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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/Quarterly-Essay-19-Audiobook/B007T8ZDJO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Quarterly Essay 19 Subtitle: Relaxed & Comfortable: The Liberal Party's Australia Author: Judith Brett Narrator: Judith Brett Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What is the Liberal Party's core appeal to Australian voters? Has John Howard made a dramatic break with the past, or has he ingeniously modernised the strategies of his party's founder, Sir Robert Menzies? For Judith Brett, the government of John Howard has done what successful Liberal governments have always done: it has made its stand firmly at the centre and presented itself as the true guardian of the national interest. In doing this, John Howard has taken over the national traditions of the Australian Legend that Labor once considered its own. Brett offers a lucid short history of the Liberals as well as an original account of the Prime Minister, arguing that, above all, he is a man obsessed with the fight against Labor. She explores both his inventiveness in practising the politics of unity and his great ruthlessness in practising the politics of division. She incorporates fascinating interview material with Liberal voters, shedding light on some of the different ways in which the Liberals appeal as the natural party of government. Full of provocative ideas, Relaxed & Comfortable will change the way Australians see the last decade of national politics. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Judith Brett) Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:30:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Quarterly-Essay-19-Audiobook/B007T8ZDJO thebookvoice.com 02:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Quarterly Essay 19 Subtitle: Relaxed & Comfortable: The Liberal Party's Australia Author: Judith Brett Narrator: Judith Brett Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What is the Liberal Party's core appeal to Australian voters? Has John Howard made a dramatic break with the past, or has he ingeniously modernised the strategies of his party's founder, Sir Robert Menzies? For Judith Brett, the government of John Howard has done what successful Liberal governments have always done: it has made its stand firmly at the centre and presented itself as the true guardian of the national interest. In doing this, John Howard has taken over the national traditions of the Australian Legend that Labor once considered its own. Brett offers a lucid short history of the Liberals as well as an original account of the Prime Minister, arguing that, above all, he is a man obsessed with the fight against Labor. She explores both his inventiveness in practising the politics of unity and his great ruthlessness in practising the politics of division. She incorporates fascinating interview material with Liberal voters, shedding light on some of the different ways in which the Liberals appeal as the natural party of government. Full of provocative ideas, Relaxed & Comfortable will change the way Australians see the last decade of national politics. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Quarterly Essay 19 Subtitle: Relaxed & Comfortable: The Liberal Party's Australia Author: Judith Brett Narrator: Judith Brett Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What is the Liberal Party's core appeal to Australian voters? Has John Howard made a dramatic break with the past, or has he ingeniously modernised the strategies of his party's founder, Sir Robert Menzies? For Judith Brett, the government of John Howard has done what successful Liberal governments have always done: it has made its stand firmly at the centre and presented itself as the true guardian of the national interest. In doing this, John Howard has taken over the national traditions of the Australian Legend that Labor once considered its own. Brett offers a lucid short history of the Liberals as well as an original account of the Prime Minister, arguing that, above all, he is a man obsessed with the fight against Labor. She explores both his inventiveness in practising the politics of unity and his great ruthlessness in practising the politics of division. She incorporates fascinating interview material with Liberal voters, shedding light on some of the different ways in which the Liberals appeal as the natural party of government. Full of provocative ideas, Relaxed & Comfortable will change the way Australians see the last decade of national politics. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Wonga-Coup-Audiobook/B002V1M3R4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wonga Coup Subtitle: Guns, Thugs, and the Steely Determination to Create Mayhem Author: Adam Roberts Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Dogs of War, Frederick Forsyth effectively described an attempt by mercenaries to overthrow the government of Equatorial Guinea in 1972. And the chain of events surrounding the night of March 7, 2004, is a rare case of life imitating art or, at least, life imitating a 1970s thriller in almost uncanny detail. With a cast of characters worthy of a remake of Wild Geese and a plot as mazy as it was unlikely, The Wonga Coup is a tale of venality, overarching vanity, and greed, whose example speaks to the problems of the entire African continent. Critic Reviews: "An irresistibly lurid tale is peopled with bellicose profiteers, particularly of the neocolonialist sort from Europe and South Africa, with long histories of investment in oil, diamonds, and war-for-profit." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Adam Roberts) Thu, 07 Sep 2006 17:13:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Wonga-Coup-Audiobook/B002V1M3R4 thebookvoice.com 08:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wonga Coup Subtitle: Guns, Thugs, and the Steely Determination to Create Mayhem Author: Adam Roberts Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Dogs of War, Frederick Forsyth effectively described an attempt by mercenaries to overthrow the government of Equatorial Guinea in 1972. And the chain of events surrounding the night of March 7, 2004, is a rare case of life imitating art or, at least, life imitating a 1970s thriller in almost uncanny detail. With a cast of characters worthy of a remake of Wild Geese and a plot as mazy as it was unlikely, The Wonga Coup is a tale of venality, overarching vanity, and greed, whose example speaks to the problems of the entire African continent. Critic Reviews: "An irresistibly lurid tale is peopled with bellicose profiteers, particularly of the neocolonialist sort from Europe and South Africa, with long histories of investment in oil, diamonds, and war-for-profit." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wonga Coup Subtitle: Guns, Thugs, and the Steely Determination to Create Mayhem Author: Adam Roberts Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-06 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Dogs of War, Frederick Forsyth effectively described an attempt by mercenaries to overthrow the government of Equatorial Guinea in 1972. And the chain of events surrounding the night of March 7, 2004, is a rare case of life imitating art or, at least, life imitating a 1970s thriller in almost uncanny detail. With a cast of characters worthy of a remake of Wild Geese and a plot as mazy as it was unlikely, The Wonga Coup is a tale of venality, overarching vanity, and greed, whose example speaks to the problems of the entire African continent. Critic Reviews: "An irresistibly lurid tale is peopled with bellicose profiteers, particularly of the neocolonialist sort from Europe and South Africa, with long histories of investment in oil, diamonds, and war-for-profit." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Dictators and dogs of war, beware Today, Saddam Hussein was sentenced to death by hanging. He was once our "friend." Then he defied us and we invaded. His eventual trial and sentence were inevitable. As long as Obiang plays ball with the US (and the oil companies), he'll be our friend. If he were to ever defy us, he'd better watch out. This book was a great follow-up to the stories reported previously in the media. I wanted to know more about what really happened in such an innocuous country and how certain prominent characters became involved. This story starts out as a comedy and quickly turns into a tragedy. I was torn between the plotters getting what they deserved versus maybe, just maybe, those involved might get off with more lenient terms. I thought the reader was good, not overplaying the accents and keeping them understandable. If you are a news junkie who would like to know the back story that led to someone finally taking action and the aftermath, I highly recommend this book. Awesome! This book is fascinating from the start - as much or more for simple fun than intellectual appreciation. The book is written in an elegant, engaging, and subtly funny style, and the reader is a pleasure. The content of the book is very good. He convincingly portrays mercernaries, plotters, and the various things that go into a coup and how they can go wrong. He's very descriptive of the decision making, and gives good reasons why they made these decisions and how they got the results they did. He doesn't spend any time critiquing the coup, and he is remarkably uneditorial about the whole thing. I felt that I could understand and sympathize with all the plotters. If you want more abstract details and overarching commentary, read Luttwak's coup de 'etat. This is well written as an engaging an immersing story of how some folks might get the notion that a coup is a bright idea. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolution-from-Within-Audiobook/B002V0K336 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution from Within Subtitle: A Book of Self-Esteem Author: Gloria Steinem Narrator: Gloria Steinem Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 115 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: She led a social revolution against sexual and racial barriers - now she tackles the barriers within ourselves. In this unique work writer and activist Gloria Steinem discusses the meaning of self-esteem - in the U.S. and around the world - using personal experiences and parables from the lives of people as diverse as Gandhi, Julie Andrews, and kids from Spanish Harlem. She underlines the importance of "un-learning" and disrespecting educations that disrespected us, while offering practical ways of voyaging inward to learn from the unique knowledge within each of us. Finally, Steinem takes us on a journey through nature, spirituality, and newly discovered capacities of the human brain to show that, with improved self-esteem, anything is possible. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gloria Steinem) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 14:30:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolution-from-Within-Audiobook/B002V0K336 thebookvoice.com 02:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution from Within Subtitle: A Book of Self-Esteem Author: Gloria Steinem Narrator: Gloria Steinem Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 115 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: She led a social revolution against sexual and racial barriers - now she tackles the barriers within ourselves. In this unique work writer and activist Gloria Steinem discusses the meaning of self-esteem - in the U.S. and around the world - using personal experiences and parables from the lives of people as diverse as Gandhi, Julie Andrews, and kids from Spanish Harlem. She underlines the importance of "un-learning" and disrespecting educations that disrespected us, while offering practical ways of voyaging inward to learn from the unique knowledge within each of us. Finally, Steinem takes us on a journey through nature, spirituality, and newly discovered capacities of the human brain to show that, with improved self-esteem, anything is possible. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution from Within Subtitle: A Book of Self-Esteem Author: Gloria Steinem Narrator: Gloria Steinem Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 115 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: She led a social revolution against sexual and racial barriers - now she tackles the barriers within ourselves. In this unique work writer and activist Gloria Steinem discusses the meaning of self-esteem - in the U.S. and around the world - using personal experiences and parables from the lives of people as diverse as Gandhi, Julie Andrews, and kids from Spanish Harlem. She underlines the importance of "un-learning" and disrespecting educations that disrespected us, while offering practical ways of voyaging inward to learn from the unique knowledge within each of us. Finally, Steinem takes us on a journey through nature, spirituality, and newly discovered capacities of the human brain to show that, with improved self-esteem, anything is possible. Members Reviews: Not ABRIDGED Any additional comments? Love the book, love the experience of hearing author read. This is my first experience with audible.com. This version only covers the first 4 chapters (or about half) of the book, so it is NOT an abridged full version. The description is quite misleading. I had hoped to cover the main points of the book in the 3-hour playtime, but instead am reading the paperback to get the content. This Audiobook is Incomplete Any additional comments? Do not get this audiobook and instead get the book. The book is great and I highly recommend it. However this audiobook only covers 4 chapters and this was not mentioned anywhere. It's too bad since Gloria is also a great narrated. Wow! Love it. I'm just discovering Gloria Steinem and she is one forward thinking woman. This book is well written and I would recommend it to any woman/man of any age. It helped me put myself on the path to self discovery. Thank you, Gloria Steinem! Her writing never fails to amaze and inspire me. I couldn't stop listening, it was so good, like all her books are. You won't be sorry you read it. wow! Just an amazing voice and vision for wellness and feminism! Great if you need help with self esteem. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Benjamin-Franklin-Audiobook/B002V1OSV8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Benjamin Franklin Subtitle: On Love, Marriage, and Other Matters Author: Benjamin Franklin Narrator: Adrian Cronauer Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Here's a collection of essays and letters from the pen of one of America's shrewdest observers of human nature. During his lifetime, Benjamin Franklin was a successful publisher, printer, author, scientist, inventor, and diplomat. This collection of letters and essays illuminates Franklin's views on the subjects of marriage, savages, cold air baths, and a variety of other topics. The recording includes "Choice of a Mistress," "Reflections on Love and Marriage," "Early Marriages," "Treaty with A Lady," "Polly Baker," "Ephemera," "Apology for Printers," "Politeness of Savages," "On Wine," "Emigrants," "Cold Air Baths," and "Otium cum Dignatate." Editorial Reviews: Benjamin Franklin earned his place in history as a man of accomplishment in the disparate fields of diplomacy, science, publishing, and technological innovation. He also left his mark as a writer, as demonstrated in his volume of letters and essays, On Love, Marriage, and Other Matters. In this collection, Franklin speaks about a range of subjects including marriage, wine, and cold air baths. In "Choice of a Mistress", Franklin speaks candidly about his fondness for the "gentler sex". In "Polly Baker", he fights for gender equality in a story about a woman condemned for having a child out of wedlock. With a deep resonant voice, Adrian Cronauer uses the right mix of gravitas and approachability to bring to life the words of an American legend. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Benjamin Franklin) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 06:32:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Benjamin-Franklin-Audiobook/B002V1OSV8 thebookvoice.com 03:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Benjamin Franklin Subtitle: On Love, Marriage, and Other Matters Author: Benjamin Franklin Narrator: Adrian Cronauer Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Here's a collection of essays and letters from the pen of one of America's shrewdest observers of human nature. During his lifetime, Benjamin Franklin was a successful publisher, printer, author, scientist, inventor, and diplomat. This collection of letters and essays illuminates Franklin's views on the subjects of marriage, savages, cold air baths, and a variety of other topics. The recording includes "Choice of a Mistress," "Reflections on Love and Marriage," "Early Marriages," "Treaty with A Lady," "Polly Baker," "Ephemera," "Apology for Printers," "Politeness of Savages," "On Wine," "Emigrants," "Cold Air Baths," and "Otium cum Dignatate." Editorial Reviews: Benjamin Franklin earned his place in history as a man of accomplishment in the disparate fields of diplomacy, science, publishing, and technological innovation. He also left his mark as a writer, as demonstrated in his volume of letters and essays, On Love, Marriage, and Other Matters. In this collection, Franklin speaks about a range of subjects including marriage, wine, and cold air baths. In "Choice of a Mistress", Franklin speaks candidly about his fondness for the "gentler sex". In "Polly Baker", he fights for gender equality in a story about a woman condemned for having a child out of wedlock. With a deep resonant voice, Adrian Cronauer uses the right mix of gravitas and approachability to bring to life the words of an American legend. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Benjamin Franklin Subtitle: On Love, Marriage, and Other Matters Author: Benjamin Franklin Narrator: Adrian Cronauer Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Here's a collection of essays and letters from the pen of one of America's shrewdest observers of human nature. During his lifetime, Benjamin Franklin was a successful publisher, printer, author, scientist, inventor, and diplomat. This collection of letters and essays illuminates Franklin's views on the subjects of marriage, savages, cold air baths, and a variety of other topics. The recording includes "Choice of a Mistress," "Reflections on Love and Marriage," "Early Marriages," "Treaty with A Lady," "Polly Baker," "Ephemera," "Apology for Printers," "Politeness of Savages," "On Wine," "Emigrants," "Cold Air Baths," and "Otium cum Dignatate." Editorial Reviews: Benjamin Franklin earned his place in history as a man of accomplishment in the disparate fields of diplomacy, science, publishing, and technological innovation. He also left his mark as a writer, as demonstrated in his volume of letters and essays, On Love, Marriage, and Other Matters. In this collection, Franklin speaks about a range of subjects including marriage, wine, and cold air baths. In "Choice of a Mistress", Franklin speaks candidly about his fondness for the "gentler sex". In "Polly Baker", he fights for gender equality in a story about a woman condemned for having a child out of wedlock. With a deep resonant voice, Adrian Cronauer uses the right mix of gravitas and approachability to bring to life the words of an American legend. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-1-Month-Subscription-Audiobook/B002VA8S42 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, 1-Month Subscription Author: Caleb Brown Narrator: Caleb Brown Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Delivery: The tenth day of every month. To get the latest Cato, click . Or, you can find back issues by searching the . bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Caleb Brown) Thu, 01 Jul 2004 00:32:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-1-Month-Subscription-Audiobook/B002VA8S42 thebookvoice.com 01:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, 1-Month Subscription Author: Caleb Brown Narrator: Caleb Brown Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Delivery: The tenth day of every month. To get the latest Cato, click . Or, you can find back issues by searching the . Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, 1-Month Subscription Author: Caleb Brown Narrator: Caleb Brown Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Delivery: The tenth day of every month. To get the latest Cato, click . Or, you can find back issues by searching the . Members Reviews: Great If You're a Libertarian ALERT! Cato is a non-profit public policy foundation which promotes the ideas of libertarian ideals--free markets, limited government, and peace. If you subscribe to these ideas or if you have an interest in learning more, then this subscription might be of interest. If you think businesses are inherently bad, or that the government needs to step in more often, you're probably not going to like this broadcast. Some reviewers rate this subscription low because they don't like Cato's philosophy. I guess that's okay, but people should know that the program is very informative and non-confrontational. Though often labelled "right-wing," Cato is certainly not Republican--just look at their stances on the War on Drugs, the War in Iraq, and abortion issues. My only objection is that the subscription only gives you a measly 1-hr. every month. Meanwhile, the government-subsidized NPR shows broadcast more often, giving better value. The debate continues... Actual, intelligent discussion of current events Yes, believe it or not, there is a refuge from the partisan rhetoric of the Democrats and Republicans. The Cato Institute is a libertarian think tank devoted to the proposition that the government should stay out of your bedroom and out of your wallet to the greatest extent possible. This is the notion on which our country was founded, even if modern politicians and pundits tend to forget that. I have found the discussions and lecture excerpts on Cato Audio to be both interesting and informative. The only drawback is that they leave me angry with both the Republicans and the Democrats. I think that if you listen to a few of these, you will agree that most Americans are actually Libertarians, even if they don't yet know it. As Promised Excellent. Exactly what it claims to be. If you are annoyed by market-based opinions, don't listen. Otherwise, a logical and consistent point of view. Commentary with a Libertarian Perspective No, this isn't news -- it's commentary. Anyone who expects this "audio magazine" to provide balanced reporting is missing the point; the objective here is to look at current events from a libertarian (rational individualist, free-market, limited government) perspective. I've listened to this program in the past, and it does provide an welcome alternative view to what you'll find in the pages of the New York Times or on NPR's airways. Great Commentary This is great commentary and analysis of what is going on in the country. Don't expect it to be news becuase it is opinion and considered, thoughtful explainations of current events. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Locked-Down-Audiobook/B002VA9RHY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Locked Down Subtitle: Gangs in the Supermax Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Michael Montgomery Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Correspondent: Michael MontgomeryEditor: Catherine WinterHost: Deborah AmosSenior Producer: Sasha AslanianProject Manager: Misha QuillWeb Producer: Ochen KaylanProduction Assistant: Ellen GuettlerMixing: Craig Thorson, Tom Mudge, and Mitch HanleyExecutive Editor: Stephen SmithExecutive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Fri, 22 Apr 2005 08:07:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Locked-Down-Audiobook/B002VA9RHY thebookvoice.com 00:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Locked Down Subtitle: Gangs in the Supermax Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Michael Montgomery Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Correspondent: Michael MontgomeryEditor: Catherine WinterHost: Deborah AmosSenior Producer: Sasha AslanianProject Manager: Misha QuillWeb Producer: Ochen KaylanProduction Assistant: Ellen GuettlerMixing: Craig Thorson, Tom Mudge, and Mitch HanleyExecutive Editor: Stephen SmithExecutive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Locked Down Subtitle: Gangs in the Supermax Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Michael Montgomery Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Correspondent: Michael MontgomeryEditor: Catherine WinterHost: Deborah AmosSenior Producer: Sasha AslanianProject Manager: Misha QuillWeb Producer: Ochen KaylanProduction Assistant: Ellen GuettlerMixing: Craig Thorson, Tom Mudge, and Mitch HanleyExecutive Editor: Stephen SmithExecutive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Carving-Up-the-Vote-Audiobook/B002V8HDWM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Carving Up the Vote Subtitle: How Redistricting Changed the Election Landscape Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Deborah Amos Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: American RadioWorks and BBC Current Affairs looks at the effects of gerrymandering in the U.S., focusing on recent efforts by Texas Republicans to redraw the district maps and deliver a critical advantage for President George W. Bush in his second term. For BBC Current Affairs: Correspondent: James Silver Producer: Sue Ellis Editor: Maria Balinska For American RadioWorks: Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Host: Deborah Amos Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Production Assistant: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Craig Thorson Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (American RadioWorks) Thu, 30 Dec 2004 15:36:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Carving-Up-the-Vote-Audiobook/B002V8HDWM thebookvoice.com 00:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Carving Up the Vote Subtitle: How Redistricting Changed the Election Landscape Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Deborah Amos Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: American RadioWorks and BBC Current Affairs looks at the effects of gerrymandering in the U.S., focusing on recent efforts by Texas Republicans to redraw the district maps and deliver a critical advantage for President George W. Bush in his second term. For BBC Current Affairs: Correspondent: James Silver Producer: Sue Ellis Editor: Maria Balinska For American RadioWorks: Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Host: Deborah Amos Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Production Assistant: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Craig Thorson Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Carving Up the Vote Subtitle: How Redistricting Changed the Election Landscape Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Deborah Amos Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-30-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: American RadioWorks and BBC Current Affairs looks at the effects of gerrymandering in the U.S., focusing on recent efforts by Texas Republicans to redraw the district maps and deliver a critical advantage for President George W. Bush in his second term. For BBC Current Affairs: Correspondent: James Silver Producer: Sue Ellis Editor: Maria Balinska For American RadioWorks: Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Host: Deborah Amos Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Production Assistant: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Craig Thorson Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-April-2005-Audiobook/B002VC2GYS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2005 Author: Stephen Moore, Stephen Slivinski, John Sununu, Warren Farrell, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio includes Stephen Moore and Stephen Slivinski on Cato's fiscal policy report card on America's governors; Sen. John Sununu on the false allure of protectionism; Warren Farrell on the sacrifices men make for their larger paychecks; Krista Kafer on the growing culture of dependency in higher education; Rep. John Shadegg on legalizing interstate commerce in health insurance; and in this month's featured selection, William Shipman on managing costs and risk in personal retirement accounts. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Moore) Fri, 01 Apr 2005 14:58:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-April-2005-Audiobook/B002VC2GYS thebookvoice.com 01:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2005 Author: Stephen Moore, Stephen Slivinski, John Sununu, Warren Farrell, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio includes Stephen Moore and Stephen Slivinski on Cato's fiscal policy report card on America's governors; Sen. John Sununu on the false allure of protectionism; Warren Farrell on the sacrifices men make for their larger paychecks; Krista Kafer on the growing culture of dependency in higher education; Rep. John Shadegg on legalizing interstate commerce in health insurance; and in this month's featured selection, William Shipman on managing costs and risk in personal retirement accounts. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2005 Author: Stephen Moore, Stephen Slivinski, John Sununu, Warren Farrell, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio includes Stephen Moore and Stephen Slivinski on Cato's fiscal policy report card on America's governors; Sen. John Sununu on the false allure of protectionism; Warren Farrell on the sacrifices men make for their larger paychecks; Krista Kafer on the growing culture of dependency in higher education; Rep. John Shadegg on legalizing interstate commerce in health insurance; and in this month's featured selection, William Shipman on managing costs and risk in personal retirement accounts. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-December-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00Z4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, December 2003 Author: Stephen Moore, Anne Applebaum, Bradley A. Smith, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Stephen Moore on lessons of the California recall; Bradley A. Smith on campaign finance reform; David Schoenbrod on congressional accountability for federal regulations; Dr. Thomas Szasz on the statist roots of psychiatry; Mario Vargas Llosa on the need for a culture of liberty in Latin America; and Anne Applebaum on the history of the Soviet gulag. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Moore) Mon, 01 Dec 2003 14:00:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-December-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00Z4 thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, December 2003 Author: Stephen Moore, Anne Applebaum, Bradley A. Smith, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Stephen Moore on lessons of the California recall; Bradley A. Smith on campaign finance reform; David Schoenbrod on congressional accountability for federal regulations; Dr. Thomas Szasz on the statist roots of psychiatry; Mario Vargas Llosa on the need for a culture of liberty in Latin America; and Anne Applebaum on the history of the Soviet gulag. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, December 2003 Author: Stephen Moore, Anne Applebaum, Bradley A. Smith, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Stephen Moore on lessons of the California recall; Bradley A. Smith on campaign finance reform; David Schoenbrod on congressional accountability for federal regulations; Dr. Thomas Szasz on the statist roots of psychiatry; Mario Vargas Llosa on the need for a culture of liberty in Latin America; and Anne Applebaum on the history of the Soviet gulag. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-12-Month-Subscription-Audiobook/B002VA8S6A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, 12-Month Subscription Author: Caleb Brown Narrator: Caleb Brown Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Delivery: The tenth day of every month. To get the latest Cato, click . Or, you can find back issues by searching the . bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Caleb Brown) Thu, 01 Jul 2004 21:39:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-12-Month-Subscription-Audiobook/B002VA8S6A thebookvoice.com 01:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, 12-Month Subscription Author: Caleb Brown Narrator: Caleb Brown Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Delivery: The tenth day of every month. To get the latest Cato, click . Or, you can find back issues by searching the . Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, 12-Month Subscription Author: Caleb Brown Narrator: Caleb Brown Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Delivery: The tenth day of every month. To get the latest Cato, click . Or, you can find back issues by searching the . Members Reviews: Actual intelligent discussion of current events Yes, believe it or not, there is a refuge from the partisan rhetoric of the Democrats and Republicans. The Cato Institute is a libertarian think tank devoted to the proposition that the government should stay out of your bedroom and out of your wallet, to the greatest extent possible. This is the notion on which our country was founded, though modern politicians and pundits tend to forget that. I have found the discussions and lecture excerpts on Cato Audio to be both interesting and informative. The only drawback is that they leave me angry with both the Republicans and the Democrats. I think that if you listen to a few of these, you will agree that most Americans are actually Libertarians, even if they don't yet know it. Good intro to contemporary libertarian thought The Cato Institute is one of the most influential Washington "think tanks" and the most important one with a libertarian bent. (This means, on one foot, that there are very few areas where government participation improves matters. It is NOT the same as political conservatism.) If the July 2004 issue is representative, the monthly audio magazine presents a half-dozen interviews, speech excerpts, and short "lessons" on topics of contemporary political interest. Of course the quality varies with the presenters; some are a bit dull, but most are good enough speakers to hold your interest if the libertarian point-of-view is at all interesting. Unlike many political journals that are fairly far from the center, some contributors even demonstrate a good sense of humor. If hearing the idea that the government is the source of most contemporary problems makes you uncomfortable, don't bother with a subscription. But if understanding how people can improve their lot without relying on governments to help them intrigues you, then give it a try. Political Food for Policy Junkies The Cato Institute hosts some of the smartest, most thoughtful people on government, politics, and public policy, and now you can hear them without having to trek to DC to attend Cato's programs in person. Even better, Cato selects and edits their very best speechs and debates so listeners can hear the most cutting-edge thinkers on the most pressing issues of our day without wasting time. It's always great on Cato Audio. Abandoning the stale left-right, us-them approach that dominates the media and much of political discourse, Cato Audio provides fresh thinking from the perspective of what's good for humananity without all the empty rhetoric that Washington usually provides. A sharp, captivating program Coming from a person who is familiar with the Cato Institute and its policies, I believe this program would be insightful to even a listener with more moderate views. I find that the guests they bring into the conversations have real leverage and a thorough understanding of the issues, and are always warry of dissident view points. With all the sound bites and bias (one way or the other)in our mainstream media today, I simply find Cato Audio to be quite refreshing, consistent and always captivating. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-July-2003-Audiobook/B0037G42EY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2003 Author: Casey Latigue, Clint Bolick, Christopher Preble, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Casey Lartigue and Clint Bolick discussing school vouchers; Christopher Preble on the future of the military after the Iraq victory; Tom Palmer on liberty after September 11; Gene Healy on ending the District of Columbia's gun ban; Floyd Flake on educational freedom in urban America; and John McWhorter on "Double Consciousness in Black America". Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Casey Latigue) Tue, 01 Jul 2003 14:59:21 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-July-2003-Audiobook/B0037G42EY thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2003 Author: Casey Latigue, Clint Bolick, Christopher Preble, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Casey Lartigue and Clint Bolick discussing school vouchers; Christopher Preble on the future of the military after the Iraq victory; Tom Palmer on liberty after September 11; Gene Healy on ending the District of Columbia's gun ban; Floyd Flake on educational freedom in urban America; and John McWhorter on "Double Consciousness in Black America". Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2003 Author: Casey Latigue, Clint Bolick, Christopher Preble, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Casey Lartigue and Clint Bolick discussing school vouchers; Christopher Preble on the future of the military after the Iraq victory; Tom Palmer on liberty after September 11; Gene Healy on ending the District of Columbia's gun ban; Floyd Flake on educational freedom in urban America; and John McWhorter on "Double Consciousness in Black America". Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-June-2004-Audiobook/B002VAQG64 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, June 2004 Author: Edward H. Crane, Thomas Sowell, Fareed Zakaria, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features welcoming remarks by Cato President Edward H. Crane; appreciation of Milton Friedman by Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell; Presentation of the Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty by Newsweek International Editor Fareed Zakaria; and remarks by Hernando de Soto, recipient of the 2004 Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Edward H. Crane) Tue, 01 Jun 2004 16:09:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-June-2004-Audiobook/B002VAQG64 thebookvoice.com 01:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, June 2004 Author: Edward H. Crane, Thomas Sowell, Fareed Zakaria, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features welcoming remarks by Cato President Edward H. Crane; appreciation of Milton Friedman by Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell; Presentation of the Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty by Newsweek International Editor Fareed Zakaria; and remarks by Hernando de Soto, recipient of the 2004 Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, June 2004 Author: Edward H. Crane, Thomas Sowell, Fareed Zakaria, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features welcoming remarks by Cato President Edward H. Crane; appreciation of Milton Friedman by Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell; Presentation of the Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty by Newsweek International Editor Fareed Zakaria; and remarks by Hernando de Soto, recipient of the 2004 Milton Friedman Prize for Advancing Liberty. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Witnesses-to-Terror-Audiobook/B002V8N4J8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Witnesses to Terror Subtitle: The 9/11 Hearings Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producer: Catherine Winter Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Assistant Producer: Ellen Guettler Production Assistants: Carey Biron and Nate Hall Mixing: Craig Thorson Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Web Manager: John Pearson Web Production Supervisor: Michael Wells 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) Fri, 01 Oct 2004 06:54:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Witnesses-to-Terror-Audiobook/B002V8N4J8 thebookvoice.com 00:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Witnesses to Terror Subtitle: The 9/11 Hearings Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producer: Catherine Winter Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Assistant Producer: Ellen Guettler Production Assistants: Carey Biron and Nate Hall Mixing: Craig Thorson Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Web Manager: John Pearson Web Production Supervisor: Michael Wells 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/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Witnesses to Terror Subtitle: The 9/11 Hearings Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producer: Catherine Winter Editor: Deborah George Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Assistant Producer: Ellen Guettler Production Assistants: Carey Biron and Nate Hall Mixing: Craig Thorson Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Web Manager: John Pearson Web Production Supervisor: Michael Wells 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/No-Place-to-Hide-Audiobook/B002V0LRAY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No Place to Hide Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Deborah Amos Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producers: John Biewen and Robert O'Harrow Editor: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Production Assistant: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Craig Thorson 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) Fri, 14 Jan 2005 11:50:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-Place-to-Hide-Audiobook/B002V0LRAY thebookvoice.com 00:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No Place to Hide Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Deborah Amos Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producers: John Biewen and Robert O'Harrow Editor: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Production Assistant: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Craig Thorson 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/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No Place to Hide Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: Deborah Amos Format: Original Recording Length: 51 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-05 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producers: John Biewen and Robert O'Harrow Editor: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Senior Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Manager: Misha Quill Web Producer: Ochen Kaylan Production Assistant: Ellen Guettler Mixing: Craig Thorson Executive Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Members Reviews: Privacy....does it really exsist after 9-11? I believe the book brings to light that we have much less privacy then we had in the past. The fact that we are leaving electronic trails for to be read and evaluated by "govermental authorities" no matter what we are doing in our everyday lives is absolutely astonishing. The question is clear in this complicated situation of increase security measures....do we in fact have to give up so much to promote a high level of monitoring to prevent attacks from other countries? Did we really think about the long term consequences of constant surveillance of our people in the United States. Also, how are we going to protect the information that we are gathering on our own society? If you think about it carefully...can we be providing valuble information to others that will inadvertently serve to destroy this great country? I feel that we have overestimated probability in this situation and decisions about surveillance should be made with extreme care. Uber 1984 One George gave us a warning, another brings us the reality. Big brother is watching you, MATRIX is on steroids. Any cop walking a beat nows more about you than does your mother! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2004-Audiobook/B002VASSIS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2004 Author: Randy Barnett, Mark Moller, Brad Smith, Walid Phares, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This issue of CatoAudio features Randy Barnett and Mark Moller on medical marijuana and federalism; Federal Election Commission chairman Brad Smith on free speech and campaign finance regulation; Walid Phares on the history, agenda, and strategy of Al Qaeda; economist John Merrifield on the benefits of specialization in education; law professor Jonathan Turley on the disturbing use of military commissions in prosecuting enemy combatants; and John Goodman on the failures of nationalized healthcare in the UK and Canada. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Randy Barnett) Mon, 01 Nov 2004 18:17:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2004-Audiobook/B002VASSIS thebookvoice.com 01:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2004 Author: Randy Barnett, Mark Moller, Brad Smith, Walid Phares, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This issue of CatoAudio features Randy Barnett and Mark Moller on medical marijuana and federalism; Federal Election Commission chairman Brad Smith on free speech and campaign finance regulation; Walid Phares on the history, agenda, and strategy of Al Qaeda; economist John Merrifield on the benefits of specialization in education; law professor Jonathan Turley on the disturbing use of military commissions in prosecuting enemy combatants; and John Goodman on the failures of nationalized healthcare in the UK and Canada. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2004 Author: Randy Barnett, Mark Moller, Brad Smith, Walid Phares, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This issue of CatoAudio features Randy Barnett and Mark Moller on medical marijuana and federalism; Federal Election Commission chairman Brad Smith on free speech and campaign finance regulation; Walid Phares on the history, agenda, and strategy of Al Qaeda; economist John Merrifield on the benefits of specialization in education; law professor Jonathan Turley on the disturbing use of military commissions in prosecuting enemy combatants; and John Goodman on the failures of nationalized healthcare in the UK and Canada. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Deadly-Decisions-Audiobook/B002V5BQBO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Decisions 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 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Correspondents: Alan Berlow Editors: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Production Assistance: Baris Gumus-Dawes, Dania Akkad, and Ellen Guettler Technical Direction: Craig Thorson 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 20:57:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Deadly-Decisions-Audiobook/B002V5BQBO thebookvoice.com 00:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Decisions 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 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Correspondents: Alan Berlow Editors: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Production Assistance: Baris Gumus-Dawes, Dania Akkad, and Ellen Guettler Technical Direction: Craig Thorson 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/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Decisions 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 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Correspondents: Alan Berlow Editors: Deborah George Host: Deborah Amos Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Production Assistance: Baris Gumus-Dawes, Dania Akkad, and Ellen Guettler Technical Direction: Craig Thorson 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/CatoAudio-January-2004-Audiobook/B0037G67JC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2004 Author: Jim Powell, David Boaz, Charles Murray, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Jim Powell and David Boaz on the growth of the federal government; Charles Murray on the causes of human excellence; Rep. Barney Frank on liberals' opposition to Internet gambling; The Postal Rate Commission's Shelly Dreifuss on the lack of accountability at the U.S. Postal Service, Roger Pilon on the benefits of drug reimportation; and Ed Crane on the ideological collapse of the Republican party. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jim Powell) Thu, 01 Jan 2004 09:41:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-January-2004-Audiobook/B0037G67JC thebookvoice.com 00:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2004 Author: Jim Powell, David Boaz, Charles Murray, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Jim Powell and David Boaz on the growth of the federal government; Charles Murray on the causes of human excellence; Rep. Barney Frank on liberals' opposition to Internet gambling; The Postal Rate Commission's Shelly Dreifuss on the lack of accountability at the U.S. Postal Service, Roger Pilon on the benefits of drug reimportation; and Ed Crane on the ideological collapse of the Republican party. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2004 Author: Jim Powell, David Boaz, Charles Murray, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Jim Powell and David Boaz on the growth of the federal government; Charles Murray on the causes of human excellence; Rep. Barney Frank on liberals' opposition to Internet gambling; The Postal Rate Commission's Shelly Dreifuss on the lack of accountability at the U.S. Postal Service, Roger Pilon on the benefits of drug reimportation; and Ed Crane on the ideological collapse of the Republican party. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-February-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00BS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2003 Author: Stephen Moore, Alan Reynolds, P.J. O'Rourke, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Stephen Moore and Alan Reynolds on President Bush's tax cut; Pat Toomey on Social Security and Election 2002; Bob Levy on "Total Information Awareness"; the FCC's Kathleen Abernathy on the future of American radio spectrum policy; P. J. O'Rourke on H. L. Mencken; and Jerry Taylor on the environmental agenda for the 108th Congress. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Moore) Sat, 01 Feb 2003 14:53:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-February-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00BS thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2003 Author: Stephen Moore, Alan Reynolds, P.J. O'Rourke, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Stephen Moore and Alan Reynolds on President Bush's tax cut; Pat Toomey on Social Security and Election 2002; Bob Levy on "Total Information Awareness"; the FCC's Kathleen Abernathy on the future of American radio spectrum policy; P. J. O'Rourke on H. L. Mencken; and Jerry Taylor on the environmental agenda for the 108th Congress. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2003 Author: Stephen Moore, Alan Reynolds, P.J. O'Rourke, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Stephen Moore and Alan Reynolds on President Bush's tax cut; Pat Toomey on Social Security and Election 2002; Bob Levy on "Total Information Awareness"; the FCC's Kathleen Abernathy on the future of American radio spectrum policy; P. J. O'Rourke on H. L. Mencken; and Jerry Taylor on the environmental agenda for the 108th Congress. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-August-2005-Audiobook/B002VB0560 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2005 Author: Radley Balko, Jacob Sullum, Floyd Abrams, David Boaz, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Radley Balko and Jacob Sullum on the DEA's war against pain sufferers; Floyd Abrams on political partisans who support free speech, but only when they agree with it; William Niskanen on the lessons Enron teaches about financial mismanagement; David Boaz on why Congress should defend the Corporation for Public Broadcasting; Steven Davies on the explosive growth of the world's wealth; and Anne Applebaum on how totalitarianism came to power in Russia and Germany. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Radley Balko) Mon, 01 Aug 2005 07:06:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-August-2005-Audiobook/B002VB0560 thebookvoice.com 01:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2005 Author: Radley Balko, Jacob Sullum, Floyd Abrams, David Boaz, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Radley Balko and Jacob Sullum on the DEA's war against pain sufferers; Floyd Abrams on political partisans who support free speech, but only when they agree with it; William Niskanen on the lessons Enron teaches about financial mismanagement; David Boaz on why Congress should defend the Corporation for Public Broadcasting; Steven Davies on the explosive growth of the world's wealth; and Anne Applebaum on how totalitarianism came to power in Russia and Germany. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2005 Author: Radley Balko, Jacob Sullum, Floyd Abrams, David Boaz, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Radley Balko and Jacob Sullum on the DEA's war against pain sufferers; Floyd Abrams on political partisans who support free speech, but only when they agree with it; William Niskanen on the lessons Enron teaches about financial mismanagement; David Boaz on why Congress should defend the Corporation for Public Broadcasting; Steven Davies on the explosive growth of the world's wealth; and Anne Applebaum on how totalitarianism came to power in Russia and Germany. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/1980-Moscow-Olympics-The-Reunion-Audiobook/B007EU0WXY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1980 Moscow Olympics: The Reunion Author: Colin Moynihan, Duncan Goodhew, Joslyn Hoyte-Smith, Dick Palmer Narrator: Sue MacGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 1979, the British team was in training for the following year's Olympics when Russia invaded Afghanistan. President Carter, backed by Margaret Thatcher, urged athletes to boycott the event, and the worlds of politics and sport seemed caught in a deadlock. This fascinating programme sees Sue MacGregor reuniting members of the British Olympic team as they recall that controversial year. Duncan Goodhew, Joslyn Hoyte-Smith, and Colin Moynihan faced personal dilemmas about competing in the face of political opposition. Team leader Dick Palmer carried the flag alone into the Olympic stadium, and as the hate mail stacked up coach Frank Dick did his best to shield the athletes from the pressures. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Colin Moynihan) Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:21:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/1980-Moscow-Olympics-The-Reunion-Audiobook/B007EU0WXY thebookvoice.com 00:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1980 Moscow Olympics: The Reunion Author: Colin Moynihan, Duncan Goodhew, Joslyn Hoyte-Smith, Dick Palmer Narrator: Sue MacGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 1979, the British team was in training for the following year's Olympics when Russia invaded Afghanistan. President Carter, backed by Margaret Thatcher, urged athletes to boycott the event, and the worlds of politics and sport seemed caught in a deadlock. This fascinating programme sees Sue MacGregor reuniting members of the British Olympic team as they recall that controversial year. Duncan Goodhew, Joslyn Hoyte-Smith, and Colin Moynihan faced personal dilemmas about competing in the face of political opposition. Team leader Dick Palmer carried the flag alone into the Olympic stadium, and as the hate mail stacked up coach Frank Dick did his best to shield the athletes from the pressures. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1980 Moscow Olympics: The Reunion Author: Colin Moynihan, Duncan Goodhew, Joslyn Hoyte-Smith, Dick Palmer Narrator: Sue MacGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 1979, the British team was in training for the following year's Olympics when Russia invaded Afghanistan. President Carter, backed by Margaret Thatcher, urged athletes to boycott the event, and the worlds of politics and sport seemed caught in a deadlock. This fascinating programme sees Sue MacGregor reuniting members of the British Olympic team as they recall that controversial year. Duncan Goodhew, Joslyn Hoyte-Smith, and Colin Moynihan faced personal dilemmas about competing in the face of political opposition. Team leader Dick Palmer carried the flag alone into the Olympic stadium, and as the hate mail stacked up coach Frank Dick did his best to shield the athletes from the pressures. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-February-2004-Audiobook/B0037G67M4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2004 Author: Chris Edwards, Brink Lindsey, Patrick Basham, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Chris Edwards and Brink Lindsey on the economy, trade, and Election 2004; Patrick Basham on the future of democracy in Iraq; Doug Bandow on the pitfalls of military conscription; U.S. News and World Report columnist John Leo on free speech and anti-discrimination laws; John Samples on the free speech and campaign finance regulation; and ABC News 20/20 anchor John Stossel on bias in the media. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chris Edwards) Sun, 01 Feb 2004 13:13:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-February-2004-Audiobook/B0037G67M4 thebookvoice.com 01:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2004 Author: Chris Edwards, Brink Lindsey, Patrick Basham, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Chris Edwards and Brink Lindsey on the economy, trade, and Election 2004; Patrick Basham on the future of democracy in Iraq; Doug Bandow on the pitfalls of military conscription; U.S. News and World Report columnist John Leo on free speech and anti-discrimination laws; John Samples on the free speech and campaign finance regulation; and ABC News 20/20 anchor John Stossel on bias in the media. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2004 Author: Chris Edwards, Brink Lindsey, Patrick Basham, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Chris Edwards and Brink Lindsey on the economy, trade, and Election 2004; Patrick Basham on the future of democracy in Iraq; Doug Bandow on the pitfalls of military conscription; U.S. News and World Report columnist John Leo on free speech and anti-discrimination laws; John Samples on the free speech and campaign finance regulation; and ABC News 20/20 anchor John Stossel on bias in the media. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-May-2004-Audiobook/B0037G67R4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2004 Author: David Salisbury, Casey Lartigue, Edward Peck, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Salisbury and Casey Lartigue on the state of America's schools 50 years after Brown v. Board of Education; Ambassador Edward Peck on the transition of power in Iraq; Former Nuclear Regulatory Commission member Peter Bradford on the future of the nuclear power industry; The Wall Street Journal's John Fund on the challenges facing American education; Former US Attorney General Bill Barr on telecommunications regulation; and Brink Lindsey on the myths and truths of outsourcing. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Salisbury) Sat, 01 May 2004 17:47:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-May-2004-Audiobook/B0037G67R4 thebookvoice.com 01:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2004 Author: David Salisbury, Casey Lartigue, Edward Peck, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Salisbury and Casey Lartigue on the state of America's schools 50 years after Brown v. Board of Education; Ambassador Edward Peck on the transition of power in Iraq; Former Nuclear Regulatory Commission member Peter Bradford on the future of the nuclear power industry; The Wall Street Journal's John Fund on the challenges facing American education; Former US Attorney General Bill Barr on telecommunications regulation; and Brink Lindsey on the myths and truths of outsourcing. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2004 Author: David Salisbury, Casey Lartigue, Edward Peck, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Salisbury and Casey Lartigue on the state of America's schools 50 years after Brown v. Board of Education; Ambassador Edward Peck on the transition of power in Iraq; Former Nuclear Regulatory Commission member Peter Bradford on the future of the nuclear power industry; The Wall Street Journal's John Fund on the challenges facing American education; Former US Attorney General Bill Barr on telecommunications regulation; and Brink Lindsey on the myths and truths of outsourcing. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-September-2003-Audiobook/B0037G6788 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2003 Author: John Samples, Susan Chamberlain, Jerry Taylor, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features John Samples and Susan Chamberlin on what's ahead for the 108th Congress; Jerry Taylor on our nation's twisted energy policy; Peter VanDoren on innovations in transportation policy; Dan Griswold on trade, peace and the Middle East; Ian Vasquez on drug war failures in Latin America; and Jason Lewis on what's wrong with a tax-and-spend state. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Samples) Mon, 01 Sep 2003 19:16:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-September-2003-Audiobook/B0037G6788 thebookvoice.com 00:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2003 Author: John Samples, Susan Chamberlain, Jerry Taylor, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features John Samples and Susan Chamberlin on what's ahead for the 108th Congress; Jerry Taylor on our nation's twisted energy policy; Peter VanDoren on innovations in transportation policy; Dan Griswold on trade, peace and the Middle East; Ian Vasquez on drug war failures in Latin America; and Jason Lewis on what's wrong with a tax-and-spend state. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2003 Author: John Samples, Susan Chamberlain, Jerry Taylor, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features John Samples and Susan Chamberlin on what's ahead for the 108th Congress; Jerry Taylor on our nation's twisted energy policy; Peter VanDoren on innovations in transportation policy; Dan Griswold on trade, peace and the Middle East; Ian Vasquez on drug war failures in Latin America; and Jason Lewis on what's wrong with a tax-and-spend state. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-August-2003-Audiobook/B0037G675Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2003 Author: Michael Tanner, Alan Reynolds, Jonathan Turley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Michael Tanner and Alan Reynolds on "reforming" Medicare; Jonathan Turley on government response to health epidemics; Reason magazine senior editor Jacob Sullum on the myths and realities of drug use; Colorado Gov. Bill Owens on Internet taxes; Federal Trade Commissioner Orson Swindle on canning e-mail spam; and Doug Bandow on demonizing the pharmaceutical industry. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Tanner) Fri, 01 Aug 2003 06:17:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-August-2003-Audiobook/B0037G675Q thebookvoice.com 01:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2003 Author: Michael Tanner, Alan Reynolds, Jonathan Turley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Michael Tanner and Alan Reynolds on "reforming" Medicare; Jonathan Turley on government response to health epidemics; Reason magazine senior editor Jacob Sullum on the myths and realities of drug use; Colorado Gov. Bill Owens on Internet taxes; Federal Trade Commissioner Orson Swindle on canning e-mail spam; and Doug Bandow on demonizing the pharmaceutical industry. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2003 Author: Michael Tanner, Alan Reynolds, Jonathan Turley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Michael Tanner and Alan Reynolds on "reforming" Medicare; Jonathan Turley on government response to health epidemics; Reason magazine senior editor Jacob Sullum on the myths and realities of drug use; Colorado Gov. Bill Owens on Internet taxes; Federal Trade Commissioner Orson Swindle on canning e-mail spam; and Doug Bandow on demonizing the pharmaceutical industry. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-May-2003-Audiobook/B0037G66X4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2003 Author: Charles Pena, Doug Bandow, Tyler Cowen, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Charles Pena and Doug Bandow on how the United States could exit from the Mideast; Tyler Cowen on globalization and cultural diversity; Randall Holcombe on our "undemocratic" constitution; Mike Tanner on the lessons of welfare reform; Steve Entin on President Bush's tax cut proposal; and Robert Levy on how states use courts to attack unpopular industries. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles Pena) Thu, 01 May 2003 20:35:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-May-2003-Audiobook/B0037G66X4 thebookvoice.com 00:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2003 Author: Charles Pena, Doug Bandow, Tyler Cowen, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Charles Pena and Doug Bandow on how the United States could exit from the Mideast; Tyler Cowen on globalization and cultural diversity; Randall Holcombe on our "undemocratic" constitution; Mike Tanner on the lessons of welfare reform; Steve Entin on President Bush's tax cut proposal; and Robert Levy on how states use courts to attack unpopular industries. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2003 Author: Charles Pena, Doug Bandow, Tyler Cowen, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Charles Pena and Doug Bandow on how the United States could exit from the Mideast; Tyler Cowen on globalization and cultural diversity; Randall Holcombe on our "undemocratic" constitution; Mike Tanner on the lessons of welfare reform; Steve Entin on President Bush's tax cut proposal; and Robert Levy on how states use courts to attack unpopular industries. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-January-2003-Audiobook/B0037G66NO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2003 Author: David Boaz, Susan Chamberlain, David Kopel, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and Susan Chamberlin previewing the 108th Congress; Ron Faucheux on lessons from Election 2002; Charles Rounds on the semantics of Social Security; David Kopel on the risks of undermining The Posse Comitatus Act; New Zealand Ambassador John Wood on free trade and agriculture; and William Saletan on "Framing the Debate". Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Boaz) Wed, 01 Jan 2003 19:17:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-January-2003-Audiobook/B0037G66NO thebookvoice.com 00:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2003 Author: David Boaz, Susan Chamberlain, David Kopel, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and Susan Chamberlin previewing the 108th Congress; Ron Faucheux on lessons from Election 2002; Charles Rounds on the semantics of Social Security; David Kopel on the risks of undermining The Posse Comitatus Act; New Zealand Ambassador John Wood on free trade and agriculture; and William Saletan on "Framing the Debate". Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2003 Author: David Boaz, Susan Chamberlain, David Kopel, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and Susan Chamberlin previewing the 108th Congress; Ron Faucheux on lessons from Election 2002; Charles Rounds on the semantics of Social Security; David Kopel on the risks of undermining The Posse Comitatus Act; New Zealand Ambassador John Wood on free trade and agriculture; and William Saletan on "Framing the Debate". Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-April-2004-Audiobook/B0037G4302 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2004 Author: Gene Healy, Rep. Bob Barr, Michael Tanner, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ted Galen Carpenter and analyst Subodh Atal on states that sponsor terrorism; Gene Healy on civilian policing and a free society; Former Representative Bob Barr on the dangers of military law enforcement; The Wall Street Journal's John Fund on the challenges facing American education; Nobel laureate James M. Buchanan on the impact of F.A. Hayek's economics and philosophy; and Michael Tanner on Cato's "6.2 Percent Solution" for Social Security. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gene Healy) Thu, 01 Apr 2004 18:59:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-April-2004-Audiobook/B0037G4302 thebookvoice.com 01:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2004 Author: Gene Healy, Rep. Bob Barr, Michael Tanner, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ted Galen Carpenter and analyst Subodh Atal on states that sponsor terrorism; Gene Healy on civilian policing and a free society; Former Representative Bob Barr on the dangers of military law enforcement; The Wall Street Journal's John Fund on the challenges facing American education; Nobel laureate James M. Buchanan on the impact of F.A. Hayek's economics and philosophy; and Michael Tanner on Cato's "6.2 Percent Solution" for Social Security. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2004 Author: Gene Healy, Rep. Bob Barr, Michael Tanner, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ted Galen Carpenter and analyst Subodh Atal on states that sponsor terrorism; Gene Healy on civilian policing and a free society; Former Representative Bob Barr on the dangers of military law enforcement; The Wall Street Journal's John Fund on the challenges facing American education; Nobel laureate James M. Buchanan on the impact of F.A. Hayek's economics and philosophy; and Michael Tanner on Cato's "6.2 Percent Solution" for Social Security. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-October-2003-Audiobook/B0037G42MQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2003 Author: Daniel Griswold, Johan Norberg, Charlotte Twight, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Dan Griswold and Johan Norberg on globalization and its critics; Charlotte Twight on the growth of federal power; Thomas Fleming on World War I and the illusion of victory; Fred Smith on Enron and the economic frontier; Christopher Preble on the dangers of an American empire; and David Boaz on libertarianism versus big government. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Daniel Griswold) Wed, 01 Oct 2003 03:43:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-October-2003-Audiobook/B0037G42MQ thebookvoice.com 01:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2003 Author: Daniel Griswold, Johan Norberg, Charlotte Twight, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Dan Griswold and Johan Norberg on globalization and its critics; Charlotte Twight on the growth of federal power; Thomas Fleming on World War I and the illusion of victory; Fred Smith on Enron and the economic frontier; Christopher Preble on the dangers of an American empire; and David Boaz on libertarianism versus big government. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2003 Author: Daniel Griswold, Johan Norberg, Charlotte Twight, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Dan Griswold and Johan Norberg on globalization and its critics; Charlotte Twight on the growth of federal power; Thomas Fleming on World War I and the illusion of victory; Fred Smith on Enron and the economic frontier; Christopher Preble on the dangers of an American empire; and David Boaz on libertarianism versus big government. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2002-Audiobook/B0037G41W2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2002 Author: David Boaz, Patrick Basham, John Samples, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-02 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and Patrick Basham on the midterm elections and state of the nation; John Samples on Election 2002; Andrew Biggs on Social Security choice; Ivan Eland on the case against attacking Iraq; Doug Bandow on the pitfalls of nation building; and Wendy Kaminer on defending liberty in America today. Want more CatoAudio? ©2002 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Boaz) Fri, 01 Nov 2002 15:36:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2002-Audiobook/B0037G41W2 thebookvoice.com 01:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2002 Author: David Boaz, Patrick Basham, John Samples, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-02 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and Patrick Basham on the midterm elections and state of the nation; John Samples on Election 2002; Andrew Biggs on Social Security choice; Ivan Eland on the case against attacking Iraq; Doug Bandow on the pitfalls of nation building; and Wendy Kaminer on defending liberty in America today. Want more CatoAudio? ©2002 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2002 Author: David Boaz, Patrick Basham, John Samples, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-02 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and Patrick Basham on the midterm elections and state of the nation; John Samples on Election 2002; Andrew Biggs on Social Security choice; Ivan Eland on the case against attacking Iraq; Doug Bandow on the pitfalls of nation building; and Wendy Kaminer on defending liberty in America today. Want more CatoAudio? ©2002 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-March-2004-Audiobook/B0037G015I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2004 Author: Dan Griswold, Tom Palmer, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Dan Griswold and Tom Palmer on immigration past and present; Chris Edwards on real budget reform; Jerry Taylor on the sense and nonsense of sustainable development; Competitive Enterprise Institute president Fred L. Smith Jr. on antitrust and the software industry; Author Diane Ravitch on the politics of school textbook adoption; and Cato Fellow Randy Barnett on his new book Restoring the Lost Constitution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dan Griswold) Mon, 01 Mar 2004 11:34:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-March-2004-Audiobook/B0037G015I thebookvoice.com 01:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2004 Author: Dan Griswold, Tom Palmer, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Dan Griswold and Tom Palmer on immigration past and present; Chris Edwards on real budget reform; Jerry Taylor on the sense and nonsense of sustainable development; Competitive Enterprise Institute president Fred L. Smith Jr. on antitrust and the software industry; Author Diane Ravitch on the politics of school textbook adoption; and Cato Fellow Randy Barnett on his new book Restoring the Lost Constitution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2004 Author: Dan Griswold, Tom Palmer, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Dan Griswold and Tom Palmer on immigration past and present; Chris Edwards on real budget reform; Jerry Taylor on the sense and nonsense of sustainable development; Competitive Enterprise Institute president Fred L. Smith Jr. on antitrust and the software industry; Author Diane Ravitch on the politics of school textbook adoption; and Cato Fellow Randy Barnett on his new book Restoring the Lost Constitution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00V8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2003 Author: Wayne Crews, Adam Thierer, Nat Hentoff, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Wayne Crews and Adam Thierer on regulation of the Internet and broadcast media; Nat Hentoff on erosion of civil liberties; William J. Bicknell, MD, on U.S. failure to prepare for smallpox bioterrorism; David Henderson on the sordid history of government sponsored racism; Patrick Basham on the future of liberty in the European Union; and Tom Palmer on the rise of Western liberty. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wayne Crews) Sat, 01 Nov 2003 22:53:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00V8 thebookvoice.com 01:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2003 Author: Wayne Crews, Adam Thierer, Nat Hentoff, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Wayne Crews and Adam Thierer on regulation of the Internet and broadcast media; Nat Hentoff on erosion of civil liberties; William J. Bicknell, MD, on U.S. failure to prepare for smallpox bioterrorism; David Henderson on the sordid history of government sponsored racism; Patrick Basham on the future of liberty in the European Union; and Tom Palmer on the rise of Western liberty. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2003 Author: Wayne Crews, Adam Thierer, Nat Hentoff, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Wayne Crews and Adam Thierer on regulation of the Internet and broadcast media; Nat Hentoff on erosion of civil liberties; William J. Bicknell, MD, on U.S. failure to prepare for smallpox bioterrorism; David Henderson on the sordid history of government sponsored racism; Patrick Basham on the future of liberty in the European Union; and Tom Palmer on the rise of Western liberty. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-April-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00FY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2003 Author: Ted Galen Carpenter, Christopher Preble, Bill Emmott, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ted Galen Carpenter and Chris Preble on America's role in NATO and the United Nations; Bill Emmott, editor in chief of The Economist, on the global role of the United States in the 21st century; Cato senior fellow Doug Bandow on U.S. military presence in South Korea; Cato education analyst Marie Gryphon on reforming the nation's special education fiasco; Attorney Erik S. Jaffe on race-based preferences in college admissions; and Kenneth W. Starr on the changing role of the Supreme Court. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ted Galen Carpenter) Tue, 01 Apr 2003 07:58:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-April-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00FY thebookvoice.com 01:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2003 Author: Ted Galen Carpenter, Christopher Preble, Bill Emmott, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ted Galen Carpenter and Chris Preble on America's role in NATO and the United Nations; Bill Emmott, editor in chief of The Economist, on the global role of the United States in the 21st century; Cato senior fellow Doug Bandow on U.S. military presence in South Korea; Cato education analyst Marie Gryphon on reforming the nation's special education fiasco; Attorney Erik S. Jaffe on race-based preferences in college admissions; and Kenneth W. Starr on the changing role of the Supreme Court. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, April 2003 Author: Ted Galen Carpenter, Christopher Preble, Bill Emmott, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ted Galen Carpenter and Chris Preble on America's role in NATO and the United Nations; Bill Emmott, editor in chief of The Economist, on the global role of the United States in the 21st century; Cato senior fellow Doug Bandow on U.S. military presence in South Korea; Cato education analyst Marie Gryphon on reforming the nation's special education fiasco; Attorney Erik S. Jaffe on race-based preferences in college admissions; and Kenneth W. Starr on the changing role of the Supreme Court. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-March-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00DG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2003 Author: Ed Crane, Catherine Crier, Roger Pilon, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ed Crane on the State of the Union address; Catherine Crier on reforming the legal system; Roger Pilon on the Constitution and property rights; Tom Miller on Medicare; David Fleming on secession and city government; and Ted Galen Carpenter on dealing with North Korea. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ed Crane) Sat, 01 Mar 2003 15:45:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-March-2003-Audiobook/B0037G00DG thebookvoice.com 01:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2003 Author: Ed Crane, Catherine Crier, Roger Pilon, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ed Crane on the State of the Union address; Catherine Crier on reforming the legal system; Roger Pilon on the Constitution and property rights; Tom Miller on Medicare; David Fleming on secession and city government; and Ted Galen Carpenter on dealing with North Korea. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2003 Author: Ed Crane, Catherine Crier, Roger Pilon, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-03 Publisher: The Cato Institute Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ed Crane on the State of the Union address; Catherine Crier on reforming the legal system; Roger Pilon on the Constitution and property rights; Tom Miller on Medicare; David Fleming on secession and city government; and Ted Galen Carpenter on dealing with North Korea. Want more CatoAudio? ©2003 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-December-2004-Audiobook/B002VCL86K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, December 2004 Author: David Boaz, John Samples, Steven Pearlstein, Ted Galen Carpenter, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This issue of CatoAudio features David Boaz and John Samples on the results of the 2004 election; Steven Pearlstein on the difference between American and European capitalism; Ted Galen Carpenter on the merits of a restrained foreign policy; Bob Barr on the misguided crusade for a national ID card; Greg Mankiw, chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisers, on the rebounding economy; and Dan Griswold on the relationship between liberty and religious faith. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Boaz) Wed, 01 Dec 2004 21:44:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-December-2004-Audiobook/B002VCL86K thebookvoice.com 01:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, December 2004 Author: David Boaz, John Samples, Steven Pearlstein, Ted Galen Carpenter, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This issue of CatoAudio features David Boaz and John Samples on the results of the 2004 election; Steven Pearlstein on the difference between American and European capitalism; Ted Galen Carpenter on the merits of a restrained foreign policy; Bob Barr on the misguided crusade for a national ID card; Greg Mankiw, chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisers, on the rebounding economy; and Dan Griswold on the relationship between liberty and religious faith. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, December 2004 Author: David Boaz, John Samples, Steven Pearlstein, Ted Galen Carpenter, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This issue of CatoAudio features David Boaz and John Samples on the results of the 2004 election; Steven Pearlstein on the difference between American and European capitalism; Ted Galen Carpenter on the merits of a restrained foreign policy; Bob Barr on the misguided crusade for a national ID card; Greg Mankiw, chairman of the President's Council of Economic Advisers, on the rebounding economy; and Dan Griswold on the relationship between liberty and religious faith. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2005-Audiobook/B002VCBD4W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2005 Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Christopher Preble and Dan Griswold on how U.S. farm policy hurts both the economy and liberty; Jay Greene on the myth that more money could save public education; Randy Barnett on the modern history of federalism; Ron Bailey on why genetically enhanced humans are no threat to political equality; Chris Edwards on the high cost of funds for federal pork spending ACLU president; and Nadine Strossen on the Constitution's ability to protect both religion and government from majoritarian whims. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Sarah Nelson) Tue, 01 Nov 2005 01:40:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-November-2005-Audiobook/B002VCBD4W thebookvoice.com 01:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2005 Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Christopher Preble and Dan Griswold on how U.S. farm policy hurts both the economy and liberty; Jay Greene on the myth that more money could save public education; Randy Barnett on the modern history of federalism; Ron Bailey on why genetically enhanced humans are no threat to political equality; Chris Edwards on the high cost of funds for federal pork spending ACLU president; and Nadine Strossen on the Constitution's ability to protect both religion and government from majoritarian whims. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, November 2005 Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Christopher Preble and Dan Griswold on how U.S. farm policy hurts both the economy and liberty; Jay Greene on the myth that more money could save public education; Randy Barnett on the modern history of federalism; Ron Bailey on why genetically enhanced humans are no threat to political equality; Chris Edwards on the high cost of funds for federal pork spending ACLU president; and Nadine Strossen on the Constitution's ability to protect both religion and government from majoritarian whims. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-June-2005-Audiobook/B002VCB5L8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, June 2005 Author: Mark Moller, Ilya Somin, Ed Crane, Jonathan Turley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Moller and Ilya Somin on private property and the Constitution; Ed Crane on America's libertarian Constitution; Jonathan Turley on the dangers of mixing religion and politics; Rep. Ed Royce (R-CA) on America's economy, the envy of the world; Jerry Taylor on the fallacious economics of "energy independence"; and David Schoenbrod on how the EPA damages the environment and the Constitution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Moller) Wed, 01 Jun 2005 10:60:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-June-2005-Audiobook/B002VCB5L8 thebookvoice.com 01:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, June 2005 Author: Mark Moller, Ilya Somin, Ed Crane, Jonathan Turley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Moller and Ilya Somin on private property and the Constitution; Ed Crane on America's libertarian Constitution; Jonathan Turley on the dangers of mixing religion and politics; Rep. Ed Royce (R-CA) on America's economy, the envy of the world; Jerry Taylor on the fallacious economics of "energy independence"; and David Schoenbrod on how the EPA damages the environment and the Constitution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, June 2005 Author: Mark Moller, Ilya Somin, Ed Crane, Jonathan Turley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Moller and Ilya Somin on private property and the Constitution; Ed Crane on America's libertarian Constitution; Jonathan Turley on the dangers of mixing religion and politics; Rep. Ed Royce (R-CA) on America's economy, the envy of the world; Jerry Taylor on the fallacious economics of "energy independence"; and David Schoenbrod on how the EPA damages the environment and the Constitution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-July-2005-Audiobook/B002VCB57C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2005 Author: Jerry Taylor, Peter Van Doren, Margaret Dayton, David John, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Jerry Taylor and Peter Van Doren on what, if anything, Congress should do about high gas prices; Utah legislator Margaret Dayton on opting out of the No Child Left Behind Act; David John on reforming Social Security for the next generation; George Ayittey on how foreign aid undermines Africa's indigenous economy; Vietnam veteran Andrew Bacevich on the dangers of American militarism; and David Boaz on the relentless, but not inevitable, growth of government. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jerry Taylor) Fri, 01 Jul 2005 06:00:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-July-2005-Audiobook/B002VCB57C thebookvoice.com 01:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2005 Author: Jerry Taylor, Peter Van Doren, Margaret Dayton, David John, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Jerry Taylor and Peter Van Doren on what, if anything, Congress should do about high gas prices; Utah legislator Margaret Dayton on opting out of the No Child Left Behind Act; David John on reforming Social Security for the next generation; George Ayittey on how foreign aid undermines Africa's indigenous economy; Vietnam veteran Andrew Bacevich on the dangers of American militarism; and David Boaz on the relentless, but not inevitable, growth of government. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2005 Author: Jerry Taylor, Peter Van Doren, Margaret Dayton, David John, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Jerry Taylor and Peter Van Doren on what, if anything, Congress should do about high gas prices; Utah legislator Margaret Dayton on opting out of the No Child Left Behind Act; David John on reforming Social Security for the next generation; George Ayittey on how foreign aid undermines Africa's indigenous economy; Vietnam veteran Andrew Bacevich on the dangers of American militarism; and David Boaz on the relentless, but not inevitable, growth of government. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-October-2004-Audiobook/B002VCACXA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2004 Author: David Boaz, John Samples, Marie Gryphon, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This October 2004 edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and John Samples on the 2004 election; Marie Gryphon on the high costs of the affirmative action myth; Chris Edwards on Bush and Kerry's budget priorities; Erik Luna on the injustices of the federal sentencing guidelines; Bob Levy on reconciling tort reform and federalism; and Tom Palmer on the deep roots of liberty in Western civilization. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Boaz) Fri, 01 Oct 2004 18:08:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-October-2004-Audiobook/B002VCACXA thebookvoice.com 01:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2004 Author: David Boaz, John Samples, Marie Gryphon, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This October 2004 edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and John Samples on the 2004 election; Marie Gryphon on the high costs of the affirmative action myth; Chris Edwards on Bush and Kerry's budget priorities; Erik Luna on the injustices of the federal sentencing guidelines; Bob Levy on reconciling tort reform and federalism; and Tom Palmer on the deep roots of liberty in Western civilization. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2004 Author: David Boaz, John Samples, Marie Gryphon, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This October 2004 edition of CatoAudio features David Boaz and John Samples on the 2004 election; Marie Gryphon on the high costs of the affirmative action myth; Chris Edwards on Bush and Kerry's budget priorities; Erik Luna on the injustices of the federal sentencing guidelines; Bob Levy on reconciling tort reform and federalism; and Tom Palmer on the deep roots of liberty in Western civilization. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-March-2005-Audiobook/B002VC2FZ8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2005 Author: Stephen Slivinski, Chris Edwards, Ed Crane, Scott Rasmussen, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio includes Stephen Slivinski and Chris Edwards on the need for spending cuts and fundamental tax reform; Ed Crane on the moral imperative for Social Security reform; Pollster Scott Rasmussen on bridging the generation gap over personal accounts; Stanley Weiss on trimming the fat at the Pentagon; National Interest editor John O'Sullivan on the EU's crisis of legitimacy; and this month's featured selection, Fox News judicial analyst Andrew Napolitano on the government's stealth campaign to undermine the Bill of Rights. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Stephen Slivinski) Tue, 01 Mar 2005 17:20:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-March-2005-Audiobook/B002VC2FZ8 thebookvoice.com 01:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2005 Author: Stephen Slivinski, Chris Edwards, Ed Crane, Scott Rasmussen, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio includes Stephen Slivinski and Chris Edwards on the need for spending cuts and fundamental tax reform; Ed Crane on the moral imperative for Social Security reform; Pollster Scott Rasmussen on bridging the generation gap over personal accounts; Stanley Weiss on trimming the fat at the Pentagon; National Interest editor John O'Sullivan on the EU's crisis of legitimacy; and this month's featured selection, Fox News judicial analyst Andrew Napolitano on the government's stealth campaign to undermine the Bill of Rights. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, March 2005 Author: Stephen Slivinski, Chris Edwards, Ed Crane, Scott Rasmussen, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio includes Stephen Slivinski and Chris Edwards on the need for spending cuts and fundamental tax reform; Ed Crane on the moral imperative for Social Security reform; Pollster Scott Rasmussen on bridging the generation gap over personal accounts; Stanley Weiss on trimming the fat at the Pentagon; National Interest editor John O'Sullivan on the EU's crisis of legitimacy; and this month's featured selection, Fox News judicial analyst Andrew Napolitano on the government's stealth campaign to undermine the Bill of Rights. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Members Reviews: Informative and easy to listen too. The interviews and speeches are informative. It s also factual and the explanations of the issues are easy to follow. The opinions are generally down the middle politically. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-October-2005-Audiobook/B002VBF6N2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2005 Author: Deroy Murdock, Stephen Slivinski, Dan Griswold, Michael Cannon, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Deroy Murdock and Stephen Slivinski on government failure at all levels during Hurricane Katrina; Dan Griswold on the danger U.S. immigration policy poses to both immigrants and citizens; Michael Cannon on using the welfare reform model to fix Medicaid; Erik Gartzke on why economic freedom breeds peace; Dr. Richard Payne on how poor patients suffer in the war on prescription pain relievers; and Roger Pilon on the moral foundation of constitutional rights and powers. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Deroy Murdock) Thu, 01 Sep 2005 09:35:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-October-2005-Audiobook/B002VBF6N2 thebookvoice.com 01:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2005 Author: Deroy Murdock, Stephen Slivinski, Dan Griswold, Michael Cannon, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Deroy Murdock and Stephen Slivinski on government failure at all levels during Hurricane Katrina; Dan Griswold on the danger U.S. immigration policy poses to both immigrants and citizens; Michael Cannon on using the welfare reform model to fix Medicaid; Erik Gartzke on why economic freedom breeds peace; Dr. Richard Payne on how poor patients suffer in the war on prescription pain relievers; and Roger Pilon on the moral foundation of constitutional rights and powers. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, October 2005 Author: Deroy Murdock, Stephen Slivinski, Dan Griswold, Michael Cannon, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Deroy Murdock and Stephen Slivinski on government failure at all levels during Hurricane Katrina; Dan Griswold on the danger U.S. immigration policy poses to both immigrants and citizens; Michael Cannon on using the welfare reform model to fix Medicaid; Erik Gartzke on why economic freedom breeds peace; Dr. Richard Payne on how poor patients suffer in the war on prescription pain relievers; and Roger Pilon on the moral foundation of constitutional rights and powers. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-September-2005-Audiobook/B002VBBKLY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2005 Author: Mark Moller, Susan Chamberlin, Bob Barr, Peter Van Doren, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Moller and Susan Chamberlin on the future of federalism at the Supreme Court; Bob Barr on why the Patriot Act is unnecessary to fight terrorism; Peter Van Doren on how health insurance impacts our medical choices; South African entrepreneur Moeletsi Mbeki on Africa's wealth drain; Andrew Coulson on answering opponents of school choice with success stories from other countries; and Jeffrey Rogers Hummel on the deep roots of support for the American Revolution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Moller) Thu, 01 Sep 2005 14:01:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-September-2005-Audiobook/B002VBBKLY thebookvoice.com 01:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2005 Author: Mark Moller, Susan Chamberlin, Bob Barr, Peter Van Doren, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Moller and Susan Chamberlin on the future of federalism at the Supreme Court; Bob Barr on why the Patriot Act is unnecessary to fight terrorism; Peter Van Doren on how health insurance impacts our medical choices; South African entrepreneur Moeletsi Mbeki on Africa's wealth drain; Andrew Coulson on answering opponents of school choice with success stories from other countries; and Jeffrey Rogers Hummel on the deep roots of support for the American Revolution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2005 Author: Mark Moller, Susan Chamberlin, Bob Barr, Peter Van Doren, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Moller and Susan Chamberlin on the future of federalism at the Supreme Court; Bob Barr on why the Patriot Act is unnecessary to fight terrorism; Peter Van Doren on how health insurance impacts our medical choices; South African entrepreneur Moeletsi Mbeki on Africa's wealth drain; Andrew Coulson on answering opponents of school choice with success stories from other countries; and Jeffrey Rogers Hummel on the deep roots of support for the American Revolution. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-August-2004-Audiobook/B002VB63QG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2004 Author: Ian Vasquez, James Gwartney, David Price, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ian Vasquez and James Gwartney on the state of global economic liberty; the Washington Legal Foundation's David Price on the FDA's cruel treatment of the terminally ill; Adam Thierer on the relentless expansion of choice and diversity in today's media marketplace; P.J. O'Rourke on the follies of nation building; David Boaz on heroes of liberty great and small; and the University of Newcastle's James Tooley on the surprising lessons of private education in the world's poorest slums. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ian Vasquez) Sun, 01 Aug 2004 22:23:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-August-2004-Audiobook/B002VB63QG thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2004 Author: Ian Vasquez, James Gwartney, David Price, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ian Vasquez and James Gwartney on the state of global economic liberty; the Washington Legal Foundation's David Price on the FDA's cruel treatment of the terminally ill; Adam Thierer on the relentless expansion of choice and diversity in today's media marketplace; P.J. O'Rourke on the follies of nation building; David Boaz on heroes of liberty great and small; and the University of Newcastle's James Tooley on the surprising lessons of private education in the world's poorest slums. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, August 2004 Author: Ian Vasquez, James Gwartney, David Price, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ian Vasquez and James Gwartney on the state of global economic liberty; the Washington Legal Foundation's David Price on the FDA's cruel treatment of the terminally ill; Adam Thierer on the relentless expansion of choice and diversity in today's media marketplace; P.J. O'Rourke on the follies of nation building; David Boaz on heroes of liberty great and small; and the University of Newcastle's James Tooley on the surprising lessons of private education in the world's poorest slums. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-September-2004-Audiobook/B002VB6078 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2004 Author: Robert McDonald, Charles Pe&, Timothy Lynch, Jack Valenti, Ted Galen Carpenter, Marcus Cole, René Le& Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This September 2004 edition of CatoAudio features West Point historian Robert McDonald on the long struggle for equal rights in America; Charles Peña and Timothy Lynch on the 9/11 attacks, three years later; Jack Valenti on the moral significance of intellectual property; Ted Galen Carpenter on the looming danger of war with China over Taiwan; Stanford's Marcus Cole on successful schools and charities that were crowded out by the welfare state; and Salvadoran ambassador René Leôn on how free trade will strengthen liberty and democracy in Central America. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert McDonald) Wed, 01 Sep 2004 21:56:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-September-2004-Audiobook/B002VB6078 thebookvoice.com 01:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2004 Author: Robert McDonald, Charles Pe&, Timothy Lynch, Jack Valenti, Ted Galen Carpenter, Marcus Cole, René Le& Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This September 2004 edition of CatoAudio features West Point historian Robert McDonald on the long struggle for equal rights in America; Charles Peña and Timothy Lynch on the 9/11 attacks, three years later; Jack Valenti on the moral significance of intellectual property; Ted Galen Carpenter on the looming danger of war with China over Taiwan; Stanford's Marcus Cole on successful schools and charities that were crowded out by the welfare state; and Salvadoran ambassador René Leôn on how free trade will strengthen liberty and democracy in Central America. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, September 2004 Author: Robert McDonald, Charles Pe&, Timothy Lynch, Jack Valenti, Ted Galen Carpenter, Marcus Cole, René Le& Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This September 2004 edition of CatoAudio features West Point historian Robert McDonald on the long struggle for equal rights in America; Charles Peña and Timothy Lynch on the 9/11 attacks, three years later; Jack Valenti on the moral significance of intellectual property; Ted Galen Carpenter on the looming danger of war with China over Taiwan; Stanford's Marcus Cole on successful schools and charities that were crowded out by the welfare state; and Salvadoran ambassador René Leôn on how free trade will strengthen liberty and democracy in Central America. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-May-2005-Audiobook/B002VARBCW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2005 Author: Marie Gryphon, Roger Pilon, John Yoo, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Marie Gryphon and Roger Pilon on the affirmative action myth; John Yoo on congressional hypocrisy in the Schiavo controversy; Chris Edwards on the mixed record of the Republican Congress; Chuck Pena on the folly of expanding the army; Dan Griswold on the sweet opportunity for free trade with Central America; and Alvaro Vargas Llosa on reversing five centuries of oppression in Latin America. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Marie Gryphon) Sun, 01 May 2005 06:02:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-May-2005-Audiobook/B002VARBCW thebookvoice.com 01:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2005 Author: Marie Gryphon, Roger Pilon, John Yoo, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Marie Gryphon and Roger Pilon on the affirmative action myth; John Yoo on congressional hypocrisy in the Schiavo controversy; Chris Edwards on the mixed record of the Republican Congress; Chuck Pena on the folly of expanding the army; Dan Griswold on the sweet opportunity for free trade with Central America; and Alvaro Vargas Llosa on reversing five centuries of oppression in Latin America. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, May 2005 Author: Marie Gryphon, Roger Pilon, John Yoo, Chris Edwards, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Marie Gryphon and Roger Pilon on the affirmative action myth; John Yoo on congressional hypocrisy in the Schiavo controversy; Chris Edwards on the mixed record of the Republican Congress; Chuck Pena on the folly of expanding the army; Dan Griswold on the sweet opportunity for free trade with Central America; and Alvaro Vargas Llosa on reversing five centuries of oppression in Latin America. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-February-2005-Audiobook/B002VAQIRQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2005 Author: Susan Chamberlin, Gene Healy, Sebastian Mallaby, Cal Dooley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Susan Chamberlin on the politics of Social Security reform; Gene Healy on the criminalization of almost everything; The Washington Post's Sebastian Mallaby on the World Bank and policy prescriptions for economic development; Congressman Cal Dooley on the merits of free trade and the looming political obstacles; Christopher Hitchens on New York City's draconian smoking ban; and Ted Carpenter and Doug Bandow on America's security strategy for the Korean peninsula. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Susan Chamberlin) Tue, 01 Feb 2005 04:36:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-February-2005-Audiobook/B002VAQIRQ thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2005 Author: Susan Chamberlin, Gene Healy, Sebastian Mallaby, Cal Dooley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Susan Chamberlin on the politics of Social Security reform; Gene Healy on the criminalization of almost everything; The Washington Post's Sebastian Mallaby on the World Bank and policy prescriptions for economic development; Congressman Cal Dooley on the merits of free trade and the looming political obstacles; Christopher Hitchens on New York City's draconian smoking ban; and Ted Carpenter and Doug Bandow on America's security strategy for the Korean peninsula. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, February 2005 Author: Susan Chamberlin, Gene Healy, Sebastian Mallaby, Cal Dooley, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 02-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Susan Chamberlin on the politics of Social Security reform; Gene Healy on the criminalization of almost everything; The Washington Post's Sebastian Mallaby on the World Bank and policy prescriptions for economic development; Congressman Cal Dooley on the merits of free trade and the looming political obstacles; Christopher Hitchens on New York City's draconian smoking ban; and Ted Carpenter and Doug Bandow on America's security strategy for the Korean peninsula. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-January-2005-Audiobook/B002VB41JW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2005 Author: Pat Michaels, Jennifer Zeigler, more, Michael Tanner, Scott Wallsten Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Michael Tanner on Cato's plan for Social Security reform; Scott Wallsten on Major League Baseball's raw deal for D.C. taxpayers; Pat Michaels on media exaggeration about global warming; Jennifer Zeigler on the components of effective welfare programs; columnist Deroy Murdock on simple lessons in persuasion; and The Economist's Robert Guest on the corruption that cripples Africa. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pat Michaels) Sat, 01 Jan 2005 05:58:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-January-2005-Audiobook/B002VB41JW thebookvoice.com 01:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2005 Author: Pat Michaels, Jennifer Zeigler, more, Michael Tanner, Scott Wallsten Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Michael Tanner on Cato's plan for Social Security reform; Scott Wallsten on Major League Baseball's raw deal for D.C. taxpayers; Pat Michaels on media exaggeration about global warming; Jennifer Zeigler on the components of effective welfare programs; columnist Deroy Murdock on simple lessons in persuasion; and The Economist's Robert Guest on the corruption that cripples Africa. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, January 2005 Author: Pat Michaels, Jennifer Zeigler, more, Michael Tanner, Scott Wallsten Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 01-01-05 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Michael Tanner on Cato's plan for Social Security reform; Scott Wallsten on Major League Baseball's raw deal for D.C. taxpayers; Pat Michaels on media exaggeration about global warming; Jennifer Zeigler on the components of effective welfare programs; columnist Deroy Murdock on simple lessons in persuasion; and The Economist's Robert Guest on the corruption that cripples Africa. Want more CatoAudio? ©2005 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-July-2004-Audiobook/B002VB0D8A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2004 Author: Education Secretary Rod Paige, Todd Zywicki, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ed Crane and Doug Bandow on Ronald Reagan's legacy; Todd Zywicki of the Federal Trade Commission on marketing food to children; Education Secretary Rod Paige on the sorry state of America's public schools; author John McWorter on the declining ideology of black victimhood; former New Zealand finance minister Ruth Richardson on promotion of economic freedom; Democratic Leadership Council president Bruce Reed on Oliver North's "covert" Head Start program; and Christopher Preble on exiting Iraq. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Education Secretary Rod Paige) Thu, 01 Jul 2004 19:45:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/CatoAudio-July-2004-Audiobook/B002VB0D8A thebookvoice.com 01:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2004 Author: Education Secretary Rod Paige, Todd Zywicki, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ed Crane and Doug Bandow on Ronald Reagan's legacy; Todd Zywicki of the Federal Trade Commission on marketing food to children; Education Secretary Rod Paige on the sorry state of America's public schools; author John McWorter on the declining ideology of black victimhood; former New Zealand finance minister Ruth Richardson on promotion of economic freedom; Democratic Leadership Council president Bruce Reed on Oliver North's "covert" Head Start program; and Christopher Preble on exiting Iraq. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: CatoAudio, July 2004 Author: Education Secretary Rod Paige, Todd Zywicki, more Narrator: Bill McGregor Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-04 Publisher: The Cato Institute Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This edition of CatoAudio features Ed Crane and Doug Bandow on Ronald Reagan's legacy; Todd Zywicki of the Federal Trade Commission on marketing food to children; Education Secretary Rod Paige on the sorry state of America's public schools; author John McWorter on the declining ideology of black victimhood; former New Zealand finance minister Ruth Richardson on promotion of economic freedom; Democratic Leadership Council president Bruce Reed on Oliver North's "covert" Head Start program; and Christopher Preble on exiting Iraq. Want more CatoAudio? ©2004 Cato Institute https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Whose-Vote-Counts-Audiobook/B002V5BQEG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whose Vote Counts? Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producers: Rebecca Perl, Michael Montgomery, and Jamison York Editors: Deborah George and Dan Noyes Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Craig Thorson Production Assistance: Sarah Lancaster, Phoebe Larsen, Sarah Fazio, Inna Ponomarenko, Jason Dearen, and Michael Chandler Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Director: Burt Glass 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 12:15:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Whose-Vote-Counts-Audiobook/B002V5BQEG thebookvoice.com 00:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whose Vote Counts? Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producers: Rebecca Perl, Michael Montgomery, and Jamison York Editors: Deborah George and Dan Noyes Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Craig Thorson Production Assistance: Sarah Lancaster, Phoebe Larsen, Sarah Fazio, Inna Ponomarenko, Jason Dearen, and Michael Chandler Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Director: Burt Glass Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whose Vote Counts? Author: American RadioWorks Narrator: uncredited Format: Original Recording Length: 52 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-04 Publisher: American Public Media Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Producers: Rebecca Perl, Michael Montgomery, and Jamison York Editors: Deborah George and Dan Noyes Coordinating Producer: Sasha Aslanian Project Coordinator: Misha Quill Mixing: Craig Thorson Production Assistance: Sarah Lancaster, Phoebe Larsen, Sarah Fazio, Inna Ponomarenko, Jason Dearen, and Michael Chandler Managing Editor: Stephen Smith Executive Director: Burt Glass Executive Producer: Bill Buzenberg American RadioWorks is the national documentary unit of American Public Media. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Church-History-in-Plain-Language-Audiobook/B00GTWYXTW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Church History in Plain Language Subtitle: Fourth Edition Author: Bruce L. Shelley Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 657 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: With more than 315,000 print copies sold, this is the story of the church for today's listeners. Dr. Bruce Shelley makes church history come alive in this classic audiobook that has become not only the first choice of many laypeople and church leaders but the standard text in many college classrooms. What separates Dr. Shelley's work from others is its clarity of language and organization. It treats history as the story of people, and the result is that history reads like a story, almost as dramatic and moving as a novel. Yet there is no fiction here. Dr. Shelley was a respected scholar whose work was painstakingly researched and carefully crafted for historical accuracy. The fourth edition of Shelley's classic one-volume history of the church brings the story of Christianity into the 21st century. This latest edition, now an audiobook and revised by R.L. Hatchett, contains information concerning Gnosticism and its ongoing relevance, the theology of the early church and Reformation, and most extensively, the rapid global extension and transformation of Christianity since 1900. Unless otherwise specified, all Scripture quotations are from the Revised Standard Version of the Bible. © 1946, 1952, 1971, 1973 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA. Used by permission. Scripture quotations marked NRSV are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible. © 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations marked NIV are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV. © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. www.zondervan.com. The NIV and New International Version are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.™ bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bruce L. Shelley) Tue, 03 Dec 2013 23:59:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Church-History-in-Plain-Language-Audiobook/B00GTWYXTW thebookvoice.com 21:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Church History in Plain Language Subtitle: Fourth Edition Author: Bruce L. Shelley Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 657 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: With more than 315,000 print copies sold, this is the story of the church for today's listeners. Dr. Bruce Shelley makes church history come alive in this classic audiobook that has become not only the first choice of many laypeople and church leaders but the standard text in many college classrooms. What separates Dr. Shelley's work from others is its clarity of language and organization. It treats history as the story of people, and the result is that history reads like a story, almost as dramatic and moving as a novel. Yet there is no fiction here. Dr. Shelley was a respected scholar whose work was painstakingly researched and carefully crafted for historical accuracy. The fourth edition of Shelley's classic one-volume history of the church brings the story of Christianity into the 21st century. This latest edition, now an audiobook and revised by R.L. Hatchett, contains information concerning Gnosticism and its ongoing relevance, the theology of the early church and Reformation, and most extensively, the rapid global extension and transformation of Christianity since 1900. Unless otherwise specified, all Scripture quotations are from the Revised Standard Version of the Bible. © 1946, 1952, 1971, 1973 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA. Used by permission. Scripture quotations marked NRSV are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible. © 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations marked NIV are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV. © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. www.zondervan.com. The NIV and New International Version are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.™ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Church History in Plain Language Subtitle: Fourth Edition Author: Bruce L. Shelley Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 657 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: With more than 315,000 print copies sold, this is the story of the church for today's listeners. Dr. Bruce Shelley makes church history come alive in this classic audiobook that has become not only the first choice of many laypeople and church leaders but the standard text in many college classrooms. What separates Dr. Shelley's work from others is its clarity of language and organization. It treats history as the story of people, and the result is that history reads like a story, almost as dramatic and moving as a novel. Yet there is no fiction here. Dr. Shelley was a respected scholar whose work was painstakingly researched and carefully crafted for historical accuracy. The fourth edition of Shelley's classic one-volume history of the church brings the story of Christianity into the 21st century. This latest edition, now an audiobook and revised by R.L. Hatchett, contains information concerning Gnosticism and its ongoing relevance, the theology of the early church and Reformation, and most extensively, the rapid global extension and transformation of Christianity since 1900. Unless otherwise specified, all Scripture quotations are from the Revised Standard Version of the Bible. © 1946, 1952, 1971, 1973 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA. Used by permission. Scripture quotations marked NRSV are from the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible. © 1989 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations marked NIV are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV. © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. www.zondervan.com. The NIV and New International Version are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Biblica, Inc.™ Members Reviews: In depth and fascinating Full disclosure - I am an active Christian. I have always wondered how we got to "now" with fractured denominations, the decline of Christianity in the West, the relationship of the Catholic Church to Christianity in general, and more. This book covered all of these topics and more. It was a great overview of Christianity from Christ to the present, covering details from the vantage point of how Christ has worked in the world over the past 2000 years. Non-Christians will still find the information interesting and historical, but the book is definitely written from the standpoint of a believer. Catholics will find it equally interesting, although they may find aspects of their beliefs challenged at times (for instance, the infallibility of the Pope), although never in a rude or crass manner. Overall, this was exactly what I was looking for - an historical account of the church and how we got to today. It was a long audio book, but I found it worth the time. EXCELLENT RESOURCE - GOOD, SIMPLE, CLEAR OVERVIEW This audio book goes for over 20 hours. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mecca-The-History-of-Islams-Holiest-City-Audiobook/B00ZACGEHG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mecca: The History of Islam's Holiest City Author: Charles River Editors, Jesse Harasta Narrator: Doron Alon Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "There is no doubt in the sanctity of Mecca, but a donkey won't become a Hajj pilgrim by just going through the motions." (Rahman Baba) The reason for the existence of most of the world's cities is obvious to the student of geography. New York and Shanghai control deep ports and straddle great rivers, bringing trade from the interior; Paris and London are at the crossing points of major cross-country rivers; Johannesburg sits atop a great mountain of gold ore; and Moscow and Madrid are at the heart of their great nations, easily able to control even the more distant corners of the land. Mecca, however, is different, as the city exists solely because it is holy. Even centuries before the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the leaders of Mecca established that their city was the pre-eminent holy site in western Arabia and established a truce for pilgrims to the city. One effect of this was that Mecca became a center for what might today be described as tourism, as even ancient visitors needed places for food, water, and sleep. At the same time, they could make offerings in the temples and leave with mementos of their time in Mecca. Many also found it convenient to bring their trade goods to the markets of Mecca, where they could find visitors bringing interesting wares from across the region, and the city also enjoyed the status of a trade center. Of course, Mecca is now best known for being Islam's holiest city, revered as the birthplace of Muhammad and the site where Allah first revealed the Qu'ran to him. Within Mecca is the Ka'aba, a building housed within the Al-Masjid al-Haram (Great Mosque) that is considered the holiest site. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims face in the direction of the Ka'aba while praying. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Wed, 10 Jun 2015 02:30:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mecca-The-History-of-Islams-Holiest-City-Audiobook/B00ZACGEHG thebookvoice.com 01:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mecca: The History of Islam's Holiest City Author: Charles River Editors, Jesse Harasta Narrator: Doron Alon Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "There is no doubt in the sanctity of Mecca, but a donkey won't become a Hajj pilgrim by just going through the motions." (Rahman Baba) The reason for the existence of most of the world's cities is obvious to the student of geography. New York and Shanghai control deep ports and straddle great rivers, bringing trade from the interior; Paris and London are at the crossing points of major cross-country rivers; Johannesburg sits atop a great mountain of gold ore; and Moscow and Madrid are at the heart of their great nations, easily able to control even the more distant corners of the land. Mecca, however, is different, as the city exists solely because it is holy. Even centuries before the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the leaders of Mecca established that their city was the pre-eminent holy site in western Arabia and established a truce for pilgrims to the city. One effect of this was that Mecca became a center for what might today be described as tourism, as even ancient visitors needed places for food, water, and sleep. At the same time, they could make offerings in the temples and leave with mementos of their time in Mecca. Many also found it convenient to bring their trade goods to the markets of Mecca, where they could find visitors bringing interesting wares from across the region, and the city also enjoyed the status of a trade center. Of course, Mecca is now best known for being Islam's holiest city, revered as the birthplace of Muhammad and the site where Allah first revealed the Qu'ran to him. Within Mecca is the Ka'aba, a building housed within the Al-Masjid al-Haram (Great Mosque) that is considered the holiest site. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims face in the direction of the Ka'aba while praying. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mecca: The History of Islam's Holiest City Author: Charles River Editors, Jesse Harasta Narrator: Doron Alon Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "There is no doubt in the sanctity of Mecca, but a donkey won't become a Hajj pilgrim by just going through the motions." (Rahman Baba) The reason for the existence of most of the world's cities is obvious to the student of geography. New York and Shanghai control deep ports and straddle great rivers, bringing trade from the interior; Paris and London are at the crossing points of major cross-country rivers; Johannesburg sits atop a great mountain of gold ore; and Moscow and Madrid are at the heart of their great nations, easily able to control even the more distant corners of the land. Mecca, however, is different, as the city exists solely because it is holy. Even centuries before the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the leaders of Mecca established that their city was the pre-eminent holy site in western Arabia and established a truce for pilgrims to the city. One effect of this was that Mecca became a center for what might today be described as tourism, as even ancient visitors needed places for food, water, and sleep. At the same time, they could make offerings in the temples and leave with mementos of their time in Mecca. Many also found it convenient to bring their trade goods to the markets of Mecca, where they could find visitors bringing interesting wares from across the region, and the city also enjoyed the status of a trade center. Of course, Mecca is now best known for being Islam's holiest city, revered as the birthplace of Muhammad and the site where Allah first revealed the Qu'ran to him. Within Mecca is the Ka'aba, a building housed within the Al-Masjid al-Haram (Great Mosque) that is considered the holiest site. Wherever they are in the world, Muslims face in the direction of the Ka'aba while praying. Members Reviews: that I have also enjoyed and that I have learned a bit more This another short book on the subject, that I have also enjoyed and that I have learned a bit more. EXCELLENT The history of Mecca is also a history of Islam. This ebook can help you understand the why of the "Islam State. Four Stars good read!! Four Stars A good introduction to the founding of Islam. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Two-Nations-Under-God-Audiobook/B005CPGURU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Two Nations Under God Subtitle: Good News From the Middle East Author: Tom Doyle Narrator: Tom Doyle Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-11 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Two Nations Under God, American missionary Tom Doyle presents reasons why the U.S. should show concern for Israel. Part one, Why Should America Care? is a biblical and historical primer on Israel with fascinating insights into connections between American and Middle East culture. Part two, Sorting Out the Middle East Maze, presents more facts about Islam and the spiritual roots behind the Middle East conflicts. Part three, Maximizing the Moment, is a call to action and prayer for the American church regarding the future of Israel. Best of all, readers will learn throughout that, despite the headlines, there is plenty of good news coming from the Middle East. Doyle reports on the increasing number of Muslims converting to Christianity, profiles local disciples and church planters, and provides helpful timelines, comparison charts, photographs, and more to keep every detail concerning Israel in perspective. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tom Doyle) Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:24:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Two-Nations-Under-God-Audiobook/B005CPGURU thebookvoice.com 08:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Two Nations Under God Subtitle: Good News From the Middle East Author: Tom Doyle Narrator: Tom Doyle Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-11 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Two Nations Under God, American missionary Tom Doyle presents reasons why the U.S. should show concern for Israel. Part one, Why Should America Care? is a biblical and historical primer on Israel with fascinating insights into connections between American and Middle East culture. Part two, Sorting Out the Middle East Maze, presents more facts about Islam and the spiritual roots behind the Middle East conflicts. Part three, Maximizing the Moment, is a call to action and prayer for the American church regarding the future of Israel. Best of all, readers will learn throughout that, despite the headlines, there is plenty of good news coming from the Middle East. Doyle reports on the increasing number of Muslims converting to Christianity, profiles local disciples and church planters, and provides helpful timelines, comparison charts, photographs, and more to keep every detail concerning Israel in perspective. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Two Nations Under God Subtitle: Good News From the Middle East Author: Tom Doyle Narrator: Tom Doyle Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-11 Publisher: Oasis Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Two Nations Under God, American missionary Tom Doyle presents reasons why the U.S. should show concern for Israel. Part one, Why Should America Care? is a biblical and historical primer on Israel with fascinating insights into connections between American and Middle East culture. Part two, Sorting Out the Middle East Maze, presents more facts about Islam and the spiritual roots behind the Middle East conflicts. Part three, Maximizing the Moment, is a call to action and prayer for the American church regarding the future of Israel. Best of all, readers will learn throughout that, despite the headlines, there is plenty of good news coming from the Middle East. Doyle reports on the increasing number of Muslims converting to Christianity, profiles local disciples and church planters, and provides helpful timelines, comparison charts, photographs, and more to keep every detail concerning Israel in perspective. Members Reviews: Powerful Beautiful, convicting, & glory-filled on every level. Come, Lord Jesus. Very grateful to Tom Doyle for this book- I ad been searching for something like this. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Historys-Most-Mysterious-Secret-Societies-Audiobook/B01C6BY6K0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History's Most Mysterious Secret Societies Author: Conrad Bauer Narrator: Charles D. Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-16 Publisher: Conrad Bauer Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mysterious and almost invisible, these secret societies changed the course of history! Secret societies have always fascinated us; we want to know why they exist, what they do, and who their members and leaders are. Find out why the secret societies described in this book are worth knowing about. For as long as humans have gathered together to form societies, there has been a subset of people who have formed secret groups. Away from the prying eyes of the main group, these people have formed societies, unions, guilds, leagues, and other organizations with a wide variety of purposes. While some people gather together to drink beer in private and reminisce about the past, other groups have deeper, more complicated, and more nefarious purposes. On occasions such as these, the secret societies become instantly more fascinating. For whatever reason, these groups cannot exist in the public eye. Whether this is because they are breaking the law, because they are operating in a clandestine fashion, or because they fear retribution from other secret societies, they are often the only ones who know. At the time, their ability to remain secret often means the difference between life and death. Now, many years later, we can look back on these secret groups and try to learn exactly what they represented. In this book, we will look into murder, assassinations, political coups, and events that had huge impacts on the history of the world. Behind some of the most tragic events in human history, these secret societies have operated in the shadows. Their influence has been felt in every corner of the world. Secrecy is not endemic to one country or one continent. Instead, all humans have a small part of themselves that craves the secrecy afforded to these groups. But only some of us manage to bond together to form societies such as these. That's why they are remembered as the most mysterious secret societies in the world. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Conrad Bauer) Thu, 25 Feb 2016 11:48:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Historys-Most-Mysterious-Secret-Societies-Audiobook/B01C6BY6K0 thebookvoice.com 02:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History's Most Mysterious Secret Societies Author: Conrad Bauer Narrator: Charles D. Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-16 Publisher: Conrad Bauer Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mysterious and almost invisible, these secret societies changed the course of history! Secret societies have always fascinated us; we want to know why they exist, what they do, and who their members and leaders are. Find out why the secret societies described in this book are worth knowing about. For as long as humans have gathered together to form societies, there has been a subset of people who have formed secret groups. Away from the prying eyes of the main group, these people have formed societies, unions, guilds, leagues, and other organizations with a wide variety of purposes. While some people gather together to drink beer in private and reminisce about the past, other groups have deeper, more complicated, and more nefarious purposes. On occasions such as these, the secret societies become instantly more fascinating. For whatever reason, these groups cannot exist in the public eye. Whether this is because they are breaking the law, because they are operating in a clandestine fashion, or because they fear retribution from other secret societies, they are often the only ones who know. At the time, their ability to remain secret often means the difference between life and death. Now, many years later, we can look back on these secret groups and try to learn exactly what they represented. In this book, we will look into murder, assassinations, political coups, and events that had huge impacts on the history of the world. Behind some of the most tragic events in human history, these secret societies have operated in the shadows. Their influence has been felt in every corner of the world. Secrecy is not endemic to one country or one continent. Instead, all humans have a small part of themselves that craves the secrecy afforded to these groups. But only some of us manage to bond together to form societies such as these. That's why they are remembered as the most mysterious secret societies in the world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History's Most Mysterious Secret Societies Author: Conrad Bauer Narrator: Charles D. Baker Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-16 Publisher: Conrad Bauer Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mysterious and almost invisible, these secret societies changed the course of history! Secret societies have always fascinated us; we want to know why they exist, what they do, and who their members and leaders are. Find out why the secret societies described in this book are worth knowing about. For as long as humans have gathered together to form societies, there has been a subset of people who have formed secret groups. Away from the prying eyes of the main group, these people have formed societies, unions, guilds, leagues, and other organizations with a wide variety of purposes. While some people gather together to drink beer in private and reminisce about the past, other groups have deeper, more complicated, and more nefarious purposes. On occasions such as these, the secret societies become instantly more fascinating. For whatever reason, these groups cannot exist in the public eye. Whether this is because they are breaking the law, because they are operating in a clandestine fashion, or because they fear retribution from other secret societies, they are often the only ones who know. At the time, their ability to remain secret often means the difference between life and death. Now, many years later, we can look back on these secret groups and try to learn exactly what they represented. In this book, we will look into murder, assassinations, political coups, and events that had huge impacts on the history of the world. Behind some of the most tragic events in human history, these secret societies have operated in the shadows. Their influence has been felt in every corner of the world. Secrecy is not endemic to one country or one continent. Instead, all humans have a small part of themselves that craves the secrecy afforded to these groups. But only some of us manage to bond together to form societies such as these. That's why they are remembered as the most mysterious secret societies in the world. Members Reviews: History uncovered! History is divided with opinion! This book is a refreshing change from discussions about handshaking or rituals. I was very impressed by the relationships offered by the author on the relationships between the 'societies' and political events - even world wars! It has certainly given me a different view of world events! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Origins-of-Political-Order-From-Prehuman-Times-to-the-French-Revolution-Audiobook/B006P482NC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution Author: Francis Fukuyama Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1718 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Virtually all human societies were once organized tribally, yet over time most developed new political institutions that included a central state that could keep the peace and uniform laws that applied to all citizens. Some went on to create governments that were accountable to their constituents. We take these institutions for granted, but they are absent or unable to function in many of todays developing countrieswith often disastrous consequences for the rest of the world. Francis Fukuyama, author of the best-selling The End of History and The Last Man, and one of our most important political thinkers, provides a sweeping account of how todays basic political institutions developed. The first of a major two-volume work, The Origins of Political Order begins with politics among our primate ancestors and follows the story through the emergence of tribal societies, the growth of the first modern state in China, the beginning of the rule of law in India and the Middle East, and the development of political accountability in Europe up until the eve of the French Revolution. Drawing on a vast body of knowledgehistory, evolutionary biology, archaeology, and economicsFukuyama has produced a brilliant, provocative work that offers fresh insights on the origins of democratic societies and raises essential questions about the nature of politics and its discontents. Critic Reviews: "Fukuyama writes a crystalline prose that balances engaging erudition with incisive analysis. As germane to the turmoil in Afghanistan as it is to today's congressional battles, this is that rare work of history with up-to-the-minute relevance." (Publishers Weekly) Political theorist Francis Fukuyamas new book is a major accomplishment, likely to find its place among the works of seminal thinkers like Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John Locke, and modern moral philosophers and economists such as John Rawls and Amartya Sen . . .It is a perspective and a voice that can supply a thinkers tonic for our current political maladies. (Earl Pike, The Cleveland Plain Dealer) Ambitious and highly readable. (The New Yorker) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Francis Fukuyama) Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:52:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Origins-of-Political-Order-From-Prehuman-Times-to-the-French-Revolution-Audiobook/B006P482NC thebookvoice.com 22:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution Author: Francis Fukuyama Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1718 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Virtually all human societies were once organized tribally, yet over time most developed new political institutions that included a central state that could keep the peace and uniform laws that applied to all citizens. Some went on to create governments that were accountable to their constituents. We take these institutions for granted, but they are absent or unable to function in many of todays developing countrieswith often disastrous consequences for the rest of the world. Francis Fukuyama, author of the best-selling The End of History and The Last Man, and one of our most important political thinkers, provides a sweeping account of how todays basic political institutions developed. The first of a major two-volume work, The Origins of Political Order begins with politics among our primate ancestors and follows the story through the emergence of tribal societies, the growth of the first modern state in China, the beginning of the rule of law in India and the Middle East, and the development of political accountability in Europe up until the eve of the French Revolution. Drawing on a vast body of knowledgehistory, evolutionary biology, archaeology, and economicsFukuyama has produced a brilliant, provocative work that offers fresh insights on the origins of democratic societies and raises essential questions about the nature of politics and its discontents. Critic Reviews: "Fukuyama writes a crystalline prose that balances engaging erudition with incisive analysis. As germane to the turmoil in Afghanistan as it is to today's congressional battles, this is that rare work of history with up-to-the-minute relevance." (Publishers Weekly) Political theorist Francis Fukuyamas new book is a major accomplishment, likely to find its place among the works of seminal thinkers like Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John Locke, and modern moral philosophers and economists such as John Rawls and Amartya Sen . . .It is a perspective and a voice that can supply a thinkers tonic for our current political maladies. (Earl Pike, The Cleveland Plain Dealer) Ambitious and highly readable. (The New Yorker) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Origins of Political Order: From Prehuman Times to the French Revolution Author: Francis Fukuyama Narrator: Jonathan Davis Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1718 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Virtually all human societies were once organized tribally, yet over time most developed new political institutions that included a central state that could keep the peace and uniform laws that applied to all citizens. Some went on to create governments that were accountable to their constituents. We take these institutions for granted, but they are absent or unable to function in many of todays developing countrieswith often disastrous consequences for the rest of the world. Francis Fukuyama, author of the best-selling The End of History and The Last Man, and one of our most important political thinkers, provides a sweeping account of how todays basic political institutions developed. The first of a major two-volume work, The Origins of Political Order begins with politics among our primate ancestors and follows the story through the emergence of tribal societies, the growth of the first modern state in China, the beginning of the rule of law in India and the Middle East, and the development of political accountability in Europe up until the eve of the French Revolution. Drawing on a vast body of knowledgehistory, evolutionary biology, archaeology, and economicsFukuyama has produced a brilliant, provocative work that offers fresh insights on the origins of democratic societies and raises essential questions about the nature of politics and its discontents. Critic Reviews: "Fukuyama writes a crystalline prose that balances engaging erudition with incisive analysis. As germane to the turmoil in Afghanistan as it is to today's congressional battles, this is that rare work of history with up-to-the-minute relevance." (Publishers Weekly) Political theorist Francis Fukuyamas new book is a major accomplishment, likely to find its place among the works of seminal thinkers like Jean-Jacques Rousseau and John Locke, and modern moral philosophers and economists such as John Rawls and Amartya Sen . . .It is a perspective and a voice that can supply a thinkers tonic for our current political maladies. (Earl Pike, The Cleveland Plain Dealer) Ambitious and highly readable. (The New Yorker) Members Reviews: Best Summary of Political History I've Read This book is simply amazing. As a political science major in college and graduate school, I've read a ton of histories and evaluations of politics but nothing comes close to this work. Fukuyama writes a complete and thorough analysis of human politics that is full of in depth case studies and insightful information. I would definitely recomend this book not only to poli sci students but also anyone wishing to know the origins of our political order. Few forests, but lots of trees When I taught at university level, I quickly discovered how few academics knew how to explain anything concisely. They are asked a question, or the state a goal for their discussion, and proceed to give an answer that may technically be correct, but is not very helpful to the listener. This the exact sort of feel I got from this book. Fukuyama promises a book about the origins of political structures in general, but instead presents us a book loaded with extraneous (albeit probably accurate) details, so much so that any sort of generalization that he wants to draw attention to get lost in the trees. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Antifa-Audiobook/B076B71PGL Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Antifa Subtitle: The Anti-Fascist Handbook Author: Mark Bray Narrator: Keith Szarabajka Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-28-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In the wake of tragic events in Charlottesville, Virginia, and Donald Trump's initial refusal to denounce the white nationalists behind it all, the "antifa" opposition movement is suddenly appearing everywhere. But what is it, precisely? And where did it come from? As long as there has been fascism, there has been anti-fascism - also known as "antifa." Born out of resistance to Mussolini and Hitler in Europe during the 1920s and '30s, the antifa movement has suddenly burst into the headlines amid opposition to the Trump administration and the alt-right. They could be seen in news reports, often clad all in black with balaclavas covering their faces, demonstrating at the presidential inauguration, and on California college campuses protesting far-right speakers, and most recently, on the streets of Charlottesville, Virginia, protecting, among others, a group of ministers including Cornel West from neo-Nazi violence. (West would later tell reporters, "The anti-fascists saved our lives.") Simply, antifa aims to deny fascists the opportunity to promote their oppressive politics, and to protect tolerant communities from acts of violence promulgated by fascists. Critics say shutting down political adversaries is anti-democratic; antifa adherents argue that the horrors of fascism must never be allowed the slightest chance to triumph again. In a smart and gripping investigation, historian and former Occupy Wall Street organizer Mark Bray provides a detailed survey of the full history of anti-fascism from its origins to the present day - the first transnational history of postwar anti-fascism in English. Based on interviews with anti-fascists from around the world, Antifa details the tactics of the movement and the philosophy behind it, offering insight into the growing but little-understood resistance fighting back against fascism in all its guises. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Bray) Tue, 28 Nov 2017 04:10:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Antifa-Audiobook/B076B71PGL thebookvoice.com 07:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Antifa Subtitle: The Anti-Fascist Handbook Author: Mark Bray Narrator: Keith Szarabajka Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-28-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In the wake of tragic events in Charlottesville, Virginia, and Donald Trump's initial refusal to denounce the white nationalists behind it all, the "antifa" opposition movement is suddenly appearing everywhere. But what is it, precisely? And where did it come from? As long as there has been fascism, there has been anti-fascism - also known as "antifa." Born out of resistance to Mussolini and Hitler in Europe during the 1920s and '30s, the antifa movement has suddenly burst into the headlines amid opposition to the Trump administration and the alt-right. They could be seen in news reports, often clad all in black with balaclavas covering their faces, demonstrating at the presidential inauguration, and on California college campuses protesting far-right speakers, and most recently, on the streets of Charlottesville, Virginia, protecting, among others, a group of ministers including Cornel West from neo-Nazi violence. (West would later tell reporters, "The anti-fascists saved our lives.") Simply, antifa aims to deny fascists the opportunity to promote their oppressive politics, and to protect tolerant communities from acts of violence promulgated by fascists. Critics say shutting down political adversaries is anti-democratic; antifa adherents argue that the horrors of fascism must never be allowed the slightest chance to triumph again. In a smart and gripping investigation, historian and former Occupy Wall Street organizer Mark Bray provides a detailed survey of the full history of anti-fascism from its origins to the present day - the first transnational history of postwar anti-fascism in English. Based on interviews with anti-fascists from around the world, Antifa details the tactics of the movement and the philosophy behind it, offering insight into the growing but little-understood resistance fighting back against fascism in all its guises. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Antifa Subtitle: The Anti-Fascist Handbook Author: Mark Bray Narrator: Keith Szarabajka Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-28-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In the wake of tragic events in Charlottesville, Virginia, and Donald Trump's initial refusal to denounce the white nationalists behind it all, the "antifa" opposition movement is suddenly appearing everywhere. But what is it, precisely? And where did it come from? As long as there has been fascism, there has been anti-fascism - also known as "antifa." Born out of resistance to Mussolini and Hitler in Europe during the 1920s and '30s, the antifa movement has suddenly burst into the headlines amid opposition to the Trump administration and the alt-right. They could be seen in news reports, often clad all in black with balaclavas covering their faces, demonstrating at the presidential inauguration, and on California college campuses protesting far-right speakers, and most recently, on the streets of Charlottesville, Virginia, protecting, among others, a group of ministers including Cornel West from neo-Nazi violence. (West would later tell reporters, "The anti-fascists saved our lives.") Simply, antifa aims to deny fascists the opportunity to promote their oppressive politics, and to protect tolerant communities from acts of violence promulgated by fascists. Critics say shutting down political adversaries is anti-democratic; antifa adherents argue that the horrors of fascism must never be allowed the slightest chance to triumph again. In a smart and gripping investigation, historian and former Occupy Wall Street organizer Mark Bray provides a detailed survey of the full history of anti-fascism from its origins to the present day - the first transnational history of postwar anti-fascism in English. Based on interviews with anti-fascists from around the world, Antifa details the tactics of the movement and the philosophy behind it, offering insight into the growing but little-understood resistance fighting back against fascism in all its guises. Members Reviews: Five Stars Found this book on display at a library and loved it. A must read for Leftists or any Anti-Fascists. The single best source material you will find on antifa Bray writes a very interesting in-depth history of the anti-fascist movement in the West. I feared the author would be some outsider looking at the movement as if it were a novelty, but he isn't. He has close, personal relationships with many anti-fascist organizers all over the world, and has been an activist himself. The book is actually very good, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in anti-fascism. Whether you want to participate in anti-fascist activism, you want to critique anti-fascism, or whether you just want to understand what it is, this is for you. The negative reviews are largely made by people who have not read the book, and who are just repeating what propagandists have told them. needs a great account of Anti-Fascism like this now more than ever The U.S. needs a great account of Anti-Fascism like this now more than ever. Freedom and equality forever. Five Stars One of the best books of the year! You can tell from the comments that this book is ... You can tell from the comments that this book is polarizing, but having read the book and seen the author speak and he is a well-versed, highly educated writer who makes reasoned, compelling and well-researched arguments. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Myth-of-the-Strong-Leader-Audiobook/B01N27UEVW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Myth of the Strong Leader Subtitle: Political Leadership in the Modern Age Author: Archie Brown Narrator: Jonathan Cowley Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Selected as one of the Best Books of 2016 by Bill Gates All too frequently, leadership is reduced to a simple dichotomy: the strong versus the weak. Yet, there are myriad ways to exercise effective political leadership - as well as different ways to fail. We blame our leaders for economic downfalls and praise them for vital social reforms, but rarely do we question what makes some leaders successful while others falter. In this magisterial and wide-ranging survey of political leadership over the past hundred years, renowned Oxford politics professor Archie Brown challenges the widespread belief that strong leaders - meaning those who dominate their colleagues and the policy-making process - are the most successful and admirable. In reality, only a minority of political leaders will truly make a lasting difference. Though we tend to dismiss more collegial styles of leadership as weak, it is often the most cooperative leaders who have the greatest impact. Drawing on extensive research and decades of political analysis and experience, Brown illuminates the achievements, failures, and foibles of a broad array of 20th century politicians. Whether speaking of redefining leaders like Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, and Margaret Thatcher, who expanded the limits of what was politically possible during their time in power, or the even rarer transformational leaders who played a decisive role in bringing about systemic change - Charles de Gaulle, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Nelson Mandela, among them - Brown challenges our commonly held beliefs about political efficacy and strength. Overturning many of our assumptions about the 20th century's most important figures, Brown's conclusions are both original and enlightening. The Myth of the Strong Leader compels us to reassess the leaders who have shaped our world - and to reconsider how we should choose and evaluate those who will lead us into the future. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Archie Brown) Tue, 14 Feb 2017 23:56:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Myth-of-the-Strong-Leader-Audiobook/B01N27UEVW thebookvoice.com 17:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Myth of the Strong Leader Subtitle: Political Leadership in the Modern Age Author: Archie Brown Narrator: Jonathan Cowley Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Selected as one of the Best Books of 2016 by Bill Gates All too frequently, leadership is reduced to a simple dichotomy: the strong versus the weak. Yet, there are myriad ways to exercise effective political leadership - as well as different ways to fail. We blame our leaders for economic downfalls and praise them for vital social reforms, but rarely do we question what makes some leaders successful while others falter. In this magisterial and wide-ranging survey of political leadership over the past hundred years, renowned Oxford politics professor Archie Brown challenges the widespread belief that strong leaders - meaning those who dominate their colleagues and the policy-making process - are the most successful and admirable. In reality, only a minority of political leaders will truly make a lasting difference. Though we tend to dismiss more collegial styles of leadership as weak, it is often the most cooperative leaders who have the greatest impact. Drawing on extensive research and decades of political analysis and experience, Brown illuminates the achievements, failures, and foibles of a broad array of 20th century politicians. Whether speaking of redefining leaders like Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, and Margaret Thatcher, who expanded the limits of what was politically possible during their time in power, or the even rarer transformational leaders who played a decisive role in bringing about systemic change - Charles de Gaulle, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Nelson Mandela, among them - Brown challenges our commonly held beliefs about political efficacy and strength. Overturning many of our assumptions about the 20th century's most important figures, Brown's conclusions are both original and enlightening. The Myth of the Strong Leader compels us to reassess the leaders who have shaped our world - and to reconsider how we should choose and evaluate those who will lead us into the future. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Myth of the Strong Leader Subtitle: Political Leadership in the Modern Age Author: Archie Brown Narrator: Jonathan Cowley Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Selected as one of the Best Books of 2016 by Bill Gates All too frequently, leadership is reduced to a simple dichotomy: the strong versus the weak. Yet, there are myriad ways to exercise effective political leadership - as well as different ways to fail. We blame our leaders for economic downfalls and praise them for vital social reforms, but rarely do we question what makes some leaders successful while others falter. In this magisterial and wide-ranging survey of political leadership over the past hundred years, renowned Oxford politics professor Archie Brown challenges the widespread belief that strong leaders - meaning those who dominate their colleagues and the policy-making process - are the most successful and admirable. In reality, only a minority of political leaders will truly make a lasting difference. Though we tend to dismiss more collegial styles of leadership as weak, it is often the most cooperative leaders who have the greatest impact. Drawing on extensive research and decades of political analysis and experience, Brown illuminates the achievements, failures, and foibles of a broad array of 20th century politicians. Whether speaking of redefining leaders like Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Lyndon Johnson, and Margaret Thatcher, who expanded the limits of what was politically possible during their time in power, or the even rarer transformational leaders who played a decisive role in bringing about systemic change - Charles de Gaulle, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Nelson Mandela, among them - Brown challenges our commonly held beliefs about political efficacy and strength. Overturning many of our assumptions about the 20th century's most important figures, Brown's conclusions are both original and enlightening. The Myth of the Strong Leader compels us to reassess the leaders who have shaped our world - and to reconsider how we should choose and evaluate those who will lead us into the future. Members Reviews: Good book, print is probably better though while this is a good book and a good listen, I'd imagine actually reading it would be much more rewarding due to how it's constructed. Compelling but Arrogant Good thesis but very biased left. FDR/LBJ were great but no mention of Truman? https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Age-of-Anger-Audiobook/B01MTC3EEZ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Age of Anger Subtitle: A History of the Present Author: Pankaj Mishra Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 173 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: How can we explain the origins of the great wave of paranoid hatreds that seem inescapable in our close-knit world - from American shooters and ISIS to Donald Trump, from a rise in vengeful nationalism to racism and misogyny on social media? In Age of Anger, Pankaj Mishra answers our bewilderment by casting his gaze back to the 18th century before leading us to the present. As the world became modern, those who were unable to enjoy its promises of freedom, stability, and prosperity were increasingly susceptible to demagogues. It was from among the ranks of the disaffected that the militants of the 19th century arose - angry young men who became cultural nationalists in Germany, messianic revolutionaries in Russia, bellicose chauvinists in Italy, and anarchist terrorists internationally. Today, just as then, the embrace of mass politics and technology and the pursuit of wealth and individualism have cast many more billions adrift, uprooted from tradition but still far from modernity - with the same terrible results. Making startling connections and comparisons, Age of Anger is a book of immense urgency and profound argument. It is a history of our present predicament unlike any other. Critic Reviews: "In this urgent, profound and extraordinarily timely study, Pankaj Mishra follows the likes of Isaiah Berlin, John Gray, and Mark Lilla by delving into the past in order to throw light on our contemporary predicament, when the neglected and dispossessed of the world have suddenly risen up in Nietzschean ressentiment to transform the world we thought we knew." (John Banville) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pankaj Mishra) Tue, 07 Feb 2017 08:32:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Age-of-Anger-Audiobook/B01MTC3EEZ thebookvoice.com 12:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Age of Anger Subtitle: A History of the Present Author: Pankaj Mishra Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 173 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: How can we explain the origins of the great wave of paranoid hatreds that seem inescapable in our close-knit world - from American shooters and ISIS to Donald Trump, from a rise in vengeful nationalism to racism and misogyny on social media? In Age of Anger, Pankaj Mishra answers our bewilderment by casting his gaze back to the 18th century before leading us to the present. As the world became modern, those who were unable to enjoy its promises of freedom, stability, and prosperity were increasingly susceptible to demagogues. It was from among the ranks of the disaffected that the militants of the 19th century arose - angry young men who became cultural nationalists in Germany, messianic revolutionaries in Russia, bellicose chauvinists in Italy, and anarchist terrorists internationally. Today, just as then, the embrace of mass politics and technology and the pursuit of wealth and individualism have cast many more billions adrift, uprooted from tradition but still far from modernity - with the same terrible results. Making startling connections and comparisons, Age of Anger is a book of immense urgency and profound argument. It is a history of our present predicament unlike any other. Critic Reviews: "In this urgent, profound and extraordinarily timely study, Pankaj Mishra follows the likes of Isaiah Berlin, John Gray, and Mark Lilla by delving into the past in order to throw light on our contemporary predicament, when the neglected and dispossessed of the world have suddenly risen up in Nietzschean ressentiment to transform the world we thought we knew." (John Banville) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Age of Anger Subtitle: A History of the Present Author: Pankaj Mishra Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 173 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: How can we explain the origins of the great wave of paranoid hatreds that seem inescapable in our close-knit world - from American shooters and ISIS to Donald Trump, from a rise in vengeful nationalism to racism and misogyny on social media? In Age of Anger, Pankaj Mishra answers our bewilderment by casting his gaze back to the 18th century before leading us to the present. As the world became modern, those who were unable to enjoy its promises of freedom, stability, and prosperity were increasingly susceptible to demagogues. It was from among the ranks of the disaffected that the militants of the 19th century arose - angry young men who became cultural nationalists in Germany, messianic revolutionaries in Russia, bellicose chauvinists in Italy, and anarchist terrorists internationally. Today, just as then, the embrace of mass politics and technology and the pursuit of wealth and individualism have cast many more billions adrift, uprooted from tradition but still far from modernity - with the same terrible results. Making startling connections and comparisons, Age of Anger is a book of immense urgency and profound argument. It is a history of our present predicament unlike any other. Critic Reviews: "In this urgent, profound and extraordinarily timely study, Pankaj Mishra follows the likes of Isaiah Berlin, John Gray, and Mark Lilla by delving into the past in order to throw light on our contemporary predicament, when the neglected and dispossessed of the world have suddenly risen up in Nietzschean ressentiment to transform the world we thought we knew." (John Banville) Members Reviews: Disappointing Disappointing. This book purports to explain the recent rise of far-right, anti-globalist sentiment around the world (Trump, Brexit, LePen, etc., to say nothing of Isis), but the author's thesis isn't very compelling. He argues that contemporary manifestations of nativism can be traced back to Rousseau, who reacted to Voltaire's glorification of reason by celebrating personal experience and intimate communities. This is a bit too neat for me, too schematic. Only in the epilogue does he introduce the idea of other forces at play in today's world, including the rise of previously disadvantaged groups and growing income inequality. These last two phenomena are of extreme importance, especially the economic chasm between working stiffs and the richest of the rich. The American Dream said that anyone could make it, but nowadays more people believe they were sold a bill of goodsthey can never make it. I would have liked more discussion of that, but it's outside of Mishra's argument. On another note, I was puzzled by the book's lack of organization. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/When-Character-Was-King-Audiobook/B002V8N4HU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Character Was King Subtitle: A Story of Ronald Reagan Author: Peggy Noonan Narrator: Peggy Noonan Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-01 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 219 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "Presidents tend to come from something," writes Peggy Noonan. What was the wellspring of Ronald Reagan's greatness? Noonan argues that the secret of Reagan's success was no secret at all. It was his character - his courage, his kindness, his persistence, his honesty, and his almost heroic patience in the face of setbacks - that was the most important element of his success. No one has ever captured Ronald Reagan like Peggy Noonan. In When Character Was King, Noonan brings her own reflections on Reagan to bear, as well as new stories - from President George W. Bush and his father, George H.W. Bush, his Secret Service men and White House colleagues, his wife, his daughter Patti Davis, and his close friends - to reveal the true nature of a man even his opponents now view as a maker of big history. Marked by incisive wit and elegant prose, When Character Was King will both enlighten and move listeners. It may well be the last word on Ronald Reagan, not only as a leader but as a man. Critic Reviews: "Noonan possesses an astonishingly deft touch for making the political process come alive." (USA Today) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peggy Noonan) Fri, 16 Nov 2001 08:45:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/When-Character-Was-King-Audiobook/B002V8N4HU thebookvoice.com 05:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Character Was King Subtitle: A Story of Ronald Reagan Author: Peggy Noonan Narrator: Peggy Noonan Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-01 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 219 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "Presidents tend to come from something," writes Peggy Noonan. What was the wellspring of Ronald Reagan's greatness? Noonan argues that the secret of Reagan's success was no secret at all. It was his character - his courage, his kindness, his persistence, his honesty, and his almost heroic patience in the face of setbacks - that was the most important element of his success. No one has ever captured Ronald Reagan like Peggy Noonan. In When Character Was King, Noonan brings her own reflections on Reagan to bear, as well as new stories - from President George W. Bush and his father, George H.W. Bush, his Secret Service men and White House colleagues, his wife, his daughter Patti Davis, and his close friends - to reveal the true nature of a man even his opponents now view as a maker of big history. Marked by incisive wit and elegant prose, When Character Was King will both enlighten and move listeners. It may well be the last word on Ronald Reagan, not only as a leader but as a man. Critic Reviews: "Noonan possesses an astonishingly deft touch for making the political process come alive." (USA Today) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Character Was King Subtitle: A Story of Ronald Reagan Author: Peggy Noonan Narrator: Peggy Noonan Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-01 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 219 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "Presidents tend to come from something," writes Peggy Noonan. What was the wellspring of Ronald Reagan's greatness? Noonan argues that the secret of Reagan's success was no secret at all. It was his character - his courage, his kindness, his persistence, his honesty, and his almost heroic patience in the face of setbacks - that was the most important element of his success. No one has ever captured Ronald Reagan like Peggy Noonan. In When Character Was King, Noonan brings her own reflections on Reagan to bear, as well as new stories - from President George W. Bush and his father, George H.W. Bush, his Secret Service men and White House colleagues, his wife, his daughter Patti Davis, and his close friends - to reveal the true nature of a man even his opponents now view as a maker of big history. Marked by incisive wit and elegant prose, When Character Was King will both enlighten and move listeners. It may well be the last word on Ronald Reagan, not only as a leader but as a man. Critic Reviews: "Noonan possesses an astonishingly deft touch for making the political process come alive." (USA Today) Members Reviews: 5 Star Book This book is truthful and insightful. The author not only gave beautiful insight to one of the greatest men of this century, it was the truth. This book leaves no doubt that Ronald Reagan had character and this in fact made him a great political leader. A MUST READ!! Would you listen to When Character Was King again? Why? YES What was the most compelling aspect of this narrative? RONALD REAGAN WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON ANS A GREAT PRESIDENT!! Have you listened to any of Peggy Noonans other performances before? How does this one compare? First Whats the most interesting tidbit youve picked up from this book? RR's life was orchestrated by God to be the leader and great man he was meant to be. Loved it This book really opened my eyes to how great of a president we once had Fabulous heartfelt read Already was a huge fan of President Reagan, now love him even more! Peggy noon an did a great job. Gotta love Ronny Any additional comments? If you liked Ronald Reagan, Peggy is top notch. She does a good narrative too. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Goliath-Audiobook/B00FJIH9AM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Goliath Subtitle: Life and Loathing in Greater Israel Author: Max Blumenthal Narrator: Paul Michael Garcia Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Goliath, New York Times best-selling author Max Blumenthal takes us on a journey through the badlands and high roads of Israel-Palestine, painting a startling portrait of Israeli society under the siege of increasingly authoritarian politics as the occupation of the Palestinians deepens. Beginning with the national elections carried out during Israel's war on Gaza in 2008/9, which brought into power the country's most right-wing government to date, Blumenthal tells the story of Israel in the wake of the collapse of the Oslo peace process. As Blumenthal reveals, Israel has become a country where right-wing leaders like Avigdor Lieberman and Bibi Netanyahu are sacrificing democracy on the altar of their power politics, where the loyal opposition largely and passively stands aside and watches the organized assault on civil liberties, where state-funded Orthodox rabbis publish books that provide instructions on how and when to kill gentiles, where half of Jewish youth declare their refusal to sit in a classroom with an Arab, and where mob violence targets Palestinians and African asylum seekers scapegoated by leading government officials as "demographic threats." Immersing himself like few other journalists inside the world of hardline political leaders and movements, Blumenthal interviews the demagogues and divas in their homes, in the Knesset, and in the watering holes where their young acolytes hang out, and he speaks with those political leaders behind the organized assault on civil liberties. As his journey deepens, he painstakingly reports on the occupied Palestinians challenging schemes of demographic separation through unarmed protest. He talks at length to the leaders and youth of Palestinian society inside Israel now targeted by security service dragnets and legislation suppressing their speech and provides in-depth reporting on the small band of Jewish Israeli dissidents who have shaken off a conformist mind-set that permeates the media, schools, and the military. Through his far-ranging travels, Blumenthal illuminates the present by uncovering the ghosts of the past - the histories of Palestinian neighborhoods and villages now gone and forgotten, how that history has set the stage for the current crisis of Israeli society, and how the Holocaust has been turned into justification for occupation. A brave and unflinching account of the real facts on the ground, Goliath is an unprecedented and compelling work of journalism. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Max Blumenthal) Tue, 01 Oct 2013 08:32:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Goliath-Audiobook/B00FJIH9AM thebookvoice.com 22:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Goliath Subtitle: Life and Loathing in Greater Israel Author: Max Blumenthal Narrator: Paul Michael Garcia Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Goliath, New York Times best-selling author Max Blumenthal takes us on a journey through the badlands and high roads of Israel-Palestine, painting a startling portrait of Israeli society under the siege of increasingly authoritarian politics as the occupation of the Palestinians deepens. Beginning with the national elections carried out during Israel's war on Gaza in 2008/9, which brought into power the country's most right-wing government to date, Blumenthal tells the story of Israel in the wake of the collapse of the Oslo peace process. As Blumenthal reveals, Israel has become a country where right-wing leaders like Avigdor Lieberman and Bibi Netanyahu are sacrificing democracy on the altar of their power politics, where the loyal opposition largely and passively stands aside and watches the organized assault on civil liberties, where state-funded Orthodox rabbis publish books that provide instructions on how and when to kill gentiles, where half of Jewish youth declare their refusal to sit in a classroom with an Arab, and where mob violence targets Palestinians and African asylum seekers scapegoated by leading government officials as "demographic threats." Immersing himself like few other journalists inside the world of hardline political leaders and movements, Blumenthal interviews the demagogues and divas in their homes, in the Knesset, and in the watering holes where their young acolytes hang out, and he speaks with those political leaders behind the organized assault on civil liberties. As his journey deepens, he painstakingly reports on the occupied Palestinians challenging schemes of demographic separation through unarmed protest. He talks at length to the leaders and youth of Palestinian society inside Israel now targeted by security service dragnets and legislation suppressing their speech and provides in-depth reporting on the small band of Jewish Israeli dissidents who have shaken off a conformist mind-set that permeates the media, schools, and the military. Through his far-ranging travels, Blumenthal illuminates the present by uncovering the ghosts of the past - the histories of Palestinian neighborhoods and villages now gone and forgotten, how that history has set the stage for the current crisis of Israeli society, and how the Holocaust has been turned into justification for occupation. A brave and unflinching account of the real facts on the ground, Goliath is an unprecedented and compelling work of journalism. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Goliath Subtitle: Life and Loathing in Greater Israel Author: Max Blumenthal Narrator: Paul Michael Garcia Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Goliath, New York Times best-selling author Max Blumenthal takes us on a journey through the badlands and high roads of Israel-Palestine, painting a startling portrait of Israeli society under the siege of increasingly authoritarian politics as the occupation of the Palestinians deepens. Beginning with the national elections carried out during Israel's war on Gaza in 2008/9, which brought into power the country's most right-wing government to date, Blumenthal tells the story of Israel in the wake of the collapse of the Oslo peace process. As Blumenthal reveals, Israel has become a country where right-wing leaders like Avigdor Lieberman and Bibi Netanyahu are sacrificing democracy on the altar of their power politics, where the loyal opposition largely and passively stands aside and watches the organized assault on civil liberties, where state-funded Orthodox rabbis publish books that provide instructions on how and when to kill gentiles, where half of Jewish youth declare their refusal to sit in a classroom with an Arab, and where mob violence targets Palestinians and African asylum seekers scapegoated by leading government officials as "demographic threats." Immersing himself like few other journalists inside the world of hardline political leaders and movements, Blumenthal interviews the demagogues and divas in their homes, in the Knesset, and in the watering holes where their young acolytes hang out, and he speaks with those political leaders behind the organized assault on civil liberties. As his journey deepens, he painstakingly reports on the occupied Palestinians challenging schemes of demographic separation through unarmed protest. He talks at length to the leaders and youth of Palestinian society inside Israel now targeted by security service dragnets and legislation suppressing their speech and provides in-depth reporting on the small band of Jewish Israeli dissidents who have shaken off a conformist mind-set that permeates the media, schools, and the military. Through his far-ranging travels, Blumenthal illuminates the present by uncovering the ghosts of the past - the histories of Palestinian neighborhoods and villages now gone and forgotten, how that history has set the stage for the current crisis of Israeli society, and how the Holocaust has been turned into justification for occupation. A brave and unflinching account of the real facts on the ground, Goliath is an unprecedented and compelling work of journalism. Members Reviews: The truth is rarely pretty Goliath is not always an easy book to listen to. It is well written and well read, but the truths can be hard for many people to hear. Max Blumenthal at the lives of Palestinians, those in the Occupied Territories, but more so those Palestinians living inside Israel proper. The stories these Palestinians have almost never been told in the US, but they are important. Close to two million Arabs live inside Israel treated as less than second class citizens. They are denied access to most land, most jobs, many government benefits, and basic rights to organize political institutions and celebrate their culture. Blumenthal also examines the increasing rhetoric and legislation in Israel that many Israelis themselves describe as neo-fascist. If you're looking for a feel-good story, this is not it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Worshipping-the-State-Audiobook/B00DP43NLG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Worshipping the State Subtitle: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion Author: Benjamin Wiker, PhD Narrator: Ken Maxon Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Many Christians feel that they are being opposed at every turn by what seems to be a well-orchestrated political and cultural campaign to de-Christianize every aspect of Western culture. They are right, and it goes even further back than the Obama Administration. In Worshipping the State: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion, Benjamin Wiker argues that it is liberals who seek to establish an official state religion: one of unbelief. Wiker reveals that it was never the intention of the Founders to drive religion out of the public square with the First Amendment, but secular liberals have deliberately misinterpreted the establishment clause to serve their own ends: the de-Christianization of Western civilization. The result, they hope, is government as the new oracle. Personal faith in a deity is replaced with collective dependence on government, and the diversity of religious practices and dogmas is reduced to a uniform ideological agenda. The liberal strategy is two-pronged: drive religion out of the public square, and then, in religion's place, erect the Church of the State to fill the human need for a higher power to look up to. But what was done can be undone. Outlining a simple, step-by-step strategy for disestablishing the state church of liberalism, Worshiping the State shows the full historical sweep of the war to those on the Christian side of the cultural battle - and as a consequence of this far more complete vantage, how to win it. Editorial Reviews: In Worshipping the State: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion, author Benjamin Wiker asserts that America is being de-Christianized by liberals. Wiker uses a stockpile of historical data to prove that, since the dawn of Rome, liberals in the West have always sought to de-Christianze the state. Wiker believes that the founding fathers did not intend to secularize America, and that without Christianity America loses its moral foundation. Wikers exhaustive investigation of history is easy to appreciate, as is his calm rhetoric. For Wiker, liberals have usually ultimately lost their bid to replace god with government. Outlined here is Wikers comprehensive plan for remaking the state as a faith-based institution. Ken Maxon narrates this 23-hour tome with resounding sincerity. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Benjamin Wiker) Tue, 02 Jul 2013 09:04:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Worshipping-the-State-Audiobook/B00DP43NLG thebookvoice.com 22:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Worshipping the State Subtitle: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion Author: Benjamin Wiker, PhD Narrator: Ken Maxon Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Many Christians feel that they are being opposed at every turn by what seems to be a well-orchestrated political and cultural campaign to de-Christianize every aspect of Western culture. They are right, and it goes even further back than the Obama Administration. In Worshipping the State: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion, Benjamin Wiker argues that it is liberals who seek to establish an official state religion: one of unbelief. Wiker reveals that it was never the intention of the Founders to drive religion out of the public square with the First Amendment, but secular liberals have deliberately misinterpreted the establishment clause to serve their own ends: the de-Christianization of Western civilization. The result, they hope, is government as the new oracle. Personal faith in a deity is replaced with collective dependence on government, and the diversity of religious practices and dogmas is reduced to a uniform ideological agenda. The liberal strategy is two-pronged: drive religion out of the public square, and then, in religion's place, erect the Church of the State to fill the human need for a higher power to look up to. But what was done can be undone. Outlining a simple, step-by-step strategy for disestablishing the state church of liberalism, Worshiping the State shows the full historical sweep of the war to those on the Christian side of the cultural battle - and as a consequence of this far more complete vantage, how to win it. Editorial Reviews: In Worshipping the State: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion, author Benjamin Wiker asserts that America is being de-Christianized by liberals. Wiker uses a stockpile of historical data to prove that, since the dawn of Rome, liberals in the West have always sought to de-Christianze the state. Wiker believes that the founding fathers did not intend to secularize America, and that without Christianity America loses its moral foundation. Wikers exhaustive investigation of history is easy to appreciate, as is his calm rhetoric. For Wiker, liberals have usually ultimately lost their bid to replace god with government. Outlined here is Wikers comprehensive plan for remaking the state as a faith-based institution. Ken Maxon narrates this 23-hour tome with resounding sincerity. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Worshipping the State Subtitle: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion Author: Benjamin Wiker, PhD Narrator: Ken Maxon Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Many Christians feel that they are being opposed at every turn by what seems to be a well-orchestrated political and cultural campaign to de-Christianize every aspect of Western culture. They are right, and it goes even further back than the Obama Administration. In Worshipping the State: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion, Benjamin Wiker argues that it is liberals who seek to establish an official state religion: one of unbelief. Wiker reveals that it was never the intention of the Founders to drive religion out of the public square with the First Amendment, but secular liberals have deliberately misinterpreted the establishment clause to serve their own ends: the de-Christianization of Western civilization. The result, they hope, is government as the new oracle. Personal faith in a deity is replaced with collective dependence on government, and the diversity of religious practices and dogmas is reduced to a uniform ideological agenda. The liberal strategy is two-pronged: drive religion out of the public square, and then, in religion's place, erect the Church of the State to fill the human need for a higher power to look up to. But what was done can be undone. Outlining a simple, step-by-step strategy for disestablishing the state church of liberalism, Worshiping the State shows the full historical sweep of the war to those on the Christian side of the cultural battle - and as a consequence of this far more complete vantage, how to win it. Editorial Reviews: In Worshipping the State: How Liberalism Became Our State Religion, author Benjamin Wiker asserts that America is being de-Christianized by liberals. Wiker uses a stockpile of historical data to prove that, since the dawn of Rome, liberals in the West have always sought to de-Christianze the state. Wiker believes that the founding fathers did not intend to secularize America, and that without Christianity America loses its moral foundation. Wikers exhaustive investigation of history is easy to appreciate, as is his calm rhetoric. For Wiker, liberals have usually ultimately lost their bid to replace god with government. Outlined here is Wikers comprehensive plan for remaking the state as a faith-based institution. Ken Maxon narrates this 23-hour tome with resounding sincerity. Members Reviews: Less Than Enthralling While the premise is good and some of the perspectives are rather intriguing and thought-provoking, a lot of the points are so repetitive as to be painful. Also, some of the points seem or appear to be as biased as the author blames the other side of being. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Jerusalem-Audiobook/B00JEECUMY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jerusalem Author: Simon Sebag Montefiore Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-14 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Jerusalem is the universal city, the capital of two peoples, the shrine of three faiths; it is the prize of empires, the site of Judgement Day, and the battlefield of today's clash of civilizations. From King David to Barack Obama, from the birth of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to the Israel-Palestine conflict, this is the epic history of 3,000 years of faith, slaughter, fanaticism, and coexistence. How did this small, remote town become the Holy City, the 'centre of the world' and now the key to peace in the Middle East? In a gripping narrative, Simon Sebag Montefiore reveals this ever-changing city in its many incarnations, bringing every epoch and character blazingly to life. Jerusalem's biography is told through the wars, love affairs, and revelations of the men and women - kings, empresses, prophets, poets, saints, conquerors, and whores - who created, destroyed, chronicled and believed in Jerusalem. Drawing on new archives, current scholarship, his own family papers, and a lifetime's study, Montefiore illuminates the essence of sanctity and mysticism, identity, and empire in a unique chronicle of the city that many believe will be the setting for the Apocalypse. This is how Jerusalem became Jerusalem, and the only city that exists twice - in heaven and on Earth. Read by John Lee. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Simon Sebag Montefiore) Thu, 17 Apr 2014 10:08:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Jerusalem-Audiobook/B00JEECUMY thebookvoice.com 25:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jerusalem Author: Simon Sebag Montefiore Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-14 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Jerusalem is the universal city, the capital of two peoples, the shrine of three faiths; it is the prize of empires, the site of Judgement Day, and the battlefield of today's clash of civilizations. From King David to Barack Obama, from the birth of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to the Israel-Palestine conflict, this is the epic history of 3,000 years of faith, slaughter, fanaticism, and coexistence. How did this small, remote town become the Holy City, the 'centre of the world' and now the key to peace in the Middle East? In a gripping narrative, Simon Sebag Montefiore reveals this ever-changing city in its many incarnations, bringing every epoch and character blazingly to life. Jerusalem's biography is told through the wars, love affairs, and revelations of the men and women - kings, empresses, prophets, poets, saints, conquerors, and whores - who created, destroyed, chronicled and believed in Jerusalem. Drawing on new archives, current scholarship, his own family papers, and a lifetime's study, Montefiore illuminates the essence of sanctity and mysticism, identity, and empire in a unique chronicle of the city that many believe will be the setting for the Apocalypse. This is how Jerusalem became Jerusalem, and the only city that exists twice - in heaven and on Earth. Read by John Lee. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jerusalem Author: Simon Sebag Montefiore Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-14 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Jerusalem is the universal city, the capital of two peoples, the shrine of three faiths; it is the prize of empires, the site of Judgement Day, and the battlefield of today's clash of civilizations. From King David to Barack Obama, from the birth of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to the Israel-Palestine conflict, this is the epic history of 3,000 years of faith, slaughter, fanaticism, and coexistence. How did this small, remote town become the Holy City, the 'centre of the world' and now the key to peace in the Middle East? In a gripping narrative, Simon Sebag Montefiore reveals this ever-changing city in its many incarnations, bringing every epoch and character blazingly to life. Jerusalem's biography is told through the wars, love affairs, and revelations of the men and women - kings, empresses, prophets, poets, saints, conquerors, and whores - who created, destroyed, chronicled and believed in Jerusalem. Drawing on new archives, current scholarship, his own family papers, and a lifetime's study, Montefiore illuminates the essence of sanctity and mysticism, identity, and empire in a unique chronicle of the city that many believe will be the setting for the Apocalypse. This is how Jerusalem became Jerusalem, and the only city that exists twice - in heaven and on Earth. Read by John Lee. Members Reviews: Hard to absorb as audiobook, excellent as a read This is a book I should rather have read in print. That would have the added benefit of being able to look at the countless maps and illustrations, none of which is included in the Audible edition (inexplicably, given the ease of providing a pdf file). Jerusalem is a city with a fascinating history, and Montefiore does about as good a job of telling this history as one could wish for. (The book doubtless deserves its countless rave reviews, and John Lee's narration is also excellent). However, at times hour after hour of narration involving a constant succession of potted descriptions of conquests, rebellions - and the atrocities involved - becomes hard to absorb and leaves one's head spinning. Like an account of thirty football games in direct succession, one loses score and can't remember who did what to whom - just that it was exceedingly bloody.* This is true mainly for earlier parts of the book (after a few hours I almost decided to stop listening); I found the later actors and events, which are dealt with at greater length, easier to remember. I listen to audiobooks - most of them intellectually quite challenging - while painting; somebody who does nothing else while listening may find the whole of the book easier to absorb. So, my advice is: if your eyesight and lifestyle allow it, read it instead of listening to the 25 hour audiobook. * "In Jerusalem: The Biography, Simon Sebag Montefiore unleashes so many kings, killers, prophets, pretenders, caliphs and crusaders, all surfing an ocean of blood, that the reader may begin to long for redemption, not from the book, which is impossible to put down, but from history itself." - Jonathan Rosen in a review of the book in the NYTimes, Oct. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Revolution-of-the-Mind-Audiobook/B004557QNU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Revolution of the Mind Subtitle: Radical Enlightenment and the Intellectual Origins of Modern Democracy Author: Jonathan Israel Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Democracy, free thought and expression, religious tolerance, individual liberty, political self-determination of peoples, sexual and racial equality - these values have firmly entered the mainstream in the decades since they were enshrined in the 1948 U.N. Declaration of Human Rights. But if these ideals no longer seem radical today, their origin was very radical indeed - far more so than most historians have been willing to recognize. In A Revolution of the Mind, Jonathan Israel, one of the world's leading historians of the Enlightenment, traces the philosophical roots of these ideas to what were the least respectable strata of Enlightenment thought - what he calls the Radical Enlightenment. During the revolutionary decades of the 1770s, 1780s, and 1790s, the Radical Enlightenment burst into the open, only to provoke a long and bitter backlash. A Revolution of the Mind shows that this vigorous opposition was mainly due to the powerful impulses in society to defend the principles of monarchy, aristocracy, empire, and racial hierarchy - principles linked to the upholding of censorship, church authority, social inequality, racial segregation, religious discrimination, and far-reaching privilage for ruling groups. In telling this fascinating history, A Revolution of the Mind reveals the surprising origin of our most cherished values - and helps explain why in certain circles they are frequently disapproved of and attacked even today. The book is published by Princeton University Press. Critic Reviews: "We are lucky that a historian of Israel's caliber has taken these subjects on and lucky, too, that he has now produced a readable introduction to them." (Harper's magazine) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jonathan Israel) Wed, 29 Sep 2010 03:34:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Revolution-of-the-Mind-Audiobook/B004557QNU thebookvoice.com 07:27:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Revolution of the Mind Subtitle: Radical Enlightenment and the Intellectual Origins of Modern Democracy Author: Jonathan Israel Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Democracy, free thought and expression, religious tolerance, individual liberty, political self-determination of peoples, sexual and racial equality - these values have firmly entered the mainstream in the decades since they were enshrined in the 1948 U.N. Declaration of Human Rights. But if these ideals no longer seem radical today, their origin was very radical indeed - far more so than most historians have been willing to recognize. In A Revolution of the Mind, Jonathan Israel, one of the world's leading historians of the Enlightenment, traces the philosophical roots of these ideas to what were the least respectable strata of Enlightenment thought - what he calls the Radical Enlightenment. During the revolutionary decades of the 1770s, 1780s, and 1790s, the Radical Enlightenment burst into the open, only to provoke a long and bitter backlash. A Revolution of the Mind shows that this vigorous opposition was mainly due to the powerful impulses in society to defend the principles of monarchy, aristocracy, empire, and racial hierarchy - principles linked to the upholding of censorship, church authority, social inequality, racial segregation, religious discrimination, and far-reaching privilage for ruling groups. In telling this fascinating history, A Revolution of the Mind reveals the surprising origin of our most cherished values - and helps explain why in certain circles they are frequently disapproved of and attacked even today. The book is published by Princeton University Press. Critic Reviews: "We are lucky that a historian of Israel's caliber has taken these subjects on and lucky, too, that he has now produced a readable introduction to them." (Harper's magazine) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Revolution of the Mind Subtitle: Radical Enlightenment and the Intellectual Origins of Modern Democracy Author: Jonathan Israel Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Democracy, free thought and expression, religious tolerance, individual liberty, political self-determination of peoples, sexual and racial equality - these values have firmly entered the mainstream in the decades since they were enshrined in the 1948 U.N. Declaration of Human Rights. But if these ideals no longer seem radical today, their origin was very radical indeed - far more so than most historians have been willing to recognize. In A Revolution of the Mind, Jonathan Israel, one of the world's leading historians of the Enlightenment, traces the philosophical roots of these ideas to what were the least respectable strata of Enlightenment thought - what he calls the Radical Enlightenment. During the revolutionary decades of the 1770s, 1780s, and 1790s, the Radical Enlightenment burst into the open, only to provoke a long and bitter backlash. A Revolution of the Mind shows that this vigorous opposition was mainly due to the powerful impulses in society to defend the principles of monarchy, aristocracy, empire, and racial hierarchy - principles linked to the upholding of censorship, church authority, social inequality, racial segregation, religious discrimination, and far-reaching privilage for ruling groups. In telling this fascinating history, A Revolution of the Mind reveals the surprising origin of our most cherished values - and helps explain why in certain circles they are frequently disapproved of and attacked even today. The book is published by Princeton University Press. Critic Reviews: "We are lucky that a historian of Israel's caliber has taken these subjects on and lucky, too, that he has now produced a readable introduction to them." (Harper's magazine) Members Reviews: Brilliant Brilliant. A correction to many of the distorted ideas you probably picked up in school and university and an introduction to more exciting ideas that you should have been exposed to but were not. All deftly supported with a basis of solid fact . And written in an elegant and enjoyable style. The reading performance is also first rate. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Tempting-of-America-Audiobook/B002V1NI3C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tempting of America Subtitle: The Political Seduction of the Law Author: Robert H. Bork Narrator: Robert H. Bork Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: On July 1, 1987, Judge Robert H. Bork was nominated to the Supreme Court by Ronald Reagan - but by October 23 of that year, his confirmation was denied. In this candid account of his experiences, he describes the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing from his point of view. He also expounds on his view of politics versus the law, which he was able to see in action, close up, during the second half of 1987. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert H. Bork) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 09:00:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Tempting-of-America-Audiobook/B002V1NI3C thebookvoice.com 03:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tempting of America Subtitle: The Political Seduction of the Law Author: Robert H. Bork Narrator: Robert H. Bork Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: On July 1, 1987, Judge Robert H. Bork was nominated to the Supreme Court by Ronald Reagan - but by October 23 of that year, his confirmation was denied. In this candid account of his experiences, he describes the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing from his point of view. He also expounds on his view of politics versus the law, which he was able to see in action, close up, during the second half of 1987. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tempting of America Subtitle: The Political Seduction of the Law Author: Robert H. Bork Narrator: Robert H. Bork Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: On July 1, 1987, Judge Robert H. Bork was nominated to the Supreme Court by Ronald Reagan - but by October 23 of that year, his confirmation was denied. In this candid account of his experiences, he describes the Senate Judiciary Committee's hearing from his point of view. He also expounds on his view of politics versus the law, which he was able to see in action, close up, during the second half of 1987. Members Reviews: Bork'd??? Really??? Would you consider the audio edition of The Tempting of America to be better than the print version? only heard the audio. Have to trust that the Honorable Judge uttered what he said. What did you like best about this story? The utterance. Have you listened to any of Robert H. Borks other performances before? How does this one compare? There are virtually no jurists in our time that subscribe to the original intent of the law they are tasked to apply.Judge Bork stands as one who applies, or does not apply the law as it was written, with great regard for the intent. What is left to compare is an unwaivering devotion to original intent. What was the law meant to address? Does it address this case?? If not, does it apply??? If I cannot reconcile these things, can I rule outside of my own moral beliefs? Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No, but your inquiry surely tweaked me! Any additional comments? Why do you ask??? https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Freemasonry-Audiobook/B0036HXXCG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freemasonry Subtitle: The Pocket Essential Guide Author: Giles Morgan Narrator: Jake Opie Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-23-08 Publisher: Matrix Digital Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: To some they represent a powerful and shadowy elite who have manipulated world history throughout the ages, whilst to others they are an altogether more mundane and benign fraternal organisation. Giles Morgan begins by exploring the obscure and uncertain origins of Freemasonry. It has been variously argued that it derives from the practices of medieval stonemasons, that it dates to events surrounding the construction of the Temple of Solomon and that it is connected to ancient Mystery Cults. One of the major and often disputed claims made for Freemasonry is that it is directly attributable to the Knights Templar, generating a wealth of best-selling publications such as 'The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail' and more recently Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code', linking Freemasonry to a supposed secret order known as the Priory of Sion who are the guardians of the true nature of the Holy Grail. Freemasonry today is a worldwide phenomenon that accepts membership from a diverse ethnic and religious range of backgrounds. Entry to Freemasonry requires a belief in a Supreme Being although it insists it does not constitute a religion in itself. The rituals and practices of Freemasonry have been viewed as variously obscure, pointless, baffling, sinister and frightening. An intensely stratified and hierarchical structure underpins most Masonic orders whose activities are focussed within meeting points usually termed as Lodges. Giles Morgan examines its historical significance (George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were both Masons) and its position and role in contemporary society. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Giles Morgan) Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:35:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Freemasonry-Audiobook/B0036HXXCG thebookvoice.com 03:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freemasonry Subtitle: The Pocket Essential Guide Author: Giles Morgan Narrator: Jake Opie Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-23-08 Publisher: Matrix Digital Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: To some they represent a powerful and shadowy elite who have manipulated world history throughout the ages, whilst to others they are an altogether more mundane and benign fraternal organisation. Giles Morgan begins by exploring the obscure and uncertain origins of Freemasonry. It has been variously argued that it derives from the practices of medieval stonemasons, that it dates to events surrounding the construction of the Temple of Solomon and that it is connected to ancient Mystery Cults. One of the major and often disputed claims made for Freemasonry is that it is directly attributable to the Knights Templar, generating a wealth of best-selling publications such as 'The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail' and more recently Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code', linking Freemasonry to a supposed secret order known as the Priory of Sion who are the guardians of the true nature of the Holy Grail. Freemasonry today is a worldwide phenomenon that accepts membership from a diverse ethnic and religious range of backgrounds. Entry to Freemasonry requires a belief in a Supreme Being although it insists it does not constitute a religion in itself. The rituals and practices of Freemasonry have been viewed as variously obscure, pointless, baffling, sinister and frightening. An intensely stratified and hierarchical structure underpins most Masonic orders whose activities are focussed within meeting points usually termed as Lodges. Giles Morgan examines its historical significance (George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were both Masons) and its position and role in contemporary society. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freemasonry Subtitle: The Pocket Essential Guide Author: Giles Morgan Narrator: Jake Opie Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-23-08 Publisher: Matrix Digital Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: To some they represent a powerful and shadowy elite who have manipulated world history throughout the ages, whilst to others they are an altogether more mundane and benign fraternal organisation. Giles Morgan begins by exploring the obscure and uncertain origins of Freemasonry. It has been variously argued that it derives from the practices of medieval stonemasons, that it dates to events surrounding the construction of the Temple of Solomon and that it is connected to ancient Mystery Cults. One of the major and often disputed claims made for Freemasonry is that it is directly attributable to the Knights Templar, generating a wealth of best-selling publications such as 'The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail' and more recently Dan Brown's 'The Da Vinci Code', linking Freemasonry to a supposed secret order known as the Priory of Sion who are the guardians of the true nature of the Holy Grail. Freemasonry today is a worldwide phenomenon that accepts membership from a diverse ethnic and religious range of backgrounds. Entry to Freemasonry requires a belief in a Supreme Being although it insists it does not constitute a religion in itself. The rituals and practices of Freemasonry have been viewed as variously obscure, pointless, baffling, sinister and frightening. An intensely stratified and hierarchical structure underpins most Masonic orders whose activities are focussed within meeting points usually termed as Lodges. Giles Morgan examines its historical significance (George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were both Masons) and its position and role in contemporary society. Members Reviews: Wish I had my money back Get rid of the background music and Get a Different Narrator. This guy could put an ADHD child on Energy Drinks to sleep. The book has good info but the whole feel of the audio book makes the Masons sound like a bunch of Crazies. I should have read the book instead of listening. Wish I had my money back. wonderful full of knowledge.very straight forward give me a better understanding.. of the masonic mind set and history.shed. a great deal of light.on the subject of the craft. Freemasonry: The Pocket Essential Guide I was looking forward to this audiobook, unfortunately the narration is just a momotone reading of a script, which includes mispronounced words throughout and even to my astonishmont a self correction done (Live) The words Amateur Hour (or should I say 3 hour's) come to mind. Sorry for being so blunt; but when you pay good money you expect value! this book really is quite poor poor structure, poor content and read by a very bored man. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-US-Supreme-Court-A-Very-Short-Introduction-Audiobook/B00CQ7AKRI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The U.S. Supreme Court: A Very Short Introduction Author: Linda Greenhouse Narrator: Lucinda Gainey Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: For 30 years, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Linda Greenhouse chronicled the activities of the U.S. Supreme Court and its justices as a correspondent for The New York Times. In this Very Short Introduction, she draws on her deep knowledge of the court's history and of its written and unwritten rules to show readers how the Supreme Court really works. Greenhouse offers a fascinating institutional biography of a place and its people - men and women who exercise great power but whose names and faces are unrecognized by many Americans and whose work often appears cloaked in mystery. How do cases get to the Supreme Court? How do the justices go about deciding them? What special role does the chief justice play? What do the law clerks do? How does the court relate to the other branches of government? Greenhouse answers these questions by depicting the justices as they confront deep constitutional issues or wrestle with the meaning of confusing federal statutes. Throughout, the author examines many individual Supreme Court cases to illustrate points under discussion, ranging from Marbury v. Madison, the seminal case which established judicial review, to the recent District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), which struck down the District of Columbia's gun-control statute and which was, surprisingly, the first time in its history that the Court issued an authoritative interpretation of the Second Amendment. To add perspective, Greenhouse also compares the Court to foreign courts, revealing interesting differences. For instance, no other country in the world has chosen to bestow life tenure on its judges. A superb overview packed with telling details, this volume offers a matchless introduction to one of the pillars of American government. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Linda Greenhouse) Mon, 13 May 2013 05:00:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-US-Supreme-Court-A-Very-Short-Introduction-Audiobook/B00CQ7AKRI thebookvoice.com 03:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The U.S. Supreme Court: A Very Short Introduction Author: Linda Greenhouse Narrator: Lucinda Gainey Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: For 30 years, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Linda Greenhouse chronicled the activities of the U.S. Supreme Court and its justices as a correspondent for The New York Times. In this Very Short Introduction, she draws on her deep knowledge of the court's history and of its written and unwritten rules to show readers how the Supreme Court really works. Greenhouse offers a fascinating institutional biography of a place and its people - men and women who exercise great power but whose names and faces are unrecognized by many Americans and whose work often appears cloaked in mystery. How do cases get to the Supreme Court? How do the justices go about deciding them? What special role does the chief justice play? What do the law clerks do? How does the court relate to the other branches of government? Greenhouse answers these questions by depicting the justices as they confront deep constitutional issues or wrestle with the meaning of confusing federal statutes. Throughout, the author examines many individual Supreme Court cases to illustrate points under discussion, ranging from Marbury v. Madison, the seminal case which established judicial review, to the recent District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), which struck down the District of Columbia's gun-control statute and which was, surprisingly, the first time in its history that the Court issued an authoritative interpretation of the Second Amendment. To add perspective, Greenhouse also compares the Court to foreign courts, revealing interesting differences. For instance, no other country in the world has chosen to bestow life tenure on its judges. A superb overview packed with telling details, this volume offers a matchless introduction to one of the pillars of American government. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The U.S. Supreme Court: A Very Short Introduction Author: Linda Greenhouse Narrator: Lucinda Gainey Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: For 30 years, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Linda Greenhouse chronicled the activities of the U.S. Supreme Court and its justices as a correspondent for The New York Times. In this Very Short Introduction, she draws on her deep knowledge of the court's history and of its written and unwritten rules to show readers how the Supreme Court really works. Greenhouse offers a fascinating institutional biography of a place and its people - men and women who exercise great power but whose names and faces are unrecognized by many Americans and whose work often appears cloaked in mystery. How do cases get to the Supreme Court? How do the justices go about deciding them? What special role does the chief justice play? What do the law clerks do? How does the court relate to the other branches of government? Greenhouse answers these questions by depicting the justices as they confront deep constitutional issues or wrestle with the meaning of confusing federal statutes. Throughout, the author examines many individual Supreme Court cases to illustrate points under discussion, ranging from Marbury v. Madison, the seminal case which established judicial review, to the recent District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), which struck down the District of Columbia's gun-control statute and which was, surprisingly, the first time in its history that the Court issued an authoritative interpretation of the Second Amendment. To add perspective, Greenhouse also compares the Court to foreign courts, revealing interesting differences. For instance, no other country in the world has chosen to bestow life tenure on its judges. A superb overview packed with telling details, this volume offers a matchless introduction to one of the pillars of American government. Members Reviews: The Making of Judicial Branch The judicial branch of government in the United States had a remarkable development. Linda Greenhouse introduces the reader to the Supreme Court, its formation, development and the role it performs in the public square. The Supreme Court's decisions shaped importants aspects of american life and gave to the Judiciary a crucial position, one of protagonism in the social arena. The book made insightful remarks about the composition of the Court, the way its members are choosed and the rules that governed its works. In this short work one has a valuable resource about the rule of the law in american democracy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Prince-and-Discourse-on-Voluntary-Servitude-Audiobook/B002V5CM76 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince and Discourse on Voluntary Servitude Author: Niccolo Machiavelli, Etienne de la Boetie Narrator: Craig Deitschmann Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: De la Boetie wrote Discourse on Voluntary Servitude in 16th century France during the birth of the nation-state, the rise of absolute monarchy, and intense religious and civil wars. He examines the psychology of political obedience, the structure and specific mechanisms of state authority, the motives of those who obey and those who command, and the phenomenon of obedience in the absence of force. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Niccolo Machiavelli) Tue, 08 Aug 2006 14:57:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Prince-and-Discourse-on-Voluntary-Servitude-Audiobook/B002V5CM76 thebookvoice.com 02:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince and Discourse on Voluntary Servitude Author: Niccolo Machiavelli, Etienne de la Boetie Narrator: Craig Deitschmann Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: De la Boetie wrote Discourse on Voluntary Servitude in 16th century France during the birth of the nation-state, the rise of absolute monarchy, and intense religious and civil wars. He examines the psychology of political obedience, the structure and specific mechanisms of state authority, the motives of those who obey and those who command, and the phenomenon of obedience in the absence of force. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince and Discourse on Voluntary Servitude Author: Niccolo Machiavelli, Etienne de la Boetie Narrator: Craig Deitschmann Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: De la Boetie wrote Discourse on Voluntary Servitude in 16th century France during the birth of the nation-state, the rise of absolute monarchy, and intense religious and civil wars. He examines the psychology of political obedience, the structure and specific mechanisms of state authority, the motives of those who obey and those who command, and the phenomenon of obedience in the absence of force. Members Reviews: not bad pretty good new to book reviewing here: I wanted a briefing of Machiavelli and ended up learning about Etienne de la Boetie. I feel like I got an extra surprise. The narrator talks about their writings and what the world was like around them so you get an idea of why they said and thought what they did. There are other voices used to narrate different people and that helps me stay focused. No monotone on this recording. It's a decent discussion about two very important pieces of political/social guidance. FYI: I can't stand fiction. I can only read for academics. On a scale of 1 - 10, 10 being the most comprehendible, I give this audio book an 8. I recommend this book as pretty easy to digest. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Fraternity-Audiobook/B006J9E5JS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fraternity Subtitle: In 1968, a visionary priest recruited 20 black men to the College of the Holy Cross and changed their lives and the course of history. Author: Diane Brady Narrator: Dominic Hoffman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The inspiring true story of a group of young men whose lives were changed by a visionary mentor On April 4, 1968, the death of Martin Luther King, Jr., shocked the nation. Later that month, the Reverend John Brooks, a professor of theology at the College of the Holy Cross who shared Dr. Kings dream of an integrated society, drove up and down the East Coast searching for African American high school students to recruit to the school, young men he felt had the potential to succeed if given an opportunity. Among the twenty students he had a hand in recruiting that year were Clarence Thomas, the future Supreme Court justice; Edward P. Jones, who would go on to win a Pulitzer Prize for literature; and Theodore Wells, who would become one of the nations most successful defense attorneys. Many of the others went on to become stars in their fields as well. In Fraternity, Diane Brady follows five of the men through their college years. Not only did the future president of Holy Cross convince the young men to attend the school, he also obtained full scholarships to support them, and then mentored, defended, coached, and befriended them through an often challenging four years of college, pushing them to reach for goals that would sustain them as adults. Would these young men have become the leaders they are today without Father Brookss involvement? Fraternity is a triumphant testament to the power of education and mentorship, and a compelling argument for the difference one person can make in the lives of others. Critic Reviews: Holy Cross, Black Power, and the Sixties could have been an unholy mix. A bold Jesuit priest made it a holy one. The story of Father John Brooks, Clarence Thomas, Ted Wells, and the others rings with power, pride, and human feeling. Fraternity and the saga it retells adds honor to my college. (Chris Matthews, anchor, MSNBCs Hardball with Chris Matthews) Diane Bradys book brilliantly shows how the attention and concern of one man changed not only the course of these individual lives but the course of history. This book is a template of how we should all think about both our societal responsibility and the gift of mentorship. (Wes Moore, author of The Other Wes Moore) An incredibly inspiring book... Diane Brady has captured the story not just of a group of amazing black men and their mentor but of an era. But most of all, Fraternity is about the power of hope, the power of presence in the lives of others, the power of mentorship, role modeling, and actionable belief. And this is why I see this book as the best modern-day example of the continued power of Dr. Kings Dream. (John Hope Bryant, founder and CEO of Operation HOPE and author of Love Leadership: The New Way to Lead in a Fear-Based World) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Diane Brady) Tue, 03 Jan 2012 14:15:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Fraternity-Audiobook/B006J9E5JS thebookvoice.com 07:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fraternity Subtitle: In 1968, a visionary priest recruited 20 black men to the College of the Holy Cross and changed their lives and the course of history. Author: Diane Brady Narrator: Dominic Hoffman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The inspiring true story of a group of young men whose lives were changed by a visionary mentor On April 4, 1968, the death of Martin Luther King, Jr., shocked the nation. Later that month, the Reverend John Brooks, a professor of theology at the College of the Holy Cross who shared Dr. Kings dream of an integrated society, drove up and down the East Coast searching for African American high school students to recruit to the school, young men he felt had the potential to succeed if given an opportunity. Among the twenty students he had a hand in recruiting that year were Clarence Thomas, the future Supreme Court justice; Edward P. Jones, who would go on to win a Pulitzer Prize for literature; and Theodore Wells, who would become one of the nations most successful defense attorneys. Many of the others went on to become stars in their fields as well. In Fraternity, Diane Brady follows five of the men through their college years. Not only did the future president of Holy Cross convince the young men to attend the school, he also obtained full scholarships to support them, and then mentored, defended, coached, and befriended them through an often challenging four years of college, pushing them to reach for goals that would sustain them as adults. Would these young men have become the leaders they are today without Father Brookss involvement? Fraternity is a triumphant testament to the power of education and mentorship, and a compelling argument for the difference one person can make in the lives of others. Critic Reviews: Holy Cross, Black Power, and the Sixties could have been an unholy mix. A bold Jesuit priest made it a holy one. The story of Father John Brooks, Clarence Thomas, Ted Wells, and the others rings with power, pride, and human feeling. Fraternity and the saga it retells adds honor to my college. (Chris Matthews, anchor, MSNBCs Hardball with Chris Matthews) Diane Bradys book brilliantly shows how the attention and concern of one man changed not only the course of these individual lives but the course of history. This book is a template of how we should all think about both our societal responsibility and the gift of mentorship. (Wes Moore, author of The Other Wes Moore) An incredibly inspiring book... Diane Brady has captured the story not just of a group of amazing black men and their mentor but of an era. But most of all, Fraternity is about the power of hope, the power of presence in the lives of others, the power of mentorship, role modeling, and actionable belief. And this is why I see this book as the best modern-day example of the continued power of Dr. Kings Dream. (John Hope Bryant, founder and CEO of Operation HOPE and author of Love Leadership: The New Way to Lead in a Fear-Based World) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fraternity Subtitle: In 1968, a visionary priest recruited 20 black men to the College of the Holy Cross and changed their lives and the course of history. Author: Diane Brady Narrator: Dominic Hoffman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-03-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The inspiring true story of a group of young men whose lives were changed by a visionary mentor On April 4, 1968, the death of Martin Luther King, Jr., shocked the nation. Later that month, the Reverend John Brooks, a professor of theology at the College of the Holy Cross who shared Dr. Kings dream of an integrated society, drove up and down the East Coast searching for African American high school students to recruit to the school, young men he felt had the potential to succeed if given an opportunity. Among the twenty students he had a hand in recruiting that year were Clarence Thomas, the future Supreme Court justice; Edward P. Jones, who would go on to win a Pulitzer Prize for literature; and Theodore Wells, who would become one of the nations most successful defense attorneys. Many of the others went on to become stars in their fields as well. In Fraternity, Diane Brady follows five of the men through their college years. Not only did the future president of Holy Cross convince the young men to attend the school, he also obtained full scholarships to support them, and then mentored, defended, coached, and befriended them through an often challenging four years of college, pushing them to reach for goals that would sustain them as adults. Would these young men have become the leaders they are today without Father Brookss involvement? Fraternity is a triumphant testament to the power of education and mentorship, and a compelling argument for the difference one person can make in the lives of others. Critic Reviews: Holy Cross, Black Power, and the Sixties could have been an unholy mix. A bold Jesuit priest made it a holy one. The story of Father John Brooks, Clarence Thomas, Ted Wells, and the others rings with power, pride, and human feeling. Fraternity and the saga it retells adds honor to my college. (Chris Matthews, anchor, MSNBCs Hardball with Chris Matthews) Diane Bradys book brilliantly shows how the attention and concern of one man changed not only the course of these individual lives but the course of history. This book is a template of how we should all think about both our societal responsibility and the gift of mentorship. (Wes Moore, author of The Other Wes Moore) An incredibly inspiring book... Diane Brady has captured the story not just of a group of amazing black men and their mentor but of an era. But most of all, Fraternity is about the power of hope, the power of presence in the lives of others, the power of mentorship, role modeling, and actionable belief. And this is why I see this book as the best modern-day example of the continued power of Dr. Kings Dream. (John Hope Bryant, founder and CEO of Operation HOPE and author of Love Leadership: The New Way to Lead in a Fear-Based World) Members Reviews: AMAZING & UPLIFTING ACCOUNT This is a fantastic story about what a black man can accomplish when someone believes in him.. I have a personal insight since I was a high school friend of one of the young men featured here: high profile criminal defense attorney, Theodore V. Wells. Growing up in the 1960s as an honor student with "Tokey" at Coolidge High School in Washington DC, I always knew he would be successful with his great leadership skills and personal charisma. Many of our school mates became top black lawyers and doctors. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/God-and-Race-in-American-Politics-Audiobook/B0045DPMA6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: God and Race in American Politics Subtitle: A Short History Author: Mark A. Noll Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Noll, one of the most influential historians of American religion writing today, traces the explosive political effects of the religious intermingling with race. Noll demonstrates how supporters and opponents of slavery and segregation drew equally on the Bible to justify the morality of their positions. He shows how a common evangelical heritage supported Jim Crow discrimination and contributed powerfully to the black theology of liberation preached by Martin Luther King Jr. In probing such connections, Noll takes listeners from the 1830 slave revolt of Nat Turner through Reconstruction and the long Jim Crow era, from the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s to "values" voting in recent presidential elections. He argues that the greatest transformations in American political history, from the Civil War through the civil rights revolution and beyond, constitute an interconnected narrative in which opposing appeals to Biblical truth gave rise to often-contradictory religious and moral complexities. And he shows how this heritage remains alive today in controversies surrounding stem-cell research and abortion as well as civil rights reform. God and Race in American Politics is a panoramic history that reveals the profound role of religion in American political history and in American discourse on race and social justice. The book is published by Princeton University Press. Critic Reviews: "[Noll's] work will be a must read for scholars of U.S. religious and political history." (Choice) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark A. Noll) Thu, 30 Sep 2010 14:46:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/God-and-Race-in-American-Politics-Audiobook/B0045DPMA6 thebookvoice.com 05:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: God and Race in American Politics Subtitle: A Short History Author: Mark A. Noll Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Noll, one of the most influential historians of American religion writing today, traces the explosive political effects of the religious intermingling with race. Noll demonstrates how supporters and opponents of slavery and segregation drew equally on the Bible to justify the morality of their positions. He shows how a common evangelical heritage supported Jim Crow discrimination and contributed powerfully to the black theology of liberation preached by Martin Luther King Jr. In probing such connections, Noll takes listeners from the 1830 slave revolt of Nat Turner through Reconstruction and the long Jim Crow era, from the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s to "values" voting in recent presidential elections. He argues that the greatest transformations in American political history, from the Civil War through the civil rights revolution and beyond, constitute an interconnected narrative in which opposing appeals to Biblical truth gave rise to often-contradictory religious and moral complexities. And he shows how this heritage remains alive today in controversies surrounding stem-cell research and abortion as well as civil rights reform. God and Race in American Politics is a panoramic history that reveals the profound role of religion in American political history and in American discourse on race and social justice. The book is published by Princeton University Press. Critic Reviews: "[Noll's] work will be a must read for scholars of U.S. religious and political history." (Choice) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: God and Race in American Politics Subtitle: A Short History Author: Mark A. Noll Narrator: Adam Verner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Mark Noll, one of the most influential historians of American religion writing today, traces the explosive political effects of the religious intermingling with race. Noll demonstrates how supporters and opponents of slavery and segregation drew equally on the Bible to justify the morality of their positions. He shows how a common evangelical heritage supported Jim Crow discrimination and contributed powerfully to the black theology of liberation preached by Martin Luther King Jr. In probing such connections, Noll takes listeners from the 1830 slave revolt of Nat Turner through Reconstruction and the long Jim Crow era, from the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s to "values" voting in recent presidential elections. He argues that the greatest transformations in American political history, from the Civil War through the civil rights revolution and beyond, constitute an interconnected narrative in which opposing appeals to Biblical truth gave rise to often-contradictory religious and moral complexities. And he shows how this heritage remains alive today in controversies surrounding stem-cell research and abortion as well as civil rights reform. God and Race in American Politics is a panoramic history that reveals the profound role of religion in American political history and in American discourse on race and social justice. The book is published by Princeton University Press. Critic Reviews: "[Noll's] work will be a must read for scholars of U.S. religious and political history." (Choice) Members Reviews: American history requires God and Race to be whole I very much respect Mark Nolls work as a historian. So after re-reading The Civil War as Theological Crisis, I looked around to see if there were any audiobooks of Nolls works. I listen to a lot of audiobooks because a lot of my job is processing data. As long as I dont have to write, I can listen. The only book at Audible by Noll other than The Civil War as Theological Crisis was God and Race in American Politics. Noll is primarily known as a historian of North American Evangelicalism. But this is a natural followup to his Civil War as Theological Crisis. Instead of looking at the theological response to issues of race and slavery (as he did in Civil War), Noll expands his view to take a quick survey at how Race and Religion interacted over the history of the US until the 2004 Presidential Election. As you might expect a good historian to say, the reality is much more complicated than the traditional story that is told in your 4th grade US history class. But Noll does a very good job surveying those complications in less than 200 pages. His first chapter covers a lot of similar ground as the Civil War as theological crisis. Essentially, the common reading of the bible prior to the Civil War was that slavery was a biblical practice, and calling for the end of slavery as a theological statement for most people meant that they had to reject the common reading of scripture and be accused of rejecting orthodox Christianity. And many abolitionists did explicitly reject Christianity (or at least the more orthodox forms of Christianity). But here, Noll spends a good bit of time observing that it was not slavery, but racially based slavery that was the real issue. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fight-for-Jerusalem-Audiobook/B002V0QKXS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fight for Jerusalem Subtitle: Radical Islam, the West, and the Future of the Holy City Author: Dore Gold Narrator: Nadia May Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Radical Islam has long desired to seize Jerusalem and make it off limits to Christian and Jewish believers. In this revealing book, Dore Gold, best-selling author and former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, reminds us that the war on terror is also a war on faith. Gold argues that only an Israeli-controlled Jerusalem can preserve the city's freedom and its openness to people of all faiths. Referring to recent archaeological discoveries, he suggests that uncovering Jerusalem's past and the truth of biblical history can be the key to saving its future. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dore Gold) Wed, 17 Jan 2007 19:04:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fight-for-Jerusalem-Audiobook/B002V0QKXS thebookvoice.com 10:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fight for Jerusalem Subtitle: Radical Islam, the West, and the Future of the Holy City Author: Dore Gold Narrator: Nadia May Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Radical Islam has long desired to seize Jerusalem and make it off limits to Christian and Jewish believers. In this revealing book, Dore Gold, best-selling author and former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, reminds us that the war on terror is also a war on faith. Gold argues that only an Israeli-controlled Jerusalem can preserve the city's freedom and its openness to people of all faiths. Referring to recent archaeological discoveries, he suggests that uncovering Jerusalem's past and the truth of biblical history can be the key to saving its future. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fight for Jerusalem Subtitle: Radical Islam, the West, and the Future of the Holy City Author: Dore Gold Narrator: Nadia May Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Radical Islam has long desired to seize Jerusalem and make it off limits to Christian and Jewish believers. In this revealing book, Dore Gold, best-selling author and former Israeli ambassador to the United Nations, reminds us that the war on terror is also a war on faith. Gold argues that only an Israeli-controlled Jerusalem can preserve the city's freedom and its openness to people of all faiths. Referring to recent archaeological discoveries, he suggests that uncovering Jerusalem's past and the truth of biblical history can be the key to saving its future. Members Reviews: Jerusalem - the epicenter of faiths The "Fight for Jerusalem" by Dore Gold is a very good journalistic, fact book. So, in some sense it is difficult to review, because it has sort-of apologetic character, that would be difficult to praise if it was a novel. But this is the book, that opens ones eyes on the nature of the conflict over Jerusalem. The conflict that originates in inability of many people to recognize the central role of Jerusalem and, in particular, of Temple Mount, to those who are not Muslims. It is hard to believe but there are still people (mostly on the Arab side of the conflict) that try to deny the sanctity of the place for Judaism. There are theories, endorsed by some Palestinian circles, telling that Temple Mount was not the place where Holy of Holiest was in the past. Dore Gold, through the survey of Jerusalem history, goes to the description of current situation in Jerusalem. What is incredible in this book is the revealing of facts that we have no chance to know. For example, all good people of the world condemn Iranian's leader Ahmadinejad, but we do not know that this guy believes in the return of 12th Imam, Mahdi !!! What it means in practice, is just horrible. In the name of his idea of G-d, he is ready to destroy the world, and to start this destruction in Jerusalem. Unfortunately, short survey of Internet using "Ahmadinejad Mahdi imam" supports what Dore Gold wrote.... The another fact, not very well known, is the removal of tons of rubble from The Temple Mount,by WAKF (Arabic governing body of Temple Mount) - the rubble that contained artefacts fromeven the First Salomon Temple. Unfortunately you could easily confirm that it indeed happened.... Maybe Dore Gold is a bit too appologetic, but, for God's sake - it is for the good reason as the book shows how important for all people of the world is the religious freedom on the Temple Mount. Good but Dry I gave it 5 stars, but it's dry as toast. It would be better read than listened to, but the content itself is flawless, and presented very well. I just can't imagine that the book could be written any differently, and so it's just a dry subject. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bolivarian-Revolution-Revolutions-Series-Audiobook/B004XDO06U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bolivarian Revolution (Revolutions Series) Subtitle: Hugo Chavez presents Simon Bolivar Author: Simon Bolivar, Hugo Chavez Narrator: Stuart MacLoughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Venezuelan revolutionary Simón Bolívar, also known as El Libertador, sought to lead Latin America to independence from the Spanish in the early nineteenth century. Ever since he has been held as a model for subsequent Latin American radicals; Hugo Chávez, President of Venezuela, has dubbed his own programmes of social reform the Bolívarian Revolution . In his introduction to this collection of Bolívar s writings, Chávez explains why Bolívar continues to inspire. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Simon Bolivar) Fri, 22 Apr 2011 22:31:28 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bolivarian-Revolution-Revolutions-Series-Audiobook/B004XDO06U thebookvoice.com 05:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bolivarian Revolution (Revolutions Series) Subtitle: Hugo Chavez presents Simon Bolivar Author: Simon Bolivar, Hugo Chavez Narrator: Stuart MacLoughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Venezuelan revolutionary Simón Bolívar, also known as El Libertador, sought to lead Latin America to independence from the Spanish in the early nineteenth century. Ever since he has been held as a model for subsequent Latin American radicals; Hugo Chávez, President of Venezuela, has dubbed his own programmes of social reform the Bolívarian Revolution . In his introduction to this collection of Bolívar s writings, Chávez explains why Bolívar continues to inspire. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bolivarian Revolution (Revolutions Series) Subtitle: Hugo Chavez presents Simon Bolivar Author: Simon Bolivar, Hugo Chavez Narrator: Stuart MacLoughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Venezuelan revolutionary Simón Bolívar, also known as El Libertador, sought to lead Latin America to independence from the Spanish in the early nineteenth century. Ever since he has been held as a model for subsequent Latin American radicals; Hugo Chávez, President of Venezuela, has dubbed his own programmes of social reform the Bolívarian Revolution . In his introduction to this collection of Bolívar s writings, Chávez explains why Bolívar continues to inspire. Members Reviews: Inspiring story Truly amazing and inspirational book. It's about Simoan boulevar revolution. The beginning by Hugo Chavez loved it. Must read https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Frost-Nixon-Audiobook/B002V1J94E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Frost/Nixon Author: David Frost Narrator: David Frost Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This is Frost's absorbing story of his pursuit of Richard Nixon, and is no less revealing of his own toughness and pertinacity than of the ex-President's elusiveness. Frost's encounters with such figures as Swifty Lazar, Ron Ziegler, potential sponsors, and Nixon as negotiator are nothing short of hilarious, and his insight into the taping of the programs themselves is fascinating. Frost/Nixon provides the authoritative account of the only public trial that Nixon would ever have, and a revelation of the man's character as it appeared in the stress of 11 grueling sessions before the cameras. Including historical perspective and transcripts of the edited interviews, this is the story of Sir David Frost's quest to produce one of the most dramatic pieces of television ever broadcast, described by commentators at the time as "a catharsis" for the American people. Editorial Reviews: The celebrated British television interviewer intones with gravitas his pursuit of the "biggest fish" in his career, disgraced former President Richard Nixon. In an enigmatic accent, Frost engrosses the listener in the behind-the-scenes machinations necessary to put together an unheard of deal. He admits his anxiety about his attempt to reel in the president and allows that tension to drive the rhythm of the narration. Most enjoyable is his vocal tone when delivering the more outrageous portions of the memoir. Proving himself worthy of the accolades he received for his long career as a storyteller and interviewer, Frost makes this work well worth the time and attention of the listener. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Frost) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:06:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Frost-Nixon-Audiobook/B002V1J94E thebookvoice.com 04:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Frost/Nixon Author: David Frost Narrator: David Frost Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This is Frost's absorbing story of his pursuit of Richard Nixon, and is no less revealing of his own toughness and pertinacity than of the ex-President's elusiveness. Frost's encounters with such figures as Swifty Lazar, Ron Ziegler, potential sponsors, and Nixon as negotiator are nothing short of hilarious, and his insight into the taping of the programs themselves is fascinating. Frost/Nixon provides the authoritative account of the only public trial that Nixon would ever have, and a revelation of the man's character as it appeared in the stress of 11 grueling sessions before the cameras. Including historical perspective and transcripts of the edited interviews, this is the story of Sir David Frost's quest to produce one of the most dramatic pieces of television ever broadcast, described by commentators at the time as "a catharsis" for the American people. Editorial Reviews: The celebrated British television interviewer intones with gravitas his pursuit of the "biggest fish" in his career, disgraced former President Richard Nixon. In an enigmatic accent, Frost engrosses the listener in the behind-the-scenes machinations necessary to put together an unheard of deal. He admits his anxiety about his attempt to reel in the president and allows that tension to drive the rhythm of the narration. Most enjoyable is his vocal tone when delivering the more outrageous portions of the memoir. Proving himself worthy of the accolades he received for his long career as a storyteller and interviewer, Frost makes this work well worth the time and attention of the listener. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Frost/Nixon Author: David Frost Narrator: David Frost Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-08 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This is Frost's absorbing story of his pursuit of Richard Nixon, and is no less revealing of his own toughness and pertinacity than of the ex-President's elusiveness. Frost's encounters with such figures as Swifty Lazar, Ron Ziegler, potential sponsors, and Nixon as negotiator are nothing short of hilarious, and his insight into the taping of the programs themselves is fascinating. Frost/Nixon provides the authoritative account of the only public trial that Nixon would ever have, and a revelation of the man's character as it appeared in the stress of 11 grueling sessions before the cameras. Including historical perspective and transcripts of the edited interviews, this is the story of Sir David Frost's quest to produce one of the most dramatic pieces of television ever broadcast, described by commentators at the time as "a catharsis" for the American people. Editorial Reviews: The celebrated British television interviewer intones with gravitas his pursuit of the "biggest fish" in his career, disgraced former President Richard Nixon. In an enigmatic accent, Frost engrosses the listener in the behind-the-scenes machinations necessary to put together an unheard of deal. He admits his anxiety about his attempt to reel in the president and allows that tension to drive the rhythm of the narration. Most enjoyable is his vocal tone when delivering the more outrageous portions of the memoir. Proving himself worthy of the accolades he received for his long career as a storyteller and interviewer, Frost makes this work well worth the time and attention of the listener. Members Reviews: Great excerpts and interviews, just an okay book. The actual excerpts from Nixon himself and the real interviews, make this listen excellent and completely worth it. Otherwise, the narrators voice is dull and very boring and thus, that makes this a very dry listen and a little hard to follow and get my undivided attention. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Beautiful-Souls-Audiobook/B00852GKSQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beautiful Souls Subtitle: Saying No, Breaking Ranks, and Heeding the Voice of Conscience in Dark Times Author: Eyal Press Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: On the Swiss border with Austria in 1938, a police captain refuses to enforce a law barring Jewish refugees from entering his country. In the Balkans half a century later, a Serb from the war-blasted city of Vukovar defies his superiors in order to save the lives of Croats. At the height of the Second Intifada, a member of Israel's most elite military unit informs his commander he doesn't want to serve in the occupied territories. Fifty years after Hannah Arendt examined the dynamics of conformity in her seminal account of the Eichmann trial, Beautiful Souls explores the flipside of the banality of evil, mapping out what impels ordinary people to defy the sway of authority and convention. Through the dramatic stories of unlikely resisters who feel the flicker of conscience when thrust into morally compromising situations, Eyal Press shows that the boldest acts of dissent are often carried out not by radicals seeking to overthrow the system but by true believers who cling with unusual fierceness to their convictions. Drawing on groundbreaking research by moral psychologists and neuroscientists, Beautiful Souls culminates with the story of a financial industry whistleblower who loses her job after refusing to sell a toxic product she rightly suspects is being misleadingly advertised. At a time of economic calamity and political unrest, this deeply reported work of narrative journalism examines the choices and dilemmas we all face when our principles collide with the loyalties we harbor and the duties we are expected to fulfill. Critic Reviews: "This thought-provoking and moving narrative highlights the different ways people react to moral quandaries and, at its best, makes us question the role our own passivity or acquiescence plays in allowing unconscionable acts to happen on our watch." ( Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Eyal Press) Mon, 28 May 2012 02:52:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Beautiful-Souls-Audiobook/B00852GKSQ thebookvoice.com 07:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beautiful Souls Subtitle: Saying No, Breaking Ranks, and Heeding the Voice of Conscience in Dark Times Author: Eyal Press Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: On the Swiss border with Austria in 1938, a police captain refuses to enforce a law barring Jewish refugees from entering his country. In the Balkans half a century later, a Serb from the war-blasted city of Vukovar defies his superiors in order to save the lives of Croats. At the height of the Second Intifada, a member of Israel's most elite military unit informs his commander he doesn't want to serve in the occupied territories. Fifty years after Hannah Arendt examined the dynamics of conformity in her seminal account of the Eichmann trial, Beautiful Souls explores the flipside of the banality of evil, mapping out what impels ordinary people to defy the sway of authority and convention. Through the dramatic stories of unlikely resisters who feel the flicker of conscience when thrust into morally compromising situations, Eyal Press shows that the boldest acts of dissent are often carried out not by radicals seeking to overthrow the system but by true believers who cling with unusual fierceness to their convictions. Drawing on groundbreaking research by moral psychologists and neuroscientists, Beautiful Souls culminates with the story of a financial industry whistleblower who loses her job after refusing to sell a toxic product she rightly suspects is being misleadingly advertised. At a time of economic calamity and political unrest, this deeply reported work of narrative journalism examines the choices and dilemmas we all face when our principles collide with the loyalties we harbor and the duties we are expected to fulfill. Critic Reviews: "This thought-provoking and moving narrative highlights the different ways people react to moral quandaries and, at its best, makes us question the role our own passivity or acquiescence plays in allowing unconscionable acts to happen on our watch." ( Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beautiful Souls Subtitle: Saying No, Breaking Ranks, and Heeding the Voice of Conscience in Dark Times Author: Eyal Press Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: On the Swiss border with Austria in 1938, a police captain refuses to enforce a law barring Jewish refugees from entering his country. In the Balkans half a century later, a Serb from the war-blasted city of Vukovar defies his superiors in order to save the lives of Croats. At the height of the Second Intifada, a member of Israel's most elite military unit informs his commander he doesn't want to serve in the occupied territories. Fifty years after Hannah Arendt examined the dynamics of conformity in her seminal account of the Eichmann trial, Beautiful Souls explores the flipside of the banality of evil, mapping out what impels ordinary people to defy the sway of authority and convention. Through the dramatic stories of unlikely resisters who feel the flicker of conscience when thrust into morally compromising situations, Eyal Press shows that the boldest acts of dissent are often carried out not by radicals seeking to overthrow the system but by true believers who cling with unusual fierceness to their convictions. Drawing on groundbreaking research by moral psychologists and neuroscientists, Beautiful Souls culminates with the story of a financial industry whistleblower who loses her job after refusing to sell a toxic product she rightly suspects is being misleadingly advertised. At a time of economic calamity and political unrest, this deeply reported work of narrative journalism examines the choices and dilemmas we all face when our principles collide with the loyalties we harbor and the duties we are expected to fulfill. Critic Reviews: "This thought-provoking and moving narrative highlights the different ways people react to moral quandaries and, at its best, makes us question the role our own passivity or acquiescence plays in allowing unconscionable acts to happen on our watch." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Interesting book I liked this book. Why I liked was that Eyal Press explains in deep detail on the morals of a person on how far they will go to help those in need or risk losing their job to solve a wrong doing that they know is wrong and will go to great lengths to fight the company or person. Certain things I had to pay attention more on was the fact that the author does get you hooked than takes you on a new subject and you have to switch gears to understand whats happening next. Overall, this book is interesting about how it covers real events in history during the dark time and how people were responding to one another. Interesting but underwhelming Interesting. A worthwhile and straightforward read - heavy handed in unusual ways but weak in the places the book needs it most - underwhelming overall. I'm left feeling that I want to read better written works on the topic. Terrible narration doesn't help me to recommend this title in audiobook form. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Edmund-Burke-Audiobook/B002V8MYI0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edmund Burke Subtitle: A Genius Reconsidered Author: Russell Kirk Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: He lucidly unfolds Burke's philosophy, showing how it revealed itself in concrete historical situations in the 18th century and how Burke, through his philosophy, "speaks to our age". This volume makes vivid the four great struggles in the life of Burke: his work for conciliation with the American colonies; his involvement in cutting down the domestic power of George III; his prosecution of Warren Hastings, the Governor-General of India; and his resistance to Jacobinism, the French Revolution's "armed doctrine." In each of these great phases of his public life, Burke fought with passionate eloquence and relentless logic for justice and for the proper balance of order and freedom. With sure instinct born of his sympathy and understanding, Russell Kirk gives us the incisive quotation, the illuminating highlight, the moving, all-too-human elements that bring Burke and his times to vivid life. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Russell Kirk) Mon, 17 Oct 2005 15:44:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Edmund-Burke-Audiobook/B002V8MYI0 thebookvoice.com 06:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edmund Burke Subtitle: A Genius Reconsidered Author: Russell Kirk Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: He lucidly unfolds Burke's philosophy, showing how it revealed itself in concrete historical situations in the 18th century and how Burke, through his philosophy, "speaks to our age". This volume makes vivid the four great struggles in the life of Burke: his work for conciliation with the American colonies; his involvement in cutting down the domestic power of George III; his prosecution of Warren Hastings, the Governor-General of India; and his resistance to Jacobinism, the French Revolution's "armed doctrine." In each of these great phases of his public life, Burke fought with passionate eloquence and relentless logic for justice and for the proper balance of order and freedom. With sure instinct born of his sympathy and understanding, Russell Kirk gives us the incisive quotation, the illuminating highlight, the moving, all-too-human elements that bring Burke and his times to vivid life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edmund Burke Subtitle: A Genius Reconsidered Author: Russell Kirk Narrator: Jeff Riggenbach Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: He lucidly unfolds Burke's philosophy, showing how it revealed itself in concrete historical situations in the 18th century and how Burke, through his philosophy, "speaks to our age". This volume makes vivid the four great struggles in the life of Burke: his work for conciliation with the American colonies; his involvement in cutting down the domestic power of George III; his prosecution of Warren Hastings, the Governor-General of India; and his resistance to Jacobinism, the French Revolution's "armed doctrine." In each of these great phases of his public life, Burke fought with passionate eloquence and relentless logic for justice and for the proper balance of order and freedom. With sure instinct born of his sympathy and understanding, Russell Kirk gives us the incisive quotation, the illuminating highlight, the moving, all-too-human elements that bring Burke and his times to vivid life. Members Reviews: Exceptional book This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Edmund Burke. Beautifully written, well narrated and very inspiring, Kirk offers a profound perspective into the life and times of Burke. Narration too Fast for Me Edmund Burke is indeed a genius, and Kirk gives us an excellent book about him. It is part biography, part analysis of Burke's ideas and significance. If you want an extremely detailed biography or analysis, this book is not the place to go. But if you want Burke in a nutshell (200+ pages), this is ideal. My only complaint: the narrator reads too fast. If you are following along with the text of the book, this may not be a problem. But if you are just listening, you don't have time to digest what the reader just said because he's already racing on to the next sentence. A more moderate tempo is really needed... Good Intro to Edmund Burke This book is very interesting and you will learn how relevant Edmund Burke was to the British reactions to the American and French revolutions. Most importantly, how Burke identified the evils of the French Revolution before others could detect the existential danger to civilization. Ultimately, the Jacobins of today (liberals and progressives) still believe the same twisted, dangerous things they believed in the 1700's, this makes Burke very important to the modern conservative. The book is heavy on policy and light on personal life, which is very good. I am not particularly interested on details like favorite color, problems with mother, and how the hair was combed. Leave that to the new Ron Chernow books, that are basically garbage. Riggenbach is a narrator that I like and is very clear, he was good in this book. Edmund Burk, a great Genius. If you could sum up Edmund Burke in three words, what would they be? A great Statesman who understood the need for Individual Liberty. He did not like revolutions, as he predicted that they would be bloody events. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/United-Nations-System-Audiobook/B078GRXRKJ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: United Nations System Author: IntroBooks Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-17 Publisher: IntroBooks Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: When the world shrunk as countries around the world started communicating to each other and trading with each other, it became important to extend the policies and regulations of a country in order to accommodate the relations established with other countries. This is when international organizations began to see the light of the day. Countries required cooperation from each other in order to live together in the world and share the resources available. The United Nations System was not the first organization to see the need for co-operation among countries. It began as early as 1865 when the International Telecommunication Union was founded. The organization now exists as a part of the UN specialized agencies. Then, in 1899, Hague became the site for the International Peace Conference which eventually led to the establishment of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in 1902. The objective of this organization was to settle crises peacefully and to avoid war. The Second World War led to the subsequent formation of the United Nations. But even before it existed the League of Nations, which was founded during the First World War in 1919 under the Treaty of Versailles. Its objectives were very similar as that of the United Nations System today. The organization aimed at promoting international peace and encouraging co-operation among the participating countries. It failed in its endeavors when the Second World War began and hence stopped its activities. The United Nations picked up from where its predecessors had left and aimed at preventing the events that had led to the Second World War. The attempts of the organization have been more successful than any of its forerunners, and it has thus been able to become one of the most influential organizations in the world. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (IntroBooks) Mon, 18 Dec 2017 16:27:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/United-Nations-System-Audiobook/B078GRXRKJ thebookvoice.com 00:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: United Nations System Author: IntroBooks Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-17 Publisher: IntroBooks Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: When the world shrunk as countries around the world started communicating to each other and trading with each other, it became important to extend the policies and regulations of a country in order to accommodate the relations established with other countries. This is when international organizations began to see the light of the day. Countries required cooperation from each other in order to live together in the world and share the resources available. The United Nations System was not the first organization to see the need for co-operation among countries. It began as early as 1865 when the International Telecommunication Union was founded. The organization now exists as a part of the UN specialized agencies. Then, in 1899, Hague became the site for the International Peace Conference which eventually led to the establishment of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in 1902. The objective of this organization was to settle crises peacefully and to avoid war. The Second World War led to the subsequent formation of the United Nations. But even before it existed the League of Nations, which was founded during the First World War in 1919 under the Treaty of Versailles. Its objectives were very similar as that of the United Nations System today. The organization aimed at promoting international peace and encouraging co-operation among the participating countries. It failed in its endeavors when the Second World War began and hence stopped its activities. The United Nations picked up from where its predecessors had left and aimed at preventing the events that had led to the Second World War. The attempts of the organization have been more successful than any of its forerunners, and it has thus been able to become one of the most influential organizations in the world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: United Nations System Author: IntroBooks Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-17 Publisher: IntroBooks Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: When the world shrunk as countries around the world started communicating to each other and trading with each other, it became important to extend the policies and regulations of a country in order to accommodate the relations established with other countries. This is when international organizations began to see the light of the day. Countries required cooperation from each other in order to live together in the world and share the resources available. The United Nations System was not the first organization to see the need for co-operation among countries. It began as early as 1865 when the International Telecommunication Union was founded. The organization now exists as a part of the UN specialized agencies. Then, in 1899, Hague became the site for the International Peace Conference which eventually led to the establishment of the Permanent Court of Arbitration in 1902. The objective of this organization was to settle crises peacefully and to avoid war. The Second World War led to the subsequent formation of the United Nations. But even before it existed the League of Nations, which was founded during the First World War in 1919 under the Treaty of Versailles. Its objectives were very similar as that of the United Nations System today. The organization aimed at promoting international peace and encouraging co-operation among the participating countries. It failed in its endeavors when the Second World War began and hence stopped its activities. The United Nations picked up from where its predecessors had left and aimed at preventing the events that had led to the Second World War. The attempts of the organization have been more successful than any of its forerunners, and it has thus been able to become one of the most influential organizations in the world. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Bankrupt-Audiobook/B002VAEN6O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bankrupt Subtitle: The Intellectual and Moral Bankruptcy of Today's Democratic Party Author: David Limbaugh Narrator: Raymond Todd Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: With his trademark bull's eye analysis and common sense, David Limbaugh offers a sobering and shocking portrait of a Democrat Party too morally and intellectually bankrupt to serve our country. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Limbaugh) Fri, 01 Sep 2006 20:21:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Bankrupt-Audiobook/B002VAEN6O thebookvoice.com 10:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bankrupt Subtitle: The Intellectual and Moral Bankruptcy of Today's Democratic Party Author: David Limbaugh Narrator: Raymond Todd Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: With his trademark bull's eye analysis and common sense, David Limbaugh offers a sobering and shocking portrait of a Democrat Party too morally and intellectually bankrupt to serve our country. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bankrupt Subtitle: The Intellectual and Moral Bankruptcy of Today's Democratic Party Author: David Limbaugh Narrator: Raymond Todd Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: With his trademark bull's eye analysis and common sense, David Limbaugh offers a sobering and shocking portrait of a Democrat Party too morally and intellectually bankrupt to serve our country. Members Reviews: Content=A; Delivery=C I was less than pleased with the Narration of this audiobook. The narrator seemed to be making fun of what he was reading. The material is great, the analysis and presentation were wonderful. I only wish David Limbaugh had read it himself! Good facts, bad telling Overall, the facts seem to be good and straight, however being clearly pro-Republican book and not trying to offer any objective insight won't earn this book large crowd of fans. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Feardom-Audiobook/B00QKRHF1Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Feardom Subtitle: How Politicians Exploit Your Emotions and What You Can Do to Stop Them Author: Connor Boyack Narrator: Connor Boyack Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Libertas Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What do history's most notorious despots have in common with many of the flag-waving, patriotic politicians of our day? Both groups rise to power through the exploitation of fear. Sometimes the fear derives from a pre-existing threat. At other times, crises are created or intensified to invoke a sense of panic and anxiety where none previously existed. This pattern is as predictable as it is destructive. The end result is the same: a loss of liberty. Policies that are costly, oppressive, and harmful are supported by people who abandon any interest in freedom or personal responsibility in hopes of feeling safe. Manufactured fear, with its negative impact on liberty, is a societal plague. There have been widespread casualties. We need an antidote. Feardom offers its readers a much-needed immunization. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Connor Boyack) Fri, 05 Dec 2014 04:39:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Feardom-Audiobook/B00QKRHF1Y thebookvoice.com 03:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Feardom Subtitle: How Politicians Exploit Your Emotions and What You Can Do to Stop Them Author: Connor Boyack Narrator: Connor Boyack Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Libertas Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What do history's most notorious despots have in common with many of the flag-waving, patriotic politicians of our day? Both groups rise to power through the exploitation of fear. Sometimes the fear derives from a pre-existing threat. At other times, crises are created or intensified to invoke a sense of panic and anxiety where none previously existed. This pattern is as predictable as it is destructive. The end result is the same: a loss of liberty. Policies that are costly, oppressive, and harmful are supported by people who abandon any interest in freedom or personal responsibility in hopes of feeling safe. Manufactured fear, with its negative impact on liberty, is a societal plague. There have been widespread casualties. We need an antidote. Feardom offers its readers a much-needed immunization. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Feardom Subtitle: How Politicians Exploit Your Emotions and What You Can Do to Stop Them Author: Connor Boyack Narrator: Connor Boyack Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Libertas Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 29 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What do history's most notorious despots have in common with many of the flag-waving, patriotic politicians of our day? Both groups rise to power through the exploitation of fear. Sometimes the fear derives from a pre-existing threat. At other times, crises are created or intensified to invoke a sense of panic and anxiety where none previously existed. This pattern is as predictable as it is destructive. The end result is the same: a loss of liberty. Policies that are costly, oppressive, and harmful are supported by people who abandon any interest in freedom or personal responsibility in hopes of feeling safe. Manufactured fear, with its negative impact on liberty, is a societal plague. There have been widespread casualties. We need an antidote. Feardom offers its readers a much-needed immunization. Members Reviews: Fantastic explanation of how fear kills freedom! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Every American needs to read or listen to this book! Boyack is excellent at explaining the relationship between fear and freedom. His historical examples of how people gave their liberties to feel safe will open your eyes to how it is happening currently. Throughout human history societies have tried to strike a balance between safety and freedom all to often ending up with little to no freedom and in total fear of their governments. Boyack's book is part history, part science, part philosophy and very enlightening without partisanship. This book is for everyone who is feeling their freedom slip away and isn't sure how that is happening or how to stop it. Antidote for Fear The antidotes to fear are best perceived through the lens of liberty. Connor elegantly interwove the concretes of history, data and neurological science with the abstract principles of justice and human autonomy. This fantastic read is causing me to reevaluate the whys behind the whats of my actions. When posterity looks back at our time through objective and unemotional eyes, I want my name to be cleared from the selfish and immoral acts which our generations took part in - atrocities that we often accept because our fears seem more expedient than freedom. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Preachers-of-Hate-Audiobook/B002UOZG4E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Preachers of Hate Subtitle: Islam and the War on America Author: Kenneth Timmerman Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Preachers of Hate, best selling author Kenneth R. Timmerman (who is not Jewish) contends that, besides Islam itself, the core unifying force in the Muslim world is a virulent strain of anti-Semitism that postulates the existence of a Jewish conspiracy to take over the world. It is seen as no less than Muslims' historical destiny to prevent such a takeover, and to do so by any means possible. To misunderstand the ferocity of that belief is to vastly underestimate the resolve of many Muslims to repel America, Israel, and all things Western. Timmerman explores the roots of this hatred, examining its history, the religious sources upon which it draws, and how it is being transmitted to young people growing up in Arab societies by their leaders, their teachers, and their mosques. He documents how U.S. and European Union money has been used to finance hatred in Palestinian schools. He exposes the double-talk of Arab leaders and their supporters in the West. As it so often was throughout history, this new strain of Jew hatred is really about much more than Jews. They get attacked first, when the enemies of America can't attack Americans. However, what begins with the Jews never ends with the Jews. As America reasserts her role in the Middle East and attempts to bring peace between Jews and Arabs, Preachers of Hate is an essential book that reframes a very complicated issue as a matter of life and death. Critic Reviews: "Timmerman...has a forthright and compelling journalistic style." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Kenneth Timmerman) Fri, 14 Nov 2003 14:35:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Preachers-of-Hate-Audiobook/B002UOZG4E thebookvoice.com 13:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Preachers of Hate Subtitle: Islam and the War on America Author: Kenneth Timmerman Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Preachers of Hate, best selling author Kenneth R. Timmerman (who is not Jewish) contends that, besides Islam itself, the core unifying force in the Muslim world is a virulent strain of anti-Semitism that postulates the existence of a Jewish conspiracy to take over the world. It is seen as no less than Muslims' historical destiny to prevent such a takeover, and to do so by any means possible. To misunderstand the ferocity of that belief is to vastly underestimate the resolve of many Muslims to repel America, Israel, and all things Western. Timmerman explores the roots of this hatred, examining its history, the religious sources upon which it draws, and how it is being transmitted to young people growing up in Arab societies by their leaders, their teachers, and their mosques. He documents how U.S. and European Union money has been used to finance hatred in Palestinian schools. He exposes the double-talk of Arab leaders and their supporters in the West. As it so often was throughout history, this new strain of Jew hatred is really about much more than Jews. They get attacked first, when the enemies of America can't attack Americans. However, what begins with the Jews never ends with the Jews. As America reasserts her role in the Middle East and attempts to bring peace between Jews and Arabs, Preachers of Hate is an essential book that reframes a very complicated issue as a matter of life and death. Critic Reviews: "Timmerman...has a forthright and compelling journalistic style." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Preachers of Hate Subtitle: Islam and the War on America Author: Kenneth Timmerman Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-14-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 144 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Preachers of Hate, best selling author Kenneth R. Timmerman (who is not Jewish) contends that, besides Islam itself, the core unifying force in the Muslim world is a virulent strain of anti-Semitism that postulates the existence of a Jewish conspiracy to take over the world. It is seen as no less than Muslims' historical destiny to prevent such a takeover, and to do so by any means possible. To misunderstand the ferocity of that belief is to vastly underestimate the resolve of many Muslims to repel America, Israel, and all things Western. Timmerman explores the roots of this hatred, examining its history, the religious sources upon which it draws, and how it is being transmitted to young people growing up in Arab societies by their leaders, their teachers, and their mosques. He documents how U.S. and European Union money has been used to finance hatred in Palestinian schools. He exposes the double-talk of Arab leaders and their supporters in the West. As it so often was throughout history, this new strain of Jew hatred is really about much more than Jews. They get attacked first, when the enemies of America can't attack Americans. However, what begins with the Jews never ends with the Jews. As America reasserts her role in the Middle East and attempts to bring peace between Jews and Arabs, Preachers of Hate is an essential book that reframes a very complicated issue as a matter of life and death. Critic Reviews: "Timmerman...has a forthright and compelling journalistic style." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Don't Say They Didn't Warn You After reading, and listening to, several books on Islam, this book, like some of the others, takes an unpopular view of Islam and its creation. The scary thing is that a great deal of the arguments ring true. They all agree that a large body of Muslims support the militant view that we often attribute only to terrorists. Islam as the one and only true religion is a central theme and how that is interpreted is discussed in detail. Very informative, requiring scrutiny and analysis. We need to know about this... I read this book BEFORE I seen Michael Moore's Farenheit 9/11, looks as if he did prior to making the film. This book makes an important contribution to western audiences ability to understand islam in the modern world, and the role of the House of Saud in spreading international terror. Some reviewers mistakenly feel that it is a polemic against islam; it is not, but it is an accurate description of a toxic vein that runs through the religion. I am very glad I don't have to live with the same level of threat that the Israelis do. After the cold war, elements within Islam seem to have put themselves on a collison course with other world views. We need to know about this. Timmerman: Preacher of Truth Once again Ken Timmerman shows us his proficient knowledge of the workings of the Middle East. This book forces one to crave the author's current writings snd opinion. An Important Book This book is a great resource about the increase in anti-semitism in todays society. Though it becomes a bit repetitive towards the end, it is none the less filled with quotes and references from both sides of the "semitic" fence, and is a must read for anyone that is interested in coming to grips with the origin of this irrational hatred. This is an EXCELLENT.... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Who-Let-the-Dogs-In-Audiobook/B002V9Z0MG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Who Let the Dogs In? Subtitle: Incredible Political Animals I Have Known Author: Molly Ivins Narrator: Molly Ivins Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-04 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Who Let the Dogs In? takes us on a wild ride through two decades of political life, from Ronald Reagan, through Big George and Bill Clinton, to our current top dog, known to Ivins readers simply as Dubya. But those are just a few of the political animals who are honored and skewered for our amusement. Ivins also writes hilariously, perceptively, and at times witheringly of John Ashcroft, Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, H. Ross Perot, Tom DeLay, Ann Richards, Al Gore, Jimmy Carter, and the current governor of Texas, who is known as Rick "Goodhair" Perry. Following close on the heels of her phenomenally successful Bushwhacked and containing an up-to-the-minute introduction for the campaign season, Who Let the Dogs In? is political writing at its best. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Molly Ivins) Thu, 22 Jul 2004 19:22:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Who-Let-the-Dogs-In-Audiobook/B002V9Z0MG thebookvoice.com 04:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Who Let the Dogs In? Subtitle: Incredible Political Animals I Have Known Author: Molly Ivins Narrator: Molly Ivins Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-04 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Who Let the Dogs In? takes us on a wild ride through two decades of political life, from Ronald Reagan, through Big George and Bill Clinton, to our current top dog, known to Ivins readers simply as Dubya. But those are just a few of the political animals who are honored and skewered for our amusement. Ivins also writes hilariously, perceptively, and at times witheringly of John Ashcroft, Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, H. Ross Perot, Tom DeLay, Ann Richards, Al Gore, Jimmy Carter, and the current governor of Texas, who is known as Rick "Goodhair" Perry. Following close on the heels of her phenomenally successful Bushwhacked and containing an up-to-the-minute introduction for the campaign season, Who Let the Dogs In? is political writing at its best. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Who Let the Dogs In? Subtitle: Incredible Political Animals I Have Known Author: Molly Ivins Narrator: Molly Ivins Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-04 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Who Let the Dogs In? takes us on a wild ride through two decades of political life, from Ronald Reagan, through Big George and Bill Clinton, to our current top dog, known to Ivins readers simply as Dubya. But those are just a few of the political animals who are honored and skewered for our amusement. Ivins also writes hilariously, perceptively, and at times witheringly of John Ashcroft, Dick Cheney, Donald Rumsfeld, H. Ross Perot, Tom DeLay, Ann Richards, Al Gore, Jimmy Carter, and the current governor of Texas, who is known as Rick "Goodhair" Perry. Following close on the heels of her phenomenally successful Bushwhacked and containing an up-to-the-minute introduction for the campaign season, Who Let the Dogs In? is political writing at its best. Members Reviews: It's just a load of information and fun about all the politicians she covered over a 20 ... What plot? This isn't a novel. It's just a load of information and fun about all the politicians she covered over a 20 year period. You'll recognize most of them, or want to know more about those you don't know. As with all of her books, it's a hoot. Loved it. What makes her humor so funny is that she was raised in a very conservative ... Molly Ivinsâ views on American politics were incisive, humorous and honest. What makes her humor so funny is that she was raised in a very conservative area of Tejas yet, she was a thinking liberal that was not afraid to take on the democrats and hometown republicans. I gladly recommend reading her thoughts because they are just as applicable today as when she wrote them. Enjoy. OK, so there's no new material here. This book is essentially a "greatest hits" album; it's a retrospective on Molly's best political commentary over the last 20-30 years of her life (running from Reagan to W. Bush). Any long-time fan will have seen most or all of these columns before. But they ARE a selection of her best work, and that makes it quite good indeed. Don't read it if you've read everything she's ever read & don't want reruns, but other than that, highly recommended. Great political commentary Honest disclosure -- I have always loved reading Molly Ivins, and this book is no exception. No matter what your political view, you have to admit she's an entertaining writer. And she makes you think. This is a compilation of her columns writing during the George W. Bush administration. She knew George Bush and his family, and although she is critical of him and his administration, she is never unkind. This is definitely enjoyable reading. Oh Molly ! Where are you when we need you?? Oh how I miss the biting writing of Molly Ivins!! Wouldn't she have a ball with this crop of bozos running for President?? https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Failures-of-Leadership-Audiobook/B00J5SI2VW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Failures of Leadership Subtitle: History's Worst Rulers and How Their People Suffered For It Author: Frederick Parker Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-14 Publisher: Five Minute Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Bad leaders never learn from their mistakes. Better leaders learn from their mistakes. But the best leaders learn from the mistakes of others, so they do not make them themselves. This exciting new audiobook from historian and entrepreneur Frederick Parker looks at the 20 worst failures of leadership in history and the consequences it meant for those under their rule. Through these entertaining historical snapshots, you will learn about their failures so that you can avoid similar pitfalls on your path to success. This audiobook is useful for business executives, managers, and any other type of organizational leader. You will learn about... - Emperor Caligula letting Rome fall into civil war for spending more time inviting his horse to dinner and appointing him senator then tending to the matters of the state - Sultan Ibrahim I almost bankrupting the Ottoman Empire with his plans to decorate the palace in expensive furs - Mao Zedong's Great Leap Forward, an organizational disaster in which he ordered that all harvested crops go to the cities before the villages, resulting in tens of millions of peasants starving Stories from the lives of these three historical figures and 17 others fill this audiobook. Learn about how they failed their people so spectacularly and what we can learn from their negative examples about successful leadership. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Frederick Parker) Wed, 26 Mar 2014 14:31:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Failures-of-Leadership-Audiobook/B00J5SI2VW thebookvoice.com 03:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Failures of Leadership Subtitle: History's Worst Rulers and How Their People Suffered For It Author: Frederick Parker Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-14 Publisher: Five Minute Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Bad leaders never learn from their mistakes. Better leaders learn from their mistakes. But the best leaders learn from the mistakes of others, so they do not make them themselves. This exciting new audiobook from historian and entrepreneur Frederick Parker looks at the 20 worst failures of leadership in history and the consequences it meant for those under their rule. Through these entertaining historical snapshots, you will learn about their failures so that you can avoid similar pitfalls on your path to success. This audiobook is useful for business executives, managers, and any other type of organizational leader. You will learn about... - Emperor Caligula letting Rome fall into civil war for spending more time inviting his horse to dinner and appointing him senator then tending to the matters of the state - Sultan Ibrahim I almost bankrupting the Ottoman Empire with his plans to decorate the palace in expensive furs - Mao Zedong's Great Leap Forward, an organizational disaster in which he ordered that all harvested crops go to the cities before the villages, resulting in tens of millions of peasants starving Stories from the lives of these three historical figures and 17 others fill this audiobook. Learn about how they failed their people so spectacularly and what we can learn from their negative examples about successful leadership. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Failures of Leadership Subtitle: History's Worst Rulers and How Their People Suffered For It Author: Frederick Parker Narrator: Kevin Pierce Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-14 Publisher: Five Minute Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Bad leaders never learn from their mistakes. Better leaders learn from their mistakes. But the best leaders learn from the mistakes of others, so they do not make them themselves. This exciting new audiobook from historian and entrepreneur Frederick Parker looks at the 20 worst failures of leadership in history and the consequences it meant for those under their rule. Through these entertaining historical snapshots, you will learn about their failures so that you can avoid similar pitfalls on your path to success. This audiobook is useful for business executives, managers, and any other type of organizational leader. You will learn about... - Emperor Caligula letting Rome fall into civil war for spending more time inviting his horse to dinner and appointing him senator then tending to the matters of the state - Sultan Ibrahim I almost bankrupting the Ottoman Empire with his plans to decorate the palace in expensive furs - Mao Zedong's Great Leap Forward, an organizational disaster in which he ordered that all harvested crops go to the cities before the villages, resulting in tens of millions of peasants starving Stories from the lives of these three historical figures and 17 others fill this audiobook. Learn about how they failed their people so spectacularly and what we can learn from their negative examples about successful leadership. Members Reviews: This book is well worth reading. This is a great overview of the worst rulers in history. The author is right on the money. Failure of Scholarship The audio performance was good, unfortunately the scholarship and content was not. Where was the true discussion of what it means to be a failed (or successful leader)? This is all warmed-over content culled from lots of different sources, but carried no original thoughts forward in examining the topics of failed vs. successful leaders. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Middle-East-Bolinda-Beginner-Guides-Audiobook/B008GUKLGE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides Author: Philip Robins Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: An intelligent and entertaining exploration of this notoriously unsettled region. The Middle East is notoriously complex and difficult. This compact book on the topic by the University of Oxford's leading expert does not shirk the challenge. Organised thematically, and dealing with all the pivotal issues in the region, from oil and religion to gender and conflict, this comprehensive primer is both easy-to-read and full of insight. Stuffed with historical background, real-life examples, profiles of key figures from Nasser to Gadaffi, and even popular jokes from the area, The Middle East: A Beginners Guide will captivate tourists, students, and the interested general reader alike. Editorial Reviews: Leading expert on the Middle East Philip Robins, of Oxford, presents his subject in plain terms. Narrator Aspal's patient voice will be a listener's guide while she seeks to build a more nuanced understanding of this part of the world. Robins takes care to clarify common misconceptions about this diverse region of the world and its too-often stereotyped reputation, going into detail about geography, cultural customs, religious diversity, and political hardship. At this moment in history it is more essential than ever to understand the region. Whether you are planning to visit the Middle East and are wanting to be informed, or whether you just feel like you'd like to learn more, this book is a good place to begin. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Philip Robins) Wed, 18 Jul 2012 07:05:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Middle-East-Bolinda-Beginner-Guides-Audiobook/B008GUKLGE thebookvoice.com 08:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides Author: Philip Robins Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: An intelligent and entertaining exploration of this notoriously unsettled region. The Middle East is notoriously complex and difficult. This compact book on the topic by the University of Oxford's leading expert does not shirk the challenge. Organised thematically, and dealing with all the pivotal issues in the region, from oil and religion to gender and conflict, this comprehensive primer is both easy-to-read and full of insight. Stuffed with historical background, real-life examples, profiles of key figures from Nasser to Gadaffi, and even popular jokes from the area, The Middle East: A Beginners Guide will captivate tourists, students, and the interested general reader alike. Editorial Reviews: Leading expert on the Middle East Philip Robins, of Oxford, presents his subject in plain terms. Narrator Aspal's patient voice will be a listener's guide while she seeks to build a more nuanced understanding of this part of the world. Robins takes care to clarify common misconceptions about this diverse region of the world and its too-often stereotyped reputation, going into detail about geography, cultural customs, religious diversity, and political hardship. At this moment in history it is more essential than ever to understand the region. Whether you are planning to visit the Middle East and are wanting to be informed, or whether you just feel like you'd like to learn more, this book is a good place to begin. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides Author: Philip Robins Narrator: Richard Aspel Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-12 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: An intelligent and entertaining exploration of this notoriously unsettled region. The Middle East is notoriously complex and difficult. This compact book on the topic by the University of Oxford's leading expert does not shirk the challenge. Organised thematically, and dealing with all the pivotal issues in the region, from oil and religion to gender and conflict, this comprehensive primer is both easy-to-read and full of insight. Stuffed with historical background, real-life examples, profiles of key figures from Nasser to Gadaffi, and even popular jokes from the area, The Middle East: A Beginners Guide will captivate tourists, students, and the interested general reader alike. Editorial Reviews: Leading expert on the Middle East Philip Robins, of Oxford, presents his subject in plain terms. Narrator Aspal's patient voice will be a listener's guide while she seeks to build a more nuanced understanding of this part of the world. Robins takes care to clarify common misconceptions about this diverse region of the world and its too-often stereotyped reputation, going into detail about geography, cultural customs, religious diversity, and political hardship. At this moment in history it is more essential than ever to understand the region. Whether you are planning to visit the Middle East and are wanting to be informed, or whether you just feel like you'd like to learn more, this book is a good place to begin. Members Reviews: Exelent book, deep understanding of the subject Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I read the previous review andwas suspicious about the quality, but still bought it. I enjoyed it . It gives exelent overview of history and politics previous and current and effects of one on another. Very informative easy listening Very informative easy listening. The narrator's voice can be a little robotic sounding but overall a worthwhile listening experience. Packed with in depth information Much more than just an overview, insightful, accurate and doesn't pull any punches when it comes to colonial Empirical and Islamic influences and consequences I wish I had read this years ago.... Would you consider the audio edition of Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides to be better than the print version? Superb production packed with oodles of fact and information. What other book might you compare Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides to, and why? Up to date situation explained and documented. Which character as performed by Richard Aspel was your favourite? First class narration. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Ideal for listening to on car journeys of 1 hour duration. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Rise-of-Nuclear-Iran-Audiobook/B002V8KK5E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rise of Nuclear Iran Subtitle: How Tehran Defies the West Author: Dore Gold Narrator: Tom Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Rise of Nuclear Iran, Gold traces these past failures and explains why diplomacy will continue to backfire, no matter who is president or which party is in power. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Dore Gold) Fri, 18 Sep 2009 10:47:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Rise-of-Nuclear-Iran-Audiobook/B002V8KK5E thebookvoice.com 09:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rise of Nuclear Iran Subtitle: How Tehran Defies the West Author: Dore Gold Narrator: Tom Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Rise of Nuclear Iran, Gold traces these past failures and explains why diplomacy will continue to backfire, no matter who is president or which party is in power. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rise of Nuclear Iran Subtitle: How Tehran Defies the West Author: Dore Gold Narrator: Tom Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Rise of Nuclear Iran, Gold traces these past failures and explains why diplomacy will continue to backfire, no matter who is president or which party is in power. Members Reviews: The Rise of Nuclear Iran Great inside information. I really enjoyed it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lightning-Out-of-Lebanon-Audiobook/B002V1K13C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lightning Out of Lebanon Subtitle: Hezbollah Terrorists on American Soil Author: Tom Diaz, Barbara Newman Narrator: Tony Call Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Written by an accomplished journalist and a law-enforcement expert, Lightning Out of Lebanon is a chilling and essential addition to our understanding of the external and internal threats to America. Formed in Lebanon by Iranian Revolutionary Guards in 1982, Hezbollah is fueled by hatred of Israel and the United States. Its 1983 truck-bomb attack against the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut killed 241 soldiers and caused President Reagan to withdraw all troops from Lebanon. Using their exclusive sources in the Middle East and inside the U.S. counterterrorism establishment, the authors of Lightning Out of Lebanon imagine the deadly future of Hezbollah and posit how best to combat the group that top American counterintelligence officials and Senator Bob Graham, vice-chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, have called "the A Team of terrorism". Critic Reviews: "The authors' skill at characterization of friends and foes puts a great many thriller writers in the shade, and at no point do they fall into stereotyping." (Publishers Weekly) "This is a frightening look at the need to recognize the potential for further terrorist danger on American soil and what will be required to prevent it." (Booklist) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tom Diaz) Fri, 11 Aug 2006 03:32:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lightning-Out-of-Lebanon-Audiobook/B002V1K13C thebookvoice.com 02:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lightning Out of Lebanon Subtitle: Hezbollah Terrorists on American Soil Author: Tom Diaz, Barbara Newman Narrator: Tony Call Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Written by an accomplished journalist and a law-enforcement expert, Lightning Out of Lebanon is a chilling and essential addition to our understanding of the external and internal threats to America. Formed in Lebanon by Iranian Revolutionary Guards in 1982, Hezbollah is fueled by hatred of Israel and the United States. Its 1983 truck-bomb attack against the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut killed 241 soldiers and caused President Reagan to withdraw all troops from Lebanon. Using their exclusive sources in the Middle East and inside the U.S. counterterrorism establishment, the authors of Lightning Out of Lebanon imagine the deadly future of Hezbollah and posit how best to combat the group that top American counterintelligence officials and Senator Bob Graham, vice-chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, have called "the A Team of terrorism". Critic Reviews: "The authors' skill at characterization of friends and foes puts a great many thriller writers in the shade, and at no point do they fall into stereotyping." (Publishers Weekly) "This is a frightening look at the need to recognize the potential for further terrorist danger on American soil and what will be required to prevent it." (Booklist) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lightning Out of Lebanon Subtitle: Hezbollah Terrorists on American Soil Author: Tom Diaz, Barbara Newman Narrator: Tony Call Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-06 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Written by an accomplished journalist and a law-enforcement expert, Lightning Out of Lebanon is a chilling and essential addition to our understanding of the external and internal threats to America. Formed in Lebanon by Iranian Revolutionary Guards in 1982, Hezbollah is fueled by hatred of Israel and the United States. Its 1983 truck-bomb attack against the U.S. Marine barracks in Beirut killed 241 soldiers and caused President Reagan to withdraw all troops from Lebanon. Using their exclusive sources in the Middle East and inside the U.S. counterterrorism establishment, the authors of Lightning Out of Lebanon imagine the deadly future of Hezbollah and posit how best to combat the group that top American counterintelligence officials and Senator Bob Graham, vice-chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, have called "the A Team of terrorism". Critic Reviews: "The authors' skill at characterization of friends and foes puts a great many thriller writers in the shade, and at no point do they fall into stereotyping." (Publishers Weekly) "This is a frightening look at the need to recognize the potential for further terrorist danger on American soil and what will be required to prevent it." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Wake Up !!! This is completely an eye and mind opening experience. How the Democrats are leading us to this Lighning by refusing to give the government and the armed forces all the power needed to fight this soon to be on our shores enemy MUSLIM HATRED for us !! I state this today that if we do not remember 9/11 we will rue the day we had the chance but did not do anything to STOP this wave of destruction that is coming. This book is not to be ignored, or to be cast aside because we are going to have terrible events to unfold IF we do not act and act now ! The authors Tom Diaz and Barbara Newmanare are right on the mark, well reseached and extremely well written, as you read this book you will understand that Hezbollah hates us/you because we are dogs and are to be put to the sword. Truth hurts, how can anybody hate someone this much, easy when you are raised from birth and eat words of hate and that the highest form of devotion to your people is to strap on a bomb and BOOM!!! The Narrator: Tony Call is perfect for the mood and the subject, one very talented speaker, thanks Tom !! Am I just trying scare people? NO, I look to pearl habour, 1982 Lebanon [248 brave marines murdered], 9/11 [almost 3,000 innocent peopled murdered], the pentagon, flight 93, the over 2,000 soldiers killed over in Iraq, the middle east conflict; these are all reality and have happened and are happening now !! Please read this book as it is a non-stop page turner. This IS a MUST read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vast-Right-Wing-Conspiracys-Dossier-on-Hillary-Clinton-Audiobook/B002V01718 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy's Dossier on Hillary Clinton Author: Amanda B. Carpenter Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: It's all here: the dirty deals, unsavory incidents, insane proposals, revealing comments, and outright flip-flops in Hillary's past. You'll also find the complete record of her activities since leaving the White House and the machinery she already has in place to return to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amanda B. Carpenter) Tue, 21 Nov 2006 15:49:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vast-Right-Wing-Conspiracys-Dossier-on-Hillary-Clinton-Audiobook/B002V01718 thebookvoice.com 04:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy's Dossier on Hillary Clinton Author: Amanda B. Carpenter Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: It's all here: the dirty deals, unsavory incidents, insane proposals, revealing comments, and outright flip-flops in Hillary's past. You'll also find the complete record of her activities since leaving the White House and the machinery she already has in place to return to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy's Dossier on Hillary Clinton Author: Amanda B. Carpenter Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: It's all here: the dirty deals, unsavory incidents, insane proposals, revealing comments, and outright flip-flops in Hillary's past. You'll also find the complete record of her activities since leaving the White House and the machinery she already has in place to return to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Members Reviews: Amanda Carpenter needs to Write a 2012 Update No doubt Hillary is pure corruption and a total bureaucratic monster. Maybe Hillary should run for the presidency of FIFA, she would fit right-in. The next leader of the " free world" What did you like most about The Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy's Dossier on Hillary Clinton? This was an informative and very disturbing account of a woman who may very well hold the future of the planet in her hands. In isolation it could be seen as right wing bias. As a Socialist, which she cynically claims to be, I have cross referenced it with other books that hold the Clintons in similar contempt. The laws of the USA will almost certainly be used to quell quotes from all such books when it comes to a future Presidential election. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Kingdom-of-Olives-and-Ash-Audiobook/B071DXQPFD Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kingdom of Olives and Ash Subtitle: Writers Confront the Occupation Author: Michael Chabon - editor, Ayelet Waldman - editor, Colum McCann, Colm Toibin, Dave Eggers, Geraldine Brooks Narrator: Gabra Zackman, Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Published to coincide the with 50th anniversary of the Israel occupation of the West Bank, an anthology that explores the human cost of the conflict there as witnessed by such notable writers as Colum McCann, Colm Toibin, Dave Eggers, Madeleine Thien, Eimear McBride and Taiye Selasi and editors Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman. June 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Israel occupation of the West Bank. The violence on both sides of the conflict has been horrific, the casualties catastrophic. Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman, two of today's most renowned novelists and essayists, have joined forces with the Israeli NGO Breaking the Silence - an organization comprised of former Israeli soldiers who served in the occupied territories and saw firsthand the injustice there - and a host of illustrious writers to tell the stories of the people on the ground in the contested territories. Kingdom of Olives and Ash includes contributions from some of our most esteemed storytellers, including essays from editors Chabon and Waldman. Their writing enables listeners to understand the human narratives behind the litany of grim destruction broadcasted nightly on the news. Together they all stand witness to the human cost of the occupation. Full list of authors includes Jacqueline Woodson and Mario Vargas Llosa. Critic Reviews: "Moving, heart-breaking, and infuriating, testifying to the chilling cruelty of Israel's policy toward Palestinians.... Deeply unsettling, important." (Kirkus) "The message is unwavering: life under occupation is frightening and oppressive. Strong efforts include Geraldine Brooks's opening piece, about two Palestinian children caught up in cyclical violence. Rachel Kushner draws out the unsavoury subject of Palestinian-on-Palestinian violence. Chabon himself addresses the curbs placed on Palestinian commerce and how this also redefines the Palestinian experience of 'normal life'." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Michael Chabon - editor) Tue, 30 May 2017 09:33:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Kingdom-of-Olives-and-Ash-Audiobook/B071DXQPFD thebookvoice.com 16:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kingdom of Olives and Ash Subtitle: Writers Confront the Occupation Author: Michael Chabon - editor, Ayelet Waldman - editor, Colum McCann, Colm Toibin, Dave Eggers, Geraldine Brooks Narrator: Gabra Zackman, Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Published to coincide the with 50th anniversary of the Israel occupation of the West Bank, an anthology that explores the human cost of the conflict there as witnessed by such notable writers as Colum McCann, Colm Toibin, Dave Eggers, Madeleine Thien, Eimear McBride and Taiye Selasi and editors Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman. June 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Israel occupation of the West Bank. The violence on both sides of the conflict has been horrific, the casualties catastrophic. Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman, two of today's most renowned novelists and essayists, have joined forces with the Israeli NGO Breaking the Silence - an organization comprised of former Israeli soldiers who served in the occupied territories and saw firsthand the injustice there - and a host of illustrious writers to tell the stories of the people on the ground in the contested territories. Kingdom of Olives and Ash includes contributions from some of our most esteemed storytellers, including essays from editors Chabon and Waldman. Their writing enables listeners to understand the human narratives behind the litany of grim destruction broadcasted nightly on the news. Together they all stand witness to the human cost of the occupation. Full list of authors includes Jacqueline Woodson and Mario Vargas Llosa. Critic Reviews: "Moving, heart-breaking, and infuriating, testifying to the chilling cruelty of Israel's policy toward Palestinians.... Deeply unsettling, important." (Kirkus) "The message is unwavering: life under occupation is frightening and oppressive. Strong efforts include Geraldine Brooks's opening piece, about two Palestinian children caught up in cyclical violence. Rachel Kushner draws out the unsavoury subject of Palestinian-on-Palestinian violence. Chabon himself addresses the curbs placed on Palestinian commerce and how this also redefines the Palestinian experience of 'normal life'." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kingdom of Olives and Ash Subtitle: Writers Confront the Occupation Author: Michael Chabon - editor, Ayelet Waldman - editor, Colum McCann, Colm Toibin, Dave Eggers, Geraldine Brooks Narrator: Gabra Zackman, Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Published to coincide the with 50th anniversary of the Israel occupation of the West Bank, an anthology that explores the human cost of the conflict there as witnessed by such notable writers as Colum McCann, Colm Toibin, Dave Eggers, Madeleine Thien, Eimear McBride and Taiye Selasi and editors Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman. June 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Israel occupation of the West Bank. The violence on both sides of the conflict has been horrific, the casualties catastrophic. Michael Chabon and Ayelet Waldman, two of today's most renowned novelists and essayists, have joined forces with the Israeli NGO Breaking the Silence - an organization comprised of former Israeli soldiers who served in the occupied territories and saw firsthand the injustice there - and a host of illustrious writers to tell the stories of the people on the ground in the contested territories. Kingdom of Olives and Ash includes contributions from some of our most esteemed storytellers, including essays from editors Chabon and Waldman. Their writing enables listeners to understand the human narratives behind the litany of grim destruction broadcasted nightly on the news. Together they all stand witness to the human cost of the occupation. Full list of authors includes Jacqueline Woodson and Mario Vargas Llosa. Critic Reviews: "Moving, heart-breaking, and infuriating, testifying to the chilling cruelty of Israel's policy toward Palestinians.... Deeply unsettling, important." (Kirkus) "The message is unwavering: life under occupation is frightening and oppressive. Strong efforts include Geraldine Brooks's opening piece, about two Palestinian children caught up in cyclical violence. Rachel Kushner draws out the unsavoury subject of Palestinian-on-Palestinian violence. Chabon himself addresses the curbs placed on Palestinian commerce and how this also redefines the Palestinian experience of 'normal life'." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: This a good book if you want to better understand the Palestinian-Israeli ... This a good book if you want to better understand the Palestinian-Israeli conflict from persons who have to deal with the Occupation on a daily basis, so I highly recommend this book if you are willing to confront the darkness that humans inflict on each other. An excellent and important examination of the Israeli-Palestinian situation This is an important and insightful book about Israel's occupation of the Palestinian territories by a number of distinguished authors. One might wonder how much more we can hear about this fraught subject, but this collection of essays and stories manages to offer fresh perspectives. The editing is skillful. The writing is varied, but always good. I would say it is a "must-read" book about the Israeli-Palestinian confrontation and I strongly recommend it to anyone wanting to gain understanding of it. It should sell a million copies. Disclosure: My son, Assaf Gavron, wrote one of the chapters. He is good, but so are all the others. Very worthwhile reading The book's subtitle -- "Writers Confront the Occupation" -- tells you what the many compelling chapters in this book are about. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Libertarianism-the-UK-Big-Bang-and-How-They-Ruined-America-Audiobook/B00K2ZDBE0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Libertarianism, the UK Big Bang, and How They Ruined America Author: Gary Anderson Narrator: Kenneth Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-14 Publisher: Gary Anderson Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This audiobook exposes crucial activities by libertarians with regard to Big Bang of deregulation in the UK and how that deregulation came to hurt main street USA! Libertarian thought receives very little criticism as to its assumptions. We all have a libertine streak within us. However, that desire for unbridled freedom is quite different than formal libertarian philosophy. Becoming a libertarian requires buying into the assumptions of that philosophy. The utopian ideals of the movement include some noble virtues, such as the elevation of peace and self reliance. However, other assumptions about human nature are simply not based in real observation. This relates not only to their views about race and economics, but about their views of the role of government in our lives. All Americans should have a healthy mistrust of government, because that is how a democracy should work. However, libertarian assumptions go way too far. There are other institutions besides government that have proven themselves untrustworthy, such as the too-big-to-fail banks in the United States and even the Federal Reserve Bank. While I am in agreement with the Libertarians on that score, the libertarian solution is not in the interest of main street at all. We can look into those institutions as well as into European and UK economic behavior for answers for how we should view libertarianism going forward. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gary Anderson) Mon, 05 May 2014 00:31:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Libertarianism-the-UK-Big-Bang-and-How-They-Ruined-America-Audiobook/B00K2ZDBE0 thebookvoice.com 02:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Libertarianism, the UK Big Bang, and How They Ruined America Author: Gary Anderson Narrator: Kenneth Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-14 Publisher: Gary Anderson Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This audiobook exposes crucial activities by libertarians with regard to Big Bang of deregulation in the UK and how that deregulation came to hurt main street USA! Libertarian thought receives very little criticism as to its assumptions. We all have a libertine streak within us. However, that desire for unbridled freedom is quite different than formal libertarian philosophy. Becoming a libertarian requires buying into the assumptions of that philosophy. The utopian ideals of the movement include some noble virtues, such as the elevation of peace and self reliance. However, other assumptions about human nature are simply not based in real observation. This relates not only to their views about race and economics, but about their views of the role of government in our lives. All Americans should have a healthy mistrust of government, because that is how a democracy should work. However, libertarian assumptions go way too far. There are other institutions besides government that have proven themselves untrustworthy, such as the too-big-to-fail banks in the United States and even the Federal Reserve Bank. While I am in agreement with the Libertarians on that score, the libertarian solution is not in the interest of main street at all. We can look into those institutions as well as into European and UK economic behavior for answers for how we should view libertarianism going forward. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Libertarianism, the UK Big Bang, and How They Ruined America Author: Gary Anderson Narrator: Kenneth Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-14 Publisher: Gary Anderson Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This audiobook exposes crucial activities by libertarians with regard to Big Bang of deregulation in the UK and how that deregulation came to hurt main street USA! Libertarian thought receives very little criticism as to its assumptions. We all have a libertine streak within us. However, that desire for unbridled freedom is quite different than formal libertarian philosophy. Becoming a libertarian requires buying into the assumptions of that philosophy. The utopian ideals of the movement include some noble virtues, such as the elevation of peace and self reliance. However, other assumptions about human nature are simply not based in real observation. This relates not only to their views about race and economics, but about their views of the role of government in our lives. All Americans should have a healthy mistrust of government, because that is how a democracy should work. However, libertarian assumptions go way too far. There are other institutions besides government that have proven themselves untrustworthy, such as the too-big-to-fail banks in the United States and even the Federal Reserve Bank. While I am in agreement with the Libertarians on that score, the libertarian solution is not in the interest of main street at all. We can look into those institutions as well as into European and UK economic behavior for answers for how we should view libertarianism going forward. Members Reviews: Worth buying Well written and insightful... It is worth buying and reading, it offers a perspective worthy of investigation. Great for serious students and the novice alike. Well worth what I paid This was a short rant by the author about a little of everything, but focused mainly on the Libertarian Party. It was often redundant, circuitous, and to the extent it was coherent, it greatly misrepresented the Libertarian Party. Having said that, it was free, and I do enjoy hearing opposing views. However, I found Mr Anderson's personal attack on Ron Paul a little . . . odd!? https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Prince-of-Tennessee-Audiobook/B002UZN4AQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince of Tennessee Subtitle: The Rise of Al Gore Author: David Maraniss, Ellen Nakashima Narrator: David Maraniss Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-19-01 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Gore's path to power, at first glance, seems straight and narrow. While Bill Clinton's rise is a story of obstacles overcome, Gore's ascendance seems the opposite: the son of political aristocracy reared by loving and demanding parents who groomed him as a princeling to reach the top. But his life was shaped by as much duality as Clinton's. As a child Gore was shuffled back and forth from political Washington to rural Tennessee, his ancestral homeland. The contrast reflects a larger tension between what others expected of Gore and what he wanted to do. Here was the quintessential good son whom his classmates teased as the wooden Apollo. He would occasionally try to rebel but inevitably be yanked back by the burden of expectations and his own insecurity. His first ambition was to be a novelist, but his friends at Harvard saw him as a royal figure for whom a political career was unavoidable. He opposed the war in Vietnam, yet enlisted in the army anyway, out of an obligation to shield his father, the antiwar senator. When he eventually turned to politics Gore brought with him competing impulses: the cautious political moderate with an occasional tendency toward uncommon boldness, the awkward public figure who in private can be a raucous storyteller, the loyal son and vice president who wants to be considered on his own terms, and the reluctant politician who burned with a desire to fulfill his parents' dream and become president. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Maraniss) Fri, 19 Jan 2001 16:17:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Prince-of-Tennessee-Audiobook/B002UZN4AQ thebookvoice.com 00:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince of Tennessee Subtitle: The Rise of Al Gore Author: David Maraniss, Ellen Nakashima Narrator: David Maraniss Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-19-01 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Gore's path to power, at first glance, seems straight and narrow. While Bill Clinton's rise is a story of obstacles overcome, Gore's ascendance seems the opposite: the son of political aristocracy reared by loving and demanding parents who groomed him as a princeling to reach the top. But his life was shaped by as much duality as Clinton's. As a child Gore was shuffled back and forth from political Washington to rural Tennessee, his ancestral homeland. The contrast reflects a larger tension between what others expected of Gore and what he wanted to do. Here was the quintessential good son whom his classmates teased as the wooden Apollo. He would occasionally try to rebel but inevitably be yanked back by the burden of expectations and his own insecurity. His first ambition was to be a novelist, but his friends at Harvard saw him as a royal figure for whom a political career was unavoidable. He opposed the war in Vietnam, yet enlisted in the army anyway, out of an obligation to shield his father, the antiwar senator. When he eventually turned to politics Gore brought with him competing impulses: the cautious political moderate with an occasional tendency toward uncommon boldness, the awkward public figure who in private can be a raucous storyteller, the loyal son and vice president who wants to be considered on his own terms, and the reluctant politician who burned with a desire to fulfill his parents' dream and become president. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince of Tennessee Subtitle: The Rise of Al Gore Author: David Maraniss, Ellen Nakashima Narrator: David Maraniss Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-19-01 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Gore's path to power, at first glance, seems straight and narrow. While Bill Clinton's rise is a story of obstacles overcome, Gore's ascendance seems the opposite: the son of political aristocracy reared by loving and demanding parents who groomed him as a princeling to reach the top. But his life was shaped by as much duality as Clinton's. As a child Gore was shuffled back and forth from political Washington to rural Tennessee, his ancestral homeland. The contrast reflects a larger tension between what others expected of Gore and what he wanted to do. Here was the quintessential good son whom his classmates teased as the wooden Apollo. He would occasionally try to rebel but inevitably be yanked back by the burden of expectations and his own insecurity. His first ambition was to be a novelist, but his friends at Harvard saw him as a royal figure for whom a political career was unavoidable. He opposed the war in Vietnam, yet enlisted in the army anyway, out of an obligation to shield his father, the antiwar senator. When he eventually turned to politics Gore brought with him competing impulses: the cautious political moderate with an occasional tendency toward uncommon boldness, the awkward public figure who in private can be a raucous storyteller, the loyal son and vice president who wants to be considered on his own terms, and the reluctant politician who burned with a desire to fulfill his parents' dream and become president. Members Reviews: Explores the Inward Persona Al Gore has been described as a cerebral achiever, a policy wonk with a sturdy propensity to master political minutiae. This is one reason why he has been described as "driven" in a way that his rival in the exciting, close 2000 presidential election, George W. Bush, was not, despite the fact that Bush is the son of a former chief executive. Maraniss and Nakashima dig out the facts of Gore's boyhood and collegiate days. They provide the formative clues which enable readers to determine what makes Al tick and prompts him to respond to political challenges with a dogged intensity. Like the now President George W. Bush, Gore had strong political roots of his own, Albert Gore Senior, who was an intense achiever in the same tradition as his son. Gore attended law school by night, romanced Gore's mother and married her during that busy period, then ultimately was elected first to the Congress, then the Senate. He would ultimately be defeated in his bid for a fourth term in 1970 as a result of his opposition to the Vietnam War, which was frowned upon in conservative circles in his home state of Tennessee. From early boyhood Gore was groomed by his father to achieve the highest pinnacle of political success. This commanding sense of duty would ultimately do him in during his debates with Bush. Despite his command of political facts, and in some measure because of this trait, many voters became nervous by his intensity. As a result this uncomfortable feeling saw these voters gravitate toward Bush and his offhand "ah shucks" manner. Gore was seen as the class smart aleck determined to impress with his encyclopedic command of facts. This intensity to strive, propelled into Gore early by his father, is explored in great depth extending into his political career as well. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/President-Bill-Clintons-Farewell-Address-Audiobook/B00VTW9T4Q Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President Bill Clinton's Farewell Address Author: Bill Clinton Narrator: John Greenman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: William Jefferson "Bill" Clinton (born William Jefferson Blythe III, August 19, 1946) is an American politician who served as the 42nd president of the United States, from 1993 to 2001. Previously he served as governor of Arkansas from 1979 to 1981 and 1983 to 1992 and as the state's attorney general from 1977 to 1979. A member of the Democratic Party, ideologically Clinton was a New Democrat, and many of his policies reflected a centrist Third Way philosophy of governance. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bill Clinton) Thu, 09 Apr 2015 06:52:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/President-Bill-Clintons-Farewell-Address-Audiobook/B00VTW9T4Q thebookvoice.com 00:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President Bill Clinton's Farewell Address Author: Bill Clinton Narrator: John Greenman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: William Jefferson "Bill" Clinton (born William Jefferson Blythe III, August 19, 1946) is an American politician who served as the 42nd president of the United States, from 1993 to 2001. Previously he served as governor of Arkansas from 1979 to 1981 and 1983 to 1992 and as the state's attorney general from 1977 to 1979. A member of the Democratic Party, ideologically Clinton was a New Democrat, and many of his policies reflected a centrist Third Way philosophy of governance. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President Bill Clinton's Farewell Address Author: Bill Clinton Narrator: John Greenman Format: Unabridged Length: 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: William Jefferson "Bill" Clinton (born William Jefferson Blythe III, August 19, 1946) is an American politician who served as the 42nd president of the United States, from 1993 to 2001. Previously he served as governor of Arkansas from 1979 to 1981 and 1983 to 1992 and as the state's attorney general from 1977 to 1979. A member of the Democratic Party, ideologically Clinton was a New Democrat, and many of his policies reflected a centrist Third Way philosophy of governance. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/President-George-W-Bushs-Farewell-Address-Audiobook/B00VTW8WB2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President George W. Bush's Farewell Address Author: George W. Bush Narrator: John Greenman Format: Unabridged Length: 14 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: George Walker Bush (born July 6, 1946) is an American politician and businessman who served as the 43rd president of the United States, from 2001 to 2009, and the 46th governor of Texas, from 1995 to 2000. The eldest son of Barbara and George H. W. Bush, he was born in New Haven, Connecticut. After graduating from Yale University in 1968 and Harvard Business School in 1975, Bush worked in the oil businesses. He married Laura Welch in 1977 and ran unsuccessfully for the House of Representatives shortly thereafter. He later co-owned the Texas Rangers baseball team before defeating Ann Richards in the 1994 Texas gubernatorial election. Bush was elected president in 2000 after a close and controversial election, becoming the fourth president to be elected while receiving fewer popular votes nationwide than his opponent. Bush is the second president to have been the son of a former president, the first having been John Quincy Adams. He is also the brother of Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (George W. Bush) Thu, 09 Apr 2015 02:50:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/President-George-W-Bushs-Farewell-Address-Audiobook/B00VTW8WB2 thebookvoice.com 00:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President George W. Bush's Farewell Address Author: George W. Bush Narrator: John Greenman Format: Unabridged Length: 14 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: George Walker Bush (born July 6, 1946) is an American politician and businessman who served as the 43rd president of the United States, from 2001 to 2009, and the 46th governor of Texas, from 1995 to 2000. The eldest son of Barbara and George H. W. Bush, he was born in New Haven, Connecticut. After graduating from Yale University in 1968 and Harvard Business School in 1975, Bush worked in the oil businesses. He married Laura Welch in 1977 and ran unsuccessfully for the House of Representatives shortly thereafter. He later co-owned the Texas Rangers baseball team before defeating Ann Richards in the 1994 Texas gubernatorial election. Bush was elected president in 2000 after a close and controversial election, becoming the fourth president to be elected while receiving fewer popular votes nationwide than his opponent. Bush is the second president to have been the son of a former president, the first having been John Quincy Adams. He is also the brother of Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: President George W. Bush's Farewell Address Author: George W. Bush Narrator: John Greenman Format: Unabridged Length: 14 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: George Walker Bush (born July 6, 1946) is an American politician and businessman who served as the 43rd president of the United States, from 2001 to 2009, and the 46th governor of Texas, from 1995 to 2000. The eldest son of Barbara and George H. W. Bush, he was born in New Haven, Connecticut. After graduating from Yale University in 1968 and Harvard Business School in 1975, Bush worked in the oil businesses. He married Laura Welch in 1977 and ran unsuccessfully for the House of Representatives shortly thereafter. He later co-owned the Texas Rangers baseball team before defeating Ann Richards in the 1994 Texas gubernatorial election. Bush was elected president in 2000 after a close and controversial election, becoming the fourth president to be elected while receiving fewer popular votes nationwide than his opponent. Bush is the second president to have been the son of a former president, the first having been John Quincy Adams. He is also the brother of Jeb Bush, former governor of Florida. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/When-the-Hills-Ask-for-Your-Blood-Audiobook/B00LND8DUM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Hills Ask for Your Blood Author: David Belton Narrator: Jonathan Slinger Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Whole Story Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: 6th April, 1994: In the skies above Rwanda the president's plane is shot down in flames. The mass slaughter that follows is one of the bloodiest chapters in history. Twenty years on, BBC Newsnight producer David Belton, one of the first journalists into Rwanda, tells of the horrors he experienced. He revisits a country still marked with blood, in search of those who survived and the legacy of those who did not. Critic Reviews: "Belton excavates the truth... to produce a book that is both illuminating and profoundly moving" ( Independent) "Brings the story right up to date, confronting the dilemmas and tensions that lie not far below the surface... Elegantly written" (Observer) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Belton) Thu, 31 Jul 2014 19:57:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/When-the-Hills-Ask-for-Your-Blood-Audiobook/B00LND8DUM thebookvoice.com 09:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Hills Ask for Your Blood Author: David Belton Narrator: Jonathan Slinger Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Whole Story Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: 6th April, 1994: In the skies above Rwanda the president's plane is shot down in flames. The mass slaughter that follows is one of the bloodiest chapters in history. Twenty years on, BBC Newsnight producer David Belton, one of the first journalists into Rwanda, tells of the horrors he experienced. He revisits a country still marked with blood, in search of those who survived and the legacy of those who did not. Critic Reviews: "Belton excavates the truth... to produce a book that is both illuminating and profoundly moving" ( Independent) "Brings the story right up to date, confronting the dilemmas and tensions that lie not far below the surface... Elegantly written" (Observer) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When the Hills Ask for Your Blood Author: David Belton Narrator: Jonathan Slinger Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Whole Story Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: 6th April, 1994: In the skies above Rwanda the president's plane is shot down in flames. The mass slaughter that follows is one of the bloodiest chapters in history. Twenty years on, BBC Newsnight producer David Belton, one of the first journalists into Rwanda, tells of the horrors he experienced. He revisits a country still marked with blood, in search of those who survived and the legacy of those who did not. Critic Reviews: "Belton excavates the truth... to produce a book that is both illuminating and profoundly moving" ( Independent) "Brings the story right up to date, confronting the dilemmas and tensions that lie not far below the surface... Elegantly written" (Observer) Members Reviews: Rwanda's story This story was a remarkable overview of the plight of people during the Genocide. The authors insights to a horrific period give a view of how individuals were caught up in the struggles by conveying not only their experiences but also their thoughts about their dire situation. I have been to Rwanda, heard many versions of the genocide but this story has given me further insights. The key people in the story are described in great depth and with sensitivity. It captures the realities of people's lives based on the authors experiences as a journalist. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Square-and-the-Tower-Audiobook/B078PT8T2G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Square and the Tower Subtitle: Networks and Power, from the Freemasons to Facebook Author: Niall Ferguson Narrator: Elliot Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-18 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A brilliant recasting of the turning points in world history, including the one we're living through, as a collision between old power hierarchies and new social networks Most history is hierarchical: it's about emperors, presidents, prime ministers, and field marshals. It's about states, armies, and corporations. It's about orders from on high. Even history "from below" is often about trade unions and workers' parties. But what if that's simply because hierarchical institutions create the archives that historians rely on? What if we are missing the informal, less well documented social networks that are the true sources of power and drivers of change? The 21st century has been hailed as the Age of Networks. However, in The Square and the Tower, Niall Ferguson argues that networks have always been with us, from the structure of the brain to the food chain, from the family tree to freemasonry. Throughout history, hierarchies housed in high towers have claimed to rule, but often real power has resided in the networks in the town square below. For it is networks that tend to innovate. And it is through networks that revolutionary ideas can contagiously spread. Just because conspiracy theorists like to fantasize about such networks doesn't mean they are not real. From the cults of ancient Rome to the dynasties of the Renaissance, from the founding fathers to Facebook, The Square and the Tower tells the story of the rise, fall, and rise of networks, and shows how network theory - concepts such as clustering, degrees of separation, weak ties, contagions, and phase transitions - can transform our understanding of both the past and the present. Just as The Ascent of Money put Wall Street into historical perspective, so The Square and the Tower does the same for Silicon Valley. And it offers a bold prediction about which hierarchies will withstand this latest wave of network disruption - and which will be toppled. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Niall Ferguson) Tue, 16 Jan 2018 19:48:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Square-and-the-Tower-Audiobook/B078PT8T2G thebookvoice.com 17:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Square and the Tower Subtitle: Networks and Power, from the Freemasons to Facebook Author: Niall Ferguson Narrator: Elliot Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-18 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A brilliant recasting of the turning points in world history, including the one we're living through, as a collision between old power hierarchies and new social networks Most history is hierarchical: it's about emperors, presidents, prime ministers, and field marshals. It's about states, armies, and corporations. It's about orders from on high. Even history "from below" is often about trade unions and workers' parties. But what if that's simply because hierarchical institutions create the archives that historians rely on? What if we are missing the informal, less well documented social networks that are the true sources of power and drivers of change? The 21st century has been hailed as the Age of Networks. However, in The Square and the Tower, Niall Ferguson argues that networks have always been with us, from the structure of the brain to the food chain, from the family tree to freemasonry. Throughout history, hierarchies housed in high towers have claimed to rule, but often real power has resided in the networks in the town square below. For it is networks that tend to innovate. And it is through networks that revolutionary ideas can contagiously spread. Just because conspiracy theorists like to fantasize about such networks doesn't mean they are not real. From the cults of ancient Rome to the dynasties of the Renaissance, from the founding fathers to Facebook, The Square and the Tower tells the story of the rise, fall, and rise of networks, and shows how network theory - concepts such as clustering, degrees of separation, weak ties, contagions, and phase transitions - can transform our understanding of both the past and the present. Just as The Ascent of Money put Wall Street into historical perspective, so The Square and the Tower does the same for Silicon Valley. And it offers a bold prediction about which hierarchies will withstand this latest wave of network disruption - and which will be toppled. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Square and the Tower Subtitle: Networks and Power, from the Freemasons to Facebook Author: Niall Ferguson Narrator: Elliot Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-18 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A brilliant recasting of the turning points in world history, including the one we're living through, as a collision between old power hierarchies and new social networks Most history is hierarchical: it's about emperors, presidents, prime ministers, and field marshals. It's about states, armies, and corporations. It's about orders from on high. Even history "from below" is often about trade unions and workers' parties. But what if that's simply because hierarchical institutions create the archives that historians rely on? What if we are missing the informal, less well documented social networks that are the true sources of power and drivers of change? The 21st century has been hailed as the Age of Networks. However, in The Square and the Tower, Niall Ferguson argues that networks have always been with us, from the structure of the brain to the food chain, from the family tree to freemasonry. Throughout history, hierarchies housed in high towers have claimed to rule, but often real power has resided in the networks in the town square below. For it is networks that tend to innovate. And it is through networks that revolutionary ideas can contagiously spread. Just because conspiracy theorists like to fantasize about such networks doesn't mean they are not real. From the cults of ancient Rome to the dynasties of the Renaissance, from the founding fathers to Facebook, The Square and the Tower tells the story of the rise, fall, and rise of networks, and shows how network theory - concepts such as clustering, degrees of separation, weak ties, contagions, and phase transitions - can transform our understanding of both the past and the present. Just as The Ascent of Money put Wall Street into historical perspective, so The Square and the Tower does the same for Silicon Valley. And it offers a bold prediction about which hierarchies will withstand this latest wave of network disruption - and which will be toppled. Members Reviews: Ferguson's unique perspective of world history As Ferguson states, this is an honest (and, IMO, successful) attempt to reclaim the framing of world history as the result of big men and bigger institutions from that told by conspiracy theorists to those with rational perspective. An expertly narrated and well told enjoyable read. This book sucks Blah blah blah. Nothing here that is substantially new That anyone with any sort of wisdom wouldnt already know. Very boring work. Disappointed again by this author. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Playing-with-Fire-Audiobook/B074F9DSM5 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing with Fire Subtitle: The 1968 Election and the Transformation of American Politics Author: Lawrence O'Donnell Narrator: Lawrence O'Donnell Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 268 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the host of MSNBC's The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell, an important and enthralling new account of the presidential election that changed everything, the race that created American politics as we know it today. The 1968 US presidential election was the young Lawrence O'Donnell's political awakening, and in the decades since it has remained one of his abiding fascinations. For years he has deployed one of America's shrewdest political minds to understanding its dynamics, not just because it is fascinating in itself but because in it is contained the essence of what makes America different and how we got to where we are now. Playing with Fire represents O'Donnell's master class in American electioneering, embedded in the epic human drama of a system and a country coming apart at the seams in real time. Nothing went according to the script. LBJ was confident he'd dispatch with Nixon, the GOP frontrunner; Johnson's greatest fear and real nemesis was RFK. But Kennedy and his team, despite their loathing of the president, weren't prepared to challenge their own party's incumbent. Then, out of nowhere, Eugene McCarthy shocked everyone with his disloyalty and threw his hat in the ring to run against the president and the Vietnam War. A revolution seemed to be taking place, and LBJ, humiliated and bitter, began to look mortal. Then RFK leapt in, LBJ dropped out, and all hell broke loose. Two assassinations and a week of bloody riots in Chicago around the Democratic Convention later, and the old Democratic Party was a smoldering ruin, and, in the last triumph of old machine politics, Hubert Humphrey stood alone in the wreckage. Suddenly Nixon was the frontrunner, having masterfully maintained a smooth façade behind which he feverishly held his party's right and left wings in the fold, through a succession of ruthless maneuvers to see off George Romney, Nelson Rockefeller, Ronald Reagan, and the great outside threat to his new Southern Strategy, the arch-segregationist George Wallace. But then, amazingly, Humphrey began to close, and so, in late October, Nixon pulled off one of the greatest dirty tricks in American political history, an act that may well meet the statutory definition of treason. The tone was set for Watergate and all else that was to follow, all the way through to today. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Lawrence O'Donnell) Tue, 07 Nov 2017 10:10:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Playing-with-Fire-Audiobook/B074F9DSM5 thebookvoice.com 17:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing with Fire Subtitle: The 1968 Election and the Transformation of American Politics Author: Lawrence O'Donnell Narrator: Lawrence O'Donnell Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 268 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the host of MSNBC's The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell, an important and enthralling new account of the presidential election that changed everything, the race that created American politics as we know it today. The 1968 US presidential election was the young Lawrence O'Donnell's political awakening, and in the decades since it has remained one of his abiding fascinations. For years he has deployed one of America's shrewdest political minds to understanding its dynamics, not just because it is fascinating in itself but because in it is contained the essence of what makes America different and how we got to where we are now. Playing with Fire represents O'Donnell's master class in American electioneering, embedded in the epic human drama of a system and a country coming apart at the seams in real time. Nothing went according to the script. LBJ was confident he'd dispatch with Nixon, the GOP frontrunner; Johnson's greatest fear and real nemesis was RFK. But Kennedy and his team, despite their loathing of the president, weren't prepared to challenge their own party's incumbent. Then, out of nowhere, Eugene McCarthy shocked everyone with his disloyalty and threw his hat in the ring to run against the president and the Vietnam War. A revolution seemed to be taking place, and LBJ, humiliated and bitter, began to look mortal. Then RFK leapt in, LBJ dropped out, and all hell broke loose. Two assassinations and a week of bloody riots in Chicago around the Democratic Convention later, and the old Democratic Party was a smoldering ruin, and, in the last triumph of old machine politics, Hubert Humphrey stood alone in the wreckage. Suddenly Nixon was the frontrunner, having masterfully maintained a smooth façade behind which he feverishly held his party's right and left wings in the fold, through a succession of ruthless maneuvers to see off George Romney, Nelson Rockefeller, Ronald Reagan, and the great outside threat to his new Southern Strategy, the arch-segregationist George Wallace. But then, amazingly, Humphrey began to close, and so, in late October, Nixon pulled off one of the greatest dirty tricks in American political history, an act that may well meet the statutory definition of treason. The tone was set for Watergate and all else that was to follow, all the way through to today. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Playing with Fire Subtitle: The 1968 Election and the Transformation of American Politics Author: Lawrence O'Donnell Narrator: Lawrence O'Donnell Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 268 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the host of MSNBC's The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell, an important and enthralling new account of the presidential election that changed everything, the race that created American politics as we know it today. The 1968 US presidential election was the young Lawrence O'Donnell's political awakening, and in the decades since it has remained one of his abiding fascinations. For years he has deployed one of America's shrewdest political minds to understanding its dynamics, not just because it is fascinating in itself but because in it is contained the essence of what makes America different and how we got to where we are now. Playing with Fire represents O'Donnell's master class in American electioneering, embedded in the epic human drama of a system and a country coming apart at the seams in real time. Nothing went according to the script. LBJ was confident he'd dispatch with Nixon, the GOP frontrunner; Johnson's greatest fear and real nemesis was RFK. But Kennedy and his team, despite their loathing of the president, weren't prepared to challenge their own party's incumbent. Then, out of nowhere, Eugene McCarthy shocked everyone with his disloyalty and threw his hat in the ring to run against the president and the Vietnam War. A revolution seemed to be taking place, and LBJ, humiliated and bitter, began to look mortal. Then RFK leapt in, LBJ dropped out, and all hell broke loose. Two assassinations and a week of bloody riots in Chicago around the Democratic Convention later, and the old Democratic Party was a smoldering ruin, and, in the last triumph of old machine politics, Hubert Humphrey stood alone in the wreckage. Suddenly Nixon was the frontrunner, having masterfully maintained a smooth façade behind which he feverishly held his party's right and left wings in the fold, through a succession of ruthless maneuvers to see off George Romney, Nelson Rockefeller, Ronald Reagan, and the great outside threat to his new Southern Strategy, the arch-segregationist George Wallace. But then, amazingly, Humphrey began to close, and so, in late October, Nixon pulled off one of the greatest dirty tricks in American political history, an act that may well meet the statutory definition of treason. The tone was set for Watergate and all else that was to follow, all the way through to today. Members Reviews: Brilliant synthesis of history past and present Lawrence ODonnell combines an impressive command of facts with exceptional skill in the art of storytelling. His account of the radical transformation of the political convictions of so many Americans in that single, fateful, traumatic election year touches me deeply, as one who experienced that transformation personally. The rich portraits of that diverse cast of characters from my parents generation, almost all gone now, offer so much crucial insight into the counterpart cast of characters of my own generation, up to and including the most deplorable contemporaries, now mirroring Nixon in ways unimaginable until the fateful year just past. The narrative of losing Dr. King and Bobby Kennedy, so familiar, brings painful tears one more time for what might have been. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Autobiography-of-Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Audiobook/B002V01BJQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. Author: Clayborne Carson Narrator: Levar Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This history-making autobiography is Martin Luther King in his own words as read by others and in his own words and voice: the mild-mannered, inquisitive child and student who chafed under and eventually rebelled against segregation; the dedicated young minister who continually questioned the depths of his faith and the limits of his wisdom; the loving husband and father who sought to balance his family's needs with those of a growing, nationwide movement; and the reflective, world-famous leader who was fired by a vision of equality for people everywhere. In original recordings of his own vivid, compassionate voice, here at last is Martin Luther King, Jr.'s unforgettable chronicle of his life and his legacy. Years in the making, and woven together from thousands of recordings and documents, including letters to his family and diary entries, this program is a unique compilation which includes many rare recordings of Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering sermons, speeches, lectures, and addresses. Highlights include "I Have a Dream," "Letter from a Birmingham Jail," and "The Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech." Critic Reviews: "More than a resource, The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr., is a keepsake." (AudioFile) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Clayborne Carson) Thu, 16 Dec 1999 17:16:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Autobiography-of-Martin-Luther-King-Jr-Audiobook/B002V01BJQ thebookvoice.com 09:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. Author: Clayborne Carson Narrator: Levar Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This history-making autobiography is Martin Luther King in his own words as read by others and in his own words and voice: the mild-mannered, inquisitive child and student who chafed under and eventually rebelled against segregation; the dedicated young minister who continually questioned the depths of his faith and the limits of his wisdom; the loving husband and father who sought to balance his family's needs with those of a growing, nationwide movement; and the reflective, world-famous leader who was fired by a vision of equality for people everywhere. In original recordings of his own vivid, compassionate voice, here at last is Martin Luther King, Jr.'s unforgettable chronicle of his life and his legacy. Years in the making, and woven together from thousands of recordings and documents, including letters to his family and diary entries, this program is a unique compilation which includes many rare recordings of Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering sermons, speeches, lectures, and addresses. Highlights include "I Have a Dream," "Letter from a Birmingham Jail," and "The Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech." Critic Reviews: "More than a resource, The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr., is a keepsake." (AudioFile) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr. Author: Clayborne Carson Narrator: Levar Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 583 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This history-making autobiography is Martin Luther King in his own words as read by others and in his own words and voice: the mild-mannered, inquisitive child and student who chafed under and eventually rebelled against segregation; the dedicated young minister who continually questioned the depths of his faith and the limits of his wisdom; the loving husband and father who sought to balance his family's needs with those of a growing, nationwide movement; and the reflective, world-famous leader who was fired by a vision of equality for people everywhere. In original recordings of his own vivid, compassionate voice, here at last is Martin Luther King, Jr.'s unforgettable chronicle of his life and his legacy. Years in the making, and woven together from thousands of recordings and documents, including letters to his family and diary entries, this program is a unique compilation which includes many rare recordings of Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering sermons, speeches, lectures, and addresses. Highlights include "I Have a Dream," "Letter from a Birmingham Jail," and "The Nobel Prize Acceptance Speech." Critic Reviews: "More than a resource, The Autobiography of Martin Luther King, Jr., is a keepsake." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: A Fascinating Slice of History The most powerful aspects of this "autobiography" are the excerpts from Dr. King's speeches. It is stunning to hear him speak to the very first meeting of the Montgomery bus boycott supporters (after first hearing how little time he had to prepare) and to also hear the voices of the crowd chiming in their approval. The text that stiches the speech excerpts together is considerably weaker, because that text was not written by Dr. King and lacks his eloquence. Nevertheless, this is a fascinating insight into a great leader and an extraordinary time in American history. Read this to understand King The editor of this book used MLKs own words to compile an biography that was commissioned and authorized by MLKs family after his death. In the Audible version, his own speeches are scattered throughout. Magnificent! I cannot imagine a soul who cannot benefit from reading this book. It is still sadly so appropriate today. Progress has been made, yes. But too many things remain extremely problematic. Those who post memes about choosing love over hate but who do not post MLK memes about action, duty, justice, fairness are especially in need of reading this book. You are in danger of choosing order over action, something MLK did not respect. In fact he felt that was the most dangerous type of person, "the moderate." Anyone who thinks MLK was a republican should read this book. Anyone who thinks MLK would approve of not taking action when police brutality is targeted more at black people than white should read this book. Anyone who thinks MLK would not call for action when it has been shown that black people are arrested, caged, and punished after incarceration at *much* higher rates than white people who committed the *same* crime needs to read this book. No matter if you are black or white, if you fail to act, MLK would not be on your side. If you disagree, but have not read his own words, read them. If you choose order over justice, you are the most troublesome type of person in MLKs eyes. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/October-Audiobook/B06XWG6X42 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: October Subtitle: The Story of the Russian Revolution Author: China Mieville Narrator: John Banks Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The renowned fantasy and science fiction writer China Mieville has long been inspired by the ideals of the Russian Revolution, and here, on the centenary of the revolution, he provides his own distinctive take on its history. In February 1917, in the midst of bloody war, Russia was still an autocratic monarchy: nine months later it became the first socialist state in world history. How did this unimaginable transformation take place? How was a ravaged and backward country, swept up in a desperately unpopular war, rocked by not one but two revolutions? This is the story of the extraordinary months between those upheavals, in February and October, of the forces and individuals who made 1917 so epochal a year, of their intrigues, negotiations, conflicts and catastrophes. From familiar names like Lenin and Trotsky to their opponents Kornilov and Kerensky; from the byzantine squabbles of urban activists to the remotest villages of a sprawling empire; from the revolutionary railroad Sublime to the ciphers and static of coup by telegram; from grand sweep to forgotten detail. Historians have debated the revolution for 100 years, its portents and possibilities: the mass of literature can be daunting. But here is a book for those new to the events, told not only in their historical import but in all their passion and drama and strangeness. Because as well as a political event of profound and ongoing consequence, Mieville reveals the Russian Revolution as a breathtaking story. Critic Reviews: "Even when he is orbiting somewhere in a galaxy too far away for normal human comprehension...Mieville is dazzling." (The New York Times) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (China Mieville) Tue, 09 May 2017 05:55:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/October-Audiobook/B06XWG6X42 thebookvoice.com 11:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: October Subtitle: The Story of the Russian Revolution Author: China Mieville Narrator: John Banks Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The renowned fantasy and science fiction writer China Mieville has long been inspired by the ideals of the Russian Revolution, and here, on the centenary of the revolution, he provides his own distinctive take on its history. In February 1917, in the midst of bloody war, Russia was still an autocratic monarchy: nine months later it became the first socialist state in world history. How did this unimaginable transformation take place? How was a ravaged and backward country, swept up in a desperately unpopular war, rocked by not one but two revolutions? This is the story of the extraordinary months between those upheavals, in February and October, of the forces and individuals who made 1917 so epochal a year, of their intrigues, negotiations, conflicts and catastrophes. From familiar names like Lenin and Trotsky to their opponents Kornilov and Kerensky; from the byzantine squabbles of urban activists to the remotest villages of a sprawling empire; from the revolutionary railroad Sublime to the ciphers and static of coup by telegram; from grand sweep to forgotten detail. Historians have debated the revolution for 100 years, its portents and possibilities: the mass of literature can be daunting. But here is a book for those new to the events, told not only in their historical import but in all their passion and drama and strangeness. Because as well as a political event of profound and ongoing consequence, Mieville reveals the Russian Revolution as a breathtaking story. Critic Reviews: "Even when he is orbiting somewhere in a galaxy too far away for normal human comprehension...Mieville is dazzling." (The New York Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: October Subtitle: The Story of the Russian Revolution Author: China Mieville Narrator: John Banks Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 271 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The renowned fantasy and science fiction writer China Mieville has long been inspired by the ideals of the Russian Revolution, and here, on the centenary of the revolution, he provides his own distinctive take on its history. In February 1917, in the midst of bloody war, Russia was still an autocratic monarchy: nine months later it became the first socialist state in world history. How did this unimaginable transformation take place? How was a ravaged and backward country, swept up in a desperately unpopular war, rocked by not one but two revolutions? This is the story of the extraordinary months between those upheavals, in February and October, of the forces and individuals who made 1917 so epochal a year, of their intrigues, negotiations, conflicts and catastrophes. From familiar names like Lenin and Trotsky to their opponents Kornilov and Kerensky; from the byzantine squabbles of urban activists to the remotest villages of a sprawling empire; from the revolutionary railroad Sublime to the ciphers and static of coup by telegram; from grand sweep to forgotten detail. Historians have debated the revolution for 100 years, its portents and possibilities: the mass of literature can be daunting. But here is a book for those new to the events, told not only in their historical import but in all their passion and drama and strangeness. Because as well as a political event of profound and ongoing consequence, Mieville reveals the Russian Revolution as a breathtaking story. Critic Reviews: "Even when he is orbiting somewhere in a galaxy too far away for normal human comprehension...Mieville is dazzling." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: The 20th Century's New Weird History A nice narrative history of the Russian Revolution in 1917. This isn't an academic book. This, by design, is meant to be a nonintimidating book of history for the curious. As we look back on the last 100 years, the Communist Revolution still has much to teach us. Hell, Steve Bannon is a self-described Leninist. We might want to pay CLOSE attention to the trains of the past. I'm still trying to sort out exactly what I thought of this book. On one level it was well-written and paced (Miéville is a gifted story teller, obviously). He even makes the bureaucratic, committee-heavy, infighting of 1917 seem exciting. But while his approach is similar to others who have approached history or biography from a novelistic approach, it doesn't quite hit the level of literature (not quite Mailer or Capote) I was hoping for. Next to Miéville's own books, it doesn't rise to the top. China Miéville is well-versed in political philosophy. Dude has a PhD in it (technically in Marxism and International Law). His own leftist politics is felt from the first to the last pages. That is where the book gets a bit messy for me. This is Red October told by a New Weird SF/Fantasy writer who also happens to be strongly involved in International Socialist causes. This is a bit like having Orson Scott Card write about Mormonism or having Ayn Rand write about Adam Smith. Sometimes gifted people who are "true believers" aren't going to be the best/fairest critics of things they love. To be fair, Miéville spends a bit of the last few pages discussing how the 'revolution' went off the rails. But, he does't dwell too much on it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/World-Order-Audiobook/B00N1BDU84 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: World Order Author: Henry Kissinger Narrator: Nicholas Hormann Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 773 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Henry Kissinger has traveled the world, advised presidents, and been a close observer and participant in the central foreign policy events of our era. Now he offers his analysis of the twenty first century's ultimate challenge: how to build a shared international order in a world of divergent historic perspectives, violent conflict, proliferating technology, and ideological extremism. There has never been a true "world order," Kissinger observes. For most of history, civilizations defined their own concepts of order. Each considered itself the center of the world, and envisioned its distinct principles as universally relevant. China conceived of a global cultural hierarchy with the Emperor at its pinnacle. In Europe, Rome imagined itself surrounded by barbarians; when Rome fragmented, European peoples refined a concept of an equilibrium of sovereign states and sought to export it across the world. Islam considered itself the world's sole legitimate political unit, destined to expand indefinitely until the world was brought into harmony by Muslim principles. The United States was born of a conviction about the universal applicability of democratic principles - a conviction that has guided its policies ever since. Now international affairs take place on a global basis, and these historic concepts of world order are meeting. Every region participates in questions of high policy in every other, often instantaneously. Yet there is no consensus among the major actors about the rules and limits guiding this process, or its ultimate destination. The result is mounting tension. Grounded in Kissinger's deep study of history and experience as national security advisor and secretary of state, World Order guides readers on a tour of the globe. It examines the events and ideas that formed the historic concepts of order, their manifestations in contemporary controversies, and the ways in which they might ultimately be reconciled. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Henry Kissinger) Tue, 09 Sep 2014 00:43:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/World-Order-Audiobook/B00N1BDU84 thebookvoice.com 14:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: World Order Author: Henry Kissinger Narrator: Nicholas Hormann Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 773 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Henry Kissinger has traveled the world, advised presidents, and been a close observer and participant in the central foreign policy events of our era. Now he offers his analysis of the twenty first century's ultimate challenge: how to build a shared international order in a world of divergent historic perspectives, violent conflict, proliferating technology, and ideological extremism. There has never been a true "world order," Kissinger observes. For most of history, civilizations defined their own concepts of order. Each considered itself the center of the world, and envisioned its distinct principles as universally relevant. China conceived of a global cultural hierarchy with the Emperor at its pinnacle. In Europe, Rome imagined itself surrounded by barbarians; when Rome fragmented, European peoples refined a concept of an equilibrium of sovereign states and sought to export it across the world. Islam considered itself the world's sole legitimate political unit, destined to expand indefinitely until the world was brought into harmony by Muslim principles. The United States was born of a conviction about the universal applicability of democratic principles - a conviction that has guided its policies ever since. Now international affairs take place on a global basis, and these historic concepts of world order are meeting. Every region participates in questions of high policy in every other, often instantaneously. Yet there is no consensus among the major actors about the rules and limits guiding this process, or its ultimate destination. The result is mounting tension. Grounded in Kissinger's deep study of history and experience as national security advisor and secretary of state, World Order guides readers on a tour of the globe. It examines the events and ideas that formed the historic concepts of order, their manifestations in contemporary controversies, and the ways in which they might ultimately be reconciled. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: World Order Author: Henry Kissinger Narrator: Nicholas Hormann Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 773 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Henry Kissinger has traveled the world, advised presidents, and been a close observer and participant in the central foreign policy events of our era. Now he offers his analysis of the twenty first century's ultimate challenge: how to build a shared international order in a world of divergent historic perspectives, violent conflict, proliferating technology, and ideological extremism. There has never been a true "world order," Kissinger observes. For most of history, civilizations defined their own concepts of order. Each considered itself the center of the world, and envisioned its distinct principles as universally relevant. China conceived of a global cultural hierarchy with the Emperor at its pinnacle. In Europe, Rome imagined itself surrounded by barbarians; when Rome fragmented, European peoples refined a concept of an equilibrium of sovereign states and sought to export it across the world. Islam considered itself the world's sole legitimate political unit, destined to expand indefinitely until the world was brought into harmony by Muslim principles. The United States was born of a conviction about the universal applicability of democratic principles - a conviction that has guided its policies ever since. Now international affairs take place on a global basis, and these historic concepts of world order are meeting. Every region participates in questions of high policy in every other, often instantaneously. Yet there is no consensus among the major actors about the rules and limits guiding this process, or its ultimate destination. The result is mounting tension. Grounded in Kissinger's deep study of history and experience as national security advisor and secretary of state, World Order guides readers on a tour of the globe. It examines the events and ideas that formed the historic concepts of order, their manifestations in contemporary controversies, and the ways in which they might ultimately be reconciled. Members Reviews: More retrospective than future oriented Any additional comments? There is much to like in this audiobook, which essentially plays out like an extended TED talk, provided you agree with Kissingers realpolitic take on nation states balance of power. As might be expected, he lays out his analysis/arguments in a thoughtful, logical progression and the sum amounts to a region by region history lesson on how nation states, motivated by self-interest, strive to achieve a balance of power with their neighbours/rivals so that no nation becomes too strong or too weak. Failure to achieve this balance creates a dangerous, destabilizing effect. In a sense, peace is maintained under this type of framework and World Order takes the reader through a history lesson on how this has evolved in various geopolitical regions over the last 500 years. The roots of HKs worldview clearly havent evolved much over the past 50 years and at 91, it would probably be a bit folly to expect HK to change now. And hence, this underscores a fundamental weakness in World Order. As alternate theories arent offered, one doesnt come away with the sense that this is true historical analysis, nor poli sci primer. As it focuses largely on the nation state, which arguably has less importance in the 21st century than it did in the previous, it hardly qualifies as a prescription either, though HK does touch on some of the challenges ahead (ie. Nuclear proliferation, non state groups, interconnected global communication). https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-First-Rate-Madness-Audiobook/B005I64J0S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A First-Rate Madness Subtitle: Uncovering the Links Between Leadership and Mental Illness Author: Nassir Ghaemi Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 478 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Here, Nassir Ghaemi draws from the careers and personal plights of such notable leaders as Lincoln, Churchill, Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., JFK, and others from the past two centuries to build an argument at once controversial and compelling: the very qualities that mark those with mood disordersrealism, empathy, resilience, and creativityalso make for the best leaders in times of crisis. By combining astute analysis of the historical evidence with the latest psychiatric research, Ghaemi demonstrates how these qualities have produced brilliant leadership under the toughest circumstances. Take realism, for instance: studies show that those suffering depression are better than normal people at assessing current threats and predicting future outcomes. Looking at Lincoln, Churchill, and others, Ghaemi shows how depressive realism helped these men tackle challenges. Or consider creativity, a quality psychiatrists have studied extensively in relation to bipolar disorder. This book explains how mania inspired General Sherman and Ted Turner to design and execute their most creativeand successfulstrategies. Ghaemis thesis is robust and expansive; he even explains why sane men like Neville Chamberlain and George W. Bush made such poor leaders. Though sane people are better shepherds in good times, sanity can be a liability in moments of crisis. A lifetime without the cyclical torment of mood disorders can leave one ill equipped to endure dire straits. Ghaemis bold, authoritative analysis offers powerful new tools for determining who should lead us. But perhaps most profoundly, he encourages us to rethink our view of mental illness as a purely negative phenomenon. As this book makes clear, the most common types of insanity can confer vital benefits on individuals and society at largehowever high the price for those who endure these illnesses. Critic Reviews: Nassir Ghameis book is a provocative examination of the link between leadership, depression, and mania.It will arouse enormous interest, together with anger and disagreement, and many people will want to read it. (Paul Johnson, New York Times best-selling author of A History of the American People) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nassir Ghaemi) Mon, 22 Aug 2011 09:58:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-First-Rate-Madness-Audiobook/B005I64J0S thebookvoice.com 10:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A First-Rate Madness Subtitle: Uncovering the Links Between Leadership and Mental Illness Author: Nassir Ghaemi Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 478 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Here, Nassir Ghaemi draws from the careers and personal plights of such notable leaders as Lincoln, Churchill, Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., JFK, and others from the past two centuries to build an argument at once controversial and compelling: the very qualities that mark those with mood disordersrealism, empathy, resilience, and creativityalso make for the best leaders in times of crisis. By combining astute analysis of the historical evidence with the latest psychiatric research, Ghaemi demonstrates how these qualities have produced brilliant leadership under the toughest circumstances. Take realism, for instance: studies show that those suffering depression are better than normal people at assessing current threats and predicting future outcomes. Looking at Lincoln, Churchill, and others, Ghaemi shows how depressive realism helped these men tackle challenges. Or consider creativity, a quality psychiatrists have studied extensively in relation to bipolar disorder. This book explains how mania inspired General Sherman and Ted Turner to design and execute their most creativeand successfulstrategies. Ghaemis thesis is robust and expansive; he even explains why sane men like Neville Chamberlain and George W. Bush made such poor leaders. Though sane people are better shepherds in good times, sanity can be a liability in moments of crisis. A lifetime without the cyclical torment of mood disorders can leave one ill equipped to endure dire straits. Ghaemis bold, authoritative analysis offers powerful new tools for determining who should lead us. But perhaps most profoundly, he encourages us to rethink our view of mental illness as a purely negative phenomenon. As this book makes clear, the most common types of insanity can confer vital benefits on individuals and society at largehowever high the price for those who endure these illnesses. Critic Reviews: Nassir Ghameis book is a provocative examination of the link between leadership, depression, and mania.It will arouse enormous interest, together with anger and disagreement, and many people will want to read it. (Paul Johnson, New York Times best-selling author of A History of the American People) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A First-Rate Madness Subtitle: Uncovering the Links Between Leadership and Mental Illness Author: Nassir Ghaemi Narrator: Sean Runnette Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 478 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Here, Nassir Ghaemi draws from the careers and personal plights of such notable leaders as Lincoln, Churchill, Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr., JFK, and others from the past two centuries to build an argument at once controversial and compelling: the very qualities that mark those with mood disordersrealism, empathy, resilience, and creativityalso make for the best leaders in times of crisis. By combining astute analysis of the historical evidence with the latest psychiatric research, Ghaemi demonstrates how these qualities have produced brilliant leadership under the toughest circumstances. Take realism, for instance: studies show that those suffering depression are better than normal people at assessing current threats and predicting future outcomes. Looking at Lincoln, Churchill, and others, Ghaemi shows how depressive realism helped these men tackle challenges. Or consider creativity, a quality psychiatrists have studied extensively in relation to bipolar disorder. This book explains how mania inspired General Sherman and Ted Turner to design and execute their most creativeand successfulstrategies. Ghaemis thesis is robust and expansive; he even explains why sane men like Neville Chamberlain and George W. Bush made such poor leaders. Though sane people are better shepherds in good times, sanity can be a liability in moments of crisis. A lifetime without the cyclical torment of mood disorders can leave one ill equipped to endure dire straits. Ghaemis bold, authoritative analysis offers powerful new tools for determining who should lead us. But perhaps most profoundly, he encourages us to rethink our view of mental illness as a purely negative phenomenon. As this book makes clear, the most common types of insanity can confer vital benefits on individuals and society at largehowever high the price for those who endure these illnesses. Critic Reviews: Nassir Ghameis book is a provocative examination of the link between leadership, depression, and mania.It will arouse enormous interest, together with anger and disagreement, and many people will want to read it. (Paul Johnson, New York Times best-selling author of A History of the American People) Members Reviews: A First Rate Journey Into Resilience I first heard of Nassir Ghaemi from a lecture on ADHD and Bipolar and then found several friends who recommended this book. It journeys into the lives of key leaders who changed the world, and tells the story which at the time the world was not yet open to hear. With public stigma and misunderstanding, if Kennedy was known to have mental issues and take drugs would the world so widely have accepted him? What about Abraham Lincoln? Why was Hitler so cruel (could drugs have made him worse?)? As a psychiatry resident I work with hundreds of patients who look for hope, meaning in the midst of their mental illness. This book can decrease your stigma of mental illness and also open up your mind to the possibility of mental illness being a positive thing in some situations. An excellent insite on leadership and neurology What made the experience of listening to A First-Rate Madness the most enjoyable? The thesis is so well developed, the gifts which accompany depression and mania create the best crisis leaders. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Pope-and-a-President-Audiobook/B0759J5C8N Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Pope and a President Subtitle: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century Author: Paul Kengor Narrator: James Anderson Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Even as historians credit Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II with hastening the end of the Cold War, they have failed to recognize the depth or significance of the bond that developed between the two leaders. Acclaimed scholar and best-selling author Paul Kengor changes that. In this fascinating book, he reveals a singular bond - which included a spiritual connection between the Catholic pope and the Protestant president - that drove the two men to confront what they knew to be the great evil of the 20th century: Soviet communism. Reagan and John Paul II almost didn't have the opportunity to forge this relationship: just six weeks apart in the spring of 1981, they took bullets from would-be assassins. But their strikingly similar near-death experiences brought them close together - to Moscow's dismay. A Pope and a President is the product of years of research. Based on Kengor's tireless archival digging and his unique access to Reagan insiders, this book reveals captivating new details on a relationship that changed history. Critic Reviews: "No Reagan biographer or scholar knows Ronald Reagan and conservatism like Paul Kengor." (Michael Reagan) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Kengor) Wed, 20 Sep 2017 03:16:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Pope-and-a-President-Audiobook/B0759J5C8N thebookvoice.com 23:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Pope and a President Subtitle: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century Author: Paul Kengor Narrator: James Anderson Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Even as historians credit Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II with hastening the end of the Cold War, they have failed to recognize the depth or significance of the bond that developed between the two leaders. Acclaimed scholar and best-selling author Paul Kengor changes that. In this fascinating book, he reveals a singular bond - which included a spiritual connection between the Catholic pope and the Protestant president - that drove the two men to confront what they knew to be the great evil of the 20th century: Soviet communism. Reagan and John Paul II almost didn't have the opportunity to forge this relationship: just six weeks apart in the spring of 1981, they took bullets from would-be assassins. But their strikingly similar near-death experiences brought them close together - to Moscow's dismay. A Pope and a President is the product of years of research. Based on Kengor's tireless archival digging and his unique access to Reagan insiders, this book reveals captivating new details on a relationship that changed history. Critic Reviews: "No Reagan biographer or scholar knows Ronald Reagan and conservatism like Paul Kengor." (Michael Reagan) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Pope and a President Subtitle: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century Author: Paul Kengor Narrator: James Anderson Foster Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Even as historians credit Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II with hastening the end of the Cold War, they have failed to recognize the depth or significance of the bond that developed between the two leaders. Acclaimed scholar and best-selling author Paul Kengor changes that. In this fascinating book, he reveals a singular bond - which included a spiritual connection between the Catholic pope and the Protestant president - that drove the two men to confront what they knew to be the great evil of the 20th century: Soviet communism. Reagan and John Paul II almost didn't have the opportunity to forge this relationship: just six weeks apart in the spring of 1981, they took bullets from would-be assassins. But their strikingly similar near-death experiences brought them close together - to Moscow's dismay. A Pope and a President is the product of years of research. Based on Kengor's tireless archival digging and his unique access to Reagan insiders, this book reveals captivating new details on a relationship that changed history. Critic Reviews: "No Reagan biographer or scholar knows Ronald Reagan and conservatism like Paul Kengor." (Michael Reagan) Members Reviews: Exceptional!!!! An excellent read/listen. These two men made the world a better place! We need both of them now. This is the best book I have ever read about Reagan. I loved it so much I bought it in print and in audio. It is something I can read over and over again and still not tire of. I highly recommend this book. A wonderful account of two amazing lives and their impact on us all! I love both of these amazing men! A beautiful account of a very dark time in our culture. How two men, following Gods call changed our lives. If you love President Regan and Pope Saint John Paul II, read this! This should be required reading for our youth today! What a magnificent book! Growing up in the 80s and 90s and witnessing the conclusion of this amazing story we had no idea of all the incredible story behind the scenes. The initial explanation of atheistic communism and socialism and how it has infiltrated the fabric of our current society is a required reading for a youth so we can confront our current challenges. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Invisible-Bridge-Audiobook/B00M4KTMCQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Invisible Bridge Subtitle: The Fall of Nixon and the Rise of Reagan Author: Rick Perlstein Narrator: David de Vries Format: Unabridged Length: 39 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-05-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the bestselling author of Nixonland: a dazzling portrait of America on the verge of a nervous breakdown in the tumultuous political and economic times of the 1970s. In January of 1973 Richard Nixon announced the end of the Vietnam War and prepared for a triumphant second term - until televised Watergate hearings revealed his White House as little better than a mafia den. The next president declared upon Nixons resignation our long national nightmare is over - but then congressional investigators exposed the CIA for assassinating foreign leaders. The collapse of the South Vietnamese government rendered moot the sacrifice of some 58,000 American lives. The economy was in tatters. And as Americans began thinking about their nation in a new way - as one more nation among nations, no more providential than any other - the pundits declared that from now on successful politicians would be the ones who honored this chastened new national mood. Ronald Reagan never got the message. Which was why, when he announced his intention to challenge President Ford for the 1976 Republican nomination, those same pundits dismissed him - until, amazingly, it started to look like he might just win. He was inventing the new conservative political culture we know now, in which a vision of patriotism rooted in a sense of American limits was derailed in Americas Bicentennial year by the rise of the smiling politician from Hollywood. Against a backdrop of melodramas from the Arab oil embargo to Patty Hearst to the near-bankruptcy of Americas greatest city, The Invisible Bridge asks the question: what does it mean to believe in America? To wave a flag - or to reject the glibness of the flag wavers? bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Rick Perlstein) Tue, 05 Aug 2014 14:54:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Invisible-Bridge-Audiobook/B00M4KTMCQ thebookvoice.com 00:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Invisible Bridge Subtitle: The Fall of Nixon and the Rise of Reagan Author: Rick Perlstein Narrator: David de Vries Format: Unabridged Length: 39 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-05-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the bestselling author of Nixonland: a dazzling portrait of America on the verge of a nervous breakdown in the tumultuous political and economic times of the 1970s. In January of 1973 Richard Nixon announced the end of the Vietnam War and prepared for a triumphant second term - until televised Watergate hearings revealed his White House as little better than a mafia den. The next president declared upon Nixons resignation our long national nightmare is over - but then congressional investigators exposed the CIA for assassinating foreign leaders. The collapse of the South Vietnamese government rendered moot the sacrifice of some 58,000 American lives. The economy was in tatters. And as Americans began thinking about their nation in a new way - as one more nation among nations, no more providential than any other - the pundits declared that from now on successful politicians would be the ones who honored this chastened new national mood. Ronald Reagan never got the message. Which was why, when he announced his intention to challenge President Ford for the 1976 Republican nomination, those same pundits dismissed him - until, amazingly, it started to look like he might just win. He was inventing the new conservative political culture we know now, in which a vision of patriotism rooted in a sense of American limits was derailed in Americas Bicentennial year by the rise of the smiling politician from Hollywood. Against a backdrop of melodramas from the Arab oil embargo to Patty Hearst to the near-bankruptcy of Americas greatest city, The Invisible Bridge asks the question: what does it mean to believe in America? To wave a flag - or to reject the glibness of the flag wavers? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Invisible Bridge Subtitle: The Fall of Nixon and the Rise of Reagan Author: Rick Perlstein Narrator: David de Vries Format: Unabridged Length: 39 hrs Language: English Release date: 08-05-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 382 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the bestselling author of Nixonland: a dazzling portrait of America on the verge of a nervous breakdown in the tumultuous political and economic times of the 1970s. In January of 1973 Richard Nixon announced the end of the Vietnam War and prepared for a triumphant second term - until televised Watergate hearings revealed his White House as little better than a mafia den. The next president declared upon Nixons resignation our long national nightmare is over - but then congressional investigators exposed the CIA for assassinating foreign leaders. The collapse of the South Vietnamese government rendered moot the sacrifice of some 58,000 American lives. The economy was in tatters. And as Americans began thinking about their nation in a new way - as one more nation among nations, no more providential than any other - the pundits declared that from now on successful politicians would be the ones who honored this chastened new national mood. Ronald Reagan never got the message. Which was why, when he announced his intention to challenge President Ford for the 1976 Republican nomination, those same pundits dismissed him - until, amazingly, it started to look like he might just win. He was inventing the new conservative political culture we know now, in which a vision of patriotism rooted in a sense of American limits was derailed in Americas Bicentennial year by the rise of the smiling politician from Hollywood. Against a backdrop of melodramas from the Arab oil embargo to Patty Hearst to the near-bankruptcy of Americas greatest city, The Invisible Bridge asks the question: what does it mean to believe in America? To wave a flag - or to reject the glibness of the flag wavers? Members Reviews: Brilliant Rick Perlstein is a brilliant writer and political analyst. His two previous books, one about the rise of Goldwater, the other about the rise of Nixon, were chock full of surprises: Perlstein is a master of the forgotten detail and the hidden pattern. In the third book, he presents the rise of Reagan against the backdrop of Nixons fall. Together the three books provide new insight into the growth of modern-day American conservatism. One of the surprises in this book, for me, was Perlsteins negative attitude toward Jimmy Carter. I have a higher opinion of Carters presidency than most people, and his actions after his presidency have only increased my opinion of him as a man. But in Perlsteins view, virtually every action, every speech of Carters is tinged with hypocrisy and vindictiveness. It's a puzzling attitude on the part of an author with whom I seem to be in agreement on almost everything else. The book ends with the 1976 Republican convention. And another surprise for me was how divided that convention was. Ford and Reagan arrived at the convention with neither having a clear majority of delegates. The horse-trading that gave the nomination to Ford also saddled him with the most conservative platform in American political history. This was the year the Republican Party and antiabortion activists became fellow travelers. I lived through those times, and I've always thought of myself as a well-informed and moderately active political junkie. And yet I don't remember any of that. Perlstein turns it into a nail-biter. David Devries is not nearly as good a reader as Perlstein is a writer. It took me a long time to get used to his pattern of pauses and emphases. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Internationalists-Audiobook/B074B3PYGX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Internationalists Subtitle: How a Radical Plan to Outlaw War Remade the World Author: Oona A. Hathaway, Scott J. Shapiro Narrator: Amanda Carlin Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A bold and provocative history of the men who fought to outlaw war and how an often overlooked treaty signed in 1928 was among the most transformative events in modern history. On a hot summer afternoon in 1928, the leaders of the world assembled in Paris to outlaw war. Within the year, the treaty signed that day, known as the Peace Pact, had been ratified by nearly every state in the world. War, for the first time in history, had become illegal the world over. But the promise of that summer day was fleeting. Within a decade of its signing, each state that had gathered in Paris to renounce war was at war. And in the century that followed, the Peace Pact was dismissed as an act of folly and an unmistakable failure. This book argues that that understanding is inaccurate and that the Peace Pact ushered in a sustained march toward peace that lasts to this day. The Internationalists tells the story of the Peace Pact by placing it in the long history of international law from the 17th century through the present, tracing this rich history through a fascinating and diverse array of lawyers, politicians, and intellectuals - Hugo Grotius, Nishi Amane, Salmon Levinson, James Shotwell, Sumner Welles, Carl Schmitt, Hersch Lauterpacht, and Sayyid Qutb. It tells of a centuries-long struggle of ideas over the role of war in a just world order. It details the brutal world of conflict the Peace Pact helped extinguish and the subsequent era where tariffs and sanctions take the place of tanks and gunships. The Internationalists examines with renewed appreciation an international system that has outlawed wars of aggression and brought unprecedented stability to the world map. Accessible and gripping, this book will change the way we view the history of the 20th century - and how we must work together to protect the global order the internationalists fought to make possible. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Oona A. Hathaway) Tue, 12 Sep 2017 07:37:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Internationalists-Audiobook/B074B3PYGX thebookvoice.com 19:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Internationalists Subtitle: How a Radical Plan to Outlaw War Remade the World Author: Oona A. Hathaway, Scott J. Shapiro Narrator: Amanda Carlin Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A bold and provocative history of the men who fought to outlaw war and how an often overlooked treaty signed in 1928 was among the most transformative events in modern history. On a hot summer afternoon in 1928, the leaders of the world assembled in Paris to outlaw war. Within the year, the treaty signed that day, known as the Peace Pact, had been ratified by nearly every state in the world. War, for the first time in history, had become illegal the world over. But the promise of that summer day was fleeting. Within a decade of its signing, each state that had gathered in Paris to renounce war was at war. And in the century that followed, the Peace Pact was dismissed as an act of folly and an unmistakable failure. This book argues that that understanding is inaccurate and that the Peace Pact ushered in a sustained march toward peace that lasts to this day. The Internationalists tells the story of the Peace Pact by placing it in the long history of international law from the 17th century through the present, tracing this rich history through a fascinating and diverse array of lawyers, politicians, and intellectuals - Hugo Grotius, Nishi Amane, Salmon Levinson, James Shotwell, Sumner Welles, Carl Schmitt, Hersch Lauterpacht, and Sayyid Qutb. It tells of a centuries-long struggle of ideas over the role of war in a just world order. It details the brutal world of conflict the Peace Pact helped extinguish and the subsequent era where tariffs and sanctions take the place of tanks and gunships. The Internationalists examines with renewed appreciation an international system that has outlawed wars of aggression and brought unprecedented stability to the world map. Accessible and gripping, this book will change the way we view the history of the 20th century - and how we must work together to protect the global order the internationalists fought to make possible. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Internationalists Subtitle: How a Radical Plan to Outlaw War Remade the World Author: Oona A. Hathaway, Scott J. Shapiro Narrator: Amanda Carlin Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A bold and provocative history of the men who fought to outlaw war and how an often overlooked treaty signed in 1928 was among the most transformative events in modern history. On a hot summer afternoon in 1928, the leaders of the world assembled in Paris to outlaw war. Within the year, the treaty signed that day, known as the Peace Pact, had been ratified by nearly every state in the world. War, for the first time in history, had become illegal the world over. But the promise of that summer day was fleeting. Within a decade of its signing, each state that had gathered in Paris to renounce war was at war. And in the century that followed, the Peace Pact was dismissed as an act of folly and an unmistakable failure. This book argues that that understanding is inaccurate and that the Peace Pact ushered in a sustained march toward peace that lasts to this day. The Internationalists tells the story of the Peace Pact by placing it in the long history of international law from the 17th century through the present, tracing this rich history through a fascinating and diverse array of lawyers, politicians, and intellectuals - Hugo Grotius, Nishi Amane, Salmon Levinson, James Shotwell, Sumner Welles, Carl Schmitt, Hersch Lauterpacht, and Sayyid Qutb. It tells of a centuries-long struggle of ideas over the role of war in a just world order. It details the brutal world of conflict the Peace Pact helped extinguish and the subsequent era where tariffs and sanctions take the place of tanks and gunships. The Internationalists examines with renewed appreciation an international system that has outlawed wars of aggression and brought unprecedented stability to the world map. Accessible and gripping, this book will change the way we view the history of the 20th century - and how we must work together to protect the global order the internationalists fought to make possible. Members Reviews: Might makes Right? Hathaway and Shapiro, two legal scholars of international law at Yale Law School, present a convincing argument that the Kellog-Briand Agreement or Paris Peace Pact of 1928 outlawing war between nations was an epochal event resulting in a decisive and irrevocable change in the nature of international (interstate) relations. For students of history this is essential reading. It is the Rosetta Stone for understanding the change in international law and relations since WW1 and WW2. I cannot think of a work accessible to the lay reader which provides such a powerful tool to decipher and understand the nature of our modern world and how our world has changed because of the events which propelled forward thinkers to come up with the Pact after WW1. It allows a deep appreciation about the way nations used to go to war (The Law of Nations) and the way they now no longer do. Although the Pact did not eliminate war it modified and tamed it in significant ways. The book provides erudite arguments to use against skeptics of globalization and the United Nations. Highly recommended. This is honestly one of the best books I've read in a long time This is honestly one of the best books I've read in a long time. I'm a historian, not a lawyer, but my training was in military and diplomatic history. I learned so much from this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Revenge-of-Geography-Audiobook/B009W7WRHQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Revenge of Geography Subtitle: What the Map Tells Us About Coming Conflicts and the Battle Against Fate Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 411 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Revenge of Geography, Robert D. Kaplan builds on the insights, discoveries, and theories of great geographers and geopolitical thinkers of the near and distant past to look back at critical pivots in history and then to look forward at the evolving global scene. Kaplan traces the history of the world's hot spots by examining their climates, topographies, and proximities to other embattled lands. The Russian steppe's pitiless climate and limited vegetation bred hard and cruel men bent on destruction, for example, while Nazi geopoliticians distorted geopolitics entirely, calculating that space on the globe used by the British Empire and the Soviet Union could be swallowed by a greater German homeland. Kaplan then applies the lessons learned to the present crises in Europe, Russia, China, the Indian subcontinent, Turkey, Iran, and the Arab Middle East. The result is a holistic interpretation of the next cycle of conflict throughout Eurasia. Remarkably, the future can be understood in the context of temperature, land allotment, and other physical certainties: China, able to feed only twenty-three percent of its people from land that is only seven percent arable, has sought energy, minerals, and metals from such brutal regimes as Burma, Iran, and Zimbabwe, putting it in moral conflict with the United States. Afghanistan's porous borders will keep it the principal invasion route into India, and a vital rear base for Pakistan, India's main enemy. Iran will exploit the advantage of being the only country that straddles both energy-producing areas of the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea. Finally, Kaplan posits that the United States might rue engaging in far-flung conflicts with Iraq and Afghanistan rather than tending to its direct neighbor Mexico, which is on the verge of becoming a semifailed state due to drug cartel carnage. A brilliant rebuttal to thinkers who suggest that globalism will trump geography, this indispensable work shows how timeless truths and natural facts can help prevent this century's looming cataclysms. Critic Reviews: "A solid work of acuity and breadth." ( Kirkus) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert D. Kaplan) Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:24:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Revenge-of-Geography-Audiobook/B009W7WRHQ thebookvoice.com 13:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Revenge of Geography Subtitle: What the Map Tells Us About Coming Conflicts and the Battle Against Fate Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 411 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Revenge of Geography, Robert D. Kaplan builds on the insights, discoveries, and theories of great geographers and geopolitical thinkers of the near and distant past to look back at critical pivots in history and then to look forward at the evolving global scene. Kaplan traces the history of the world's hot spots by examining their climates, topographies, and proximities to other embattled lands. The Russian steppe's pitiless climate and limited vegetation bred hard and cruel men bent on destruction, for example, while Nazi geopoliticians distorted geopolitics entirely, calculating that space on the globe used by the British Empire and the Soviet Union could be swallowed by a greater German homeland. Kaplan then applies the lessons learned to the present crises in Europe, Russia, China, the Indian subcontinent, Turkey, Iran, and the Arab Middle East. The result is a holistic interpretation of the next cycle of conflict throughout Eurasia. Remarkably, the future can be understood in the context of temperature, land allotment, and other physical certainties: China, able to feed only twenty-three percent of its people from land that is only seven percent arable, has sought energy, minerals, and metals from such brutal regimes as Burma, Iran, and Zimbabwe, putting it in moral conflict with the United States. Afghanistan's porous borders will keep it the principal invasion route into India, and a vital rear base for Pakistan, India's main enemy. Iran will exploit the advantage of being the only country that straddles both energy-producing areas of the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea. Finally, Kaplan posits that the United States might rue engaging in far-flung conflicts with Iraq and Afghanistan rather than tending to its direct neighbor Mexico, which is on the verge of becoming a semifailed state due to drug cartel carnage. A brilliant rebuttal to thinkers who suggest that globalism will trump geography, this indispensable work shows how timeless truths and natural facts can help prevent this century's looming cataclysms. Critic Reviews: "A solid work of acuity and breadth." ( Kirkus) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Revenge of Geography Subtitle: What the Map Tells Us About Coming Conflicts and the Battle Against Fate Author: Robert D. Kaplan Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 411 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In The Revenge of Geography, Robert D. Kaplan builds on the insights, discoveries, and theories of great geographers and geopolitical thinkers of the near and distant past to look back at critical pivots in history and then to look forward at the evolving global scene. Kaplan traces the history of the world's hot spots by examining their climates, topographies, and proximities to other embattled lands. The Russian steppe's pitiless climate and limited vegetation bred hard and cruel men bent on destruction, for example, while Nazi geopoliticians distorted geopolitics entirely, calculating that space on the globe used by the British Empire and the Soviet Union could be swallowed by a greater German homeland. Kaplan then applies the lessons learned to the present crises in Europe, Russia, China, the Indian subcontinent, Turkey, Iran, and the Arab Middle East. The result is a holistic interpretation of the next cycle of conflict throughout Eurasia. Remarkably, the future can be understood in the context of temperature, land allotment, and other physical certainties: China, able to feed only twenty-three percent of its people from land that is only seven percent arable, has sought energy, minerals, and metals from such brutal regimes as Burma, Iran, and Zimbabwe, putting it in moral conflict with the United States. Afghanistan's porous borders will keep it the principal invasion route into India, and a vital rear base for Pakistan, India's main enemy. Iran will exploit the advantage of being the only country that straddles both energy-producing areas of the Persian Gulf and the Caspian Sea. Finally, Kaplan posits that the United States might rue engaging in far-flung conflicts with Iraq and Afghanistan rather than tending to its direct neighbor Mexico, which is on the verge of becoming a semifailed state due to drug cartel carnage. A brilliant rebuttal to thinkers who suggest that globalism will trump geography, this indispensable work shows how timeless truths and natural facts can help prevent this century's looming cataclysms. Critic Reviews: "A solid work of acuity and breadth." ( Kirkus) Members Reviews: Why Don't They Teach This Stuff? In "The Importance of Being Earnest," Oscar Wilde's very upright English aristocrat Lady Bracknell says something like " I hate arguments; they are so often convincing." Well, this book is a convincing and not-altogether-welcome argument, but an important and sobering one nevertheless. Using rock-solid evidence from lots of sources (modern and historical), Robert Kaplan tells us why we shouldn't dismiss geography as a determiner of politics simply because technology has made the world so "small". Our assumption that the whole world would be democratic if it just had the chance and the right example has tripped the US (and others) up most recently in Afghanistan and Iraq. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Beautiful-Country-and-the-Middle-Kingdom-Audiobook/B01N8X5R27 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Beautiful Country and the Middle Kingdom Subtitle: America and China, 1776 to the Present Author: John Pomfret Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 30 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-16 Publisher: HighBridge Company Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Our relationship with China remains one of the most complex and rapidly evolving and is perhaps one of the most important to our nation's future. Here, John Pomfret, the author of the best-selling Chinese Lessons, takes us deep into these two countries' shared history and illuminates in vibrant, stunning detail every major event, relationship, and ongoing development that has affected diplomacy between these two booming, influential nations. We meet early American missionaries and chart their influence in China and follow a group of young Chinese students who enroll in American universities, eager to soak up Western traditions. We witness firsthand major and devastating events like the Boxer Rebellion and the rise of Mao. We examine both nations' involvement in world events such as World War I and II. Pomfret takes the myriad historical milestones of two of the world's most powerful nations and turns them into one fluid, fascinating story, leaving us with a nuanced understanding of where these two nations stand in relation to one another and the rest of the world. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (John Pomfret) Tue, 29 Nov 2016 18:08:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Beautiful-Country-and-the-Middle-Kingdom-Audiobook/B01N8X5R27 thebookvoice.com 30:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Beautiful Country and the Middle Kingdom Subtitle: America and China, 1776 to the Present Author: John Pomfret Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 30 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-16 Publisher: HighBridge Company Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Our relationship with China remains one of the most complex and rapidly evolving and is perhaps one of the most important to our nation's future. Here, John Pomfret, the author of the best-selling Chinese Lessons, takes us deep into these two countries' shared history and illuminates in vibrant, stunning detail every major event, relationship, and ongoing development that has affected diplomacy between these two booming, influential nations. We meet early American missionaries and chart their influence in China and follow a group of young Chinese students who enroll in American universities, eager to soak up Western traditions. We witness firsthand major and devastating events like the Boxer Rebellion and the rise of Mao. We examine both nations' involvement in world events such as World War I and II. Pomfret takes the myriad historical milestones of two of the world's most powerful nations and turns them into one fluid, fascinating story, leaving us with a nuanced understanding of where these two nations stand in relation to one another and the rest of the world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Beautiful Country and the Middle Kingdom Subtitle: America and China, 1776 to the Present Author: John Pomfret Narrator: Tom Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 30 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-16 Publisher: HighBridge Company Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Our relationship with China remains one of the most complex and rapidly evolving and is perhaps one of the most important to our nation's future. Here, John Pomfret, the author of the best-selling Chinese Lessons, takes us deep into these two countries' shared history and illuminates in vibrant, stunning detail every major event, relationship, and ongoing development that has affected diplomacy between these two booming, influential nations. We meet early American missionaries and chart their influence in China and follow a group of young Chinese students who enroll in American universities, eager to soak up Western traditions. We witness firsthand major and devastating events like the Boxer Rebellion and the rise of Mao. We examine both nations' involvement in world events such as World War I and II. Pomfret takes the myriad historical milestones of two of the world's most powerful nations and turns them into one fluid, fascinating story, leaving us with a nuanced understanding of where these two nations stand in relation to one another and the rest of the world. Members Reviews: Indispensable for understanding the US China relationship I grew up with the subject of this book as my family history and have pursued my interest in this as a teacher of history. My mother spent significant intervals of her childhood in China between 1912 and 1927. My grandfather began as a medical missionary in Canton in 1900 and, shortly after arriving there, had the task of conveying to his future wife's family that his fiancee's older sister and her husband had been killed in the Boxer Rebellion. By 1922 he was no longer a missionary but was an employee of the Rockefeller Foundation's Peking Union Medical College in Peking. Having taught history in a number of independent schools where I taught some Chinese history, I can claim academic familiarity in this subject, without being any kind of authority. What I can say is that this book enlarged by understanding of this history significantly and is well worth reading for anyone who would like to have a better understanding of this complicated relationship. Informative, disquieting, captivating Where does The Beautiful Country and the Middle Kingdom rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? among the best What other book might you compare The Beautiful Country and the Middle Kingdom to and why? Thomas Rid, Rise of the Machines: subtle, balanced, engaging history of a subject that is consistently misrepresented in popular culture Evan Osnos, Age of Ambition: new ways to think about China What does Tom Perkins bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Pronunciation of Chinese words that is almost but not quite right Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The chapters about US behavior toward China during WWII were a revelation and painful to listen to for an American Any additional comments? I first visited China in 1984 and have returned regularly ever since. I'm in China now listening to this on the campus of a Chinese university that was built by Christian missionaries 100 years ago. Pomfret's analysis of US China relations is a breath of fresh air. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Commander-in-Chief-Audiobook/B01G60B8W6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Commander in Chief Subtitle: FDR's Battle with Churchill, 1943 Author: Nigel Hamilton Narrator: Shaun Grindell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In the next installment of the "splendid memoir Roosevelt didn't get to write" (New York Times), Nigel Hamilton tells the astonishing story of FDR's yearlong defining battle with Churchill as the war raged in Africa and Italy. Nigel Hamilton's Mantle of Command, long-listed for the National Book Award, drew on years of archival research and interviews to portray FDR in a tight close-up as he determined Allied strategy in the crucial initial phases of World War II. Commander in Chief reveals the astonishing sequel - suppressed by Winston Churchill in his memoirs - of Roosevelt's battles with Churchill to maintain that strategy. Roosevelt knew that the Allies should take Sicily but avoid a wider battle in Southern Europe, building experience but saving strength to invade France in early 1944. Churchill seemed to agree at Casablanca - only to undermine his own generals and the Allied command, testing Roosevelt's patience to the limit. Churchill was afraid of the invasion planned for Normandy and pushed instead for disastrous fighting in Italy, thereby almost losing the war for the Allies. In a dramatic showdown, FDR finally set the ultimate course for victory by making the ultimate threat. Commander in Chief shows FDR in top form at a crucial time in the modern history of the West. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Nigel Hamilton) Tue, 07 Jun 2016 01:01:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Commander-in-Chief-Audiobook/B01G60B8W6 thebookvoice.com 14:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Commander in Chief Subtitle: FDR's Battle with Churchill, 1943 Author: Nigel Hamilton Narrator: Shaun Grindell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In the next installment of the "splendid memoir Roosevelt didn't get to write" (New York Times), Nigel Hamilton tells the astonishing story of FDR's yearlong defining battle with Churchill as the war raged in Africa and Italy. Nigel Hamilton's Mantle of Command, long-listed for the National Book Award, drew on years of archival research and interviews to portray FDR in a tight close-up as he determined Allied strategy in the crucial initial phases of World War II. Commander in Chief reveals the astonishing sequel - suppressed by Winston Churchill in his memoirs - of Roosevelt's battles with Churchill to maintain that strategy. Roosevelt knew that the Allies should take Sicily but avoid a wider battle in Southern Europe, building experience but saving strength to invade France in early 1944. Churchill seemed to agree at Casablanca - only to undermine his own generals and the Allied command, testing Roosevelt's patience to the limit. Churchill was afraid of the invasion planned for Normandy and pushed instead for disastrous fighting in Italy, thereby almost losing the war for the Allies. In a dramatic showdown, FDR finally set the ultimate course for victory by making the ultimate threat. Commander in Chief shows FDR in top form at a crucial time in the modern history of the West. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Commander in Chief Subtitle: FDR's Battle with Churchill, 1943 Author: Nigel Hamilton Narrator: Shaun Grindell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 81 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In the next installment of the "splendid memoir Roosevelt didn't get to write" (New York Times), Nigel Hamilton tells the astonishing story of FDR's yearlong defining battle with Churchill as the war raged in Africa and Italy. Nigel Hamilton's Mantle of Command, long-listed for the National Book Award, drew on years of archival research and interviews to portray FDR in a tight close-up as he determined Allied strategy in the crucial initial phases of World War II. Commander in Chief reveals the astonishing sequel - suppressed by Winston Churchill in his memoirs - of Roosevelt's battles with Churchill to maintain that strategy. Roosevelt knew that the Allies should take Sicily but avoid a wider battle in Southern Europe, building experience but saving strength to invade France in early 1944. Churchill seemed to agree at Casablanca - only to undermine his own generals and the Allied command, testing Roosevelt's patience to the limit. Churchill was afraid of the invasion planned for Normandy and pushed instead for disastrous fighting in Italy, thereby almost losing the war for the Allies. In a dramatic showdown, FDR finally set the ultimate course for victory by making the ultimate threat. Commander in Chief shows FDR in top form at a crucial time in the modern history of the West. Members Reviews: Read the Entire Trilogy by Nigel Hamilton I have read the first two books of the trilogy, "Mantle of Command" and "Commander in Chief". The last in the series is still to be published. Most WWII historical buffs have fallen into the Churchill trap "The history of the Second World War will be kind to me for I shall write it." The first two books in this series by Nigel Hamilton, a British historian, have well portrayed the Churchill - FDR relationship from their first meeting in 1941 throughout the war. Mantle of Command covers 1941 and 1942 while this book, Commander in Chief, deals with 1943. Hamilton's research is from documents left behind by FDR and personal stories of eye-witnesses. Many of the stories take on a much different slant from descriptions in Churchill's work. From these two volumes the reader can see that from 1941 on FDR ran the war in spite of some of his own generals as well as Churchill. It is obvious the Churchillian role diminished in late 1942-43 although he did succeed in getting us involved in Italy which became a quagmire. The FDR-Churchill battle concerning the post-war role of the British Empire and its colonies is extremely interesting. It is sad FDR did not live to write a history as he drove the events from 1942 on. Hamilton, the author of the "Monty" Trilogy sensed this and has done a great job of presenting modern research to rewrite much of the FDR-Churchill relationship. The Most Powerful Man in the World If you could sum up Commander in Chief in three words, what would they be? Hard to stop listening What other book might you compare Commander in Chief to and why? The Mantle of Command. "FDR at War 1941-42. This is the forerunner to Commander in Chief and should be read first. Which scene was your favorite? The issues surrounding Prime Minister Churchill were key and well developed throughout both of Hamilton's books. I lost a lot of respect for Churchill whose 6 volume History of WWII is supposedly the definitive history of WWII. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Rights-of-Man-Great-Thinkers-and-Great-Movements-Audiobook/B00DL6VJZ0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rights of Man: Great Thinkers and Great Movements Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Paul Gordon Lauren Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." These stirring words from the Declaration of Independence are a powerful statement of the importance of human rights in Western civilization. But many of the freedoms we enjoy today were not so "self-evident" to lawmakers throughout much of our history. Instead, many of those freedoms - from racial segregation, from enslavement, from persecution for one's religion or ethnicity - were the result of long and fierce struggles that took place in courtrooms and meeting rooms, in churches and on battlefields, in classrooms and on streets, at home and abroad, often over many years. Now an award-winning author and honored teacher and scholar tells you this inspirational and profound story in a series of 24 riveting, often moving lectures designed to strengthen your appreciation of both your rights and the long struggles to obtain them. You'll follow the battle for human rights from the initial visions of history's greatest philosophers, religious leaders, and political thinkers to those who fought to make their visions of equality a reality, including Lucretia Mott, Martin Luther King Jr., and Nelson Mandela. Each lecture gives you an overview of historical movements like the struggle for women's suffrage, the emancipation of serfs and slaves, and the development of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 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 00:23:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Rights-of-Man-Great-Thinkers-and-Great-Movements-Audiobook/B00DL6VJZ0 thebookvoice.com 12:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rights of Man: Great Thinkers and Great Movements Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Paul Gordon Lauren Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." These stirring words from the Declaration of Independence are a powerful statement of the importance of human rights in Western civilization. But many of the freedoms we enjoy today were not so "self-evident" to lawmakers throughout much of our history. Instead, many of those freedoms - from racial segregation, from enslavement, from persecution for one's religion or ethnicity - were the result of long and fierce struggles that took place in courtrooms and meeting rooms, in churches and on battlefields, in classrooms and on streets, at home and abroad, often over many years. Now an award-winning author and honored teacher and scholar tells you this inspirational and profound story in a series of 24 riveting, often moving lectures designed to strengthen your appreciation of both your rights and the long struggles to obtain them. You'll follow the battle for human rights from the initial visions of history's greatest philosophers, religious leaders, and political thinkers to those who fought to make their visions of equality a reality, including Lucretia Mott, Martin Luther King Jr., and Nelson Mandela. Each lecture gives you an overview of historical movements like the struggle for women's suffrage, the emancipation of serfs and slaves, and the development of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 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/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rights of Man: Great Thinkers and Great Movements Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Paul Gordon Lauren Format: Original Recording Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." These stirring words from the Declaration of Independence are a powerful statement of the importance of human rights in Western civilization. But many of the freedoms we enjoy today were not so "self-evident" to lawmakers throughout much of our history. Instead, many of those freedoms - from racial segregation, from enslavement, from persecution for one's religion or ethnicity - were the result of long and fierce struggles that took place in courtrooms and meeting rooms, in churches and on battlefields, in classrooms and on streets, at home and abroad, often over many years. Now an award-winning author and honored teacher and scholar tells you this inspirational and profound story in a series of 24 riveting, often moving lectures designed to strengthen your appreciation of both your rights and the long struggles to obtain them. You'll follow the battle for human rights from the initial visions of history's greatest philosophers, religious leaders, and political thinkers to those who fought to make their visions of equality a reality, including Lucretia Mott, Martin Luther King Jr., and Nelson Mandela. Each lecture gives you an overview of historical movements like the struggle for women's suffrage, the emancipation of serfs and slaves, and the development of the United Nations' Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 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 set of lectures and a really good narrator this is a great book really easy to understand and with a comprehensive history of the evolution of human rights Excellent lecture series on Human Rights Well structured, presented, informative and engaging lecture series on human rights and the "rights of man". Presented by Paul Gordon Laurent, a respected writer on the history of human rights, it charts their evolution through a series of carefully chosen chapters exploring the ideas, people, and contexts in which the struggles for human rights gained momentum. This valuable text introduces listeners to the back-stories behind the need for protecting human rights as a counter to the horrors of which man is capable. The lectures are surprisingly easy to listen to and Lauren is generous with insightful comments about context, the actors and organisations involved, and the importance and limitations of structures, documents and ideas. Every now and again he emphasises a point, drawing links to other chapters and events, or encouraging the listener to ponder his words, for a moment. He draws us into the lives and thinking of contributors to this ongoing project and does not shy away from the many challenges and limitations that remain. He emphasises the roles not only of great thinkers and leaders but of all of us, of civil society, NGOs, and the governments which frame the circumstances of our lives. Each chapter opens the door to issues which warrant deeper reflection and analysis ... https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Sailing-the-Wine-Dark-Sea-Audiobook/B002UZKIG4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sailing the Wine-Dark Sea Subtitle: Why the Greeks Matter Author: Thomas Cahill Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Best selling history writer Thomas Cahill continues his series on the roots of Western civilization with this volume about the contributions of ancient Greece to the development of contemporary culture. Tracing the origin of Greek culture in the migrations of armed Indo-European horsemen into Attica and the Peloponnesian peninsula, he follows their progress into the creation of the Greek city-states, the refinement of their machinery of war, and the flowering of intellectual and artistic culture. Cahill credits the Greeks with creating Western militarism, shaping Christianity, and giving us the intellectual foundations on which we base everything from dictionaries to filing systems. Cahill ably demonstrates the fascinating uniqueness of ancient Greek culture, but also shows its startling reincarnations in contemporary contexts. ©2003 Thomas Cahill; (P)2003 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "He writes in an easy, relaxed vernacular. And he enjoys himself.' (The New York Times) "In this elegant introduction to Greek life and thought, Cahill provides the same majestic historical survey he has already offered for the Irish, the Jews and the Christians...Cahill gracefully opens up a world that has provided so much of Western culture's characteristic way of thinking." (Publishers Weekly) "Extraordinarily knowledgeable, informal in tone, amusing, wide-ranging, smartly paced....A rich, lively presentation." (New York Times Book Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomas Cahill) Fri, 07 Nov 2003 22:29:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Sailing-the-Wine-Dark-Sea-Audiobook/B002UZKIG4 thebookvoice.com 07:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sailing the Wine-Dark Sea Subtitle: Why the Greeks Matter Author: Thomas Cahill Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Best selling history writer Thomas Cahill continues his series on the roots of Western civilization with this volume about the contributions of ancient Greece to the development of contemporary culture. Tracing the origin of Greek culture in the migrations of armed Indo-European horsemen into Attica and the Peloponnesian peninsula, he follows their progress into the creation of the Greek city-states, the refinement of their machinery of war, and the flowering of intellectual and artistic culture. Cahill credits the Greeks with creating Western militarism, shaping Christianity, and giving us the intellectual foundations on which we base everything from dictionaries to filing systems. Cahill ably demonstrates the fascinating uniqueness of ancient Greek culture, but also shows its startling reincarnations in contemporary contexts. ©2003 Thomas Cahill; (P)2003 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "He writes in an easy, relaxed vernacular. And he enjoys himself.' (The New York Times) "In this elegant introduction to Greek life and thought, Cahill provides the same majestic historical survey he has already offered for the Irish, the Jews and the Christians...Cahill gracefully opens up a world that has provided so much of Western culture's characteristic way of thinking." (Publishers Weekly) "Extraordinarily knowledgeable, informal in tone, amusing, wide-ranging, smartly paced....A rich, lively presentation." (New York Times Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sailing the Wine-Dark Sea Subtitle: Why the Greeks Matter Author: Thomas Cahill Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-03 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 258 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Best selling history writer Thomas Cahill continues his series on the roots of Western civilization with this volume about the contributions of ancient Greece to the development of contemporary culture. Tracing the origin of Greek culture in the migrations of armed Indo-European horsemen into Attica and the Peloponnesian peninsula, he follows their progress into the creation of the Greek city-states, the refinement of their machinery of war, and the flowering of intellectual and artistic culture. Cahill credits the Greeks with creating Western militarism, shaping Christianity, and giving us the intellectual foundations on which we base everything from dictionaries to filing systems. Cahill ably demonstrates the fascinating uniqueness of ancient Greek culture, but also shows its startling reincarnations in contemporary contexts. ©2003 Thomas Cahill; (P)2003 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "He writes in an easy, relaxed vernacular. And he enjoys himself.' (The New York Times) "In this elegant introduction to Greek life and thought, Cahill provides the same majestic historical survey he has already offered for the Irish, the Jews and the Christians...Cahill gracefully opens up a world that has provided so much of Western culture's characteristic way of thinking." (Publishers Weekly) "Extraordinarily knowledgeable, informal in tone, amusing, wide-ranging, smartly paced....A rich, lively presentation." (New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Really enjoyed this Audiobook; a good model I have read the other Cahill books (the Jews, the Irish) and I've been very pleased with this one as an audiobook. The audiobook alternates between recitations from Homer and other epic Greek poets (Sapho, Euripedes), and Cahill's explanatory and contexual material. For an audiobook, this is excellent, since the poetry of Homer really deserves to be heard. As an audiobook format, this is nearly perfect material. This is not a hard core academic treatment; Cahill is very eclectic and undiscplined, sort of the Stephen Ambrose of the ancient world. I'm looking forward to the film 'Troy' in a few months, and this book is good background for the film. Super super This is a really super summary of ancient Greek history. While thoroughly entertaining and educational, it allowed me to put into perspective all the scattered information I had gathered through a lifetime about classical Greece. Finally, I understood the mythology and the Greek writers and philosphers. All the bits of information I had never really understood came together and made enjoyable sense in Cahill's terrific book. If Homer and Olive Oil make you think of cartoons ....then this is probably not the book for you. But for the serious student of any of the liberal arts( philosophy, politics, history, literature, sociology, fine arts, ect.) this is a must read. Another of his series of histories, Cahill has an encyclopedic grasp of the evolution of modern western society. Lively and at times risque, he gives a persuasive arguement for the study of the classics. It's a good read. crossing the void of time I've always wondered about the Greeks, the ancient world, the ways that humans have lived and interacted. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Wages-of-Rebellion-Audiobook/B01017HN6A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wages of Rebellion Author: Chris Hedges Narrator: David deVries Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 238 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Revolutions come in waves and cycles. We are again riding the crest of a revolutionary epic, much like 1848 or 1917, from the Arab Spring to movements against austerity in Greece to the Occupy movement. In Wages of Rebellion, Chris Hedges - who has chronicled the malaise and sickness of a society in terminal moral decline in his books Empire of Illusion and Death of the Liberal Class - investigates what social and psychological factors cause revolution, rebellion, and resistance. Drawing on an ambitious overview of prominent philosophers, historians, and literary figures he shows not only the harbingers of a coming crisis but also the nascent seeds of rebellion. Hedges' message is clear: popular uprisings in the United States and around the world are inevitable in the face of environmental destruction and wealth polarization. Focusing on the stories of rebels from around the world and throughout history, Hedges investigates what it takes to be a rebel in modern times. Utilizing the work of Reinhold Niebuhr, Hedges describes the motivation that guides the actions of rebels as "sublime madness" - the state of passion that causes the rebel to engage in an unavailing fight against overwhelmingly powerful and oppressive forces. For Hedges, resistance is carried out not for its success, but as a moral imperative that affirms life. Those who rise up against the odds will be those endowed with this "sublime madness." From South African activists who dedicated their lives to ending apartheid, to contemporary anti-fracking protests in Alberta, Canada, to whistleblowers in pursuit of transparency, Wages of Rebellion shows the cost of a life committed to speaking the truth and demanding justice. Hedges has penned an indispensable guide to rebellion. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Chris Hedges) Mon, 22 Jun 2015 03:21:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Wages-of-Rebellion-Audiobook/B01017HN6A thebookvoice.com 09:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wages of Rebellion Author: Chris Hedges Narrator: David deVries Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 238 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Revolutions come in waves and cycles. We are again riding the crest of a revolutionary epic, much like 1848 or 1917, from the Arab Spring to movements against austerity in Greece to the Occupy movement. In Wages of Rebellion, Chris Hedges - who has chronicled the malaise and sickness of a society in terminal moral decline in his books Empire of Illusion and Death of the Liberal Class - investigates what social and psychological factors cause revolution, rebellion, and resistance. Drawing on an ambitious overview of prominent philosophers, historians, and literary figures he shows not only the harbingers of a coming crisis but also the nascent seeds of rebellion. Hedges' message is clear: popular uprisings in the United States and around the world are inevitable in the face of environmental destruction and wealth polarization. Focusing on the stories of rebels from around the world and throughout history, Hedges investigates what it takes to be a rebel in modern times. Utilizing the work of Reinhold Niebuhr, Hedges describes the motivation that guides the actions of rebels as "sublime madness" - the state of passion that causes the rebel to engage in an unavailing fight against overwhelmingly powerful and oppressive forces. For Hedges, resistance is carried out not for its success, but as a moral imperative that affirms life. Those who rise up against the odds will be those endowed with this "sublime madness." From South African activists who dedicated their lives to ending apartheid, to contemporary anti-fracking protests in Alberta, Canada, to whistleblowers in pursuit of transparency, Wages of Rebellion shows the cost of a life committed to speaking the truth and demanding justice. Hedges has penned an indispensable guide to rebellion. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wages of Rebellion Author: Chris Hedges Narrator: David deVries Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 238 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Revolutions come in waves and cycles. We are again riding the crest of a revolutionary epic, much like 1848 or 1917, from the Arab Spring to movements against austerity in Greece to the Occupy movement. In Wages of Rebellion, Chris Hedges - who has chronicled the malaise and sickness of a society in terminal moral decline in his books Empire of Illusion and Death of the Liberal Class - investigates what social and psychological factors cause revolution, rebellion, and resistance. Drawing on an ambitious overview of prominent philosophers, historians, and literary figures he shows not only the harbingers of a coming crisis but also the nascent seeds of rebellion. Hedges' message is clear: popular uprisings in the United States and around the world are inevitable in the face of environmental destruction and wealth polarization. Focusing on the stories of rebels from around the world and throughout history, Hedges investigates what it takes to be a rebel in modern times. Utilizing the work of Reinhold Niebuhr, Hedges describes the motivation that guides the actions of rebels as "sublime madness" - the state of passion that causes the rebel to engage in an unavailing fight against overwhelmingly powerful and oppressive forces. For Hedges, resistance is carried out not for its success, but as a moral imperative that affirms life. Those who rise up against the odds will be those endowed with this "sublime madness." From South African activists who dedicated their lives to ending apartheid, to contemporary anti-fracking protests in Alberta, Canada, to whistleblowers in pursuit of transparency, Wages of Rebellion shows the cost of a life committed to speaking the truth and demanding justice. Hedges has penned an indispensable guide to rebellion. Members Reviews: Excellent, important book I liked this book very much. I had heard Chris Hedges in fairly long interviews but had not realized the breadth of his scholarship. Shakespeare, Melville, Plato, Faulkner, and others are all invoked to weave a rich tapestry of what it means to be a rebel, what makes some people become rebels, and how certain social or cultural contexts call for rebellion. Much of the book also consists in an exposition of how economic, cultural and institutional arrangements in the United States in particular, call for (non-violent) resistance/revolt/rebellion. In Hedges' telling, the United States is not a democracy at all: corporations in effect run the government. Through the government and also through private firms sometimes (often?) hired by corporations, Americans are being spied upon and vigorously brought into line if they take serious actions (eg Wikipeaks, Snowden) to threaten the corporate agenda. Hedges also describes how the U.S. has been a violent society from its inception and how this violence is still strongly directed towards blacks (viz the corporate prison system) at home. While the need for revolt is clearly documented for the U.S., it is clear that to some degree it extends as well to other countries, such as my own, Canada. Hedges is very clear at the same time that only non-violent action is ever likely to bear fruit for good in the long term. Finally the reading is clear and engaging. Well read. Beautifully written. Ever have the sickening feeling that things are not what they appear to be? Rejoice! You are not alone. Mr. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Reclaiming-Israels-History-Audiobook/B06XK5G4VV Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reclaiming Israels History Subtitle: Roots, Rights, and the Struggle for Peace Author: David Brog Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 03-20-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: There was a time when Israel could do no wrong in America's eyes. That time is long past, and justly so - no nation is absolutely perfect, particularly not one that is engaged in a conflict as long as the Arab-Israeli conflict. But the myth of the perfect Israel has been supplanted by a far more deleterious myth: the myth of the evil Israel. This new myth has so pervaded contemporary culture that the history of Israel - as well documented as it is - has been recast and retold to fit a false narrative of Israel as violent occupier. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Brog) Mon, 20 Mar 2017 15:25:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Reclaiming-Israels-History-Audiobook/B06XK5G4VV thebookvoice.com 09:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reclaiming Israels History Subtitle: Roots, Rights, and the Struggle for Peace Author: David Brog Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 03-20-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: There was a time when Israel could do no wrong in America's eyes. That time is long past, and justly so - no nation is absolutely perfect, particularly not one that is engaged in a conflict as long as the Arab-Israeli conflict. But the myth of the perfect Israel has been supplanted by a far more deleterious myth: the myth of the evil Israel. This new myth has so pervaded contemporary culture that the history of Israel - as well documented as it is - has been recast and retold to fit a false narrative of Israel as violent occupier. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Reclaiming Israels History Subtitle: Roots, Rights, and the Struggle for Peace Author: David Brog Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 03-20-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: There was a time when Israel could do no wrong in America's eyes. That time is long past, and justly so - no nation is absolutely perfect, particularly not one that is engaged in a conflict as long as the Arab-Israeli conflict. But the myth of the perfect Israel has been supplanted by a far more deleterious myth: the myth of the evil Israel. This new myth has so pervaded contemporary culture that the history of Israel - as well documented as it is - has been recast and retold to fit a false narrative of Israel as violent occupier. Members Reviews: Superb audiobook Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This is a must read for those interested in learning more about the Arab-Israeli conflict. There is so much misinformation perpetuated by the mainstream media. This book brings some clarity to a very complex and volatile issue. Covers the key elements of the controversy Superb summary of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that clearly shows that it is Palestinian rejectionism that is its major cause. Also important in that it covers in some detail the Jewish connection to the land of Israel for the last 2000 years. Highly recommended! Extremely accessible for a comprehensive history While any story that tackles a voluminous subject will lack details, this would be a very good starting point to anyone interested in a well -researched, minimally editorialized, introduction to the Arab-Israeli conflict. I've never read a better explanation of the history of the Jews in Israel. Very, very informative. Well written, easily understood, nice voice presentation. Would recommend for anyone wanting the truth about Israel. Telling and informative As non biased as a book can be regarding actual facts and frequently glossed over or conveniently forgot events. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Rendezvous-at-the-Russian-Tea-Rooms-Audiobook/B015QBSCTI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rendezvous at the Russian Tea Rooms Subtitle: The Spyhunter, the Fashion Designer & the Man From Moscow Author: Paul Willetts Narrator: Jon Glover Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Rendezvous at the Russian Tea Rooms provides the first comprehensive account of what was once hailed by a leading American newspaper as the greatest spy story of World War II. This dramatic yet little-known saga, replete with telephone taps, kidnappings, and police surveillance, centres on the furtive escapades of Tyler Kent, a handsome, womanising 28-year-old Ivy League graduate who doubles as a US embassy code clerk and Soviet agent. Against the backdrop of London high society during the so-called Phoney War, Kent's life intersects with the lives of the book's two other memorably flamboyant protagonists. One of those is Maxwell Knight, an urbane, endearingly eccentric MI5 spyhunter. The other is Anna Wolkoff, a White Russian fashion designer and Nazi spy whose outfits are worn by the Duchess of Windsor and whose parents are friends of the British royal family. Wolkoff belongs to a fascist secret society called the Right Club, which aims to overthrow the British government. Her romantic entanglement with Tyler Kent gives her access to a secret correspondence between President Roosevelt and Winston Churchill, a correspondence that has the potential to transform the outcome of the war. An engrossing real-life WWII espionage thriller, perfect for fans of Ben Macintyre. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Willetts) Thu, 01 Oct 2015 11:24:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Rendezvous-at-the-Russian-Tea-Rooms-Audiobook/B015QBSCTI thebookvoice.com 17:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rendezvous at the Russian Tea Rooms Subtitle: The Spyhunter, the Fashion Designer & the Man From Moscow Author: Paul Willetts Narrator: Jon Glover Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Rendezvous at the Russian Tea Rooms provides the first comprehensive account of what was once hailed by a leading American newspaper as the greatest spy story of World War II. This dramatic yet little-known saga, replete with telephone taps, kidnappings, and police surveillance, centres on the furtive escapades of Tyler Kent, a handsome, womanising 28-year-old Ivy League graduate who doubles as a US embassy code clerk and Soviet agent. Against the backdrop of London high society during the so-called Phoney War, Kent's life intersects with the lives of the book's two other memorably flamboyant protagonists. One of those is Maxwell Knight, an urbane, endearingly eccentric MI5 spyhunter. The other is Anna Wolkoff, a White Russian fashion designer and Nazi spy whose outfits are worn by the Duchess of Windsor and whose parents are friends of the British royal family. Wolkoff belongs to a fascist secret society called the Right Club, which aims to overthrow the British government. Her romantic entanglement with Tyler Kent gives her access to a secret correspondence between President Roosevelt and Winston Churchill, a correspondence that has the potential to transform the outcome of the war. An engrossing real-life WWII espionage thriller, perfect for fans of Ben Macintyre. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rendezvous at the Russian Tea Rooms Subtitle: The Spyhunter, the Fashion Designer & the Man From Moscow Author: Paul Willetts Narrator: Jon Glover Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Rendezvous at the Russian Tea Rooms provides the first comprehensive account of what was once hailed by a leading American newspaper as the greatest spy story of World War II. This dramatic yet little-known saga, replete with telephone taps, kidnappings, and police surveillance, centres on the furtive escapades of Tyler Kent, a handsome, womanising 28-year-old Ivy League graduate who doubles as a US embassy code clerk and Soviet agent. Against the backdrop of London high society during the so-called Phoney War, Kent's life intersects with the lives of the book's two other memorably flamboyant protagonists. One of those is Maxwell Knight, an urbane, endearingly eccentric MI5 spyhunter. The other is Anna Wolkoff, a White Russian fashion designer and Nazi spy whose outfits are worn by the Duchess of Windsor and whose parents are friends of the British royal family. Wolkoff belongs to a fascist secret society called the Right Club, which aims to overthrow the British government. Her romantic entanglement with Tyler Kent gives her access to a secret correspondence between President Roosevelt and Winston Churchill, a correspondence that has the potential to transform the outcome of the war. An engrossing real-life WWII espionage thriller, perfect for fans of Ben Macintyre. Members Reviews: Exciting spy non-fiction Paul Willetts has chosen a gripping topic, has researched it meticulously, and unfolded its intricacies in a very clever and readable way. He keeps the lead characters narratives separate, tantalisingly divulging information about them in short discrete segments. Tension builds as it all starts to come together - by the end I couldnt switch off, so keen was I to know whether there would be any arrests and, if so, who. Like all good stories, there are a few surprises at the end. There is a large cast of diverse characters, action in diverse settings, and undercurrents of patriotism and prejudice, treachery and loyalty, and deception in many guises. Pre-war and war-time London are depicted in all their starkness, with people adapting to shifting threat levels and the ever-present demands of shortages and restrictions. Willetts knows how to pace a story, and he has some gem turns of phrase (as well as a few clunkers like time flowing as unwillingly as cold béchamel sauce). Jon Glover does a commendable job voice and accent well matched to the subject and pretty good with most of the accents (although, like so many English narrators, he pronounces the first syllable of Roosevelt as rooz instead of rose which becomes more than irritating when FDR is mentioned so many times). 'Rendezvous' is a riveting read, and I look forward to more by Paul Willetts. Astounding narrative. This is an incredible book and I could not stop listening. As soon as I finished it I listened again;It tells the story of Max Knight an intelligence officer and his tracking down of Anna a Russian émigré turned Hitler fanatic who is ready to betray Britain and an American spy Tyler who works for the account of the Russians. Tyler differs in that he is probably more motivated by financial gain even if his politics are mainly right wing. This is non-fiction but the accounts are woven to read like fiction and the details of life in that early period of the start of the war are authentic and give the whole period a sense of reality. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fascinating-History-of-American-Conservatism-Audiobook/B078XKCX9B Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fascinating History of American Conservatism Author: Prof. Gregory L. Schneider Narrator: Prof. Gregory L. Schneider Format: Original Recording Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Liberty Talks, Inc. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This expertly-taught course invites you on a journey through 100 years of American conservative history. The history and development of American conservatism is as fascinating as it is complex. While conservative commentators, politicians, and pundits abound, few truly understand how the conservative movement came to be the institution it is today. Now, you can learn about this vital history in 12 thought-provoking lectures. Conservatism is not a rigid ideology; rather, as you will learn, its protean character has allowed it to adapt and survive as a major force in the history of ideas and in politics. In recent decades, conservatism has become a political force in the nation, but it took many years of building and organizing to construct the necessary institutions to do so. You will start with the beginnings of the conservative movement and its reaction to the New Deal. You will then explore the greatest figures of conservatism, from William F. Buckley and his publication of National Review, to the Barry Goldwater campaign of 1964, up through the rise of Reagan and his ensuing political influence. You will then consider the future of the conservative movement. Born from intellectual activity rather than political power, conservatives constructed a movement based around the propositions of free market economics, the preservation of tradition, and combat with communism. This is an essential course for all those seeking to gain a fuller understanding of conservatism and American political history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Prof. Gregory L. Schneider) Wed, 10 Jan 2018 18:17:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fascinating-History-of-American-Conservatism-Audiobook/B078XKCX9B thebookvoice.com 04:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fascinating History of American Conservatism Author: Prof. Gregory L. Schneider Narrator: Prof. Gregory L. Schneider Format: Original Recording Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Liberty Talks, Inc. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This expertly-taught course invites you on a journey through 100 years of American conservative history. The history and development of American conservatism is as fascinating as it is complex. While conservative commentators, politicians, and pundits abound, few truly understand how the conservative movement came to be the institution it is today. Now, you can learn about this vital history in 12 thought-provoking lectures. Conservatism is not a rigid ideology; rather, as you will learn, its protean character has allowed it to adapt and survive as a major force in the history of ideas and in politics. In recent decades, conservatism has become a political force in the nation, but it took many years of building and organizing to construct the necessary institutions to do so. You will start with the beginnings of the conservative movement and its reaction to the New Deal. You will then explore the greatest figures of conservatism, from William F. Buckley and his publication of National Review, to the Barry Goldwater campaign of 1964, up through the rise of Reagan and his ensuing political influence. You will then consider the future of the conservative movement. Born from intellectual activity rather than political power, conservatives constructed a movement based around the propositions of free market economics, the preservation of tradition, and combat with communism. This is an essential course for all those seeking to gain a fuller understanding of conservatism and American political history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fascinating History of American Conservatism Author: Prof. Gregory L. Schneider Narrator: Prof. Gregory L. Schneider Format: Original Recording Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Liberty Talks, Inc. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This expertly-taught course invites you on a journey through 100 years of American conservative history. The history and development of American conservatism is as fascinating as it is complex. While conservative commentators, politicians, and pundits abound, few truly understand how the conservative movement came to be the institution it is today. Now, you can learn about this vital history in 12 thought-provoking lectures. Conservatism is not a rigid ideology; rather, as you will learn, its protean character has allowed it to adapt and survive as a major force in the history of ideas and in politics. In recent decades, conservatism has become a political force in the nation, but it took many years of building and organizing to construct the necessary institutions to do so. You will start with the beginnings of the conservative movement and its reaction to the New Deal. You will then explore the greatest figures of conservatism, from William F. Buckley and his publication of National Review, to the Barry Goldwater campaign of 1964, up through the rise of Reagan and his ensuing political influence. You will then consider the future of the conservative movement. Born from intellectual activity rather than political power, conservatives constructed a movement based around the propositions of free market economics, the preservation of tradition, and combat with communism. This is an essential course for all those seeking to gain a fuller understanding of conservatism and American political history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Poland-Audiobook/B002VA9R2Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poland Author: Victoria Varga Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Victoria Varga) Wed, 02 Aug 2006 22:58:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Poland-Audiobook/B002VA9R2Y thebookvoice.com 02:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poland Author: Victoria Varga Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poland Author: Victoria Varga Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: Taste of Poland ? not entirely !! The book covers 900 years of History within the first 90 minutes of the audio book , and then the last 100 years is the second half of the book , Great history, stupid performance! Any additional comments? Good and entertaining history audio book. The idea of having different people and voices is really great. But why do people talk with such a crazy and stupid accent? It is not only difficult to understand what is being said, some times, but also very irritating. What is the point? Not specially insightful I like this series, but the "Poland" entry didn't offer much depth. It reminded me of a college freshman Western Civ overview textbook. Long live the Polish nation Great brief history of what Poland as a nation has had to go through in its history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Communism-Modern-Library-Chronicles-Audiobook/B002V5CQM2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Communism [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Richard Pipes Narrator: George Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 71 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed Modern Library Chronicles comes an exploration of a promising theory that when put to practice wreaked havoc on the world. An expert on communism, Richard Pipes follows the history of the Soviet Union from the 1917 revolution to the Cold War, and finally, to its deterioration and collapse. ©2001 Richard Pipes bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Richard Pipes) Fri, 15 Jul 2005 20:35:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Communism-Modern-Library-Chronicles-Audiobook/B002V5CQM2 thebookvoice.com 05:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Communism [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Richard Pipes Narrator: George Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 71 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed Modern Library Chronicles comes an exploration of a promising theory that when put to practice wreaked havoc on the world. An expert on communism, Richard Pipes follows the history of the Soviet Union from the 1917 revolution to the Cold War, and finally, to its deterioration and collapse. ©2001 Richard Pipes Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Communism [Modern Library Chronicles] Author: Richard Pipes Narrator: George Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-05 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 71 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed Modern Library Chronicles comes an exploration of a promising theory that when put to practice wreaked havoc on the world. An expert on communism, Richard Pipes follows the history of the Soviet Union from the 1917 revolution to the Cold War, and finally, to its deterioration and collapse. ©2001 Richard Pipes Members Reviews: Right on the Money This book is very informative and quite graphic with some of it's descriptions on the horror that communism has unleashed upon humankind. It charts the rise of socialist ideals with Marx and Engles and goes through the communist and socialist movements of the twentiethh century all the way up to the present day. A great debunking of communist myths It won't change those who believe in the religion of Communism. But it provides more ammunition to those that understand what an evil philosophy it truly is. its good it was a short but fair and educative review of communism that shows the true nature of this ideology that it fails because it is wrong not because they couldnt perform it well and how dangerous it can become Interesting but lacks objectivity This book is essentially a condemnation of communism. The author was a member of the Reagan administration and it shows. On the other hand, the author succeeds in covering a very broad subject in an interesting manner. This is not a boring book. The main failing of the book is that it makes no attempt to be objective. It's paints communism as almost unmitigated evil and communist leaders are evil men with no goodwill or conscience ... ever. I listened to the book to be informed, not to be indoctrinated, and that's precisely where the book fails for me. On the other hand the book is interesting. It covers communism from its roots to modern times, reminding us of the causes and consequences of its rise in different nations (from its own point of view). Unsurprisingly, the book gives special attention to the USSR and its influence on world communism. While the book fails to be objective, it doesn't alter facts to suit its aims (as far as I could tell.) In other words, it may distort but it doesn't lie. The author is clearly well informed and the book is an easy read. I hope that a future book or a future edition can be more objective. Informative Quite informative. A bit slow in a few spots, and I felt a bit missing in others. But overall it is informative and worth a read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Victory-Audiobook/B002VACPPK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victory Author: Peter Schweizer Narrator: Ian Esmo Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In this explosive book, Peter Schweizer provides the riveting details of how the Reagan inner circle undermined the Soviet economy and its dwindling resource base and subverted the Kremlin's hold on its global empire. Using secret diplomacy, the administration dramatically reduced Soviet income while at the same time driving Moscow to expend an increasing amount of precious assets. On another level, there was an American initiative to provide covert aid to indigenous forces in Poland and Afghanistan to roll back Soviet power. Schweizer's compelling and convincing argument on the Reagan administration's calculated strategy is impossible to ignore. Critic Reviews: "[A] convincing, startling expose that reads like a spy thriller." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Peter Schweizer) Thu, 15 Dec 2005 04:23:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Victory-Audiobook/B002VACPPK thebookvoice.com 11:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victory Author: Peter Schweizer Narrator: Ian Esmo Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In this explosive book, Peter Schweizer provides the riveting details of how the Reagan inner circle undermined the Soviet economy and its dwindling resource base and subverted the Kremlin's hold on its global empire. Using secret diplomacy, the administration dramatically reduced Soviet income while at the same time driving Moscow to expend an increasing amount of precious assets. On another level, there was an American initiative to provide covert aid to indigenous forces in Poland and Afghanistan to roll back Soviet power. Schweizer's compelling and convincing argument on the Reagan administration's calculated strategy is impossible to ignore. Critic Reviews: "[A] convincing, startling expose that reads like a spy thriller." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victory Author: Peter Schweizer Narrator: Ian Esmo Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In this explosive book, Peter Schweizer provides the riveting details of how the Reagan inner circle undermined the Soviet economy and its dwindling resource base and subverted the Kremlin's hold on its global empire. Using secret diplomacy, the administration dramatically reduced Soviet income while at the same time driving Moscow to expend an increasing amount of precious assets. On another level, there was an American initiative to provide covert aid to indigenous forces in Poland and Afghanistan to roll back Soviet power. Schweizer's compelling and convincing argument on the Reagan administration's calculated strategy is impossible to ignore. Critic Reviews: "[A] convincing, startling expose that reads like a spy thriller." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: More about Bill Casey than Reagan Good book. Describes the details of the economic warfare waged against the USSR. It is also interesting to see how we forged a much stronger relationship with Saudi Arabia (for better or for worse) to hasten the collapse of the USSR. Really this is more of a story about Bill Casey than Reagan, but no matter. The narrator isn't the best, but he's not the worst, and the author can be a bit repetetive. interesting details of the Cold War There are many things I liked about "Victory." I liked the overall theme that Reagan and the other Cold Warriors brought down the USSR through their efforts. This is refreshing to hear since left-wing revisionists give the credit to Gorbachev. I enjoyed hearing details of what the USA was doing in Poland and Afghanistan in the 1980's. Even though I had read quite a bit about both theaters, I was unaware of some of the interesting details that Mr. Schweizer has included. Also, I gained a better understanding of the basis for the friendship between the American government and the Saudi royal family. The only bits that I had trouble with were the calculations of how much the USSR lost and Saudi Arabia gained from the decrease in the value of the dollar in the mid-1980's. I think the author was bending mathematical logic. John Christmas, author of "Democracy Society" Amazing "Victory" Victory is an extraordinary story. It seems to be incredibly well researched and documented. It maintains a compelling narrative and it is very well read. It was a wonderful eye opener for a die hard liberal who hated Reagan. Winning a war without bloodshed! You For most of my early years the end of the Cold War was nowhere in sight. There were many peripheral battles which were considerably more than scrimmages. eg. Korea and Vietnam. Indeed the Cold War was a series of hot wars until economic war fare matured. This is the story of how it was done. Although I lived through the time and was alert to the daily news I missed many of the nuances that are well explained in this book. The available of sources and writing skill of the author have provided a highly entertaining read. I strongly recommend it to anyone who wants to learn about what they think they already know, "The biggest barrier to learning is believing that you already know the answer." This book helped me through that phase of ignorance about this important subject of modern history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-History-of-Freedom-Audiobook/B00DCAXA3E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A History of Freedom Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Rufus J. Fears Format: Original Recording Length: 18 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: It can be argued that one simple idea - the concept of freedom - has been the driving force of Western civilization and may be the most influential intellectual force the world has ever known. But what is freedom, exactly? These 36 engaging lectures tell the dramatic story of freedom from ancient Greece to our own day, exploring a concept so close to us we may never have considered it with the thoroughness it deserves. In exploring what freedom meant to Abraham Lincoln, Robert E. Lee, Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, and other great historical figures, you'll probe a range of provocative issues related to a concept we in the 21st century sometimes take for granted. What does it take to be free, to have and to hold liberty? What role do the liberal arts and the world of the intellect play in the life of a free society or a free individual? How should we understand the relationship among freedom, religion, and morality? With Professor Fears guiding and informing your thinking, you explore the birth of the idea of freedom in Greece and the story of the world's first democracy; the status and meaning of freedom in both the Roman Republic and the Empire; the role of Christianity in that flowering of freedom, and the Christian view of the true meaning of human liberation; the debates about freedom that informed the framing and ratification of the United States Constitution; its awful testing on the battlefields of the Civil War; the struggles of free peoples against domestic injustices and foreign dictatorships during the 20th century; and the questions about freedom we still face today. 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 13:34:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-History-of-Freedom-Audiobook/B00DCAXA3E thebookvoice.com 18:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A History of Freedom Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Rufus J. Fears Format: Original Recording Length: 18 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: It can be argued that one simple idea - the concept of freedom - has been the driving force of Western civilization and may be the most influential intellectual force the world has ever known. But what is freedom, exactly? These 36 engaging lectures tell the dramatic story of freedom from ancient Greece to our own day, exploring a concept so close to us we may never have considered it with the thoroughness it deserves. In exploring what freedom meant to Abraham Lincoln, Robert E. Lee, Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, and other great historical figures, you'll probe a range of provocative issues related to a concept we in the 21st century sometimes take for granted. What does it take to be free, to have and to hold liberty? What role do the liberal arts and the world of the intellect play in the life of a free society or a free individual? How should we understand the relationship among freedom, religion, and morality? With Professor Fears guiding and informing your thinking, you explore the birth of the idea of freedom in Greece and the story of the world's first democracy; the status and meaning of freedom in both the Roman Republic and the Empire; the role of Christianity in that flowering of freedom, and the Christian view of the true meaning of human liberation; the debates about freedom that informed the framing and ratification of the United States Constitution; its awful testing on the battlefields of the Civil War; the struggles of free peoples against domestic injustices and foreign dictatorships during the 20th century; and the questions about freedom we still face today. 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/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A History of Freedom Author: The Great Courses Narrator: Professor Rufus J. Fears Format: Original Recording Length: 18 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-08-13 Publisher: The Great Courses Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: It can be argued that one simple idea - the concept of freedom - has been the driving force of Western civilization and may be the most influential intellectual force the world has ever known. But what is freedom, exactly? These 36 engaging lectures tell the dramatic story of freedom from ancient Greece to our own day, exploring a concept so close to us we may never have considered it with the thoroughness it deserves. In exploring what freedom meant to Abraham Lincoln, Robert E. Lee, Franklin Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, Martin Luther King, and other great historical figures, you'll probe a range of provocative issues related to a concept we in the 21st century sometimes take for granted. What does it take to be free, to have and to hold liberty? What role do the liberal arts and the world of the intellect play in the life of a free society or a free individual? How should we understand the relationship among freedom, religion, and morality? With Professor Fears guiding and informing your thinking, you explore the birth of the idea of freedom in Greece and the story of the world's first democracy; the status and meaning of freedom in both the Roman Republic and the Empire; the role of Christianity in that flowering of freedom, and the Christian view of the true meaning of human liberation; the debates about freedom that informed the framing and ratification of the United States Constitution; its awful testing on the battlefields of the Civil War; the struggles of free peoples against domestic injustices and foreign dictatorships during the 20th century; and the questions about freedom we still face today. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio. Members Reviews: Thoughtful, engaging tour I suggest first listening to Famous Romans and Famous Greeks as a foundation for this wonderful course, although it would be beneficial even without them. I love Prof. Fears. His good-humored, unique style of storytelling combined with his vast knowledge and wise insights keep me coming back for more. This course was certainly thought-provoking; don't expect it to be an affirmation of everything you already think. And be aware that you'll be left with a sense of responsibility for the future of freedom. Outstanding history Fascinating history of ideas and the people who best represented them. Explains so much about how we are today. Highly recommended. Fantastic listen This should be a required course for all American Citzens. Understand your roots. Professor Fears is one of the best college orators I have ever heard. The lectures are concise and to the point and Professor Fears is great at tying them together so the whole course flows from one lecture to the next. An Understanding Few Possess Where does A History of Freedom rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Herein describes the nature and portent of freedom; and why the fabric of freedom -- the power behind proactive reality -- is so tangled by two primary beliefs of what freedom means: both to each of us, and then to all of us. The concept made real is fundamental to our being, yet we rarely care to understand why. Described in these lectures is the unyielding yet fluid current that lifts and guides the human spirit, drives our creative endeavors, ultimately to reveal our love and sacrifice. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Stalins-Secret-Agents-Audiobook/B009ZD07K6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stalin's Secret Agents Subtitle: The Subversion of Roosevelt's Government Author: M. Stanton Evans, Herbert Romerstein Narrator: Alan Sklar Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Most Americans have grown accustomed to accept the version of history that the Soviets were our noble allies and took the brunt of the casualties during World War II. But after decades of research by veteran journalist M. Stanton Evans and intelligence expert Herbert Romerstein, the truth has come to light and is now exposed in Stalin's Secret Agents. Evans and Romerstein focus on the role of secret Communist Alger Hiss at the crucial Yalta Conference of 1945, where vast U.S. concessions were made to Russia, and the maneuvers of numerous other Soviet agents to serve the ends of Moscow. Fascinating details about the fall of China, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Communist domination as well as the identities of key conspirators in high places are revealed. The authors recount the steps by which the penetration occurred under FDR, the influence wielded by such advisers as Harry Hopkins and Henry Morgenthau, and the indifference of U.S. officials during this time. Also included are riveting details about the multi-layered cover-up - including rigged grand jury sessions - and the extent of the theft of secrets are sure to surprise and stun listeners everywhere. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (M. Stanton Evans) Tue, 13 Nov 2012 20:01:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Stalins-Secret-Agents-Audiobook/B009ZD07K6 thebookvoice.com 09:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stalin's Secret Agents Subtitle: The Subversion of Roosevelt's Government Author: M. Stanton Evans, Herbert Romerstein Narrator: Alan Sklar Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Most Americans have grown accustomed to accept the version of history that the Soviets were our noble allies and took the brunt of the casualties during World War II. But after decades of research by veteran journalist M. Stanton Evans and intelligence expert Herbert Romerstein, the truth has come to light and is now exposed in Stalin's Secret Agents. Evans and Romerstein focus on the role of secret Communist Alger Hiss at the crucial Yalta Conference of 1945, where vast U.S. concessions were made to Russia, and the maneuvers of numerous other Soviet agents to serve the ends of Moscow. Fascinating details about the fall of China, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Communist domination as well as the identities of key conspirators in high places are revealed. The authors recount the steps by which the penetration occurred under FDR, the influence wielded by such advisers as Harry Hopkins and Henry Morgenthau, and the indifference of U.S. officials during this time. Also included are riveting details about the multi-layered cover-up - including rigged grand jury sessions - and the extent of the theft of secrets are sure to surprise and stun listeners everywhere. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Stalin's Secret Agents Subtitle: The Subversion of Roosevelt's Government Author: M. Stanton Evans, Herbert Romerstein Narrator: Alan Sklar Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-12 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Most Americans have grown accustomed to accept the version of history that the Soviets were our noble allies and took the brunt of the casualties during World War II. But after decades of research by veteran journalist M. Stanton Evans and intelligence expert Herbert Romerstein, the truth has come to light and is now exposed in Stalin's Secret Agents. Evans and Romerstein focus on the role of secret Communist Alger Hiss at the crucial Yalta Conference of 1945, where vast U.S. concessions were made to Russia, and the maneuvers of numerous other Soviet agents to serve the ends of Moscow. Fascinating details about the fall of China, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Communist domination as well as the identities of key conspirators in high places are revealed. The authors recount the steps by which the penetration occurred under FDR, the influence wielded by such advisers as Harry Hopkins and Henry Morgenthau, and the indifference of U.S. officials during this time. Also included are riveting details about the multi-layered cover-up - including rigged grand jury sessions - and the extent of the theft of secrets are sure to surprise and stun listeners everywhere. Members Reviews: Stalin actually ran our war policy! What did you love best about Stalin's Secret Agents? The amazing research that produced this book is clear, well written, and well analyzed. It is astonishing. Who was your favorite character and why? Harry Dexter White, because he was one of the best agents Stalin had. He and his fellow agents were able to shape America WWII policy and helped Stalin use America to enlarge his Communist Empire! What about Alan Sklars performance did you like? good listen. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? When I realized that so many Russian agents had taken over policy positions in the American government and pushed us into a war that claimed 500 thousand American lives. Any additional comments? Every single American should read/listen to this book. This is truly and excellent academic study of a subject that will be shocking to all Americans: The Soviet Leader, Joe Stalin, actually was able to use his agents in the American government to shape our war policy to help him enlarge his empire. If made into a movie, no one would believe it, and it is all true. Now it all becomes clear... What made the experience of listening to Stalin's Secret Agents the most enjoyable? ....All those U.S. WWII policies that don't make sense. Why was the U.S. so solicitous of Nationalist China so to foment war with Japan, only to three years later, dismiss China as feudal and corrupt? Why the insistence on unconditional surrender for both Germany and Japan? Why was Lend Lease to the Soviets so generous with nothing given in return? Why did the U.S. encourage the Soviets to enter the war against Japan, though the U.S. was on the cusp of victory? Why the vengeful Morgenthau Plan, that spurred the Germans to desperate fighting against the Western Allies, though the Red Army to the East was sweeping down? Defenders of the Roosevelt Administration need conjure sundry and tortured explanations for how each of these inane policies were in the U.S. interest. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Dramatic-Decade-Audiobook/B01N9Y4VVB Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dramatic Decade Subtitle: The Indira Gandhi Years Author: Pranab Mukherjee Narrator: Shriram Iyer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Dramatic Decade focuses on one of the most fascinating periods in the life of this nation, the decade of the 1970s. This was when India found herself engaging with the true meaning of democracy. The nation displayed her commitment to liberty by extending full support to East Pakistan s struggle for independence. Later, between 1975 and 1977, during the Emergency, she found herself grappling with the limits of personal expression. Finally, in 1977, India saw the emergence of the politics of coalition, with the Janata Party an amalgam of Indian parties opposed to the Emergency, comprising the Congress (O), the Bharatiya Lok Dal, the Jana Sangh and the Socialists, coming to power. This was a turning point in the history of the Indian legislature. This was the decade when Pranab Mukherjee committed himself to the role of a political activist. As one of the keenest observers of and participants in this dramatic decade, Pranab Mukherjee s insights are invaluable. Indeed, he nudges our impressions of the 1970s. For instance, recounting the urgent appeal for Indira Gandhi s midterm resignation, he asks which democracy in the world would permit a change of a popularly and freely elected government through means other than a popular election. Can parties beaten at the hosting replace a popularly elected government by sheer agitation? Was it not prudent for those who were determined to change the government to wait till the elections, which were but around the corner? Does the rule of law mean that the remedies available to the common man are to be denied to someone holding an elected office? How could anybody replace her when the overwhelming majority of Congress MPs, with a two thirds majority in the Lok Sabha, resolved that Indira Gandhi should continue as the party s leader in Parliament and thereby as the prime minister of India? Drawing from personal diary extracts, conversations with key players of the 1970s, and vital secondary literature, Pranab Mukherjee presents an exceptional portrait of a complex nation. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Pranab Mukherjee) Wed, 08 Feb 2017 10:55:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Dramatic-Decade-Audiobook/B01N9Y4VVB thebookvoice.com 09:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dramatic Decade Subtitle: The Indira Gandhi Years Author: Pranab Mukherjee Narrator: Shriram Iyer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Dramatic Decade focuses on one of the most fascinating periods in the life of this nation, the decade of the 1970s. This was when India found herself engaging with the true meaning of democracy. The nation displayed her commitment to liberty by extending full support to East Pakistan s struggle for independence. Later, between 1975 and 1977, during the Emergency, she found herself grappling with the limits of personal expression. Finally, in 1977, India saw the emergence of the politics of coalition, with the Janata Party an amalgam of Indian parties opposed to the Emergency, comprising the Congress (O), the Bharatiya Lok Dal, the Jana Sangh and the Socialists, coming to power. This was a turning point in the history of the Indian legislature. This was the decade when Pranab Mukherjee committed himself to the role of a political activist. As one of the keenest observers of and participants in this dramatic decade, Pranab Mukherjee s insights are invaluable. Indeed, he nudges our impressions of the 1970s. For instance, recounting the urgent appeal for Indira Gandhi s midterm resignation, he asks which democracy in the world would permit a change of a popularly and freely elected government through means other than a popular election. Can parties beaten at the hosting replace a popularly elected government by sheer agitation? Was it not prudent for those who were determined to change the government to wait till the elections, which were but around the corner? Does the rule of law mean that the remedies available to the common man are to be denied to someone holding an elected office? How could anybody replace her when the overwhelming majority of Congress MPs, with a two thirds majority in the Lok Sabha, resolved that Indira Gandhi should continue as the party s leader in Parliament and thereby as the prime minister of India? Drawing from personal diary extracts, conversations with key players of the 1970s, and vital secondary literature, Pranab Mukherjee presents an exceptional portrait of a complex nation. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dramatic Decade Subtitle: The Indira Gandhi Years Author: Pranab Mukherjee Narrator: Shriram Iyer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Dramatic Decade focuses on one of the most fascinating periods in the life of this nation, the decade of the 1970s. This was when India found herself engaging with the true meaning of democracy. The nation displayed her commitment to liberty by extending full support to East Pakistan s struggle for independence. Later, between 1975 and 1977, during the Emergency, she found herself grappling with the limits of personal expression. Finally, in 1977, India saw the emergence of the politics of coalition, with the Janata Party an amalgam of Indian parties opposed to the Emergency, comprising the Congress (O), the Bharatiya Lok Dal, the Jana Sangh and the Socialists, coming to power. This was a turning point in the history of the Indian legislature. This was the decade when Pranab Mukherjee committed himself to the role of a political activist. As one of the keenest observers of and participants in this dramatic decade, Pranab Mukherjee s insights are invaluable. Indeed, he nudges our impressions of the 1970s. For instance, recounting the urgent appeal for Indira Gandhi s midterm resignation, he asks which democracy in the world would permit a change of a popularly and freely elected government through means other than a popular election. Can parties beaten at the hosting replace a popularly elected government by sheer agitation? Was it not prudent for those who were determined to change the government to wait till the elections, which were but around the corner? Does the rule of law mean that the remedies available to the common man are to be denied to someone holding an elected office? How could anybody replace her when the overwhelming majority of Congress MPs, with a two thirds majority in the Lok Sabha, resolved that Indira Gandhi should continue as the party s leader in Parliament and thereby as the prime minister of India? Drawing from personal diary extracts, conversations with key players of the 1970s, and vital secondary literature, Pranab Mukherjee presents an exceptional portrait of a complex nation. Members Reviews: Poor Piece of Writing Little Money but Valuable Time....Both Very Well Wasted in pursuit of something special I had hoped for. Very poor piece of writing coming from such a learned person. Already enough has been very well reseatched and written on Second World War, Partition of India, Indo-Pak Wars, Creation of Bangladesh, Emergency, Shah Commission etc. etc. etc. so I do not see need to rewrite all that, reproduce Shah Commission Letters or News Clippings. I bought the book to read his memoirs laced with rich experience in government and administration but I am disappointed. Not up to the expectation I had big hope and expectation from this book but by the time I finished 3rd chapter I felt like it is looking like mouth piece of congress and nothing more. Even the editing is not that clear. There is no clarity on his entry and rise in the politics.I feel he went little overboard when showing loyalty towards Indira Gandhi. He also defended the emergency and in fact mentioned the Indian economy has grown during emergency.So i have stopped reading on chapter 4. The rest of the book can easily be obtained by reading archived newspapers Ita a very average book. Pranab Mukherjee goes overboard in stating his loyalty to Indira Gandhi, he goes on to defend the emergency but cries oul when Indira Gandhi is arrested. Very partisan book. In addition there is no new angle or insider view provided in this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/An-Era-of-Darkness-Audiobook/B01MYBG5OA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Era of Darkness Subtitle: The British Empire in India Author: Shashi Tharoor Narrator: Sagar Arya Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 1930, the American historian and philosopher Will Durant wrote that Britain s conscious and deliberate bleeding of India... [was the] greatest crime in all history . He was not the only one to denounce the rapacity and cruelty of British rule, and his assessment was not exaggerated. Almost 35 million Indians died because of acts of commission and omission by the British in famines, epidemics, communal riots and wholesale slaughter like the reprisal killings after the 1857 War of Independence and the Amritsar massacre of 1919. Besides the deaths of Indians, British rule impoverished India in a manner that beggars belief. When the East India Company took control of the country, in the chaos that ensued after the collapse of the Mughal empire, India's share of world GDP was 23 per cent. When the British left it was just above 3 per cent. The British empire in India began with the East India Company, incorporated in 1600, by royal charter of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I, to trade in silk, spices and other profitable Indian commodities. Within a century and a half, the Company had become a power to reckon with in India. In 1757, under the command of Robert Clive, Company forces defeated the ruling Nawab Siraj-ud-Daula of Bengal at Plassey, through a combination of superior artillery and even more superior chicanery. A few years later, the young and weakened Mughal emperor, Shah Alam II, was browbeaten into issuing an edict that replaced his own revenue officials with the Company s representatives. Over the next several decades, the East India Company, backed by the British government, extended its control over most of India, ruling with a combination of extortion, double-dealing, and outright corruption backed by violence and superior force. This state of affairs continued until 1857, when large numbers of the Company s Indian soldiers spearheaded the first major rebellion against colonial rule. After the rebels were defeated, the British Crown took over power and ruled the country ostensibly more benignly until 1947, when India won independence. In this explosive book, best-selling author Shashi Tharoor reveals with acuity, impeccable research, and trademark wit, just how disastrous British rule was for India. Besides examining the many ways in which the colonizers exploited India, he demolishes the arguments of Western and Indian apologists for Empire on the supposed benefits of British rule, including democracy and political freedom, the rule of law, and the railways. The few unarguable benefits of the English language, tea, and cricket were never actually intended for the benefit of the colonized but introduced to serve the interests of the colonizers. Brilliantly narrated and passionately argued, An Era of Darkness will serve to correct many misconceptions about one of the most contested periods of Indian history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Shashi Tharoor) Thu, 26 Jan 2017 02:60:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/An-Era-of-Darkness-Audiobook/B01MYBG5OA thebookvoice.com 12:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Era of Darkness Subtitle: The British Empire in India Author: Shashi Tharoor Narrator: Sagar Arya Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 1930, the American historian and philosopher Will Durant wrote that Britain s conscious and deliberate bleeding of India... [was the] greatest crime in all history . He was not the only one to denounce the rapacity and cruelty of British rule, and his assessment was not exaggerated. Almost 35 million Indians died because of acts of commission and omission by the British in famines, epidemics, communal riots and wholesale slaughter like the reprisal killings after the 1857 War of Independence and the Amritsar massacre of 1919. Besides the deaths of Indians, British rule impoverished India in a manner that beggars belief. When the East India Company took control of the country, in the chaos that ensued after the collapse of the Mughal empire, India's share of world GDP was 23 per cent. When the British left it was just above 3 per cent. The British empire in India began with the East India Company, incorporated in 1600, by royal charter of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I, to trade in silk, spices and other profitable Indian commodities. Within a century and a half, the Company had become a power to reckon with in India. In 1757, under the command of Robert Clive, Company forces defeated the ruling Nawab Siraj-ud-Daula of Bengal at Plassey, through a combination of superior artillery and even more superior chicanery. A few years later, the young and weakened Mughal emperor, Shah Alam II, was browbeaten into issuing an edict that replaced his own revenue officials with the Company s representatives. Over the next several decades, the East India Company, backed by the British government, extended its control over most of India, ruling with a combination of extortion, double-dealing, and outright corruption backed by violence and superior force. This state of affairs continued until 1857, when large numbers of the Company s Indian soldiers spearheaded the first major rebellion against colonial rule. After the rebels were defeated, the British Crown took over power and ruled the country ostensibly more benignly until 1947, when India won independence. In this explosive book, best-selling author Shashi Tharoor reveals with acuity, impeccable research, and trademark wit, just how disastrous British rule was for India. Besides examining the many ways in which the colonizers exploited India, he demolishes the arguments of Western and Indian apologists for Empire on the supposed benefits of British rule, including democracy and political freedom, the rule of law, and the railways. The few unarguable benefits of the English language, tea, and cricket were never actually intended for the benefit of the colonized but introduced to serve the interests of the colonizers. Brilliantly narrated and passionately argued, An Era of Darkness will serve to correct many misconceptions about one of the most contested periods of Indian history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Era of Darkness Subtitle: The British Empire in India Author: Shashi Tharoor Narrator: Sagar Arya Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 1930, the American historian and philosopher Will Durant wrote that Britain s conscious and deliberate bleeding of India... [was the] greatest crime in all history . He was not the only one to denounce the rapacity and cruelty of British rule, and his assessment was not exaggerated. Almost 35 million Indians died because of acts of commission and omission by the British in famines, epidemics, communal riots and wholesale slaughter like the reprisal killings after the 1857 War of Independence and the Amritsar massacre of 1919. Besides the deaths of Indians, British rule impoverished India in a manner that beggars belief. When the East India Company took control of the country, in the chaos that ensued after the collapse of the Mughal empire, India's share of world GDP was 23 per cent. When the British left it was just above 3 per cent. The British empire in India began with the East India Company, incorporated in 1600, by royal charter of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I, to trade in silk, spices and other profitable Indian commodities. Within a century and a half, the Company had become a power to reckon with in India. In 1757, under the command of Robert Clive, Company forces defeated the ruling Nawab Siraj-ud-Daula of Bengal at Plassey, through a combination of superior artillery and even more superior chicanery. A few years later, the young and weakened Mughal emperor, Shah Alam II, was browbeaten into issuing an edict that replaced his own revenue officials with the Company s representatives. Over the next several decades, the East India Company, backed by the British government, extended its control over most of India, ruling with a combination of extortion, double-dealing, and outright corruption backed by violence and superior force. This state of affairs continued until 1857, when large numbers of the Company s Indian soldiers spearheaded the first major rebellion against colonial rule. After the rebels were defeated, the British Crown took over power and ruled the country ostensibly more benignly until 1947, when India won independence. In this explosive book, best-selling author Shashi Tharoor reveals with acuity, impeccable research, and trademark wit, just how disastrous British rule was for India. Besides examining the many ways in which the colonizers exploited India, he demolishes the arguments of Western and Indian apologists for Empire on the supposed benefits of British rule, including democracy and political freedom, the rule of law, and the railways. The few unarguable benefits of the English language, tea, and cricket were never actually intended for the benefit of the colonized but introduced to serve the interests of the colonizers. Brilliantly narrated and passionately argued, An Era of Darkness will serve to correct many misconceptions about one of the most contested periods of Indian history. Members Reviews: This book does not work There is a technical problem with this purchase. Have raised the issue to audible. Do not waste your money on it till it gets fixed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/What-Is-America-Audiobook/B078XJNB7B Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Is America? Subtitle: Understanding the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution Author: Jeffrey Sikkenga Narrator: Jeffrey Sikkenga Format: Original Recording Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Liberty Talks, Inc. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: More than ever, Americans are reclaiming our national identity based on the fundamental principles of America's founding. In this enlightening course, you will explore what defines us as Americans by looking at our founding documents: The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. This is the course you always wish you had taken when you were an undergrad. An engaging and gifted teacher, Professor Jeffrey Sikkenga (PhD, University of Toronto) passionately explores the founding principles that make America a great nation. In his 18 lively, erudite lectures, you will discover fresh insights into the history of the founding documents. Under Professor Sikkenga's expert guidance, you will understand the Declaration and Constitution as never before. You will explore vital questions: How and why were the critical sections written? What principles do they enshrine and how do these principles define the limits of government and the rights and freedoms that make us American? In a time when the limits of government power and individual freedoms are being tested, it is essential to understand how our founding fathers meant for these documents to steer a right path towards freedom and prosperity. Join Professor Sikkenga, Associate Professor at Ashland University, in exploring the rights and freedoms that the founding fathers bequeathed to us in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jeffrey Sikkenga) Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:00:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/What-Is-America-Audiobook/B078XJNB7B thebookvoice.com 07:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Is America? Subtitle: Understanding the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution Author: Jeffrey Sikkenga Narrator: Jeffrey Sikkenga Format: Original Recording Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Liberty Talks, Inc. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: More than ever, Americans are reclaiming our national identity based on the fundamental principles of America's founding. In this enlightening course, you will explore what defines us as Americans by looking at our founding documents: The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. This is the course you always wish you had taken when you were an undergrad. An engaging and gifted teacher, Professor Jeffrey Sikkenga (PhD, University of Toronto) passionately explores the founding principles that make America a great nation. In his 18 lively, erudite lectures, you will discover fresh insights into the history of the founding documents. Under Professor Sikkenga's expert guidance, you will understand the Declaration and Constitution as never before. You will explore vital questions: How and why were the critical sections written? What principles do they enshrine and how do these principles define the limits of government and the rights and freedoms that make us American? In a time when the limits of government power and individual freedoms are being tested, it is essential to understand how our founding fathers meant for these documents to steer a right path towards freedom and prosperity. Join Professor Sikkenga, Associate Professor at Ashland University, in exploring the rights and freedoms that the founding fathers bequeathed to us in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: What Is America? Subtitle: Understanding the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution Author: Jeffrey Sikkenga Narrator: Jeffrey Sikkenga Format: Original Recording Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-18 Publisher: Liberty Talks, Inc. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: More than ever, Americans are reclaiming our national identity based on the fundamental principles of America's founding. In this enlightening course, you will explore what defines us as Americans by looking at our founding documents: The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. This is the course you always wish you had taken when you were an undergrad. An engaging and gifted teacher, Professor Jeffrey Sikkenga (PhD, University of Toronto) passionately explores the founding principles that make America a great nation. In his 18 lively, erudite lectures, you will discover fresh insights into the history of the founding documents. Under Professor Sikkenga's expert guidance, you will understand the Declaration and Constitution as never before. You will explore vital questions: How and why were the critical sections written? What principles do they enshrine and how do these principles define the limits of government and the rights and freedoms that make us American? In a time when the limits of government power and individual freedoms are being tested, it is essential to understand how our founding fathers meant for these documents to steer a right path towards freedom and prosperity. Join Professor Sikkenga, Associate Professor at Ashland University, in exploring the rights and freedoms that the founding fathers bequeathed to us in the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Shape-of-the-New-Audiobook/B00XWBYNMU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shape of the New Subtitle: Four Big Ideas and How They Made the Modern World Author: Scott L. Montgomery, Daniel Chirot Narrator: Stephen McLaughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This panoramic book tells the story of how revolutionary ideas from the Enlightenment about freedom, equality, evolution, and democracy have reverberated through modern history and shaped the world as we know it today. A testament to the enduring power of ideas, The Shape of the New offers unforgettable portraits of Adam Smith, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Charles Darwin, and Karl Marx - heirs of the Enlightenment who embodied its highest ideals about progress - and shows how their thoughts, over time and in the hands of their followers and opponents, transformed the very nature of our beliefs, institutions, economies, and politics. Yet these ideas also hold contradictions. They have been used in the service of brutal systems such as slavery and colonialism, been appropriated and twisted by monsters like Stalin and Hitler, and provoked reactions against the Enlightenment's legacy by Islamic Salafists and the Christian Religious Right. The Shape of the New argues that it is impossible to understand the ideological and political conflicts of our own time without familiarizing ourselves with the history and internal tensions of these world-changing ideas. With passion and conviction, it exhorts us to recognize the central importance of these ideas as historical forces and pillars of the Western humanistic tradition. It makes the case that to read the works of the great thinkers is to gain invaluable insights into the ideas that have shaped how we think and what we believe. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Scott L. Montgomery) Mon, 25 May 2015 14:08:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Shape-of-the-New-Audiobook/B00XWBYNMU thebookvoice.com 20:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shape of the New Subtitle: Four Big Ideas and How They Made the Modern World Author: Scott L. Montgomery, Daniel Chirot Narrator: Stephen McLaughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This panoramic book tells the story of how revolutionary ideas from the Enlightenment about freedom, equality, evolution, and democracy have reverberated through modern history and shaped the world as we know it today. A testament to the enduring power of ideas, The Shape of the New offers unforgettable portraits of Adam Smith, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Charles Darwin, and Karl Marx - heirs of the Enlightenment who embodied its highest ideals about progress - and shows how their thoughts, over time and in the hands of their followers and opponents, transformed the very nature of our beliefs, institutions, economies, and politics. Yet these ideas also hold contradictions. They have been used in the service of brutal systems such as slavery and colonialism, been appropriated and twisted by monsters like Stalin and Hitler, and provoked reactions against the Enlightenment's legacy by Islamic Salafists and the Christian Religious Right. The Shape of the New argues that it is impossible to understand the ideological and political conflicts of our own time without familiarizing ourselves with the history and internal tensions of these world-changing ideas. With passion and conviction, it exhorts us to recognize the central importance of these ideas as historical forces and pillars of the Western humanistic tradition. It makes the case that to read the works of the great thinkers is to gain invaluable insights into the ideas that have shaped how we think and what we believe. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Shape of the New Subtitle: Four Big Ideas and How They Made the Modern World Author: Scott L. Montgomery, Daniel Chirot Narrator: Stephen McLaughlin Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This panoramic book tells the story of how revolutionary ideas from the Enlightenment about freedom, equality, evolution, and democracy have reverberated through modern history and shaped the world as we know it today. A testament to the enduring power of ideas, The Shape of the New offers unforgettable portraits of Adam Smith, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Charles Darwin, and Karl Marx - heirs of the Enlightenment who embodied its highest ideals about progress - and shows how their thoughts, over time and in the hands of their followers and opponents, transformed the very nature of our beliefs, institutions, economies, and politics. Yet these ideas also hold contradictions. They have been used in the service of brutal systems such as slavery and colonialism, been appropriated and twisted by monsters like Stalin and Hitler, and provoked reactions against the Enlightenment's legacy by Islamic Salafists and the Christian Religious Right. The Shape of the New argues that it is impossible to understand the ideological and political conflicts of our own time without familiarizing ourselves with the history and internal tensions of these world-changing ideas. With passion and conviction, it exhorts us to recognize the central importance of these ideas as historical forces and pillars of the Western humanistic tradition. It makes the case that to read the works of the great thinkers is to gain invaluable insights into the ideas that have shaped how we think and what we believe. Members Reviews: Good book, fine reader,but.. They insisted on reading all the numerous citations. Not sure the value, it could have been done on a supplement. It was extremely distracting Book is nevertheless worth a listen. POWER OF IDEAS The Shape of the New is about the power of ideas. Scott L. Montgomery (a geologist and professor) and Daniel Chirot (a winner of a Guggenheim Fellowship for Social Sciences) write about three ideas rarely argued in polite conversation; e.g. economics, politics, and religion. Among others, Montgomery and Chirot profile the ideas of Adam Smith, Karl Marx, Charles Darwin, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, Jerry Falwell, and Sayyid Qutb. Each represents ideas that are part of modern world socioeconomic and religious thought. Smiths, Marxs, and Darwins ideas largely standalone, while Hamilton, Jefferson, Falwell and Qutb rest on the shoulders of others. As Victor Hugo notes, An invasion of armies can be resisted, but not an idea whose time has come. Montgomery and Chirot have written an informative and interesting history of ..Big Ideas and How They Made the Modern World. In the end, The Shape of the New is a tribute to a liberal education. One may be a genius, but without a liberal education genius is often so narrowly focused , it leads to societal destruction. Good review of modern ideas that shaped our lives. Very informative. The author covers economics beginning with Adam Smith, Darwin, democracy and religious fundementalism. Amazing! Would you consider the audio edition of The Shape of the New to be better than the print version? yes What did you like best about this story? It puts the current political ideas and forces into perspective. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Unruly-Places-Audiobook/B00NP4ITW4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unruly Places Subtitle: Lost Spaces, Secret Cities, and Other Inscrutable Geographies Author: Alastair Bonnett Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: At a time when Google Maps can take you on a virtual tour of Yosemite's remotest trails and cell phones double as navigational systems, it's hard to imagine there's any uncharted ground left on the planet. In Unruly Places, Alastair Bonnett goes to some of the most unexpected, offbeat places in the world to reinspire our geographical imagination. Bonnett's remarkable tour includes moving villages, secret cities, no man's lands, and floating islands. He explores places as disorienting as Sandy Island, an island included on maps until just two years ago despite the fact that it never existed. An intrepid guide down the road much less traveled, Bonnett reveals that the most extraordinary places on Earth might be hidden in plain sight. Perfect for urban explorers, wilderness ramblers, and armchair travelers struck by wanderlust, Unruly Places will change the way you see the places you inhabit. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alastair Bonnett) Tue, 30 Sep 2014 18:17:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Unruly-Places-Audiobook/B00NP4ITW4 thebookvoice.com 07:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unruly Places Subtitle: Lost Spaces, Secret Cities, and Other Inscrutable Geographies Author: Alastair Bonnett Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: At a time when Google Maps can take you on a virtual tour of Yosemite's remotest trails and cell phones double as navigational systems, it's hard to imagine there's any uncharted ground left on the planet. In Unruly Places, Alastair Bonnett goes to some of the most unexpected, offbeat places in the world to reinspire our geographical imagination. Bonnett's remarkable tour includes moving villages, secret cities, no man's lands, and floating islands. He explores places as disorienting as Sandy Island, an island included on maps until just two years ago despite the fact that it never existed. An intrepid guide down the road much less traveled, Bonnett reveals that the most extraordinary places on Earth might be hidden in plain sight. Perfect for urban explorers, wilderness ramblers, and armchair travelers struck by wanderlust, Unruly Places will change the way you see the places you inhabit. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Unruly Places Subtitle: Lost Spaces, Secret Cities, and Other Inscrutable Geographies Author: Alastair Bonnett Narrator: Derek Perkins Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: At a time when Google Maps can take you on a virtual tour of Yosemite's remotest trails and cell phones double as navigational systems, it's hard to imagine there's any uncharted ground left on the planet. In Unruly Places, Alastair Bonnett goes to some of the most unexpected, offbeat places in the world to reinspire our geographical imagination. Bonnett's remarkable tour includes moving villages, secret cities, no man's lands, and floating islands. He explores places as disorienting as Sandy Island, an island included on maps until just two years ago despite the fact that it never existed. An intrepid guide down the road much less traveled, Bonnett reveals that the most extraordinary places on Earth might be hidden in plain sight. Perfect for urban explorers, wilderness ramblers, and armchair travelers struck by wanderlust, Unruly Places will change the way you see the places you inhabit. Members Reviews: Fascinating look at places you never thought of He starts with a discussion of islands that have been removed from maps, and discusses how islands get on maps, and then how they get off maps; there is a discussion of lands not claimed by any recognized country, and what that means to the people who live there; and he discusses the effect and meaning of borders. There are lost spaces from underground tunnels to islands in the middle of highways; and floating islands. Thought the narrator was perfect. Found the text lively and smart. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Companion-to-Contemporary-Political-Philosophy-Audiobook/B00CBG0ERU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy Author: Philip Pettit, Robert E Goodin Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 50 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Political philosophy has become an increasingly active area of research over the past four decades. In response to the growing interest in the field, this new edition of A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy has been extended significantly to include fiftyfive chapters across two volumes written by some of todays most distinguished scholars. Straddling analytic and continental philosophy, the first part of the Companion considers the contributions of economics, history, law, political science, international relations and sociology to normative political thought. The collection then provides analyses of eight live political ideologies, including new chapters on Cosmopolitanism and Fundamentalism, and detailed discussions of key concepts, with much expanded coverage of international politics and global justice. An essential reference for anyone interested in this dynamic field, the new edition of A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy is the most current and comprehensive resource available. Robert Goodin is a Distinguished Professor jointly of Philosophy and of Social & Political Theory in the Research School of Social Sciences and a Corresponding Fellow of the British Academy. General Editor of a 10volume series of Oxford Handbooks of Political Science and founding editor of Blackwells Journal of Political Philosophy, Goodin served as coeditor of the British Journal of Political Science and Associate Editor of Ethics. Philip Pettit , formerly of the Australian National University, is now L.S. Rockefeller University Professor of Politics and Human Values in Princeton University. He works in moral and political theory and on background issues in philosophical psychology and social ontology. Thomas Pogge is Professor of Political Science at Columbia University and Professorial Fellow at the ANU Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics. He is editor for social and political philosophy for the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and a member of the Norwegian Academy of Science. Critic Reviews: "It will provide an unrivalled overview of the principal positions and debates in political philosophy over the past thirty years or so. It should establish itself as the standatd onevolume reader for some time to come." (Daniel Weinstock, University of Montreal) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Philip Pettit) Tue, 16 Apr 2013 03:20:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Companion-to-Contemporary-Political-Philosophy-Audiobook/B00CBG0ERU thebookvoice.com 50:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy Author: Philip Pettit, Robert E Goodin Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 50 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Political philosophy has become an increasingly active area of research over the past four decades. In response to the growing interest in the field, this new edition of A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy has been extended significantly to include fiftyfive chapters across two volumes written by some of todays most distinguished scholars. Straddling analytic and continental philosophy, the first part of the Companion considers the contributions of economics, history, law, political science, international relations and sociology to normative political thought. The collection then provides analyses of eight live political ideologies, including new chapters on Cosmopolitanism and Fundamentalism, and detailed discussions of key concepts, with much expanded coverage of international politics and global justice. An essential reference for anyone interested in this dynamic field, the new edition of A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy is the most current and comprehensive resource available. Robert Goodin is a Distinguished Professor jointly of Philosophy and of Social & Political Theory in the Research School of Social Sciences and a Corresponding Fellow of the British Academy. General Editor of a 10volume series of Oxford Handbooks of Political Science and founding editor of Blackwells Journal of Political Philosophy, Goodin served as coeditor of the British Journal of Political Science and Associate Editor of Ethics. Philip Pettit , formerly of the Australian National University, is now L.S. Rockefeller University Professor of Politics and Human Values in Princeton University. He works in moral and political theory and on background issues in philosophical psychology and social ontology. Thomas Pogge is Professor of Political Science at Columbia University and Professorial Fellow at the ANU Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics. He is editor for social and political philosophy for the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and a member of the Norwegian Academy of Science. Critic Reviews: "It will provide an unrivalled overview of the principal positions and debates in political philosophy over the past thirty years or so. It should establish itself as the standatd onevolume reader for some time to come." (Daniel Weinstock, University of Montreal) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy Author: Philip Pettit, Robert E Goodin Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer Format: Unabridged Length: 50 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Political philosophy has become an increasingly active area of research over the past four decades. In response to the growing interest in the field, this new edition of A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy has been extended significantly to include fiftyfive chapters across two volumes written by some of todays most distinguished scholars. Straddling analytic and continental philosophy, the first part of the Companion considers the contributions of economics, history, law, political science, international relations and sociology to normative political thought. The collection then provides analyses of eight live political ideologies, including new chapters on Cosmopolitanism and Fundamentalism, and detailed discussions of key concepts, with much expanded coverage of international politics and global justice. An essential reference for anyone interested in this dynamic field, the new edition of A Companion to Contemporary Political Philosophy is the most current and comprehensive resource available. Robert Goodin is a Distinguished Professor jointly of Philosophy and of Social & Political Theory in the Research School of Social Sciences and a Corresponding Fellow of the British Academy. General Editor of a 10volume series of Oxford Handbooks of Political Science and founding editor of Blackwells Journal of Political Philosophy, Goodin served as coeditor of the British Journal of Political Science and Associate Editor of Ethics. Philip Pettit , formerly of the Australian National University, is now L.S. Rockefeller University Professor of Politics and Human Values in Princeton University. He works in moral and political theory and on background issues in philosophical psychology and social ontology. Thomas Pogge is Professor of Political Science at Columbia University and Professorial Fellow at the ANU Centre for Applied Philosophy and Public Ethics. He is editor for social and political philosophy for the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy and a member of the Norwegian Academy of Science. Critic Reviews: "It will provide an unrivalled overview of the principal positions and debates in political philosophy over the past thirty years or so. It should establish itself as the standatd onevolume reader for some time to come." (Daniel Weinstock, University of Montreal) Members Reviews: Great read, idiotic narration This is an outstanding collection and it's an absolutely luxury to be able to listen to this on audiobook. My only complaint is that it's read by someone who seems to speak no languages (or have no exposure to languages) other than English. This leeds to a hackneyed butchering of the names of many of the key thinkers covered in this text. Derrida, for example, becomes "Dereeda," making him sound like a commercial snack food. We are also treated to "Mike" Foucault. This is a minor complaint, but it happens so regularly throughout the text that it is quite jarring. It seems to me, that if you're going to narrate a 50 hour long book, it wouldn't be a terrible thing to confirm simple things like how to pronounce its subjects. Otherwise, this is fabulous. Great Course In Contemporary Political Theory The book covers a broad range of political ideas. The chapters give useful information about relevants questions in political theory in order to enable the reader (listener) to make further studies. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Theodore-Roosevelt-and-the-Making-of-American-Leadership-Audiobook/B016QO0TZY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership Author: Jon Knokey Narrator: Brian Holsopple Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This is the story of perhaps the greatest leadership journey in American history. President Theodore Roosevelt forever transformed America, ushering the country into the arena of world supremacy. His brand of leadership was entirely American: confident, compassionate, energetic, diverse, visionary. But Roosevelt was not a born leader; his ascent to the apex of power was not a foregone conclusion. He made himself a leader of consequence, and it is his epic journey to the White House - a road filled with terrific failures, intimate introspection, and self-made luck - that will inspire listeners anew. No author has combined his key biographical milestones - the lessons born from the contradictions of his life - with the surviving stories from those who followed and interacted with him in his various attempts to lead. While a graduate student at Harvard, author Jon Knokey, a Roosevelt historian and business leader, unearthed hundreds of unpublished letters and interview notes from Roosevelt contemporaries. These long-forgotten documents provide a fresh and stunning ringside seat along the 26th president's journey to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The stories from Harvard chaps, idealistic political reformers from New York, coarse cowboys from the Badlands, and tough-as-rawhide Rough Riders from the nation's interior all combine to illuminate the maturation process of a man learning to lead at every stage of his life. The story of Theodore Roosevelt's life has been told before. The story of his leadership journey has not - until now. Fast paced and written as a biographical narrative, Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership places the listener alongside a young Roosevelt as he shapes events, people, and himself to forever change a country. He created an authentic style of American leadership - a style that has endured for over a century. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jon Knokey) Mon, 19 Oct 2015 12:39:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Theodore-Roosevelt-and-the-Making-of-American-Leadership-Audiobook/B016QO0TZY thebookvoice.com 15:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership Author: Jon Knokey Narrator: Brian Holsopple Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This is the story of perhaps the greatest leadership journey in American history. President Theodore Roosevelt forever transformed America, ushering the country into the arena of world supremacy. His brand of leadership was entirely American: confident, compassionate, energetic, diverse, visionary. But Roosevelt was not a born leader; his ascent to the apex of power was not a foregone conclusion. He made himself a leader of consequence, and it is his epic journey to the White House - a road filled with terrific failures, intimate introspection, and self-made luck - that will inspire listeners anew. No author has combined his key biographical milestones - the lessons born from the contradictions of his life - with the surviving stories from those who followed and interacted with him in his various attempts to lead. While a graduate student at Harvard, author Jon Knokey, a Roosevelt historian and business leader, unearthed hundreds of unpublished letters and interview notes from Roosevelt contemporaries. These long-forgotten documents provide a fresh and stunning ringside seat along the 26th president's journey to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The stories from Harvard chaps, idealistic political reformers from New York, coarse cowboys from the Badlands, and tough-as-rawhide Rough Riders from the nation's interior all combine to illuminate the maturation process of a man learning to lead at every stage of his life. The story of Theodore Roosevelt's life has been told before. The story of his leadership journey has not - until now. Fast paced and written as a biographical narrative, Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership places the listener alongside a young Roosevelt as he shapes events, people, and himself to forever change a country. He created an authentic style of American leadership - a style that has endured for over a century. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership Author: Jon Knokey Narrator: Brian Holsopple Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: This is the story of perhaps the greatest leadership journey in American history. President Theodore Roosevelt forever transformed America, ushering the country into the arena of world supremacy. His brand of leadership was entirely American: confident, compassionate, energetic, diverse, visionary. But Roosevelt was not a born leader; his ascent to the apex of power was not a foregone conclusion. He made himself a leader of consequence, and it is his epic journey to the White House - a road filled with terrific failures, intimate introspection, and self-made luck - that will inspire listeners anew. No author has combined his key biographical milestones - the lessons born from the contradictions of his life - with the surviving stories from those who followed and interacted with him in his various attempts to lead. While a graduate student at Harvard, author Jon Knokey, a Roosevelt historian and business leader, unearthed hundreds of unpublished letters and interview notes from Roosevelt contemporaries. These long-forgotten documents provide a fresh and stunning ringside seat along the 26th president's journey to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The stories from Harvard chaps, idealistic political reformers from New York, coarse cowboys from the Badlands, and tough-as-rawhide Rough Riders from the nation's interior all combine to illuminate the maturation process of a man learning to lead at every stage of his life. The story of Theodore Roosevelt's life has been told before. The story of his leadership journey has not - until now. Fast paced and written as a biographical narrative, Theodore Roosevelt and the Making of American Leadership places the listener alongside a young Roosevelt as he shapes events, people, and himself to forever change a country. He created an authentic style of American leadership - a style that has endured for over a century. Members Reviews: Incredible Absolutely one of the best books I have encountered. Truly grabs the readers attention and puts you right there getting action with TR. The detail and scenery is perfect, couldn't have asked for a better lesson in leadership. How many times can you mention Harvard? I've read/listened to over a dozen TR books struggled to finish this one. It was hard to not hear a tone of self-aggrandizing by the author, though he never mentions himself. Hard to explain, but the tone was just off-putting. great to listen The narration is wonderful and vigorous like the man it is about. one and only Teddy Roosevelt. Awesome Book! Fantastic listen. It was so refreshing to see a public figure in such a positive way. It gives us hope for the future Fantastic Read Jon Knokey does an incredible job giving a detailed and accurate account of Roosevelt's life. His writing is authentic and I learned more about this great American leader than I could have imagined. I am anxious to listen to this book again, and even more excited and hope Knokey writes another book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Central-Europe-Audiobook/B002V1NN0A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Central Europe Author: Ralph Racio Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ralph Racio) Tue, 08 Aug 2006 13:06:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Central-Europe-Audiobook/B002V1NN0A thebookvoice.com 02:58:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Central Europe Author: Ralph Racio Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Central Europe Author: Ralph Racio Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 08-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: Amazing very informative and well narrated, the tone, the voices are great, never made me bored or feeling sleepy, I loved the imitation of the native accents throughout the audio book, this book means a lot to me as part of my family are scattered on that region, I recommend this book if you want to learn about the region and its people, and if you want to learn from history for the future as history repeating itself. Thump up for everybody who worked on this audio book. Good Solid Information This series has been very useful to give a basic overview and history of a region. I like format and am grateful as they supply a good synopsis of whatever country/region that they cover. I only wish that they were longer and more detailed. it was okay. very informative, just a little rough on style. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-otra-historia-de-Mexico-Hidalgo-e-Iturbide-Peoples-History-of-Mexico-Hidalgo-and-Iturbide-Audiobook/B00WIRPAYE Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> Título: La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide [People's History of Mexico: Hidalgo and Iturbide] Subtitular: La gloria y el olvido [The Glory and Oblivion] Autor: Armando Sergio Fuentes Aguirre Narrador: Rolando Silva Formato: Unabridged Duración: 20 hrs and 56 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 04-23-15 Editor: Audible Studios Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 66 votos Categorías: History, Political Resumen del editor: La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide, es la otra historia de México, donde sus héroes y heroínas no son de bronce o mármol, sino hombres y mujeres sujetos a la grandeza y las miserias de la condición humana. Es aquella que nos permite replantearnos quien es el verdadero Padre de la Patria y cuestionar el papel de los llamados villanos y traidores que señalan los libros de texto. Como nunca antes, Armando Fuentes Aguirre "Catón" aborda el convulsionado periodo de la Independencia de México y retrata a sus protagonistas sin miramientos ni concesiones. Hidalgo, Morelos, Iturbide, Guerrero, Nicolás Bravo y todos los sin nombre, los que la historia olvidó, desfilan por los capítulos de este audio libro con sus virtudes y desaciertos, sacrificios heroicos y traiciones despreciables. Si por sus actos serán recordados, ¿a quién mantener en la memoria histórica de un país que ha perdido la fe? Es esta, más que todo, una obra de divulgación. Fue escrita por un periodista, no por un historiador. Pero algo tiene de historiador el periodista. A nada aspira el que la escribió sino a ser acompañado en la aventura por los mismos cuatro oyentes que ya otras veces lo han seguido. A ellos les dice el autor que lo que aquí van a escuchar, "No es histórico: es verídico." - Catón Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Armando Sergio Fuentes Aguirre) Thu, 23 Apr 2015 09:00:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-otra-historia-de-Mexico-Hidalgo-e-Iturbide-Peoples-History-of-Mexico-Hidalgo-and-Iturbide-Audiobook/B00WIRPAYE thebookvoice.com 20:56:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> Título: La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide [People's History of Mexico: Hidalgo and Iturbide] Subtitular: La gloria y el olvido [The Glory and Oblivion] Autor: Armando Sergio Fuentes Aguirre Narrador: Rolando Silva Formato: Unabridged Duración: 20 hrs and 56 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 04-23-15 Editor: Audible Studios Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 66 votos Categorías: History, Political Resumen del editor: La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide, es la otra historia de México, donde sus héroes y heroínas no son de bronce o mármol, sino hombres y mujeres sujetos a la grandeza y las miserias de la condición humana. Es aquella que nos permite replantearnos quien es el verdadero Padre de la Patria y cuestionar el papel de los llamados villanos y traidores que señalan los libros de texto. Como nunca antes, Armando Fuentes Aguirre "Catón" aborda el convulsionado periodo de la Independencia de México y retrata a sus protagonistas sin miramientos ni concesiones. Hidalgo, Morelos, Iturbide, Guerrero, Nicolás Bravo y todos los sin nombre, los que la historia olvidó, desfilan por los capítulos de este audio libro con sus virtudes y desaciertos, sacrificios heroicos y traiciones despreciables. Si por sus actos serán recordados, ¿a quién mantener en la memoria histórica de un país que ha perdido la fe? Es esta, más que todo, una obra de divulgación. Fue escrita por un periodista, no por un historiador. Pero algo tiene de historiador el periodista. A nada aspira el que la escribió sino a ser acompañado en la aventura por los mismos cuatro oyentes que ya otras veces lo han seguido. A ellos les dice el autor que lo que aquí van a escuchar, "No es histórico: es verídico." - Catón Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> Título: La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide [People's History of Mexico: Hidalgo and Iturbide] Subtitular: La gloria y el olvido [The Glory and Oblivion] Autor: Armando Sergio Fuentes Aguirre Narrador: Rolando Silva Formato: Unabridged Duración: 20 hrs and 56 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 04-23-15 Editor: Audible Studios Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 66 votos Categorías: History, Political Resumen del editor: La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide, es la otra historia de México, donde sus héroes y heroínas no son de bronce o mármol, sino hombres y mujeres sujetos a la grandeza y las miserias de la condición humana. Es aquella que nos permite replantearnos quien es el verdadero Padre de la Patria y cuestionar el papel de los llamados villanos y traidores que señalan los libros de texto. Como nunca antes, Armando Fuentes Aguirre "Catón" aborda el convulsionado periodo de la Independencia de México y retrata a sus protagonistas sin miramientos ni concesiones. Hidalgo, Morelos, Iturbide, Guerrero, Nicolás Bravo y todos los sin nombre, los que la historia olvidó, desfilan por los capítulos de este audio libro con sus virtudes y desaciertos, sacrificios heroicos y traiciones despreciables. Si por sus actos serán recordados, ¿a quién mantener en la memoria histórica de un país que ha perdido la fe? Es esta, más que todo, una obra de divulgación. Fue escrita por un periodista, no por un historiador. Pero algo tiene de historiador el periodista. A nada aspira el que la escribió sino a ser acompañado en la aventura por los mismos cuatro oyentes que ya otras veces lo han seguido. A ellos les dice el autor que lo que aquí van a escuchar, "No es histórico: es verídico." - Catón Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: OJO-Audiobook leaves out sentences from book If you could sum up La otra historia de México: Hidalgo e Iturbide [People's History of Mexico: Hidalgo and Iturbide] in three words, what would they be? I thought unabridged was 100% of the book, not 98%. pg. 129 (2008) editorial Diana of the book "La otra historia de Mexico-Hidalgo e Iturbide-La gloria y el olvido by Armando Fuentes Aguirre "Caton" has the sentence: "Tambien ahi se hacen mitines politicos, y ahi se celebran tambien los tirunfos de la seleccion mexicana de futbol" (Also political rallies are held there and they also celebrate there when the Mexican national soccer team wins). This is NOT included in the audiobook version. This is in reference to where the skulls of Hidalgo, Allende, Jimenez y Aldama rest below the column of Independence in Mexico. Perhaps the author, editorial, or audiobook company believed this sentence was offensive or flippant and should be removed. This sentence merely highlights the irony of the situation. This book would have gotten five stars if it had been 100% faithful to the book. (note: perhaps the "new" 2012 editorial issue of this book, sold on Amazon, had "minor changes to the content" by the author who perhaps excluded passages deemed undesirable. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-48-Laws-of-Power-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00VAPJDSO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 48 Laws of Power [Russian Edition] Author: Robert Greene Narrator: Dimitriy Kreminskiy, Vladimir Levashev Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-15 Publisher: Interactive Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Drawn from 3,000 years of the history of power, this is the definitive guide to help readers achieve for themselves what Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, Louis XIV, and Machiavelli learned the hard way. Law 1: Never outshine the master. Law 2: Never put too much trust in friends; learn how to use enemies. Law 3: Conceal your intentions. Law 4: Always say less than necessary. The 48 laws are presented through the tactics, triumphs, and failures of great figures from the past who have wielded - or been victimised by - power. This audiobook is narrated in Russian. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Robert Greene) Mon, 30 Mar 2015 20:27:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-48-Laws-of-Power-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00VAPJDSO thebookvoice.com 25:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 48 Laws of Power [Russian Edition] Author: Robert Greene Narrator: Dimitriy Kreminskiy, Vladimir Levashev Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-15 Publisher: Interactive Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Drawn from 3,000 years of the history of power, this is the definitive guide to help readers achieve for themselves what Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, Louis XIV, and Machiavelli learned the hard way. Law 1: Never outshine the master. Law 2: Never put too much trust in friends; learn how to use enemies. Law 3: Conceal your intentions. Law 4: Always say less than necessary. The 48 laws are presented through the tactics, triumphs, and failures of great figures from the past who have wielded - or been victimised by - power. This audiobook is narrated in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The 48 Laws of Power [Russian Edition] Author: Robert Greene Narrator: Dimitriy Kreminskiy, Vladimir Levashev Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-15 Publisher: Interactive Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Drawn from 3,000 years of the history of power, this is the definitive guide to help readers achieve for themselves what Queen Elizabeth I, Henry Kissinger, Louis XIV, and Machiavelli learned the hard way. Law 1: Never outshine the master. Law 2: Never put too much trust in friends; learn how to use enemies. Law 3: Conceal your intentions. Law 4: Always say less than necessary. The 48 laws are presented through the tactics, triumphs, and failures of great figures from the past who have wielded - or been victimised by - power. This audiobook is narrated in Russian. Members Reviews: Awesome! I see a lot of mixed reviews on this book, however most of the negative reviews hover around the fact that this book does not entertain peoples Happy Feelings. This book talks about power and the concepts of gaining power through absolutely logical and feeling free laws. a good read regardless whether you're going to use these or not. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Queen-Margot-Audiobook/B002V1CH4S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Queen Margot Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The last years of King Charles IX's reign in France were dominated by religious wars between Catholics and Protestants. Queen Margot begins in 1572 with the marriage of Marguerite de Valois to Henri de Navarre. Marguerite is King Charles' sister and the daughter of Henri II and Catherine de Medici, all firm Catholics. Henri de Navarre is a Protestant who later will become the beloved King Henri IV. Several important political events have led up to this marriage including the mysterious murder of Henri de Navarre's mother, cleverly plotted by Catherine de Medici. The wedding brings noblemen from all over the world to Paris resulting in the notorious Saint Bartholomew Massacre, where thousands of Protestants are killed. In this inventive and compelling novel, Dumas brings an extraordinary period of history vividly to life with much excitement and romance. The lively prose and wonderfully constructed plot tell of court intrigues and forbidden love, of beautiful queens, duchesses, and noblemen, suspense, conspiracies, betrayals, assassinations, superstitions, poisonings, and sumptuous feasts. With well-known historical figures as main characters in a dangerous and breathtaking game for power, Queen Margot tells of conspiracies, clandestine trysts, and daring escapes. There is the infamous Catherine de Medici, deliciously evil, constantly plotting and poisoning; Le Mole, a dashing and irresistable young Protestant who becomes Marguerite's lover; the noble Coconnos who provides a great source of comic relief; and at the center of all this intrigue are the good-hearted Marguerite and Henri who are perfect political allies with complicated and fascinating love lives. (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) Sat, 21 Oct 2000 23:57:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Queen-Margot-Audiobook/B002V1CH4S thebookvoice.com 17:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Queen Margot Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The last years of King Charles IX's reign in France were dominated by religious wars between Catholics and Protestants. Queen Margot begins in 1572 with the marriage of Marguerite de Valois to Henri de Navarre. Marguerite is King Charles' sister and the daughter of Henri II and Catherine de Medici, all firm Catholics. Henri de Navarre is a Protestant who later will become the beloved King Henri IV. Several important political events have led up to this marriage including the mysterious murder of Henri de Navarre's mother, cleverly plotted by Catherine de Medici. The wedding brings noblemen from all over the world to Paris resulting in the notorious Saint Bartholomew Massacre, where thousands of Protestants are killed. In this inventive and compelling novel, Dumas brings an extraordinary period of history vividly to life with much excitement and romance. The lively prose and wonderfully constructed plot tell of court intrigues and forbidden love, of beautiful queens, duchesses, and noblemen, suspense, conspiracies, betrayals, assassinations, superstitions, poisonings, and sumptuous feasts. With well-known historical figures as main characters in a dangerous and breathtaking game for power, Queen Margot tells of conspiracies, clandestine trysts, and daring escapes. There is the infamous Catherine de Medici, deliciously evil, constantly plotting and poisoning; Le Mole, a dashing and irresistable young Protestant who becomes Marguerite's lover; the noble Coconnos who provides a great source of comic relief; and at the center of all this intrigue are the good-hearted Marguerite and Henri who are perfect political allies with complicated and fascinating love lives. (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Queen Margot Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Robert Whitfield Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-00 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 147 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The last years of King Charles IX's reign in France were dominated by religious wars between Catholics and Protestants. Queen Margot begins in 1572 with the marriage of Marguerite de Valois to Henri de Navarre. Marguerite is King Charles' sister and the daughter of Henri II and Catherine de Medici, all firm Catholics. Henri de Navarre is a Protestant who later will become the beloved King Henri IV. Several important political events have led up to this marriage including the mysterious murder of Henri de Navarre's mother, cleverly plotted by Catherine de Medici. The wedding brings noblemen from all over the world to Paris resulting in the notorious Saint Bartholomew Massacre, where thousands of Protestants are killed. In this inventive and compelling novel, Dumas brings an extraordinary period of history vividly to life with much excitement and romance. The lively prose and wonderfully constructed plot tell of court intrigues and forbidden love, of beautiful queens, duchesses, and noblemen, suspense, conspiracies, betrayals, assassinations, superstitions, poisonings, and sumptuous feasts. With well-known historical figures as main characters in a dangerous and breathtaking game for power, Queen Margot tells of conspiracies, clandestine trysts, and daring escapes. There is the infamous Catherine de Medici, deliciously evil, constantly plotting and poisoning; Le Mole, a dashing and irresistable young Protestant who becomes Marguerite's lover; the noble Coconnos who provides a great source of comic relief; and at the center of all this intrigue are the good-hearted Marguerite and Henri who are perfect political allies with complicated and fascinating love lives. (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks Members Reviews: Great Story, Terrific Narration, Horrible Sound I first checked this audiobook out from my library, but I liked it so much I decided to buy it here. That was a mistake. While the story and narration were still excellent, the sound quality of this Audible version was terrible. It sounded like they had taken the original recording to a tunnel and made a cassette tape copy of it there. Oddly enough, the chapters didn't match up either. For example, clicking on chapter four not only takes you to the middle of a chapter, but the middle of a sentence. I was extremely disappointed and will be returning this audiobook. An engrossing read... I selected this book because it was "on sale," thinking it would be low risk if I didn't like it. I loved it! The story is engrossing, the narrator excellent. My only gripe is with the sound quality -- there seems to be a lot of background noise/feedback. A fascinating history -- and Dumas as well Le bon roi Henri is the most beloved king in France's history. Catherine de Medici is one of the most despised (rightly or wrongly) figures of the Renaissance, the archetype schemer and poisoner. La reine Margot became one of the fairy tale princesses of French history. All because of this book. It's a great story, a true story, mostly, and Dumas is the greatest storyteller in history. Unfortunately, the gallant style is not Robert Whitfield's (Simon Vance's) forte, but he still does a passable job. It's worth the money/credit. I would bet that you listen to this more than once in your life. Pre-Musketeer Joy! I absolutely loved this book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Analysis-of-Timothy-Snyders-On-Tyranny-Audiobook/B075KG33P6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Analysis of Timothy Snyder's On Tyranny Author: Milkyway Media Narrator: Ian Fishman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-17 Publisher: Milkyway Media Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In On Tyranny (2017), historian Timothy Snyder warns Americans that democracy as a system of government is not indestructible. In fact, during the 20th century, several European nations allowed democratic societies to fail by electing fascist or communist rulers and complying with authoritarian rule.... Purchase this in-depth analysis to learn more. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Milkyway Media) Wed, 13 Sep 2017 08:29:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Analysis-of-Timothy-Snyders-On-Tyranny-Audiobook/B075KG33P6 thebookvoice.com 00:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Analysis of Timothy Snyder's On Tyranny Author: Milkyway Media Narrator: Ian Fishman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-17 Publisher: Milkyway Media Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In On Tyranny (2017), historian Timothy Snyder warns Americans that democracy as a system of government is not indestructible. In fact, during the 20th century, several European nations allowed democratic societies to fail by electing fascist or communist rulers and complying with authoritarian rule.... Purchase this in-depth analysis to learn more. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Analysis of Timothy Snyder's On Tyranny Author: Milkyway Media Narrator: Ian Fishman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-17 Publisher: Milkyway Media Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In On Tyranny (2017), historian Timothy Snyder warns Americans that democracy as a system of government is not indestructible. In fact, during the 20th century, several European nations allowed democratic societies to fail by electing fascist or communist rulers and complying with authoritarian rule.... Purchase this in-depth analysis to learn more. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Collapse-Audiobook/B00NFVM824 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Collapse Subtitle: The Accidental Opening of the Berlin Wall Author: Mary Elise Sarotte Narrator: Elisabeth Rodgers Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Berlin Wall was erected in 1961 to end all traffic between the citys two halves: the democratic west and the communist east. The iconic symbol of a divided Europe, the Wall became a focus of western political pressure on East Germany; as Ronald Reagans famously said in a 1987 speech in Berlin, Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! But as award-winning historian Mary Sarotte shows in The Collapse , the opening of the Wall on November 9, 1989 was not, as is commonly believed, the East German governments deliberate concession to outside influence. It was an accident. A carelessly worded memo written by mid-level bureaucrats, a bumbling press conference given by an inept member of the East German Politburo, the negligence of government leaders, the bravery of ordinary people in East and West Berlin - these combined to bring about the end of nearly 40 years of oppression, fear, and enmity in divided Berlin. When the news broke, Washington and Moscow could only stand by and watch as Tom Brokaw and other journalists narrated the televised broadcast of this critical moment in the thawing of the cold war. Sarotte opens her story in the months leading up to that fateful day. Following East German dissidents, she shows how their efforts coalesced around opposition to the regimes restrictions on foreign travel. The city of Leipzig, close to the border with Czechoslovakia, became a hothouse of activism, and protests there quickly grew into massive demonstrations. The East German Politburo hoped to limit its citizens knowledge of these marches, but two daring dissidents, East Berliners Aram Radomski and Siegbert Schefke, managed to evade the Stasi and film the largest of them from a church tower. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mary Elise Sarotte) Tue, 07 Oct 2014 09:48:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Collapse-Audiobook/B00NFVM824 thebookvoice.com 08:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Collapse Subtitle: The Accidental Opening of the Berlin Wall Author: Mary Elise Sarotte Narrator: Elisabeth Rodgers Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Berlin Wall was erected in 1961 to end all traffic between the citys two halves: the democratic west and the communist east. The iconic symbol of a divided Europe, the Wall became a focus of western political pressure on East Germany; as Ronald Reagans famously said in a 1987 speech in Berlin, Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! But as award-winning historian Mary Sarotte shows in The Collapse , the opening of the Wall on November 9, 1989 was not, as is commonly believed, the East German governments deliberate concession to outside influence. It was an accident. A carelessly worded memo written by mid-level bureaucrats, a bumbling press conference given by an inept member of the East German Politburo, the negligence of government leaders, the bravery of ordinary people in East and West Berlin - these combined to bring about the end of nearly 40 years of oppression, fear, and enmity in divided Berlin. When the news broke, Washington and Moscow could only stand by and watch as Tom Brokaw and other journalists narrated the televised broadcast of this critical moment in the thawing of the cold war. Sarotte opens her story in the months leading up to that fateful day. Following East German dissidents, she shows how their efforts coalesced around opposition to the regimes restrictions on foreign travel. The city of Leipzig, close to the border with Czechoslovakia, became a hothouse of activism, and protests there quickly grew into massive demonstrations. The East German Politburo hoped to limit its citizens knowledge of these marches, but two daring dissidents, East Berliners Aram Radomski and Siegbert Schefke, managed to evade the Stasi and film the largest of them from a church tower. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Collapse Subtitle: The Accidental Opening of the Berlin Wall Author: Mary Elise Sarotte Narrator: Elisabeth Rodgers Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Berlin Wall was erected in 1961 to end all traffic between the citys two halves: the democratic west and the communist east. The iconic symbol of a divided Europe, the Wall became a focus of western political pressure on East Germany; as Ronald Reagans famously said in a 1987 speech in Berlin, Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! But as award-winning historian Mary Sarotte shows in The Collapse , the opening of the Wall on November 9, 1989 was not, as is commonly believed, the East German governments deliberate concession to outside influence. It was an accident. A carelessly worded memo written by mid-level bureaucrats, a bumbling press conference given by an inept member of the East German Politburo, the negligence of government leaders, the bravery of ordinary people in East and West Berlin - these combined to bring about the end of nearly 40 years of oppression, fear, and enmity in divided Berlin. When the news broke, Washington and Moscow could only stand by and watch as Tom Brokaw and other journalists narrated the televised broadcast of this critical moment in the thawing of the cold war. Sarotte opens her story in the months leading up to that fateful day. Following East German dissidents, she shows how their efforts coalesced around opposition to the regimes restrictions on foreign travel. The city of Leipzig, close to the border with Czechoslovakia, became a hothouse of activism, and protests there quickly grew into massive demonstrations. The East German Politburo hoped to limit its citizens knowledge of these marches, but two daring dissidents, East Berliners Aram Radomski and Siegbert Schefke, managed to evade the Stasi and film the largest of them from a church tower. Members Reviews: Great blow-by-blow description of what happened The Good: The fall of the wall was not easy to understand from the news accounts at the time. We all knew *what* was happening, but not *why*. This book explains the big political picture and gives an exciting account of who did what, when and why in November 1989. I found the audiobook as hard to put down as a well-written thriller. And it was fascinating to see how easily things could have gone differently. The Bad: Hard to find anything bad to say about the book. The narration was competent and clear, but it didn't knock my socks off, so I gave it four stars instead of five. A series of fortunate events? Any additional comments? The Fall of the Berlin Wall is one of those events that are burned into my memory. I was a child of the Cold War and hoped, but never believed, I would see in my life time the fall of the Berlin Wall and the break up on the Soviet Union. After the crack down and blood shed of the Tienanmen demonstrations, the seemingly unexpected and peaceful opening of the Wall was just too good to be true. Interestingly I never really understood how it all came about and how regular East Germans where the catalyst, particularly Christian ministers, in setting the ball of discontent in motion. The well researched and written book was surprisingly moving. I would recommend this to anyone who likes a good story. Very good Engaging story well told. Detailed account of events generally unknown to most people. Account probably discounts the macro political effects while focusing on the details. Superb A stirring account of an historic event. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Dinner-with-Churchill-Audiobook/B00MAG86YY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dinner with Churchill Subtitle: Policy-Making at the Dinner Table Author: Cita Stelzer Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A friend once said of Churchill: "He is a man of simple tastes; he is quite easily satisfied with the best of everything." But dinners for Churchill were about more than good food, excellent champagnes, and Havana cigars. "Everything" included the opportunity to use the dinner table both as a stage on which to display his brilliant conversational talents, and an intimate setting in which to glean gossip and diplomatic insights and to argue for the many policies he espoused over a long life. In this riveting, informative, and entertaining book, Stelzer draws on previously untapped material, diaries of guests, and a wide variety of other sources to tell of some of the key dinners at which Churchill presided before, during, and after World War II. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Cita Stelzer) Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:21:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Dinner-with-Churchill-Audiobook/B00MAG86YY thebookvoice.com 05:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dinner with Churchill Subtitle: Policy-Making at the Dinner Table Author: Cita Stelzer Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A friend once said of Churchill: "He is a man of simple tastes; he is quite easily satisfied with the best of everything." But dinners for Churchill were about more than good food, excellent champagnes, and Havana cigars. "Everything" included the opportunity to use the dinner table both as a stage on which to display his brilliant conversational talents, and an intimate setting in which to glean gossip and diplomatic insights and to argue for the many policies he espoused over a long life. In this riveting, informative, and entertaining book, Stelzer draws on previously untapped material, diaries of guests, and a wide variety of other sources to tell of some of the key dinners at which Churchill presided before, during, and after World War II. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dinner with Churchill Subtitle: Policy-Making at the Dinner Table Author: Cita Stelzer Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: A friend once said of Churchill: "He is a man of simple tastes; he is quite easily satisfied with the best of everything." But dinners for Churchill were about more than good food, excellent champagnes, and Havana cigars. "Everything" included the opportunity to use the dinner table both as a stage on which to display his brilliant conversational talents, and an intimate setting in which to glean gossip and diplomatic insights and to argue for the many policies he espoused over a long life. In this riveting, informative, and entertaining book, Stelzer draws on previously untapped material, diaries of guests, and a wide variety of other sources to tell of some of the key dinners at which Churchill presided before, during, and after World War II. Members Reviews: They should have gotten a different narrator Would you try another book from Cita Stelzer and/or Davina Porter? Davina Porter is not a good narrator for this book. Her dialect and timing of the reading is poor ,given Churchill's booming and VERY CLEAR DEFINITIVE VOICE. They should have gotten a male narrator. Also, even though dinners may have been critical, the depth of the manuscript suffers greatly. How did the narrator detract from the book? They needed a male narrator who spoke more clearly and authoritatively. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bureau-Audiobook/B002V1NF6W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bureau Subtitle: The Secret History of the FBI Author: Ronald Kessler Narrator: Raymond Todd Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Based on exclusive interviews, Kessler reveals the inside story surrounding the events of September 11 and the investigation into the anthrax mailings. The Bureau delves deep within the agency, presenting the organization in its historical context and answering questions concerning its somewhat checkered past. This incredible book includes the first definitive evidence that Hoover blackmailed Congress with information from his secret files; the source of Senator Joseph McCarthy's bogus claims that there were 205 Communists in the State Department; the truth about J. Edgar Hoover's sexual orientation; and the disastrous Freeh years, and Robert Mueller's efforts to correct the problems created by Freeh. Critic Reviews: "A must-read...a compelling account." ( Philadelphia Inquirer)"The reading is excellent, adding a substantial dimension to absorbing material." ( Kliatt)"Colorful and fascinating...Kessler's sobering report...will come as a surprise to most readers - and possibly even Washington insiders....Chilling." ( Washington Post Book World) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ronald Kessler) Thu, 06 Nov 2008 11:45:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bureau-Audiobook/B002V1NF6W thebookvoice.com 17:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bureau Subtitle: The Secret History of the FBI Author: Ronald Kessler Narrator: Raymond Todd Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Based on exclusive interviews, Kessler reveals the inside story surrounding the events of September 11 and the investigation into the anthrax mailings. The Bureau delves deep within the agency, presenting the organization in its historical context and answering questions concerning its somewhat checkered past. This incredible book includes the first definitive evidence that Hoover blackmailed Congress with information from his secret files; the source of Senator Joseph McCarthy's bogus claims that there were 205 Communists in the State Department; the truth about J. Edgar Hoover's sexual orientation; and the disastrous Freeh years, and Robert Mueller's efforts to correct the problems created by Freeh. Critic Reviews: "A must-read...a compelling account." ( Philadelphia Inquirer)"The reading is excellent, adding a substantial dimension to absorbing material." ( Kliatt)"Colorful and fascinating...Kessler's sobering report...will come as a surprise to most readers - and possibly even Washington insiders....Chilling." ( Washington Post Book World) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bureau Subtitle: The Secret History of the FBI Author: Ronald Kessler Narrator: Raymond Todd Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Based on exclusive interviews, Kessler reveals the inside story surrounding the events of September 11 and the investigation into the anthrax mailings. The Bureau delves deep within the agency, presenting the organization in its historical context and answering questions concerning its somewhat checkered past. This incredible book includes the first definitive evidence that Hoover blackmailed Congress with information from his secret files; the source of Senator Joseph McCarthy's bogus claims that there were 205 Communists in the State Department; the truth about J. Edgar Hoover's sexual orientation; and the disastrous Freeh years, and Robert Mueller's efforts to correct the problems created by Freeh. Critic Reviews: "A must-read...a compelling account." ( Philadelphia Inquirer)"The reading is excellent, adding a substantial dimension to absorbing material." ( Kliatt)"Colorful and fascinating...Kessler's sobering report...will come as a surprise to most readers - and possibly even Washington insiders....Chilling." ( Washington Post Book World) Members Reviews: Good Read, Bad Listen This audio book is a great example of how a good book can be butchered by a bad narration. Kessler uses his connections within the FBI to present an interesting history of the Bureau from J. Edgar Hoover to the modern era, providing some depth on a number of headline cases and skimming over quite a few lesser ones. The book's sub-title "The Secret History of the FBI" is very misleading. There's little information here that's not covered elsewhere, particularly in the narratives on Hoover, the Lindbergh kidnapping, organized crime cases, Martin Luther King and the civil rights era as well as old and recent spy cases. However, Kessler digs up information on the inner workings of each of the FBI's directors, particularly William Sessions that is not well known. The section on Sessions and his wife alledges numerous ethical allegations, much previously reported. If you're interested in an overview of the history of the FBI, hitting on the key figures and cases, this is an good choice. But READ it. The audio narration of this work by Raymond Todd is just short of horrendous. Todd plods through the pages as if he's in a hurry to finish and get to another appointment. It's clear that there was no effort to edit the audio and clean up mistakes, of which there are numerous. It's also clear the narrator did not pre-read the material before firing up the microphone. The "Road and Gun Club" not "Rod and Gun Club" is just one example of numerous misreads. The listener can hear the reader squirming in his chair, there's moments when it sounds like the narrator is eating and sometimes getting dry throat or choaking. Worst the is apathetic tone throughout the read that made me wish I had the book in hand rather than the narrator in my ears for 17+ hours. Good book poor narator This has to be one of the most annoying narrators I've listened to all the way through. I can handle mono-tone and other quirks, but this guy doesn't know how to pronounce MANY simple words/names. i.e. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Middle-East-Audiobook/B002V0QIEY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Middle East Author: Wendy McElroy Narrator: Harry Reasoner, Peter Hackes, Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: By the end of World War I, Britain had promised control of Palestine to both Arabs and Jews. Each of these peoples claimed a longstanding right to the same piece of land, and violence was inevitable. This presentation examines how and why this magical land has become a virtual war zone. © and (P)1991 Knowledge Products, Inc. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wendy McElroy) Mon, 26 Jun 2006 04:48:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Middle-East-Audiobook/B002V0QIEY thebookvoice.com 02:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Middle East Author: Wendy McElroy Narrator: Harry Reasoner, Peter Hackes, Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: By the end of World War I, Britain had promised control of Palestine to both Arabs and Jews. Each of these peoples claimed a longstanding right to the same piece of land, and violence was inevitable. This presentation examines how and why this magical land has become a virtual war zone. © and (P)1991 Knowledge Products, Inc. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Middle East Author: Wendy McElroy Narrator: Harry Reasoner, Peter Hackes, Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-26-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: By the end of World War I, Britain had promised control of Palestine to both Arabs and Jews. Each of these peoples claimed a longstanding right to the same piece of land, and violence was inevitable. This presentation examines how and why this magical land has become a virtual war zone. © and (P)1991 Knowledge Products, Inc. Members Reviews: outstanding slice of history and politics This is an absolute must read for anyone living in this time of international terrorism and war. It gives an outstanding history and insight of the politics underlying the Middle East, and the formation of the Israel and Palestinian states and conflict. I actually read (listened to) it several times, and I glean something new every time. I have come to develop a good understanding of why they (all sides in the Middle East conflict) are doing what they are doing (even if I don't agree with their "methods"). This also gives a good background of the personalities historically involved in the region, and of events that changed the shape of history. Limited. I thoroughly enjoyed the performance. I did think that the content lacked depth and balance as it pertains to Israeli Arab relations. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Golden-Triangle-Audiobook/B002V0RJCE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Golden Triangle Author: Bertil Lintner Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Bertil Lintner) Wed, 02 Aug 2006 22:05:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Golden-Triangle-Audiobook/B002V0RJCE thebookvoice.com 02:53:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Golden Triangle Author: Bertil Lintner Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Golden Triangle Author: Bertil Lintner Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: engaging What made the experience of listening to The Golden Triangle the most enjoyable? There are very few books or audiobooks out there on the history or issues in Southeast Asia. I appreciated the content of this book. If you have any interest in the history of this region I think the content and performance are very good. The Golden Triangle | [Bertil Lintner] This is very informative, though dated. It gives the history of Myanmar (Burma) and the Golden Triangle region. Comprehensive history I like the way how the information is delivered in this book - very comprehensive and covers the whole region. Only thing is that it needs an update. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Chile-and-Argentina-Audiobook/B002V0A6JM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chile and Argentina Author: Mark Szuchman Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Mark Szuchman) Wed, 02 Aug 2006 21:22:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Chile-and-Argentina-Audiobook/B002V0A6JM thebookvoice.com 02:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chile and Argentina Author: Mark Szuchman Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Chile and Argentina Author: Mark Szuchman Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: Important History, No Better Audiobook The World Political Hot Spots Series is a mixed bag. On the one hand, few audiobooks cover many of these forgotten states in depth. On the other hand, they are very generic, lacking in the kind of authorial investment that makes deep books interesting. What I wanted from this book was insight into the nature of the state, society, and economy of Chile and Argentina. What I got was a straight history. But it was too much territory to cover in too short a time. This meant that much of the history came at the price of understanding. Rather than explaining why some very important event happened - say the U.S. orchestrated coup that overthrew the democratically elected Allende in Chile, or else the rise of the post-WWII fascist-populist, Juan Peron, in Argentina - I instead got more facts. It is interesting history and we should know it - important transformations are afoot in Latin America. But if it is a history that is lacking in narrative and analysis, it is a history that will be too easy to forget - unless it is reinforced by more study from some other source. Since learning history usually requires a person to go over the same material repeatedly, this is not such a bad thing. And a little history is better than none. But this just felt too cursory and shallow to bring about understanding. If you are interested in better understanding Latin America in general, consider Michael Reid's masterful "Forgotten Continent," which historically contextualizes the history of every state south of the U.S. and analyses the current political and economic changes in all of the big states. Or else try Felipe Fernandez-Armesto's brief but unbelievably insightful, "The Americas." This treats the history of the whole Western Hemisphere as being moved by common forces. Either book will serve as an excellent compliment to this incomplete source. So far as the reading goes, you must be tolerant. Older audiobooks just don't have the quoting thing down. This one brings to each separate quote, of which there are numerous, a different, exaggerated, and ultimately silly accent. The Koran says, "seek knowledge as far as China," which was a distant place indeed to Muhammad. We should be willing to go at least as far as the guy with the comical voice. Interesting performance It was like listening to the social and political history of the region by an American football play by play announcer. Sometimes he would go WAY out of his way to try to pronounce the Spanish correctly, and then he would utterly butcher other words. It was kinda funny. I got this to learn more about Chile and Argentina before traveling there and learned some things so overall was happy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mexico-Audiobook/B002V0JY9U Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mexico Author: Joseph Stromberg Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joseph Stromberg) Thu, 24 Aug 2006 14:14:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mexico-Audiobook/B002V0JY9U thebookvoice.com 02:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mexico Author: Joseph Stromberg Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mexico Author: Joseph Stromberg Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 67 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: Very informative In an effort to get some background informationa bout Mexico I downloaded this book and found it excellent. It was very informative and delightful. I found myself truely engaged on a subject that I didn't expect to be. Well done! A very interesting piece that presents a brief summary on modern the history of Mexico beginning in the late 1400s. My only complaint, it was too short and thus, left me wanting to learn more. If I were cheating on a HS report. I'd use this. Not a bad listen, but doesn't go very deep at all. After all it is fitting 500years of Mexican History into 8hrs of audio. The overall performance is good. It's like watching one of those History Channel shows with the different actors reading quotes here and there. If you are looking for a basic, not to deep overview. This is the book for you. great short overview of Mexican history I'm half Mexican and I didn't know anything about the history of my country, this audio book helped me out a lot. Fast track into Mexican history Fast track into Mexican history. Very short but a nice overview from colonization to modern days. A lot for a few hours. Well done. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Landslide-Audiobook/B00NMSKHBE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Landslide Subtitle: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of a New America Author: Jonathan Darman Narrator: Corey M. Snow Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-23-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The liberal and the conservative. The deal - making arm twister and the cool communicator. The Texas rancher and the Hollywood star. Opposites in politics and style, Lyndon Johnson and Ronald Reagan shared a defining impulse: to set forth a grand story of America, a story in which he could be the hero. In the tumultuous days after the Kennedy assassination, Johnson and Reagan each, in turn, seized the chance to offer the country a new vision for the future. Bringing to life their vivid personalities and the anxious mood of America in a radically transformative time, Darman shows how, in promising the impossible, Johnson and Reagan jointly dismantled the long American tradition of consensus politics and ushered in a new era of fracture. History comes to life in Darman's vivid, fly - on - the wall storytelling. From Johnson's election in 1964, the greatest popular - vote landslide in American history, to the pivotal 1966 midterms, when Reagan burst forth onto the national stage, Landslide brings alive a country transformed - by riots, protests, the rise of television, and the shattering of consensus - and the two towering personalities whose choices in those moments would reverberate through the country for decades to come. Critic Reviews: "The relevance to today will be achingly obvious to [listeners]-who will be both riveted and disturbed by this moving, memorable book." (Evan Thomas, author of Ike's Bluff) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Jonathan Darman) Tue, 23 Sep 2014 18:25:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Landslide-Audiobook/B00NMSKHBE thebookvoice.com 00:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Landslide Subtitle: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of a New America Author: Jonathan Darman Narrator: Corey M. Snow Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-23-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The liberal and the conservative. The deal - making arm twister and the cool communicator. The Texas rancher and the Hollywood star. Opposites in politics and style, Lyndon Johnson and Ronald Reagan shared a defining impulse: to set forth a grand story of America, a story in which he could be the hero. In the tumultuous days after the Kennedy assassination, Johnson and Reagan each, in turn, seized the chance to offer the country a new vision for the future. Bringing to life their vivid personalities and the anxious mood of America in a radically transformative time, Darman shows how, in promising the impossible, Johnson and Reagan jointly dismantled the long American tradition of consensus politics and ushered in a new era of fracture. History comes to life in Darman's vivid, fly - on - the wall storytelling. From Johnson's election in 1964, the greatest popular - vote landslide in American history, to the pivotal 1966 midterms, when Reagan burst forth onto the national stage, Landslide brings alive a country transformed - by riots, protests, the rise of television, and the shattering of consensus - and the two towering personalities whose choices in those moments would reverberate through the country for decades to come. Critic Reviews: "The relevance to today will be achingly obvious to [listeners]-who will be both riveted and disturbed by this moving, memorable book." (Evan Thomas, author of Ike's Bluff) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Landslide Subtitle: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of a New America Author: Jonathan Darman Narrator: Corey M. Snow Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs Language: English Release date: 09-23-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The liberal and the conservative. The deal - making arm twister and the cool communicator. The Texas rancher and the Hollywood star. Opposites in politics and style, Lyndon Johnson and Ronald Reagan shared a defining impulse: to set forth a grand story of America, a story in which he could be the hero. In the tumultuous days after the Kennedy assassination, Johnson and Reagan each, in turn, seized the chance to offer the country a new vision for the future. Bringing to life their vivid personalities and the anxious mood of America in a radically transformative time, Darman shows how, in promising the impossible, Johnson and Reagan jointly dismantled the long American tradition of consensus politics and ushered in a new era of fracture. History comes to life in Darman's vivid, fly - on - the wall storytelling. From Johnson's election in 1964, the greatest popular - vote landslide in American history, to the pivotal 1966 midterms, when Reagan burst forth onto the national stage, Landslide brings alive a country transformed - by riots, protests, the rise of television, and the shattering of consensus - and the two towering personalities whose choices in those moments would reverberate through the country for decades to come. Critic Reviews: "The relevance to today will be achingly obvious to [listeners]-who will be both riveted and disturbed by this moving, memorable book." (Evan Thomas, author of Ike's Bluff) Members Reviews: Good, but could have been great What did you love best about Landslide? The sections which deal with the way in which Reagan became a candidate and overcame the supposed drawback of his having been an actor Who was your favorite character and why? LBJ, he is just such a fascinating individual. So complex and compelling an individual is impossible to ignore. Which scene was your favorite? Learning how LBJ would demand to be involved in the legislative process regardless of the time of day and his telling Larry O'Brien not to fail to call on him for help. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, I knew much of the story already but found myself drawn back in and wanting to finish the journey. Any additional comments? The author could have focused more on Reagan and the conservative movement he led, and slightly less on LBJ great book. really enjoyed this book. I learned a lot of things about LBJ and Ronald Reagan that I didn't know. makes one hopeful comma but also understand reality when it comes to the future of our country. Good Read I really like the intricacies of the LBJ White House but far too much of the book is devoted to JFK. JFK and LBJ should be on the cover but very entertaining nonetheless. Author has great feel for narrative There is a great feel here for the moment, for phrases to capture it, for details large and small that fit, for the cadence of public events and actors in them, as high drama. Another reviewer has observed the author describes thoughts and nuances of inner life that are not explicitly sourced or documented, thus perhaps speculative to some degree. Yet, in that, this work shines with the author's talents (and deep apprenticeship; this takes immersion in great writers' and speakers' great works, one can hear echoing here). And these excursions into others' thoughts and strategies are consistently, highly credible. Every line has surpassing lyrical grace. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Operatives-Spies-and-Saboteurs-Audiobook/B002V5CS3O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Operatives, Spies, and Saboteurs Subtitle: The Unknown Story of World War II's OSS Author: Patrick K. O'Donnell Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 124 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "A revealing look into the intrigue and extraordinary courage of our intelligence gatherers of World War II. A rare combination of suspense thriller and true heroism by a great American writer." (Clive Cussler, New York Times best-selling author) © 2004 Patrick O'Donnell; (P)2004 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "This book is far more than a simple historical survey and reads like a satisfying cloak and dagger yarn, making it a good choice for both history and mystery buffs." (Publishers Weekly) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Patrick K. O'Donnell) Thu, 02 Dec 2004 04:41:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Operatives-Spies-and-Saboteurs-Audiobook/B002V5CS3O thebookvoice.com 10:06:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Operatives, Spies, and Saboteurs Subtitle: The Unknown Story of World War II's OSS Author: Patrick K. O'Donnell Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 124 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "A revealing look into the intrigue and extraordinary courage of our intelligence gatherers of World War II. A rare combination of suspense thriller and true heroism by a great American writer." (Clive Cussler, New York Times best-selling author) © 2004 Patrick O'Donnell; (P)2004 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "This book is far more than a simple historical survey and reads like a satisfying cloak and dagger yarn, making it a good choice for both history and mystery buffs." (Publishers Weekly) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Operatives, Spies, and Saboteurs Subtitle: The Unknown Story of World War II's OSS Author: Patrick K. O'Donnell Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-02-04 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 124 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: "A revealing look into the intrigue and extraordinary courage of our intelligence gatherers of World War II. A rare combination of suspense thriller and true heroism by a great American writer." (Clive Cussler, New York Times best-selling author) © 2004 Patrick O'Donnell; (P)2004 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "This book is far more than a simple historical survey and reads like a satisfying cloak and dagger yarn, making it a good choice for both history and mystery buffs." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Great book... I really loved this book. It motivated me to buy a hard copy. It shows a history of a great group (OSS) of people who you won't find anywhere else. I was completely surprised that these "made for movie" type operations and people really exisited. From our men getting tortured and killed to OSS operatives knowing what would happen to the fate of some of the captures we received, this book is very graphic and extremely invigorating. I suggest it to anyone who is interested in history, the military, intelligence, or sacrifice. Extremely Poor Narrator I purchased this ebook based on the recommendation of a friend, who, knowing my love of history, and the OSS in particular because my father spent his war life working in the OSS during WWII, thought I would enjoy this book. I DID NOT ENJOY THIS BOOK!. And the whole reason is because of the narrator, Mr. Christopher Lane. PROS: Book CONS: Narrator SUMMARY: Mr. Lane needs to either go to a school to learn how to do accents and dialects before spewing forth verbal garbage such as in this book that ruins the whole ebook presentation. I DID enjoy the historical information presented in the book itself, but this was all ruined because Mr. Lane thinks that he has the ability to mimic different language accents and dialects, which he CANNOT do at all because every foreign language he attempts sounds the same. If I could just award separate ratings for the book, and for the ebook voicing performance or presentation of the book, I would rate the book at 4.5, and the ebook voicing at a negative 5. Therefore, in summary I have to give this book a 1 since that is the lowest rating available. Informative and clearly written true-spy stories What made the experience of listening to Operatives, Spies, and Saboteurs the most enjoyable? I enjoyed the structure: a series of well told 1st-person narratives of OSS personnel, well joined by the author's explanation of how OSS was formed, organized, staffed, equipped, and tasked. What does Christopher Lane bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? A good narrator, like a good actor, makes the characters real without the audience realizing how hard that is. Lane does that. Unconscionable direction Why, oh why, did the producer/director of this recording allow Christopher Lane (normally a great reader) to go into foreign accents? The German and French are so bad that vast swatches of this very well written book are unlistenable. Lane not only goes into awful renditions of these and other accents, he also mispronounces place names. Argh! There is so much interesting material here. Great book on an overlooked topic. Any additional comments? This was a great book. I loved the topic, and I thought it was very well presented. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Ethiopia-Audiobook/B002V5CKCI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ethiopia Author: Wendy McElroy Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Wendy McElroy) Thu, 24 Aug 2006 08:42:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Ethiopia-Audiobook/B002V5CKCI thebookvoice.com 02:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ethiopia Author: Wendy McElroy Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ethiopia Author: Wendy McElroy Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: Solid Orientalist Quack! It is a shame that this kind of claptrap is available on Audible. It is completely lacking in historic method. It is a bigoted, religiously biased collection of half truths about Ethiopia as viewed from a solid orientalist quack. If the work of Wendy McElroy on the other 13 titles listed under her name is as bad as this it is an offense for Audible to be publishing them. Please remove this audiobook! good listen was a great listen loved the history behind e t h i o p i a https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolution-by-Murder-Audiobook/B00Q2DOMEY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution by Murder Subtitle: Emma Goldman, Alexander Berkman, and the Plot to Kill Henry Clay Frick Author: James McGrath Morris Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The heart-pounding true story of the plot to kill the most powerful man in America. In 1892, America was on the verge of another civil war, this one over industrial slavery. It was the era of robber barons, and none was more reviled for his harsh treatment of workers than industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The deadly Homestead Steel Strike that summer had left Frick with blood on his hands, and two young, impassioned radicals thought he should pay for his crimes. Answering the utopian call of a world without government, Alexander Berkman and his lover, Emma Goldman, set out for revenge in the name of the proletariat. Theirs is the story of revolution by murder. A "dramatic, fast-moving new tale of violence and political activism," wrote Douglas Perry in a review posted on Oregonlive.com. "Revolution by Murder is a Kindle single, not a full-scale historical work. That means the story, at just 51 pages, is self-contained, the context flash-fried. But that's what Morris, the author of a well-received biography of Joseph Pulitzer, wants it to be. It might be little more than a snack for a serious history reader, but it's a tasty one." James McGrath Morris is a biographer and writer of narrative nonfiction. His books include Eye on the Struggle: Ethel Payne's Journey Through the Civil Rights Revolution (forthcoming); Pulitzer: A Life in Politics, Print, and Power; The Rose Man of Sing Sing: A True Tale of Life, Murder, and Redemption in the Age of Yellow Journalism; and Jailhouse Journalism: The Fourth Estate Behind Bars. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and is currently writing a book about the friendship between writers Ernest Hemingway and John Dos Passos. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (James McGrath Morris) Tue, 25 Nov 2014 14:42:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolution-by-Murder-Audiobook/B00Q2DOMEY thebookvoice.com 01:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution by Murder Subtitle: Emma Goldman, Alexander Berkman, and the Plot to Kill Henry Clay Frick Author: James McGrath Morris Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The heart-pounding true story of the plot to kill the most powerful man in America. In 1892, America was on the verge of another civil war, this one over industrial slavery. It was the era of robber barons, and none was more reviled for his harsh treatment of workers than industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The deadly Homestead Steel Strike that summer had left Frick with blood on his hands, and two young, impassioned radicals thought he should pay for his crimes. Answering the utopian call of a world without government, Alexander Berkman and his lover, Emma Goldman, set out for revenge in the name of the proletariat. Theirs is the story of revolution by murder. A "dramatic, fast-moving new tale of violence and political activism," wrote Douglas Perry in a review posted on Oregonlive.com. "Revolution by Murder is a Kindle single, not a full-scale historical work. That means the story, at just 51 pages, is self-contained, the context flash-fried. But that's what Morris, the author of a well-received biography of Joseph Pulitzer, wants it to be. It might be little more than a snack for a serious history reader, but it's a tasty one." James McGrath Morris is a biographer and writer of narrative nonfiction. His books include Eye on the Struggle: Ethel Payne's Journey Through the Civil Rights Revolution (forthcoming); Pulitzer: A Life in Politics, Print, and Power; The Rose Man of Sing Sing: A True Tale of Life, Murder, and Redemption in the Age of Yellow Journalism; and Jailhouse Journalism: The Fourth Estate Behind Bars. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and is currently writing a book about the friendship between writers Ernest Hemingway and John Dos Passos. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Revolution by Murder Subtitle: Emma Goldman, Alexander Berkman, and the Plot to Kill Henry Clay Frick Author: James McGrath Morris Narrator: Kevin Stillwell Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The heart-pounding true story of the plot to kill the most powerful man in America. In 1892, America was on the verge of another civil war, this one over industrial slavery. It was the era of robber barons, and none was more reviled for his harsh treatment of workers than industrialist Henry Clay Frick. The deadly Homestead Steel Strike that summer had left Frick with blood on his hands, and two young, impassioned radicals thought he should pay for his crimes. Answering the utopian call of a world without government, Alexander Berkman and his lover, Emma Goldman, set out for revenge in the name of the proletariat. Theirs is the story of revolution by murder. A "dramatic, fast-moving new tale of violence and political activism," wrote Douglas Perry in a review posted on Oregonlive.com. "Revolution by Murder is a Kindle single, not a full-scale historical work. That means the story, at just 51 pages, is self-contained, the context flash-fried. But that's what Morris, the author of a well-received biography of Joseph Pulitzer, wants it to be. It might be little more than a snack for a serious history reader, but it's a tasty one." James McGrath Morris is a biographer and writer of narrative nonfiction. His books include Eye on the Struggle: Ethel Payne's Journey Through the Civil Rights Revolution (forthcoming); Pulitzer: A Life in Politics, Print, and Power; The Rose Man of Sing Sing: A True Tale of Life, Murder, and Redemption in the Age of Yellow Journalism; and Jailhouse Journalism: The Fourth Estate Behind Bars. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and is currently writing a book about the friendship between writers Ernest Hemingway and John Dos Passos. Members Reviews: 5 stars I'm not sure about the more flowery parts. But there is more truth in this short book than in my american education. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Hungarian-Tiger-Audiobook/B00QKYT52O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hungarian Tiger Author: Tibor Fischer Narrator: Tibor Fischer Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In April 2014, Viktor Orbn, the youngest elected Prime Minister in Hungarian history, became Prime Minister of Hungary for the third time, for the second time with a supermajority, making him the most significant Hungarian politician since the 19th century. Beat that. He changed Eastern Europe, and may well do the same for Western Europe. The Hungarian Tiger is everything you wanted to know about Hungarian politics, but were afraid to ask. It is both a profile of Orbn and an examination of the highly distorted and unfavourable image of him that has been propagated by the international press who, when it comes to Hungary, don't know their komondor from their kuvasz, or their kuruc from their labanc, or as we say in English, their arse from their elbow. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Tibor Fischer) Fri, 05 Dec 2014 17:51:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Hungarian-Tiger-Audiobook/B00QKYT52O thebookvoice.com 02:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hungarian Tiger Author: Tibor Fischer Narrator: Tibor Fischer Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In April 2014, Viktor Orbn, the youngest elected Prime Minister in Hungarian history, became Prime Minister of Hungary for the third time, for the second time with a supermajority, making him the most significant Hungarian politician since the 19th century. Beat that. He changed Eastern Europe, and may well do the same for Western Europe. The Hungarian Tiger is everything you wanted to know about Hungarian politics, but were afraid to ask. It is both a profile of Orbn and an examination of the highly distorted and unfavourable image of him that has been propagated by the international press who, when it comes to Hungary, don't know their komondor from their kuvasz, or their kuruc from their labanc, or as we say in English, their arse from their elbow. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hungarian Tiger Author: Tibor Fischer Narrator: Tibor Fischer Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In April 2014, Viktor Orbn, the youngest elected Prime Minister in Hungarian history, became Prime Minister of Hungary for the third time, for the second time with a supermajority, making him the most significant Hungarian politician since the 19th century. Beat that. He changed Eastern Europe, and may well do the same for Western Europe. The Hungarian Tiger is everything you wanted to know about Hungarian politics, but were afraid to ask. It is both a profile of Orbn and an examination of the highly distorted and unfavourable image of him that has been propagated by the international press who, when it comes to Hungary, don't know their komondor from their kuvasz, or their kuruc from their labanc, or as we say in English, their arse from their elbow. Members Reviews: A searching recap of recent Hungarian politics...a fascinating read Knowing Mr. Fischer's style, this book is right in tune with his previous writings. The topic is interesting mostly to Hungarians, most of whom will not read it because they don't speak English. Too bad. The zany style is delightful if you don't mind a little profanity, which I don't. The "book" is a good counterpoint to tons of inaccurate, slanderous and often idiotic statements made by the western press, whether US, British, German or French. As Mr. Fischer says, nobody cares about Hungary, so why the hell do they bother to write garbage about it? Why not learn a little about the country before you embark on commenting on it - let alone criticizing it - and let alone criticizing it ERRONEOUSLY, if not viciously. Mr. Fischer is also right in stating that the "educated and cultured" world is generally leftist, and anyone NOT leftist must necessarily be anti-semitic, fascist, Nazi or some other form of objectionable being in their view.. Sad to say, most of these wonderful, cultured and educated people did NOT live under Joe Stalin's yoke; then they would sing a different tune. Remember, Old Joe died peacefully in bed having killed 30-40 million people. Adam von Dioszeghy The funniest book about politics I've ever read And it's worth the price just for the Hungarian jokes. (There's one at the beginning of almost every chapter.) But the funniest parts are not the jokes, but the witty invective directed against corrupt Hungarian politicians and ignorant, lazy, and hypocritical foreign journalists who slander Viktor Orbán. I learned from this clever encomium that Viktor Orbán is neither antisemitic nor right-wing, and worked and works hard for his popularity. Tibor Fischer writes entertainingly in the interest of justice (meaning being fair), even though, as he says repeatedly, "No one cares about Hungary." Inventive, insightful and daring As the founder of the only foreign-language news source specializing in non-partisan coverage of Hungarian politics (Politics.hu) I've spent years nose-deep in the topic of Viktor Orbán and Hungarian politics as a whole, and I must say that what I was expecting to be another rehashing of recent Hungarian history. But Fischer's take on the tale is inventive, insightful and daring (he is, unlike essentially everyone about Hungary today from outside the country, an unapologetic Orbán apologist, something that could cost him). https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Empires-of-Trust-Audiobook/B002V1A1UU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Empires of Trust Subtitle: How Rome Built - and America Is Building - a New World Author: Thomas F. Madden Narrator: Richard Poe Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 168 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: By making friends of enemies and demonstrating a commitment to fairness, the two republics - both "reluctant" yet unquestioned super-powers - built empires based on trust. Madden also includes vital lessons from the Roman Republic's 100-year struggle with "terrorism." bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Thomas F. Madden) Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:56:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Empires-of-Trust-Audiobook/B002V1A1UU thebookvoice.com 12:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Empires of Trust Subtitle: How Rome Built - and America Is Building - a New World Author: Thomas F. Madden Narrator: Richard Poe Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 168 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: By making friends of enemies and demonstrating a commitment to fairness, the two republics - both "reluctant" yet unquestioned super-powers - built empires based on trust. Madden also includes vital lessons from the Roman Republic's 100-year struggle with "terrorism." Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Empires of Trust Subtitle: How Rome Built - and America Is Building - a New World Author: Thomas F. Madden Narrator: Richard Poe Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 168 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: By making friends of enemies and demonstrating a commitment to fairness, the two republics - both "reluctant" yet unquestioned super-powers - built empires based on trust. Madden also includes vital lessons from the Roman Republic's 100-year struggle with "terrorism." Members Reviews: A real eye opener Before this book, I had many uninformed notions on Rome based on the movies and TV shows that only served to expand my ignorance. This book changed all that. I am amazed at the similarities between the first several hundred years of Rome, when it was a republic, and the United States up to this point. I am surprised at the changes (not always good) that come with an overall peace, and I was greatly interested at the relationship between Rome and Greece (much like our relationship -or obsession- with Western Europe). As one who does not practice western religion, I found his coverage of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam to be very even handed... That is to say that this book will make them all either have a hard and logical internal look at themselves (not likely), or to have a purely emotional response and write the book off as tripe because it hurts their sensibilities (yeah, probably this). It also weighs in against conservatives and liberals fairly equally. I am a relatively conservative person and had to take several moments to step back and digest the point of the discussion without letting my personal biases get in the way. Then the book was incredibly informative. The writer writes in a very conversational tone that is easy to digest because it really connects with the listener. And the narrator fits the content perfectly. Whoever you are, parts of this book are going to upset you. But if you can get past that and look at the information presented objectively, this is an excellent choice. Interesting but too myopic I found the premise of this book interesting and I agree with many of its concepts to varying degrees. However, I found the analysis of the expansion of the Roman empire to be far too simplistic and uniform - especially coming from such a scholarly writer - and the relentless comparison of the Roman and American spheres of influence as Empires of Trust reaches the point of monotony. In particular, the idea that the Romans were reluctant empire-builders is dubious at best - certainly not the consensus viewpoint of ancient scholars. Of particular interest, nevertheless, are the following: (1) the comparison of American and Roman morality and religious values (2) the comparison of Rome's relationship to to the Old World (Greece) to America's relationship with the Old World (Europe) and (3) the comparison of America's struggle against radical Muslim fundamentalism to Rome's war against radical Zionists. Whether or not one agrees with Prof. Madden's conclusions, this book is worth consideration. Provocative comparison, Rome vs US circumstances Madden's portrayal of early Rome sometimes takes on a Normal Rockwell quality. Rome was, aw shucks, just some well meaning guys who were dragged into building an empire when they really just wanted to stay at home and remodel the living room. If you can get past the whitewash, the book provides and interesting walk through Rome's early history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Terror-and-Liberalism-Audiobook/B002UZLACU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Terror and Liberalism Author: Paul Berman Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Paul Berman's opinion, terrorism does not represent a paradigm shift in human thought; rather, it represents a return to the kind of totalitarian thinking that ravaged the European continent during most of the twentieth century. Berman shows how a genuine religious inspiration can be turned into murderous terrorism, and offers insights into how Islamic radicalism mirrors some all-too-familiar episodes in America and Europe. He condemns the foreign policy "realism" of the right and diagnoses the naivete of the political left. Finally, he calls for a "new radicalism" and "liberal American interventionism to promote democratic values throughout the world", a vigorous new policy of American liberalism. Drawing from the history and philosophy of religion and politics, Berman is a peerless interpreter of today's events. ©2003 Paul Berman; (P)2003 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Mr. Berman is a wonderfully lucid presenter and analyzer of recent intellectual history. (The New York Times Book Review) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Paul Berman) Thu, 03 Feb 2005 11:10:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Terror-and-Liberalism-Audiobook/B002UZLACU thebookvoice.com 07:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Terror and Liberalism Author: Paul Berman Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Paul Berman's opinion, terrorism does not represent a paradigm shift in human thought; rather, it represents a return to the kind of totalitarian thinking that ravaged the European continent during most of the twentieth century. Berman shows how a genuine religious inspiration can be turned into murderous terrorism, and offers insights into how Islamic radicalism mirrors some all-too-familiar episodes in America and Europe. He condemns the foreign policy "realism" of the right and diagnoses the naivete of the political left. Finally, he calls for a "new radicalism" and "liberal American interventionism to promote democratic values throughout the world", a vigorous new policy of American liberalism. Drawing from the history and philosophy of religion and politics, Berman is a peerless interpreter of today's events. ©2003 Paul Berman; (P)2003 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Mr. Berman is a wonderfully lucid presenter and analyzer of recent intellectual history. (The New York Times Book Review) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Terror and Liberalism Author: Paul Berman Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In Paul Berman's opinion, terrorism does not represent a paradigm shift in human thought; rather, it represents a return to the kind of totalitarian thinking that ravaged the European continent during most of the twentieth century. Berman shows how a genuine religious inspiration can be turned into murderous terrorism, and offers insights into how Islamic radicalism mirrors some all-too-familiar episodes in America and Europe. He condemns the foreign policy "realism" of the right and diagnoses the naivete of the political left. Finally, he calls for a "new radicalism" and "liberal American interventionism to promote democratic values throughout the world", a vigorous new policy of American liberalism. Drawing from the history and philosophy of religion and politics, Berman is a peerless interpreter of today's events. ©2003 Paul Berman; (P)2003 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Mr. Berman is a wonderfully lucid presenter and analyzer of recent intellectual history. (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Balanced and original This is a real treat of an exegesis from someone who is clearly not beholden to any particular political camp. Berman illustrates some surprising (to me) threads connecting 20th-century intellectual history and the current tangle. I was pretty sure that I didn't care about Baudelaire until I listened to this. An excellent, clear reading by Scott Brick (in the last chapter he mistakes the plural of "basis" for the plural of "base"-- otherwise pretty much error free). RIGHT! "Underlying most arguments against the free market is a lack of belief in freedom itself." Milton Friedman "The republican is the only form of government which is not eternally at open or secret war with the rights of mankind." - Thomas Jefferson "We are apt to forget that the vast majority of men and women who fell under the totalitarian spell were activated by unselfish motives, ready to accept the role of martyr or executioner, as the cause demanded." - Arthur Koestler Equating anything in modern America with the murderous totalitarian regimes (Fascist Italy, Nazi Germany, Communist USSR) that ravaged the European continent in the 20th century is simply leftist hyperbole. However, likening religious to political totalitarianism has some merit and Mr. Berman does a fair job of it. Leftys, please argue based on ideas....... oh, I forgot, your ideas have been soundly defeated by history itself. Read this book. Classic liberalism (what might be termed libertarianism today) appeals to the best in us, leftist hyperbole to the worst. Wrong! It's absurd and simplistic for Berman to assert that Islamist terrorism represents a return to the kind of totalitarian thinking that ravaged the European continent during most of the twentieth century. One could just as easily point out the parallels between the emergence of European fascism and the rise of the extremist right in America and it's eventual take over of all three branches of the federal government. One could say that Mussolini's 1922 "March on Rome" was the blueprint for George Bush's Brooks Brothers Riot that shut down the 2000 Florida vote count, or even allude to Mussolini's invasion of Ethiopia on some pretense hardly anyone now remembers. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Workers-Party-of-Korea-The-History-and-Legacy-of-the-Political-Party-That-Founded-and-Rules-North-Korea-Audiobook/B077PGVRT2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Workers' Party of Korea: The History and Legacy of the Political Party That Founded and Rules North Korea Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 2014, the International Space Station unleashed a series of photographs that had netizens around the globe simultaneously slapping their cheeks in disbelief for more reasons than one. For starters, the world was astounded by the crisp definition and stellar resolution of the images captured by the space agency's NightPod lenses, which showed striking satellite shots of the world at nighttime, illuminated by its dazzling city lights. But it was a close-up snap of the China-North Korea border that elicited reactions far greater than the rest, for the image, as terrific as it was, was equally troubling. Backed by a time-lapse video of the area, the images show an enormous patch of pitch-blackness - roughly 47,000 square miles of it, to be precise - flanked by two sweeping stretches of gold, the coruscating clusters of light marking the largest cities in the land. On one side lay the shimmering Chinese territories, and the other, the glittering grounds of South Korea. The patch of black in question was so dark it could very well be mistaken for an extension of either the Yellow Sea or the Sea of Japan. North Korea has long been the butt of jokes, and it has been a longstanding target of international criticism, but the startling satellite image was anything but amusing, for it demonstrated the truly catastrophic conditions North Koreans find themselves in. Statistics show that the average South Korean uses up to 10,162 kilowatt hours of power per year, whereas their neighbors in the north consume only 739. This is only one amongst a slew of stumbling blocks affecting the state, impeding it from proper progress. So why is North Korea so starkly different from its neighbors when nothing more but mere borders separate them? A tyrannical lineage secured by nepotism. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Mon, 27 Nov 2017 19:44:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Workers-Party-of-Korea-The-History-and-Legacy-of-the-Political-Party-That-Founded-and-Rules-North-Korea-Audiobook/B077PGVRT2 thebookvoice.com 01:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Workers' Party of Korea: The History and Legacy of the Political Party That Founded and Rules North Korea Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 2014, the International Space Station unleashed a series of photographs that had netizens around the globe simultaneously slapping their cheeks in disbelief for more reasons than one. For starters, the world was astounded by the crisp definition and stellar resolution of the images captured by the space agency's NightPod lenses, which showed striking satellite shots of the world at nighttime, illuminated by its dazzling city lights. But it was a close-up snap of the China-North Korea border that elicited reactions far greater than the rest, for the image, as terrific as it was, was equally troubling. Backed by a time-lapse video of the area, the images show an enormous patch of pitch-blackness - roughly 47,000 square miles of it, to be precise - flanked by two sweeping stretches of gold, the coruscating clusters of light marking the largest cities in the land. On one side lay the shimmering Chinese territories, and the other, the glittering grounds of South Korea. The patch of black in question was so dark it could very well be mistaken for an extension of either the Yellow Sea or the Sea of Japan. North Korea has long been the butt of jokes, and it has been a longstanding target of international criticism, but the startling satellite image was anything but amusing, for it demonstrated the truly catastrophic conditions North Koreans find themselves in. Statistics show that the average South Korean uses up to 10,162 kilowatt hours of power per year, whereas their neighbors in the north consume only 739. This is only one amongst a slew of stumbling blocks affecting the state, impeding it from proper progress. So why is North Korea so starkly different from its neighbors when nothing more but mere borders separate them? A tyrannical lineage secured by nepotism. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Workers' Party of Korea: The History and Legacy of the Political Party That Founded and Rules North Korea Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: In 2014, the International Space Station unleashed a series of photographs that had netizens around the globe simultaneously slapping their cheeks in disbelief for more reasons than one. For starters, the world was astounded by the crisp definition and stellar resolution of the images captured by the space agency's NightPod lenses, which showed striking satellite shots of the world at nighttime, illuminated by its dazzling city lights. But it was a close-up snap of the China-North Korea border that elicited reactions far greater than the rest, for the image, as terrific as it was, was equally troubling. Backed by a time-lapse video of the area, the images show an enormous patch of pitch-blackness - roughly 47,000 square miles of it, to be precise - flanked by two sweeping stretches of gold, the coruscating clusters of light marking the largest cities in the land. On one side lay the shimmering Chinese territories, and the other, the glittering grounds of South Korea. The patch of black in question was so dark it could very well be mistaken for an extension of either the Yellow Sea or the Sea of Japan. North Korea has long been the butt of jokes, and it has been a longstanding target of international criticism, but the startling satellite image was anything but amusing, for it demonstrated the truly catastrophic conditions North Koreans find themselves in. Statistics show that the average South Korean uses up to 10,162 kilowatt hours of power per year, whereas their neighbors in the north consume only 739. This is only one amongst a slew of stumbling blocks affecting the state, impeding it from proper progress. So why is North Korea so starkly different from its neighbors when nothing more but mere borders separate them? A tyrannical lineage secured by nepotism. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-End-Save-Victory-Audiobook/B00TI28A44 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No End Save Victory Subtitle: How FDR Led the Nation into War Author: David Kaiser Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-11-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: While Franklin Delano Roosevelt's first hundred days may be the most celebrated period of his presidency, the months before the attack on Pearl Harbor proved the most critical. Beginning as early as 1939, when Germany first attacked Poland, Roosevelt skillfully navigated a host of challenges: a reluctant population, an unprepared military, and disagreements within his cabinet to prepare the country for its inevitable confrontation with the Axis. In No End Save Victory, esteemed historian David Kaiser draws on extensive archival research to reveal the careful preparations that enabled the United States to win World War II. Alarmed by Germany and Japan's aggressive militarism, Roosevelt understood that the United States would almost certainly be drawn into the conflict raging in Europe and Asia. However, the American populace, still traumatized by memories of the First World War, was reluctant to intervene in European and Asian affairs. Even more serious was the deplorable state of the American military. In September of 1940, Roosevelt's military advisors told him that the United States would not have the arms, ammunition, or men necessary to undertake any major military operation overseas, let alone win such a fight, until April of 1942. Aided by his closest military and civilian collaborators, Roosevelt pushed a series of military expansions through Congress that nearly doubled the size of the US Navy and Army and increased production of the arms, tanks, bombers, and warships that would allow America to prevail in the coming fight. Highlighting Roosevelt's deft management of the strong personalities within his cabinet and his able navigation of the shifting tides of war, No End Save Victory is the definitive account of America's preparations for and entry into World War II. As Kaiser shows, it was Roosevelt's masterful leadership and prescience that prepared the reluctant nation to fight and gave it the tools to win. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Kaiser) Wed, 11 Feb 2015 21:50:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/No-End-Save-Victory-Audiobook/B00TI28A44 thebookvoice.com 16:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No End Save Victory Subtitle: How FDR Led the Nation into War Author: David Kaiser Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-11-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: While Franklin Delano Roosevelt's first hundred days may be the most celebrated period of his presidency, the months before the attack on Pearl Harbor proved the most critical. Beginning as early as 1939, when Germany first attacked Poland, Roosevelt skillfully navigated a host of challenges: a reluctant population, an unprepared military, and disagreements within his cabinet to prepare the country for its inevitable confrontation with the Axis. In No End Save Victory, esteemed historian David Kaiser draws on extensive archival research to reveal the careful preparations that enabled the United States to win World War II. Alarmed by Germany and Japan's aggressive militarism, Roosevelt understood that the United States would almost certainly be drawn into the conflict raging in Europe and Asia. However, the American populace, still traumatized by memories of the First World War, was reluctant to intervene in European and Asian affairs. Even more serious was the deplorable state of the American military. In September of 1940, Roosevelt's military advisors told him that the United States would not have the arms, ammunition, or men necessary to undertake any major military operation overseas, let alone win such a fight, until April of 1942. Aided by his closest military and civilian collaborators, Roosevelt pushed a series of military expansions through Congress that nearly doubled the size of the US Navy and Army and increased production of the arms, tanks, bombers, and warships that would allow America to prevail in the coming fight. Highlighting Roosevelt's deft management of the strong personalities within his cabinet and his able navigation of the shifting tides of war, No End Save Victory is the definitive account of America's preparations for and entry into World War II. As Kaiser shows, it was Roosevelt's masterful leadership and prescience that prepared the reluctant nation to fight and gave it the tools to win. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No End Save Victory Subtitle: How FDR Led the Nation into War Author: David Kaiser Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-11-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: While Franklin Delano Roosevelt's first hundred days may be the most celebrated period of his presidency, the months before the attack on Pearl Harbor proved the most critical. Beginning as early as 1939, when Germany first attacked Poland, Roosevelt skillfully navigated a host of challenges: a reluctant population, an unprepared military, and disagreements within his cabinet to prepare the country for its inevitable confrontation with the Axis. In No End Save Victory, esteemed historian David Kaiser draws on extensive archival research to reveal the careful preparations that enabled the United States to win World War II. Alarmed by Germany and Japan's aggressive militarism, Roosevelt understood that the United States would almost certainly be drawn into the conflict raging in Europe and Asia. However, the American populace, still traumatized by memories of the First World War, was reluctant to intervene in European and Asian affairs. Even more serious was the deplorable state of the American military. In September of 1940, Roosevelt's military advisors told him that the United States would not have the arms, ammunition, or men necessary to undertake any major military operation overseas, let alone win such a fight, until April of 1942. Aided by his closest military and civilian collaborators, Roosevelt pushed a series of military expansions through Congress that nearly doubled the size of the US Navy and Army and increased production of the arms, tanks, bombers, and warships that would allow America to prevail in the coming fight. Highlighting Roosevelt's deft management of the strong personalities within his cabinet and his able navigation of the shifting tides of war, No End Save Victory is the definitive account of America's preparations for and entry into World War II. As Kaiser shows, it was Roosevelt's masterful leadership and prescience that prepared the reluctant nation to fight and gave it the tools to win. Members Reviews: A timeline, not much more... Every once in a while I find myself reading one of these compilation type history books. You know, a 300 page work where it seems like the author patches together bits and pieces from a few dozen different sources but never really sparks an original insight or theme. Instead the reader is left with several chapters of words merely disguising a timeline. All of which has been done before. Although Mr. Kaiserâs efforts are evident I did not come away from this book that much more knowledgeable than when I started. Kaiser should have focused more on the Missionary Generation and its wider impact rather than alluding that many of the protagonists were from that era. Personally, I would suggest Michael Fulliloveâs âRendezvous with Destinyâ for a neater perspective on what was running through FDRâs mind and how he manipulated others to execute his master plan during the same period. FDR, his vision and will at war. No End Save Victory by David Kaiser is a credible and thorough history of Roosevelt (FDR), the consumate politician, practicing the art of the possible in preparing the US for a war it did not want to fight. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Macat-Analysis-of-John-Lewis-Gaddiss-We-Now-Know-Audiobook/B01GKGGIVM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Macat Analysis of John Lewis Gaddis's We Now Know Author: Scott Gilfillan, Jason Xidias Narrator: Macat.com Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-16 Publisher: Macat International Limited. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What really happened when the world's two greatest superpowers went head to head during the Cold War? We Now Know is a major reappraisal of the struggle for political and ideological supremacy between the United States and the Soviet Union from 1945 to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. Published in 1997 by Pulitzer Prize-winning American John Lewis Gaddis - "The Dean Of Cold War Historians", according to The New York Times - We Now Know uses fascinating and previously unavailable source material. New documents from the Soviet Union, China, and Eastern Europe allow Gaddis to produce the first-ever comparative international history of the Cold War. The book takes a detailed look at this unique conflict, putting forward new theories about why two ideologically opposed empires rose up and how their long power struggle dominated international affairs. Gaddis received America's prestigious National Humanities Medal for "deepening the nation's understanding", and We Now Know is still crucial to anyone fascinated by this incredible period in international history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Scott Gilfillan) Mon, 06 Jun 2016 20:01:40 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Macat-Analysis-of-John-Lewis-Gaddiss-We-Now-Know-Audiobook/B01GKGGIVM thebookvoice.com 01:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Macat Analysis of John Lewis Gaddis's We Now Know Author: Scott Gilfillan, Jason Xidias Narrator: Macat.com Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-16 Publisher: Macat International Limited. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What really happened when the world's two greatest superpowers went head to head during the Cold War? We Now Know is a major reappraisal of the struggle for political and ideological supremacy between the United States and the Soviet Union from 1945 to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. Published in 1997 by Pulitzer Prize-winning American John Lewis Gaddis - "The Dean Of Cold War Historians", according to The New York Times - We Now Know uses fascinating and previously unavailable source material. New documents from the Soviet Union, China, and Eastern Europe allow Gaddis to produce the first-ever comparative international history of the Cold War. The book takes a detailed look at this unique conflict, putting forward new theories about why two ideologically opposed empires rose up and how their long power struggle dominated international affairs. Gaddis received America's prestigious National Humanities Medal for "deepening the nation's understanding", and We Now Know is still crucial to anyone fascinated by this incredible period in international history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Macat Analysis of John Lewis Gaddis's We Now Know Author: Scott Gilfillan, Jason Xidias Narrator: Macat.com Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-16 Publisher: Macat International Limited. Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: What really happened when the world's two greatest superpowers went head to head during the Cold War? We Now Know is a major reappraisal of the struggle for political and ideological supremacy between the United States and the Soviet Union from 1945 to the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962. Published in 1997 by Pulitzer Prize-winning American John Lewis Gaddis - "The Dean Of Cold War Historians", according to The New York Times - We Now Know uses fascinating and previously unavailable source material. New documents from the Soviet Union, China, and Eastern Europe allow Gaddis to produce the first-ever comparative international history of the Cold War. The book takes a detailed look at this unique conflict, putting forward new theories about why two ideologically opposed empires rose up and how their long power struggle dominated international affairs. Gaddis received America's prestigious National Humanities Medal for "deepening the nation's understanding", and We Now Know is still crucial to anyone fascinated by this incredible period in international history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Triumph-of-the-West-Audiobook/B002V5BC0Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Triumph of the West Subtitle: The Origin, Rise, and Legacy of Western Civilization Author: J.M. Roberts Narrator: Frederick Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Triumph of the West is noted historian J.M. Roberts's engrossing, well-reasoned, in-depth essay on the nature of the dominance of Western civilization, its rise to global hegemony, and its ambiguous "triumph". Roberts's interest is not in judging the West's push toward greater cultural preeminence but in gaining a better understanding of the present by analyzing what got us here. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (J.M. Roberts) Thu, 06 Jan 2005 05:00:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Triumph-of-the-West-Audiobook/B002V5BC0Y thebookvoice.com 15:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Triumph of the West Subtitle: The Origin, Rise, and Legacy of Western Civilization Author: J.M. Roberts Narrator: Frederick Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Triumph of the West is noted historian J.M. Roberts's engrossing, well-reasoned, in-depth essay on the nature of the dominance of Western civilization, its rise to global hegemony, and its ambiguous "triumph". Roberts's interest is not in judging the West's push toward greater cultural preeminence but in gaining a better understanding of the present by analyzing what got us here. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Triumph of the West Subtitle: The Origin, Rise, and Legacy of Western Civilization Author: J.M. Roberts Narrator: Frederick Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-05 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The Triumph of the West is noted historian J.M. Roberts's engrossing, well-reasoned, in-depth essay on the nature of the dominance of Western civilization, its rise to global hegemony, and its ambiguous "triumph". Roberts's interest is not in judging the West's push toward greater cultural preeminence but in gaining a better understanding of the present by analyzing what got us here. Members Reviews: Disappointing This book really disappointed me. The topic begs for an answer to the question of why the West triumphed, but it only very superficially addressed that topic. It instead settled for what happened. This is certainly an easier question to answer, and any answer to why it happened is always a bit more subjective, but the why is what makes history come alive, and makes it relevant. Interesting If you enjoy reading history books then I would imagine you would enjoy this book. The title is somewhat misleading in my opinion - as Mr. Roberts' points out as many negative aspects of western civilization as he does positive ones. There was nothing in the book that I found to be unique or thought provoking. It is simply a no frills history book. Narration was good. I would however recommend "A History of Europe" by JM Roberts more than I do this one, it is much more comprehensive in detailing a lot of the same historical events. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-War-with-Hannibal-Audiobook/B006U2G4KM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War with Hannibal Author: Titus Livius Livy Narrator: John Franklyn-Robbins Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Hannibals military campaign against Rome inspired its citizens with the same panic that would later terrify Europeans beset by Mongol invaders from the East. A sworn enemy of Rome, Hannibal succeeded as leader of the Carthaginian forces at the age of 26, following the death of his brother-in-law Hasdrubal. On joining his troops, Hannibal launched an attack on the Roman-held city of Saguntum, beginning the Second Punic War and a process that seemed almost predestined as his army swept like a scourge round the Mediterranean shores. Though credit is due to the wisdom of Carthages leaders and the loyalty and efficiency of its troops, the larger share must be given to Hannibal, a leader and strategist equal to any the world has known. Editorial Reviews: Before General Patton, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Ghengis Khan there was Hannibal. By the age of 26, he had assumed the role of leader of the Carthaginian forces. As documented by the Roman historian Titus Livius (Livy), and performed here by veteran narrator John Franklyn-Robbins, Hannibal became one of the greatest military leaders of his time. In The War with Hannibal, Livy details Hannibal's attacks around the Mediterranean shores and what became the Second Punic War. This audiobook provides valuable and rare access into one of the best military minds in history. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Titus Livius Livy) Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:35:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-War-with-Hannibal-Audiobook/B006U2G4KM thebookvoice.com 04:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War with Hannibal Author: Titus Livius Livy Narrator: John Franklyn-Robbins Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Hannibals military campaign against Rome inspired its citizens with the same panic that would later terrify Europeans beset by Mongol invaders from the East. A sworn enemy of Rome, Hannibal succeeded as leader of the Carthaginian forces at the age of 26, following the death of his brother-in-law Hasdrubal. On joining his troops, Hannibal launched an attack on the Roman-held city of Saguntum, beginning the Second Punic War and a process that seemed almost predestined as his army swept like a scourge round the Mediterranean shores. Though credit is due to the wisdom of Carthages leaders and the loyalty and efficiency of its troops, the larger share must be given to Hannibal, a leader and strategist equal to any the world has known. Editorial Reviews: Before General Patton, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Ghengis Khan there was Hannibal. By the age of 26, he had assumed the role of leader of the Carthaginian forces. As documented by the Roman historian Titus Livius (Livy), and performed here by veteran narrator John Franklyn-Robbins, Hannibal became one of the greatest military leaders of his time. In The War with Hannibal, Livy details Hannibal's attacks around the Mediterranean shores and what became the Second Punic War. This audiobook provides valuable and rare access into one of the best military minds in history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The War with Hannibal Author: Titus Livius Livy Narrator: John Franklyn-Robbins Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Hannibals military campaign against Rome inspired its citizens with the same panic that would later terrify Europeans beset by Mongol invaders from the East. A sworn enemy of Rome, Hannibal succeeded as leader of the Carthaginian forces at the age of 26, following the death of his brother-in-law Hasdrubal. On joining his troops, Hannibal launched an attack on the Roman-held city of Saguntum, beginning the Second Punic War and a process that seemed almost predestined as his army swept like a scourge round the Mediterranean shores. Though credit is due to the wisdom of Carthages leaders and the loyalty and efficiency of its troops, the larger share must be given to Hannibal, a leader and strategist equal to any the world has known. Editorial Reviews: Before General Patton, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Ghengis Khan there was Hannibal. By the age of 26, he had assumed the role of leader of the Carthaginian forces. As documented by the Roman historian Titus Livius (Livy), and performed here by veteran narrator John Franklyn-Robbins, Hannibal became one of the greatest military leaders of his time. In The War with Hannibal, Livy details Hannibal's attacks around the Mediterranean shores and what became the Second Punic War. This audiobook provides valuable and rare access into one of the best military minds in history. Members Reviews: NOT unabridged Would you listen to The War with Hannibal again? Why? I enjoyed this book, but it's a condensed version rather than unabridged as advertised. The reading was excellent, and the excerpts included were well-chosen. Still, I was annoyed to find that this was a https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Summary-of-Churchills-Ministry-of-Ungentlemanly-Warfare-Audiobook/B072FDXW9N Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Subtitle: TheSummaryReport.com Author: Max Frazier Narrator: Jonathan Quinn Format: Unabridged Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-17 Publisher: Unbending LLC Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: TheSummary Report.com proudly presents a summary of Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: The Mavericks Who Plotted Hitler's Defeat! Learn about the secret British agency that may have saved WWII! bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Max Frazier) Thu, 25 May 2017 23:05:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Summary-of-Churchills-Ministry-of-Ungentlemanly-Warfare-Audiobook/B072FDXW9N thebookvoice.com 00:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Subtitle: TheSummaryReport.com Author: Max Frazier Narrator: Jonathan Quinn Format: Unabridged Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-17 Publisher: Unbending LLC Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: TheSummary Report.com proudly presents a summary of Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: The Mavericks Who Plotted Hitler's Defeat! Learn about the secret British agency that may have saved WWII! Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Subtitle: TheSummaryReport.com Author: Max Frazier Narrator: Jonathan Quinn Format: Unabridged Length: 23 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-17 Publisher: Unbending LLC Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: TheSummary Report.com proudly presents a summary of Churchill's Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare: The Mavericks Who Plotted Hitler's Defeat! Learn about the secret British agency that may have saved WWII! https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Life-and-Times-of-Queen-Elizabeth-I-and-Queen-Elizabeth-II-Audiobook/B002V8N5BA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II Author: Elizabeth Jenkins, Pearson Phillips Narrator: Karen Archer, Nanette Newman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-02 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Queen Elizabeth II has, by contrast, been the constitutional monarch par excellence - a figurehead guiding the concept of monarchy through difficult times, both national and personal. Her reign has seen major changes in the lifestyle and expectations of peoples and nations and she also proved to be a steady, clear personality on the throne. Pearson Phillips, in his sympathetic portrait, shows that even when her family has been rocked by scandals, Elizabeth II has maintained a quiet dignity. Editorial Reviews: The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II vibrantly follows the parallel lives of two exceptionally complex leaders, two of the few women to have ever been called Queen. The reigns of Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603) and our modern Elizabeth II (1952) both span several decades and are 400-plus years removed, yet narrators Karen Archer and Nanette Newman, in clear tones and with regal authority, make the abundance of historical events described here come alive and flow in easily digestible form. A fascinating look at the interior lives of two remarkable Queens. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Elizabeth Jenkins) Fri, 16 Aug 2002 05:08:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Life-and-Times-of-Queen-Elizabeth-I-and-Queen-Elizabeth-II-Audiobook/B002V8N5BA thebookvoice.com 06:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II Author: Elizabeth Jenkins, Pearson Phillips Narrator: Karen Archer, Nanette Newman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-02 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Queen Elizabeth II has, by contrast, been the constitutional monarch par excellence - a figurehead guiding the concept of monarchy through difficult times, both national and personal. Her reign has seen major changes in the lifestyle and expectations of peoples and nations and she also proved to be a steady, clear personality on the throne. Pearson Phillips, in his sympathetic portrait, shows that even when her family has been rocked by scandals, Elizabeth II has maintained a quiet dignity. Editorial Reviews: The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II vibrantly follows the parallel lives of two exceptionally complex leaders, two of the few women to have ever been called Queen. The reigns of Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603) and our modern Elizabeth II (1952) both span several decades and are 400-plus years removed, yet narrators Karen Archer and Nanette Newman, in clear tones and with regal authority, make the abundance of historical events described here come alive and flow in easily digestible form. A fascinating look at the interior lives of two remarkable Queens. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II Author: Elizabeth Jenkins, Pearson Phillips Narrator: Karen Archer, Nanette Newman Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 08-16-02 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Queen Elizabeth II has, by contrast, been the constitutional monarch par excellence - a figurehead guiding the concept of monarchy through difficult times, both national and personal. Her reign has seen major changes in the lifestyle and expectations of peoples and nations and she also proved to be a steady, clear personality on the throne. Pearson Phillips, in his sympathetic portrait, shows that even when her family has been rocked by scandals, Elizabeth II has maintained a quiet dignity. Editorial Reviews: The Life and Times of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Elizabeth II vibrantly follows the parallel lives of two exceptionally complex leaders, two of the few women to have ever been called Queen. The reigns of Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603) and our modern Elizabeth II (1952) both span several decades and are 400-plus years removed, yet narrators Karen Archer and Nanette Newman, in clear tones and with regal authority, make the abundance of historical events described here come alive and flow in easily digestible form. A fascinating look at the interior lives of two remarkable Queens. Members Reviews: Great history of the two Queen Elizabeths Great history of the two Queen Elizabeths of England including their personal and family lives. excellent highly recommend great read thiuraghably enjoyable book my 13 year old daughter also thiuraghably enjoyed also https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Brief-History-of-Justice-Audiobook/B00CAWPURE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Brief History of Justice Author: David Johnston Narrator: Mike Scherer Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The idea of justice has been central to political philosophy since its origin. Indeed, the two towering bookends to Western political thought - Plato's Republic and John Rawls' milestone 1971 publication, A Theory of Justice - are both essays on justice . Structured around the historical and conceptual relationship between distributive and corrective justice, A Brief History of Justice traces the development of this fundamental idea from antiquity to the present day. This wideranging, yet concise book delves deeply into the evolving traditions of justice, from roots in Babylonian and Hebrew law and Greek political thought to the most prominent contemporary renderings in the work of Rawls and other modern thinkers, including incisive chapterlength introductions to the work of Plato, Aristotle, the utilitarians, Kant, and Rawls. David Johnston weaves a sophisticated, yet accessible, narrative, integrating philosophical discussion with pressing contemporary questions about justice. With clarity and scholarly precision, A Brief History of Justice offers readers an invaluable survey of an important and powerful concept that continues to dominate the field of political philosophy. David Johnston is Professor of Political Science and formerly Joseph Straus Professor of Political Philosophy in the Department of Political Science at Columbia University . His books include The Rhetoric of Leviathan: Thomas Hobbes and the Politics of Cultural Transformation (1986), The Idea of a Liberal Theory (1994), Leviathan: A Norton Critical Edition (ed. with Richard Flathman, 1997), and Equality (ed., 2000). Critic Reviews: Highly recommended. Lowerlevel undergraduates through graduate students; general readers. (Choice, 1 March 2012) "David Johnston has given us what we have long lacked, a fine and readable account of the importance of justice, which focuses as much (or more) on the heritage of our thought about this matter as on the detail of the particular theories that have preoccupied philosophers for the past thirty years." (Jeremy Waldron , Chichele Professor of Social and Political Theory, Oxford; and University Professor, NYU Law School) bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (David Johnston) Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:48:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-Brief-History-of-Justice-Audiobook/B00CAWPURE thebookvoice.com 08:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Brief History of Justice Author: David Johnston Narrator: Mike Scherer Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The idea of justice has been central to political philosophy since its origin. Indeed, the two towering bookends to Western political thought - Plato's Republic and John Rawls' milestone 1971 publication, A Theory of Justice - are both essays on justice . Structured around the historical and conceptual relationship between distributive and corrective justice, A Brief History of Justice traces the development of this fundamental idea from antiquity to the present day. This wideranging, yet concise book delves deeply into the evolving traditions of justice, from roots in Babylonian and Hebrew law and Greek political thought to the most prominent contemporary renderings in the work of Rawls and other modern thinkers, including incisive chapterlength introductions to the work of Plato, Aristotle, the utilitarians, Kant, and Rawls. David Johnston weaves a sophisticated, yet accessible, narrative, integrating philosophical discussion with pressing contemporary questions about justice. With clarity and scholarly precision, A Brief History of Justice offers readers an invaluable survey of an important and powerful concept that continues to dominate the field of political philosophy. David Johnston is Professor of Political Science and formerly Joseph Straus Professor of Political Philosophy in the Department of Political Science at Columbia University . His books include The Rhetoric of Leviathan: Thomas Hobbes and the Politics of Cultural Transformation (1986), The Idea of a Liberal Theory (1994), Leviathan: A Norton Critical Edition (ed. with Richard Flathman, 1997), and Equality (ed., 2000). Critic Reviews: Highly recommended. Lowerlevel undergraduates through graduate students; general readers. (Choice, 1 March 2012) "David Johnston has given us what we have long lacked, a fine and readable account of the importance of justice, which focuses as much (or more) on the heritage of our thought about this matter as on the detail of the particular theories that have preoccupied philosophers for the past thirty years." (Jeremy Waldron , Chichele Professor of Social and Political Theory, Oxford; and University Professor, NYU Law School) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Brief History of Justice Author: David Johnston Narrator: Mike Scherer Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 04-11-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The idea of justice has been central to political philosophy since its origin. Indeed, the two towering bookends to Western political thought - Plato's Republic and John Rawls' milestone 1971 publication, A Theory of Justice - are both essays on justice . Structured around the historical and conceptual relationship between distributive and corrective justice, A Brief History of Justice traces the development of this fundamental idea from antiquity to the present day. This wideranging, yet concise book delves deeply into the evolving traditions of justice, from roots in Babylonian and Hebrew law and Greek political thought to the most prominent contemporary renderings in the work of Rawls and other modern thinkers, including incisive chapterlength introductions to the work of Plato, Aristotle, the utilitarians, Kant, and Rawls. David Johnston weaves a sophisticated, yet accessible, narrative, integrating philosophical discussion with pressing contemporary questions about justice. With clarity and scholarly precision, A Brief History of Justice offers readers an invaluable survey of an important and powerful concept that continues to dominate the field of political philosophy. David Johnston is Professor of Political Science and formerly Joseph Straus Professor of Political Philosophy in the Department of Political Science at Columbia University . His books include The Rhetoric of Leviathan: Thomas Hobbes and the Politics of Cultural Transformation (1986), The Idea of a Liberal Theory (1994), Leviathan: A Norton Critical Edition (ed. with Richard Flathman, 1997), and Equality (ed., 2000). Critic Reviews: Highly recommended. Lowerlevel undergraduates through graduate students; general readers. (Choice, 1 March 2012) "David Johnston has given us what we have long lacked, a fine and readable account of the importance of justice, which focuses as much (or more) on the heritage of our thought about this matter as on the detail of the particular theories that have preoccupied philosophers for the past thirty years." (Jeremy Waldron , Chichele Professor of Social and Political Theory, Oxford; and University Professor, NYU Law School) Members Reviews: Great introduction to the History of Justice It is the first textbook I find that truly takes you by the hand to do a grand tour on the different concepts of justice throughout time, and how the have evolved, from the babylonians to Rawls. Not a sophisticated text. It is excellent for those of us wanting to learn about the history of justice without having to do all the research that this complex process would normally involve. I think it's a very valuable resource to those of us students who have not been exposed to the philosophical perspective of justice before. The title itself declares its purpose as a "brief history", and obviously not targeted for professional scholars, but sometimes "brief" can be hollow and boring, and I found this book interesting, quite educational and fun. I think it fulfills its promise right there where expectations are! Title should be changed to... Let me first say, I like this book. It is well written, articulate, and covers a lot of ground. The author takes great pain to walk the reader through a long history and does it well. Key philosophers are covered with great care and many less influential philosophers are not neglected. What you should know is the title is wrong. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Amy-Goodman-Interviews-Ralph-Nader-About-His-Book-Told-You-So-The-Big-Book-of-Weekly-Columns-Audiobook/B01MFG232S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Amy Goodman Interviews Ralph Nader About His Book: "Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns Author: Ralph Nader Narrator: Amy Goodman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-16 Publisher: 92nd Street Y Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Join Ralph Nader at the New York City launch of his latest book, "Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns." He will be interviewed by Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Ralph Nader) Thu, 03 Nov 2016 06:17:01 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Amy-Goodman-Interviews-Ralph-Nader-About-His-Book-Told-You-So-The-Big-Book-of-Weekly-Columns-Audiobook/B01MFG232S thebookvoice.com 01:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Amy Goodman Interviews Ralph Nader About His Book: "Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns Author: Ralph Nader Narrator: Amy Goodman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-16 Publisher: 92nd Street Y Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Join Ralph Nader at the New York City launch of his latest book, "Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns." He will be interviewed by Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Amy Goodman Interviews Ralph Nader About His Book: "Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns Author: Ralph Nader Narrator: Amy Goodman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-16 Publisher: 92nd Street Y Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Join Ralph Nader at the New York City launch of his latest book, "Told You So: The Big Book of Weekly Columns." He will be interviewed by Democracy Now! host Amy Goodman. Members Reviews: This is a "must-listen" This is a "must-listen" for everyone disappointed with the 2016 election! Mr. Nader has been a champion of citizen rights for decades. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Persian-Night-Audiobook/B002V1AFEM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Persian Night Subtitle: Iran from Khomeini to Ahmadinejad Author: Amir Taheri Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Three decades after Khomeinist thugs raided the U.S. embassy in Tehran, Westerners are puzzled by Iran. As a nation, Iranians still like the United States. As a revolutionary regime, however, Iran is the principal bastion of anti-Americanism. From Ayatollah Khomeini's "historic mission" to President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's messianic campaign in the name of the "Hidden Imam," The Persian Night depicts a trajectory that will most likely lead to war. More importantly, it addresses the vital question of how the Iranian regime can be resisted and defeated, enabling Iran to close the chapter of revolution and return to the mainstream of nation-states. ©2008 Amir Taheri; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Amir Taheri) Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:06:46 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Persian-Night-Audiobook/B002V1AFEM thebookvoice.com 14:17:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Persian Night Subtitle: Iran from Khomeini to Ahmadinejad Author: Amir Taheri Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Three decades after Khomeinist thugs raided the U.S. embassy in Tehran, Westerners are puzzled by Iran. As a nation, Iranians still like the United States. As a revolutionary regime, however, Iran is the principal bastion of anti-Americanism. From Ayatollah Khomeini's "historic mission" to President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's messianic campaign in the name of the "Hidden Imam," The Persian Night depicts a trajectory that will most likely lead to war. More importantly, it addresses the vital question of how the Iranian regime can be resisted and defeated, enabling Iran to close the chapter of revolution and return to the mainstream of nation-states. ©2008 Amir Taheri; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Persian Night Subtitle: Iran from Khomeini to Ahmadinejad Author: Amir Taheri Narrator: Robertson Dean Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-25-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: Three decades after Khomeinist thugs raided the U.S. embassy in Tehran, Westerners are puzzled by Iran. As a nation, Iranians still like the United States. As a revolutionary regime, however, Iran is the principal bastion of anti-Americanism. From Ayatollah Khomeini's "historic mission" to President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's messianic campaign in the name of the "Hidden Imam," The Persian Night depicts a trajectory that will most likely lead to war. More importantly, it addresses the vital question of how the Iranian regime can be resisted and defeated, enabling Iran to close the chapter of revolution and return to the mainstream of nation-states. ©2008 Amir Taheri; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc. Members Reviews: Iran Unveiled An excellent topical treatment of Iran's obscure politics and the violent nature of the movement represented by Khomeini and his adherents. The conflict with modernity will doom this movement to defeat, but not before it causes monumental chaos at home and abroad. Taheri's coverage makes this a fascinating trip through the bazaar of Iranian politics and holds out little hope for peaceful resolution of the internal conflicts of Shiia Islam. Well narrated also. Highly recommended. a disappointing book I was preparing a trip to Iran and I was looking for a book that explains and analyses the recent historical and current political situation in over there. I bought this book, as recommended by several sources, only to be shocked and appalled by the blatant propaganda of the neocon values, ridiculous statements on the 'eternal beauty' of the war and the American repeated 'cowardliness' in not deciding to use sophisticated weapons and unlimited financial sources in finishing with the evil of Iran! I am not an American, neither a Muslim, have no religious preferences, and do believe in democracy, and do condemn the horrible regime of Ahmadinejad. But after hearing this book, I feel abused and assaulted by the simplistic war propaganda, no analysis whatsoever, no deeper insight, no insight of any kind, for that matter. The book is an insult for the common sense, and I truly regret my time and money. Narration by Dean Robertson very good, though. Wish I'd done more research on Taheri Instead of looking online for reviews of this book by credible critics, I used the blasted star system and read the audible reviews. I was looking for a non-biased book on the subject (I know this isn't possible), and according to other reviewers I was getting the gold standard of history on the Iranian subject. Only a minute into the book and I notice it's just dripping with agenda. With my suspicions now piqued, I googled Taheri and found a some dirt. Not only is his bias well-known, but his capacity to invent facts is notorious. I guess some people like this kind of thing, but I'd rather skip the agenda and just learn what happened/what's happening. Don't take my word for it though. There is a great article on the guy by Jonathan Schwarz in Mother Jones to start with, and countless others if you are still interested. The best This is the gold standard in books on Iran, and what all others should be judged by. Amir Taheri presents one of the best historical situation reports ever. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Colombia-and-Panama-Audiobook/B002V0A63S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Colombia and Panama Author: Joseph Stromberg Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Joseph Stromberg) Mon, 24 Jul 2006 19:12:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Colombia-and-Panama-Audiobook/B002V0A63S thebookvoice.com 02:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Colombia and Panama Author: Joseph Stromberg Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Colombia and Panama Author: Joseph Stromberg Narrator: Richard C. Hottelet Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: A good outline for further study What did you love best about Colombia and Panama? The program covers a tremendous amount of history in just under three hours. While it did not make me an expert, it gave me a feel for the topic and some ideas for further study. What did you like best about this story? The quotes and character voices, while sometimes a bit comical, helped me keep the characters straight while I was listening. My attention did not drift much. What does Richard C. Hottelet bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The dynamic reading maintained my attention; I listened to this while walking to work in the mornings over a period of three days. The emphasis the narrator used helped me stay focused. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? If I had three hours to dedicate to it, it would be ideal for a single sitting. High school book report What would have made Colombia and Panama better? Deeper analysis, fewer block quotes. What could Joseph Stromberg have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? More historical context and development of the themes. What didnt you like about Richard C. Hottelets performance? Performance involved reading block quotes with various accents. The accents were somewhat comical, and the passionate reading made everything sound like a made for TV teen movie. Poor performance kills the "readability" What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? This book probably contain interesting facts of the history of Colombia. However, the narrative with fake audio-captions (read out letters and speeches for instance) made this almost impossible to listen to. Despite me really wanting to learn more about the history I came away with very limited knowledge. Reading the book might have been a 3-star (impossible to judge), but with this narrative a clear 1-star, it is difficult to accurately evaluate that... Would you be willing to try another one of Richard C. Hottelets performances? No https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/India-and-Pakistan-Audiobook/B002V8HMLO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: India and Pakistan Author: Gregory Kozlowski Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. bdssaigon.net2@gmail.com (Gregory Kozlowski) Thu, 03 Aug 2006 01:01:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/India-and-Pakistan-Audiobook/B002V8HMLO thebookvoice.com 02:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: India and Pakistan Author: Gregory Kozlowski Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/82/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: India and Pakistan Author: Gregory Kozlowski Narrator: Peter Hackes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: History, Political Publisher's Summary: The World's Political Hot Spots series explains the basis of conflicts in some of the world's most politically sensitive areas. Many of these regions are in today's headlines, and tensions recently have become violent in virtually all of them. Each presentation covers up to 10 centuries of background, revealing how and why today's problems occur. Members Reviews: Dated Dated material; only of use for the serious academic who wants to catch up on a variant of history.