman and shake their hand. Thank them for sacrificing so that you don't have to. Buy them lunch if you can. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vietnam-War-Trivia-Book-Fascinating-Facts-and-Interesting-Vietnam-War-Stories-Audiobook/B0788TS9P5 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vietnam War Trivia Book: Fascinating Facts and Interesting Vietnam War Stories Subtitle: Trivia War Books, Book 2 Author: Bill O'Neill, Dwayne Walker Narrator: Derek Newman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-17 Publisher: LAK Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Vietnam War. From the gory photos captured on the ground to the protest songs that soundtracked a generation of rebels and radicals, this 20-year war left a mark on the world thats not going to disappear soon. If you live in the United States (not to mention Vietnam itself), youve probably been affected by the war - whether you know it or not. But do you wish you had answers to some questions about the war? What were the stories behind the iconic pictures? Why did it divide the United States more than any war before or since? Would you like to be able to casually explain an issue or relate a story that would shock or impress the whole room? With the help of this Vietnam War book, you can! In just a few minutes a day, you can be an expert in Vietnam War history and impress both your friends and your history teachers. Each chapter of our trivia book is broken up into 15 bite-size sections. These sections are either interesting stories or clear, simple breakdowns of the Vietnam Wars main issues. Its a pretty complicated war, but unlike most war books, this one will make those difficult issues seem easy and exciting. Every chapter also ends with 20 fascinating facts and five quick questions to test your knowledge. And unlike some Vietnam War books, were not going to overwhelm you with a million dates and names - our Vietnam War stories are guaranteed to both intrigue and educate! Get ready to meet characters from Ho Chi Minh, Vietnams George Washington, to Peter Lemon, drug enthusiast and Medal of Honour winner. Find out what led to the war and why it went so badly. Meet the people in Vietnam who risked their lives and the people in America who stood up against the war. Learn why the Soviet Union stayed away, how a herbicide changed the definition of a war crime, and how Harris Tweed suits saved lives. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bill O'Neill) Thu, 14 Dec 2017 00:33:47 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vietnam-War-Trivia-Book-Fascinating-Facts-and-Interesting-Vietnam-War-Stories-Audiobook/B0788TS9P5 thebookvoice.com 03:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vietnam War Trivia Book: Fascinating Facts and Interesting Vietnam War Stories Subtitle: Trivia War Books, Book 2 Author: Bill O'Neill, Dwayne Walker Narrator: Derek Newman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-17 Publisher: LAK Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Vietnam War. From the gory photos captured on the ground to the protest songs that soundtracked a generation of rebels and radicals, this 20-year war left a mark on the world thats not going to disappear soon. If you live in the United States (not to mention Vietnam itself), youve probably been affected by the war - whether you know it or not. But do you wish you had answers to some questions about the war? What were the stories behind the iconic pictures? Why did it divide the United States more than any war before or since? Would you like to be able to casually explain an issue or relate a story that would shock or impress the whole room? With the help of this Vietnam War book, you can! In just a few minutes a day, you can be an expert in Vietnam War history and impress both your friends and your history teachers. Each chapter of our trivia book is broken up into 15 bite-size sections. These sections are either interesting stories or clear, simple breakdowns of the Vietnam Wars main issues. Its a pretty complicated war, but unlike most war books, this one will make those difficult issues seem easy and exciting. Every chapter also ends with 20 fascinating facts and five quick questions to test your knowledge. And unlike some Vietnam War books, were not going to overwhelm you with a million dates and names - our Vietnam War stories are guaranteed to both intrigue and educate! Get ready to meet characters from Ho Chi Minh, Vietnams George Washington, to Peter Lemon, drug enthusiast and Medal of Honour winner. Find out what led to the war and why it went so badly. Meet the people in Vietnam who risked their lives and the people in America who stood up against the war. Learn why the Soviet Union stayed away, how a herbicide changed the definition of a war crime, and how Harris Tweed suits saved lives. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vietnam War Trivia Book: Fascinating Facts and Interesting Vietnam War Stories Subtitle: Trivia War Books, Book 2 Author: Bill O'Neill, Dwayne Walker Narrator: Derek Newman Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-17 Publisher: LAK Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Vietnam War. From the gory photos captured on the ground to the protest songs that soundtracked a generation of rebels and radicals, this 20-year war left a mark on the world thats not going to disappear soon. If you live in the United States (not to mention Vietnam itself), youve probably been affected by the war - whether you know it or not. But do you wish you had answers to some questions about the war? What were the stories behind the iconic pictures? Why did it divide the United States more than any war before or since? Would you like to be able to casually explain an issue or relate a story that would shock or impress the whole room? With the help of this Vietnam War book, you can! In just a few minutes a day, you can be an expert in Vietnam War history and impress both your friends and your history teachers. Each chapter of our trivia book is broken up into 15 bite-size sections. These sections are either interesting stories or clear, simple breakdowns of the Vietnam Wars main issues. Its a pretty complicated war, but unlike most war books, this one will make those difficult issues seem easy and exciting. Every chapter also ends with 20 fascinating facts and five quick questions to test your knowledge. And unlike some Vietnam War books, were not going to overwhelm you with a million dates and names - our Vietnam War stories are guaranteed to both intrigue and educate! Get ready to meet characters from Ho Chi Minh, Vietnams George Washington, to Peter Lemon, drug enthusiast and Medal of Honour winner. Find out what led to the war and why it went so badly. Meet the people in Vietnam who risked their lives and the people in America who stood up against the war. Learn why the Soviet Union stayed away, how a herbicide changed the definition of a war crime, and how Harris Tweed suits saved lives. Members Reviews: Learn something and have fun Interesting history and overview of the Vietnam War. Lots of fun facts and fun trivia questions. Definitely worth a listen. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review A great overview of the Vietnam War Similar to 'War Trivia Book 1", which covered World War 2, this book gives a overview of the events leading up to the war, the players and politics, the main offensives, the reactions abroad, and the ongoing legacy of the war. It is a great, quick, overview for anyone wanting to get a basic understanding of the Vietnam war. The flow is great, allowing readers to build knowledge as they go. It is clear to see how the Vietnam was became such a schamozzle for the USA. Spread throughout the book there is little trivia and strange facts that, while not required to understand the war, add depth to the history. They are the interesting little pieces that make you want to know more, and that you may not see in other history books. O'Neill includes small revision quizzes at the end of each chapter to test yourself and make sure you have picked up the information contained previously. Narration by Derek Newman is good. Clear and easy to follow, he is well paced. Nothing exciting in the narration but good solid, enjoyable work. I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher. Fascinating History This is a fascinating summary history of the Vietnam War. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Counterinsurgency-Audiobook/B01MUYEQRG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Counterinsurgency Author: David H Petraeus Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Abridged Length: 15 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-17 Publisher: FNH Audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: FNH audio presents a reading of the revolutionary military guide on how to handle and run a counterinsurgency. Gen. David Petraeus saw a need for new updated manual on how to actually wage a counterinsurgency (COIN) conflict, as all existing military manuals were showing their age and out of sync with modern thinking. With experience in Iraq and Afghanistan, he was able to construct the new definitive guide from actual experience and with reference to previous conflicts. Please note, although listed as abridged, the only items left out of this narration are the extensive bibliography, source notes, and glossary. The full text of the book's actual content and appendices is included. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David H Petraeus) Thu, 09 Feb 2017 19:54:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Counterinsurgency-Audiobook/B01MUYEQRG thebookvoice.com 15:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Counterinsurgency Author: David H Petraeus Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Abridged Length: 15 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-17 Publisher: FNH Audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: FNH audio presents a reading of the revolutionary military guide on how to handle and run a counterinsurgency. Gen. David Petraeus saw a need for new updated manual on how to actually wage a counterinsurgency (COIN) conflict, as all existing military manuals were showing their age and out of sync with modern thinking. With experience in Iraq and Afghanistan, he was able to construct the new definitive guide from actual experience and with reference to previous conflicts. Please note, although listed as abridged, the only items left out of this narration are the extensive bibliography, source notes, and glossary. The full text of the book's actual content and appendices is included. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Counterinsurgency Author: David H Petraeus Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Abridged Length: 15 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-17 Publisher: FNH Audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: FNH audio presents a reading of the revolutionary military guide on how to handle and run a counterinsurgency. Gen. David Petraeus saw a need for new updated manual on how to actually wage a counterinsurgency (COIN) conflict, as all existing military manuals were showing their age and out of sync with modern thinking. With experience in Iraq and Afghanistan, he was able to construct the new definitive guide from actual experience and with reference to previous conflicts. Please note, although listed as abridged, the only items left out of this narration are the extensive bibliography, source notes, and glossary. The full text of the book's actual content and appendices is included. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/13-Cent-Killers-Audiobook/B002VA3L4E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 13 Cent Killers Subtitle: The 5th Marine Snipers in Vietnam Author: John J. Culbertson Narrator: L.J. Ganser Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1967, a bullet cost 13 cents, and no one gave Uncle Sam a bigger bang for his buck than the 5th Marine Regiment Sniper Platoon. So feared were these lethal marksmen that the Viet Cong offered huge rewards for killing them. Now noted Vietnam author John J. Culbertson, a former 5th Marine sniper himself, presents the riveting true stories of young Americans who fought with bolt rifles and bounties on their heads during the fiercest combat of the war, from 1967 through the desperate Tet battle for Hue in early '68. In spotter/shooter pairs, sniper teams accompanied battle-hardened Marine rifle companies like the 2/5 on patrols and combat missions. The sniper teams were at the cutting edge in the art of jungle warfare, showing the patience, stealth, combat marksmanship, and raw courage that made the unit the most decorated regimental sniper platoon in the Vietnam War. Harrowing and unforgettable, these accounts pay tribute to the heroes who made the greatest sacrifice of all. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John J. Culbertson) Fri, 14 Mar 2003 05:30:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/13-Cent-Killers-Audiobook/B002VA3L4E thebookvoice.com 02:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 13 Cent Killers Subtitle: The 5th Marine Snipers in Vietnam Author: John J. Culbertson Narrator: L.J. Ganser Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1967, a bullet cost 13 cents, and no one gave Uncle Sam a bigger bang for his buck than the 5th Marine Regiment Sniper Platoon. So feared were these lethal marksmen that the Viet Cong offered huge rewards for killing them. Now noted Vietnam author John J. Culbertson, a former 5th Marine sniper himself, presents the riveting true stories of young Americans who fought with bolt rifles and bounties on their heads during the fiercest combat of the war, from 1967 through the desperate Tet battle for Hue in early '68. In spotter/shooter pairs, sniper teams accompanied battle-hardened Marine rifle companies like the 2/5 on patrols and combat missions. The sniper teams were at the cutting edge in the art of jungle warfare, showing the patience, stealth, combat marksmanship, and raw courage that made the unit the most decorated regimental sniper platoon in the Vietnam War. Harrowing and unforgettable, these accounts pay tribute to the heroes who made the greatest sacrifice of all. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 13 Cent Killers Subtitle: The 5th Marine Snipers in Vietnam Author: John J. Culbertson Narrator: L.J. Ganser Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 120 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1967, a bullet cost 13 cents, and no one gave Uncle Sam a bigger bang for his buck than the 5th Marine Regiment Sniper Platoon. So feared were these lethal marksmen that the Viet Cong offered huge rewards for killing them. Now noted Vietnam author John J. Culbertson, a former 5th Marine sniper himself, presents the riveting true stories of young Americans who fought with bolt rifles and bounties on their heads during the fiercest combat of the war, from 1967 through the desperate Tet battle for Hue in early '68. In spotter/shooter pairs, sniper teams accompanied battle-hardened Marine rifle companies like the 2/5 on patrols and combat missions. The sniper teams were at the cutting edge in the art of jungle warfare, showing the patience, stealth, combat marksmanship, and raw courage that made the unit the most decorated regimental sniper platoon in the Vietnam War. Harrowing and unforgettable, these accounts pay tribute to the heroes who made the greatest sacrifice of all. Members Reviews: Very Interesting This is a good "read." It does take a strange turn, but all in all it has a lot of great info on the subject. OK The story was OK. It was kind of short and in a few places, the sotry conradicted itself. Mostly when talking about weapons and what was being used. However, all in all it was OK. Hard to listen to the whole book. Struggled to finish this book. Very boring. I like to listen to Vietnam books but this one did not keep me entertained. meh this would have been a lot better if it was an entire book instead of just 2 hours https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Future-War-Audiobook/B074VBF67W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Future War Subtitle: Preparing for the New Global Battlefield Author: Robert H. Latiff Narrator: Johnathan McClain Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An urgent, prescient, and expert look at how future technology will change virtually every aspect of war as we know it and how we can respond to the serious national security challenges ahead. Future war is almost here: battles fought in cyberspace, biologically enhanced soldiers, autonomous systems that can process information and strike violently before a human being can blink. A leading expert on the place of technology in war and intelligence, Robert H. Latiff, now teaching at the University of Notre Dame, has spent a career in the military researching and developing new combat technologies, observing the cost of our unquestioning embrace of innovation. At its best, advanced technology acts faster than ever to save the lives of soldiers; at its worst, the deployment of insufficiently considered new technology can have devastating unintended or long-term consequences. The question of whether we can is followed, all too infrequently, by the question of whether we should. In Future War, Latiff maps out the changing ways of war and the weapons technologies we will use to fight them, seeking to describe the ramifications of those changes and what it will mean in the future to be a soldier. He also recognizes that the fortunes of a nation are inextricably linked with its national defense and how its citizens understand the importance of when, how, and according to what rules we fight. What will war mean to the average American? Are our leaders sufficiently sensitized to the implications of the new ways of fighting? How are the attitudes of individuals and civilian institutions shaped by the wars we fight and the means we use to fight them? And, of key importance: How will soldiers themselves think about war and their roles within it? The evolving, complex world of conflict and technology demands that we pay more attention to the issues that will confront us before it is too late to control them. Decrying what he describes as a "broken" relationship between the military and the public it serves, Latiff issues a bold wake-up call to military planners and weapons technologists, decision makers, and the nation as a whole as we prepare for a very different future. Critic Reviews: "A cautionary and chilling consideration of how wars will be conducted in the near future." (Booklist) "A thoughtful and thought-provoking book that addresses a range of political and sociological issues beyond what the title Future War infers. It comports with the highest tradition of 'truth to power'. A compelling book." (Honorable James R. Clapper, former US director of national intelligence) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert H. Latiff) Tue, 26 Sep 2017 05:13:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Future-War-Audiobook/B074VBF67W thebookvoice.com 04:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Future War Subtitle: Preparing for the New Global Battlefield Author: Robert H. Latiff Narrator: Johnathan McClain Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An urgent, prescient, and expert look at how future technology will change virtually every aspect of war as we know it and how we can respond to the serious national security challenges ahead. Future war is almost here: battles fought in cyberspace, biologically enhanced soldiers, autonomous systems that can process information and strike violently before a human being can blink. A leading expert on the place of technology in war and intelligence, Robert H. Latiff, now teaching at the University of Notre Dame, has spent a career in the military researching and developing new combat technologies, observing the cost of our unquestioning embrace of innovation. At its best, advanced technology acts faster than ever to save the lives of soldiers; at its worst, the deployment of insufficiently considered new technology can have devastating unintended or long-term consequences. The question of whether we can is followed, all too infrequently, by the question of whether we should. In Future War, Latiff maps out the changing ways of war and the weapons technologies we will use to fight them, seeking to describe the ramifications of those changes and what it will mean in the future to be a soldier. He also recognizes that the fortunes of a nation are inextricably linked with its national defense and how its citizens understand the importance of when, how, and according to what rules we fight. What will war mean to the average American? Are our leaders sufficiently sensitized to the implications of the new ways of fighting? How are the attitudes of individuals and civilian institutions shaped by the wars we fight and the means we use to fight them? And, of key importance: How will soldiers themselves think about war and their roles within it? The evolving, complex world of conflict and technology demands that we pay more attention to the issues that will confront us before it is too late to control them. Decrying what he describes as a "broken" relationship between the military and the public it serves, Latiff issues a bold wake-up call to military planners and weapons technologists, decision makers, and the nation as a whole as we prepare for a very different future. Critic Reviews: "A cautionary and chilling consideration of how wars will be conducted in the near future." (Booklist) "A thoughtful and thought-provoking book that addresses a range of political and sociological issues beyond what the title Future War infers. It comports with the highest tradition of 'truth to power'. A compelling book." (Honorable James R. Clapper, former US director of national intelligence) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Future War Subtitle: Preparing for the New Global Battlefield Author: Robert H. Latiff Narrator: Johnathan McClain Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An urgent, prescient, and expert look at how future technology will change virtually every aspect of war as we know it and how we can respond to the serious national security challenges ahead. Future war is almost here: battles fought in cyberspace, biologically enhanced soldiers, autonomous systems that can process information and strike violently before a human being can blink. A leading expert on the place of technology in war and intelligence, Robert H. Latiff, now teaching at the University of Notre Dame, has spent a career in the military researching and developing new combat technologies, observing the cost of our unquestioning embrace of innovation. At its best, advanced technology acts faster than ever to save the lives of soldiers; at its worst, the deployment of insufficiently considered new technology can have devastating unintended or long-term consequences. The question of whether we can is followed, all too infrequently, by the question of whether we should. In Future War, Latiff maps out the changing ways of war and the weapons technologies we will use to fight them, seeking to describe the ramifications of those changes and what it will mean in the future to be a soldier. He also recognizes that the fortunes of a nation are inextricably linked with its national defense and how its citizens understand the importance of when, how, and according to what rules we fight. What will war mean to the average American? Are our leaders sufficiently sensitized to the implications of the new ways of fighting? How are the attitudes of individuals and civilian institutions shaped by the wars we fight and the means we use to fight them? And, of key importance: How will soldiers themselves think about war and their roles within it? The evolving, complex world of conflict and technology demands that we pay more attention to the issues that will confront us before it is too late to control them. Decrying what he describes as a "broken" relationship between the military and the public it serves, Latiff issues a bold wake-up call to military planners and weapons technologists, decision makers, and the nation as a whole as we prepare for a very different future. Critic Reviews: "A cautionary and chilling consideration of how wars will be conducted in the near future." (Booklist) "A thoughtful and thought-provoking book that addresses a range of political and sociological issues beyond what the title Future War infers. It comports with the highest tradition of 'truth to power'. A compelling book." (Honorable James R. Clapper, former US director of national intelligence) Members Reviews: Lacking content The actual content wasn't even an article in wired magazine, most of the authors efforts are more about moralizing the use of weapons that don't yet exist and though listed are poorly defined. A scathing critique is leveled at America yet no one else , It was more of a liberal rant in a coffee shop than using deductive reasoning as to how said technology I'll impact the battle space, solid Monday morning quarterbacking on the Iraq war which has never been done..... Future defense policy and how it relates to govmnt Good discussion of national issues relating to defense and some discussion in the early chapters of developing technologies. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Intelligence-in-War-Audiobook/B002UUKQCA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Intelligence in War Subtitle: Knowledge of the Enemy from Napoleon to Al-Qaeda Author: John Keegan Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Keegan brings to life the split-second decisions that went into waging war before the benefit of aerial surveillance and electronic communications. The English admiral Horatio Nelson was hot on the heels of Napoleon's fleet in the Mediterranean and never knew it, while Stonewall Jackson was able to compensate for the Confederacy's disadvantage in firearms and manpower with detailed maps of the Appalachians. In the past century, espionage and decryption have changed the face of battle. Timely information, however, is only the beginning of the surprising and disturbing aspects of decisions that are made in war, where brute force is often more critical. Intelligence in War is a thought-provoking work that ranks among John Keegan's finest achievements. Critic Reviews: "The author is the most popular, and perhaps the best, contemporary writer of military history." (Booklist) "His case histories offer enough revelations and drama to satisfy any espionage buff....Keegan is always a pleasure to read for his wit, insight, and style." (The New York Times Book Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Keegan) Fri, 07 Nov 2003 09:47:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Intelligence-in-War-Audiobook/B002UUKQCA thebookvoice.com 09:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Intelligence in War Subtitle: Knowledge of the Enemy from Napoleon to Al-Qaeda Author: John Keegan Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Keegan brings to life the split-second decisions that went into waging war before the benefit of aerial surveillance and electronic communications. The English admiral Horatio Nelson was hot on the heels of Napoleon's fleet in the Mediterranean and never knew it, while Stonewall Jackson was able to compensate for the Confederacy's disadvantage in firearms and manpower with detailed maps of the Appalachians. In the past century, espionage and decryption have changed the face of battle. Timely information, however, is only the beginning of the surprising and disturbing aspects of decisions that are made in war, where brute force is often more critical. Intelligence in War is a thought-provoking work that ranks among John Keegan's finest achievements. Critic Reviews: "The author is the most popular, and perhaps the best, contemporary writer of military history." (Booklist) "His case histories offer enough revelations and drama to satisfy any espionage buff....Keegan is always a pleasure to read for his wit, insight, and style." (The New York Times Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Intelligence in War Subtitle: Knowledge of the Enemy from Napoleon to Al-Qaeda Author: John Keegan Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-03 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Keegan brings to life the split-second decisions that went into waging war before the benefit of aerial surveillance and electronic communications. The English admiral Horatio Nelson was hot on the heels of Napoleon's fleet in the Mediterranean and never knew it, while Stonewall Jackson was able to compensate for the Confederacy's disadvantage in firearms and manpower with detailed maps of the Appalachians. In the past century, espionage and decryption have changed the face of battle. Timely information, however, is only the beginning of the surprising and disturbing aspects of decisions that are made in war, where brute force is often more critical. Intelligence in War is a thought-provoking work that ranks among John Keegan's finest achievements. Critic Reviews: "The author is the most popular, and perhaps the best, contemporary writer of military history." (Booklist) "His case histories offer enough revelations and drama to satisfy any espionage buff....Keegan is always a pleasure to read for his wit, insight, and style." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Classic Keegan This book contains a great deal of data that allows the reader to get into the head of the commander and understand the intelligence problem from that unique perspective. Keegan uses his vast knowledge of military history and military command to put into perspective what intelligence can and cannot do. This is not a spy novel but a serious and effective discussion of a very topical problem. Great stuff Very entertaining and informative, especially if you're a history buff. Puts a different spin on famous historical events. Great insight on the value of intelligence... Very interesting historical perspective. I happened to be listening to this book when UBL had been killed. It was quite interesting to see how things went down and how the intelligence was gathered, passed, read and acted upon. This book goes along books as The Art of War and The Prince. So So This was interesting subject matter my problem was I would have liked it not to cover so much British and WWII subject matter. It would have been better for me if it would have covered more of the earlier and latter time periods of its title. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Gift-of-Valor-Audiobook/B002V8HMJ6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of Valor Subtitle: A War Story Author: Michael M. Phillips Narrator: John Bedford Lloyd Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-27-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Corporal Dunham was on patrol near the Syrian border on April 14, 2004, when a black-clad Iraqi leaped out of a car and grabbed him around his neck. Fighting hand-to-hand in the dirt, Dunham saw his attacker drop a grenade and made the instantaneous decision to place his own helmet over the explosive in the hope of containing the blast and protecting his men. When the smoke cleared, Dunham's helmet was in shreds, and the corporal lay face down in his own blood. The Marines beside him were seriously wounded. Dunham was subsequently nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for military valor. Phillips's minute-by-minute chronicle of the chaotic fighting that raged throughout the area and culminated in Dunham's injury provides a grunt's-eye view of war as it's being fought today; fear, confusion, bravery, and suffering set against a brotherhood forged in combat. His account of Dunham's eight-day journey home and of his parents' heartrending reunion with their son powerfully illustrates the cold brutality of war and the fragile humanity of those who fight it. Dunham leaves an indelible mark upon all who know his story, from the doctors and nurses who treat him, to the readers of the original Wall Street Journal article that told of his singular act of valor. Critic Reviews: "Phillips' nearly shot-by-shot recap of the day's bloody and chaotic combat is one of the most vivid depictions of the American side of the Iraqi insurgency." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael M. Phillips) Fri, 27 May 2005 05:56:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Gift-of-Valor-Audiobook/B002V8HMJ6 thebookvoice.com 04:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of Valor Subtitle: A War Story Author: Michael M. Phillips Narrator: John Bedford Lloyd Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-27-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Corporal Dunham was on patrol near the Syrian border on April 14, 2004, when a black-clad Iraqi leaped out of a car and grabbed him around his neck. Fighting hand-to-hand in the dirt, Dunham saw his attacker drop a grenade and made the instantaneous decision to place his own helmet over the explosive in the hope of containing the blast and protecting his men. When the smoke cleared, Dunham's helmet was in shreds, and the corporal lay face down in his own blood. The Marines beside him were seriously wounded. Dunham was subsequently nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for military valor. Phillips's minute-by-minute chronicle of the chaotic fighting that raged throughout the area and culminated in Dunham's injury provides a grunt's-eye view of war as it's being fought today; fear, confusion, bravery, and suffering set against a brotherhood forged in combat. His account of Dunham's eight-day journey home and of his parents' heartrending reunion with their son powerfully illustrates the cold brutality of war and the fragile humanity of those who fight it. Dunham leaves an indelible mark upon all who know his story, from the doctors and nurses who treat him, to the readers of the original Wall Street Journal article that told of his singular act of valor. Critic Reviews: "Phillips' nearly shot-by-shot recap of the day's bloody and chaotic combat is one of the most vivid depictions of the American side of the Iraqi insurgency." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of Valor Subtitle: A War Story Author: Michael M. Phillips Narrator: John Bedford Lloyd Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-27-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Corporal Dunham was on patrol near the Syrian border on April 14, 2004, when a black-clad Iraqi leaped out of a car and grabbed him around his neck. Fighting hand-to-hand in the dirt, Dunham saw his attacker drop a grenade and made the instantaneous decision to place his own helmet over the explosive in the hope of containing the blast and protecting his men. When the smoke cleared, Dunham's helmet was in shreds, and the corporal lay face down in his own blood. The Marines beside him were seriously wounded. Dunham was subsequently nominated for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest award for military valor. Phillips's minute-by-minute chronicle of the chaotic fighting that raged throughout the area and culminated in Dunham's injury provides a grunt's-eye view of war as it's being fought today; fear, confusion, bravery, and suffering set against a brotherhood forged in combat. His account of Dunham's eight-day journey home and of his parents' heartrending reunion with their son powerfully illustrates the cold brutality of war and the fragile humanity of those who fight it. Dunham leaves an indelible mark upon all who know his story, from the doctors and nurses who treat him, to the readers of the original Wall Street Journal article that told of his singular act of valor. Critic Reviews: "Phillips' nearly shot-by-shot recap of the day's bloody and chaotic combat is one of the most vivid depictions of the American side of the Iraqi insurgency." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Very Moving In my opinion this is an award winner. It is a heroic story, well written and very moving. This book made me think of the sacrafices being made every day by the young people of todays Military. Its a tear jerker and easly becomes a movie in your mind when listening to it. If you download this, put some time away for yourself because you wont be able to stop listening. True Heroism, Above and Beyond This is the story of an American kid who gets it in his mind to join the Marines and test his own mettle. From there, he becomes a true hero and achieves honor, recognition and standing among his peers, themselves members of an elite. Issues of the politics of the war aside, this is an incredibly moving account of men at war. We see Corporal Dunham exhibiting a model of personal leadership that is distinct from the brute force command style championed by a rival in his platoon. Dunham leads along side his men, earning their trust and affection to the point that his men *wanted* to do what he instructed them to do. Dunham was such a sacrificial leader that when an enemy grenade threatened the safety of his men, he took the blow himself and saved their lives. This story was not only fascinating, but inspiring and moving. I found myself choking back tears at several points in the story. Powerfully written, deeply detailed, and striking to the core. Maybe the finest personal war story that I've read. Semper Fi and rest in peace, Cpl. Jason Dunham. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Wanat-Audiobook/B071HQR6KT Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wanat Author: Combat Studies Institute Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-17 Publisher: FNH audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On 13 July 2008, nine American Soldiers perished while fighting a pitched battle in the village of Wanat in Afghanistan's Waygal Valley. On that day the men of Company C, 2d Battalion, 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, endured four hours of intense close-quarters combat and mounting casualties. The contingent of 49 United States and 24 Afghan National Army Soldiers valiantly defended their small outpost against a coordinated attack by a determined insurgent force armed with rocket-propelled grenades and automatic weapons. This audiobook narrates the Combat Studies Institute's historical and tactical analysis of the combat and its environment. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Combat Studies Institute) Fri, 12 May 2017 22:36:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Wanat-Audiobook/B071HQR6KT thebookvoice.com 08:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wanat Author: Combat Studies Institute Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-17 Publisher: FNH audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On 13 July 2008, nine American Soldiers perished while fighting a pitched battle in the village of Wanat in Afghanistan's Waygal Valley. On that day the men of Company C, 2d Battalion, 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, endured four hours of intense close-quarters combat and mounting casualties. The contingent of 49 United States and 24 Afghan National Army Soldiers valiantly defended their small outpost against a coordinated attack by a determined insurgent force armed with rocket-propelled grenades and automatic weapons. This audiobook narrates the Combat Studies Institute's historical and tactical analysis of the combat and its environment. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wanat Author: Combat Studies Institute Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-17 Publisher: FNH audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On 13 July 2008, nine American Soldiers perished while fighting a pitched battle in the village of Wanat in Afghanistan's Waygal Valley. On that day the men of Company C, 2d Battalion, 503d Parachute Infantry Regiment, endured four hours of intense close-quarters combat and mounting casualties. The contingent of 49 United States and 24 Afghan National Army Soldiers valiantly defended their small outpost against a coordinated attack by a determined insurgent force armed with rocket-propelled grenades and automatic weapons. This audiobook narrates the Combat Studies Institute's historical and tactical analysis of the combat and its environment. Members Reviews: A well written, comprehensive look at a bloody battle It has been over 9 years since the battle of Wanat occurred, and with the exception of "The Chosen Few" published earlier this year, this 2010 study by the military is the only book on the battle of Wanat. Currently Wanat is the most popular battle to be virtually toured and studied by ROTC training. This book is divided into four chapters, with the first looking at the history of Afghanistan and the region where the battle would be fought, as well as Taliban and other insurgent groups operating in the area. Chapter 2 deals with Chosen Company's 2007 tour in Afghanistan and the setting up of a base at the town of Wanat. The Americans were warned by local Afghans an attack would occur soon, but was mostly dismissed by the company leaders. One wonders if the battle would have been so costly if the base had been better prepared for an attack. Chapter 3 covers the actual battle of July 13, 2008 itself in an excellent and readable chapter. The battle lasted about three hours and began with a Taliban pre-dawn attack on the U.S. forces. Given the tactics used by both the Taliban and Americans, it was not hard for me to find similarities between Wanat and other famous battles such as Khe Sanh or the Alamo. While the Taliban inflicted heavy casualties on the Americans and almost overrun the base, in the end U.S. reinforcements and air support drove them off. Chapter 4 deals with the aftermath of the battle, and discussing why U.S. losses were so heavy, as well as the significance of the battle in regards to the rest of the war. Wanat was a tough and bloody fight, with 9 Americans being killed and 27 wounded out of a total force of less than 50 men. Taliban losses were unknown but no doubt much higher. Other battles with similar tactics being used by insurgents would be fought the next year at Kamdesh and Ganjgal, with once again heavy U.S. losses being suffered. For those who have an interest in the War in Afghanistan I would highly recommend this book. An action report. 173rd airborne chosen company. The Korangal valley was the hottest area in Afghanistan in 20007/8. I wanted to read this because my son was deployed with Battle company during this time. This is more than just a summary of just one action, it shows an overview of the whole action in Afghanistan. The words run together. It's repetitive, and a large amount is reference. But it is extremely informative. Kindle version needs work I have the Kindle version and soooooo many words run together. Some of the worst editing I have ever seen and it kinda derails what was an important military event. I know one soldier who was there and the way this e-version was formatted is a slap in the face of every Sky Soldier on the ground that day. I hope the print version is not the same. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Raid-on-the-Sun-Audiobook/B002V8MZC0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raid on the Sun Subtitle: Inside Israel's Secret Campaign that Denied Saddam the Bomb Author: Rodger W. Claire Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-04 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 186 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Written with the full and exclusive cooperation of the Israeli Air Force high command, General Ivry (ret.), and all of the eight mission pilots (including Ilan Ramon, who became Israel's first astronaut and tragically perished in the shuttle Columbia disaster), Raid On the Sun tells the extraordinary story of how Israel plotted the unthinkable: defying its U.S. and European allies to eliminate Iraq's nuclear threat. In the tradition of Black Hawk Down, journalist Rodger Claire re-creates a gripping tale of personal sacrifice and survival, of young pilots who trained in America on the then-new, radically sophisticated F-16 fighter-bombers, then faced a nearly insurmountable challenge: how to fly the 1,000-plus-kilometer mission to Baghdad and back on one tank of fuel; he recounts Israeli intelligence's incredible "black ops" to sabotage construction on the French reactor and eliminate Iraqi nuclear scientists; and he gives readers a pilot's-eye view of the action on June 7, 1981, when the planes roared off a runway on the Sinai Peninsula for the first successful destruction of a nuclear reactor in history. Critic Reviews: "A stunning eye-opener, shocking you with the realization of the enormous service the Israeli Air Force rendered the free world with its 1981 attack on Saddam Hussein's nuclear facility. Claire went right to the source, the Israeli pilots who flew the mission, to tell in colorful detail the full story of this historic strike. (Walter Boyne, author of Operation Iraqi Freedom: What Went Right, What Went Wrong and Why) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rodger W. Claire) Fri, 09 Apr 2004 17:36:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Raid-on-the-Sun-Audiobook/B002V8MZC0 thebookvoice.com 05:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raid on the Sun Subtitle: Inside Israel's Secret Campaign that Denied Saddam the Bomb Author: Rodger W. Claire Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-04 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 186 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Written with the full and exclusive cooperation of the Israeli Air Force high command, General Ivry (ret.), and all of the eight mission pilots (including Ilan Ramon, who became Israel's first astronaut and tragically perished in the shuttle Columbia disaster), Raid On the Sun tells the extraordinary story of how Israel plotted the unthinkable: defying its U.S. and European allies to eliminate Iraq's nuclear threat. In the tradition of Black Hawk Down, journalist Rodger Claire re-creates a gripping tale of personal sacrifice and survival, of young pilots who trained in America on the then-new, radically sophisticated F-16 fighter-bombers, then faced a nearly insurmountable challenge: how to fly the 1,000-plus-kilometer mission to Baghdad and back on one tank of fuel; he recounts Israeli intelligence's incredible "black ops" to sabotage construction on the French reactor and eliminate Iraqi nuclear scientists; and he gives readers a pilot's-eye view of the action on June 7, 1981, when the planes roared off a runway on the Sinai Peninsula for the first successful destruction of a nuclear reactor in history. Critic Reviews: "A stunning eye-opener, shocking you with the realization of the enormous service the Israeli Air Force rendered the free world with its 1981 attack on Saddam Hussein's nuclear facility. Claire went right to the source, the Israeli pilots who flew the mission, to tell in colorful detail the full story of this historic strike. (Walter Boyne, author of Operation Iraqi Freedom: What Went Right, What Went Wrong and Why) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raid on the Sun Subtitle: Inside Israel's Secret Campaign that Denied Saddam the Bomb Author: Rodger W. Claire Narrator: Adam Grupper Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-04 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 186 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Written with the full and exclusive cooperation of the Israeli Air Force high command, General Ivry (ret.), and all of the eight mission pilots (including Ilan Ramon, who became Israel's first astronaut and tragically perished in the shuttle Columbia disaster), Raid On the Sun tells the extraordinary story of how Israel plotted the unthinkable: defying its U.S. and European allies to eliminate Iraq's nuclear threat. In the tradition of Black Hawk Down, journalist Rodger Claire re-creates a gripping tale of personal sacrifice and survival, of young pilots who trained in America on the then-new, radically sophisticated F-16 fighter-bombers, then faced a nearly insurmountable challenge: how to fly the 1,000-plus-kilometer mission to Baghdad and back on one tank of fuel; he recounts Israeli intelligence's incredible "black ops" to sabotage construction on the French reactor and eliminate Iraqi nuclear scientists; and he gives readers a pilot's-eye view of the action on June 7, 1981, when the planes roared off a runway on the Sinai Peninsula for the first successful destruction of a nuclear reactor in history. Critic Reviews: "A stunning eye-opener, shocking you with the realization of the enormous service the Israeli Air Force rendered the free world with its 1981 attack on Saddam Hussein's nuclear facility. Claire went right to the source, the Israeli pilots who flew the mission, to tell in colorful detail the full story of this historic strike. (Walter Boyne, author of Operation Iraqi Freedom: What Went Right, What Went Wrong and Why) Members Reviews: A real thriller The book was too short. I wanted another two or three hours with more details about the mission and the pilots' lives. I felt like I was flying with the pilots as they flew the mission. Give us the unabridged version. Absolutely fascinating I knew very little about the destruction of the nuclear station Osiraq but this book brought history to life. The Israeli's didn't want to take a chance with their security and took matter into their own hands. It was incredible to understand the intelligence and chain of command and desperation involved in these maneuvers. What I really didn't know till after listening to this book was that Ilan Ramon who was one of the pilots on this mission was one in the same as the Ilan Ramon that was killed in Space Shuttle Columbia in Feb/03. The description of each of the men and their superiors who were involved in this very delicate operation was truly enlightening. It was hard to put the ipod down. The narrator Adam Grupper read very well too. I came across this book because I was looking for something he read after I heard him read The Lincoln Lawyer. Although he didn't need to use different accents in this book, he reads with conviction and excitment in his voice. This book was an excellent retelling of history. A must listen! Historical techno-thriller This has been my favorite audible book. It has historical detail, adventure, technical details and has excellent narration and sound quality. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Modern-Warfare-Intelligence-and-Deterrence-The-Technologies-That-Are-Transforming-Them-Audiobook/B00E42PTS8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Modern Warfare, Intelligence and Deterrence: The Technologies That Are Transforming Them Subtitle: The Economist Author: Benjamin Sutherland Narrator: Chistopher Oxford Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: For those who want to be smart about our ability to wage war and to protect ourselves - and where much of the world's billions of dollars on defence spending goes. The Panzerfaust-3, a German shoulder-fired heat-seeking antitank missile, can punch through a metre of solid steel-far more than any armoured vehicle could carry. The MPR-500, an Israeli precision bomb, can hammer through several storeys of a building and explode on a chosen floor. These and myriad other military and intelligences technologies are changing the world. This Economist book describes these emerging technologies and places them in the larger context of today's politics, diplomacy, business and social issues. It shows how efforts to win wars or keep the peace are driving enormous and multifold technological advances. Broadly speaking, defence technologies will continue to provide enormous advantages to advanced, Western armed forces. The book is organised into five parts: "Land and Sea"; "Air and Space"; "The Computer Factor"; "Intelligence and Spycraft"; and "The Road Ahead", which examines the coming challenges for western armies, such as new wars against insurgents operating out of civilian areas. Comprising a selection of the best writing on the subject from The Economist, each part has an introduction linking the technological developments to political, diplomatic, business and other civilian matters. For anyone who wants to know just how smart the global war, defence and intelligence machine is, this will be revealing and fascinating reading. Editorial Reviews: The pace of technological development moves quickly, so how to stay current? One option is the comprehensive Modern Warfare, a collection of articles about defense technology that were originally printed in the Economist. In clear, sedate tones, narrator Christopher Oxford presents an overview of everything from drone warfare to the evolution of war in cyberspace. The result is a primer on the power of technology to alter the ways we wage war, and an exploration of the potential ethical ramifications. Listeners interested in the defense sector, or in technology in general, will find this exhaustive catalogue of developments highly intriguing. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Benjamin Sutherland) Fri, 02 Aug 2013 06:04:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Modern-Warfare-Intelligence-and-Deterrence-The-Technologies-That-Are-Transforming-Them-Audiobook/B00E42PTS8 thebookvoice.com 11:35:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Modern Warfare, Intelligence and Deterrence: The Technologies That Are Transforming Them Subtitle: The Economist Author: Benjamin Sutherland Narrator: Chistopher Oxford Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: For those who want to be smart about our ability to wage war and to protect ourselves - and where much of the world's billions of dollars on defence spending goes. The Panzerfaust-3, a German shoulder-fired heat-seeking antitank missile, can punch through a metre of solid steel-far more than any armoured vehicle could carry. The MPR-500, an Israeli precision bomb, can hammer through several storeys of a building and explode on a chosen floor. These and myriad other military and intelligences technologies are changing the world. This Economist book describes these emerging technologies and places them in the larger context of today's politics, diplomacy, business and social issues. It shows how efforts to win wars or keep the peace are driving enormous and multifold technological advances. Broadly speaking, defence technologies will continue to provide enormous advantages to advanced, Western armed forces. The book is organised into five parts: "Land and Sea"; "Air and Space"; "The Computer Factor"; "Intelligence and Spycraft"; and "The Road Ahead", which examines the coming challenges for western armies, such as new wars against insurgents operating out of civilian areas. Comprising a selection of the best writing on the subject from The Economist, each part has an introduction linking the technological developments to political, diplomatic, business and other civilian matters. For anyone who wants to know just how smart the global war, defence and intelligence machine is, this will be revealing and fascinating reading. Editorial Reviews: The pace of technological development moves quickly, so how to stay current? One option is the comprehensive Modern Warfare, a collection of articles about defense technology that were originally printed in the Economist. In clear, sedate tones, narrator Christopher Oxford presents an overview of everything from drone warfare to the evolution of war in cyberspace. The result is a primer on the power of technology to alter the ways we wage war, and an exploration of the potential ethical ramifications. Listeners interested in the defense sector, or in technology in general, will find this exhaustive catalogue of developments highly intriguing. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Modern Warfare, Intelligence and Deterrence: The Technologies That Are Transforming Them Subtitle: The Economist Author: Benjamin Sutherland Narrator: Chistopher Oxford Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: For those who want to be smart about our ability to wage war and to protect ourselves - and where much of the world's billions of dollars on defence spending goes. The Panzerfaust-3, a German shoulder-fired heat-seeking antitank missile, can punch through a metre of solid steel-far more than any armoured vehicle could carry. The MPR-500, an Israeli precision bomb, can hammer through several storeys of a building and explode on a chosen floor. These and myriad other military and intelligences technologies are changing the world. This Economist book describes these emerging technologies and places them in the larger context of today's politics, diplomacy, business and social issues. It shows how efforts to win wars or keep the peace are driving enormous and multifold technological advances. Broadly speaking, defence technologies will continue to provide enormous advantages to advanced, Western armed forces. The book is organised into five parts: "Land and Sea"; "Air and Space"; "The Computer Factor"; "Intelligence and Spycraft"; and "The Road Ahead", which examines the coming challenges for western armies, such as new wars against insurgents operating out of civilian areas. Comprising a selection of the best writing on the subject from The Economist, each part has an introduction linking the technological developments to political, diplomatic, business and other civilian matters. For anyone who wants to know just how smart the global war, defence and intelligence machine is, this will be revealing and fascinating reading. Editorial Reviews: The pace of technological development moves quickly, so how to stay current? One option is the comprehensive Modern Warfare, a collection of articles about defense technology that were originally printed in the Economist. In clear, sedate tones, narrator Christopher Oxford presents an overview of everything from drone warfare to the evolution of war in cyberspace. The result is a primer on the power of technology to alter the ways we wage war, and an exploration of the potential ethical ramifications. Listeners interested in the defense sector, or in technology in general, will find this exhaustive catalogue of developments highly intriguing. Members Reviews: Outdated material Would you try another book from Benjamin Sutherland and/or Chistopher Oxford? No Would you ever listen to anything by Benjamin Sutherland again? No What does Chistopher Oxford bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? He was fine....the material was the outdated info was the problem What character would you cut from Modern Warfare, Intelligence and Deterrence: The Technologies That Are Transforming Them? N/A Any additional comments? The book was simply a reprint of OLD articles on "modern" warefare. The information was from 4 to 7 years old. When writing about "current" warfare the book being sold should be "current". Best Way To Be Informed The best way to be informed on a subject is to research multiple perspectives on the same subject & that's exactly what this presentation accomplishes with numerous articles by various authors. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Silence-on-Monte-Sole-Audiobook/B00SC61VTI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silence on Monte Sole Author: Jack Olsen Narrator: Edoardo Camponeschi Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-15 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Monte Sole--Mountain of the Sun--had the bad luck to lie on the main route of withdrawal of the retreating German armies in autumn 1944. As the Allied advance stormed up Italy to the very shadow of Monte Sole, Axis frustration over their retreat and the harassing Italian partisans reached its peak. With full authorization of Field Marshall Albert Kesselring, and with an infusion of dread SS reinforcements, the Germans determined to neutralize Monte Sole. The result was, in Kesselring's chilling words, "a war operation". Jack Olsen re-creates the unspeakable three-day butchery of innocent Italian civilians that ranked among the blackest atrocities in the history of man's inhumanities to man. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jack Olsen) Wed, 21 Jan 2015 01:04:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Silence-on-Monte-Sole-Audiobook/B00SC61VTI thebookvoice.com 15:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silence on Monte Sole Author: Jack Olsen Narrator: Edoardo Camponeschi Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-15 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Monte Sole--Mountain of the Sun--had the bad luck to lie on the main route of withdrawal of the retreating German armies in autumn 1944. As the Allied advance stormed up Italy to the very shadow of Monte Sole, Axis frustration over their retreat and the harassing Italian partisans reached its peak. With full authorization of Field Marshall Albert Kesselring, and with an infusion of dread SS reinforcements, the Germans determined to neutralize Monte Sole. The result was, in Kesselring's chilling words, "a war operation". Jack Olsen re-creates the unspeakable three-day butchery of innocent Italian civilians that ranked among the blackest atrocities in the history of man's inhumanities to man. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silence on Monte Sole Author: Jack Olsen Narrator: Edoardo Camponeschi Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-15 Publisher: Crime Rant Classics and Notorious USA Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Monte Sole--Mountain of the Sun--had the bad luck to lie on the main route of withdrawal of the retreating German armies in autumn 1944. As the Allied advance stormed up Italy to the very shadow of Monte Sole, Axis frustration over their retreat and the harassing Italian partisans reached its peak. With full authorization of Field Marshall Albert Kesselring, and with an infusion of dread SS reinforcements, the Germans determined to neutralize Monte Sole. The result was, in Kesselring's chilling words, "a war operation". Jack Olsen re-creates the unspeakable three-day butchery of innocent Italian civilians that ranked among the blackest atrocities in the history of man's inhumanities to man. Members Reviews: The most Interesting book ever It Went Beyond expectations My grandparent were in the story and I had no idea. It blew me away. I want to find the italian translation so my parents in Italy can read it. It is a story not taught in school in Italy and that is wrong. ZZZZ...zzzz.........plus icky narration. Is there anything you would change about this book? The narrator did not sound like English is his first language. Most likely Italian, sounds a little French in places. I found this language issue VERY distracting! I was far more involved mentally with processing the words and sentences, than in drawing up the mental pictures that I normally do in response to the narration, to the point where I was having some difficulty in following the action. So, the narration is the first thing I would change. Should be an excellent English speaker. I understand that the story takes place in WW2 Italy and concerns peasant people who lived rural, isolated lives during that time, and the objective was no doubt to bring more reality to the listener. But to me, the technique of using a narrator who barely speaks English just does not work. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? I found the story very boring! It seemed to take umpteen chapters just to set the stage. I had to follow the characters through their daily, and seasonal, routines, including detail on their clothing and diet, etc., as well as all about each person's ancestors and land ownership, the marrying and intermarrying of everyone... this seemed to go on forever. Way to relax the listener to the state of deep slumber even before the first action started. I gritted my teeth and stuck with it, because I am greatly interested in the war stories of WW2 and it seems they are always fascinating. But I am now well into the give-and-take between the Italians and Germans and I have not been able to figure out if I am IN THE ACTION PART YET, or not! Seems if I am not drawn into the action yet at this point, then I cannot see where it is going to occur in the last half of the book.On the other hand, I can't really tell whether it is just the narration that is spoiling this book for me, and if possibly with another narrator, the story itself actually is being well told. To me, this is another example of trying to make some kind of stage play out of a book that was written to be consumed by a reader. When narrators attempt acting out each character's part, or in this case mucking up the entire story from page 1 to the end, with this very "colorful", thick and difficult to understand (at times) style of speaking, it cannot turn out well. And the reason is: THE BOOK WAS WRITTEN TO BE READ, NOT ACTED. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Imperial-Grunts-Audiobook/B002VA3BTE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Grunts Subtitle: The American Military on the Ground Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: John H. Mayer Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 177 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Given unprecedented access, Kaplan takes us from the jungles of the southern Philippines to the glacial dust bowls of Mongolia, from the forts of Afghanistan to the forests of South America, not to mention Iraq, to show us Army Special Forces, Marines, and other uniformed Americans carrying out the many facets of U.S. foreign policy: negotiating with tribal factions, storming terrorist redoubts, performing humanitarian missions, and training foreign soldiers. In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan provides an unforgettable insider's account not only of our current involvement in world affairs, but also of where America, including the culture of its officers and enlisted men, is headed. This is the rare book that has the potential to change the way readers view the men and women of the military, war, and the global reach of American imperialism today. Never before has America's overarching military strategy been parsed so incisively and evocatively. Kaplan introduces us to lone American servicemen whose presence in obscure countries is largely unknown, and concludes with a heart-stopping portrait of marines in the first battle in Fallujah. Extraordinary in its scope, beautifully written, Imperial Grunts combines first-rate reporting with the sensitivity and insights of an acclaimed writer steeped in history, literature, and philosophy, to deliver a masterly account of America's global role in the twenty-first century. Critic Reviews: "His on-the-ground reportage makes for riveting reading. He provides vivid and highly chilling accounts of the dangers faced by members of the American military in places like Falluja in Iraq and Colombia's Arauca Province, even as he leaves the reader with a keen appreciation of the expertise and versatility of Special Forces units." (The New York Times) "One of the most important books of the last several years." (Tom Brokaw) "An experienced military journalist has created this worthwhile portrait of American ground troops, mostly in elite units, working with the armed forces of other countries to fight terrorism, to be sure, but actually doing a job once done by the Roman legions." (Booklist) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert D. Kaplan) Mon, 12 Sep 2005 17:36:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Imperial-Grunts-Audiobook/B002VA3BTE thebookvoice.com 18:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Grunts Subtitle: The American Military on the Ground Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: John H. Mayer Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 177 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Given unprecedented access, Kaplan takes us from the jungles of the southern Philippines to the glacial dust bowls of Mongolia, from the forts of Afghanistan to the forests of South America, not to mention Iraq, to show us Army Special Forces, Marines, and other uniformed Americans carrying out the many facets of U.S. foreign policy: negotiating with tribal factions, storming terrorist redoubts, performing humanitarian missions, and training foreign soldiers. In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan provides an unforgettable insider's account not only of our current involvement in world affairs, but also of where America, including the culture of its officers and enlisted men, is headed. This is the rare book that has the potential to change the way readers view the men and women of the military, war, and the global reach of American imperialism today. Never before has America's overarching military strategy been parsed so incisively and evocatively. Kaplan introduces us to lone American servicemen whose presence in obscure countries is largely unknown, and concludes with a heart-stopping portrait of marines in the first battle in Fallujah. Extraordinary in its scope, beautifully written, Imperial Grunts combines first-rate reporting with the sensitivity and insights of an acclaimed writer steeped in history, literature, and philosophy, to deliver a masterly account of America's global role in the twenty-first century. Critic Reviews: "His on-the-ground reportage makes for riveting reading. He provides vivid and highly chilling accounts of the dangers faced by members of the American military in places like Falluja in Iraq and Colombia's Arauca Province, even as he leaves the reader with a keen appreciation of the expertise and versatility of Special Forces units." (The New York Times) "One of the most important books of the last several years." (Tom Brokaw) "An experienced military journalist has created this worthwhile portrait of American ground troops, mostly in elite units, working with the armed forces of other countries to fight terrorism, to be sure, but actually doing a job once done by the Roman legions." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Grunts Subtitle: The American Military on the Ground Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: John H. Mayer Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 177 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Given unprecedented access, Kaplan takes us from the jungles of the southern Philippines to the glacial dust bowls of Mongolia, from the forts of Afghanistan to the forests of South America, not to mention Iraq, to show us Army Special Forces, Marines, and other uniformed Americans carrying out the many facets of U.S. foreign policy: negotiating with tribal factions, storming terrorist redoubts, performing humanitarian missions, and training foreign soldiers. In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan provides an unforgettable insider's account not only of our current involvement in world affairs, but also of where America, including the culture of its officers and enlisted men, is headed. This is the rare book that has the potential to change the way readers view the men and women of the military, war, and the global reach of American imperialism today. Never before has America's overarching military strategy been parsed so incisively and evocatively. Kaplan introduces us to lone American servicemen whose presence in obscure countries is largely unknown, and concludes with a heart-stopping portrait of marines in the first battle in Fallujah. Extraordinary in its scope, beautifully written, Imperial Grunts combines first-rate reporting with the sensitivity and insights of an acclaimed writer steeped in history, literature, and philosophy, to deliver a masterly account of America's global role in the twenty-first century. Critic Reviews: "His on-the-ground reportage makes for riveting reading. He provides vivid and highly chilling accounts of the dangers faced by members of the American military in places like Falluja in Iraq and Colombia's Arauca Province, even as he leaves the reader with a keen appreciation of the expertise and versatility of Special Forces units." (The New York Times) "One of the most important books of the last several years." (Tom Brokaw) "An experienced military journalist has created this worthwhile portrait of American ground troops, mostly in elite units, working with the armed forces of other countries to fight terrorism, to be sure, but actually doing a job once done by the Roman legions." (Booklist) Members Reviews: completely engaging and informative In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan takes you to various parts of the world, giving you a wonderful history of each, then current events, then a look at the country through the eyes of the special forces. Having known some of the special forces men personally this report seems completely credible. This book has opened my eyes to much of the world by looking at what is happening on the ground. I was truly educated by this book and it was a pleasure to read. Stories worth telling but not told by media A sober, illuminating collection that provides some badly needed affirmation for our grunts on the ground. Take a stereotype, any stereotype--of our guys, allies or the enemy--and this book smashes it to pieces. Unvarnished, disturbing, engrossing. Love the historical context provided, as well as the absence of flag-waving and back-slapping. One passage, which took place in Columbia, upset me so much I couldn't get it out of my mind. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Reconsidering-the-American-Way-of-War-Audiobook/B00O3HJB9C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reconsidering the American Way of War Subtitle: US Military Practice from the Revolution to Afghanistan Author: Antulio Joseph Echevarria Narrator: James Killavey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This audiobook challenges several longstanding notions about the American way of war. It examines US military practice (strategic and operational) from the War of Independence to the campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan to determine what patterns, if any, existed in the way Americans have used military force. Echevarria surveys all major US wars and most every small conflict in the country's military history. He argues that the popular notion that the American way of war is astrategic, apolitical, and obsessed with using overwhelming force is wrong. Rather, America's decisions to go to war and strategies in war have throughout history been shaped by political considerations, with both negative and positive results, and the amount of force employed was rarely overwhelming or decisive. Echevarria closes the gap between histories of strategic theory and the popular battle and campaign narratives that comprise the bulk of US military history. This book hopes to force a reexmination of the true characteristics of the American way of war with an eye toward implications for the future. Critic Reviews: "a must-read for military officers, politicians, academics - and pundits - who all too often ignore the inherently pragmatic nature of the American approach to war..." (David E. Johnson, director, chief of staff of the Army Strategic Studies Group) "his book is both the best analysis of the American way of war debate and a provocative historical interpretation of how the US has waged war. An essential contribution to one of the most significant issues in current US military policy." (Brian McAllister Linn, Ralph R. Thomas Professor of Liberal Arts, Texas A&M University) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Antulio Joseph Echevarria) Thu, 02 Oct 2014 08:54:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Reconsidering-the-American-Way-of-War-Audiobook/B00O3HJB9C thebookvoice.com 08:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reconsidering the American Way of War Subtitle: US Military Practice from the Revolution to Afghanistan Author: Antulio Joseph Echevarria Narrator: James Killavey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This audiobook challenges several longstanding notions about the American way of war. It examines US military practice (strategic and operational) from the War of Independence to the campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan to determine what patterns, if any, existed in the way Americans have used military force. Echevarria surveys all major US wars and most every small conflict in the country's military history. He argues that the popular notion that the American way of war is astrategic, apolitical, and obsessed with using overwhelming force is wrong. Rather, America's decisions to go to war and strategies in war have throughout history been shaped by political considerations, with both negative and positive results, and the amount of force employed was rarely overwhelming or decisive. Echevarria closes the gap between histories of strategic theory and the popular battle and campaign narratives that comprise the bulk of US military history. This book hopes to force a reexmination of the true characteristics of the American way of war with an eye toward implications for the future. Critic Reviews: "a must-read for military officers, politicians, academics - and pundits - who all too often ignore the inherently pragmatic nature of the American approach to war..." (David E. Johnson, director, chief of staff of the Army Strategic Studies Group) "his book is both the best analysis of the American way of war debate and a provocative historical interpretation of how the US has waged war. An essential contribution to one of the most significant issues in current US military policy." (Brian McAllister Linn, Ralph R. Thomas Professor of Liberal Arts, Texas A&M University) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reconsidering the American Way of War Subtitle: US Military Practice from the Revolution to Afghanistan Author: Antulio Joseph Echevarria Narrator: James Killavey Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 10-02-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This audiobook challenges several longstanding notions about the American way of war. It examines US military practice (strategic and operational) from the War of Independence to the campaigns in Iraq and Afghanistan to determine what patterns, if any, existed in the way Americans have used military force. Echevarria surveys all major US wars and most every small conflict in the country's military history. He argues that the popular notion that the American way of war is astrategic, apolitical, and obsessed with using overwhelming force is wrong. Rather, America's decisions to go to war and strategies in war have throughout history been shaped by political considerations, with both negative and positive results, and the amount of force employed was rarely overwhelming or decisive. Echevarria closes the gap between histories of strategic theory and the popular battle and campaign narratives that comprise the bulk of US military history. This book hopes to force a reexmination of the true characteristics of the American way of war with an eye toward implications for the future. Critic Reviews: "a must-read for military officers, politicians, academics - and pundits - who all too often ignore the inherently pragmatic nature of the American approach to war..." (David E. Johnson, director, chief of staff of the Army Strategic Studies Group) "his book is both the best analysis of the American way of war debate and a provocative historical interpretation of how the US has waged war. An essential contribution to one of the most significant issues in current US military policy." (Brian McAllister Linn, Ralph R. Thomas Professor of Liberal Arts, Texas A&M University) Members Reviews: Excellent overview of complex subject If you could sum up Reconsidering the American Way of War in three words, what would they be? That is really impossible..complex stuff cannot be summed up in three words. What did you like best about this story? Great a great overall view of the topic with many specific examples. Which scene was your favorite? No "scenes" in this non-fiction work. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Noo....Has to be taken in small doses. There is a lot to digest. Any additional comments? Reader did a good job on what must have been a very difficult task. For military officers, this is a must read...or listen.. so that past mistakes are not made all over again. Must read for military. Would you consider the audio edition of Reconsidering the American Way of War to be better than the print version? Much easier to understand. I had to read this for a class on military history and found it rough going. It's very dense and the sentence structure seems awkward at times...at least for me. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Little-America-Audiobook/B008BI3WQC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little America Subtitle: The War within the War for Afghanistan Author: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Narrator: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the award-winning author of Imperial Life in the Emerald City comes a riveting, intimate account of America's troubled war in Afghanistan. When President Barack Obama ordered the surge of troops and aid to Afghanistan, Washington Post correspondent Rajiv Chandrasekaran followed. He found the effort sabotaged not only by Afghan and Pakistani malfeasance, but by infighting and incompetence within the American government: a war cabinet arrested by vicious bickering among top national security aides; diplomats and aid workers who failed to deliver on their grand promises; generals who dispatched troops to the wrong places; and headstrong military leaders who sought a far more expansive campaign than the White House wanted. Through their bungling and quarreling, they wound up squandering the first year of the surge. Chandrasekaran explains how the United States has never understood Afghanistan - and probably never will. During the Cold War, American engineers undertook a massive development project across southern Afghanistan in an attempt to woo the country from Soviet influence. They built dams and irrigation canals, and they established a "comfortable" residential community known as Little America, with a Western-style school, a coed community pool, and a plush clubhouse - all of which embodied American and Afghan hopes for a bright future and a close relationship. But in the late 1970s - after growing Afghan resistance and a Communist coup - the Americans abandoned the region to warlords and poppy farmers. In one revelatory scene after another, Chandrasekaran follows American efforts to reclaim the very same territory from the Taliban. Along the way, we meet an Army general whose experience as the top military officer in charge of Iraq's Green Zone couldn't prepare him for the bureaucratic knots of Afghanistan, a Marine commander whose desire to charge into remote hamlets conflicted with civilian priorities, and a war-seasoned diplomat frustrated in his push for a scaled-down but long-term American commitment. Their struggles show how Obama's hope of a good war, and the Pentagon's desire for a resounding victory, shriveled on the arid plains of southern Afghanistan. Meticulously reported and hugely revealing, Little America is an unprecedented examination of a failing war - and an eye-opening look at the complex relationship between America and Afghanistan. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rajiv Chandrasekaran) Tue, 26 Jun 2012 20:06:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Little-America-Audiobook/B008BI3WQC thebookvoice.com 12:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little America Subtitle: The War within the War for Afghanistan Author: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Narrator: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the award-winning author of Imperial Life in the Emerald City comes a riveting, intimate account of America's troubled war in Afghanistan. When President Barack Obama ordered the surge of troops and aid to Afghanistan, Washington Post correspondent Rajiv Chandrasekaran followed. He found the effort sabotaged not only by Afghan and Pakistani malfeasance, but by infighting and incompetence within the American government: a war cabinet arrested by vicious bickering among top national security aides; diplomats and aid workers who failed to deliver on their grand promises; generals who dispatched troops to the wrong places; and headstrong military leaders who sought a far more expansive campaign than the White House wanted. Through their bungling and quarreling, they wound up squandering the first year of the surge. Chandrasekaran explains how the United States has never understood Afghanistan - and probably never will. During the Cold War, American engineers undertook a massive development project across southern Afghanistan in an attempt to woo the country from Soviet influence. They built dams and irrigation canals, and they established a "comfortable" residential community known as Little America, with a Western-style school, a coed community pool, and a plush clubhouse - all of which embodied American and Afghan hopes for a bright future and a close relationship. But in the late 1970s - after growing Afghan resistance and a Communist coup - the Americans abandoned the region to warlords and poppy farmers. In one revelatory scene after another, Chandrasekaran follows American efforts to reclaim the very same territory from the Taliban. Along the way, we meet an Army general whose experience as the top military officer in charge of Iraq's Green Zone couldn't prepare him for the bureaucratic knots of Afghanistan, a Marine commander whose desire to charge into remote hamlets conflicted with civilian priorities, and a war-seasoned diplomat frustrated in his push for a scaled-down but long-term American commitment. Their struggles show how Obama's hope of a good war, and the Pentagon's desire for a resounding victory, shriveled on the arid plains of southern Afghanistan. Meticulously reported and hugely revealing, Little America is an unprecedented examination of a failing war - and an eye-opening look at the complex relationship between America and Afghanistan. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little America Subtitle: The War within the War for Afghanistan Author: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Narrator: Rajiv Chandrasekaran Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 69 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the award-winning author of Imperial Life in the Emerald City comes a riveting, intimate account of America's troubled war in Afghanistan. When President Barack Obama ordered the surge of troops and aid to Afghanistan, Washington Post correspondent Rajiv Chandrasekaran followed. He found the effort sabotaged not only by Afghan and Pakistani malfeasance, but by infighting and incompetence within the American government: a war cabinet arrested by vicious bickering among top national security aides; diplomats and aid workers who failed to deliver on their grand promises; generals who dispatched troops to the wrong places; and headstrong military leaders who sought a far more expansive campaign than the White House wanted. Through their bungling and quarreling, they wound up squandering the first year of the surge. Chandrasekaran explains how the United States has never understood Afghanistan - and probably never will. During the Cold War, American engineers undertook a massive development project across southern Afghanistan in an attempt to woo the country from Soviet influence. They built dams and irrigation canals, and they established a "comfortable" residential community known as Little America, with a Western-style school, a coed community pool, and a plush clubhouse - all of which embodied American and Afghan hopes for a bright future and a close relationship. But in the late 1970s - after growing Afghan resistance and a Communist coup - the Americans abandoned the region to warlords and poppy farmers. In one revelatory scene after another, Chandrasekaran follows American efforts to reclaim the very same territory from the Taliban. Along the way, we meet an Army general whose experience as the top military officer in charge of Iraq's Green Zone couldn't prepare him for the bureaucratic knots of Afghanistan, a Marine commander whose desire to charge into remote hamlets conflicted with civilian priorities, and a war-seasoned diplomat frustrated in his push for a scaled-down but long-term American commitment. Their struggles show how Obama's hope of a good war, and the Pentagon's desire for a resounding victory, shriveled on the arid plains of southern Afghanistan. Meticulously reported and hugely revealing, Little America is an unprecedented examination of a failing war - and an eye-opening look at the complex relationship between America and Afghanistan. Members Reviews: Excellent book, excellent narration The book, excellently narrated by the author himself, paints a vivid and disturbing picture of the US efforts to win the war against the taliban and Al-Qaeda, in Afghanistan. The narration starts a few decades back, describing the American efforts to develop agriculture in the Helmand valley and uses it as an interesting backdrop to the war efforts being waged today. It goes to describe the dysfunctional relation between military and civilian efforts to not only win the war militarily, but to build the Afghan economy in a sustainable way that could prevent the lack of employment and occupation to constitute a breeding ground for the insurgency. Listening to the book, it's possible to begin to understand the magnitude of the challenge the US was facing in Afghanistan and how the strategy applied, right from the Bush's years, was wrong and how the US seemed woefully unprepared to deal with them. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/War-Law-Audiobook/B010TK72D8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: War Law Subtitle: Understanding International Law and Armed Conflict Author: Michael Byers Narrator: Peter Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: International law governing the use of military force has been the subject of intense public debate. Under what conditions is it appropriate or necessary for a country to use force when diplomacy has failed? Michael Byers, a widely known world expert on international law, weighs these issues in War Law. Byers examines the history of armed conflict and international law through a series of case studies of past conflicts, ranging from the 1837 Caroline Incident to the abuse of detainees by US forces at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. Byers explores the legal controversies that surrounded the 1999 and 2001 interventions in Kosovo and Afghanistan and the 2003 war in Iraq, the development of international humanitarian law from the 1859 Battle of Solferino to the present, and the role of war crimes tribunals and the International Criminal Court. He also considers the unique influence of the United States in the evolution of this extremely controversial area of international law. War Law is neither a textbook nor a treatise but a fascinating account of a highly controversial topic that is necessary listening for fans of military history and general listeners alike. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Byers) Mon, 06 Jul 2015 10:28:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/War-Law-Audiobook/B010TK72D8 thebookvoice.com 05:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: War Law Subtitle: Understanding International Law and Armed Conflict Author: Michael Byers Narrator: Peter Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: International law governing the use of military force has been the subject of intense public debate. Under what conditions is it appropriate or necessary for a country to use force when diplomacy has failed? Michael Byers, a widely known world expert on international law, weighs these issues in War Law. Byers examines the history of armed conflict and international law through a series of case studies of past conflicts, ranging from the 1837 Caroline Incident to the abuse of detainees by US forces at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. Byers explores the legal controversies that surrounded the 1999 and 2001 interventions in Kosovo and Afghanistan and the 2003 war in Iraq, the development of international humanitarian law from the 1859 Battle of Solferino to the present, and the role of war crimes tribunals and the International Criminal Court. He also considers the unique influence of the United States in the evolution of this extremely controversial area of international law. War Law is neither a textbook nor a treatise but a fascinating account of a highly controversial topic that is necessary listening for fans of military history and general listeners alike. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: War Law Subtitle: Understanding International Law and Armed Conflict Author: Michael Byers Narrator: Peter Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: International law governing the use of military force has been the subject of intense public debate. Under what conditions is it appropriate or necessary for a country to use force when diplomacy has failed? Michael Byers, a widely known world expert on international law, weighs these issues in War Law. Byers examines the history of armed conflict and international law through a series of case studies of past conflicts, ranging from the 1837 Caroline Incident to the abuse of detainees by US forces at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. Byers explores the legal controversies that surrounded the 1999 and 2001 interventions in Kosovo and Afghanistan and the 2003 war in Iraq, the development of international humanitarian law from the 1859 Battle of Solferino to the present, and the role of war crimes tribunals and the International Criminal Court. He also considers the unique influence of the United States in the evolution of this extremely controversial area of international law. War Law is neither a textbook nor a treatise but a fascinating account of a highly controversial topic that is necessary listening for fans of military history and general listeners alike. Members Reviews: Very informational Good for a background on International Law. Great examples and unbiased content. Gives world view and U.S. viewpoints. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Drone-Warfare-Audiobook/B011AZJ3BU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drone Warfare Subtitle: The Development of Unmanned Aerial Conflict Author: Dave Sloggett Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-10-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An unmanned aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone, is an aircraft without a human pilot onboard. Its flight is either controlled autonomously by computers in the vehicle or under the remote control of a navigator or pilot on the ground or in another vehicle. Drone Warfare is one of the first books to examine the development and use of such aerial drones. Drones have been much maligned in the media and popular culture, and there has been much controversy over their deployment. This book reveals the history of unmanned aircraft, their recent development, and why they have emerged onto the scene, setting the record straight about drones and their use. Drone Warfare answers questions such as: Why did the United States invest so highly in drone technology? When did all that start? What barriers had to be overcome? What was there before drones arrived? What roles did drones play in Iraq and Afghanistan? Were they successful? What new developments emerged during operations? Did they save lives? How many have been shot down and where? Will all air forces be drone based in the future? What other applications may arise in the civilian market? In a timely publication, Drone Warfare sets the record straight on unmanned aerial vehicles and explores technology and usage around the globe. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dave Sloggett) Fri, 10 Jul 2015 23:02:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Drone-Warfare-Audiobook/B011AZJ3BU thebookvoice.com 11:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drone Warfare Subtitle: The Development of Unmanned Aerial Conflict Author: Dave Sloggett Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-10-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An unmanned aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone, is an aircraft without a human pilot onboard. Its flight is either controlled autonomously by computers in the vehicle or under the remote control of a navigator or pilot on the ground or in another vehicle. Drone Warfare is one of the first books to examine the development and use of such aerial drones. Drones have been much maligned in the media and popular culture, and there has been much controversy over their deployment. This book reveals the history of unmanned aircraft, their recent development, and why they have emerged onto the scene, setting the record straight about drones and their use. Drone Warfare answers questions such as: Why did the United States invest so highly in drone technology? When did all that start? What barriers had to be overcome? What was there before drones arrived? What roles did drones play in Iraq and Afghanistan? Were they successful? What new developments emerged during operations? Did they save lives? How many have been shot down and where? Will all air forces be drone based in the future? What other applications may arise in the civilian market? In a timely publication, Drone Warfare sets the record straight on unmanned aerial vehicles and explores technology and usage around the globe. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drone Warfare Subtitle: The Development of Unmanned Aerial Conflict Author: Dave Sloggett Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-10-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An unmanned aerial vehicle, commonly known as a drone, is an aircraft without a human pilot onboard. Its flight is either controlled autonomously by computers in the vehicle or under the remote control of a navigator or pilot on the ground or in another vehicle. Drone Warfare is one of the first books to examine the development and use of such aerial drones. Drones have been much maligned in the media and popular culture, and there has been much controversy over their deployment. This book reveals the history of unmanned aircraft, their recent development, and why they have emerged onto the scene, setting the record straight about drones and their use. Drone Warfare answers questions such as: Why did the United States invest so highly in drone technology? When did all that start? What barriers had to be overcome? What was there before drones arrived? What roles did drones play in Iraq and Afghanistan? Were they successful? What new developments emerged during operations? Did they save lives? How many have been shot down and where? Will all air forces be drone based in the future? What other applications may arise in the civilian market? In a timely publication, Drone Warfare sets the record straight on unmanned aerial vehicles and explores technology and usage around the globe. Members Reviews: OMG almost could take the reading of the phone boo How did the narrator detract from the book? Drone....did they mean the topic or the unending statistics that were even repeated. Was this author paid by the word? https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Spies-in-the-Congo-Audiobook/B01JB70N18 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spies in the Congo Subtitle: America's Atomic Mission in World War II Author: Susan Williams Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Shinkolobwe Mine in the Belgian Congo was described by a 1943 Manhattan Project intelligence report as the "most important deposit of uranium yet discovered in the world". So long as the United States remained in control of this mine and its supply, it had a world monopoly on the primary material needed to build an atomic bomb. The uranium from this mine was used to build the bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. Given the possibility that the Germans were also working on an atomic bomb, it was a priority for the United States to prevent Congo's uranium from being smuggled to Germany. This task was given to the newly created Office of Strategic Services, later known as the CIA. Although much has been written about ALSOS, the secret intelligence mission created to investigate the German atomic project, so far nothing has been written about the intelligence mission at the source of uranium - the Belgian Congo. Spies in the Congo is based on a mass of newly released (and formerly top secret) archive material in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Belgium; personal testimonies; and a range of audiovisual materials, including a set of 8mm films taken by the lead spy. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Susan Williams) Tue, 09 Aug 2016 06:18:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Spies-in-the-Congo-Audiobook/B01JB70N18 thebookvoice.com 00:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spies in the Congo Subtitle: America's Atomic Mission in World War II Author: Susan Williams Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Shinkolobwe Mine in the Belgian Congo was described by a 1943 Manhattan Project intelligence report as the "most important deposit of uranium yet discovered in the world". So long as the United States remained in control of this mine and its supply, it had a world monopoly on the primary material needed to build an atomic bomb. The uranium from this mine was used to build the bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. Given the possibility that the Germans were also working on an atomic bomb, it was a priority for the United States to prevent Congo's uranium from being smuggled to Germany. This task was given to the newly created Office of Strategic Services, later known as the CIA. Although much has been written about ALSOS, the secret intelligence mission created to investigate the German atomic project, so far nothing has been written about the intelligence mission at the source of uranium - the Belgian Congo. Spies in the Congo is based on a mass of newly released (and formerly top secret) archive material in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Belgium; personal testimonies; and a range of audiovisual materials, including a set of 8mm films taken by the lead spy. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Spies in the Congo Subtitle: America's Atomic Mission in World War II Author: Susan Williams Narrator: Justine Eyre Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Shinkolobwe Mine in the Belgian Congo was described by a 1943 Manhattan Project intelligence report as the "most important deposit of uranium yet discovered in the world". So long as the United States remained in control of this mine and its supply, it had a world monopoly on the primary material needed to build an atomic bomb. The uranium from this mine was used to build the bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945. Given the possibility that the Germans were also working on an atomic bomb, it was a priority for the United States to prevent Congo's uranium from being smuggled to Germany. This task was given to the newly created Office of Strategic Services, later known as the CIA. Although much has been written about ALSOS, the secret intelligence mission created to investigate the German atomic project, so far nothing has been written about the intelligence mission at the source of uranium - the Belgian Congo. Spies in the Congo is based on a mass of newly released (and formerly top secret) archive material in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Belgium; personal testimonies; and a range of audiovisual materials, including a set of 8mm films taken by the lead spy. Members Reviews: More little known history Fascinating. Did not like narrator however. Sounded like a valley girl...well written and adventurous Why Lumumba Was Killed Excellent Work ..Filled in The Gaps on Why Patrice Emory Lumumba,Was Assassinated and Congo s minerals covered Amazes me how some people find jobs The narrator's voice is so annoying I almost returned this title. How anyone ever listen to her and thought, "she'd be a great book narrator," is beyond me. She does good character accents but her normal voice is so pretentious. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Greatest-Threat-Audiobook/B002UUKRYC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Threat Subtitle: Iraq, Weapons of Mass Destruction, and the Crisis of Global Security Author: Richard Butler Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Greatest Threat tells the inside story of the UN's failed attempt to stop Saddam and explains the terrible cost of that failure. A disturbing and important work, The Greatest Threat is essential listening for anyone who cares about the fate of the globe. Critic Reviews: "A story rich in vivid detail." (The New York Times Book Review ) "Butler's remarkable story can be ignored only at the world's peril." (Publishers Weekly ) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Butler) Fri, 11 Apr 2003 15:13:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Greatest-Threat-Audiobook/B002UUKRYC thebookvoice.com 10:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Threat Subtitle: Iraq, Weapons of Mass Destruction, and the Crisis of Global Security Author: Richard Butler Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Greatest Threat tells the inside story of the UN's failed attempt to stop Saddam and explains the terrible cost of that failure. A disturbing and important work, The Greatest Threat is essential listening for anyone who cares about the fate of the globe. Critic Reviews: "A story rich in vivid detail." (The New York Times Book Review ) "Butler's remarkable story can be ignored only at the world's peril." (Publishers Weekly ) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Threat Subtitle: Iraq, Weapons of Mass Destruction, and the Crisis of Global Security Author: Richard Butler Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-03 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Greatest Threat tells the inside story of the UN's failed attempt to stop Saddam and explains the terrible cost of that failure. A disturbing and important work, The Greatest Threat is essential listening for anyone who cares about the fate of the globe. Critic Reviews: "A story rich in vivid detail." (The New York Times Book Review ) "Butler's remarkable story can be ignored only at the world's peril." (Publishers Weekly ) Members Reviews: Excellent read With the insights and background of Iraqi inspections revealed it helps to complete the understanding of why Iraq had to be stopped. Outstanding and very enlightening Thsi book details the events in Iraq up to 1999, and shows very explicitly the deceit, lies, concealment and cover ups by the regime in Iraq. It also details the back door dealing by the UN Security Council and the apparent weak stance toward Iraq. Worse, the three permanent members (France, Russia, China) are shown as courting Iraq in the UN and aiding their efforts to eliminate the inspections and continue to develop WMD. It is scary how close Iraq had come to getting this by the world. Worth a very serious and objective read. Democrats are French Clearly outlines overwhelming evidence that Sadam was amassing WMDs and the French, Russians and Chinese were stabbing the US in the back and turning a blind eye to Sadam's madness all for the sake of cheap oil. It also exposes the corruption and hypocrisy of the UN and its secretary general. It illustrates how wrong disloyal the democratic party was (again) and how they were willing to sell out the security our children and the world for quick political capital. Thank God someone had the courage to finally standup and actually stop Sadam, before we slipped past the point of no return into another holocaust... or worse. BTW: Butler was an anti-republican Australian who dedicated his life to world peace and the reduction of nuclear and other WMDs. No puppet of the US, he was appointed by the UN as the cheif UNSCOM inspector and charged with ensure Sadam disarmed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Zero-Footprint-Audiobook/B01DUQEEKC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zero Footprint Subtitle: Leave No Trace, Take No Prisoners Author: Simon Chase, Ralph Pezzullo Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Simon Chase's life is a maze of burner phones, encrypted emails, secret meetings and weaponry - all devoted to executing missions too sensitive for government acknowledgment. Working for British government entities, the CIA's Special Activities Division and other official bodies, Chase has been on the trail of bin Laden in Afghanistan, protected allied generals in Iraq, and been part of an operation directly related to the attack in 2012 on the US consulate in Benghazi. Zero Footprint takes us to this dangerous and thrilling world and tells the true story of a private military contractor whose work forms the foundation for Western security abroad, especially when the UK and US military, intelligence agencies and departments of state need something done that they can't - or won't - do themselves. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Simon Chase) Thu, 05 May 2016 23:38:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Zero-Footprint-Audiobook/B01DUQEEKC thebookvoice.com 09:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zero Footprint Subtitle: Leave No Trace, Take No Prisoners Author: Simon Chase, Ralph Pezzullo Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Simon Chase's life is a maze of burner phones, encrypted emails, secret meetings and weaponry - all devoted to executing missions too sensitive for government acknowledgment. Working for British government entities, the CIA's Special Activities Division and other official bodies, Chase has been on the trail of bin Laden in Afghanistan, protected allied generals in Iraq, and been part of an operation directly related to the attack in 2012 on the US consulate in Benghazi. Zero Footprint takes us to this dangerous and thrilling world and tells the true story of a private military contractor whose work forms the foundation for Western security abroad, especially when the UK and US military, intelligence agencies and departments of state need something done that they can't - or won't - do themselves. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zero Footprint Subtitle: Leave No Trace, Take No Prisoners Author: Simon Chase, Ralph Pezzullo Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Simon Chase's life is a maze of burner phones, encrypted emails, secret meetings and weaponry - all devoted to executing missions too sensitive for government acknowledgment. Working for British government entities, the CIA's Special Activities Division and other official bodies, Chase has been on the trail of bin Laden in Afghanistan, protected allied generals in Iraq, and been part of an operation directly related to the attack in 2012 on the US consulate in Benghazi. Zero Footprint takes us to this dangerous and thrilling world and tells the true story of a private military contractor whose work forms the foundation for Western security abroad, especially when the UK and US military, intelligence agencies and departments of state need something done that they can't - or won't - do themselves. Members Reviews: This is a work of fiction. Upon reaching a part of the book about his days with Aegis in Iraq, I thought I'd mention this book to a mate who was pretty high up their food chain, at the time the author worked there. It turns out he knew all about this work of fiction and knew the author very well too. The fact that the author did work for Aegis was one of only a few facts in the book, He was in the Royal Marine's was another but not the SBS like he says. Apart from the bloating and the lies the author has taken his pen name from a fallen colleague who had the same initials, many reviews on the Amazon ebook site tell more about this book and the author. As a work of fiction I wouldn't have complained, it was a decent enough yarn but that's all it is and should be sold as such in my opinion. "Uuummm" That it rather hard to get in too, an the narration wasn't the best. Not actually heard this guy before........!!!! Bizarre narration. This is the story of an East End boy in the murky world of security contracting. It is an interesting and gritty story. So who thought it right to employ Gildart Jackson to narrate it? His public school accent doesnt fit and he seems to think that all working class people shout at each other rather than talk. For an actor, his attempts at accents are laughably pathetic. Great story ruined by shockingly bad narration. not great I find it hard to believe this is a "true story". and the narrator doesn't do it justice. Great story just takes a time to get going Great story and really hard core writing! Voice over guy isn't best but you get used to him. Great listening! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Aftershock-Audiobook/B00DO37BHA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aftershock Subtitle: The Blast That Shook Psycho Platoon Author: Daniel Zwerdling, T. Christian Miller Narrator: Alpha Trivette Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Five soldiers injured in the same 2009 bomb blast are a case study in a new epidemic among America's troops, who are grappling with a combination of concussion and post-traumatic stress disorder. Editorial Reviews: Voice actor Alpha Trivette proves a strong, grounding presence in this tough audiobook about post-traumatic stress disorder in the modern era. T. Christian Miller and Daniel Zwerdling's Aftershock: The Blast That Shook Psycho Platoon is a short but heavy work about the devastating impact of war and specifically combat fatigue on thousands of soldiers annually, It focuses on the lives of five soldiers who survived a bomb blast together in Baghdad, Iraq, and the implications which that incident had on their mental health, and even the health and lives of those around them. Trivette is a skilled performer who remains calm while delivering this powerful and extremely important material, bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Daniel Zwerdling) Tue, 30 Jul 2013 11:41:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Aftershock-Audiobook/B00DO37BHA thebookvoice.com 01:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aftershock Subtitle: The Blast That Shook Psycho Platoon Author: Daniel Zwerdling, T. Christian Miller Narrator: Alpha Trivette Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Five soldiers injured in the same 2009 bomb blast are a case study in a new epidemic among America's troops, who are grappling with a combination of concussion and post-traumatic stress disorder. Editorial Reviews: Voice actor Alpha Trivette proves a strong, grounding presence in this tough audiobook about post-traumatic stress disorder in the modern era. T. Christian Miller and Daniel Zwerdling's Aftershock: The Blast That Shook Psycho Platoon is a short but heavy work about the devastating impact of war and specifically combat fatigue on thousands of soldiers annually, It focuses on the lives of five soldiers who survived a bomb blast together in Baghdad, Iraq, and the implications which that incident had on their mental health, and even the health and lives of those around them. Trivette is a skilled performer who remains calm while delivering this powerful and extremely important material, Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Aftershock Subtitle: The Blast That Shook Psycho Platoon Author: Daniel Zwerdling, T. Christian Miller Narrator: Alpha Trivette Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-30-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Five soldiers injured in the same 2009 bomb blast are a case study in a new epidemic among America's troops, who are grappling with a combination of concussion and post-traumatic stress disorder. Editorial Reviews: Voice actor Alpha Trivette proves a strong, grounding presence in this tough audiobook about post-traumatic stress disorder in the modern era. T. Christian Miller and Daniel Zwerdling's Aftershock: The Blast That Shook Psycho Platoon is a short but heavy work about the devastating impact of war and specifically combat fatigue on thousands of soldiers annually, It focuses on the lives of five soldiers who survived a bomb blast together in Baghdad, Iraq, and the implications which that incident had on their mental health, and even the health and lives of those around them. Trivette is a skilled performer who remains calm while delivering this powerful and extremely important material, Members Reviews: A Mind Blowing View of Traumatic Brain Injuries Propublica's T. Christian Miller and NPR's Daniel Zwerdling have weaved a tale of horror that is happening today to many members of our military. This terror is known as a Traumatic Brain Injury, and this piece chronicles the lives of many of our esteemed members of the military that are having to deal with this. Engrossing, and free. You should read it. Things you did not know of after the "tour of duty" has ended This book was a huge eye opener to me - questions that surface immediately after a soldier returns from fighting in a war: what happened there? How did the killing affect you as a human being there? What injuries did you suffer while on duty/ attacked? How are you coping with the re-integration into "civy street" Having had a father who fought in the Rhodesian (Zimbabwe) war in the 1970's - I remember that some of his "quirks" that he learned on while at war never left him; he could never ever fall asleep unless he had a clock radio on next to his bed - he always said that if it is dead quiet he knows that something is about to happen or something is wrong - he was forever restless and could never just "switch off". After reading this article I came to the conclusion that after any war all soldiers suffer some sort of traumatic injury AND if not helped in time can turn out to be disastrous for both the soldier and his family. Truly a good informative read about the effects of war on a human being (soldier) Concussion? Post traumatic stress disorder? Both? Miller and Zwerdling have produced a well researched, clearly written account of two serious conditions suffered by soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. The numbers have never been seen before and are staggering in their magnitude: 20 percent suffer a mild traumatic brain injury and of those between five percent to nearly 50 percent may suffer both PTSD and lingering problems from traumatic brain injuries. "It is an epidemic so new that doctors aren't even sure what to call it, let alone how best to diagnose and treat it." The book follows five soldiers that were in their quarters when a rocket blew a football sized hole through the concrete wall. In particular, it follows a soldier named Savelkoul, apparently the most seriously affected. And, somewhat by chance, the five were seen a few days after the attack by a neuropsychologist. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Cyberdeterrence-and-Cyberwar-Audiobook/B004CTGL0S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cyberdeterrence and Cyberwar Author: Martin C. Libicki Narrator: Erik Sandvold Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The protection of cyberspace, the information medium, has become a vital national interest because of its importance both to the economy and to military power. An attacker may tamper with networks to steal information for money or to disrupt operations. Future wars are likely to be carried out, in part or perhaps entirely, in cyberspace. It might therefore seem obvious that maneuvering in cyberspace is like maneuvering in other media, but nothing would be more misleading. Cyberspace has its own laws. It is easy to hide identities and difficult to predict or even understand battle damage, and attacks deplete themselves quickly. Cyberwar is nothing so much as the manipulation of ambiguity. Martin Libicki explores these topics in detail and uses the results to address such issues as the pros and cons of counterattack, the value of deterrence and vigilance, and other actions the United States and the U.S. Air Force can take to protect itself in the face of deliberate cyberattack. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Martin C. Libicki) Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:47:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Cyberdeterrence-and-Cyberwar-Audiobook/B004CTGL0S thebookvoice.com 06:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cyberdeterrence and Cyberwar Author: Martin C. Libicki Narrator: Erik Sandvold Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The protection of cyberspace, the information medium, has become a vital national interest because of its importance both to the economy and to military power. An attacker may tamper with networks to steal information for money or to disrupt operations. Future wars are likely to be carried out, in part or perhaps entirely, in cyberspace. It might therefore seem obvious that maneuvering in cyberspace is like maneuvering in other media, but nothing would be more misleading. Cyberspace has its own laws. It is easy to hide identities and difficult to predict or even understand battle damage, and attacks deplete themselves quickly. Cyberwar is nothing so much as the manipulation of ambiguity. Martin Libicki explores these topics in detail and uses the results to address such issues as the pros and cons of counterattack, the value of deterrence and vigilance, and other actions the United States and the U.S. Air Force can take to protect itself in the face of deliberate cyberattack. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cyberdeterrence and Cyberwar Author: Martin C. Libicki Narrator: Erik Sandvold Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The protection of cyberspace, the information medium, has become a vital national interest because of its importance both to the economy and to military power. An attacker may tamper with networks to steal information for money or to disrupt operations. Future wars are likely to be carried out, in part or perhaps entirely, in cyberspace. It might therefore seem obvious that maneuvering in cyberspace is like maneuvering in other media, but nothing would be more misleading. Cyberspace has its own laws. It is easy to hide identities and difficult to predict or even understand battle damage, and attacks deplete themselves quickly. Cyberwar is nothing so much as the manipulation of ambiguity. Martin Libicki explores these topics in detail and uses the results to address such issues as the pros and cons of counterattack, the value of deterrence and vigilance, and other actions the United States and the U.S. Air Force can take to protect itself in the face of deliberate cyberattack. Members Reviews: Three-year Old RAND Report You Can Find Free This is a three-year old RAND study for the Air Force describing the threat picture as it was then preparatory to standing up the 8th AF (which didn't, ultimately; what we got instead was US Cyber Command and the individual service components). There is nothing ground breaking here, and for the price vs content, I would not recommend buying it. Instead look to the RAND site for a free PDF copy of the report and spend an hour looking it over. Needless Elaboration Had this been a government report sent to my office as a sitting President I would refuse it on the ground of needless elaboration & refused to pay for it with taxpayers dollars. If carefully filtered all this information could have neatly been streamlined into a Threat Reaction chart outlining potential threats & threat reactions to combat threats. Number of pages doesn't improve the defense of our country; well thought, well filtered, then well presented information to act on does. I highly recommend this book be rethought & rewritten to be presented in a manner to respect the reader's time & be more useful to our national defense. Needless elaboration to fill pages doesn't fool me as research. Better than sleeping pills... ZZZzzzzz! I was so disappointed! This book promised to be a fascinating examination of the new theatre of war: Cyberspace. I imagined scenarios depicting the consequences of hacker attacks on crucial targets such as banks, stock markets, military computers, air traffic control etc. and possible countermeasures we could defend ourselves with. Sadly, for much of the book it is an exhaustive examination of when and if we would use deterrence. There are some interesting snippets, such as diplomatic representations concerning possible 'trojan horse' components made in China, present in almost every computer. Also the three levels of cyberspace (physical, syntactic, semantic), and where attacks would take place. However, these were island of interest in an ocean of dull dull dull debate... Sent me to sleep every time... Maybe... The word 'may' is used approximately in every second sentence of this small book that grabbles with the challenges of cyberwarfare (including defining it). https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/May-Man-Prevail-Audiobook/B00G3EHBFY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: May Man Prevail? Subtitle: An Inquiry into the Facts and Fictions of Foreign Policy Author: Erich Fromm Narrator: Daniel May Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An engulfing study of the turmoil and uncertainty that pervaded the early 1960s, when the world was preoccupied with the threat of a nuclear holocaust The early 1960s were a time of existential unease across the world. The constant threat of a nuclear bomb - and of mutually assured destruction - led to a palpable sense that nuclear holocaust could occur any day. It was in this Cold War environment that social psychologist Erich Fromm wrote May Man Prevail? By analyzing the enemy stereotypes and mutual projections that were prevalent in the foreign policies of the Soviet Union and the United States, Fromm pointed to the anxieties on both sides and illustrates how paranoid thinking in the political realm can be extremely dangerous. With his excellent psychological analysis of the mindsets of the major players of the time, Fromm helped us overcome the Cold War's ideologies and fictions. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Erich Fromm) Wed, 23 Oct 2013 06:25:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/May-Man-Prevail-Audiobook/B00G3EHBFY thebookvoice.com 07:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: May Man Prevail? Subtitle: An Inquiry into the Facts and Fictions of Foreign Policy Author: Erich Fromm Narrator: Daniel May Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An engulfing study of the turmoil and uncertainty that pervaded the early 1960s, when the world was preoccupied with the threat of a nuclear holocaust The early 1960s were a time of existential unease across the world. The constant threat of a nuclear bomb - and of mutually assured destruction - led to a palpable sense that nuclear holocaust could occur any day. It was in this Cold War environment that social psychologist Erich Fromm wrote May Man Prevail? By analyzing the enemy stereotypes and mutual projections that were prevalent in the foreign policies of the Soviet Union and the United States, Fromm pointed to the anxieties on both sides and illustrates how paranoid thinking in the political realm can be extremely dangerous. With his excellent psychological analysis of the mindsets of the major players of the time, Fromm helped us overcome the Cold War's ideologies and fictions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: May Man Prevail? Subtitle: An Inquiry into the Facts and Fictions of Foreign Policy Author: Erich Fromm Narrator: Daniel May Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An engulfing study of the turmoil and uncertainty that pervaded the early 1960s, when the world was preoccupied with the threat of a nuclear holocaust The early 1960s were a time of existential unease across the world. The constant threat of a nuclear bomb - and of mutually assured destruction - led to a palpable sense that nuclear holocaust could occur any day. It was in this Cold War environment that social psychologist Erich Fromm wrote May Man Prevail? By analyzing the enemy stereotypes and mutual projections that were prevalent in the foreign policies of the Soviet Union and the United States, Fromm pointed to the anxieties on both sides and illustrates how paranoid thinking in the political realm can be extremely dangerous. With his excellent psychological analysis of the mindsets of the major players of the time, Fromm helped us overcome the Cold War's ideologies and fictions. Members Reviews: The world in the therapist's chair This book is an essay about the foreign policy of the great powers and international joint in the final period of the "Cold War". Expert psychoanalyst and psychological substrate attentive observer of political activity, not limited to establishing "the facts" of international politics. Separate "fact from fiction", and shows how pathological forms of political thought and "resistance" (Freud) are obstacles that prevent proper understanding of political reality. Fromm examines and questions one by one, the assumptions on which the West bases its foreign policy. The USSR is characterized as a class society, not socialist and revolutionary, but conservative and deeply hegemonic.After examining the development of formerly colonial peoples of the Third World, the Chinese communist model and the rise of Germany in the global political and economic stage. Fromm reaches a triple conclusion: USSR and USA are condemned to understand themselves politically. "If we do not act soon - Fromm warns circumstances, institutions and weapons created by us and they will decide our destiny " OLD EXCELLENT BOOK ON MARX TO MAO THEORY, AND FREUDIAN INSIGHTS ON WARRING NATIONS FALSE NARRATIVES, EASILY LEADING TO MASS DEAT As the Anniversary month of the Cuban missile crisis is now, October, this is a very key book assessing the unexamined,and often 'hysterical' lens though which each major country of the cold war, Russia, USA, China, viewed one another, and deserving now of a deep RE-READ, in this writer's opinion, as he finds the book in the storage shed of the 1963 past, labeled with the name of wife - Anne Romaine - he met and married just a year plus later, so now reflects on the similarity of their readings at the time, both juniors/seniors in college. Fromm does a great job of exegesis of early Marx, and his humanism, and contrasts with the bureaucratic 'socialism' which was created according to him, by Stalin, and, in part before by Lenin. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Special-Forces-Audiobook/B0765B5KBY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Special Forces Subtitle: The Top 10 Special Forces Units in the World Author: John Winters Narrator: Eric Linden Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-17 Publisher: John Winters Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Special forces are defined as military units which are stringently chosen and intensively trained to conduct special missions for a particular country's military, economic, and political objectives. Not much is known about these units. They mostly operate in the shadows and often get confused with conventional forces. One of the common mistakes is to confuse Elite Special-Purpose Infantry Units like the French Foreign Legion's 2nd Foreign Parachute Regiment or the British Royal Marines Commandos as Special Forces Units. In this book, I will discuss the 10 best special forces units in the world. Here is a preview of what you'll learn.... bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Winters) Fri, 06 Oct 2017 10:05:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Special-Forces-Audiobook/B0765B5KBY thebookvoice.com 01:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Special Forces Subtitle: The Top 10 Special Forces Units in the World Author: John Winters Narrator: Eric Linden Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-17 Publisher: John Winters Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Special forces are defined as military units which are stringently chosen and intensively trained to conduct special missions for a particular country's military, economic, and political objectives. Not much is known about these units. They mostly operate in the shadows and often get confused with conventional forces. One of the common mistakes is to confuse Elite Special-Purpose Infantry Units like the French Foreign Legion's 2nd Foreign Parachute Regiment or the British Royal Marines Commandos as Special Forces Units. In this book, I will discuss the 10 best special forces units in the world. Here is a preview of what you'll learn.... Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Special Forces Subtitle: The Top 10 Special Forces Units in the World Author: John Winters Narrator: Eric Linden Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-17 Publisher: John Winters Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Special forces are defined as military units which are stringently chosen and intensively trained to conduct special missions for a particular country's military, economic, and political objectives. Not much is known about these units. They mostly operate in the shadows and often get confused with conventional forces. One of the common mistakes is to confuse Elite Special-Purpose Infantry Units like the French Foreign Legion's 2nd Foreign Parachute Regiment or the British Royal Marines Commandos as Special Forces Units. In this book, I will discuss the 10 best special forces units in the world. Here is a preview of what you'll learn.... Members Reviews: very in-depth This book goes very in-depth about the different sectors of the special forces, its history, which includes different operations that took place, and the requirements to earn a position in intend these prestigious and undercover groups. It's a great way to get a taste if you are questioning committing to a much longer book under the same topic. A solid recommendation. Down and dirty guide to special forces units Although short, very concise information about these units. Enjoyed this book very much. Three Stars Intresting. I expected more before I bought it. Special forces. I have been hearing and watching special forces and I would say that I am a fan. I just think that they are so cool, and thought how are they chose, like is it really like in those movies? Glad to find this book which told some of the special forces around the world. I am just amazed by their missions, especially the weapons that they have and now I know how the selection is made. I just liked how the book was written, it is clear and detailed I didn't have a hard time picturing things out, like I was there seeing these units. I liked this book very much A different kind of read than usual, I liked this book very much. All the aspects and the ways of operating are extensively described and it was good reading about the special units, that exist in every country but we often don't encounter or know them. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Private-Bradley-Manning-WikiLeaks-and-the-Biggest-Exposure-of-Official-Secrets-in-American-History-Audiobook/B00DN7LRHW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Private: Bradley Manning, WikiLeaks, and the Biggest Exposure of Official Secrets in American History Author: Denver Nicks Narrator: Rob Granniss Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Denver Nicks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Bradley Manning perpetrated the biggest breach of military security in American history. While serving as an Army intelligence analyst, he leaked an astounding amount of classified information to WikiLeaks: classified combat videos, plus hundreds of thousands of documents from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and from embassies around the globe. Nearly all of WikiLeaks' headline-making releases of information have come from a single source: Bradley Manning. The leaks affected governments the world over - the Arab Spring may have been sparked, in part, by Manning's revelations. They propelled WikiLeaks to a level of international prominence it never had before and forever changed the delicate dance between secrecy and transparency. Bradley Manning's story is one of global significance, and yet he remains an enigma. Now, for the first time, the full truth will be told about a man who, at the age of only twenty-two, changed the world. Nicks' book paints a nuanced portrait of a man haunted by demons and driven by hope, impulsive and cocky yet idealistic enough to follow his conscience. Relying on numerous conversations with those who know Manning best and extensive chat logs published here for the first time, Nicks gives the full story of a bright, gay young man from middle America who signs on to serve his country but finds himself serving a cause he finds far more sinister. Manning's is the morally complex tale of a soldier who took matters into his own hands in order to fulfill what he saw as a higher purpose. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Denver Nicks) Thu, 27 Jun 2013 01:26:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Private-Bradley-Manning-WikiLeaks-and-the-Biggest-Exposure-of-Official-Secrets-in-American-History-Audiobook/B00DN7LRHW thebookvoice.com 09:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Private: Bradley Manning, WikiLeaks, and the Biggest Exposure of Official Secrets in American History Author: Denver Nicks Narrator: Rob Granniss Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Denver Nicks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Bradley Manning perpetrated the biggest breach of military security in American history. While serving as an Army intelligence analyst, he leaked an astounding amount of classified information to WikiLeaks: classified combat videos, plus hundreds of thousands of documents from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and from embassies around the globe. Nearly all of WikiLeaks' headline-making releases of information have come from a single source: Bradley Manning. The leaks affected governments the world over - the Arab Spring may have been sparked, in part, by Manning's revelations. They propelled WikiLeaks to a level of international prominence it never had before and forever changed the delicate dance between secrecy and transparency. Bradley Manning's story is one of global significance, and yet he remains an enigma. Now, for the first time, the full truth will be told about a man who, at the age of only twenty-two, changed the world. Nicks' book paints a nuanced portrait of a man haunted by demons and driven by hope, impulsive and cocky yet idealistic enough to follow his conscience. Relying on numerous conversations with those who know Manning best and extensive chat logs published here for the first time, Nicks gives the full story of a bright, gay young man from middle America who signs on to serve his country but finds himself serving a cause he finds far more sinister. Manning's is the morally complex tale of a soldier who took matters into his own hands in order to fulfill what he saw as a higher purpose. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Private: Bradley Manning, WikiLeaks, and the Biggest Exposure of Official Secrets in American History Author: Denver Nicks Narrator: Rob Granniss Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Denver Nicks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Bradley Manning perpetrated the biggest breach of military security in American history. While serving as an Army intelligence analyst, he leaked an astounding amount of classified information to WikiLeaks: classified combat videos, plus hundreds of thousands of documents from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and from embassies around the globe. Nearly all of WikiLeaks' headline-making releases of information have come from a single source: Bradley Manning. The leaks affected governments the world over - the Arab Spring may have been sparked, in part, by Manning's revelations. They propelled WikiLeaks to a level of international prominence it never had before and forever changed the delicate dance between secrecy and transparency. Bradley Manning's story is one of global significance, and yet he remains an enigma. Now, for the first time, the full truth will be told about a man who, at the age of only twenty-two, changed the world. Nicks' book paints a nuanced portrait of a man haunted by demons and driven by hope, impulsive and cocky yet idealistic enough to follow his conscience. Relying on numerous conversations with those who know Manning best and extensive chat logs published here for the first time, Nicks gives the full story of a bright, gay young man from middle America who signs on to serve his country but finds himself serving a cause he finds far more sinister. Manning's is the morally complex tale of a soldier who took matters into his own hands in order to fulfill what he saw as a higher purpose. Members Reviews: The story of the biggest whistleblower ever. Where does Private: Bradley Manning, WikiLeaks, and the Biggest Exposure of Official Secrets in American History rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It's in the top 5 for content alone. This had a lot more information than anything the press has put out on Bradley Manning and has extensive accounts from his friends and soldiers he worked with. What was one of the most memorable moments of Private: Bradley Manning, WikiLeaks, and the Biggest Exposure of Official Secrets in American History? I liked the parallels drawn between the computer expertise Manning and Assange, coming up at different times in the evolution of computers and information systems. Reading about BBS's and the origins of hacking, then countering that with more recent developments in social media and hacker culture was really enthralling. What about Rob Grannisss performance did you like? He gave a really good reading to the technical sections of the book, and wasn't doing overblown impersonations of the people involved. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Reading about Bradley's political aspirations in the context of his current trial and realizing he'll most likely never be able to pursue them. Poor, confused, and conflicted, PFC "Brad" What disappointed you about Private: Bradley Manning, WikiLeaks, and the Biggest Exposure of Official Secrets in American History? This is basically a one sided account, from Mr. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Armageddon-Audiobook/B0036GPPYG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Armageddon Author: Max Hastings Narrator: John Sessions Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-08 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In this compelling study, the author addresses the big human and military questions. Why did the Allies not win the war in 1944, when they were vastly stronger than the Germans? Why did the Russians produce the best generals? What was it like to fight the British, American, German, and Soviet armies? This book embraces the fates of more than a hundred million people, from the tragic teenage fanatics who died in the ruins of Hitler's Reich to the British "Tommies" who simply yearned to finish a painful job and go home. Few books on the Second World War have so vividly brought together the story of the battlefields, east and west, with the decisions of the generals and the impact of great events upon ordinary soldiers and civilians. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Max Hastings) Wed, 13 Feb 2008 02:36:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Armageddon-Audiobook/B0036GPPYG thebookvoice.com 07:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Armageddon Author: Max Hastings Narrator: John Sessions Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-08 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In this compelling study, the author addresses the big human and military questions. Why did the Allies not win the war in 1944, when they were vastly stronger than the Germans? Why did the Russians produce the best generals? What was it like to fight the British, American, German, and Soviet armies? This book embraces the fates of more than a hundred million people, from the tragic teenage fanatics who died in the ruins of Hitler's Reich to the British "Tommies" who simply yearned to finish a painful job and go home. Few books on the Second World War have so vividly brought together the story of the battlefields, east and west, with the decisions of the generals and the impact of great events upon ordinary soldiers and civilians. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Armageddon Author: Max Hastings Narrator: John Sessions Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-13-08 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In this compelling study, the author addresses the big human and military questions. Why did the Allies not win the war in 1944, when they were vastly stronger than the Germans? Why did the Russians produce the best generals? What was it like to fight the British, American, German, and Soviet armies? This book embraces the fates of more than a hundred million people, from the tragic teenage fanatics who died in the ruins of Hitler's Reich to the British "Tommies" who simply yearned to finish a painful job and go home. Few books on the Second World War have so vividly brought together the story of the battlefields, east and west, with the decisions of the generals and the impact of great events upon ordinary soldiers and civilians. Members Reviews: Masterful history. Story telling at its best. Absolutely stunning. Hastings takes the closing chapter of the war and shows it for all its complexity and horror. Its easy to listen to and engaging even for a history buff like myself. Well done. I would recommend this work to anyone and is one of the best audios I have chosen in 6 years !! (I started with .com) Another Hastings success What can you say about a Max Hasting book, it is fantastic, the research that must have gone into this book must is beyond my imagination. It really is a worthwhile read. Highly commend it. An excellent book Where does Armageddon rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? The book is a very well written account of the last few months of the Third Reich from the events just before Operation Market Garden in the autumn 1944 to its eventual collapse in May 1945. Shame its not slightly longer because I enjoyed listening to it so much Have you listened to any of John Sessionss other performances? How does this one compare? First time I have listened to a book narrated by John Sessions but he does a great job here Good, solid history book Well narrated, well researched history book which covers the ending of the war. The audible version is abridged, but still comes in at 7 hours or so. I download3d it to my tablet, then blutoothed it across to my car and listened to it during my commute - it was so good, it was almost enough to make me look forward to going to work! Well written history but short compared to the written version I enjoyed the audio version of this analytical and well written history of the period covering late 1944 through to the end of the war and the consequences for a Germany that until then had been largely untouched within her borders apart from aerial bombing. However, having read the book when it first came out this seemed light on all the detail and statistics that are an essential part of the full story. Regardless, very enjoyable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Halliburtons-Army-Audiobook/B0030CLCES Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Halliburton's Army Subtitle: How a Well-Connected Texas Oil Company Revolutionized the Way America Makes War Author: Pratap Chatterjee Narrator: Ray Childs Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Halliburtons Army is the first book to show, in shocking detail, how Halliburton really does business in Iraq and around the world. From its vital role as the logistical backbone of the U.S. occupation in Iraq to its role in covering up gang-rape amongst its personnel in Baghdad, Halliburtons Army is a devastating bestiary of corporate malfeasance and political cronyism. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pratap Chatterjee) Thu, 10 Dec 2009 02:12:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Halliburtons-Army-Audiobook/B0030CLCES thebookvoice.com 13:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Halliburton's Army Subtitle: How a Well-Connected Texas Oil Company Revolutionized the Way America Makes War Author: Pratap Chatterjee Narrator: Ray Childs Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Halliburtons Army is the first book to show, in shocking detail, how Halliburton really does business in Iraq and around the world. From its vital role as the logistical backbone of the U.S. occupation in Iraq to its role in covering up gang-rape amongst its personnel in Baghdad, Halliburtons Army is a devastating bestiary of corporate malfeasance and political cronyism. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Halliburton's Army Subtitle: How a Well-Connected Texas Oil Company Revolutionized the Way America Makes War Author: Pratap Chatterjee Narrator: Ray Childs Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-10-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Halliburtons Army is the first book to show, in shocking detail, how Halliburton really does business in Iraq and around the world. From its vital role as the logistical backbone of the U.S. occupation in Iraq to its role in covering up gang-rape amongst its personnel in Baghdad, Halliburtons Army is a devastating bestiary of corporate malfeasance and political cronyism. Members Reviews: Relentlessly Thorough The details of Halliburton's activities are so numerous one is inclined to overlook much under the rubric of "over viewed" - the book presents a kind of micro-managed screen through which no human operation could cleanly pass. But details are devilish and those that include such massive profits on the backs of the foreign labor, the overlooked and ignored and covered up rapes, were discouraging in the extreme. I was reminded of Tom Delay in the Marianna Island sweatshops he descibed as "free market in action," when, after a visit in which the real details of financial slavery are overlooked, emerged telling newsreporters "everything is just fine." https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Difference-in-Magnitude-Audiobook/B002V8OF6O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Difference in Magnitude Subtitle: The World's First Nuclear Attacks Author: Pocket University Narrator: Ralph Cosham Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-05 Publisher: Findaway World Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A Difference in Magnitude uses selected government documents, radio and newsreel broadcasts, and eyewitness accounts to tell the story of the atomic bomb and the nuclear attacks on Japan. Letters, official memos, and diary entries describe the Trinity Test in White Sands, New Mexico; recount President Truman's thoughts before the attacks; tell of the opposition of scientists who worked on the Manhattan Project; and give Japan's response to the devastation. Extensive and well-written reports detail and quantify the destruction and casualties. Included are information on how the atomic bomb works and how it compares to conventional weapons, the reasons for the attacks and how the targets were selected. Original documents and recordings provide an authenticity that only audio can give. An interview with members of the crew who dropped the first bomb conveys the objectivity and remoteness of the execution. Eyewitness reports by a Jesuit priest who saw and felt the blast and then treated the injured and dying. And a girl, a student at a junior college who was less than a half-mile from the explosion, describes the havoc and horror on the ground. Masterfully narrated by Ralph Cosham, this original production is powerful and compelling. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pocket University) Tue, 23 Aug 2005 21:01:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Difference-in-Magnitude-Audiobook/B002V8OF6O thebookvoice.com 02:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Difference in Magnitude Subtitle: The World's First Nuclear Attacks Author: Pocket University Narrator: Ralph Cosham Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-05 Publisher: Findaway World Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A Difference in Magnitude uses selected government documents, radio and newsreel broadcasts, and eyewitness accounts to tell the story of the atomic bomb and the nuclear attacks on Japan. Letters, official memos, and diary entries describe the Trinity Test in White Sands, New Mexico; recount President Truman's thoughts before the attacks; tell of the opposition of scientists who worked on the Manhattan Project; and give Japan's response to the devastation. Extensive and well-written reports detail and quantify the destruction and casualties. Included are information on how the atomic bomb works and how it compares to conventional weapons, the reasons for the attacks and how the targets were selected. Original documents and recordings provide an authenticity that only audio can give. An interview with members of the crew who dropped the first bomb conveys the objectivity and remoteness of the execution. Eyewitness reports by a Jesuit priest who saw and felt the blast and then treated the injured and dying. And a girl, a student at a junior college who was less than a half-mile from the explosion, describes the havoc and horror on the ground. Masterfully narrated by Ralph Cosham, this original production is powerful and compelling. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Difference in Magnitude Subtitle: The World's First Nuclear Attacks Author: Pocket University Narrator: Ralph Cosham Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-05 Publisher: Findaway World Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A Difference in Magnitude uses selected government documents, radio and newsreel broadcasts, and eyewitness accounts to tell the story of the atomic bomb and the nuclear attacks on Japan. Letters, official memos, and diary entries describe the Trinity Test in White Sands, New Mexico; recount President Truman's thoughts before the attacks; tell of the opposition of scientists who worked on the Manhattan Project; and give Japan's response to the devastation. Extensive and well-written reports detail and quantify the destruction and casualties. Included are information on how the atomic bomb works and how it compares to conventional weapons, the reasons for the attacks and how the targets were selected. Original documents and recordings provide an authenticity that only audio can give. An interview with members of the crew who dropped the first bomb conveys the objectivity and remoteness of the execution. Eyewitness reports by a Jesuit priest who saw and felt the blast and then treated the injured and dying. And a girl, a student at a junior college who was less than a half-mile from the explosion, describes the havoc and horror on the ground. Masterfully narrated by Ralph Cosham, this original production is powerful and compelling. Members Reviews: Very informative A very detailed attempt to explain (summarize) the assessments of the first atom bombs uses with a lot of data gathered after the war. Very informative This book presents very well documented information. This is not just for kids. I recommend this book to anyone period. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-True-Glory-Audiobook/B002V8M962 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No True Glory Subtitle: A Frontline Account of the Battle for Fallujah Author: Bing West Narrator: Dennis Boutsikaris Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The epic battle for Fallujah revealed the startling connections between policy and combat that are a part of the new reality of war. The Marines had planned to slip into Fallujah "as soft as fog". But after four American contractors were brutally murdered, President Bush ordered an attack on the city, against the advice of the Marines. The assault sparked a political firestorm, and the Marines were forced to withdraw amid controversy and confusion, only to be ordered a second time to take a city that had become an inferno of hate and the lair of the archterrorist al-Zarqawi. Based on months spent with the battalions in Fallujah and hundreds of interviews at every level (senior policymakers, negotiators, generals, and soldiers and Marines on the front lines) No True Glory is a testament to the bravery of the American soldier and a cautionary tale about the complex, and often costly, interconnected roles of policy, politics, and battle in the twenty-first century. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bing West) Sat, 24 Sep 2005 14:15:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-True-Glory-Audiobook/B002V8M962 thebookvoice.com 05:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No True Glory Subtitle: A Frontline Account of the Battle for Fallujah Author: Bing West Narrator: Dennis Boutsikaris Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The epic battle for Fallujah revealed the startling connections between policy and combat that are a part of the new reality of war. The Marines had planned to slip into Fallujah "as soft as fog". But after four American contractors were brutally murdered, President Bush ordered an attack on the city, against the advice of the Marines. The assault sparked a political firestorm, and the Marines were forced to withdraw amid controversy and confusion, only to be ordered a second time to take a city that had become an inferno of hate and the lair of the archterrorist al-Zarqawi. Based on months spent with the battalions in Fallujah and hundreds of interviews at every level (senior policymakers, negotiators, generals, and soldiers and Marines on the front lines) No True Glory is a testament to the bravery of the American soldier and a cautionary tale about the complex, and often costly, interconnected roles of policy, politics, and battle in the twenty-first century. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No True Glory Subtitle: A Frontline Account of the Battle for Fallujah Author: Bing West Narrator: Dennis Boutsikaris Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The epic battle for Fallujah revealed the startling connections between policy and combat that are a part of the new reality of war. The Marines had planned to slip into Fallujah "as soft as fog". But after four American contractors were brutally murdered, President Bush ordered an attack on the city, against the advice of the Marines. The assault sparked a political firestorm, and the Marines were forced to withdraw amid controversy and confusion, only to be ordered a second time to take a city that had become an inferno of hate and the lair of the archterrorist al-Zarqawi. Based on months spent with the battalions in Fallujah and hundreds of interviews at every level (senior policymakers, negotiators, generals, and soldiers and Marines on the front lines) No True Glory is a testament to the bravery of the American soldier and a cautionary tale about the complex, and often costly, interconnected roles of policy, politics, and battle in the twenty-first century. Members Reviews: Gripping portrayal Terrific ground level account of the US Marines' battle(s) for Fall Utah by an experienced Marine and ex DOD Asst Sec. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Air-Forces-Black-Ceiling-Audiobook/B077K8DRY1 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Air Force's Black Ceiling Author: Ivan Thompson Narrator: Eric Kirkless Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-17 Publisher: Launch Productions Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Air Force's Black Ceiling is a view of diversity in the air force from one man's over 28 years in the US Air Force. This view begins with his perspectives and insights as an air force academy cadet and continues with his progression through company and field grade ranks. It also includes special insights gained while serving on the Secretary of Defense's Diversity Task Force as the Deputy Director of the Defense Business Practice Implementation Board. The author's view of diversity has been bolstered by face-to-face interviews with five former African-American Air Force four-star generals and numerous current and former African-American generals in the air force and the army. The author's views are also influenced by numerous discussions with former graduates of the US Air Force Academy, his work with the Tuskegee Airmen chapters, and his own detailed research into the biographies of former air force chiefs of staff and former strategic, tactical, and air combat commanders. The title might imply that the "black ceiling" has been put in place on purpose by senior air force leaders.... the listener will find out that isn't the case. The listener, however, will find out that there are very distinct remnants of an intricate system of exclusionary development practices, cultural practices, stereotypes, and biases that have served to keep the ceiling in place for African-American men throughout the air force's existence. The author redefines diversity in an effort to show that certain doors in the US Air Force still remain solidly closed to African-Americans in 2016. Previous definitions of diversity allowed the air force to appear successful if it had a black four-star general on the roster. The author's definition keys in on diversity in the fighter pilot ranks. This is a critical distinction. It is a pivotal distinction to point out that, until 2015, the air force has never had so much as a three-star general in charge of fighter or bomber forces in tactical, strategic, or air combat command or in US Air Forces in Europe. There has never been a four-star commander of any of these commands. A generation of fighting the Cold War in Europe, nearly a generation of war-fighting in Iraq, with no African-American three-star generals leading the fight until 2015. The author shows in detail the selective and exclusionary development of non-minority officers from the time of commission, only to point to changes that must be made to change diversity where it is needed most: fighter pilot general officers. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ivan Thompson) Tue, 21 Nov 2017 08:58:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Air-Forces-Black-Ceiling-Audiobook/B077K8DRY1 thebookvoice.com 03:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Air Force's Black Ceiling Author: Ivan Thompson Narrator: Eric Kirkless Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-17 Publisher: Launch Productions Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Air Force's Black Ceiling is a view of diversity in the air force from one man's over 28 years in the US Air Force. This view begins with his perspectives and insights as an air force academy cadet and continues with his progression through company and field grade ranks. It also includes special insights gained while serving on the Secretary of Defense's Diversity Task Force as the Deputy Director of the Defense Business Practice Implementation Board. The author's view of diversity has been bolstered by face-to-face interviews with five former African-American Air Force four-star generals and numerous current and former African-American generals in the air force and the army. The author's views are also influenced by numerous discussions with former graduates of the US Air Force Academy, his work with the Tuskegee Airmen chapters, and his own detailed research into the biographies of former air force chiefs of staff and former strategic, tactical, and air combat commanders. The title might imply that the "black ceiling" has been put in place on purpose by senior air force leaders.... the listener will find out that isn't the case. The listener, however, will find out that there are very distinct remnants of an intricate system of exclusionary development practices, cultural practices, stereotypes, and biases that have served to keep the ceiling in place for African-American men throughout the air force's existence. The author redefines diversity in an effort to show that certain doors in the US Air Force still remain solidly closed to African-Americans in 2016. Previous definitions of diversity allowed the air force to appear successful if it had a black four-star general on the roster. The author's definition keys in on diversity in the fighter pilot ranks. This is a critical distinction. It is a pivotal distinction to point out that, until 2015, the air force has never had so much as a three-star general in charge of fighter or bomber forces in tactical, strategic, or air combat command or in US Air Forces in Europe. There has never been a four-star commander of any of these commands. A generation of fighting the Cold War in Europe, nearly a generation of war-fighting in Iraq, with no African-American three-star generals leading the fight until 2015. The author shows in detail the selective and exclusionary development of non-minority officers from the time of commission, only to point to changes that must be made to change diversity where it is needed most: fighter pilot general officers. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Air Force's Black Ceiling Author: Ivan Thompson Narrator: Eric Kirkless Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-17 Publisher: Launch Productions Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Air Force's Black Ceiling is a view of diversity in the air force from one man's over 28 years in the US Air Force. This view begins with his perspectives and insights as an air force academy cadet and continues with his progression through company and field grade ranks. It also includes special insights gained while serving on the Secretary of Defense's Diversity Task Force as the Deputy Director of the Defense Business Practice Implementation Board. The author's view of diversity has been bolstered by face-to-face interviews with five former African-American Air Force four-star generals and numerous current and former African-American generals in the air force and the army. The author's views are also influenced by numerous discussions with former graduates of the US Air Force Academy, his work with the Tuskegee Airmen chapters, and his own detailed research into the biographies of former air force chiefs of staff and former strategic, tactical, and air combat commanders. The title might imply that the "black ceiling" has been put in place on purpose by senior air force leaders.... the listener will find out that isn't the case. The listener, however, will find out that there are very distinct remnants of an intricate system of exclusionary development practices, cultural practices, stereotypes, and biases that have served to keep the ceiling in place for African-American men throughout the air force's existence. The author redefines diversity in an effort to show that certain doors in the US Air Force still remain solidly closed to African-Americans in 2016. Previous definitions of diversity allowed the air force to appear successful if it had a black four-star general on the roster. The author's definition keys in on diversity in the fighter pilot ranks. This is a critical distinction. It is a pivotal distinction to point out that, until 2015, the air force has never had so much as a three-star general in charge of fighter or bomber forces in tactical, strategic, or air combat command or in US Air Forces in Europe. There has never been a four-star commander of any of these commands. A generation of fighting the Cold War in Europe, nearly a generation of war-fighting in Iraq, with no African-American three-star generals leading the fight until 2015. The author shows in detail the selective and exclusionary development of non-minority officers from the time of commission, only to point to changes that must be made to change diversity where it is needed most: fighter pilot general officers. Members Reviews: The Air Forces Black Ceiling The Air Forces Black Ceiling is a fantastic listen and I recommend it to anyone who wants to expand there views on the Air Force. The book delivers extensive detail and has many facts supporting the topic. Its very well laid out and is a must to listen to. Eye Opening Reaearch The research of Lt. Col. Thompson is both eye opening and compelling. change is needed https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Making-War-at-Fort-Hood-Audiobook/B00CJICNZQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Making War at Fort Hood Subtitle: Life and Uncertainty in a Military Community Author: Kenneth T. MacLeish Narrator: Ralph Morocco Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Making War at Fort Hood offers an illuminating look at war through the daily lives of the people whose job it is to produce it. Kenneth MacLeish conducted a year of intensive fieldwork among soldiers and their families at and around the US Army's Fort Hood in central Texas. He shows how war's reach extends far beyond the battlefield into military communities where violence is as routine, boring, and normal as it is shocking and traumatic. Fort Hood is one of the largest military installations in the world, and many of the 55,000 personnel based there have served multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. MacLeish provides intimate portraits of Fort Hood's soldiers and those closest to them, drawing on numerous in-depth interviews and diverse ethnographic material. He explores the exceptional position that soldiers occupy in relation to violence--not only trained to fight and kill, but placed deliberately in harm's way and offered up to die. The death and destruction of war happen to soldiers on purpose. MacLeish interweaves gripping narrative with critical theory and anthropological analysis to vividly describe this unique condition of vulnerability. Along the way, he sheds new light on the dynamics of military family life, stereotypes of veterans, what it means for civilians to say "thank you" to soldiers, and other questions about the sometimes ordinary, sometimes agonizing labor of making war. Making War at Fort Hood is the first ethnography to examine the everyday lives of the soldiers, families, and communities who personally bear the burden of America's most recent wars. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kenneth T. MacLeish) Fri, 10 May 2013 17:52:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Making-War-at-Fort-Hood-Audiobook/B00CJICNZQ thebookvoice.com 10:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Making War at Fort Hood Subtitle: Life and Uncertainty in a Military Community Author: Kenneth T. MacLeish Narrator: Ralph Morocco Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Making War at Fort Hood offers an illuminating look at war through the daily lives of the people whose job it is to produce it. Kenneth MacLeish conducted a year of intensive fieldwork among soldiers and their families at and around the US Army's Fort Hood in central Texas. He shows how war's reach extends far beyond the battlefield into military communities where violence is as routine, boring, and normal as it is shocking and traumatic. Fort Hood is one of the largest military installations in the world, and many of the 55,000 personnel based there have served multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. MacLeish provides intimate portraits of Fort Hood's soldiers and those closest to them, drawing on numerous in-depth interviews and diverse ethnographic material. He explores the exceptional position that soldiers occupy in relation to violence--not only trained to fight and kill, but placed deliberately in harm's way and offered up to die. The death and destruction of war happen to soldiers on purpose. MacLeish interweaves gripping narrative with critical theory and anthropological analysis to vividly describe this unique condition of vulnerability. Along the way, he sheds new light on the dynamics of military family life, stereotypes of veterans, what it means for civilians to say "thank you" to soldiers, and other questions about the sometimes ordinary, sometimes agonizing labor of making war. Making War at Fort Hood is the first ethnography to examine the everyday lives of the soldiers, families, and communities who personally bear the burden of America's most recent wars. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Making War at Fort Hood Subtitle: Life and Uncertainty in a Military Community Author: Kenneth T. MacLeish Narrator: Ralph Morocco Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Making War at Fort Hood offers an illuminating look at war through the daily lives of the people whose job it is to produce it. Kenneth MacLeish conducted a year of intensive fieldwork among soldiers and their families at and around the US Army's Fort Hood in central Texas. He shows how war's reach extends far beyond the battlefield into military communities where violence is as routine, boring, and normal as it is shocking and traumatic. Fort Hood is one of the largest military installations in the world, and many of the 55,000 personnel based there have served multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan. MacLeish provides intimate portraits of Fort Hood's soldiers and those closest to them, drawing on numerous in-depth interviews and diverse ethnographic material. He explores the exceptional position that soldiers occupy in relation to violence--not only trained to fight and kill, but placed deliberately in harm's way and offered up to die. The death and destruction of war happen to soldiers on purpose. MacLeish interweaves gripping narrative with critical theory and anthropological analysis to vividly describe this unique condition of vulnerability. Along the way, he sheds new light on the dynamics of military family life, stereotypes of veterans, what it means for civilians to say "thank you" to soldiers, and other questions about the sometimes ordinary, sometimes agonizing labor of making war. Making War at Fort Hood is the first ethnography to examine the everyday lives of the soldiers, families, and communities who personally bear the burden of America's most recent wars. Members Reviews: Disillusioned And glad of it. Being disillusioned, having our point of view changed, is underrated.This window into the world of those we designate to make war for us realigned my view and made me face this aspect of our nation's life--something much easier to push out of conscious thought. I have two nephews in the military--both very young--and now I need to know the best ways to be a source of support for them. The most wrenching part, for me, was the realization of the altered point of view of the soldier, shaped by the requirements of the job. A close second was the exposition of the burden imposed by thanking or "honoring" these men. It made me realize that much of what we do in this realm is for us and our comfort, not theirs. If you are a civilian, this book will advance your understanding of the soldier and his/her work. Five Stars Great condition Very informative Let's you really know just how hard it is for our guys to go over to Iraq and Afghanistan and other countries to defend our country, and then...come home to face other problems. They need our support, financial and otherwise. My husband spent 20 years in the Army. He went away three times to defend our country. I understand what it's like to be left at home to be everything to your children, to always keep a positive attitude...to get up and make every day new day and take each day as it comes. More academic than I expected There's plenty of interesting and enlightening detail about what life is like for soldiers who are waiting to be deployed, soldiers who have returned from deployment, and their families. But there's also a lot of academic jargon. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/American-Soldier-Audiobook/B002VA3O1O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Soldier Author: General Tommy R. Franks, Malcolm McConnell Narrator: General Tommy R. Franks Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-04 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Commander in Chief of the United States Central Command from July 2000 through July 2003, General Tommy Franks made history leading American and Coalition forces to victory in Afghanistan and Iraq, the decisive battles that launched the war on terrorism. General Franks retraces his journey from a small-town boyhood through a lifetime of military service, including his heroic tour as an Artillery officer in Vietnam, where he was wounded three times. Drawing on military records declassified for this book, Franks offers the first true insider's account of the war on terrorism. He puts you in the Operations Center for the launch of Operation Enduring Freedom just weeks after 9/11, capturing its uncertain early days and the historic victory that followed. When President Bush focused world attention on the threat of Iraq, Franks seized the moment to implement a bold new vision of joint warfare in planning Operation Iraqi Freedom. Rejecting Desert Storm-style massive troop deployment in favor of flexibility and speed, Franks was questioned by the defense establishment, including Secretary of State Colin Powell. Yet his vision was proven on the ground: Within three weeks, Baghdad had fallen. Franks describes the covert diplomacy that helped secure international cooperation for the war, and speaks frankly of intelligence shortcomings that endangered our troops, and of the credible WMD threats that influenced every planning decision. He offers an unvarnished portrait of the "disruptive and divisive" Washington bureaucracy, and a candid assessment of the war's aftermath. Yet in the end, as American Soldier demonstrates, the battles in Afghanistan and Iraq remain heroic victories, wars of liberation won by troops whose valor was "unequalled by anything in the annals of war." bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (General Tommy R. Franks) Thu, 05 Aug 2004 01:55:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/American-Soldier-Audiobook/B002VA3O1O thebookvoice.com 06:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Soldier Author: General Tommy R. Franks, Malcolm McConnell Narrator: General Tommy R. Franks Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-04 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Commander in Chief of the United States Central Command from July 2000 through July 2003, General Tommy Franks made history leading American and Coalition forces to victory in Afghanistan and Iraq, the decisive battles that launched the war on terrorism. General Franks retraces his journey from a small-town boyhood through a lifetime of military service, including his heroic tour as an Artillery officer in Vietnam, where he was wounded three times. Drawing on military records declassified for this book, Franks offers the first true insider's account of the war on terrorism. He puts you in the Operations Center for the launch of Operation Enduring Freedom just weeks after 9/11, capturing its uncertain early days and the historic victory that followed. When President Bush focused world attention on the threat of Iraq, Franks seized the moment to implement a bold new vision of joint warfare in planning Operation Iraqi Freedom. Rejecting Desert Storm-style massive troop deployment in favor of flexibility and speed, Franks was questioned by the defense establishment, including Secretary of State Colin Powell. Yet his vision was proven on the ground: Within three weeks, Baghdad had fallen. Franks describes the covert diplomacy that helped secure international cooperation for the war, and speaks frankly of intelligence shortcomings that endangered our troops, and of the credible WMD threats that influenced every planning decision. He offers an unvarnished portrait of the "disruptive and divisive" Washington bureaucracy, and a candid assessment of the war's aftermath. Yet in the end, as American Soldier demonstrates, the battles in Afghanistan and Iraq remain heroic victories, wars of liberation won by troops whose valor was "unequalled by anything in the annals of war." Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Soldier Author: General Tommy R. Franks, Malcolm McConnell Narrator: General Tommy R. Franks Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-04 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Commander in Chief of the United States Central Command from July 2000 through July 2003, General Tommy Franks made history leading American and Coalition forces to victory in Afghanistan and Iraq, the decisive battles that launched the war on terrorism. General Franks retraces his journey from a small-town boyhood through a lifetime of military service, including his heroic tour as an Artillery officer in Vietnam, where he was wounded three times. Drawing on military records declassified for this book, Franks offers the first true insider's account of the war on terrorism. He puts you in the Operations Center for the launch of Operation Enduring Freedom just weeks after 9/11, capturing its uncertain early days and the historic victory that followed. When President Bush focused world attention on the threat of Iraq, Franks seized the moment to implement a bold new vision of joint warfare in planning Operation Iraqi Freedom. Rejecting Desert Storm-style massive troop deployment in favor of flexibility and speed, Franks was questioned by the defense establishment, including Secretary of State Colin Powell. Yet his vision was proven on the ground: Within three weeks, Baghdad had fallen. Franks describes the covert diplomacy that helped secure international cooperation for the war, and speaks frankly of intelligence shortcomings that endangered our troops, and of the credible WMD threats that influenced every planning decision. He offers an unvarnished portrait of the "disruptive and divisive" Washington bureaucracy, and a candid assessment of the war's aftermath. Yet in the end, as American Soldier demonstrates, the battles in Afghanistan and Iraq remain heroic victories, wars of liberation won by troops whose valor was "unequalled by anything in the annals of war." Members Reviews: More accurate, better written than Woodward Tommy Franks reading his own words shows what "voice" means as an abstraction about a prose style. He makes the key players and events of the second Iraq war come alive - no matter what your position on the war, you will learn things and I suspect come to respect a man named Tommy Franks. Not a great story This is not the most inspiring story, but a good understanding of the man's life. wonderful book wonderful man excellent story by a truly remarkable person spoken in his own words. great job audible.com. Best Audio Book BAR NONE! What an amazing audio book! Having Tommy read his own words brings Audio Books to an ENTIRELY new level. I have listened to this book EVERY day on my way to work for the past two months! Very engrossing! 5 Stars is too low a rating for such a detailed and accurate history that reads like a motion picture! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Operators-Audiobook/B01H456K7U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Operators Author: Michael Hastings Narrator: Dan Russell Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Whole Story AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: General Stanley McChrystal, commander of international and US forces in Afghanistan, was living large, with staff calling him a rock star. Journalist Michael Hastings of Rolling Stone looked on as McChrystal and his staff let off steam, partying and openly bashing the Obama administration. When Hastings' piece appeared a few months later, it set off a political firestorm: McChrystal was ordered to Washington, where he was unceremoniously fired. Hastings gives us a shocking behind-the-scenes portrait of Allied military commanders, their high-stakes manoeuvres and often bitter bureaucratic infighting. Critic Reviews: "An insightful look at how powerful some of the US's top generals really are, and also unwraps some of the chaos behind allied military command and the so-called 'war on terror'." (The Sunday Business Post) "Hastings offers a fiercely intelligent analysis of how the American military spun the war in Afghanistan." (The Sunday Telegraph) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Hastings) Thu, 07 Jul 2016 01:46:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Operators-Audiobook/B01H456K7U thebookvoice.com 13:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Operators Author: Michael Hastings Narrator: Dan Russell Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Whole Story AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: General Stanley McChrystal, commander of international and US forces in Afghanistan, was living large, with staff calling him a rock star. Journalist Michael Hastings of Rolling Stone looked on as McChrystal and his staff let off steam, partying and openly bashing the Obama administration. When Hastings' piece appeared a few months later, it set off a political firestorm: McChrystal was ordered to Washington, where he was unceremoniously fired. Hastings gives us a shocking behind-the-scenes portrait of Allied military commanders, their high-stakes manoeuvres and often bitter bureaucratic infighting. Critic Reviews: "An insightful look at how powerful some of the US's top generals really are, and also unwraps some of the chaos behind allied military command and the so-called 'war on terror'." (The Sunday Business Post) "Hastings offers a fiercely intelligent analysis of how the American military spun the war in Afghanistan." (The Sunday Telegraph) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Operators Author: Michael Hastings Narrator: Dan Russell Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-16 Publisher: Whole Story AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: General Stanley McChrystal, commander of international and US forces in Afghanistan, was living large, with staff calling him a rock star. Journalist Michael Hastings of Rolling Stone looked on as McChrystal and his staff let off steam, partying and openly bashing the Obama administration. When Hastings' piece appeared a few months later, it set off a political firestorm: McChrystal was ordered to Washington, where he was unceremoniously fired. Hastings gives us a shocking behind-the-scenes portrait of Allied military commanders, their high-stakes manoeuvres and often bitter bureaucratic infighting. Critic Reviews: "An insightful look at how powerful some of the US's top generals really are, and also unwraps some of the chaos behind allied military command and the so-called 'war on terror'." (The Sunday Business Post) "Hastings offers a fiercely intelligent analysis of how the American military spun the war in Afghanistan." (The Sunday Telegraph) Members Reviews: A good accompaniment to war machine I wanted to read this after seeing Brad Pitt's warm machine. I thought it was fascinating. It was good to get the complete picture around what happened. Let's hope they learn from it. Revealing The author was candid and frank in his assessment of both the subject and at times himself. The story is unique as he was not bluffed by his proximity to the people however he did remain respectful of the subjects. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Origins-of-the-Lost-Fleet-of-the-Mongol-Empire-Audiobook/B075LM9B2Z Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Origins of the Lost Fleet of the Mongol Empire Subtitle: Ed Rachal Foundation Nautical Archaeology Series Author: Randall James Sasaki Narrator: Damian Salandy Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In The Origins of the Lost Fleet of the Mongol Empire, Randall Sasaki provides a starting point for understanding the technology of the failed Mongol invasion of Japan in AD 1281 as well as the history of shipbuilding in East Asia. He has created a timber category database, analyzed methods of joinery, and studied contemporary approaches to shipbuilding in order to ascertain the origins and types of vessels that composed the Mongol fleet. Although no conclusive statements can be made regarding the origins of the vessels, it appears that historical documents and archaeological evidence correspond well to each other, and that many of the remains analyzed were from smaller vessels built in China's Yangtze River Valley. Large, V-shaped cargo ships and the Korean vessels probably represent a small portion of the timbers raised at the Takashima shipwreck site. The audiobook is published by Texas A&M University Press. Critic Reviews: "An insightful, detailed forensic study of the lost fleet of Khubilai Khan." (James P. Delgado, author of Khubilai Khan's Lost Fleet: In Search of a Legendary Armada) "Offers a window into the Mongol invasion fleet, including its origins, organization, and loss. For those into marine archaeology, it is a fascinating look at how research is done." (Nautical Research Journal) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Randall James Sasaki) Thu, 14 Sep 2017 15:10:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Origins-of-the-Lost-Fleet-of-the-Mongol-Empire-Audiobook/B075LM9B2Z thebookvoice.com 05:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Origins of the Lost Fleet of the Mongol Empire Subtitle: Ed Rachal Foundation Nautical Archaeology Series Author: Randall James Sasaki Narrator: Damian Salandy Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In The Origins of the Lost Fleet of the Mongol Empire, Randall Sasaki provides a starting point for understanding the technology of the failed Mongol invasion of Japan in AD 1281 as well as the history of shipbuilding in East Asia. He has created a timber category database, analyzed methods of joinery, and studied contemporary approaches to shipbuilding in order to ascertain the origins and types of vessels that composed the Mongol fleet. Although no conclusive statements can be made regarding the origins of the vessels, it appears that historical documents and archaeological evidence correspond well to each other, and that many of the remains analyzed were from smaller vessels built in China's Yangtze River Valley. Large, V-shaped cargo ships and the Korean vessels probably represent a small portion of the timbers raised at the Takashima shipwreck site. The audiobook is published by Texas A&M University Press. Critic Reviews: "An insightful, detailed forensic study of the lost fleet of Khubilai Khan." (James P. Delgado, author of Khubilai Khan's Lost Fleet: In Search of a Legendary Armada) "Offers a window into the Mongol invasion fleet, including its origins, organization, and loss. For those into marine archaeology, it is a fascinating look at how research is done." (Nautical Research Journal) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Origins of the Lost Fleet of the Mongol Empire Subtitle: Ed Rachal Foundation Nautical Archaeology Series Author: Randall James Sasaki Narrator: Damian Salandy Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In The Origins of the Lost Fleet of the Mongol Empire, Randall Sasaki provides a starting point for understanding the technology of the failed Mongol invasion of Japan in AD 1281 as well as the history of shipbuilding in East Asia. He has created a timber category database, analyzed methods of joinery, and studied contemporary approaches to shipbuilding in order to ascertain the origins and types of vessels that composed the Mongol fleet. Although no conclusive statements can be made regarding the origins of the vessels, it appears that historical documents and archaeological evidence correspond well to each other, and that many of the remains analyzed were from smaller vessels built in China's Yangtze River Valley. Large, V-shaped cargo ships and the Korean vessels probably represent a small portion of the timbers raised at the Takashima shipwreck site. The audiobook is published by Texas A&M University Press. Critic Reviews: "An insightful, detailed forensic study of the lost fleet of Khubilai Khan." (James P. Delgado, author of Khubilai Khan's Lost Fleet: In Search of a Legendary Armada) "Offers a window into the Mongol invasion fleet, including its origins, organization, and loss. For those into marine archaeology, it is a fascinating look at how research is done." (Nautical Research Journal) Members Reviews: Five Stars Well written and thoroughly researched! Nautical archaeology of the doomed vessels at Takashima This is an engaging read, especially for anyone interested in nautical archaeology in the Medieval Era. The author is a PhD candidate and this book is a publication of his MA Thesis from TX A&M. This book is an archaeological story of the recovered wooden artifacts pertaining to Genk, the Mongol invasion of Japan in the 13th century. In the preface Sasaki states âthe main theme of this book is to reveal the naval organization of the second Mongol invasion of Japan through the analysis of timber remains of hulls discovered at the Takashima underwater site.â The first part of the book gives background information regarding the archaeological excavations at Takashima as well as a short history of Genk. The remainder of the book examines the wooden artifacts that were cataloged and analyzed. Sasaki is meticulous and thorough with his explanations in each of his chapters that focus on different wooden artifacts. He not only examined the wooden artifacts at Takashima, he also compared them to other vessels found off the coast of China and Korea that date to the similar era. This book is not a historical narrative of the events that took place in 1281. Its primary focus is archaeology. There are many questions that have cropped up from the excavations as well as some historical evidence that pertain to Kamikaze (divine wind), but Randall Sasaki remains focused on his theme and does not deviate with tangents. Other publications have suggested the fate of the fleet may have been attributed to man-made factors. This book will leave one questioning whether or not the early theories are indeed correct. The excavations at Takashima have slowed down due to lack of funding. Preservation of the artifacts has been costly and time consuming. Hopefully this book, and others, will bring a greater awareness to the public and create a greater interest on the subject. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/American-Coup-Audiobook/B00EQ8FYS0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Coup Subtitle: How a Terrified Government Is Destroying the Constitution Author: William M. Arkin Narrator: William M. Arkin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A stunning exploration of the subtle erosion of freedom in an age of concocted fear and de facto military authority. When we think of a military coup, the first image that comes to mind is a general, standing at a podium with a flag behind him, declaring the deposing of elected leaders and the institution of martial law. Think again. In American Coup, William Arkin reveals the desk-bound takeover of the highest reaches of government by a coterie of "grey men" of the national security establishment. Operating between the lines of the Constitution this powerful and unelected group fights to save the nation from "terror" and weapons of mass destruction while at the same time modifying and undermining the very essence of the country. Many books are written about secrecy, surveillance, and government law-breaking; none so powerfully expose the truth of everyday life in this state of war. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William M. Arkin) Tue, 10 Sep 2013 07:00:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/American-Coup-Audiobook/B00EQ8FYS0 thebookvoice.com 08:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Coup Subtitle: How a Terrified Government Is Destroying the Constitution Author: William M. Arkin Narrator: William M. Arkin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A stunning exploration of the subtle erosion of freedom in an age of concocted fear and de facto military authority. When we think of a military coup, the first image that comes to mind is a general, standing at a podium with a flag behind him, declaring the deposing of elected leaders and the institution of martial law. Think again. In American Coup, William Arkin reveals the desk-bound takeover of the highest reaches of government by a coterie of "grey men" of the national security establishment. Operating between the lines of the Constitution this powerful and unelected group fights to save the nation from "terror" and weapons of mass destruction while at the same time modifying and undermining the very essence of the country. Many books are written about secrecy, surveillance, and government law-breaking; none so powerfully expose the truth of everyday life in this state of war. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: American Coup Subtitle: How a Terrified Government Is Destroying the Constitution Author: William M. Arkin Narrator: William M. Arkin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A stunning exploration of the subtle erosion of freedom in an age of concocted fear and de facto military authority. When we think of a military coup, the first image that comes to mind is a general, standing at a podium with a flag behind him, declaring the deposing of elected leaders and the institution of martial law. Think again. In American Coup, William Arkin reveals the desk-bound takeover of the highest reaches of government by a coterie of "grey men" of the national security establishment. Operating between the lines of the Constitution this powerful and unelected group fights to save the nation from "terror" and weapons of mass destruction while at the same time modifying and undermining the very essence of the country. Many books are written about secrecy, surveillance, and government law-breaking; none so powerfully expose the truth of everyday life in this state of war. Members Reviews: eh Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? maybe, the narrator is a drag, every fifteenth sentence ends with a drop off cadence where-as I can not understand the last word. The post production edits SUCK. Jeesh, I could do better. It's like he read it at one place and somebody else did the vox edits on a old-school panasonic cassette recorder. If you listen to it with ear buds be prepared to jump at least a dozen times when the level and timber changes. What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) sure, not much I wouldn't expect. At least it's not doom-and-gloom What didnt you like about William M. Arkins performance? everything. Get someone else to read your stuff, and get someone else to record it. Do you think American Coup needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? nah, it's just more business as usual for the big G https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Taliban-Audiobook/B01HZK1M40 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taliban Subtitle: Afghanistan's Most Lethal Insurgents Author: Mark Silinsky Narrator: Tracy Russell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-16 Publisher: Praeger of ABC Clio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Battle hardened, tribally oriented, and deeply committed to its cause, the Taliban has proven itself resourceful, adaptable, and often successful. As such, the Taliban presents a counterinsurgency puzzle for which the United States has yet to identify effective military tactics, information operations, and Coalition developmental policies. Written by one of the Department of the Army's leading intelligence and military analysts on the Taliban, this book covers the group's complete history, including its formation, ideology, and political power, as well as the origins of its current conflict with the United States. The work carefully analyzes the agenda, capabilities, and support base of the Taliban; forecasts the group's likely course of action to retake Afghanistan; and details the Coalition forces' probable counterinsurgency responses. Author Mark Silinsky also reviews the successes and failures of the latest US counterinsurgency doctrine to extrapolate the best strategies for future counterinsurgency campaigns. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Silinsky) Wed, 06 Jul 2016 08:28:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Taliban-Audiobook/B01HZK1M40 thebookvoice.com 08:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taliban Subtitle: Afghanistan's Most Lethal Insurgents Author: Mark Silinsky Narrator: Tracy Russell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-16 Publisher: Praeger of ABC Clio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Battle hardened, tribally oriented, and deeply committed to its cause, the Taliban has proven itself resourceful, adaptable, and often successful. As such, the Taliban presents a counterinsurgency puzzle for which the United States has yet to identify effective military tactics, information operations, and Coalition developmental policies. Written by one of the Department of the Army's leading intelligence and military analysts on the Taliban, this book covers the group's complete history, including its formation, ideology, and political power, as well as the origins of its current conflict with the United States. The work carefully analyzes the agenda, capabilities, and support base of the Taliban; forecasts the group's likely course of action to retake Afghanistan; and details the Coalition forces' probable counterinsurgency responses. Author Mark Silinsky also reviews the successes and failures of the latest US counterinsurgency doctrine to extrapolate the best strategies for future counterinsurgency campaigns. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taliban Subtitle: Afghanistan's Most Lethal Insurgents Author: Mark Silinsky Narrator: Tracy Russell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-16 Publisher: Praeger of ABC Clio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Battle hardened, tribally oriented, and deeply committed to its cause, the Taliban has proven itself resourceful, adaptable, and often successful. As such, the Taliban presents a counterinsurgency puzzle for which the United States has yet to identify effective military tactics, information operations, and Coalition developmental policies. Written by one of the Department of the Army's leading intelligence and military analysts on the Taliban, this book covers the group's complete history, including its formation, ideology, and political power, as well as the origins of its current conflict with the United States. The work carefully analyzes the agenda, capabilities, and support base of the Taliban; forecasts the group's likely course of action to retake Afghanistan; and details the Coalition forces' probable counterinsurgency responses. Author Mark Silinsky also reviews the successes and failures of the latest US counterinsurgency doctrine to extrapolate the best strategies for future counterinsurgency campaigns. Members Reviews: Perhaps Our Greatest Concern. I read Silinsky's "The Taliban" and, ironically, finished it on the day when all the Paris news was pouring in. The book was prescient and even more frightening. What will happen next? I found "The Taliban" readable and more worrisome than I expected. I know that the Taliban are not "nice" people but hadn't realized how violent they are. ISIL seems to have taken lessons from them. I highly recommend this book if you want to read a factual, non-political presentation of the Taliban. The book is written somewhere between the general public and a textbook. Easy to read but not a novel and, a compliment, not at all entertaining. There are hundreds of end notes which can be ignored. They provide the source material from which the book was developed. Silinsky intersperses "profiles" which are descriptions of the situations, usually distressing, that individuals incurred. They are very valuable as they put flesh to the factual statements throughout the book. Most moving for me was 9.3, chapter 9 item 3, re Paula Lloyd. She was the victim of sheer viciousness under the guise of ending an insult to Allah. The insult; Lloyd was not wearing a head scarf and for that was doused with gasoline and set afire. This was not insanity; just beyond my comprehension. Limitations of a frustrated defence veteran Written by a defence specialist from the West, this book has a mixture of the qualities that can be expected of such a role. On the one hand, it provides a number of superbly written profiles on various actors--both Al-Qaeda and Taliban, though curiously few leaders not prominent before 2001--in this respect it is not so much a book about the conflict that turned Taliban insurgents as it is about the precursor to the conflict. This information is accessible elsewhere--Leah Farrall, Antonio Giustozzi, Rahimullah Yusufzai, Neamatollah Nojoumi, the and others have done a solid job in this regard. Nonetheless Silinsky does not do a bad job. On the other hand the social, political background is laughably biased. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Unfit-for-Command-Audiobook/B002V0AC5U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unfit for Command Subtitle: Swift Boat Veterans Speak Out Against John Kerry Author: John O'Neill, Jerome R. Corsi Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 374 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1971, John O'Neill, the officer who took over John Kerry's swift boat in Vietnam, returned home from Vietnam only to realize that the man he served with, John Kerry, had become a leader of the radical group Vietnam Veterans Against the War and was slandering his fellow veterans as war criminals. O'Neill debated John Kerry on The Dick Cavett Show in 1971, successfully demolishing Kerry's accusations against his fellow troops in Vietnam. Unfit for Command reveals a John Kerry you don't know, the true John Kerry whom his political image makers are trying to hide. But the veterans who served with him know better, and, in Unfit for Command, they tell their story. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John O'Neill) Wed, 15 Sep 2004 16:27:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Unfit-for-Command-Audiobook/B002V0AC5U thebookvoice.com 06:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unfit for Command Subtitle: Swift Boat Veterans Speak Out Against John Kerry Author: John O'Neill, Jerome R. Corsi Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 374 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1971, John O'Neill, the officer who took over John Kerry's swift boat in Vietnam, returned home from Vietnam only to realize that the man he served with, John Kerry, had become a leader of the radical group Vietnam Veterans Against the War and was slandering his fellow veterans as war criminals. O'Neill debated John Kerry on The Dick Cavett Show in 1971, successfully demolishing Kerry's accusations against his fellow troops in Vietnam. Unfit for Command reveals a John Kerry you don't know, the true John Kerry whom his political image makers are trying to hide. But the veterans who served with him know better, and, in Unfit for Command, they tell their story. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unfit for Command Subtitle: Swift Boat Veterans Speak Out Against John Kerry Author: John O'Neill, Jerome R. Corsi Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 374 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In 1971, John O'Neill, the officer who took over John Kerry's swift boat in Vietnam, returned home from Vietnam only to realize that the man he served with, John Kerry, had become a leader of the radical group Vietnam Veterans Against the War and was slandering his fellow veterans as war criminals. O'Neill debated John Kerry on The Dick Cavett Show in 1971, successfully demolishing Kerry's accusations against his fellow troops in Vietnam. Unfit for Command reveals a John Kerry you don't know, the true John Kerry whom his political image makers are trying to hide. But the veterans who served with him know better, and, in Unfit for Command, they tell their story. Members Reviews: Unfit For Command This book clearly outlines a struggle for truth that has been ongoing since the early 1970s. In the absence of any denials or lawsuits from Senator Kerry, I believe "unfit" is too kind. More than 200 veterans who served on the swift boats back up the charges. Kerry doesn't act like any River sailors I knew In my 2 tours with the Marine Corps with the 1st MAW on a mountain over Danang harbor we met a lot of river boat and coastal sailors. They were a very close knit group, straight up, and bravely aggressive when the chips were down. Many returning Nam vets protested the war and most of us understood why. It was a right they earned. But these protests were of the illegality of the war. That was a valid argument. However, slandering fellow comrades to gain political recognition was not. And then to become one of the political hacks that sent us there as a career appears strange. His political record resembles the saw/razor grass we dealt with over there. It blows in whatever direction the wind does but you still get cut up when coming in contact with it. We had our "politically minded" officers as well. They were a nuisance, a menace to combat troops, and were always concerned with their "fruit salad" array of ribbons for the cocktail parties in D.C. These guys are dead on the mark. The spin doctors who haven't a clue are pretty vocal about this. In this time of international terrorism, we need leadership not honored in pictures by our enemies in their own memorials. I never met any sailors from river, coastal, or ground security units that failed to support each other, Marines, or anyone in need. They were tough, loyal, and great people to hang with. But they, like anyone in our history, can get mighty riled up when some mediocre cowhand straps on a gunbelt and swaggers into Dodge City bragging about their last gunfight with Wild Bill Hickock or the Earps. It usually doesn't help when this cowhand is at the bar buying drinks while talking trash and Hickock and the Earps walk in through those saloon doors to clarify a few points of honor back on the trail. Even if one tosses out this whole Vietnam thing, let's look at Kerry's record as a politician during some fairly volatile events. Hmmm...I'm not too impressed. An eye opening book. I have listened to it twice now, and enjoyed it thoroughly. It's not written in an irresponisble manner, but written methodically and carefully. The book has nice narrative flow. It really begins with the story of the last Swift Vet reunion, and the resentment towards Kerry which has been brewing for 30 years. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Imperial-Grunts-Audiobook/B002UZMX26 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Grunts Subtitle: The American Military on the Ground Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Given unprecedented access, Kaplan takes us from the jungles of the southern Philippines to the glacial dust bowls of Mongolia, from the forts of Afghanistan to the forests of South America, not to mention Iraq, to show us Army Special Forces, Marines, and other uniformed Americans carrying out the many facets of U.S. foreign policy: negotiating with tribal factions, storming terrorist redoubts, performing humanitarian missions, and training foreign soldiers. In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan provides an unforgettable insider's account not only of our current involvement in world affairs, but also of where America, including the culture of its officers and enlisted men, is headed. This is the rare book that has the potential to change the way readers view the men and women of the military, war, and the global reach of American imperialism today. Never before has America's overarching military strategy been parsed so incisively and evocatively. Kaplan introduces us to lone American servicemen whose presence in obscure countries is largely unknown, and concludes with a heart-stopping portrait of marines in the first battle in Fallujah. Extraordinary in its scope, beautifully written, Imperial Grunts combines first-rate reporting with the sensitivity and insights of an acclaimed writer steeped in history, literature, and philosophy, to deliver a masterly account of America's global role in the twenty-first century. Critic Reviews: "His on-the-ground reportage makes for riveting reading. He provides vivid and highly chilling accounts of the dangers faced by members of the American military in places like Falluja in Iraq and Colombia's Arauca Province, even as he leaves the reader with a keen appreciation of the expertise and versatility of Special Forces units." (The New York Times) "One of the most important books of the last several years." (Tom Brokaw) "An experienced military journalist has created this worthwhile portrait of American ground troops, mostly in elite units, working with the armed forces of other countries to fight terrorism, to be sure, but actually doing a job once done by the Roman legions." (Booklist) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert D. Kaplan) Mon, 12 Sep 2005 09:22:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Imperial-Grunts-Audiobook/B002UZMX26 thebookvoice.com 09:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Grunts Subtitle: The American Military on the Ground Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Given unprecedented access, Kaplan takes us from the jungles of the southern Philippines to the glacial dust bowls of Mongolia, from the forts of Afghanistan to the forests of South America, not to mention Iraq, to show us Army Special Forces, Marines, and other uniformed Americans carrying out the many facets of U.S. foreign policy: negotiating with tribal factions, storming terrorist redoubts, performing humanitarian missions, and training foreign soldiers. In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan provides an unforgettable insider's account not only of our current involvement in world affairs, but also of where America, including the culture of its officers and enlisted men, is headed. This is the rare book that has the potential to change the way readers view the men and women of the military, war, and the global reach of American imperialism today. Never before has America's overarching military strategy been parsed so incisively and evocatively. Kaplan introduces us to lone American servicemen whose presence in obscure countries is largely unknown, and concludes with a heart-stopping portrait of marines in the first battle in Fallujah. Extraordinary in its scope, beautifully written, Imperial Grunts combines first-rate reporting with the sensitivity and insights of an acclaimed writer steeped in history, literature, and philosophy, to deliver a masterly account of America's global role in the twenty-first century. Critic Reviews: "His on-the-ground reportage makes for riveting reading. He provides vivid and highly chilling accounts of the dangers faced by members of the American military in places like Falluja in Iraq and Colombia's Arauca Province, even as he leaves the reader with a keen appreciation of the expertise and versatility of Special Forces units." (The New York Times) "One of the most important books of the last several years." (Tom Brokaw) "An experienced military journalist has created this worthwhile portrait of American ground troops, mostly in elite units, working with the armed forces of other countries to fight terrorism, to be sure, but actually doing a job once done by the Roman legions." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Imperial Grunts Subtitle: The American Military on the Ground Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Abridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Given unprecedented access, Kaplan takes us from the jungles of the southern Philippines to the glacial dust bowls of Mongolia, from the forts of Afghanistan to the forests of South America, not to mention Iraq, to show us Army Special Forces, Marines, and other uniformed Americans carrying out the many facets of U.S. foreign policy: negotiating with tribal factions, storming terrorist redoubts, performing humanitarian missions, and training foreign soldiers. In Imperial Grunts, Kaplan provides an unforgettable insider's account not only of our current involvement in world affairs, but also of where America, including the culture of its officers and enlisted men, is headed. This is the rare book that has the potential to change the way readers view the men and women of the military, war, and the global reach of American imperialism today. Never before has America's overarching military strategy been parsed so incisively and evocatively. Kaplan introduces us to lone American servicemen whose presence in obscure countries is largely unknown, and concludes with a heart-stopping portrait of marines in the first battle in Fallujah. Extraordinary in its scope, beautifully written, Imperial Grunts combines first-rate reporting with the sensitivity and insights of an acclaimed writer steeped in history, literature, and philosophy, to deliver a masterly account of America's global role in the twenty-first century. Critic Reviews: "His on-the-ground reportage makes for riveting reading. He provides vivid and highly chilling accounts of the dangers faced by members of the American military in places like Falluja in Iraq and Colombia's Arauca Province, even as he leaves the reader with a keen appreciation of the expertise and versatility of Special Forces units." (The New York Times) "One of the most important books of the last several years." (Tom Brokaw) "An experienced military journalist has created this worthwhile portrait of American ground troops, mostly in elite units, working with the armed forces of other countries to fight terrorism, to be sure, but actually doing a job once done by the Roman legions." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Robert Kaplan's "Imperial Grunts"...a great book about great guys Not since Ernie Pyle's "Brave Men" has a book so clearly revealed the lives of our fighting men at war. Robert Kaplan goes where he has to, does what he has to do to get himself embedded with enlisted men, Special Forces, Marines, a unit of National Guardsmen - whoever they are. Sometimes initially viewed with suspicion, he earns the respect of the people in the pages of his book by sleeping, sweating, and shooting right beside them. The experience is life-changing for him and for us. As he says about a third of the way in: "I was beginning to love these guys..." I have never been so proud of our guys - what they do, how they do it, what they are thinking when they do it - they are the best. If I were an enemy soldier facing them, I think I would wonder, really wonder, what it is that makes them so different from all the rest. One thing: all over the world, ever since WWI, wherever American soldiers have been deployed, children have run to meet them. No one else; only Americans. Why is that? This book explains that phenomenon. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Reasons-to-Kill-Audiobook/B00BOXCW5S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reasons to Kill Subtitle: Why Americans Choose War Author: Richard E. Rubenstein Narrator: Kyle McCarley Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the American Revolution to the end of World War II, the United States spent 19 years at war against other nations. But since1950, the total is 22 years and counting. On four occasions, U.S. presidents elected as "peace candidates" have gone on to lead the nation into ferocious armed conflicts. Repeatedly, wars deemed necessary when they began have been seen in retrospect as avoidable, and ill-advised. Americans profess to be a peace-loving people and one wary of "foreign entanglements". Yet we have been drawn into wars in distant lands from Vietnam to Afghanistan. We cherish our middle-class comforts and our children. Yet we send our troops to Fallujah and Mogadishu. How is it that ordinary Americans with the most to lose are so easily convinced to follow hawkish leaders - of both parties-into war? In Reasons to Kill noted scholar Richard E. Rubenstein explores both the rhetoric that sells war to the public and the underlying cultural and social factors that make it so effective. With unmatched historical perspective and insightful commentary, Rubenstein offers citizens new ways to think for themselves about crucial issues of war and peace. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard E. Rubenstein) Sat, 09 Mar 2013 10:05:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Reasons-to-Kill-Audiobook/B00BOXCW5S thebookvoice.com 06:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reasons to Kill Subtitle: Why Americans Choose War Author: Richard E. Rubenstein Narrator: Kyle McCarley Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the American Revolution to the end of World War II, the United States spent 19 years at war against other nations. But since1950, the total is 22 years and counting. On four occasions, U.S. presidents elected as "peace candidates" have gone on to lead the nation into ferocious armed conflicts. Repeatedly, wars deemed necessary when they began have been seen in retrospect as avoidable, and ill-advised. Americans profess to be a peace-loving people and one wary of "foreign entanglements". Yet we have been drawn into wars in distant lands from Vietnam to Afghanistan. We cherish our middle-class comforts and our children. Yet we send our troops to Fallujah and Mogadishu. How is it that ordinary Americans with the most to lose are so easily convinced to follow hawkish leaders - of both parties-into war? In Reasons to Kill noted scholar Richard E. Rubenstein explores both the rhetoric that sells war to the public and the underlying cultural and social factors that make it so effective. With unmatched historical perspective and insightful commentary, Rubenstein offers citizens new ways to think for themselves about crucial issues of war and peace. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reasons to Kill Subtitle: Why Americans Choose War Author: Richard E. Rubenstein Narrator: Kyle McCarley Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From the American Revolution to the end of World War II, the United States spent 19 years at war against other nations. But since1950, the total is 22 years and counting. On four occasions, U.S. presidents elected as "peace candidates" have gone on to lead the nation into ferocious armed conflicts. Repeatedly, wars deemed necessary when they began have been seen in retrospect as avoidable, and ill-advised. Americans profess to be a peace-loving people and one wary of "foreign entanglements". Yet we have been drawn into wars in distant lands from Vietnam to Afghanistan. We cherish our middle-class comforts and our children. Yet we send our troops to Fallujah and Mogadishu. How is it that ordinary Americans with the most to lose are so easily convinced to follow hawkish leaders - of both parties-into war? In Reasons to Kill noted scholar Richard E. Rubenstein explores both the rhetoric that sells war to the public and the underlying cultural and social factors that make it so effective. With unmatched historical perspective and insightful commentary, Rubenstein offers citizens new ways to think for themselves about crucial issues of war and peace. Members Reviews: very great book I myself am a western oil man living right In the middle of a pro war community. I do not affiliate with any political party so from an unbiased stand point this book has a lot of must read facts and points very enjoyful https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-War-Over-Iraq-Audiobook/B002UUFWE2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War Over Iraq Subtitle: Saddam's Tyranny and America's Mission Author: Lawrence F. Kaplan, William Kristol Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-29-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Kaplan and Kristol provide a definitive analysis of the Bush doctrine and its shaping of a foreign policy that projects American influence on behalf of American interests and human freedom. They show that by enshrining in official policy the strategy of military preemption, regime change, and a vision of American power that is fully engaged on behalf of American principles, the Bush administration plans not only to liberate Iraq but to set a new course for American policy in the 21st century. The War Over Iraq looks back at how a sadistic dictator was allowed to acquire so much power on the world stage, but it also offers a roadmap for a more hopeful future. Critic Reviews: "Well-argued....The background for a case for a U.S. strike is articulated well here." (Publishers Weekly) "Anyone who harbors doubt about the imperative of regime change in Iraq...should read this book." (Senator John McCain) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lawrence F. Kaplan) Thu, 29 Apr 2004 14:55:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-War-Over-Iraq-Audiobook/B002UUFWE2 thebookvoice.com 05:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War Over Iraq Subtitle: Saddam's Tyranny and America's Mission Author: Lawrence F. Kaplan, William Kristol Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-29-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Kaplan and Kristol provide a definitive analysis of the Bush doctrine and its shaping of a foreign policy that projects American influence on behalf of American interests and human freedom. They show that by enshrining in official policy the strategy of military preemption, regime change, and a vision of American power that is fully engaged on behalf of American principles, the Bush administration plans not only to liberate Iraq but to set a new course for American policy in the 21st century. The War Over Iraq looks back at how a sadistic dictator was allowed to acquire so much power on the world stage, but it also offers a roadmap for a more hopeful future. Critic Reviews: "Well-argued....The background for a case for a U.S. strike is articulated well here." (Publishers Weekly) "Anyone who harbors doubt about the imperative of regime change in Iraq...should read this book." (Senator John McCain) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War Over Iraq Subtitle: Saddam's Tyranny and America's Mission Author: Lawrence F. Kaplan, William Kristol Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-29-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Kaplan and Kristol provide a definitive analysis of the Bush doctrine and its shaping of a foreign policy that projects American influence on behalf of American interests and human freedom. They show that by enshrining in official policy the strategy of military preemption, regime change, and a vision of American power that is fully engaged on behalf of American principles, the Bush administration plans not only to liberate Iraq but to set a new course for American policy in the 21st century. The War Over Iraq looks back at how a sadistic dictator was allowed to acquire so much power on the world stage, but it also offers a roadmap for a more hopeful future. Critic Reviews: "Well-argued....The background for a case for a U.S. strike is articulated well here." (Publishers Weekly) "Anyone who harbors doubt about the imperative of regime change in Iraq...should read this book." (Senator John McCain) Members Reviews: Very Insightful compelling book This book provides great insight into the new Bush Doctrine with compelling cases and theory. Even if you don't agree with the Bush Doctrine this is an excellent read for gaining insight in what can be expected in the future. This book uses reason, facts, and historical cases to back up its claims not unsubstantiated assumptions. Written before the war it makes some erroneous claims about the immediate results of war but is very good nonetheless. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-War-Comes-Home-Audiobook/B0039Y2SPO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War Comes Home Subtitle: Washington's Battle against America's Veterans Author: Aaron Glantz Narrator: David Stampone Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-10 Publisher: Caravan Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Here, freelance writer Aaron Glantz hones in on the momentous impact of the Iraq war on injured veterans as they return home. The War Comes Home is structured around the different experiences of US veterans of the Iraq war. Sections of the book are dedicated to the difficulties of reintegrating to civilian life after coming home, living with disability, unemployment, dealing with the military bureaucracy, suicide, and homelessness - as well as more upbeat sections about families, communities and fellow veterans pulling together to help each other. Each section is told primarily through personal stories of Iraq war veterans and their families, backed-up by statistics. Some veterans appear as regular characters throughout the book, some only appear for a short discussion. Such a structure shows both the scope and the humanity of the issues at stake. In this way, The War Comes Home is conversational, readable, and informative. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Aaron Glantz) Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:03:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-War-Comes-Home-Audiobook/B0039Y2SPO thebookvoice.com 07:22:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War Comes Home Subtitle: Washington's Battle against America's Veterans Author: Aaron Glantz Narrator: David Stampone Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-10 Publisher: Caravan Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Here, freelance writer Aaron Glantz hones in on the momentous impact of the Iraq war on injured veterans as they return home. The War Comes Home is structured around the different experiences of US veterans of the Iraq war. Sections of the book are dedicated to the difficulties of reintegrating to civilian life after coming home, living with disability, unemployment, dealing with the military bureaucracy, suicide, and homelessness - as well as more upbeat sections about families, communities and fellow veterans pulling together to help each other. Each section is told primarily through personal stories of Iraq war veterans and their families, backed-up by statistics. Some veterans appear as regular characters throughout the book, some only appear for a short discussion. Such a structure shows both the scope and the humanity of the issues at stake. In this way, The War Comes Home is conversational, readable, and informative. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War Comes Home Subtitle: Washington's Battle against America's Veterans Author: Aaron Glantz Narrator: David Stampone Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-10 Publisher: Caravan Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Here, freelance writer Aaron Glantz hones in on the momentous impact of the Iraq war on injured veterans as they return home. The War Comes Home is structured around the different experiences of US veterans of the Iraq war. Sections of the book are dedicated to the difficulties of reintegrating to civilian life after coming home, living with disability, unemployment, dealing with the military bureaucracy, suicide, and homelessness - as well as more upbeat sections about families, communities and fellow veterans pulling together to help each other. Each section is told primarily through personal stories of Iraq war veterans and their families, backed-up by statistics. Some veterans appear as regular characters throughout the book, some only appear for a short discussion. Such a structure shows both the scope and the humanity of the issues at stake. In this way, The War Comes Home is conversational, readable, and informative. Members Reviews: A biased but thoughtful look at soldier's issues Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? While this book is slightly biased to the left side of the political spectrum, I would recommend this book to any friend struggling with the same issues addressed within. The stories of returning veterans and wounded warriors will help to show they are not alone in their struggles and trials. The author also provides a plethora of helpful websites, hotlines, phone numbers, and Veteran Service Organizations' information that could be very useful to those seeking assistance with problems. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? I found it very interesting to read this because of the point of view. It was written by a war correspondent that was dealing with the aftermath of those things he witnessed covering our most recent conflict. Would you listen to another book narrated by David Stampone? I would probably not listen to anything else by Mr. Stampone, but I would recommend this book. Did The War Comes Home inspire you to do anything? I was not inspired to anything that I was not already doing or planning. But the book did inform me of some of the organizations that are attempting to help our returning soldiers. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/We-Were-Warriors-Audiobook/B071FHGKVN Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Were Warriors Subtitle: One Soldier's Story of Brutal Combat Author: Johnny Mercer Narrator: Finlay Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The rounds were single shot from the same two enemy positions, trying to pick me off. They were kicking up the dirt around me. Then all hell broke loose as the gunship's Gatling vomited ammo right over my head. The sound was deafening. It was now or never. I got up and ran. A captain in 29 Commando, Johnny Mercer served in the army for 12 years. On his third tour of Afghanistan, he was a joint fires controller, with the pressurized job of bringing down artillery and air strikes in close proximity to his own troops. Based in an area of Northern Helmand that was riddled with Taliban leaders, he walked into danger with every patrol, determined to protect them. Then, one morning, in brutal close-quarter combat, everything changed.... In We Were Warriors, Johnny takes us from his commando training to the heat, blood and chaos of battle. With brutal honesty he describes what it is like to risk your life every day, pushing through the fear that follows watching your friends die. He took the fight back to the enemy with a relentless efficiency that came at a high personal cost. Back in the UK, seeing the inadequate care available for veterans and their families, he was inspired to run for Parliament in the hope he could improve their plight. Unflinching, action-packed and laced with wry humour, We Were Warriors is a compelling listen. Critic Reviews: "An adrenalin-fuelled, gritty story of heroism on the frontline in Afghanistan." (Andy McNab) "This is not the stereotypical account of war, it's without doubt the best first hand account in a war zone I've ever read. Brutally honest, humble and written with a pace that could induce a heart attack." (Tom Marcus, ex MI5 surveillance officer, author of Soldier, Spy) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Johnny Mercer) Thu, 01 Jun 2017 06:60:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/We-Were-Warriors-Audiobook/B071FHGKVN thebookvoice.com 09:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Were Warriors Subtitle: One Soldier's Story of Brutal Combat Author: Johnny Mercer Narrator: Finlay Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The rounds were single shot from the same two enemy positions, trying to pick me off. They were kicking up the dirt around me. Then all hell broke loose as the gunship's Gatling vomited ammo right over my head. The sound was deafening. It was now or never. I got up and ran. A captain in 29 Commando, Johnny Mercer served in the army for 12 years. On his third tour of Afghanistan, he was a joint fires controller, with the pressurized job of bringing down artillery and air strikes in close proximity to his own troops. Based in an area of Northern Helmand that was riddled with Taliban leaders, he walked into danger with every patrol, determined to protect them. Then, one morning, in brutal close-quarter combat, everything changed.... In We Were Warriors, Johnny takes us from his commando training to the heat, blood and chaos of battle. With brutal honesty he describes what it is like to risk your life every day, pushing through the fear that follows watching your friends die. He took the fight back to the enemy with a relentless efficiency that came at a high personal cost. Back in the UK, seeing the inadequate care available for veterans and their families, he was inspired to run for Parliament in the hope he could improve their plight. Unflinching, action-packed and laced with wry humour, We Were Warriors is a compelling listen. Critic Reviews: "An adrenalin-fuelled, gritty story of heroism on the frontline in Afghanistan." (Andy McNab) "This is not the stereotypical account of war, it's without doubt the best first hand account in a war zone I've ever read. Brutally honest, humble and written with a pace that could induce a heart attack." (Tom Marcus, ex MI5 surveillance officer, author of Soldier, Spy) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: We Were Warriors Subtitle: One Soldier's Story of Brutal Combat Author: Johnny Mercer Narrator: Finlay Robertson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The rounds were single shot from the same two enemy positions, trying to pick me off. They were kicking up the dirt around me. Then all hell broke loose as the gunship's Gatling vomited ammo right over my head. The sound was deafening. It was now or never. I got up and ran. A captain in 29 Commando, Johnny Mercer served in the army for 12 years. On his third tour of Afghanistan, he was a joint fires controller, with the pressurized job of bringing down artillery and air strikes in close proximity to his own troops. Based in an area of Northern Helmand that was riddled with Taliban leaders, he walked into danger with every patrol, determined to protect them. Then, one morning, in brutal close-quarter combat, everything changed.... In We Were Warriors, Johnny takes us from his commando training to the heat, blood and chaos of battle. With brutal honesty he describes what it is like to risk your life every day, pushing through the fear that follows watching your friends die. He took the fight back to the enemy with a relentless efficiency that came at a high personal cost. Back in the UK, seeing the inadequate care available for veterans and their families, he was inspired to run for Parliament in the hope he could improve their plight. Unflinching, action-packed and laced with wry humour, We Were Warriors is a compelling listen. Critic Reviews: "An adrenalin-fuelled, gritty story of heroism on the frontline in Afghanistan." (Andy McNab) "This is not the stereotypical account of war, it's without doubt the best first hand account in a war zone I've ever read. Brutally honest, humble and written with a pace that could induce a heart attack." (Tom Marcus, ex MI5 surveillance officer, author of Soldier, Spy) Members Reviews: Johnny, thank you for your service and your continued service and thank you for this book! You will not regret, for one second, the time that you give to listening to this book. An amazing story of an amazing man that has lived an amazing life. Such an honourable man who continues to give service to the country as a member of Parliament. Good book, why not listened to before uploaded ? Really good book but again the narration lets the story down. 29 commando is just that not "twenty nine". Bovington is pronounced with a short o not Boovington. ,small errors but annoying. A book would be proof read, why are audible books so rarely listened to by the authors ? Excellent book Had no idea who he was but by the end if I lived in Plymouth I know who I'd vote for. The reality of war.. What did you like most about We Were Warriors? Excellent - courage, humility and concern for others are a few of the authors qualities.. If you read 1 book this year make it this one. David 26/9/17 . Eye opening story! Great listen! Voice actor was perfect for the book and the story hammers down the importance of mental illness awareness! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Endgame-Audiobook/B00DOGC4II Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Endgame Subtitle: The Blueprint for Victory in the War on Terror Author: Thomas McInerney, Paul Vallely Narrator: Denis Coffey Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: McInerney and Vallely, retired U.S. Generals, are now military analysts for FOX News. In Endgame, they direct their experience and expertise to the question of how to win the war on terror. Unlike past enemies, radical Islam is not confined to particular nationsm - and thus cannot be defeated solely through conventional warfare against enemy states. Editorial Reviews: Endgame: The Blueprint for Victory in the War on Terror provides the expertise and insider analysis into the War on Terror that only two former American Generals could offer. Thomas McInerney and Paul Vallely offer detailed strategies concerning America's foreign policy in the Middle East as well as countless ways in which homeland security can be improved here in the states. This is a serious matter and Denis Coffey's performance is perfectly suited to convey the gravity and danger at the heart of the global War on Terror. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomas McInerney) Tue, 02 Jul 2013 04:21:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Endgame-Audiobook/B00DOGC4II thebookvoice.com 05:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Endgame Subtitle: The Blueprint for Victory in the War on Terror Author: Thomas McInerney, Paul Vallely Narrator: Denis Coffey Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: McInerney and Vallely, retired U.S. Generals, are now military analysts for FOX News. In Endgame, they direct their experience and expertise to the question of how to win the war on terror. Unlike past enemies, radical Islam is not confined to particular nationsm - and thus cannot be defeated solely through conventional warfare against enemy states. Editorial Reviews: Endgame: The Blueprint for Victory in the War on Terror provides the expertise and insider analysis into the War on Terror that only two former American Generals could offer. Thomas McInerney and Paul Vallely offer detailed strategies concerning America's foreign policy in the Middle East as well as countless ways in which homeland security can be improved here in the states. This is a serious matter and Denis Coffey's performance is perfectly suited to convey the gravity and danger at the heart of the global War on Terror. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Endgame Subtitle: The Blueprint for Victory in the War on Terror Author: Thomas McInerney, Paul Vallely Narrator: Denis Coffey Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: McInerney and Vallely, retired U.S. Generals, are now military analysts for FOX News. In Endgame, they direct their experience and expertise to the question of how to win the war on terror. Unlike past enemies, radical Islam is not confined to particular nationsm - and thus cannot be defeated solely through conventional warfare against enemy states. Editorial Reviews: Endgame: The Blueprint for Victory in the War on Terror provides the expertise and insider analysis into the War on Terror that only two former American Generals could offer. Thomas McInerney and Paul Vallely offer detailed strategies concerning America's foreign policy in the Middle East as well as countless ways in which homeland security can be improved here in the states. This is a serious matter and Denis Coffey's performance is perfectly suited to convey the gravity and danger at the heart of the global War on Terror. Members Reviews: Five Stars Ther truth about the Middle REast and a Strategy to Win A MUST READ!!! Trust the negative reviews if you want; however, coming from a military member and someone who studies this stuff for a living, this is a must read if you want to understand what is REALLY going on in the Middle East. Get educated on what we need to understand, clearly, before we vote for a new President and State Reps. God bless. DZ Open eyes America Good book to understand how America need to keep aware of what is going on and what we need to do in order to keep the freedoms that the fathers of our country have put in motion for us. I read this because I wanted to learn how a retired "general" wants to lead a military coup So after his agreement to lead a military coup against the America, I decided to find out why a protector and sworn upholder of the constitution would want to commit high treason. The fact that he said such a thing and wasn't carted off to jail disprovesd any defense he may have had of a dictator or oppressive government. So why does a sworn upholder of the COnstitution declare that they would agree to leading a military coup? Well I think he is just Chiroptera feces loco. That explains much of the teabuggery klan. In his own words âI had a call this afternoon from Idaho, the gentleman said, âIf I give you 250,000 Marines to go to Washington, will you lead them?ââ Vallely said as the group laughed and gasped. âI said, âYes, I will, Iâll surround the White House and Iâll surround the Capitol building, but itâs going to take physical presence to do things.â Some good bits The book was fairly thin and I got through it pretty quick (that may have also been do to the Iced Cafe Americano I was drinking). The book makes no mention of, nor does it acknowledge anything like 4GW. All of the commentary on US Forces is 3GW related. I didn't really find that part of the book interesting or useful. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Transformations-of-Warfare-in-the-Contemporary-World-Audiobook/B01N1PHEUH Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Transformations of Warfare in the Contemporary World Author: David Jacobson Narrator: Gary Roelofs Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-09-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Today's warfare has moved away from being an event between massed national populations and toward small numbers of combatants using high-tech weaponry. The editors of and contributors to the timely collection show that this shift reflects changes in the technological, strategic, ideological, and ethical realms. In his concluding remarks, David Jacobson explores the extent to which the contemporary transformation of warfare is a product of a shift in the character of the combatants themselves. Contributors include: Ariel Colonomos, Roberto J. González, Travis R. Hall, Saskia Hooiveld, Rob Johnson, Colonel C. Anthony Pfaff, Ian Roxborough, and the editors. Critic Reviews: "The chapters are outstanding and thought provoking, getting precisely at the critical issues facing core militaries...the editors and contributions have exactly the type of skill and intellectual curiosity needed for this work." (Miguel A. Centeno, Princeton University) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Jacobson) Fri, 09 Dec 2016 12:16:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Transformations-of-Warfare-in-the-Contemporary-World-Audiobook/B01N1PHEUH thebookvoice.com 00:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Transformations of Warfare in the Contemporary World Author: David Jacobson Narrator: Gary Roelofs Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-09-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Today's warfare has moved away from being an event between massed national populations and toward small numbers of combatants using high-tech weaponry. The editors of and contributors to the timely collection show that this shift reflects changes in the technological, strategic, ideological, and ethical realms. In his concluding remarks, David Jacobson explores the extent to which the contemporary transformation of warfare is a product of a shift in the character of the combatants themselves. Contributors include: Ariel Colonomos, Roberto J. González, Travis R. Hall, Saskia Hooiveld, Rob Johnson, Colonel C. Anthony Pfaff, Ian Roxborough, and the editors. Critic Reviews: "The chapters are outstanding and thought provoking, getting precisely at the critical issues facing core militaries...the editors and contributions have exactly the type of skill and intellectual curiosity needed for this work." (Miguel A. Centeno, Princeton University) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Transformations of Warfare in the Contemporary World Author: David Jacobson Narrator: Gary Roelofs Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-09-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Today's warfare has moved away from being an event between massed national populations and toward small numbers of combatants using high-tech weaponry. The editors of and contributors to the timely collection show that this shift reflects changes in the technological, strategic, ideological, and ethical realms. In his concluding remarks, David Jacobson explores the extent to which the contemporary transformation of warfare is a product of a shift in the character of the combatants themselves. Contributors include: Ariel Colonomos, Roberto J. González, Travis R. Hall, Saskia Hooiveld, Rob Johnson, Colonel C. Anthony Pfaff, Ian Roxborough, and the editors. Critic Reviews: "The chapters are outstanding and thought provoking, getting precisely at the critical issues facing core militaries...the editors and contributions have exactly the type of skill and intellectual curiosity needed for this work." (Miguel A. Centeno, Princeton University) https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-One-Left-Behind-Audiobook/B002V8KJSM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No One Left Behind Subtitle: The Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher Story Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Narrator: Gary Telles Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-07 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On January 16, 1991, Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher launched from the USS Saratoga, one of 40 F/A-18 Hornets, of which only 39 would return. Moments after an assault by an Iraqi MiG-25, Speicher's plane vanished in a fireball over the Baghdad desert. The next day, Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell declared Speicher killed in action - the first casualty of the Gulf War. Two months later, a Kuwaiti secret police colonel claimed he was in the same hospital as a captured American pilot. Over the years, evidence of Speicher's survival continued to emerge, and on January 10, 2001, Speicher was declared missing in action. It was the first time in history that a U.S. serviceman's status had been changed. Tracking this explosive story for the past eight years, Yarsinske has interviewed top government and military officials, diplomats, pilots, informers, and Iraqi defectors. The result is a stunning true account of government denials and cover-ups that obscured an essential fact: Speicher survived. No One Left Behind takes us beyond the lies to unearth the truth of the pilot left behind. Critic Reviews: "It amounts to an extraordinary betrayal of the U.S. military's proud boast that 'no man is left behind'." (The Times, London) "The entire production [has] a feeling of an overheard conversation between knowledgeable friends, adding a depth of believability and confidence that fancier, more melodramatic treatment might have weakened." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amy Waters Yarsinske) Wed, 30 May 2007 12:55:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-One-Left-Behind-Audiobook/B002V8KJSM thebookvoice.com 04:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No One Left Behind Subtitle: The Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher Story Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Narrator: Gary Telles Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-07 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On January 16, 1991, Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher launched from the USS Saratoga, one of 40 F/A-18 Hornets, of which only 39 would return. Moments after an assault by an Iraqi MiG-25, Speicher's plane vanished in a fireball over the Baghdad desert. The next day, Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell declared Speicher killed in action - the first casualty of the Gulf War. Two months later, a Kuwaiti secret police colonel claimed he was in the same hospital as a captured American pilot. Over the years, evidence of Speicher's survival continued to emerge, and on January 10, 2001, Speicher was declared missing in action. It was the first time in history that a U.S. serviceman's status had been changed. Tracking this explosive story for the past eight years, Yarsinske has interviewed top government and military officials, diplomats, pilots, informers, and Iraqi defectors. The result is a stunning true account of government denials and cover-ups that obscured an essential fact: Speicher survived. No One Left Behind takes us beyond the lies to unearth the truth of the pilot left behind. Critic Reviews: "It amounts to an extraordinary betrayal of the U.S. military's proud boast that 'no man is left behind'." (The Times, London) "The entire production [has] a feeling of an overheard conversation between knowledgeable friends, adding a depth of believability and confidence that fancier, more melodramatic treatment might have weakened." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No One Left Behind Subtitle: The Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher Story Author: Amy Waters Yarsinske Narrator: Gary Telles Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-07 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On January 16, 1991, Lt. Comdr. Michael Scott Speicher launched from the USS Saratoga, one of 40 F/A-18 Hornets, of which only 39 would return. Moments after an assault by an Iraqi MiG-25, Speicher's plane vanished in a fireball over the Baghdad desert. The next day, Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell declared Speicher killed in action - the first casualty of the Gulf War. Two months later, a Kuwaiti secret police colonel claimed he was in the same hospital as a captured American pilot. Over the years, evidence of Speicher's survival continued to emerge, and on January 10, 2001, Speicher was declared missing in action. It was the first time in history that a U.S. serviceman's status had been changed. Tracking this explosive story for the past eight years, Yarsinske has interviewed top government and military officials, diplomats, pilots, informers, and Iraqi defectors. The result is a stunning true account of government denials and cover-ups that obscured an essential fact: Speicher survived. No One Left Behind takes us beyond the lies to unearth the truth of the pilot left behind. Critic Reviews: "It amounts to an extraordinary betrayal of the U.S. military's proud boast that 'no man is left behind'." (The Times, London) "The entire production [has] a feeling of an overheard conversation between knowledgeable friends, adding a depth of believability and confidence that fancier, more melodramatic treatment might have weakened." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: meant alot I served in Desert Storm and as in wars past, present and future the motto will always stand. Yes I would recomend this to a friend Five Stars BOOK WAS AS DESCRIBED AND ON TIME. A truly frightening story...but hard to validate There's a genre out there that is morbid to say the least, but is also compelling. It achieves this because it manages to grab us at a gut level by evoking the equivalent of the boogie man under our bed. We fear it's true. I'm talking about the issue of POWs being left behind with their captors. While it's been a topic for decades, it became a cottage industry after Vietnam, when so few of the reported captives returned. These books posit the premise that American POWs were retained by the Russians, the Koreans, the Vietnamese for their knowledge, or as bargaining chips, or as trophies. The books - Mark Sauter's "The Men We Left Behind" and Scott Barnes' "BOHICA", to name two - present an enormous amount of data that varies greatly on a qualitiative basis (second or third person accounts, assumptions based on foreign articles, or interpretations of classidied documents), and often with thin linkages to other facts presented. Yes, it's a lot like the UFO genre. This is not to say all POW books are like this. McConnell and Schweitzer with "Inside Hanoi's Secret Archives" used very careful research techniques and documentation to lay out the premise that The North Vietnamese killed most of the POWs that did not return either during torture or heat-of-battle encounters with villagers and/or soldiers just after shoot-down. So, it can be done - presenting the case for what happened to POW's who do not return - in a reasonable manner. "No One Left Behind: The Lt. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Colder-than-Hell-Audiobook/B002V5H7K8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Colder than Hell Subtitle: A Marine Rifle Company at Chosin Reservoir Author: Joseph R. Owen Narrator: Richard Rohan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Naval Institute Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 194 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As a lieutenant who was with them from first muster in California, Owen was in a unique position to see the hastily assembled mix of some 200 regulars and raw reservists harden into a superb Marine rifle company. The action and narrative move fast as the company learns to fight under enemy fire, eat frozen rations, and keep pushing forward when its wounded and dead go down. Critic Reviews: "Owen's firsthand account is chilling and rather wonderful." (James Brady) "Joe Owen's account of Baker-One-Seven's courageous ordeal is blunt, authentic, and compelling - a fitting tribute to his company and to his Corps." (Col. Joseph Alexander, USMC (ret.)) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joseph R. Owen) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 00:01:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Colder-than-Hell-Audiobook/B002V5H7K8 thebookvoice.com 00:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Colder than Hell Subtitle: A Marine Rifle Company at Chosin Reservoir Author: Joseph R. Owen Narrator: Richard Rohan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Naval Institute Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 194 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As a lieutenant who was with them from first muster in California, Owen was in a unique position to see the hastily assembled mix of some 200 regulars and raw reservists harden into a superb Marine rifle company. The action and narrative move fast as the company learns to fight under enemy fire, eat frozen rations, and keep pushing forward when its wounded and dead go down. Critic Reviews: "Owen's firsthand account is chilling and rather wonderful." (James Brady) "Joe Owen's account of Baker-One-Seven's courageous ordeal is blunt, authentic, and compelling - a fitting tribute to his company and to his Corps." (Col. Joseph Alexander, USMC (ret.)) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Colder than Hell Subtitle: A Marine Rifle Company at Chosin Reservoir Author: Joseph R. Owen Narrator: Richard Rohan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Naval Institute Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 194 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As a lieutenant who was with them from first muster in California, Owen was in a unique position to see the hastily assembled mix of some 200 regulars and raw reservists harden into a superb Marine rifle company. The action and narrative move fast as the company learns to fight under enemy fire, eat frozen rations, and keep pushing forward when its wounded and dead go down. Critic Reviews: "Owen's firsthand account is chilling and rather wonderful." (James Brady) "Joe Owen's account of Baker-One-Seven's courageous ordeal is blunt, authentic, and compelling - a fitting tribute to his company and to his Corps." (Col. Joseph Alexander, USMC (ret.)) Members Reviews: Excellent! First of all the narrator does a great job with the book. The book itself is a gripping tale of infantry combat in the Korean War. The author tells it like he saw it and the book does not dwell on the larger issues of the war (military or political). But if you want a great 'you are there' story of infantry combat this is one of the best accounts I have read. A classic. At last! Refreshingly devoid of the clinical approach & window dressing customarily surrounding this fateful nexus of the Korean War. A well written and absorbing exposition of the early northern offensives from the perspective of those who fought them. A highly esteemed keepsake for the veterans and families of B/1/7. Good first Person account of the first year of the Any additional comments? Good first Person account of the first year of the Korean Wars first year and the 7th Marines Actions Semper Fi Mortars Loved the book. Almost made me want to reenlist. Just kidding. This book brought back a lot of memories from the time I served from 99-2003. I was in 81mm weapons platoon. These Marines were 60mm line platoon Grunts. I made several cold weather trips to Norway and Iceland but never under fire like these guys. My heart goes out to the Frozen Chosin Marines that lost their lives for our freedom in that frozen Hell Hole. Awesome Great book that ties in well with another book on the Frozen Chosin called "Last Stand of Fox Company". Listening to both books back to back and listening to a lot of the same details from two different writers is a good way to pick up on the what these brave men dealt with. Well written, well read I enjoyed them both and would highly recommend them. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Silent-Running-Audiobook/B002V0KNB8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silent Running Subtitle: My Years on a World War II Attack Submarine Author: James F. Calvert Narrator: Kevin Patrick Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 457 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In this riveting personal account, an authentic American hero relives the perils and triumphs of eight harrowing patrols aboard one of America's most successful World War II submarines. Courageous deeds and terror-filled moments - as well as the endless hard work of maintaining and operating a combat sub - are vividly recalled in Calvert's candid portrait. From rigorous training and shakedown cruises off the coast of New England to tense patrols within shouting distance of Japan's major cities, the progress of the newly commissioned USS Jack parallels Calvert's own growth from callow ensign to charter member of one of the sharpest attack teams in the fleet. Silent Running is more than a masterful collection of war stories. The greatest drama takes place within Jim Calvert himself, as his values, his training, and his courage are put to test daily, both at sea and ashore. He must come to terms with a forbidden love, overcome fear and self-doubt, cope with the loss of comrades, and face the constant reality that each and every day at sea might be his last. Jim Calvert has created one of the most remarkable World War II memoirs to date. ©1995 by James F. Calvert, Vice Admiral, USN (Ret.) (P)1997 by Blackstone Audiobooks bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James F. Calvert) Thu, 26 Oct 2000 21:08:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Silent-Running-Audiobook/B002V0KNB8 thebookvoice.com 10:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silent Running Subtitle: My Years on a World War II Attack Submarine Author: James F. Calvert Narrator: Kevin Patrick Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 457 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In this riveting personal account, an authentic American hero relives the perils and triumphs of eight harrowing patrols aboard one of America's most successful World War II submarines. Courageous deeds and terror-filled moments - as well as the endless hard work of maintaining and operating a combat sub - are vividly recalled in Calvert's candid portrait. From rigorous training and shakedown cruises off the coast of New England to tense patrols within shouting distance of Japan's major cities, the progress of the newly commissioned USS Jack parallels Calvert's own growth from callow ensign to charter member of one of the sharpest attack teams in the fleet. Silent Running is more than a masterful collection of war stories. The greatest drama takes place within Jim Calvert himself, as his values, his training, and his courage are put to test daily, both at sea and ashore. He must come to terms with a forbidden love, overcome fear and self-doubt, cope with the loss of comrades, and face the constant reality that each and every day at sea might be his last. Jim Calvert has created one of the most remarkable World War II memoirs to date. ©1995 by James F. Calvert, Vice Admiral, USN (Ret.) (P)1997 by Blackstone Audiobooks Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silent Running Subtitle: My Years on a World War II Attack Submarine Author: James F. Calvert Narrator: Kevin Patrick Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 457 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In this riveting personal account, an authentic American hero relives the perils and triumphs of eight harrowing patrols aboard one of America's most successful World War II submarines. Courageous deeds and terror-filled moments - as well as the endless hard work of maintaining and operating a combat sub - are vividly recalled in Calvert's candid portrait. From rigorous training and shakedown cruises off the coast of New England to tense patrols within shouting distance of Japan's major cities, the progress of the newly commissioned USS Jack parallels Calvert's own growth from callow ensign to charter member of one of the sharpest attack teams in the fleet. Silent Running is more than a masterful collection of war stories. The greatest drama takes place within Jim Calvert himself, as his values, his training, and his courage are put to test daily, both at sea and ashore. He must come to terms with a forbidden love, overcome fear and self-doubt, cope with the loss of comrades, and face the constant reality that each and every day at sea might be his last. Jim Calvert has created one of the most remarkable World War II memoirs to date. ©1995 by James F. Calvert, Vice Admiral, USN (Ret.) (P)1997 by Blackstone Audiobooks Members Reviews: A fascinating view of WW2 Sub Warfare Any fan of Tom Clancy's fictional sub tales will like this historical audio book of our submarine forces in WW2. The combination of technical information, wartime action, and insights into the human factor of life on a WW2 Sub made this book an enjoyable choice. The 10 hour unabridged size was also nice if you like unabridged formats - it did not drag or feel too long, but rather was hard to "put down". I would highly recommend this audiobook! Great Read He was a small cog in the great machinery of WW II but he had a front row seat, which he shares with us. This book gives a glimpse of what the war was like at the point of action. It is not only tremendously enlightening it is very entertaining. If you have an interest in naval military history as told from an individual combatant?s perspective, you should consider this book. Great Book, Bad Recording This is an excellent biographical tale of life aboard a second world war submarine in the Pacific theater of operations. It tells the tale of a crew growing together as a fighting unit through the eyes of a junior officer. That is one drawback as even junior officers live a guilded life compared to a seaman, but that is a minor complaint. What is annoying is the uneven recording quality. It is quite evident that the narrator had to redo numerous portions of the book and the dubbed in portions sound as if the used a steel drum as a studio. This is an unneeded distraction in an otherwise fine book. Engrossing wartime memoir Reaching the end of Silent Running, I was sorry that the Second World War hadn't gone on for another couple of years so that Jim Calvert would have a few more sea stories to tell. It's an excellent read: informative, detailed, and yet highly personal. Calvert pulls no punches when analysing his own actions during the war, both in the submarine and out of it, and it's refreshing to find a war memoir where the author doesn't consider that he won the war single-handedly. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bravest-Man-Audiobook/B002VACGG8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bravest Man Subtitle: The Story of Richard O'Kane & U.S. Submariners in the Pacific War Author: William Tuohy Narrator: E.H. Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 334 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Amid internal threats and scandals, O'Kane participated in the most dramatic war patrols of the Pacific War, and rescued the largest number of carrier aviators from under the guns of the Japanese. Yet at the end of its fifth successful patrol, his ship was sunk by its own torpedo. Tuohy's portrait provides an insider's view of the successes and fractures that accompany wartime stresses. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (William Tuohy) Thu, 28 Oct 2004 12:12:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bravest-Man-Audiobook/B002VACGG8 thebookvoice.com 15:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bravest Man Subtitle: The Story of Richard O'Kane & U.S. Submariners in the Pacific War Author: William Tuohy Narrator: E.H. Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 334 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Amid internal threats and scandals, O'Kane participated in the most dramatic war patrols of the Pacific War, and rescued the largest number of carrier aviators from under the guns of the Japanese. Yet at the end of its fifth successful patrol, his ship was sunk by its own torpedo. Tuohy's portrait provides an insider's view of the successes and fractures that accompany wartime stresses. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bravest Man Subtitle: The Story of Richard O'Kane & U.S. Submariners in the Pacific War Author: William Tuohy Narrator: E.H. Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 334 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Amid internal threats and scandals, O'Kane participated in the most dramatic war patrols of the Pacific War, and rescued the largest number of carrier aviators from under the guns of the Japanese. Yet at the end of its fifth successful patrol, his ship was sunk by its own torpedo. Tuohy's portrait provides an insider's view of the successes and fractures that accompany wartime stresses. Members Reviews: Great details of WWII Submarine Patrols This is the best book I have read about submarine operations in WWII. If you are interested in what it must have been like to risk your life every day this is a book you should read. I have served on Nuclear Subs and have looked for good descriptions of just how the Subs did what they did in WWII. This gives you all those details. Captain O'Kane is truly the best of the "war time" skippers and was able to conduct the most productive patrols of any submarines in the Pacific. Great story with a lot of detail. The Bravest Man This is an excellent book that "listens" easily. I had no background on the undersea war and found the book to be fascinating. I enjoyed the reader and the writing style of the author. You will walk away from this book with a much greater appreciation for what submariners endured---- they truly were a different breed. You will also gain an appreciation for the evolving technology --- how early undersea weapons were scandalously unreliable and how the "skippers" fought to get better torpedos with which to accomplish their mission----to sink enemy shipping. Great book!! good book I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this account of the submarine service during WWII. I would recommend it to anyone and will certainly listen to it again in the future The Bravest Man- fine example of leadership. What this story showed me was the values and skills that we often inherit or develop in others. Often the people that have seen a remarkable leader try to emulate good leadership skills - very much a trickle effect. Certainly this story is in a dangerous environment. How would you like to expose your career, life, and other peoples lives on an unproven theory or weapon? There are so many sides to this story you find yourself listening to this story again and again. Well written and read extremely well. The Bravest Man I recommend this title highly. By the end of the book, I felt a deep and personal connection with the men whose history it told. I felt genuine pain at their losses and joy at their overcoming of hardships. So impressed was I with the work that I have ordered the book on cd and the hard copy for my local library, as well as searching out the two first person accounts Richard Okane authored himself in out of print book shops to donate to my local public library. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Day-of-Infamy-Audiobook/B002V8HBAG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Day of Infamy Author: Walter Lord Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Day of Infamy is Walter Lord's gripping, vivid re-creation of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Sunday, December 7, 1941. The listener accompanies Admiral Nagumo's task force as it sweeps toward Hawaii; looks on while warning after warning is ignored on Oahu; and is enmeshed in the panic, confusion, and heroism of the final attack. ©1985 by Walter Lord; (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Stuns the reader with the weight of reality!" (James A. Michener) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Walter Lord) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 16:48:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Day-of-Infamy-Audiobook/B002V8HBAG thebookvoice.com 06:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Day of Infamy Author: Walter Lord Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Day of Infamy is Walter Lord's gripping, vivid re-creation of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Sunday, December 7, 1941. The listener accompanies Admiral Nagumo's task force as it sweeps toward Hawaii; looks on while warning after warning is ignored on Oahu; and is enmeshed in the panic, confusion, and heroism of the final attack. ©1985 by Walter Lord; (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Stuns the reader with the weight of reality!" (James A. Michener) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Day of Infamy Author: Walter Lord Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Day of Infamy is Walter Lord's gripping, vivid re-creation of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Sunday, December 7, 1941. The listener accompanies Admiral Nagumo's task force as it sweeps toward Hawaii; looks on while warning after warning is ignored on Oahu; and is enmeshed in the panic, confusion, and heroism of the final attack. ©1985 by Walter Lord; (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Stuns the reader with the weight of reality!" (James A. Michener) Members Reviews: Engaging Story, Great Reading Though Walter Lord's Day of Infamy is nearly 50 years old it does not feel dated-in fact, if anything it seems fresh because of the sheer amount of first-hand anecdotes which were only available immediately following the war. Lord weaves many compelling stories of American, Japanese and Hawaiian participants of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Tom Parker's reading is excellent, as always. This is a classic that I highly recommend. Pearl Harbor through personal vignettes There are many detailed books concerning the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that catapulted the US into World War 2 as an active combatant instead of its then current role as weapons and food supplier, including those from both the US and the Japanese perspective. Many of those give detailed explanations of what happened, when it happened and how each event affected the overall attack. This book is very different in that the entire attack is viewed through the individual actions on hundreds of people, US sailors, marines, soldiers and civilians as well as Japanese sailors. There is no overall high level view of what happened, or a moment by moment description of the events, but rather the story is the sum of all of the individual accounts. Thus we understand the attacks on the US battleships by hearing what sailors and marines on the ships did, what they could not do, what they saw and how they reacted. Sometimes this narration tells much that an overall account could not, as with the description of how one mess stewart, with no training, took control of one of the machine guns firing at the attacking Japanese planes, how one sailor stayed at his machine gun while the fires raged around him and how sailors trapped below decks waited for either rescue from their sunk ships, or suffocation as the air ran out. Often the narrations, although compelling, fail to tell us how the events hung together and what the views of the commanders were, so the book ends up being a mixed bag. This book is quite old, having been written in 1957, so it lacks information that has been gleaned in the intervening years through research, but it is still a worthwhile look at the event that started World War II for the US. The narrator, Grover Gardner, has the perfect voice and pace for this type of book and, although much information is missing, especially from the Japanese side, the book is well worth listening to for someone who wants a more personal and less academic view of the terrible events of December 7, 1941. But for those really interested in learning about the attack itself, this book serves more as a companion piece for more detailed books covering the war in the Pacific. While there are many such books now available readers should not go wrong by starting with those by Ian Toll (Pacific Crucible, The Conquering Tide) or James Hornfischer. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Band-of-Brothers-Audiobook/B002VA9ZP8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Band of Brothers Author: Stephen E. Ambrose Narrator: Cotter Smith Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-00 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 599 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In the summer of 1942, a band of citizen soldiers were brought together by the desire to be better than the other guy. At its peak, Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army, was as good a rifle company as any in the world. From their rigorous training in Georgia in 1942 through Utah Beach, Market-Garden, the Bulge, and Hitler's Eagle's Nest, WWII historian Stephen Ambrose tells the story of this remarkable company. In combat, the reward for a job well done is the next tough assignment, and the men of Easy Company kept getting the tough assignments, from parachuting into France early D-Day morning to capturing Hitler's Bavarian outpost. ©1998 Stephen E. Ambrose, All Rights Reserved; (P)1998 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved; AUDIOWORKS is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc. Critic Reviews: "An incredible trek, and Ambrose brilliantly illuminates every mile of it." (The Tampa Tribune) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen E. Ambrose) Fri, 10 Mar 2000 03:34:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Band-of-Brothers-Audiobook/B002VA9ZP8 thebookvoice.com 04:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Band of Brothers Author: Stephen E. Ambrose Narrator: Cotter Smith Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-00 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 599 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In the summer of 1942, a band of citizen soldiers were brought together by the desire to be better than the other guy. At its peak, Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army, was as good a rifle company as any in the world. From their rigorous training in Georgia in 1942 through Utah Beach, Market-Garden, the Bulge, and Hitler's Eagle's Nest, WWII historian Stephen Ambrose tells the story of this remarkable company. In combat, the reward for a job well done is the next tough assignment, and the men of Easy Company kept getting the tough assignments, from parachuting into France early D-Day morning to capturing Hitler's Bavarian outpost. ©1998 Stephen E. Ambrose, All Rights Reserved; (P)1998 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved; AUDIOWORKS is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc. Critic Reviews: "An incredible trek, and Ambrose brilliantly illuminates every mile of it." (The Tampa Tribune) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Band of Brothers Author: Stephen E. Ambrose Narrator: Cotter Smith Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-00 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 599 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In the summer of 1942, a band of citizen soldiers were brought together by the desire to be better than the other guy. At its peak, Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, U.S. Army, was as good a rifle company as any in the world. From their rigorous training in Georgia in 1942 through Utah Beach, Market-Garden, the Bulge, and Hitler's Eagle's Nest, WWII historian Stephen Ambrose tells the story of this remarkable company. In combat, the reward for a job well done is the next tough assignment, and the men of Easy Company kept getting the tough assignments, from parachuting into France early D-Day morning to capturing Hitler's Bavarian outpost. ©1998 Stephen E. Ambrose, All Rights Reserved; (P)1998 Simon & Schuster Inc., All Rights Reserved; AUDIOWORKS is an Imprint of Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster Inc. Critic Reviews: "An incredible trek, and Ambrose brilliantly illuminates every mile of it." (The Tampa Tribune) Members Reviews: Band of Brothers A good, basic treatment. I quickly realized I would have preferred the unabridged version. Bare bones This audiobook should stand as an example of why abridged audiobooks should be shunned. This abridgement is a strip job. A great story has been stripped to bare bones and made very hard to follow. People just pop up out of nowhere and you're expected to somehow know who the narrator is talking about. Still a good listen. Great narrator. A fine companion to the print version and the HBO miniseries. These were some tough people. Wished it was unabridged Having read the book multiple times, I thought that the story would help pass the time while driving. Overall, I thought that the story is great, but found myself wondering why there wasn't an unabridged version, which would tie the story together a bit better. I wish it were Unabridged!!! This is a great story and an enjoyable book. It is unbelievable what these men, and others like them accomplished in WWII. It really goes hand in hand with the HBO Series. Angels from the sky! This book is definately a classic and tells the story of the men who sacrificed to deliver us from the German occupation. Living in Eindhoven, the Netherlands which was liberated by the 101st this book for me was very touching. Well narrated, well written, it tells the personal story of the men who fought and died to fight the Nazis. Too bad there isn't an unabridged audio version.! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Trapped-at-Pearl-Harbor-Audiobook/B002V5GRUE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trapped at Pearl Harbor Subtitle: Escape from the Battleship Oklahoma Author: Stephen Bower Young Narrator: Tim Murphy Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Naval Institute Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Author Stephen Young was a seaman first class assigned to gunnery duty in turret no. 4 on the battleship Oklahoma when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The battleship was struck by several torpedoes and began to sink, trapping Young and others when it overturned. With incredible realism, Young recounts this terrifying experience, recalling the frantic search for an escape route, the horror of finding the exit blocked, and such unforgettable detail as the water's inexorable rise, the sickening taste of fuel oil, the foul smell of the air, the nervous wisecracks, and finally the silence as the possibility of rescue became ever more remote. A Naval Institute Press Audio Book (P)1998 by the Naval Institute Press; From the Book Trapped at Pearl Harbor: Escape from the Battleship Oklahoma, ©1991 by Stephen Bower Young Critic Reviews: "The richness of Stephen Young's authentic, believable detail makes this never-before-told story come alive and leaves no doubt that this is precisely what happened." (Cdr. Edward P. Stafford, USN (Ret.), author of The Big E) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Bower Young) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 10:45:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Trapped-at-Pearl-Harbor-Audiobook/B002V5GRUE thebookvoice.com 00:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trapped at Pearl Harbor Subtitle: Escape from the Battleship Oklahoma Author: Stephen Bower Young Narrator: Tim Murphy Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Naval Institute Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Author Stephen Young was a seaman first class assigned to gunnery duty in turret no. 4 on the battleship Oklahoma when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The battleship was struck by several torpedoes and began to sink, trapping Young and others when it overturned. With incredible realism, Young recounts this terrifying experience, recalling the frantic search for an escape route, the horror of finding the exit blocked, and such unforgettable detail as the water's inexorable rise, the sickening taste of fuel oil, the foul smell of the air, the nervous wisecracks, and finally the silence as the possibility of rescue became ever more remote. A Naval Institute Press Audio Book (P)1998 by the Naval Institute Press; From the Book Trapped at Pearl Harbor: Escape from the Battleship Oklahoma, ©1991 by Stephen Bower Young Critic Reviews: "The richness of Stephen Young's authentic, believable detail makes this never-before-told story come alive and leaves no doubt that this is precisely what happened." (Cdr. Edward P. Stafford, USN (Ret.), author of The Big E) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Trapped at Pearl Harbor Subtitle: Escape from the Battleship Oklahoma Author: Stephen Bower Young Narrator: Tim Murphy Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Naval Institute Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Author Stephen Young was a seaman first class assigned to gunnery duty in turret no. 4 on the battleship Oklahoma when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The battleship was struck by several torpedoes and began to sink, trapping Young and others when it overturned. With incredible realism, Young recounts this terrifying experience, recalling the frantic search for an escape route, the horror of finding the exit blocked, and such unforgettable detail as the water's inexorable rise, the sickening taste of fuel oil, the foul smell of the air, the nervous wisecracks, and finally the silence as the possibility of rescue became ever more remote. A Naval Institute Press Audio Book (P)1998 by the Naval Institute Press; From the Book Trapped at Pearl Harbor: Escape from the Battleship Oklahoma, ©1991 by Stephen Bower Young Critic Reviews: "The richness of Stephen Young's authentic, believable detail makes this never-before-told story come alive and leaves no doubt that this is precisely what happened." (Cdr. Edward P. Stafford, USN (Ret.), author of The Big E) Members Reviews: Unwritten history This book details the suffering of the men of the men trapped inside the bowels of the USS Oklahoma. This ordeal is something that neither the history books nor the Pearl Harbor survivors talk about. It is very well written. Interesting and well narrated Other than seeing old movie footage of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, I had known little of the plight of those that were there. This is the story of my parent's generation and the incredulity of their innocence at the beginning of the actual attack and their steadfast will to survive both during and after. The narrator was a perfect match as well. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Wild-Blue-Audiobook/B002UZN5ZA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wild Blue Subtitle: The Men and Boys Who Flew the B-24s Over Germany Author: Stephen E. Ambrose Narrator: Jeffrey DeMunn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-01 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Ambrose carries us along in the crowded, uncomfortable, and dangerous B-24s as their crews fought to the death - through thick, black, deadly flak - to reach their targets and destroy the German war machine. Twenty-two-year-old George McGovern, later a United States senator and a presidential candidate, flew 35 combat missions (all the Army would allow) and won the Distinguished Flying Cross. We meet him and his mates, his co-pilot killed in action, and crews of other planes - many of whom did not come back. As Band of Brothers and Citizen Soldiers portrayed the bravery and ultimate victory of the American soldier from Normandy on to Germany, The Wild Blue makes clear the contribution the young men of the Army Air Forces stationed in Italy made to the Allied victory. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen E. Ambrose) Fri, 10 Aug 2001 23:14:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Wild-Blue-Audiobook/B002UZN5ZA thebookvoice.com 08:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wild Blue Subtitle: The Men and Boys Who Flew the B-24s Over Germany Author: Stephen E. Ambrose Narrator: Jeffrey DeMunn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-01 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Ambrose carries us along in the crowded, uncomfortable, and dangerous B-24s as their crews fought to the death - through thick, black, deadly flak - to reach their targets and destroy the German war machine. Twenty-two-year-old George McGovern, later a United States senator and a presidential candidate, flew 35 combat missions (all the Army would allow) and won the Distinguished Flying Cross. We meet him and his mates, his co-pilot killed in action, and crews of other planes - many of whom did not come back. As Band of Brothers and Citizen Soldiers portrayed the bravery and ultimate victory of the American soldier from Normandy on to Germany, The Wild Blue makes clear the contribution the young men of the Army Air Forces stationed in Italy made to the Allied victory. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wild Blue Subtitle: The Men and Boys Who Flew the B-24s Over Germany Author: Stephen E. Ambrose Narrator: Jeffrey DeMunn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-01 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 262 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Ambrose carries us along in the crowded, uncomfortable, and dangerous B-24s as their crews fought to the death - through thick, black, deadly flak - to reach their targets and destroy the German war machine. Twenty-two-year-old George McGovern, later a United States senator and a presidential candidate, flew 35 combat missions (all the Army would allow) and won the Distinguished Flying Cross. We meet him and his mates, his co-pilot killed in action, and crews of other planes - many of whom did not come back. As Band of Brothers and Citizen Soldiers portrayed the bravery and ultimate victory of the American soldier from Normandy on to Germany, The Wild Blue makes clear the contribution the young men of the Army Air Forces stationed in Italy made to the Allied victory. Members Reviews: Just Fantastic I loved this book. Stephen Ambrose was right. The B-24 was grossly underappreciated during and after the war. Not as handsome as the B-17, the Liberator was faster, carried a bigger payload and had fewer losses by percentage. I had no idea that George McGovern was such a great and inspiring war hero. The narration is excellent. It's a shame that it was Ambrose's last book (I think anyway). Think Band of Brothers but in the AAF. Great stuff. Flying High after this one I was really in love with the writing style of this book. And being a gen xer, I learned so much about the difference between today's war time and an older generation's war time. I pulled stories from the book and shared them with some of my relatives at get togethers and it opened a can of worms about experiences they had in the military. This is a good book to help older and younger people bridge the gap and talk about things that scared them, the people they missed, the good times had and the feeling of experiencing things like this. Truly an amazing storyteller. And an amazing set of stories. Not up to Ambrose's Usual Standards The late Stephen Ambrose is rightly considered among the great history writers of our time. I've read most of his works and have never finished one without being completely satisfied, until reading The Wild Blue. On the positive side, if you want a general overview of how it felt to train for and fly or crew a B-24 during the WWII, The Wild Blue does an adequate job of it. But the magic Ambrose used in finding a unique story to tell of a group of men brought together by a common thread, such as in Band of Brothers, or Undaunted Courage, is totally lacking in this work. The majority of this book is a collection of completely random vignettes of B-24 fliers and crew. Ambrose tries to weave a story thinly by using the crew of George McGovern, but the majority of this book is just one random person after another. By the second or third hour he's thrown out so many names and pained so many mini biographies that the result is the reader has no connection whatsoever to his narrative. When the Italian theater combat chapters begin, he throws out so many statistics for each action: planes lost and damaged, tonnage of bombs on target, crews lost, that it all becomes a jumble of facts and strangers. When the McGovern crew is finally firmly latched onto for the final couple hours of the book, it turns out their story is not particularly interesting. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Boys-Crusade-Audiobook/B002UZMQ7S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Boys' Crusade Subtitle: The American Infantry in Northwestern Europe, 1944-1945 [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Paul Fussell Narrator: Joel Leffert Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: National Book Award Winner Paul Fussell tells the breathtaking story of WWII from the young soldiers' points of view. WWII was not the glorified picture it is often depicted to be. For the American soldier it was a tiring, emotional, and gruesome experience. Fussell's extensive details and insight help to make this story come alive. ©2003 Paul Fussell; (P)2003 Recorded Books, LLC bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Fussell) Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:60:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Boys-Crusade-Audiobook/B002UZMQ7S thebookvoice.com 04:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Boys' Crusade Subtitle: The American Infantry in Northwestern Europe, 1944-1945 [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Paul Fussell Narrator: Joel Leffert Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: National Book Award Winner Paul Fussell tells the breathtaking story of WWII from the young soldiers' points of view. WWII was not the glorified picture it is often depicted to be. For the American soldier it was a tiring, emotional, and gruesome experience. Fussell's extensive details and insight help to make this story come alive. ©2003 Paul Fussell; (P)2003 Recorded Books, LLC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Boys' Crusade Subtitle: The American Infantry in Northwestern Europe, 1944-1945 [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Paul Fussell Narrator: Joel Leffert Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: National Book Award Winner Paul Fussell tells the breathtaking story of WWII from the young soldiers' points of view. WWII was not the glorified picture it is often depicted to be. For the American soldier it was a tiring, emotional, and gruesome experience. Fussell's extensive details and insight help to make this story come alive. ©2003 Paul Fussell; (P)2003 Recorded Books, LLC Members Reviews: Infantryman's war An excellent account of America's role in Europe during World War II, much of it based on the author's own experience as an infantryman. If your understanding of World War II comes from watching movies, this is a must read book. Some old, same old If you have read Stephen A.'s books on WWII, you will find nothing new here. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Puertorriquenos-Who-Served-With-Guts-Glory-and-Honor-Audiobook/B00VXQQ4LE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Puertorriquenos Who Served With Guts, Glory, and Honor Subtitle: Fighting to Defend a Nation Not Completely Their Own Author: Greg Boudonck Narrator: Maxwell Zener Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-13-15 Publisher: Greg Boudonck Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States. Many men and women from Puerto Rico have served in the United States military and protected us from harm. In many cases they have not received the honor they are due. This book is written with the intent of giving respect and honor to the many Puerto Ricans who have fought gallantly in our military. It just may open your eyes to the service of those who cannot call the United States their own. Give respect and honor to all who served! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Greg Boudonck) Mon, 13 Apr 2015 00:11:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Puertorriquenos-Who-Served-With-Guts-Glory-and-Honor-Audiobook/B00VXQQ4LE thebookvoice.com 03:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Puertorriquenos Who Served With Guts, Glory, and Honor Subtitle: Fighting to Defend a Nation Not Completely Their Own Author: Greg Boudonck Narrator: Maxwell Zener Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-13-15 Publisher: Greg Boudonck Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States. Many men and women from Puerto Rico have served in the United States military and protected us from harm. In many cases they have not received the honor they are due. This book is written with the intent of giving respect and honor to the many Puerto Ricans who have fought gallantly in our military. It just may open your eyes to the service of those who cannot call the United States their own. Give respect and honor to all who served! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Puertorriquenos Who Served With Guts, Glory, and Honor Subtitle: Fighting to Defend a Nation Not Completely Their Own Author: Greg Boudonck Narrator: Maxwell Zener Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-13-15 Publisher: Greg Boudonck Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Puerto Rico is a commonwealth of the United States. Many men and women from Puerto Rico have served in the United States military and protected us from harm. In many cases they have not received the honor they are due. This book is written with the intent of giving respect and honor to the many Puerto Ricans who have fought gallantly in our military. It just may open your eyes to the service of those who cannot call the United States their own. Give respect and honor to all who served! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Great educational book Many Americans do not know that Puerto Ricans are US citizens and we have defended America worldwide even though when we live on the island we can not vote for the individuals who send us to war. Puerto Ricans have served America with distinction, for example heroes like Colonel Virgil Miller from San German, Puerto Rico who lead the the 442d Regimental Combat Team, a unit made up of Nisei, second generation Japanese Americans during World War II. Don't forget the mighty 65th Infantry Regiment who protected the rear as the Marines and Army units fought their way out of a Chinese trap and withdrew from Chosin Reservoir to Hungnam harbor during the Korean War. Highly recommended reading. This is a precise, highly authoritative documenting of the experience of Puerto Rican soldiers in the US military. Tony "The Marine" Santiago is a decorated US Marine, who has created over 600 Wikipedia articles on Puerto Rican culture, government and history - particularly military history. This book is a must-read for anyone searching a first-person account of Puerto Rican service and sacrifice in the US military. It is written in a direct, unmediated, factual and straightforward manner. Highly recommended reading. Love to learn more about my beloved island. Viva Puerto Rico !!!!! ... as a gift & the recipient said was a great read! Purchased as a gift & the recipient said was a great read! Five Stars Great research. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Mystery-of-the-Lady-Be-Good-Audiobook/B076DJP5TN Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Lady Be Good Subtitle: The History of the World War II Plane's Disappearance and Discovery Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Kenneth Ray Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Nazi Germany's North African defeat opened up the possibility of taking the war in the West to the European continent for the first time since France's lightning conquest by the Wehrmacht in 1940. The British and Americans debated the merits of landing in France directly in 1943, but they ultimately opted against it. Complex reasons lay behind England's successful insistence on the Mediterranean theater rather than the French theater as the scene of the next western Allied strike against Nazi Germany. Chief among these remained Britain's determination to keep a postwar empire, one that Churchill and his cabinet hoped would include Iraq and Iran, the source of oil needed to ensure that England continued to "rule the waves" with a powerful modern navy. This strategic imperative, indeed, formed the backbone of the British choice of Sicily as the target for military operations in the summer of 1943. While the Germans sent men and materiel to aid in holding the island, the Allies, though allowing the invasion force to stand idle, undertook massive preparations of their own. The logistical corps of both the American and British armies stockpiled huge amounts of food, medical supplies, ammunition, spare parts, and gasoline for their invading soldiers. Seeing to every detail, the assiduous quartermasters even accumulated a store of 144,000 condoms, a large stock of chewing gum, and a supply of rat traps to deal with vermin. Naturally, the preparations also included bombing missions over Italy ahead of an amphibious landing, and on April 4, 1943, one of the planes that took off from Libya to bomb Naples was the Lady Be Good, a B-24D Liberator bomber with a crew that had never flown a combat mission. The operation, which included over a dozen planes, was undone by poor flying conditions almost from the start, and the Lady Be Good never even made into formation with the others attacking Naples, thus flying out the mission on its own. Around midnight, pilot 1st Lt. William J. Hatton radioed for directions back to base, but after that, the plane and its crew were never heard from again. A search-and-rescue effort found nothing, and it would be over a decade before the remains of the plane, which many assumed went down in the Mediterranean, was found deep in the desert over 400 miles away from the base. The mystery further deepened when no human remains were found at the crash site, which suggested the crew had bailed out of the plane. Eventually, the remains of several members of the crew were found, and it led to the stunning discovery that multiple survivors undertook a desperate journey to safety before perishing in the desert, one that was actually documented in some of the men's diaries. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Mon, 16 Oct 2017 07:41:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Mystery-of-the-Lady-Be-Good-Audiobook/B076DJP5TN thebookvoice.com 01:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Lady Be Good Subtitle: The History of the World War II Plane's Disappearance and Discovery Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Kenneth Ray Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Nazi Germany's North African defeat opened up the possibility of taking the war in the West to the European continent for the first time since France's lightning conquest by the Wehrmacht in 1940. The British and Americans debated the merits of landing in France directly in 1943, but they ultimately opted against it. Complex reasons lay behind England's successful insistence on the Mediterranean theater rather than the French theater as the scene of the next western Allied strike against Nazi Germany. Chief among these remained Britain's determination to keep a postwar empire, one that Churchill and his cabinet hoped would include Iraq and Iran, the source of oil needed to ensure that England continued to "rule the waves" with a powerful modern navy. This strategic imperative, indeed, formed the backbone of the British choice of Sicily as the target for military operations in the summer of 1943. While the Germans sent men and materiel to aid in holding the island, the Allies, though allowing the invasion force to stand idle, undertook massive preparations of their own. The logistical corps of both the American and British armies stockpiled huge amounts of food, medical supplies, ammunition, spare parts, and gasoline for their invading soldiers. Seeing to every detail, the assiduous quartermasters even accumulated a store of 144,000 condoms, a large stock of chewing gum, and a supply of rat traps to deal with vermin. Naturally, the preparations also included bombing missions over Italy ahead of an amphibious landing, and on April 4, 1943, one of the planes that took off from Libya to bomb Naples was the Lady Be Good, a B-24D Liberator bomber with a crew that had never flown a combat mission. The operation, which included over a dozen planes, was undone by poor flying conditions almost from the start, and the Lady Be Good never even made into formation with the others attacking Naples, thus flying out the mission on its own. Around midnight, pilot 1st Lt. William J. Hatton radioed for directions back to base, but after that, the plane and its crew were never heard from again. A search-and-rescue effort found nothing, and it would be over a decade before the remains of the plane, which many assumed went down in the Mediterranean, was found deep in the desert over 400 miles away from the base. The mystery further deepened when no human remains were found at the crash site, which suggested the crew had bailed out of the plane. Eventually, the remains of several members of the crew were found, and it led to the stunning discovery that multiple survivors undertook a desperate journey to safety before perishing in the desert, one that was actually documented in some of the men's diaries. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Lady Be Good Subtitle: The History of the World War II Plane's Disappearance and Discovery Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Kenneth Ray Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-16-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Nazi Germany's North African defeat opened up the possibility of taking the war in the West to the European continent for the first time since France's lightning conquest by the Wehrmacht in 1940. The British and Americans debated the merits of landing in France directly in 1943, but they ultimately opted against it. Complex reasons lay behind England's successful insistence on the Mediterranean theater rather than the French theater as the scene of the next western Allied strike against Nazi Germany. Chief among these remained Britain's determination to keep a postwar empire, one that Churchill and his cabinet hoped would include Iraq and Iran, the source of oil needed to ensure that England continued to "rule the waves" with a powerful modern navy. This strategic imperative, indeed, formed the backbone of the British choice of Sicily as the target for military operations in the summer of 1943. While the Germans sent men and materiel to aid in holding the island, the Allies, though allowing the invasion force to stand idle, undertook massive preparations of their own. The logistical corps of both the American and British armies stockpiled huge amounts of food, medical supplies, ammunition, spare parts, and gasoline for their invading soldiers. Seeing to every detail, the assiduous quartermasters even accumulated a store of 144,000 condoms, a large stock of chewing gum, and a supply of rat traps to deal with vermin. Naturally, the preparations also included bombing missions over Italy ahead of an amphibious landing, and on April 4, 1943, one of the planes that took off from Libya to bomb Naples was the Lady Be Good, a B-24D Liberator bomber with a crew that had never flown a combat mission. The operation, which included over a dozen planes, was undone by poor flying conditions almost from the start, and the Lady Be Good never even made into formation with the others attacking Naples, thus flying out the mission on its own. Around midnight, pilot 1st Lt. William J. Hatton radioed for directions back to base, but after that, the plane and its crew were never heard from again. A search-and-rescue effort found nothing, and it would be over a decade before the remains of the plane, which many assumed went down in the Mediterranean, was found deep in the desert over 400 miles away from the base. The mystery further deepened when no human remains were found at the crash site, which suggested the crew had bailed out of the plane. Eventually, the remains of several members of the crew were found, and it led to the stunning discovery that multiple survivors undertook a desperate journey to safety before perishing in the desert, one that was actually documented in some of the men's diaries. Members Reviews: Lingering WWII mystery. This book clears up some of the mystery of a WWII bomber that disappeared over Africa, and explains what probably happened to the crew. Five Stars Fantastic story The book describes the plane and crew plus the will to survive under extremely harsh conditions I found the story The Mystery of the Lady Be Good: The History of the World War II Planeâs Disappearance and Discovery to be interesting. The book discussed the bombing mission and various members of the crew. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Forgotten-Voices-of-the-Blitz-and-the-Battle-for-Britain-Audiobook/B0032N4YK4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgotten Voices of the Blitz and the Battle for Britain Subtitle: The Battle for Britain Author: Joshua Levine, The Imperial War Museum Narrator: Simon MacCorkindale Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-06 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As Hitler proceeded with his invasion plans, code-named Operation Sealion, he knew that the RAF must not be allowed to threaten the invading forces as they crossed the Channel. It was clear that they would have to be brought to battle and defeated. Still hopeful of a settlement, Hitler believed that a sustained aerial attack, coupled with a U-Boat blockade, might bring Britain to the negotiating table. The Luftwaffe's specific aim was to win superiority by luring Fighter Command into the air and wiping it out. But Fighter Command, with its pilots, aircraft, and carefully considered systems of control, was waiting. © Joshua Levine and the Imperial War Museum; (P) Random House bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joshua Levine) Tue, 12 Dec 2006 21:18:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Forgotten-Voices-of-the-Blitz-and-the-Battle-for-Britain-Audiobook/B0032N4YK4 thebookvoice.com 02:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgotten Voices of the Blitz and the Battle for Britain Subtitle: The Battle for Britain Author: Joshua Levine, The Imperial War Museum Narrator: Simon MacCorkindale Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-06 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As Hitler proceeded with his invasion plans, code-named Operation Sealion, he knew that the RAF must not be allowed to threaten the invading forces as they crossed the Channel. It was clear that they would have to be brought to battle and defeated. Still hopeful of a settlement, Hitler believed that a sustained aerial attack, coupled with a U-Boat blockade, might bring Britain to the negotiating table. The Luftwaffe's specific aim was to win superiority by luring Fighter Command into the air and wiping it out. But Fighter Command, with its pilots, aircraft, and carefully considered systems of control, was waiting. © Joshua Levine and the Imperial War Museum; (P) Random House Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forgotten Voices of the Blitz and the Battle for Britain Subtitle: The Battle for Britain Author: Joshua Levine, The Imperial War Museum Narrator: Simon MacCorkindale Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-06 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As Hitler proceeded with his invasion plans, code-named Operation Sealion, he knew that the RAF must not be allowed to threaten the invading forces as they crossed the Channel. It was clear that they would have to be brought to battle and defeated. Still hopeful of a settlement, Hitler believed that a sustained aerial attack, coupled with a U-Boat blockade, might bring Britain to the negotiating table. The Luftwaffe's specific aim was to win superiority by luring Fighter Command into the air and wiping it out. But Fighter Command, with its pilots, aircraft, and carefully considered systems of control, was waiting. © Joshua Levine and the Imperial War Museum; (P) Random House Members Reviews: Memories of Another Time "Forgotten Voices of the Blitz and the Battle for Britain" is more than fascinating reading. This is a real history of a difficult time told by the people who were there and what they encountered. I had great difficulty in putting this book down as the next quote and the next quote drew me along into events that happened before I was born. Apparently the Imperial War Museum ran about with tape recorders talking to veterans and survivors to save their memories of what they endured and experienced first-hand during the Blitz and the earlier Battle for Britain. The author has kindly tried to put quotes into chronological order and related topics. The ordinary heroism jumps out at you from every page. Again and again, people just say that they simply carried on and did what was right, everyone pitching in without regard to class, social standing, or obvious danger. Many people spoke of being out at a bombed house trying to shift rubble with bare hands to rescue the trapped or to recover bodies only to turn around and find King George VI or the Queen standing behind them and thanking them. Because the Victoria Cross could only be given to military personnel in combat, this king of England authorized the creation of the George Cross so that civilians could be recognized for their heroic and unselfish acts at a time when the fate of Britain was in the hands of her citizens. In the 1960s, my high school refused to teach WWII and told us to ask our fathers. Our fathers went to their graves about 50 years later never having spoken of their war to anyone. This book is a must-read and a keeper. I learned so much from it. It makes me wish that the American government had cared enough to record the experiences of "The Greatest Generation" as the Brits have done. Excellent read. The short individual anecdotes are gripping Excellent read. The short individual anecdotes are gripping, insightful, funny, tragic, and generally well-woven. Contrasting and opposing perspectives are often placed back-to-back to convey the complexity and variety of individual experiences. It is definitely more narrative than analytical, and overall it is an excellent starter for beginning or casual students of the time period. More serious historians may also find value in the voices of the individuals who experienced the Battle of Britain. A Time Made Real A collection of quotes from survivors of the Evacuation from Dunkirk, the Blitz and the Battle of Britain, with short narrative passages giving historical and political background.Authentic and unforgetable accounts from everyday people in extraordinary times. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Searching-for-Augusta-Audiobook/B07944JDKC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Searching for Augusta Subtitle: The Forgotten Angel of Bastogne Author: Martin King Narrator: Roger Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-30-18 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A brutal siege. A forgotten heroine. A war-torn romance. And a historian determined to uncover the truth. Untold millions who saw Band of Brothers can finally know the whole story of what happened to American soldiers and civilians in Bastogne during that arduous Winter of 1944/45. In the television version of Band of Brothers, a passing reference is made to an African nurse assisting in an aid station in Bastogne. When military historian Martin King watched the episode, he had to know who that woman was; thus began a multi-year odyssey that revealed the horror of a town under siege as well as an improbable love story between a white Army medic, Jack Prior, and his black nurse, Augusta Chiwy, as they saved countless lives while under constant bombardment. Based on the recent discovery of Prior's diary as well as an exhaustive and occasionally futile search for Augusta herself, King was at last able to bring belated recognition of Augusta's incredible story by both the US Army and Belgian government shortly before she died. This is not only a little-known story of the Battle of the Bulge, but also the author's own relentless mission to locate Augusta and bestow upon her the honors she so richly deserved. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Martin King) Tue, 30 Jan 2018 01:48:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Searching-for-Augusta-Audiobook/B07944JDKC thebookvoice.com 06:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Searching for Augusta Subtitle: The Forgotten Angel of Bastogne Author: Martin King Narrator: Roger Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-30-18 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A brutal siege. A forgotten heroine. A war-torn romance. And a historian determined to uncover the truth. Untold millions who saw Band of Brothers can finally know the whole story of what happened to American soldiers and civilians in Bastogne during that arduous Winter of 1944/45. In the television version of Band of Brothers, a passing reference is made to an African nurse assisting in an aid station in Bastogne. When military historian Martin King watched the episode, he had to know who that woman was; thus began a multi-year odyssey that revealed the horror of a town under siege as well as an improbable love story between a white Army medic, Jack Prior, and his black nurse, Augusta Chiwy, as they saved countless lives while under constant bombardment. Based on the recent discovery of Prior's diary as well as an exhaustive and occasionally futile search for Augusta herself, King was at last able to bring belated recognition of Augusta's incredible story by both the US Army and Belgian government shortly before she died. This is not only a little-known story of the Battle of the Bulge, but also the author's own relentless mission to locate Augusta and bestow upon her the honors she so richly deserved. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Searching for Augusta Subtitle: The Forgotten Angel of Bastogne Author: Martin King Narrator: Roger Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 01-30-18 Publisher: Tantor Audio Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: A brutal siege. A forgotten heroine. A war-torn romance. And a historian determined to uncover the truth. Untold millions who saw Band of Brothers can finally know the whole story of what happened to American soldiers and civilians in Bastogne during that arduous Winter of 1944/45. In the television version of Band of Brothers, a passing reference is made to an African nurse assisting in an aid station in Bastogne. When military historian Martin King watched the episode, he had to know who that woman was; thus began a multi-year odyssey that revealed the horror of a town under siege as well as an improbable love story between a white Army medic, Jack Prior, and his black nurse, Augusta Chiwy, as they saved countless lives while under constant bombardment. Based on the recent discovery of Prior's diary as well as an exhaustive and occasionally futile search for Augusta herself, King was at last able to bring belated recognition of Augusta's incredible story by both the US Army and Belgian government shortly before she died. This is not only a little-known story of the Battle of the Bulge, but also the author's own relentless mission to locate Augusta and bestow upon her the honors she so richly deserved. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Doomsday-Machine-Audiobook/B077NQ3158 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Doomsday Machine Author: Daniel Ellsberg Narrator: Steven Cooper Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 141 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: At the same time former presidential advisor Daniel Ellsberg famously took the top-secret Pentagon Papers, he also took with him a chilling cache of top secret documents related to America's nuclear program in the 1960s. Here for the first time he reveals the contents of those documents and makes clear their shocking relevance for today. The Doomsday Machine is Ellsberg's hair-raising insider's account of the most dangerous arms buildup in the history of civilization, whose legacy - and renewal under the Obama administration - threatens the very survival of humanity. It is scarcely possible to estimate the true dangers of our present nuclear policies without penetrating the secret realities of the nuclear strategy of the late Eisenhower and early Kennedy years, when Ellsberg had high-level access to them. No other insider has written so candidly of that long-classified history, and nothing has fundamentally changed since that era. Ellsberg's analysis of recent research on nuclear winter shows that even a 'small' nuclear exchange would cause billions of deaths by global nuclear famine. Ellsberg, in the end, offers steps we can take under a new administration to avoid nuclear catastrophe. Framed as a memoir, this thriller with cloak-and-dagger intrigue places Ellsberg back in his natural role as whistle-blower. It is a real-life Dr. Strangelove story but an ultimately hopeful - and powerfully important - audiobook. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Daniel Ellsberg) Tue, 05 Dec 2017 17:48:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Doomsday-Machine-Audiobook/B077NQ3158 thebookvoice.com 14:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Doomsday Machine Author: Daniel Ellsberg Narrator: Steven Cooper Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 141 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: At the same time former presidential advisor Daniel Ellsberg famously took the top-secret Pentagon Papers, he also took with him a chilling cache of top secret documents related to America's nuclear program in the 1960s. Here for the first time he reveals the contents of those documents and makes clear their shocking relevance for today. The Doomsday Machine is Ellsberg's hair-raising insider's account of the most dangerous arms buildup in the history of civilization, whose legacy - and renewal under the Obama administration - threatens the very survival of humanity. It is scarcely possible to estimate the true dangers of our present nuclear policies without penetrating the secret realities of the nuclear strategy of the late Eisenhower and early Kennedy years, when Ellsberg had high-level access to them. No other insider has written so candidly of that long-classified history, and nothing has fundamentally changed since that era. Ellsberg's analysis of recent research on nuclear winter shows that even a 'small' nuclear exchange would cause billions of deaths by global nuclear famine. Ellsberg, in the end, offers steps we can take under a new administration to avoid nuclear catastrophe. Framed as a memoir, this thriller with cloak-and-dagger intrigue places Ellsberg back in his natural role as whistle-blower. It is a real-life Dr. Strangelove story but an ultimately hopeful - and powerfully important - audiobook. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Doomsday Machine Author: Daniel Ellsberg Narrator: Steven Cooper Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 141 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: At the same time former presidential advisor Daniel Ellsberg famously took the top-secret Pentagon Papers, he also took with him a chilling cache of top secret documents related to America's nuclear program in the 1960s. Here for the first time he reveals the contents of those documents and makes clear their shocking relevance for today. The Doomsday Machine is Ellsberg's hair-raising insider's account of the most dangerous arms buildup in the history of civilization, whose legacy - and renewal under the Obama administration - threatens the very survival of humanity. It is scarcely possible to estimate the true dangers of our present nuclear policies without penetrating the secret realities of the nuclear strategy of the late Eisenhower and early Kennedy years, when Ellsberg had high-level access to them. No other insider has written so candidly of that long-classified history, and nothing has fundamentally changed since that era. Ellsberg's analysis of recent research on nuclear winter shows that even a 'small' nuclear exchange would cause billions of deaths by global nuclear famine. Ellsberg, in the end, offers steps we can take under a new administration to avoid nuclear catastrophe. Framed as a memoir, this thriller with cloak-and-dagger intrigue places Ellsberg back in his natural role as whistle-blower. It is a real-life Dr. Strangelove story but an ultimately hopeful - and powerfully important - audiobook. Members Reviews: Mind Boggling Extraordinary insider account of nuke command and control. The reader is a bit robotic with sometimes strange pronunciation but he does grow on you and is easy to follow. Fascinating Insider Story This is an excellent book on nuclear weapons policy and planning at the highest levels of government as told from an insider's perspective. Given the author's personal involvement in the topics discussed, it is a rare glimpse into the inner-workings of a highly secretive realm. There are mind-blowing historical facts described, and probably everyone should read and contemplate the associated issues. Be forewarned, though, the price of becoming informed will probably be increased cynicism, fear and incredulity. Important and alarming story, machine-like performance Very interesting book. Welll written. The performance is unfortunately amateurish. The reader seems incapable of understanding where one sentence ends and another begins, constantly struggling and stumbling through the authors use of punctuation. The whole performance seems so uncomprehending and monotonous that for a long time I actually wondered if I was listening to a sophisticated synthetic voice. Are we nuts?? The strongest powers in the world, those who possess enough nuclear weapons to destroy the earth 100 times over, lead by the righteousness of the United States, plan to cut their nose to spite their face. It is incredible that they are willing to destroy humanity to prove a point. Deterrence is a sorry ass excuse for eliminating human and animal life on Earth. This is a story of an insider talking about secrets and plans, which are still going on. Who are those people that get to decide humanities end? Does anything justify total annihilation? This is the big question of this book, with many insider facts I doubt anyone ever knew. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Art-of-War-Audiobook/B00URXOQ1E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of War Author: Sun Tzu Narrator: Aidan Gillen Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5510 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words. Aidan Gillen - who has learned a thing or two about strategy through his roles as skilled manipulator Petyr "Littlefinger" Baelish (Game of Thrones) and ambitious politician Tommy Carcetti (The Wire) - brilliantly performs this ancient classic. His experience in portraying insightful and, at times, cunning characters makes him a natural fit for this ancient collection of battlefield epigrams whose influence has grown tremendously in the modern world. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sun Tzu) Tue, 31 Mar 2015 18:10:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Art-of-War-Audiobook/B00URXOQ1E thebookvoice.com 01:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of War Author: Sun Tzu Narrator: Aidan Gillen Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5510 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words. Aidan Gillen - who has learned a thing or two about strategy through his roles as skilled manipulator Petyr "Littlefinger" Baelish (Game of Thrones) and ambitious politician Tommy Carcetti (The Wire) - brilliantly performs this ancient classic. His experience in portraying insightful and, at times, cunning characters makes him a natural fit for this ancient collection of battlefield epigrams whose influence has grown tremendously in the modern world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Art of War Author: Sun Tzu Narrator: Aidan Gillen Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5510 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The 13 chapters of The Art of War, each devoted to one aspect of warfare, were compiled by the high-ranking Chinese military general, strategist, and philosopher Sun-Tzu. In spite of its battlefield specificity, The Art of War has found new life in the modern age, with leaders in fields as wide and far-reaching as world politics, human psychology, and corporate strategy finding valuable insight in its timeworn words. Aidan Gillen - who has learned a thing or two about strategy through his roles as skilled manipulator Petyr "Littlefinger" Baelish (Game of Thrones) and ambitious politician Tommy Carcetti (The Wire) - brilliantly performs this ancient classic. His experience in portraying insightful and, at times, cunning characters makes him a natural fit for this ancient collection of battlefield epigrams whose influence has grown tremendously in the modern world. Members Reviews: Aidan Gillen needs to narrate more books What made the experience of listening to The Art of War the most enjoyable? The narration What did you like best about this story? The simplicity, the sensibility that Sun Tzu brought to chaotic war. Which character as performed by Aidan Gillen was your favorite? ... Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes. Any additional comments? Please have Aidan Gillen narrate The Prince next, and really anything else. This man could read a phone book and I'd pay for it. Great performance This ancient text may apply to many people's work. Anyone who works in a competitive environment can benefit from it, even if only a little. Even if you can't benefit from it, this work might help the listener to understand historical works dealing with wars better. The reading is excellent. Aidan Gillen does a great job reading the text. I don't know if it's because I've been watching Game of Thrones for four seasons, but it sounds like he's using a kind of Littlefinger voice here, which adds to the effect. I'd recommend this audiobook to pretty much anyone, even if they don't have an army. A classic text, read well This is a classic text and the narrator fit it well. If you are interested in strategy this is a required text. Clever and extremely enjoyable Stroke of genius having Aidan Gillen read Art of War. His gentle Irish brogue is tough yet alluring. And as a fan of GoT, I can see Littlefinger conspiring over this document and making these words his own. Well done! Enjoyed this reading. Enjoyed the reading. Very well presented!. Was thankful for the AUDIBLE 50% SPRING cleaning sale. Thank you for the presentation https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tribe-Audiobook/B01D57FN3I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tribe Subtitle: On Homecoming and Belonging Author: Sebastian Junger Narrator: Sebastian Junger Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4234 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: We have a strong instinct to belong to small groups defined by clear purpose and understanding - "tribes". This tribal connection has been largely lost in modern society, but regaining it may be the key to our psychological survival. Decades before the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin lamented that English settlers were constantly fleeing over to the Indians - but Indians almost never did the same. Tribal society has been exerting an almost gravitational pull on Westerners for hundreds of years, and the reason lies deep in our evolutionary past as a communal species. The most recent example of that attraction is combat veterans who come home to find themselves missing the incredibly intimate bonds of platoon life. The loss of closeness that comes at the end of deployment may explain the high rates of post-traumatic stress disorder suffered by military veterans today. Combining history, psychology, and anthropology, Tribe explores what we can learn from tribal societies about loyalty, belonging, and the eternal human quest for meaning. It explains the irony that - for many veterans as well as civilians - war feels better than peace, adversity can turn out to be a blessing, and disasters are sometimes remembered more fondly than weddings or tropical vacations. Tribe explains why we are stronger when we come together and how that can be achieved even in today's divided world. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "Sebastian Junger has turned the multifaceted problem of returning veterans on its head. It's not so much about what's wrong with the veterans, but what's wrong with us. If we made the changes suggested in Tribe, not only our returning veterans, but all of us, would be happier and healthier. Please read this book." (Karl Marlantes, New York Times best-selling author of Matterhorn and What It Is Like to Go to War) "There are three excellent reasons to read Sebastian Junger's new book: the clarity of his thought, the elegance of his prose, and the provocativeness of his chosen subject. Within a compact space, the sheer range of his inquiry is astounding." (S. C. Gwynne, New York Times best-selling author of Rebel Yell and Empire of the Summer Moon) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sebastian Junger) Tue, 24 May 2016 23:17:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tribe-Audiobook/B01D57FN3I thebookvoice.com 02:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tribe Subtitle: On Homecoming and Belonging Author: Sebastian Junger Narrator: Sebastian Junger Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4234 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: We have a strong instinct to belong to small groups defined by clear purpose and understanding - "tribes". This tribal connection has been largely lost in modern society, but regaining it may be the key to our psychological survival. Decades before the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin lamented that English settlers were constantly fleeing over to the Indians - but Indians almost never did the same. Tribal society has been exerting an almost gravitational pull on Westerners for hundreds of years, and the reason lies deep in our evolutionary past as a communal species. The most recent example of that attraction is combat veterans who come home to find themselves missing the incredibly intimate bonds of platoon life. The loss of closeness that comes at the end of deployment may explain the high rates of post-traumatic stress disorder suffered by military veterans today. Combining history, psychology, and anthropology, Tribe explores what we can learn from tribal societies about loyalty, belonging, and the eternal human quest for meaning. It explains the irony that - for many veterans as well as civilians - war feels better than peace, adversity can turn out to be a blessing, and disasters are sometimes remembered more fondly than weddings or tropical vacations. Tribe explains why we are stronger when we come together and how that can be achieved even in today's divided world. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "Sebastian Junger has turned the multifaceted problem of returning veterans on its head. It's not so much about what's wrong with the veterans, but what's wrong with us. If we made the changes suggested in Tribe, not only our returning veterans, but all of us, would be happier and healthier. Please read this book." (Karl Marlantes, New York Times best-selling author of Matterhorn and What It Is Like to Go to War) "There are three excellent reasons to read Sebastian Junger's new book: the clarity of his thought, the elegance of his prose, and the provocativeness of his chosen subject. Within a compact space, the sheer range of his inquiry is astounding." (S. C. Gwynne, New York Times best-selling author of Rebel Yell and Empire of the Summer Moon) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tribe Subtitle: On Homecoming and Belonging Author: Sebastian Junger Narrator: Sebastian Junger Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4234 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: We have a strong instinct to belong to small groups defined by clear purpose and understanding - "tribes". This tribal connection has been largely lost in modern society, but regaining it may be the key to our psychological survival. Decades before the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin lamented that English settlers were constantly fleeing over to the Indians - but Indians almost never did the same. Tribal society has been exerting an almost gravitational pull on Westerners for hundreds of years, and the reason lies deep in our evolutionary past as a communal species. The most recent example of that attraction is combat veterans who come home to find themselves missing the incredibly intimate bonds of platoon life. The loss of closeness that comes at the end of deployment may explain the high rates of post-traumatic stress disorder suffered by military veterans today. Combining history, psychology, and anthropology, Tribe explores what we can learn from tribal societies about loyalty, belonging, and the eternal human quest for meaning. It explains the irony that - for many veterans as well as civilians - war feels better than peace, adversity can turn out to be a blessing, and disasters are sometimes remembered more fondly than weddings or tropical vacations. Tribe explains why we are stronger when we come together and how that can be achieved even in today's divided world. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: "Sebastian Junger has turned the multifaceted problem of returning veterans on its head. It's not so much about what's wrong with the veterans, but what's wrong with us. If we made the changes suggested in Tribe, not only our returning veterans, but all of us, would be happier and healthier. Please read this book." (Karl Marlantes, New York Times best-selling author of Matterhorn and What It Is Like to Go to War) "There are three excellent reasons to read Sebastian Junger's new book: the clarity of his thought, the elegance of his prose, and the provocativeness of his chosen subject. Within a compact space, the sheer range of his inquiry is astounding." (S. C. Gwynne, New York Times best-selling author of Rebel Yell and Empire of the Summer Moon) Members Reviews: The most profound book on the subject I joined the Marine Corps at 17, I invaded Iraq when I was 18 and I fought in Fallujah when I was 19. I then served as the platoon sergeant at the local guard unit while going to college. No book I have ever read about war has ever captured what it all means, not like this one has. This book should be mandatory reading for anyone that serves this country in any capacity. Compelling Case I have read several articles recently about our societys problems with individualism. When I saw Jungers short book on the subject, I thought it might give me a more in-depth viewpoint on the subject, which it did. Junger tells of Benjamin Franklins 1753 observation that white prisoners of Native American Tribes when recused would run back to the Native American Tribe they had been with. But the situation never worked it reverse. Franklin concluded there was something wrong with our society. Junger primarily is addressing issues of the returning military personnel and the difficulties they have returning to civilian life. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Historys-Great-Military-Blunders-and-the-Lessons-They-Teach-Audiobook/B015983X2O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History's Great Military Blunders and the Lessons They Teach Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Gregory S. Aldrete, PhD Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-15 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1237 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Military history often highlights successes and suggests a sense of inevitability about victory, but there is so much that can be gleaned from considering failures. Study these crucibles of history to gain a better understanding of why a civilization took - or didn't take - a particular path. Full of dramatic reversals of fortune and colorful characters, this course examines some of the world's most notable examples of military misfortune, from the humiliating destruction of a Roman army at Carrhae in 53 BC to the tragic landings at Gallipoli in World War I. Success and failure, as you'll learn, are two sides of the same coin. These 24 lectures reveal how the trajectory of history hangs in the balance of individual battles; even a single person's actions in a particular moment have made drastic and irreversible impacts. From ancient Greece through global war during the first half of the 20th century, you'll delve into infamous conflicts such as the Charge of the Light Brigade and the Battle of Little Bighorn as well as lesser-known battles. How could an army equipped with cannon be wiped out by Zulu warriors wielding spears and outdated firearms? How could armored French knights be vulnerable to the crude weapons of a band of Flemish shopkeepers? Why would a savvy Chinese general fall victim to a tactic he had previously used himself? Unpredictable twists of fate abound, demonstrating that when it comes to war, there are no givens. Sheer numbers, superior weaponry, and skilled leadership are never a guarantee of success. Take a fascinating journey through some of the most gloriously inglorious wartime encounters. Along the way, you'll get to know some of the most legendary characters in world history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Fri, 25 Sep 2015 21:50:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Historys-Great-Military-Blunders-and-the-Lessons-They-Teach-Audiobook/B015983X2O thebookvoice.com 12:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History's Great Military Blunders and the Lessons They Teach Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Gregory S. Aldrete, PhD Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-15 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1237 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Military history often highlights successes and suggests a sense of inevitability about victory, but there is so much that can be gleaned from considering failures. Study these crucibles of history to gain a better understanding of why a civilization took - or didn't take - a particular path. Full of dramatic reversals of fortune and colorful characters, this course examines some of the world's most notable examples of military misfortune, from the humiliating destruction of a Roman army at Carrhae in 53 BC to the tragic landings at Gallipoli in World War I. Success and failure, as you'll learn, are two sides of the same coin. These 24 lectures reveal how the trajectory of history hangs in the balance of individual battles; even a single person's actions in a particular moment have made drastic and irreversible impacts. From ancient Greece through global war during the first half of the 20th century, you'll delve into infamous conflicts such as the Charge of the Light Brigade and the Battle of Little Bighorn as well as lesser-known battles. How could an army equipped with cannon be wiped out by Zulu warriors wielding spears and outdated firearms? How could armored French knights be vulnerable to the crude weapons of a band of Flemish shopkeepers? Why would a savvy Chinese general fall victim to a tactic he had previously used himself? Unpredictable twists of fate abound, demonstrating that when it comes to war, there are no givens. Sheer numbers, superior weaponry, and skilled leadership are never a guarantee of success. Take a fascinating journey through some of the most gloriously inglorious wartime encounters. Along the way, you'll get to know some of the most legendary characters in world history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History's Great Military Blunders and the Lessons They Teach Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Gregory S. Aldrete, PhD Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-15 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1237 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Military history often highlights successes and suggests a sense of inevitability about victory, but there is so much that can be gleaned from considering failures. Study these crucibles of history to gain a better understanding of why a civilization took - or didn't take - a particular path. Full of dramatic reversals of fortune and colorful characters, this course examines some of the world's most notable examples of military misfortune, from the humiliating destruction of a Roman army at Carrhae in 53 BC to the tragic landings at Gallipoli in World War I. Success and failure, as you'll learn, are two sides of the same coin. These 24 lectures reveal how the trajectory of history hangs in the balance of individual battles; even a single person's actions in a particular moment have made drastic and irreversible impacts. From ancient Greece through global war during the first half of the 20th century, you'll delve into infamous conflicts such as the Charge of the Light Brigade and the Battle of Little Bighorn as well as lesser-known battles. How could an army equipped with cannon be wiped out by Zulu warriors wielding spears and outdated firearms? How could armored French knights be vulnerable to the crude weapons of a band of Flemish shopkeepers? Why would a savvy Chinese general fall victim to a tactic he had previously used himself? Unpredictable twists of fate abound, demonstrating that when it comes to war, there are no givens. Sheer numbers, superior weaponry, and skilled leadership are never a guarantee of success. Take a fascinating journey through some of the most gloriously inglorious wartime encounters. Along the way, you'll get to know some of the most legendary characters in world history. Members Reviews: Hindsight Bias? The professor does an outstanding presentation of his material. I have to wonder, though, whether many of these blunders are hindsight bias. For example, we only distinguish rashness from boldness when the endeavor succeeds or fails; there may be no way to determine which description applies beforehand. Many of the behaviors that the professor describes also precede great successes as well as failures, and it's only when failure occurs that they look stupid. The problem is that we don't keep data on stupidity followed by success, which makes it look artificially easy to determine when you're screwing up. Great material, Shatner-esque delivery This is fascinating material! However, while the narrator clearly has mastered the material, his delivery is... full of... awkward... pauses, strange pronunciations, and odd turns of phrase. He's clearly reading the material, which would be fine if the delivery was not so distracting! Martial Chaos I'm a military history buff and a US Army veteran, so I really couldn't have asked for a more apt "The Great Courses" lecture series. It's thing to read a translation of Sun Tzu's "The Art of War" (approximately 5th century BCE), an aspirational guide to tactical warfare that's travelled the millennia well. It's quite anther to fearlessly examine some of the most painful military debacles in history and take meaning from what's written in blood . "History's Great Military Blunders and the Lessons They Teach" (Gregory S. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Crusades-Audiobook/B01H41BUZG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crusades Subtitle: The Authoritative History of the War for the Holy Land Author: Thomas Asbridge Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1053 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Crusades is an authoritative, accessible single-volume history of the brutal struggle for the Holy Land in the Middle Ages. Thomas Asbridge - a renowned historian who writes with "maximum vividness" (Joan Acocella, The New Yorker) - covers the years 1095 to 1291 in this big, ambitious, listenable account of one of the most fascinating periods in history. From Richard the Lionheart to the mighty Saladin, from the emperors of Byzantium to the Knights Templar, Asbridge's book is a magnificent epic of holy war between the Christian and Islamic worlds, full of adventure, intrigue, and sweeping grandeur. Critic Reviews: "Derek Perkins is, as always, a matchless narrator. One could relish this production entirely for the music of his pronunciation." (AudioFile) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomas Asbridge) Tue, 16 Aug 2016 15:38:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Crusades-Audiobook/B01H41BUZG thebookvoice.com 25:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crusades Subtitle: The Authoritative History of the War for the Holy Land Author: Thomas Asbridge Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1053 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Crusades is an authoritative, accessible single-volume history of the brutal struggle for the Holy Land in the Middle Ages. Thomas Asbridge - a renowned historian who writes with "maximum vividness" (Joan Acocella, The New Yorker) - covers the years 1095 to 1291 in this big, ambitious, listenable account of one of the most fascinating periods in history. From Richard the Lionheart to the mighty Saladin, from the emperors of Byzantium to the Knights Templar, Asbridge's book is a magnificent epic of holy war between the Christian and Islamic worlds, full of adventure, intrigue, and sweeping grandeur. Critic Reviews: "Derek Perkins is, as always, a matchless narrator. One could relish this production entirely for the music of his pronunciation." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crusades Subtitle: The Authoritative History of the War for the Holy Land Author: Thomas Asbridge Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1053 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Crusades is an authoritative, accessible single-volume history of the brutal struggle for the Holy Land in the Middle Ages. Thomas Asbridge - a renowned historian who writes with "maximum vividness" (Joan Acocella, The New Yorker) - covers the years 1095 to 1291 in this big, ambitious, listenable account of one of the most fascinating periods in history. From Richard the Lionheart to the mighty Saladin, from the emperors of Byzantium to the Knights Templar, Asbridge's book is a magnificent epic of holy war between the Christian and Islamic worlds, full of adventure, intrigue, and sweeping grandeur. Critic Reviews: "Derek Perkins is, as always, a matchless narrator. One could relish this production entirely for the music of his pronunciation." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Comprehensive There are a few topics that get short shrift in Asbridge's account, like the Albigensien Crusade and the People's Crusade. But if you want a comprehensive history of the wars fought in the Middle East, he's your guy. Asbridge writes with great narrative pace without sacrificing detail; he clarifies both the complex political history of Outremer and the moment-by-moment action of the great battles and sieges. The story is filled with great personalities - Saladin, Richard Lionheart, the sad Louis King of France, the brutal Baybars. A final chapter reflects on how the crusades have been used as reference points in later history. Derek Perkins' reading is brisk and interesting. A Thorough Look A very interesting listen. Nice job connecting the history of the Crusades with other events going on, both at the time of the Crusades as well as since. Learned more from this than in the past 60 years. This book taught me more than just about any other historical piece I have read. It manages to masterfully put the Crusades in a format that shows the personalities on both sides that created the political conditions that fueled the hundred years of violence between two competing religions, philosophies and political systems for dominance of Palestine and its religious sites, holy to both sides. a must for anyone interested in the Crusades I loved listening to this book a learned a ton I didn't know about the Crusades. I found the narrator to be engaging and easy to understand. It provided views on events from Christian and Islamic sides and doesn't seem to hold either in a higher esteem and viewed them fairly. Profound Narrative with Modern World Impact Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I have recommended this audiobook to friends, who like me, appreciate in-depth research presented authoritatively in easily-digested narrative. What did you like best about this story? I enjoyed the detailed accounts of the actors, attitudes, motivations and locations of the events we know as the Crusades, presented from Western AND Muslim points of view. What does Derek Perkins bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Derek Perkins' proper pronunciation helped greatly in my understanding of the material as I followed his narration in the hard-copy book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Masters-of-War-Historys-Greatest-Strategic-Thinkers-Audiobook/B00DEL0LYC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Andrew R. Wilson Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 707 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From Napoleon's revolutionary campaigns to the way insurgency, terrorism, and nuclear weaponry have defined the nature of warfare in the 21st century, the results of military strategy have changed the course of history. These 24 thought-provoking lectures give you an inside look at both the content and historical context of the world's greatest war strategists. From the triremes and hoplites of ancient Greece to the Special Forces in 21st-century Afghanistan, strategy is the process by which political objectives are translated into military action - using the means at a nation's disposal to compel an enemy to bend to its political will. In this concise and rigorous survey, Professor Wilson introduces: Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War; Sun Tzu's famous The Art of War; Machiavelli's strategy for a republic with a citizen-army; Jomini, Clausewitz, and the Napoleonic revolution in warfare; the development of naval strategy and the rise of airpower; Mao Tse-tung, David Galula, and Roger Trinquier's reflections on insurgency and counterinsurgency and their influence on the U.S. Army's Field Manual 3-24; Just-war theory, from Thucydides' Melian Dialogue to Operation Iraqi Freedom; nuclear war, terrorism, and other strategic challenges for the 21st century. You'll come away from this course with new insight that will allow you to take an informed, active interest in political and military debates - which ultimately will determine the course of our nation. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this course are those of the professor and do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. government. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (The Great Courses) Mon, 08 Jul 2013 23:53:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Masters-of-War-Historys-Greatest-Strategic-Thinkers-Audiobook/B00DEL0LYC thebookvoice.com 12:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Andrew R. Wilson Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 707 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From Napoleon's revolutionary campaigns to the way insurgency, terrorism, and nuclear weaponry have defined the nature of warfare in the 21st century, the results of military strategy have changed the course of history. These 24 thought-provoking lectures give you an inside look at both the content and historical context of the world's greatest war strategists. From the triremes and hoplites of ancient Greece to the Special Forces in 21st-century Afghanistan, strategy is the process by which political objectives are translated into military action - using the means at a nation's disposal to compel an enemy to bend to its political will. In this concise and rigorous survey, Professor Wilson introduces: Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War; Sun Tzu's famous The Art of War; Machiavelli's strategy for a republic with a citizen-army; Jomini, Clausewitz, and the Napoleonic revolution in warfare; the development of naval strategy and the rise of airpower; Mao Tse-tung, David Galula, and Roger Trinquier's reflections on insurgency and counterinsurgency and their influence on the U.S. Army's Field Manual 3-24; Just-war theory, from Thucydides' Melian Dialogue to Operation Iraqi Freedom; nuclear war, terrorism, and other strategic challenges for the 21st century. You'll come away from this course with new insight that will allow you to take an informed, active interest in political and military debates - which ultimately will determine the course of our nation. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this course are those of the professor and do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. government. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Andrew R. Wilson Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 707 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: From Napoleon's revolutionary campaigns to the way insurgency, terrorism, and nuclear weaponry have defined the nature of warfare in the 21st century, the results of military strategy have changed the course of history. These 24 thought-provoking lectures give you an inside look at both the content and historical context of the world's greatest war strategists. From the triremes and hoplites of ancient Greece to the Special Forces in 21st-century Afghanistan, strategy is the process by which political objectives are translated into military action - using the means at a nation's disposal to compel an enemy to bend to its political will. In this concise and rigorous survey, Professor Wilson introduces: Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War; Sun Tzu's famous The Art of War; Machiavelli's strategy for a republic with a citizen-army; Jomini, Clausewitz, and the Napoleonic revolution in warfare; the development of naval strategy and the rise of airpower; Mao Tse-tung, David Galula, and Roger Trinquier's reflections on insurgency and counterinsurgency and their influence on the U.S. Army's Field Manual 3-24; Just-war theory, from Thucydides' Melian Dialogue to Operation Iraqi Freedom; nuclear war, terrorism, and other strategic challenges for the 21st century. You'll come away from this course with new insight that will allow you to take an informed, active interest in political and military debates - which ultimately will determine the course of our nation. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this course are those of the professor and do not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Department of Defense, or the U.S. government. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Great for new students and military professionals Any additional comments? This was a great overview. I am a retired 30 military officer and war college graduate who still practices in national security issues. This audio presentation was an outstanding way to review and think anew about strategic principals. It is also a good intro for new students (formal students or just learners for life) to introduce them to foundational pillars of strategic thinking. Great Introductory Overview of Strategic Concepts What did you love best about Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers? This may seem like a cliché, but what Carl Sagan did for science, Prof. Wilson has done for Strategy. I am a civilian with no military background. I found Prof. Wilsons lectures interesting, well-structured, and informative. The lectures have a just the right balance of factual dissertation and storytelling to keep the listener engaged. These lectures have left me with a better mental framework for applying strategic thinking to my own decisions, and for understanding the actions of others on the larger world stage. What was one of the most memorable moments of Masters of War: History's Greatest Strategic Thinkers? Prof. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Civil-War-A-Narrative-Volume-I-Fort-Sumter-to-Perryville-Audiobook/B0036NMFRY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Civil War: A Narrative, Volume I, Fort Sumter to Perryville Author: Shelby Foote, Ken Burns - introduction Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 43 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2865 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Civil War: A Narrative, Volume I begins one of the most remarkable works of history ever fashioned. All the great battles are here, of course, from Bull Run through Shiloh, the Seven Days Battles, and Antietam, but so are the smaller ones: Ball's Bluff, Fort Donelson, Pea Ridge, Island Ten, New Orleans, and Monitor versus Merrimac. The word narrative is the key to this extraordinary book's incandescence and its truth. The story is told entirely from the point of view of the people involved in it. One learns not only what was happening on all fronts but also how the author discovered it during his years of exhaustive research. This first volume in Shelby Foote's comprehensive history is a must-listen for anyone interested in one of the bloodiest wars in America's history. Bonus: In partnership with Audible and Playtone, the television and film producer behind the award-winning series Band of Brothers, John Adams, and The Pacific, this audiobook includes an original introduction written and read by acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns. For more from Audible and Playtone, click . bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Shelby Foote) Tue, 28 Sep 2004 19:49:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Civil-War-A-Narrative-Volume-I-Fort-Sumter-to-Perryville-Audiobook/B0036NMFRY thebookvoice.com 43:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Civil War: A Narrative, Volume I, Fort Sumter to Perryville Author: Shelby Foote, Ken Burns - introduction Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 43 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2865 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Civil War: A Narrative, Volume I begins one of the most remarkable works of history ever fashioned. All the great battles are here, of course, from Bull Run through Shiloh, the Seven Days Battles, and Antietam, but so are the smaller ones: Ball's Bluff, Fort Donelson, Pea Ridge, Island Ten, New Orleans, and Monitor versus Merrimac. The word narrative is the key to this extraordinary book's incandescence and its truth. The story is told entirely from the point of view of the people involved in it. One learns not only what was happening on all fronts but also how the author discovered it during his years of exhaustive research. This first volume in Shelby Foote's comprehensive history is a must-listen for anyone interested in one of the bloodiest wars in America's history. Bonus: In partnership with Audible and Playtone, the television and film producer behind the award-winning series Band of Brothers, John Adams, and The Pacific, this audiobook includes an original introduction written and read by acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns. For more from Audible and Playtone, click . Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Civil War: A Narrative, Volume I, Fort Sumter to Perryville Author: Shelby Foote, Ken Burns - introduction Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 43 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2865 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The Civil War: A Narrative, Volume I begins one of the most remarkable works of history ever fashioned. All the great battles are here, of course, from Bull Run through Shiloh, the Seven Days Battles, and Antietam, but so are the smaller ones: Ball's Bluff, Fort Donelson, Pea Ridge, Island Ten, New Orleans, and Monitor versus Merrimac. The word narrative is the key to this extraordinary book's incandescence and its truth. The story is told entirely from the point of view of the people involved in it. One learns not only what was happening on all fronts but also how the author discovered it during his years of exhaustive research. This first volume in Shelby Foote's comprehensive history is a must-listen for anyone interested in one of the bloodiest wars in America's history. Bonus: In partnership with Audible and Playtone, the television and film producer behind the award-winning series Band of Brothers, John Adams, and The Pacific, this audiobook includes an original introduction written and read by acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns. For more from Audible and Playtone, click . Members Reviews: Storytelling brilliance Shelby Foote is a brilliant storyteller, and his history of the Civil War is a masterpiece. Other histories give you the view from a thousand feet; Foote shows you what it must have looked like to the birds in the trees. It's often said that he's biased toward the South, but I think that's an exaggeration. He may not be overly fond of Grant, but he lavishes praise on Abraham Lincoln. His "bias," such as it is, comes partly from the narrative device of trying to give equal time to Jefferson Davis, as if he were in the same league as Lincoln. (Sorry, Shelby, but Jeff was a pill and even you can't make him sympathetic.) I like Grover Gardner's narration a lot. There is some variation in audio quality, as others have noted, but for the most part Gardner is clear and forceful, and the story unfolds almost effortlessly. I can listen to it for hours at a time without fatigue. The only drawback to listening to this, rather than reading it, is the absence of maps. Foote's book is peppered with maps, large and small, strategically placed throughout the text, and they support the narrative descriptions with economy and precision. I was fortunate in having the book at hand and could follow the maps. Wikipedia also has a number of excellent Civil War maps that can be used for this purpose. One of the great literary achievements of all time Yesterday I finished listening to the final volume of this series, and am left feeling somewhere between awe over the sheer value and magnitude of this amazing work and depression over what seems a bit like the loss of a dear friend. In fact, I'm tempted to start the series over! Listening to these books while making some independent study of what I've learned from them has been, without doubt, the most personally enriching project I've ever undertaken. My understanding of every aspect of these key years in American history is unlike any other -- including years I've personally experienced. Given the intense level of detail consistently manifest in this book, I had to continually remind myself that Foote's wasn't actually there to personally document these events. That said, I should point out that this series is not for everybody. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/On-Combat-Audiobook/B00FJJTO0Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Combat Subtitle: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace Author: Dave Grossman, Loren W. Christensen Narrator: Dave Grossman Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1268 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On Combat looks at what happens to the human body under the stresses of deadly battle and the impact on the nervous system, heart, breathing, visual and auditory perception, memory - then discusses new research findings as to what measure warriors can take to prevent such debilitations, so they can stay in the fight, survive, and win. A brief but insightful look at history shows the evolution of combat, the development of the physical and psychological leverage that enables humans to kill other humans, followed by an objective examination of domestic violence in America. The authors reveal the nature of the warrior, brave men and women who train their minds and bodies to go to that place from which others flee. After examining the incredible impact of a few true warriors in battle, On Combat presents new and exciting research as to how to train the mind to become inoculated to stress, fear, and even pain. Expanding on Lt. Col. Grossman's popular "bulletproof mind" presentation, the audiobook explores what really happens to the warrior after the battle, and shows how emotions, such as relief and self-blame, are natural and healthy ways to feel about having survived combat. A fresh and highly informative look at post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) details how to prevent it, how to survive it should it happen, how to come out of it stronger, and how to help others who are experiencing it. On Combat is easy to understand and powerful in scope. It is a true classic that will be listened to by new and veteran warriors for years to come. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dave Grossman) Tue, 01 Oct 2013 00:22:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/On-Combat-Audiobook/B00FJJTO0Y thebookvoice.com 18:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Combat Subtitle: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace Author: Dave Grossman, Loren W. Christensen Narrator: Dave Grossman Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1268 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On Combat looks at what happens to the human body under the stresses of deadly battle and the impact on the nervous system, heart, breathing, visual and auditory perception, memory - then discusses new research findings as to what measure warriors can take to prevent such debilitations, so they can stay in the fight, survive, and win. A brief but insightful look at history shows the evolution of combat, the development of the physical and psychological leverage that enables humans to kill other humans, followed by an objective examination of domestic violence in America. The authors reveal the nature of the warrior, brave men and women who train their minds and bodies to go to that place from which others flee. After examining the incredible impact of a few true warriors in battle, On Combat presents new and exciting research as to how to train the mind to become inoculated to stress, fear, and even pain. Expanding on Lt. Col. Grossman's popular "bulletproof mind" presentation, the audiobook explores what really happens to the warrior after the battle, and shows how emotions, such as relief and self-blame, are natural and healthy ways to feel about having survived combat. A fresh and highly informative look at post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) details how to prevent it, how to survive it should it happen, how to come out of it stronger, and how to help others who are experiencing it. On Combat is easy to understand and powerful in scope. It is a true classic that will be listened to by new and veteran warriors for years to come. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Combat Subtitle: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Conflict in War and in Peace Author: Dave Grossman, Loren W. Christensen Narrator: Dave Grossman Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1268 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: On Combat looks at what happens to the human body under the stresses of deadly battle and the impact on the nervous system, heart, breathing, visual and auditory perception, memory - then discusses new research findings as to what measure warriors can take to prevent such debilitations, so they can stay in the fight, survive, and win. A brief but insightful look at history shows the evolution of combat, the development of the physical and psychological leverage that enables humans to kill other humans, followed by an objective examination of domestic violence in America. The authors reveal the nature of the warrior, brave men and women who train their minds and bodies to go to that place from which others flee. After examining the incredible impact of a few true warriors in battle, On Combat presents new and exciting research as to how to train the mind to become inoculated to stress, fear, and even pain. Expanding on Lt. Col. Grossman's popular "bulletproof mind" presentation, the audiobook explores what really happens to the warrior after the battle, and shows how emotions, such as relief and self-blame, are natural and healthy ways to feel about having survived combat. A fresh and highly informative look at post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD) details how to prevent it, how to survive it should it happen, how to come out of it stronger, and how to help others who are experiencing it. On Combat is easy to understand and powerful in scope. It is a true classic that will be listened to by new and veteran warriors for years to come. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: A solid read. Very informative and rivreting. Where does On Combat rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It's in the top 5 of my non-fiction list. Very informative.. I don't agree with all the author's conclusions, but it's a definite must read for people who want to understand how stress affects performance. If you are a first responder of any branch or want to understand the types of stress they encounter, this should be on your reading list. What was one of the most memorable moments of On Combat? Stories from police and military people.. Riveting. Have you listened to any of Dave Grossmans other performances before? How does this one compare? No. But, a friend just gave me On Killing in paperback.. I am planning to start reading it soon. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? No one particular moment.. There were many poignant moments in the book. Just what I needed. I'm a police officer in the United States, and this book was recommended to me by my SGT after I had just gotten out of a shooting while on duty. I listened to this while I waited on administrative leave as my department determined my fate. I've never before had someone point a gun in my face with the intent to kill me, nor have I had to discharge my duty weapon at another living person. I was and am still dealing with the complex emotions of that experience. I just want to say thank you so much for this book, as the knowledge contained in it helped me to process my experience. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Making-of-the-Atomic-Bomb-Audiobook/B01B1ZA7DM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Making of the Atomic Bomb Subtitle: 25th Anniversary Edition Author: Richard Rhodes Narrator: Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 37 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1349 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Here for the first time, in rich human, political, and scientific detail, is the complete story of how the bomb was developed, from the turn-of-the-century discovery of the vast energy locked inside the atom to the dropping of the first bombs on Japan. Few great discoveries have evolved so swiftly - or have been so misunderstood. From the theoretical discussions of nuclear energy to the bright glare of Trinity, there was a span of hardly more than 25 years. What began as merely an interesting speculative problem in physics grew into the Manhattan Project and then into the bomb with frightening rapidity, while scientists known only to their peers - Szilard, Teller, Oppenheimer, Bohr, Meitner, Fermi, Lawrence, and yon Neumann - stepped from their ivory towers into the limelight. Richard Rhodes takes us on that journey step by step, minute by minute, and gives us the definitive story of man's most awesome discovery and invention. The Making of the Atomic Bomb has been compared in its sweep and importance to William L. Shirer's The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich. It is at once a narrative tour de force and a document as powerful as its subject. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Rhodes) Tue, 09 Feb 2016 12:46:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Making-of-the-Atomic-Bomb-Audiobook/B01B1ZA7DM thebookvoice.com 37:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Making of the Atomic Bomb Subtitle: 25th Anniversary Edition Author: Richard Rhodes Narrator: Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 37 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1349 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Here for the first time, in rich human, political, and scientific detail, is the complete story of how the bomb was developed, from the turn-of-the-century discovery of the vast energy locked inside the atom to the dropping of the first bombs on Japan. Few great discoveries have evolved so swiftly - or have been so misunderstood. From the theoretical discussions of nuclear energy to the bright glare of Trinity, there was a span of hardly more than 25 years. What began as merely an interesting speculative problem in physics grew into the Manhattan Project and then into the bomb with frightening rapidity, while scientists known only to their peers - Szilard, Teller, Oppenheimer, Bohr, Meitner, Fermi, Lawrence, and yon Neumann - stepped from their ivory towers into the limelight. Richard Rhodes takes us on that journey step by step, minute by minute, and gives us the definitive story of man's most awesome discovery and invention. The Making of the Atomic Bomb has been compared in its sweep and importance to William L. Shirer's The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich. It is at once a narrative tour de force and a document as powerful as its subject. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Making of the Atomic Bomb Subtitle: 25th Anniversary Edition Author: Richard Rhodes Narrator: Holter Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 37 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-16 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1349 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Here for the first time, in rich human, political, and scientific detail, is the complete story of how the bomb was developed, from the turn-of-the-century discovery of the vast energy locked inside the atom to the dropping of the first bombs on Japan. Few great discoveries have evolved so swiftly - or have been so misunderstood. From the theoretical discussions of nuclear energy to the bright glare of Trinity, there was a span of hardly more than 25 years. What began as merely an interesting speculative problem in physics grew into the Manhattan Project and then into the bomb with frightening rapidity, while scientists known only to their peers - Szilard, Teller, Oppenheimer, Bohr, Meitner, Fermi, Lawrence, and yon Neumann - stepped from their ivory towers into the limelight. Richard Rhodes takes us on that journey step by step, minute by minute, and gives us the definitive story of man's most awesome discovery and invention. The Making of the Atomic Bomb has been compared in its sweep and importance to William L. Shirer's The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich. It is at once a narrative tour de force and a document as powerful as its subject. Members Reviews: Wow... Grade A+ ... Exceptional. This book has some dense topics and could get bogged down in explanations. But instead it flows effortlessly. Politics, physics, engineering, culture, warfare, isolationism, human factors, history... All explained thoroughly, smoothly, and entertainingly! At no point does it feel like you are learning physics. But he starts by giving a good solid entertaining history of the physics needed for the later engineering and political discussions. I listen to many nonfiction audiobooks and I've never heard Holter Graham before. But he is immediately one of my very favorites. He does a wonderful job keeping the material fun. This book won every non-Fiction award and still stands up today. If you are interested in this topic you will not find a better book than this. There is no acceptable reason not to select this book if you like this topic. 20 Kilotons of Information This book is the unquestionable standard for understanding ALL the events leading up to the detonation of the first Atomic bomb and its subsequent use against Japan. The details are all here. It starts from the very beginning when physicists were just starting to arrange elements on the periodic table and ends when Hirohito realizes the futility of going forward with the war, thereby saving his country from further despair. It's a well written book, but it ended too early. As you learn, the fission explosions at Trinity and elsewhere were literally just a precursor for what the atomic scientists called "The Super". And surprising to me, the plans were already on the board when Trinity lit up the morning sky over New Mexico. I think we need a equally well written book as to how Trinity evolved into the Titian 2 program with 9 Megaton warheads ready to strike anywhere in the world. This was a very fascinating book on many levels. This is an excellent book! Well worth the 37 hours of listening time. I may even have to get a print edition to go over some parts again. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Taking-of-K-129-Audiobook/B0754L12RS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taking of K-129 Subtitle: How the CIA Used Howard Hughes to Steal a Russian Sub in the Most Daring Covert Operation in History Author: Josh Dean Narrator: Neil Hellegers Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 244 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An incredible true tale of espionage and engineering set at the height of the Cold War - a mix between The Hunt for Red October and Argo - about how the CIA, the US Navy, and America's most eccentric mogul spent six years and nearly a billion dollars to steal the nuclear-armed Soviet submarine K-129 after it had sunk to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, all while the Russians were watching. In the early hours of February 25, 1968, a Russian submarine armed with three nuclear ballistic missiles set sail from its base in Siberia on a routine combat patrol to Hawaii. Then it vanished. As the Soviet navy searched in vain for the lost vessel, a small, highly classified American operation using sophisticated deep-sea spy equipment found it - wrecked on the sea floor at a depth of 16,800 feet, far beyond the capabilities of any salvage that existed. But the potential intelligence assets onboard the ship - the nuclear warheads, battle orders, and cryptological machines - justified going to extreme lengths to find a way to raise the submarine. So began Project Azorian, a top-secret mission that took six years, cost an estimated $800 million, and would become the largest and most daring covert operation in CIA history. After the US Navy declared retrieving the sub "impossible", the mission fell to the CIA's burgeoning Directorate of Science and Technology, the little-known division responsible for the legendary U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird spy planes. Working with Global Marine Systems, the country's foremost maker of exotic, deep-sea drilling vessels, the CIA commissioned the most expensive ship ever built and told the world that it belonged to the reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes, who would use the mammoth ship to mine rare minerals from the ocean floor. In reality, a complex network of spies, scientists, and politicians attempted a project even crazier than Hughes' reputation: raising the sub directly under the watchful eyes of the Russians. The Taking of K-129 is a riveting, almost unbelievable true-life tale of military history, engineering genius, and high-stakes spy craft set during the height of the Cold War, when nuclear annihilation was a constant fear and the opportunity to gain even the slightest advantage over your enemy was worth massive risk. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Josh Dean) Tue, 05 Sep 2017 04:53:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Taking-of-K-129-Audiobook/B0754L12RS thebookvoice.com 15:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taking of K-129 Subtitle: How the CIA Used Howard Hughes to Steal a Russian Sub in the Most Daring Covert Operation in History Author: Josh Dean Narrator: Neil Hellegers Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 244 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An incredible true tale of espionage and engineering set at the height of the Cold War - a mix between The Hunt for Red October and Argo - about how the CIA, the US Navy, and America's most eccentric mogul spent six years and nearly a billion dollars to steal the nuclear-armed Soviet submarine K-129 after it had sunk to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, all while the Russians were watching. In the early hours of February 25, 1968, a Russian submarine armed with three nuclear ballistic missiles set sail from its base in Siberia on a routine combat patrol to Hawaii. Then it vanished. As the Soviet navy searched in vain for the lost vessel, a small, highly classified American operation using sophisticated deep-sea spy equipment found it - wrecked on the sea floor at a depth of 16,800 feet, far beyond the capabilities of any salvage that existed. But the potential intelligence assets onboard the ship - the nuclear warheads, battle orders, and cryptological machines - justified going to extreme lengths to find a way to raise the submarine. So began Project Azorian, a top-secret mission that took six years, cost an estimated $800 million, and would become the largest and most daring covert operation in CIA history. After the US Navy declared retrieving the sub "impossible", the mission fell to the CIA's burgeoning Directorate of Science and Technology, the little-known division responsible for the legendary U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird spy planes. Working with Global Marine Systems, the country's foremost maker of exotic, deep-sea drilling vessels, the CIA commissioned the most expensive ship ever built and told the world that it belonged to the reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes, who would use the mammoth ship to mine rare minerals from the ocean floor. In reality, a complex network of spies, scientists, and politicians attempted a project even crazier than Hughes' reputation: raising the sub directly under the watchful eyes of the Russians. The Taking of K-129 is a riveting, almost unbelievable true-life tale of military history, engineering genius, and high-stakes spy craft set during the height of the Cold War, when nuclear annihilation was a constant fear and the opportunity to gain even the slightest advantage over your enemy was worth massive risk. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Taking of K-129 Subtitle: How the CIA Used Howard Hughes to Steal a Russian Sub in the Most Daring Covert Operation in History Author: Josh Dean Narrator: Neil Hellegers Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-05-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 244 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: An incredible true tale of espionage and engineering set at the height of the Cold War - a mix between The Hunt for Red October and Argo - about how the CIA, the US Navy, and America's most eccentric mogul spent six years and nearly a billion dollars to steal the nuclear-armed Soviet submarine K-129 after it had sunk to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean, all while the Russians were watching. In the early hours of February 25, 1968, a Russian submarine armed with three nuclear ballistic missiles set sail from its base in Siberia on a routine combat patrol to Hawaii. Then it vanished. As the Soviet navy searched in vain for the lost vessel, a small, highly classified American operation using sophisticated deep-sea spy equipment found it - wrecked on the sea floor at a depth of 16,800 feet, far beyond the capabilities of any salvage that existed. But the potential intelligence assets onboard the ship - the nuclear warheads, battle orders, and cryptological machines - justified going to extreme lengths to find a way to raise the submarine. So began Project Azorian, a top-secret mission that took six years, cost an estimated $800 million, and would become the largest and most daring covert operation in CIA history. After the US Navy declared retrieving the sub "impossible", the mission fell to the CIA's burgeoning Directorate of Science and Technology, the little-known division responsible for the legendary U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird spy planes. Working with Global Marine Systems, the country's foremost maker of exotic, deep-sea drilling vessels, the CIA commissioned the most expensive ship ever built and told the world that it belonged to the reclusive billionaire Howard Hughes, who would use the mammoth ship to mine rare minerals from the ocean floor. In reality, a complex network of spies, scientists, and politicians attempted a project even crazier than Hughes' reputation: raising the sub directly under the watchful eyes of the Russians. The Taking of K-129 is a riveting, almost unbelievable true-life tale of military history, engineering genius, and high-stakes spy craft set during the height of the Cold War, when nuclear annihilation was a constant fear and the opportunity to gain even the slightest advantage over your enemy was worth massive risk. Members Reviews: One of the great stories in history this is a really good luck at an interesting chapter in American history. the effort to raise the sub was truly massive and this look at it explore parts of the story the history channels special left out. Very Interesting Read This book takes a deep dive into the most audacious intelligence operation of the Cold War. The detail is impressive and the writing keeps you wanting more. I really enjoyed this story. Great Story All the Way Around I had always heard about the Glomar Explorer but really had no idea what actually happened. This book reads like a Tom Clancy novel. You won't be disappointed. Enjoyed it very much. Fascinating story that filled in allot of details beyond the documentary video about project Azorian I had already seen. Good Cold War history At first you think you know all you need to know just by reading the title-but trust me you don't. Josh Dean does a meticulous job of presenting the details in storybook fashion which holds interest. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-German-Aces-Speak-Audiobook/B076B2S14J Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The German Aces Speak Subtitle: World War II Through the Eyes of Four of the Luftwaffe's Most Important Commanders Author: Brigadier General Robin Olds USAF (Ret.), Oberleutnant Kurt Schulze, Colin D. Heaton, Anne-Marie Lewis, Jon Guttman Narrator: P.J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Few perspectives epitomize the sheer drama and sacrifice of combat more perfectly than those of the fighter pilots of World War II. As romanticized as any soldier in history, the World War II fighter pilot was viewed as larger than life: a dashing soul waging war amongst the clouds. In the 65-plus years since the Allied victory, stories of these pilots' heroics have never been in short supply. But what about their adversaries - the highly skilled German aviators who pushed the Allies to the very brink of defeat? Of all of the Luftwaffe's fighter aces, the stories of Walter Krupinski, Adolf Galland, Eduard Neumann, and Wolfgang Falck shine particularly bright. In The German Aces Speak, for the first time in any book, these four prominent and influential Luftwaffe fighter pilots reminisce candidly about their service in World War II. Personally interviewed by author and military historian Colin Heaton, they bring the past to life as they tell their stories about the war, their battles, their lives, and, perhaps most importantly, how they felt about serving under the Nazi leadership of Hermann Göring and Adolf Hitler. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Brigadier General Robin Olds USAF (Ret.)) Tue, 17 Oct 2017 22:21:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-German-Aces-Speak-Audiobook/B076B2S14J thebookvoice.com 10:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The German Aces Speak Subtitle: World War II Through the Eyes of Four of the Luftwaffe's Most Important Commanders Author: Brigadier General Robin Olds USAF (Ret.), Oberleutnant Kurt Schulze, Colin D. Heaton, Anne-Marie Lewis, Jon Guttman Narrator: P.J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Few perspectives epitomize the sheer drama and sacrifice of combat more perfectly than those of the fighter pilots of World War II. As romanticized as any soldier in history, the World War II fighter pilot was viewed as larger than life: a dashing soul waging war amongst the clouds. In the 65-plus years since the Allied victory, stories of these pilots' heroics have never been in short supply. But what about their adversaries - the highly skilled German aviators who pushed the Allies to the very brink of defeat? Of all of the Luftwaffe's fighter aces, the stories of Walter Krupinski, Adolf Galland, Eduard Neumann, and Wolfgang Falck shine particularly bright. In The German Aces Speak, for the first time in any book, these four prominent and influential Luftwaffe fighter pilots reminisce candidly about their service in World War II. Personally interviewed by author and military historian Colin Heaton, they bring the past to life as they tell their stories about the war, their battles, their lives, and, perhaps most importantly, how they felt about serving under the Nazi leadership of Hermann Göring and Adolf Hitler. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The German Aces Speak Subtitle: World War II Through the Eyes of Four of the Luftwaffe's Most Important Commanders Author: Brigadier General Robin Olds USAF (Ret.), Oberleutnant Kurt Schulze, Colin D. Heaton, Anne-Marie Lewis, Jon Guttman Narrator: P.J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Few perspectives epitomize the sheer drama and sacrifice of combat more perfectly than those of the fighter pilots of World War II. As romanticized as any soldier in history, the World War II fighter pilot was viewed as larger than life: a dashing soul waging war amongst the clouds. In the 65-plus years since the Allied victory, stories of these pilots' heroics have never been in short supply. But what about their adversaries - the highly skilled German aviators who pushed the Allies to the very brink of defeat? Of all of the Luftwaffe's fighter aces, the stories of Walter Krupinski, Adolf Galland, Eduard Neumann, and Wolfgang Falck shine particularly bright. In The German Aces Speak, for the first time in any book, these four prominent and influential Luftwaffe fighter pilots reminisce candidly about their service in World War II. Personally interviewed by author and military historian Colin Heaton, they bring the past to life as they tell their stories about the war, their battles, their lives, and, perhaps most importantly, how they felt about serving under the Nazi leadership of Hermann Göring and Adolf Hitler. Members Reviews: The best German side account on record!! The detail and story lines are awesome! I have new found respect for the German Air Force and am profoundly grateful that someone took the time to put these story on paper! Narration is a bit overly pronounced but pretty good. Simply amazing Truly an epic perspective that is hardly never heard! A must read if you want to see WWII from the opposite view of the allies. Very interesting for aviation history buffs I very much liked the behind-the-scenes glimpses of the Luftwaffe and hands on experiences of the Luftwaffe commanders. At times the story dragged on a bit, but at best was very interesting. Essential reading Would you consider the audio edition of The German Aces Speak to be better than the print version? Never read the print version. I will pick up a copy some day. However, listening to the stories told feels just like a ready room. What did you like best about this story? I liked to hear their point of view. How they fought, why they fought and their opinions. The stories are incredible and most are corroborated via allied records. These men were incredible fighter pilots. What about P.J. Ochlans performance did you like? It was good. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? A bit of both. Mostly laugh. Especially, the shenanigans some of them get into. It cracked me up because they behave exactly like you might think Lord Flashheart would. Any additional comments? I read this book out of professional interest and got way more out of it than I had expected. It reads like some pilots at the bar shooting their watches and arguing over technique. It is excellent. Exceptional Fantastic look Into Luftwaffe operations, experiences and tragedies. I would have liked to have Eric hartmanns experience added in as well, also more lower down aces stories rather than 'top brass' but I suppose many never lived to tell their story... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Killing-School-Audiobook/B072MHR8CW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Killing School Subtitle: Inside the World's Deadliest Sniper Program Author: John David Mann, Brandon Webb Narrator: Lou Lambert Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs Language: English Release date: 06-08-17 Publisher: Author's Republic Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 330 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As a SEAL sniper and combat veteran, Webb was tapped to revamp the US Naval Special Warfare (SEAL) Scout/Sniper School, incorporating the latest advances in technology and ballistics software to create an entirely new course that continues to test the skills and even the best warriors. In this revealing new audiobook, Webb takes listeners through every aspect of this training, describing how Spec Ops snipers are taught each dimension of their art. Trainees learn to utilize every edge possible to make their shot - from studying crosswinds, barometric pressure, latitude, and even the rotation of the Earth, to becoming ballistic experts. But marksmanship is only one aspect of the training. Each SEAL's endurance, stealth, and mental and physical stamina are tested and pushed to the breaking point. Webb also shows how this training plays out in combat, using real-life exploits of the world's top snipers, including Jason Delgado, who led a Marine platoon in the Battle of Husaybah and made some of the most remarkable kill shots in the Iraq War; Nicholas Irving, the US Army Ranger credited with 33 kills in a single three-month tour in Afghanistan; and Rob Furlong, who during Operation Anaconda delivered the then-longest kill shot in history. During Webb's sniper school tenure, the course graduated some of the deadliest and most skilled snipers of this generation, including Marcus Luttrell (Lone Survivor), Adam Brown (Fearless), and Chris Kyle (American Sniper). From recon and stalk, to complex last minute adjustments, and finally, the moment of taking the shot, The Killing School demonstrates how today's sniper is trained to function as an entire military operation rolled into a single individual - an army of one. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John David Mann) Thu, 08 Jun 2017 20:11:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Killing-School-Audiobook/B072MHR8CW thebookvoice.com 00:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Killing School Subtitle: Inside the World's Deadliest Sniper Program Author: John David Mann, Brandon Webb Narrator: Lou Lambert Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs Language: English Release date: 06-08-17 Publisher: Author's Republic Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 330 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As a SEAL sniper and combat veteran, Webb was tapped to revamp the US Naval Special Warfare (SEAL) Scout/Sniper School, incorporating the latest advances in technology and ballistics software to create an entirely new course that continues to test the skills and even the best warriors. In this revealing new audiobook, Webb takes listeners through every aspect of this training, describing how Spec Ops snipers are taught each dimension of their art. Trainees learn to utilize every edge possible to make their shot - from studying crosswinds, barometric pressure, latitude, and even the rotation of the Earth, to becoming ballistic experts. But marksmanship is only one aspect of the training. Each SEAL's endurance, stealth, and mental and physical stamina are tested and pushed to the breaking point. Webb also shows how this training plays out in combat, using real-life exploits of the world's top snipers, including Jason Delgado, who led a Marine platoon in the Battle of Husaybah and made some of the most remarkable kill shots in the Iraq War; Nicholas Irving, the US Army Ranger credited with 33 kills in a single three-month tour in Afghanistan; and Rob Furlong, who during Operation Anaconda delivered the then-longest kill shot in history. During Webb's sniper school tenure, the course graduated some of the deadliest and most skilled snipers of this generation, including Marcus Luttrell (Lone Survivor), Adam Brown (Fearless), and Chris Kyle (American Sniper). From recon and stalk, to complex last minute adjustments, and finally, the moment of taking the shot, The Killing School demonstrates how today's sniper is trained to function as an entire military operation rolled into a single individual - an army of one. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Killing School Subtitle: Inside the World's Deadliest Sniper Program Author: John David Mann, Brandon Webb Narrator: Lou Lambert Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs Language: English Release date: 06-08-17 Publisher: Author's Republic Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 330 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: As a SEAL sniper and combat veteran, Webb was tapped to revamp the US Naval Special Warfare (SEAL) Scout/Sniper School, incorporating the latest advances in technology and ballistics software to create an entirely new course that continues to test the skills and even the best warriors. In this revealing new audiobook, Webb takes listeners through every aspect of this training, describing how Spec Ops snipers are taught each dimension of their art. Trainees learn to utilize every edge possible to make their shot - from studying crosswinds, barometric pressure, latitude, and even the rotation of the Earth, to becoming ballistic experts. But marksmanship is only one aspect of the training. Each SEAL's endurance, stealth, and mental and physical stamina are tested and pushed to the breaking point. Webb also shows how this training plays out in combat, using real-life exploits of the world's top snipers, including Jason Delgado, who led a Marine platoon in the Battle of Husaybah and made some of the most remarkable kill shots in the Iraq War; Nicholas Irving, the US Army Ranger credited with 33 kills in a single three-month tour in Afghanistan; and Rob Furlong, who during Operation Anaconda delivered the then-longest kill shot in history. During Webb's sniper school tenure, the course graduated some of the deadliest and most skilled snipers of this generation, including Marcus Luttrell (Lone Survivor), Adam Brown (Fearless), and Chris Kyle (American Sniper). From recon and stalk, to complex last minute adjustments, and finally, the moment of taking the shot, The Killing School demonstrates how today's sniper is trained to function as an entire military operation rolled into a single individual - an army of one. Members Reviews: meh Wasn't really the book I had hoped for. I believed it would be more about the actual school with real life applications of the training. instead, it was a collection of memoirs with bits of anecdotal education. Not much new here If you've read any the snipers other books IE The Reaper/a the Red Circle, then you will find this book fairly redundant. That being said I especially enjoyed learning more about the exploits of Rob Furlong which I previously didn't know. Good...but not great The war stories were excellent. But the title made me believe there would be more information about the program. Maybe they were not allowed to be more specific. The details of their training and techniques are at the level of a coffee table book. If you are a recreational long range shooter, don't expect to learn anything in this book. I've listened to much worse and much better books. I don't regret the purchase, but I definitely expected more. Great book!! I could listen to this book over and over again. The sacrifices and accomplishments of these guys are amazing! Narrated badly The voice of narrator was good but the tempo really bad and monotone. I almost fell asleep couple of times. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Raising-Men-Audiobook/B01EX8O5UK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raising Men Subtitle: Lessons Navy SEALs Learned from Their Training and Taught to Their Sons Author: Dina Santorelli - contributor, Eric Davis Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 970 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: After Eric Davis spent over 16 years in the military, including a decade in the SEAL teams, his family was more than used to his absence on deployments and secret missions that could obscure his whereabouts for months at a time. Without a father figure in his own life since the age of 15, Eric was desperate to maintain the bonds he'd fought so hard to forge when his children were young - particularly with his son, Jason, because he knew how difficult it was to face the challenge of becoming a man on one's own. Unfortunately Eric learned the hard way that quality time doesn't always show up in quantity time. Facebook, television, phones, video games, school, jobs, friends - they all got in the way of a real, meaningful father-son relationship. It was time to take action. As a SEAL, Eric learned to innovate and push boundaries, allowing him to function at levels beyond what was expected, comfortable, ordinary, and even imaginable, and he knew that as a father he needed to do the same with his son. Meeting extreme with extreme was the only answer. Using a unique blend of discipline, leadership, adventure, and grace, Eric and his SEAL brothers will teach you how to connect and reconnect with your sons and learn how to raise real men - the Navy SEAL way. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dina Santorelli - contributor) Tue, 03 May 2016 23:15:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Raising-Men-Audiobook/B01EX8O5UK thebookvoice.com 06:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raising Men Subtitle: Lessons Navy SEALs Learned from Their Training and Taught to Their Sons Author: Dina Santorelli - contributor, Eric Davis Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 970 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: After Eric Davis spent over 16 years in the military, including a decade in the SEAL teams, his family was more than used to his absence on deployments and secret missions that could obscure his whereabouts for months at a time. Without a father figure in his own life since the age of 15, Eric was desperate to maintain the bonds he'd fought so hard to forge when his children were young - particularly with his son, Jason, because he knew how difficult it was to face the challenge of becoming a man on one's own. Unfortunately Eric learned the hard way that quality time doesn't always show up in quantity time. Facebook, television, phones, video games, school, jobs, friends - they all got in the way of a real, meaningful father-son relationship. It was time to take action. As a SEAL, Eric learned to innovate and push boundaries, allowing him to function at levels beyond what was expected, comfortable, ordinary, and even imaginable, and he knew that as a father he needed to do the same with his son. Meeting extreme with extreme was the only answer. Using a unique blend of discipline, leadership, adventure, and grace, Eric and his SEAL brothers will teach you how to connect and reconnect with your sons and learn how to raise real men - the Navy SEAL way. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Raising Men Subtitle: Lessons Navy SEALs Learned from Their Training and Taught to Their Sons Author: Dina Santorelli - contributor, Eric Davis Narrator: Peter Berkrot Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 970 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: After Eric Davis spent over 16 years in the military, including a decade in the SEAL teams, his family was more than used to his absence on deployments and secret missions that could obscure his whereabouts for months at a time. Without a father figure in his own life since the age of 15, Eric was desperate to maintain the bonds he'd fought so hard to forge when his children were young - particularly with his son, Jason, because he knew how difficult it was to face the challenge of becoming a man on one's own. Unfortunately Eric learned the hard way that quality time doesn't always show up in quantity time. Facebook, television, phones, video games, school, jobs, friends - they all got in the way of a real, meaningful father-son relationship. It was time to take action. As a SEAL, Eric learned to innovate and push boundaries, allowing him to function at levels beyond what was expected, comfortable, ordinary, and even imaginable, and he knew that as a father he needed to do the same with his son. Meeting extreme with extreme was the only answer. Using a unique blend of discipline, leadership, adventure, and grace, Eric and his SEAL brothers will teach you how to connect and reconnect with your sons and learn how to raise real men - the Navy SEAL way. Members Reviews: Principles When I was growing up... Me and my brothers we merely managed. We weren't taught the principles of life (I now know why). In my current profession, a common saying is to meet the patient where they're at. Having prior combat knowledge, I can relate to these principles and apply them easily. Principles are principles and combat simply accelerates the learning curve. I hope if you're considering this book to take the time to not only read this book, but to slowly apply the concepts you read. Chances are - if you are considering this book, you strive to be excellent in everything you do. This is an investment for you and your family. I highly recommend this book from one father to another. Amazing, insightful, funny and humbling. Would you listen to Raising Men again? Why? Absolutely. It was entertaining and sniper focused. I will be a better father because of this book. Great food for thought and I was amazed at how many times I burst out laughing. Similarly, my father wasn't in the picture and I could relate to what Eric was saying. This book gives solid perspective on how to be a great father. In fact, after reading the first chapter and when I got home from work, I noticed I was already becoming a better dad. Who was your favorite character and why? Eric of course. I love how he, his wife, his ex wife and her husband are all on the same team when raising the kids. I appreciate the humor, the tell it like it is attitude and the sniper shot right between the eyes perspective when calling me out on my priorities and raising my boys. Have you listened to any of Peter Berkrots other performances before? How does this one compare? This is my first time listening to Peter. I didn't think I'd like the voice at the beginning, but he is right on the money. Great job. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Very funny. Surprised at how many times I burst out laughing. Any additional comments? Great job Eric. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Red-Platoon-Audiobook/B01D0IBQFQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Platoon Subtitle: A True Story of American Valor Author: Clinton Romesha Narrator: Clinton Romesha, Will Damron Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 853 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. "'It doesn't get better.' To us, that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke." In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after Keating's construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: It was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend. On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives. Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defense of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clinton Romesha) Tue, 03 May 2016 13:58:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Red-Platoon-Audiobook/B01D0IBQFQ thebookvoice.com 12:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Platoon Subtitle: A True Story of American Valor Author: Clinton Romesha Narrator: Clinton Romesha, Will Damron Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 853 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. "'It doesn't get better.' To us, that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke." In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after Keating's construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: It was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend. On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives. Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defense of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Platoon Subtitle: A True Story of American Valor Author: Clinton Romesha Narrator: Clinton Romesha, Will Damron Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 853 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: The only comprehensive, firsthand account of the 13-hour firefight at the Battle of Keating, by Medal of Honor recipient Clinton Romesha, for listeners of Black Hawk Down by Mark Bowden and Lone Survivor by Marcus Luttrell. "'It doesn't get better.' To us, that phrase nailed one of the essential truths, maybe even the essential truth, about being stuck at an outpost whose strategic and tactical vulnerabilities were so glaringly obvious to every soldier who had ever set foot in that place that the name itself - Keating - had become a kind of backhanded joke." In 2009 Clinton Romesha of Red Platoon and the rest of the Black Knight Troop were preparing to shut down Command Outpost Keating, the most remote and inaccessible in a string of bases built by the US military in Nuristan and Kunar in the hope of preventing Taliban insurgents from moving freely back and forth between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Three years after Keating's construction, the army was finally ready to concede what the men on the ground had known immediately: It was simply too isolated and too dangerous to defend. On October 3, 2009, after years of constant smaller attacks, the Taliban finally decided to throw everything they had at Keating. The ensuing 13-hour battle - and eventual victory - cost eight men their lives. Red Platoon is the riveting firsthand account of the Battle of Keating, told by Romesha, who spearheaded both the defense of the outpost and the counterattack that drove the Taliban back beyond the wire and received the Medal of Honor for his actions. Members Reviews: Amazing Memoir I have read or listened to 20+ war time or military memoirs and this by far one the most well written, insightful, well-researched and respectful of them all. I highly recommend it and it's well worth your time. This book does a spectacular job of balancing the horror our soldiers face in battle with prospective and distance from the action. The level of detailed description brings the battle to life in ways few non-fiction accounts are able to capture. Thank you for writing this story. Grateful American Only a soldier would understand the bond created by shared combat. But, Mr. Romesha has offered an insight that begets a respect from the reader like no other literature I have read. Anyone that does not understand why we honor our veterans should read this. It will change your view of the price of freedom. Riveting Finished it faster than expected. Was intense, emotional and had me at a loss of words at times. We can't appreciate the heroes who serve until we know their stories. Great!!! One of the best books I have ever heard on tape! Amazing story! Thanks for your service! Fantastic This book drew me in and had me breathless and crying. I highly recommend it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Handful-of-Hard-Men-Audiobook/B0747YCWH2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Handful of Hard Men Subtitle: The SAS and the Battle for Rhodesia Author: Hannes Wessels Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: It is difficult to find another soldier's story to equal Captain Darrell Watt's in terms of time spent on the field of battle and challenges faced. Even by the lofty standards of the SAS and Special Forces, one has to look far to find anyone who can match his record of resilience and valor in the face of such daunting odds and with resources so paltry. In the fight, he showed himself to be a military maestro. A bush-lore genius, blessed with uncanny instincts and an unbridled determination to close with the enemy, he had no peers as a combat-tracker (and there was plenty of competition). But the Rhodesian theater was a fluid and volatile one in which he performed in almost every imaginable fighting role. After 12 years in the cauldron of war, his cause slipped from beneath him, and Rhodesia gave way to Zimbabwe. When the guns went quiet, Watt had won all his battles but lost the war. In this fascinating biography, we learn that in his twilight years, he is now concerned with saving wildlife on a continent where they are in continued danger and devoting himself to both the fauna and African people he cares so deeply about. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Hannes Wessels) Tue, 08 Aug 2017 02:54:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Handful-of-Hard-Men-Audiobook/B0747YCWH2 thebookvoice.com 12:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Handful of Hard Men Subtitle: The SAS and the Battle for Rhodesia Author: Hannes Wessels Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: It is difficult to find another soldier's story to equal Captain Darrell Watt's in terms of time spent on the field of battle and challenges faced. Even by the lofty standards of the SAS and Special Forces, one has to look far to find anyone who can match his record of resilience and valor in the face of such daunting odds and with resources so paltry. In the fight, he showed himself to be a military maestro. A bush-lore genius, blessed with uncanny instincts and an unbridled determination to close with the enemy, he had no peers as a combat-tracker (and there was plenty of competition). But the Rhodesian theater was a fluid and volatile one in which he performed in almost every imaginable fighting role. After 12 years in the cauldron of war, his cause slipped from beneath him, and Rhodesia gave way to Zimbabwe. When the guns went quiet, Watt had won all his battles but lost the war. In this fascinating biography, we learn that in his twilight years, he is now concerned with saving wildlife on a continent where they are in continued danger and devoting himself to both the fauna and African people he cares so deeply about. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Handful of Hard Men Subtitle: The SAS and the Battle for Rhodesia Author: Hannes Wessels Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: It is difficult to find another soldier's story to equal Captain Darrell Watt's in terms of time spent on the field of battle and challenges faced. Even by the lofty standards of the SAS and Special Forces, one has to look far to find anyone who can match his record of resilience and valor in the face of such daunting odds and with resources so paltry. In the fight, he showed himself to be a military maestro. A bush-lore genius, blessed with uncanny instincts and an unbridled determination to close with the enemy, he had no peers as a combat-tracker (and there was plenty of competition). But the Rhodesian theater was a fluid and volatile one in which he performed in almost every imaginable fighting role. After 12 years in the cauldron of war, his cause slipped from beneath him, and Rhodesia gave way to Zimbabwe. When the guns went quiet, Watt had won all his battles but lost the war. In this fascinating biography, we learn that in his twilight years, he is now concerned with saving wildlife on a continent where they are in continued danger and devoting himself to both the fauna and African people he cares so deeply about. Members Reviews: A Handful of Great Stories This was an excellent conglomeration of stories from the Rhodesian SAS. Narration, not so lively. Fantastic Story- Title says it all... Hard Men What a story! The book is not for the lighthearted. Tells the story from the perspective of the Rhodesian SAS, which some may find objectionable philosophically, and in deed. However, it also reveals the other side of the events-- the complicity of neighbors, the role of South Africa, Cuba, the Soviet Union and the UK/US/UN. Like the sinking of the Titanic we know the ending, but with a continuing vengeful twist not envisioned by the world players. As the book progressed I grew accustomed to the narrator's slow reading and lack of inflection. Don't be deterred by the readers voice - a great book. An incredible account of a less known conflict, however they couldn't have picked a less enthusiastic bloke with worse pronunciation to read it. Exceptional story telling Loved the book. It goes into very good detail which keeps you hooked. Sad story about how a country was sold out by the Brits, shame on Thatcher, kerrington and the rest of the vile Brits. A story more people need to hear.... Outstanding narrative and very clear narrator. A compelling story from a perspective I was not fully aware of. Must read! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Six-Days-of-War-Audiobook/B002V0PWJG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Six Days of War Subtitle: June 1967 and the Making of the Modern Middle East Author: Michael B. Oren Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1303 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Michael B. Oren spotlights all the participants: Arab, Israeli, Soviet, and American, as well as all the world leaders involved in this earth-shaking clash that transformed the world. Critic Reviews: "Oren is not only a lucid, compelling writer, but reader Robert Whitfield is a master at narrative drive through intonation alone. The listener cannot put this book down. A triumph." (AudioFile) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael B. Oren) Mon, 12 Dec 2005 14:30:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Six-Days-of-War-Audiobook/B002V0PWJG thebookvoice.com 17:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Six Days of War Subtitle: June 1967 and the Making of the Modern Middle East Author: Michael B. Oren Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1303 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Michael B. Oren spotlights all the participants: Arab, Israeli, Soviet, and American, as well as all the world leaders involved in this earth-shaking clash that transformed the world. Critic Reviews: "Oren is not only a lucid, compelling writer, but reader Robert Whitfield is a master at narrative drive through intonation alone. The listener cannot put this book down. A triumph." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Six Days of War Subtitle: June 1967 and the Making of the Modern Middle East Author: Michael B. Oren Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1303 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: Michael B. Oren spotlights all the participants: Arab, Israeli, Soviet, and American, as well as all the world leaders involved in this earth-shaking clash that transformed the world. Critic Reviews: "Oren is not only a lucid, compelling writer, but reader Robert Whitfield is a master at narrative drive through intonation alone. The listener cannot put this book down. A triumph." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Really 2 Books in One . . . In reality, this book seemed like two separate books. Other than a brief history of Israel, the first half dealt primarily with the attempt to defuse the "Six Day War" via diplomacy. The second half dealt with the war itself, and briefly discussed the war's aftermath. The second half of the book is intense and really keeps your interest. There are many interesting stories about the war and Israel's attempt to keep it going on long enough to meet their objectives before the U.N. stepped in. Although I knew that the war was a rout, I had no idea how badly the Arab countries were beaten during those 6 days and the long term ramifications of the war. The author does a good job of bringing these points home. The first half of the book doesn't shine as bright. I don't know how many times the same scenario was repeated with different characters. The statement - "We won't back you if you start the war, but if you are attacked, we'll back you" was repeated so many times, you start to forget where you are. For those who are history buffs (and know all the players involved) this may be a goldmine of information, however IMHO the first half of the book could use some healthy editing. That being said, the book is still worth a 4-5 star rating. The strengths of the 2nd half of the book EASILY make up for the repetitive nature of the first half. Fantastic! This book is just great. I was afraid that this book might be a dry academic treatment of this war and the history surrounding it. It is very clearly a scholarly work, and yet it reads like a novel. The pace is intense and relentless; the narrator is great. After listening to this book it is not difficult to understand why the middle east is as screwed up as it is. Buy this book, you won't sorry. Great overview of Middle East troubles Coming into this book, I had only a rudimentary knowledge of the Six Day War, and I probably often got it confused with the Yom Kippur war or the 1958 Sinai incident. The book managed to indoctrinate me into what the author calls the Middle East Context and I am finding that I am looking at the current events in the area with new eyes. The book is split into four distinct sections. The first deals with an abbreviated history of the Arab-Israeli conflict and provides a summary of the 1948 and 1958 wars, the rise of the dictatorships in the neighboring countries (especially Nassar in Egypt). The second portion deals at length with the events and diplomacy that led up to the war. The third portion deals with the military and political maneuvering that went on during the actual armed conflict. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Iron-Kingdom-Audiobook/B01NB013H9 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iron Kingdom Subtitle: The Rise and Downfall of Prussia, 1600-1947 Author: Christopher Clark Narrator: Shaun Grindell Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 299 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In the aftermath of World War II, Prussia - a centuries-old state pivotal to Europe's development - ceased to exist. In their eagerness to erase all traces of the Third Reich from the earth, the Allies believed that Prussia, the very embodiment of German militarism, had to be abolished. But as Christopher Clark reveals in this pioneering history, Prussia's legacy is far more complex. What we find is a kingdom that existed nearly half a millennium ago as a patchwork of territorial fragments, with neither significant resources nor a coherent culture. With its capital in Berlin, Prussia grew from being a small, poor, disregarded medieval state into one of the most vigorous and powerful nations in Europe. Iron Kingdom traces Prussia's involvement in the continent's foundational religious and political conflagrations: from the devastations of the Thirty Years' War through centuries of political machinations to the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire, from the enlightenment of Frederick the Great to the destructive conquests of Napoleon, and from the "iron and blood" policies of Bismarck to the creation of the German Empire in 1871 and all that implied for the tumultuous 20th century. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Christopher Clark) Tue, 14 Feb 2017 01:57:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Iron-Kingdom-Audiobook/B01NB013H9 thebookvoice.com 28:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iron Kingdom Subtitle: The Rise and Downfall of Prussia, 1600-1947 Author: Christopher Clark Narrator: Shaun Grindell Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 299 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In the aftermath of World War II, Prussia - a centuries-old state pivotal to Europe's development - ceased to exist. In their eagerness to erase all traces of the Third Reich from the earth, the Allies believed that Prussia, the very embodiment of German militarism, had to be abolished. But as Christopher Clark reveals in this pioneering history, Prussia's legacy is far more complex. What we find is a kingdom that existed nearly half a millennium ago as a patchwork of territorial fragments, with neither significant resources nor a coherent culture. With its capital in Berlin, Prussia grew from being a small, poor, disregarded medieval state into one of the most vigorous and powerful nations in Europe. Iron Kingdom traces Prussia's involvement in the continent's foundational religious and political conflagrations: from the devastations of the Thirty Years' War through centuries of political machinations to the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire, from the enlightenment of Frederick the Great to the destructive conquests of Napoleon, and from the "iron and blood" policies of Bismarck to the creation of the German Empire in 1871 and all that implied for the tumultuous 20th century. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Iron Kingdom Subtitle: The Rise and Downfall of Prussia, 1600-1947 Author: Christopher Clark Narrator: Shaun Grindell Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 299 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: In the aftermath of World War II, Prussia - a centuries-old state pivotal to Europe's development - ceased to exist. In their eagerness to erase all traces of the Third Reich from the earth, the Allies believed that Prussia, the very embodiment of German militarism, had to be abolished. But as Christopher Clark reveals in this pioneering history, Prussia's legacy is far more complex. What we find is a kingdom that existed nearly half a millennium ago as a patchwork of territorial fragments, with neither significant resources nor a coherent culture. With its capital in Berlin, Prussia grew from being a small, poor, disregarded medieval state into one of the most vigorous and powerful nations in Europe. Iron Kingdom traces Prussia's involvement in the continent's foundational religious and political conflagrations: from the devastations of the Thirty Years' War through centuries of political machinations to the dissolution of the Holy Roman Empire, from the enlightenment of Frederick the Great to the destructive conquests of Napoleon, and from the "iron and blood" policies of Bismarck to the creation of the German Empire in 1871 and all that implied for the tumultuous 20th century. Members Reviews: Avoided endless stories about world wars This is a great book because it sticks to the topic: Prussia. It covers social issues and economic issues and is very interesting as to the development of Europe. Once Germany is formed Prussia becomes dominant and the nation turns in a giant barracks. There is discussion of the world wars but at 20,000 feet and the consequences of Prussian militarism become apparent. Highly recommended. Intellectually Honest and Clearly Written This work is clean, massive, and source based: it is everything I look for in a work of history. Very Interesting... Alot of names and places. What made the experience of listening to Iron Kingdom the most enjoyable? Hearing a history of a people I did not know much about. What was one of the most memorable moments of Iron Kingdom? Description of the general populations during the times of war. Any additional comments? Very in depth - sometimes to in depth for me . LOL great book, easy to listen to, well written great book, easy to listen to, well written and great narration. look forward to more from author and narrator Excellent Overview I thoroughly enjoyed this book both as a lesson in history and culture. Clark dives right in to the alliances and conflicts of the 17th century Holy Roman Empire. The first chapter is a bit of a whirlwind and I found myself reading articles in other publications to fill myself in on historical events discussed in this book so that I could keep up with the author. My patience and extra studies paid off though. The book is an excellent read, providing incites as to what defined Prussia as a state, and how it's place in history affect our understanding of the German people. I highly recommend this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/D-DAY-Through-German-Eyes-Audiobook/B01DFG9CWC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: D DAY Through German Eyes Subtitle: The Hidden Story of June 6th 1944 Author: Holger Eckhertz Narrator: P. J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 882 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This is the hidden side of D-Day which has fascinated readers/listeners around the world. Almost all accounts of D-Day are told from the Allied perspective, with the emphasis on how German resistance was overcome on June 6, 1944. But what was it like to be a German soldier in the bunkers and gun emplacements of the Normandy coast, facing the onslaught of the mightiest seaborne invasion in history? What motivated the German defenders, what were their thought processes - and how did they fight from one strong point to another, among the dunes and fields, on that first cataclysmic day? What were their experiences on facing the tanks, the flamethrowers and the devastating air superiority of the Allies? This book sheds fascinating light on these questions, bringing together statements made by German survivors after the war, when time had allowed them to reflect on their state of mind, their actions and their choices of June 6. We see a perspective of D-Day which deserves to be added to the historical record, in which ordinary German troops struggled to make sense of the onslaught that was facing them, and emerged stunned at the weaponry and sheer determination of the Allied soldiers. We see, too, how the Germans fought in the great coastal bunkers, perceived as impregnable fortresses, but in reality often becoming tombs for their crews. Above all, we now have the unheard human voices of the individual German soldiers - the men who are so often portrayed as a faceless mass. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Holger Eckhertz) Tue, 19 Apr 2016 10:43:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/D-DAY-Through-German-Eyes-Audiobook/B01DFG9CWC thebookvoice.com 06:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: D DAY Through German Eyes Subtitle: The Hidden Story of June 6th 1944 Author: Holger Eckhertz Narrator: P. J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 882 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This is the hidden side of D-Day which has fascinated readers/listeners around the world. Almost all accounts of D-Day are told from the Allied perspective, with the emphasis on how German resistance was overcome on June 6, 1944. But what was it like to be a German soldier in the bunkers and gun emplacements of the Normandy coast, facing the onslaught of the mightiest seaborne invasion in history? What motivated the German defenders, what were their thought processes - and how did they fight from one strong point to another, among the dunes and fields, on that first cataclysmic day? What were their experiences on facing the tanks, the flamethrowers and the devastating air superiority of the Allies? This book sheds fascinating light on these questions, bringing together statements made by German survivors after the war, when time had allowed them to reflect on their state of mind, their actions and their choices of June 6. We see a perspective of D-Day which deserves to be added to the historical record, in which ordinary German troops struggled to make sense of the onslaught that was facing them, and emerged stunned at the weaponry and sheer determination of the Allied soldiers. We see, too, how the Germans fought in the great coastal bunkers, perceived as impregnable fortresses, but in reality often becoming tombs for their crews. Above all, we now have the unheard human voices of the individual German soldiers - the men who are so often portrayed as a faceless mass. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/78/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: D DAY Through German Eyes Subtitle: The Hidden Story of June 6th 1944 Author: Holger Eckhertz Narrator: P. J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 882 votes Genres: History, Military Publisher's Summary: This is the hidden side of D-Day which has fascinated readers/listeners around the world. Almost all accounts of D-Day are told from the Allied perspective, with the emphasis on how German resistance was overcome on June 6, 1944. But what was it like to be a German soldier in the bunkers and gun emplacements of the Normandy coast, facing the onslaught of the mightiest seaborne invasion in history? What motivated the German defenders, what were their thought processes - and how did they fight from one strong point to another, among the dunes and fields, on that first cataclysmic day? What were their experiences on facing the tanks, the flamethrowers and the devastating air superiority of the Allies? This book sheds fascinating light on these questions, bringing together statements made by German survivors after the war, when time had allowed them to reflect on their state of mind, their actions and their choices of June 6. We see a perspective of D-Day which deserves to be added to the historical record, in which ordinary German troops struggled to make sense of the onslaught that was facing them, and emerged stunned at the weaponry and sheer determination of the Allied soldiers. We see, too, how the Germans fought in the great coastal bunkers, perceived as impregnable fortresses, but in reality often becoming tombs for their crews. Above all, we now have the unheard human voices of the individual German soldiers - the men who are so often portrayed as a faceless mass. Members Reviews: A work of fiction Only after listening to this did I learn that it is from Sprech Media , well known for other works that are considered fabrications and thus fiction. Various aspects of this book seemed contrived and I started to question its authenticity. Google Sprech Media and learn the facts. fake just feels made up. like they read wikipedia and made up a character who is always in the thick of it. the more I listened the more it did not ring true. returned. Absolutely fascinating What a brilliant concept: a narrated series of interviews with former German soldiers who fought at D-Day. Their accounts are vivid and horrific but hearing these first-person accounts really brings the events to life. I highly recommend. Ludicrous accent I would rather listen to the German version of this book, if it is to be found on Audible. I can't even begin to understand why it was thought useful to have the interviewee speak with such a contrived German accent. Absolutely ludicrous, especially since many German words were not pronounced accurately. Painful to listen to. I don't think I'll be able to continue listening past the first interview. A set of honest and frank accounts A set of honest and frank accounts that allow you to draw your own conclusions on the motives of individuals and politics of the time. Essential reading.