Scholar and diplomat Brian L. Evans gives us the first English-language biography of Chester A. Ronning (1894-1984): diplomat, politician, educator, and one of Canada's major public figures. This fascinating story depicts Ronning, the man who received many honours, and deepens readers' knowledge of Canada's post-World War II diplomacy and Canada-China relations. Ronning was an extraordinary Canadian who combined Chinese sensibility with Norwegian calm practicality and American drive. His l...

A memoir of one academic's lifelong fascination with China, examining China's history as well as its relationship with Canada.Brian Evans blends memoir and history to draw a vivid picture of China and its cultural outreach over the past three decades. His historical and sociological insights as student, scholar, and administrator form an authentic commentary as he discusses China and the Cold War; the Cultural Revolution; the post-Mao transformation of China; Canada...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Barack Obama is an American politician and attorney who served as the 44th President of the United States from 2009 to 2017, becoming the first African American to hold the office. Born on August 4, 1961, in Honolulu, Hawaii, he graduated from Columbia University and Harvard Law School, where he was the first Black president of the Harvard Law Review. Obama began his political career as a community organizer in Chicago and served in the...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a prolific and influential composer of the classical era, born on January 27, 1756, in Salzburg, Austria. Renowned as a child prodigy, he began composing at the tender age of five and swiftly gained fame throughout Europe for his extraordinary musical talent. Over his short life, Mozart composed more than 600 works, including symphonies, operas, chamber music, and choral pieces, many of which are considered p...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Warren Buffett, born on August 30, 1930, is one of the most successful and widely respected investors of the 20th and 21st centuries. Known as the "Oracle of Omaha," he is the chairman and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, a conglomerate holding company. Buffett is renowned for his investment philosophy, which emphasizes value investing, long-term strategies, and the importance of fundamental analysis. Under his leadership, Berkshire Hathaway ...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Oprah Winfrey is a highly influential American media executive, actress, talk show host, television producer, and philanthropist, best known for her ground-breaking talk show, "The Oprah Winfrey Show," which aired for 25 years from 1986 to 2011. Born on January 29, 1954, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, Oprah rose to prominence from modest beginnings through sheer determination, becoming a trailblazer in media and entertainment. She is celebr...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States from 1829 to 1837, was a complex and controversial figure in American history. Known as "Old Hickory" for his toughness, Jackson rose to national prominence as a military hero during the War of 1812, particularly for his victory in the Battle of New Orleans. A founder of the Democratic Party, he positioned himself as a champion of the common man, advocating for expanded suffrage...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.J.K. Rowling is a British author best known for creating the immensely popular Harry Potter series, which has become a global phenomenon since the release of the first book, "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," in 1997. Born in Yate, Gloucestershire, England, in 1965, Rowling's journey to success was marked by personal challenges, including financial struggles and the difficulties of single motherhood before her writing career to...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909. Renowned for his robust personality and progressive policies, he became the youngest president in U.S. history following the assassination of William McKinley. Roosevelt was a driving force behind the Progressive Era, advocating for significant reforms such as antitrust regulations, labor rights, and consumer protection. A passionate conservationi...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Alan Turing was a pioneering British mathematician, logician, and cryptanalyst who is widely considered one of the founding figures of computer science. Born on June 23, 1912, Turing played a crucial role in developing theoretical computer science, notably formulating the concept of the Turing machine, a fundamental model of computation. During World War II, he was instrumental in breaking the German Enigma code, significantly aiding th...

Uncover the secret annals of untold history in these eighteen medieval manuscripts. Each tortured scribe will bring you face to face with ancient horrors lurking in cursed castles, wild woodlands, haunted hamlets, and mysterious monasteries.Including a lineup of authors both established and emerging, HOWL Society Press presents the first-ever anthology of historical horror from the medieval period, fittingly introduced by the writer who arguably started it all: Christopher Buehlman...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Mahatma Gandhi, born Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi in 1869, was a pivotal leader in India’s struggle for independence from British rule. Renowned for his philosophy of nonviolent resistance, or satyagraha, Gandhi inspired millions through peaceful protests, civil disobedience, and a steadfast commitment to truth and justice. Educated in law in London and influenced by both Indian spiritual traditions and Western ideals, he emerged...