Philosophers in Biography & Memoir Audiobooks

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Old Path White Clouds

Walking in the Footsteps of the Buddha

by Thich Nhat Hanh ...

Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini ...

Unabridged

16 hours 40 min

Old Path White Clouds presents the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Drawn directly from twenty-four Pali, Sanskrit, and Chinese sources, and retold by Thich Nhat Hanh in his inimitably beautiful style, this book traces the Buddha’s life slowly and gently over the course of eighty years, partly through the eyes of Svasti, the buffalo boy, and partly through the eyes of the Buddha himself. Old ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

Old Path White Clouds presents the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Drawn directly from twenty-four Pali, Sanskrit, and Chinese sources, and retold by Thich Nhat Hanh in his inimitably beautiful style, this book traces the Buddha’s life slowly and gently over the course of eighty years, partly through the eyes of Svasti, the buffalo boy, and partly through the eyes of the Buddha himself. Old
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Keep Moving

And Other Tips and Truths about Aging

by Dick Van Dyke, Todd Gold ...

Narrated by Dick Van Dyke ...

Unabridged

5 hours 20 min

In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age.Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his ninetieth birthday in December 2015. He’s an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he’s still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

In this entertaining and inspirational memoir, Hollywood legend Dick Van Dyke shares his secret to staying resilient in old age.Beloved Hollywood icon Dick Van Dyke will celebrate his ninetieth birthday in December 2015. He’s an established legend, having starred in Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and The Dick Van Dyke Show. And yet he’s still keeping himself busy, entertaining America on
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Zen And The Art Of Motorcycle Maintenance®

by Peter Flannery, Robert M. Pirsig ...

Narrated by James Purefoy, Full Cast ...

Unabridged

1 hour 40 min

An odyssey into life’s challenging questions during an unforgettable summer motorcycle tripAcclaimed as one of the most exciting books in the history of American letters, Robert M. Pirsig’s Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance became an instant bestseller upon its publication in 1974. A powerful examination of how we live, as well as a breath-taking meditation on how to live better, it tells ... Read more

$25.83 CAD

An odyssey into life’s challenging questions during an unforgettable summer motorcycle tripAcclaimed as one of the most exciting books in the history of American letters, Robert M. Pirsig’s Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance became an instant bestseller upon its publication in 1974. A powerful examination of how we live, as well as a breath-taking meditation on how to live better, it tells
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Doors of Perception, The

by Aldous Huxley ...

Narrated by Aedemon Maure ...

Unabridged

3 hours 7 min

"A genuine spiritual quest. . . . Extraordinary." — New York TimesAmong the most profound and influential explorations of mind-expanding psychedelic drugs ever written, a complete classic book—The Doors of Perception —in which Aldous Huxley, author of Brave New World, reveals the mind's remote frontiers and the unmapped areas of human consciousness.The Doors of Perception by Huxley blends Eastern ... Read more

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"A genuine spiritual quest. . . . Extraordinary." — New York TimesAmong the most profound and influential explorations of mind-expanding psychedelic drugs ever written, a complete classic book—The Doors of Perception —in which Aldous Huxley, author of Brave New World, reveals the mind's remote frontiers and the unmapped areas of human consciousness.The Doors of Perception by Huxley blends Eastern
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Marcus Aurelius

The Stoic Emperor

by Donald J. Robertson ...

Narrated by Donald J. Robertson ...

Unabridged

6 hours 34 min

Experience the world of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius and the tremendous challenges he faced and overcame with the help of Stoic philosophyThis novel biography brings Marcus Aurelius (121–180 CE) to life for a new generation of readers by exploring the emperor’s fascinating psychological journey. Donald J. Robertson examines Marcus’s relationships with key figures in his life, such as his mother, ... Read more

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Experience the world of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius and the tremendous challenges he faced and overcame with the help of Stoic philosophyThis novel biography brings Marcus Aurelius (121–180 CE) to life for a new generation of readers by exploring the emperor’s fascinating psychological journey. Donald J. Robertson examines Marcus’s relationships with key figures in his life, such as his mother,
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Kierkegaard: Audio Lectures

13 Lessons on His Life, Thought, and Writings

by Stephen Backhouse ...

Narrated by Stephen Backhouse ...

Series series Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures
Unabridged

3 hours 20 min

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Kierkegaard: Audio Lectures includes high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant material from other sources.Gain a new understanding of Kierkegaard's ... Read more

$28.99 CAD

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Kierkegaard: Audio Lectures includes high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the important points from each subject as well as relevant material from other sources.Gain a new understanding of Kierkegaard's
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Hannah Arendt

A Life in Dark Times

by Anne C. Heller ...

Narrated by Tavia Gilbert ...

Unabridged

4 hours 11 min

The acclaimed biographer presents “a perceptive life of the controversial political philosopher” and author of Eichmann in Jerusalem (Kirkus Reviews).Hannah Arendt was a polarizing cultural theorist—extolled by her peers as a visionary and berated by her critics as a poseur and a fraud. Born in Prussia to assimilated Jewish parents, she escaped from Hitler’s Germany in 1933. Arendt is now best ... Read more

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The acclaimed biographer presents “a perceptive life of the controversial political philosopher” and author of Eichmann in Jerusalem (Kirkus Reviews).Hannah Arendt was a polarizing cultural theorist—extolled by her peers as a visionary and berated by her critics as a poseur and a fraud. Born in Prussia to assimilated Jewish parents, she escaped from Hitler’s Germany in 1933. Arendt is now best
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Albert Camus’ Philosophy

by Introbooks Team ...

Narrated by Tracy Tupman ...

Unabridged

44 min

Albert Camus (Nov 7, 1913 – Jan 4, 1960) was an Algerian born French author, journalist, and philosopher. In 1957, at the age of 44, he has conferred the Nobel Prize in Literature, in history's the second-youngest recipient. Camus had been born to French parents in Algeria.He spent his adolescent days in a shabby neighborhood, and subsequently studied philosophy at Algiers University. He was in ... Read more

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Albert Camus (Nov 7, 1913 – Jan 4, 1960) was an Algerian born French author, journalist, and philosopher. In 1957, at the age of 44, he has conferred the Nobel Prize in Literature, in history's the second-youngest recipient. Camus had been born to French parents in Algeria.He spent his adolescent days in a shabby neighborhood, and subsequently studied philosophy at Algiers University. He was in
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Why We Drive

Toward a Philosophy of the Open Road

by Matthew B. Crawford ...

Narrated by Ron Butler ...

Unabridged

10 hours 23 min

A brilliant and defiant celebration of driving as a unique pathway of human freedom, by ""one of the most influential thinkers of our time"" (Sunday Times)""Why We Drive weaves philosophers, thinkers, and scientific research with shade-tree mechanics and racers to defend our right to independence, making the case that freedom of motion is essential to who we are as a species. ... We hope you'll ... Read more

$36.99 CAD

A brilliant and defiant celebration of driving as a unique pathway of human freedom, by ""one of the most influential thinkers of our time"" (Sunday Times)""Why We Drive weaves philosophers, thinkers, and scientific research with shade-tree mechanics and racers to defend our right to independence, making the case that freedom of motion is essential to who we are as a species. ... We hope you'll
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Think Least of Death

Spinoza on How to Live and How to Die

by Steven Nadler ...

Narrated by Christopher Douyard ...

Unabridged

6 hours 11 min

In 1656, after being excommunicated from Amsterdam's Portuguese-Jewish community for "abominable heresies" and "monstrous deeds," the young Baruch Spinoza abandoned his family's import business to dedicate his life to philosophy. He quickly became notorious across Europe for his views on God, the Bible, and miracles, as well as for his uncompromising defense of free thought. Yet the radicalism of ... Read more

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In 1656, after being excommunicated from Amsterdam's Portuguese-Jewish community for "abominable heresies" and "monstrous deeds," the young Baruch Spinoza abandoned his family's import business to dedicate his life to philosophy. He quickly became notorious across Europe for his views on God, the Bible, and miracles, as well as for his uncompromising defense of free thought. Yet the radicalism of
... Read more
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Constant Choice, The

An Everyday Journey From Evil Toward Good

by Peter Georgescu ...

Narrated by Peter Georgescu ...

Unabridged

9 hours 47 min

We live in a most challenging time. Many of us struggle, emotionally, ethically, and spiritually. We seem headed toward less compassion and consideration, failing to overcome that basic instinct that often leads to evil in human behavior—self-preservation at all costs. Yet within each of us a new future is stirring. We can become better people and build a better world by opting for good over evil ... Read more

$34.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

We live in a most challenging time. Many of us struggle, emotionally, ethically, and spiritually. We seem headed toward less compassion and consideration, failing to overcome that basic instinct that often leads to evil in human behavior—self-preservation at all costs. Yet within each of us a new future is stirring. We can become better people and build a better world by opting for good over evil
... Read more
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Autobiography of Charles Darwin, The

by Charles Darwin ...

Narrated by Kevin Theis ...

Unabridged

2 hours 19 min

Step into the fascinating world of one of history's most renowned scientists with "The Autobiography of Charles Darwin" by Charles Darwin, now available as an engaging audiobook. In this captivating memoir, Darwin provides a firsthand account of his remarkable life and groundbreaking discoveries that revolutionized our understanding of the natural world.Listeners will be enthralled by Darwin's ... Read more

$2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Step into the fascinating world of one of history's most renowned scientists with "The Autobiography of Charles Darwin" by Charles Darwin, now available as an engaging audiobook. In this captivating memoir, Darwin provides a firsthand account of his remarkable life and groundbreaking discoveries that revolutionized our understanding of the natural world.Listeners will be enthralled by Darwin's
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Spinoza in 90 Minutes

by Paul Strathern ...

Narrated by Simon Vance ...

Series Audiobook 0 - The Philosophers in 90 Minutes Series
Unabridged

1 hour 13 min

Spinoza’s brilliant metaphysical system was derived neither from reality nor experience. Starting from basic assumptions, with a series of geometric proofs he built a universe which was also God—one and the same thing, the classic example of pantheism. Although his system seems an oddity today, Spinoza’s conclusions are deeply in accord with modern thought, from science (the holistic ethics of ... Read more

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Spinoza’s brilliant metaphysical system was derived neither from reality nor experience. Starting from basic assumptions, with a series of geometric proofs he built a universe which was also God—one and the same thing, the classic example of pantheism. Although his system seems an oddity today, Spinoza’s conclusions are deeply in accord with modern thought, from science (the holistic ethics of
... Read more
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La túnica de Penélope

Historia de un desencuentro. Poemas

by Juliana Pérez Lalana ...

Narrated by Mariano Villarraza ...

Unabridged

55 min

En la Odisea, la vuelta a Ítaca, Ulises y Penélope viven una etapa crucial de sus vidas unidos en un destino común. Son dos naves surcando el mismo mar, viajando en paralelo sin llegar a encontrarse espiritualmente nunca. Ella en el hogar... y él intentando volver. El en su viaje hacia la realidad exterior para conquistarla y ella esperando en la intimidad del ser a que ese ímpetu se resuelva, se ... Read more

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En la Odisea, la vuelta a Ítaca, Ulises y Penélope viven una etapa crucial de sus vidas unidos en un destino común. Son dos naves surcando el mismo mar, viajando en paralelo sin llegar a encontrarse espiritualmente nunca. Ella en el hogar... y él intentando volver. El en su viaje hacia la realidad exterior para conquistarla y ella esperando en la intimidad del ser a que ese ímpetu se resuelva, se
... Read more
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Karl Marx in Algier. Leben und letzte Reise eines Revolutionärs (Ungekürzt)

by Uwe Wittstock ...

Narrated by Walter Kreye ...

Unabridged

9 hours 5 min

Am 18. Februar 1882 besteigt Karl Marx in Marseille den Dampfer "Said" und verlässt zum ersten Mal Europa. Den Tod seiner Frau Jenny drei Monate zuvor hat er nicht verwunden. Er ist krank und hofft auf Genesung in Algier. Anhand von teils unpublizierten Quellen erzählt Uwe Wittstock höchst lebendig von der letzten großen Reise des großen Denkers und blickt mit ihm zurück auf sein außergewöhnliches ... Read more

$31.99 CAD

Am 18. Februar 1882 besteigt Karl Marx in Marseille den Dampfer "Said" und verlässt zum ersten Mal Europa. Den Tod seiner Frau Jenny drei Monate zuvor hat er nicht verwunden. Er ist krank und hofft auf Genesung in Algier. Anhand von teils unpublizierten Quellen erzählt Uwe Wittstock höchst lebendig von der letzten großen Reise des großen Denkers und blickt mit ihm zurück auf sein außergewöhnliches
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KNOW ABOUT "ARISTOTLE"

An Ancient Greek Philosopher.

by Saurabh Singh Chauhan ...

Narrated by Saurabh Singh Chauhan ...

Unabridged

1 hour 1 min

This is small part of introduction of the book: Welcome, dear reader, to the captivating journey through the life and wisdom of one of history's most remarkable minds—Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher. As we step back in time, we'll uncover the profound insights and contributions that have left an indelible mark on philosophy, science, and our understanding of the world.Aristotle's tale ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This is small part of introduction of the book: Welcome, dear reader, to the captivating journey through the life and wisdom of one of history's most remarkable minds—Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher. As we step back in time, we'll uncover the profound insights and contributions that have left an indelible mark on philosophy, science, and our understanding of the world.Aristotle's tale
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The Shadow of Vesuvius

A Life of Pliny

by Daisy Dunn ...

Narrated by Mike Grady ...

Unabridged

8 hours 34 min

When Pliny the Elder perished at Stabiae during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, he left behind an enormous compendium of knowledge, his thirty-seven-volume Natural History, and a teenaged nephew who revered him as a father. Grieving his loss, Pliny the Younger inherited the Elder’s notebooks―filled with pearls of wisdom―and his legacy. At its heart, The Shadow of Vesuvius is a literary ... Read more

$27.95 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

When Pliny the Elder perished at Stabiae during the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, he left behind an enormous compendium of knowledge, his thirty-seven-volume Natural History, and a teenaged nephew who revered him as a father. Grieving his loss, Pliny the Younger inherited the Elder’s notebooks―filled with pearls of wisdom―and his legacy. At its heart, The Shadow of Vesuvius is a literary
... Read more
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Orwell

The Authorized Biography

by Michael Shelden ...

Narrated by Frederick Davidson ...

Unabridged

19 hours 1 min

In his probing and revelatory biography of one of the great prose stylists of the twentieth century, acclaimed biographer Michael Shelden breaks new ground in the evocation of George Orwell’s personal life and in our understanding of his art. Based on original interviews, previously undiscovered letters and documents, and astute literary detective work, Orwell is the major biography of one of the ... Read more

$41.95 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In his probing and revelatory biography of one of the great prose stylists of the twentieth century, acclaimed biographer Michael Shelden breaks new ground in the evocation of George Orwell’s personal life and in our understanding of his art. Based on original interviews, previously undiscovered letters and documents, and astute literary detective work, Orwell is the major biography of one of the
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Des Dieux au-dessus des Dieux, L’instinct d’évolution et ses dérives

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 10 - Sciences, philosophie et réflexion
Unabridged

2 hours 35 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Et si Dieu n’était pas l’ultime sommet, mais seulement une étape ?Depuis l’aube de l’humanité, nous avons projeté nos peurs, nos espoirs et nos rêves sur des figures divines. Mais que se cache-t-il derrière ces représentations ? Des civilisations disparues, des visiteurs venus d’ailleurs, des lois cosmiques supérieures, ou bien notre propre ... Read more

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Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Et si Dieu n’était pas l’ultime sommet, mais seulement une étape ?Depuis l’aube de l’humanité, nous avons projeté nos peurs, nos espoirs et nos rêves sur des figures divines. Mais que se cache-t-il derrière ces représentations ? Des civilisations disparues, des visiteurs venus d’ailleurs, des lois cosmiques supérieures, ou bien notre propre
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Adorno

A Deep Dive into His Life and Legacy

by Conrad Riker ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Alistair G ...

Series Audiobook box set - redpilled progressive (satire)
Unabridged

4 hours 54 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Tired of Woke Professors Gaslighting You Into Hating Your Own Masculinity?Why are men blamed for every societal problem while feminism gets a free pass?How did a Marxist hypocrite who lounged in Hollywood mansions become academia’s guru for hating capitalism?Ready to crush the woke virus Adorno spawned and reclaim your right to lead?- Expose Adorno’s ... Read more

$6.86 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Tired of Woke Professors Gaslighting You Into Hating Your Own Masculinity?Why are men blamed for every societal problem while feminism gets a free pass?How did a Marxist hypocrite who lounged in Hollywood mansions become academia’s guru for hating capitalism?Ready to crush the woke virus Adorno spawned and reclaim your right to lead?- Expose Adorno’s
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Perdurabo, Revised and Expanded Edition

The Life of Aleister Crowley

by Richard Kaczynski ...

Narrated by Alan Irving ...

Unabridged

30 hours 26 min

A rigorously researched biography of the founder of modern magick, as well as a study of the occult, sexuality, Eastern religion, and moreThe name “Aleister Crowley” instantly conjures visions of diabolic ceremonies and orgiastic indulgences—and while the sardonic Crowley would perhaps be the last to challenge such a view, he was also much more than “the Beast,” as this authoritative biography ... Read more

$59.95 CAD

A rigorously researched biography of the founder of modern magick, as well as a study of the occult, sexuality, Eastern religion, and moreThe name “Aleister Crowley” instantly conjures visions of diabolic ceremonies and orgiastic indulgences—and while the sardonic Crowley would perhaps be the last to challenge such a view, he was also much more than “the Beast,” as this authoritative biography
... Read more
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Der Philosoph Jean-Paul Sartre - Leben und Werke des radikalen französischen Existenzialisten und Partners Simone de Beauvoirs

by Bert Alexander Petzold, Bert Alexander Petzold ...

Narrated by René Wagner ...

Series Audiobook 33 - Global Basics 101 - Deine Serie für modernes Wissen
Unabridged

1 hour 18 min

Was macht Jean-Paul Sartre zu einem Denker, der bis heute provoziert und befreit und warum wirkt sein Existenzialismus noch immer wie ein Weckruf an das eigene Leben? Dieses Hörbuch öffnet Ihnen den Zugang zu einem eigenwilligen Rebell, der Literatur, Philosophie und Politik so verband, dass aus Gedanken Handlung wurde und aus Freiheit Verantwortung. Der Autor und Herausgeber Bert Alexander ... Read more

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Was macht Jean-Paul Sartre zu einem Denker, der bis heute provoziert und befreit und warum wirkt sein Existenzialismus noch immer wie ein Weckruf an das eigene Leben? Dieses Hörbuch öffnet Ihnen den Zugang zu einem eigenwilligen Rebell, der Literatur, Philosophie und Politik so verband, dass aus Gedanken Handlung wurde und aus Freiheit Verantwortung. Der Autor und Herausgeber Bert Alexander
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王阳明大传:治愈精神内耗的千古心法

by 蔡万刚 ...

Narrated by 七十年代SV ...

Unabridged

6 hours 30 min

从初入仕途到成为一代宗师，从默默无闻到名扬四海，王阳明之所以能不断前行，其核心驱动力正是他对知行合一及内在良知的执着追求。本书全面回顾并分析了王阳明在哲学思想上的独特见解与实践经历，旨在为中国乃至全世界更多有志于探索真理的人士提供宝贵的精神指引。 ... Read more

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从初入仕途到成为一代宗师，从默默无闻到名扬四海，王阳明之所以能不断前行，其核心驱动力正是他对知行合一及内在良知的执着追求。本书全面回顾并分析了王阳明在哲学思想上的独特见解与实践经历，旨在为中国乃至全世界更多有志于探索真理的人士提供宝贵的精神指引。
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Monkeys in My Garden

: Reflections from a Life in Isolation

by Sharika Esther Sharma ...

Narrated by Sharika Esther Sharma ...

Unabridged

4 hours 59 min

Monkeys in My Garden: Reflections from a Life in Isolation is a daily journal written by a woman hunkered down with her two pubescent sons in a farmhouse overrun by monkeys.What must it be like for this woman separated from her husband and locked down at her parental home, having to navigate through complicated family dynamics, trying to create a positive bubble of existence for herself and her ... Read more

$4.00 CAD

Monkeys in My Garden: Reflections from a Life in Isolation is a daily journal written by a woman hunkered down with her two pubescent sons in a farmhouse overrun by monkeys.What must it be like for this woman separated from her husband and locked down at her parental home, having to navigate through complicated family dynamics, trying to create a positive bubble of existence for herself and her
... Read more

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