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Countdown to Zero Day

Stuxnet and the Launch of the World's First Digital Weapon

par Kim Zetter ...

Lu par Joe Ochman ...

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13 heure

A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran’s nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb.“Immensely enjoyable . . . Zetter turns a complicated and technical cyber story into an engrossing whodunit.”—The Washington PostThe virus now ... En savoir plus

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A top cybersecurity journalist tells the story behind the virus that sabotaged Iran’s nuclear efforts and shows how its existence has ushered in a new age of warfare—one in which a digital attack can have the same destructive capability as a megaton bomb.“Immensely enjoyable . . . Zetter turns a complicated and technical cyber story into an engrossing whodunit.”—The Washington PostThe virus now
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The Arms of Krupp

1587–1968

par William Manchester ...

Lu par Paul Boehmer ...

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48 heure 15 min

In this narrative of extraordinary richness, depth, and authority, America’s preeminent biographer/historian explored the German national character as no other writer has done.The Arms of Krupp brings to life Europe’s wealthiest, most powerful family, a four-hundred-year German dynasty that developed the world’s most technologically advanced weapons, from cannons to submarines to anti-aircraft ... En savoir plus

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In this narrative of extraordinary richness, depth, and authority, America’s preeminent biographer/historian explored the German national character as no other writer has done.The Arms of Krupp brings to life Europe’s wealthiest, most powerful family, a four-hundred-year German dynasty that developed the world’s most technologically advanced weapons, from cannons to submarines to anti-aircraft
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Gunpowder: The Chinese Discovery That Changed Warfare Forever

par Julian Mercer ...

Lu par Julian Mercer ...

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1 heures 56 min

Discover how a Taoist alchemist's quest for immortality sparked a military history revolution that shattered empires. Perfect for an engaging morning commute, this gripping narrative tracks a mystical elixir's transformation into a devastating weapon. Experience the thrilling butterfly effect of a single scientific accident.Embark on an epic journey across Eurasia as volatile chemical mixtures ... En savoir plus

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Discover how a Taoist alchemist's quest for immortality sparked a military history revolution that shattered empires. Perfect for an engaging morning commute, this gripping narrative tracks a mystical elixir's transformation into a devastating weapon. Experience the thrilling butterfly effect of a single scientific accident.Embark on an epic journey across Eurasia as volatile chemical mixtures
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The Demon in the Freezer

A True Story

par Richard Preston ...

Lu par James Naughton ...

Version Abrégée

5 heure 48 min

**“The bard of biological weapons captures the drama of the front lines.”—Richard Danzig, former secretary of the navyThe first major bioterror event in the United States-the anthrax attacks in October 2001-was a clarion call for scientists who work with “hot” agents to find ways of protecting civilian populations against biological weapons. In The Demon in the Freezer, his first nonfiction book ... En savoir plus

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**“The bard of biological weapons captures the drama of the front lines.”—Richard Danzig, former secretary of the navyThe first major bioterror event in the United States-the anthrax attacks in October 2001-was a clarion call for scientists who work with “hot” agents to find ways of protecting civilian populations against biological weapons. In The Demon in the Freezer, his first nonfiction book
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Танковые войска вермахта. Структура, организация, тактика

par Виталий Илинич ...

Lu par Александр Слуцкий ...

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10 heure 47 min

Танковые войска вермахта считались сильнейшей составной частью сухопутной армии Третьего рейха и символом блицкрига. Но как именно они действовали? За счет чего достигали успехов? Данная книга, написанная на основе архивных документов, донесений и воспоминаний непосредственных участников событий, подробно описывает организация и тактику "Панцерваффе". ... En savoir plus

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Танковые войска вермахта считались сильнейшей составной частью сухопутной армии Третьего рейха и символом блицкрига. Но как именно они действовали? За счет чего достигали успехов? Данная книга, написанная на основе архивных документов, донесений и воспоминаний непосредственных участников событий, подробно описывает организация и тактику "Панцерваффе".
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Drone Warrior

An Elite Soldier's Inside Account of the Hunt for America's Most Dangerous Enemies

par Brett Velicovich, Christopher S. Stewart ...

Lu par Brett Velicovich, Roger Wayne ...

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8 heure 23 min

A former Delta Force black ops member takes us inside America’s covert drone war in this headline-making, never-before-told account for fans of Zero Dark Thirty and Lone Survivor, told by a Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal writer and filled with eye-opening and sure to be controversial details.For nearly a decade Brett Velicovich was at the center of America’s new warfare: using unmanned ... En savoir plus

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A former Delta Force black ops member takes us inside America’s covert drone war in this headline-making, never-before-told account for fans of Zero Dark Thirty and Lone Survivor, told by a Pulitzer Prize-winning Wall Street Journal writer and filled with eye-opening and sure to be controversial details.For nearly a decade Brett Velicovich was at the center of America’s new warfare: using unmanned
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Drones

What Everyone Needs to Know(r)

par Sarah E. Kreps, James Patton Rogers ...

Lu par Patricia Burgos ...

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7 heure 15 min

The second edition of Drones: What Everyone Needs to Know® provides a comprehensive and updated look at the rapidly evolving world of drones, otherwise known as unmanned or uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs). Covering the past, present, and future of military and civilian applications, this book explores how drones have transformed—and are transforming—industries and warfare. It delves into the ... En savoir plus

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The second edition of Drones: What Everyone Needs to Know® provides a comprehensive and updated look at the rapidly evolving world of drones, otherwise known as unmanned or uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs). Covering the past, present, and future of military and civilian applications, this book explores how drones have transformed—and are transforming—industries and warfare. It delves into the
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Atomic Bill

A Journalist's Dangerous Ambition in the Shadow of the Bomb

par Vincent Kiernan ...

Lu par Jim Frangione ...

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9 heure 55 min

William L. Laurence was fascinated with atomic science and its militarization. When the Manhattan Project drew near to perfecting the atomic bomb, he was recruited to write much of the government's press materials that were distributed on the day that Hiroshima was obliterated. That instantly crowned Laurence as one of the leading journalistic experts on the atomic bomb. As the Cold War dawned, ... En savoir plus

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William L. Laurence was fascinated with atomic science and its militarization. When the Manhattan Project drew near to perfecting the atomic bomb, he was recruited to write much of the government's press materials that were distributed on the day that Hiroshima was obliterated. That instantly crowned Laurence as one of the leading journalistic experts on the atomic bomb. As the Cold War dawned,
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Weapons of War: A History of Military Technology From Bronze Blades to Drones and Cyber Warfare

par Christopher Hale ...

Lu par Christopher Hale ...

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1 heures 51 min

Trace the tense military history of global conflict, where technological evolution constantly rewrites the rules of war. From the first crude stone clubs to silent lines of code crashing enemy networks, experience how human ingenuity remains inextricably bound to organized violence. Ideal for an educational daily commute, this thought-provoking journey anchors massive geopolitical shifts in vivid, ... En savoir plus

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Trace the tense military history of global conflict, where technological evolution constantly rewrites the rules of war. From the first crude stone clubs to silent lines of code crashing enemy networks, experience how human ingenuity remains inextricably bound to organized violence. Ideal for an educational daily commute, this thought-provoking journey anchors massive geopolitical shifts in vivid,
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13 Cent Killers

The 5th Marine Snipers in Vietnam

par John Culbertson ...

Lu par L.J. Ganser ...

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2 heure 23 min

“It’s not easy to stay alive with a $1,000 bounty on your head.”In 1967, a bullet cost thirteen cents, and no one gave Uncle Sam a bigger bang for his buck than the 5th Marine Regiment Sniper Platoon. So feared were these lethal marksmen that the Viet Cong offered huge rewards for killing them. Now noted Vietnam author John J. Culbertson, a former 5th Marine sniper himself, presents the riveting ... En savoir plus

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“It’s not easy to stay alive with a $1,000 bounty on your head.”In 1967, a bullet cost thirteen cents, and no one gave Uncle Sam a bigger bang for his buck than the 5th Marine Regiment Sniper Platoon. So feared were these lethal marksmen that the Viet Cong offered huge rewards for killing them. Now noted Vietnam author John J. Culbertson, a former 5th Marine sniper himself, presents the riveting
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Weapons: The Long, Deadly History of How Humanity Armed Itself

par Patrick Duval ...

Lu par Patrick Duval ...

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1 heures 52 min

Plunge into a gripping military history that traces our relentless arms race from sharpened stones to autonomous drones. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative reveals how technological leaps in warfare continually reshape global power dynamics.Whether you are settling in for deep-focus learning or seeking a sobering historical reflection, this evocative journey exposes ... En savoir plus

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Plunge into a gripping military history that traces our relentless arms race from sharpened stones to autonomous drones. Perfect for your daily commute, this thought-provoking narrative reveals how technological leaps in warfare continually reshape global power dynamics.Whether you are settling in for deep-focus learning or seeking a sobering historical reflection, this evocative journey exposes
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Military Technologies: From Ancient Warfare to AI Battlefields and the Future of Global Security

par Thomas Wainwright ...

Lu par Thomas Wainwright ...

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1 heures 55 min

Uncover how weapons of war reshape society, from ancient battlefields to the chilling frontier of AI global security. Whether you are powering through a morning commute or seeking a thought-provoking historical deep-dive, this immersive journey reveals how the tools of conflict dictate human progress. Every technological revolution brings unexpected shifts to everyday civilian life.Vivid case ... En savoir plus

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Uncover how weapons of war reshape society, from ancient battlefields to the chilling frontier of AI global security. Whether you are powering through a morning commute or seeking a thought-provoking historical deep-dive, this immersive journey reveals how the tools of conflict dictate human progress. Every technological revolution brings unexpected shifts to everyday civilian life.Vivid case
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Whack Job

A History of Axe Murder

par Rachel McCarthy James ...

Lu par Jennifer Pickens ...

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6 heure 38 min

A brilliant and bloody examination of the axe's foundational role in human history, from prehistoric violence, to war and executions, to newspaper headlines and popular culture.For as long as the axe has been in our hands, we have used it to kill.Much like the wheel, the boat, and the telephone, the axe is a transformative piece of technology—one that has been with us since prehistory. And just as ... En savoir plus

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A brilliant and bloody examination of the axe's foundational role in human history, from prehistoric violence, to war and executions, to newspaper headlines and popular culture.For as long as the axe has been in our hands, we have used it to kill.Much like the wheel, the boat, and the telephone, the axe is a transformative piece of technology—one that has been with us since prehistory. And just as
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Bladesmithing

A Step-by-Step Guide to Forging Your Own Knives for Beginners

par Jake Welsh ...

Lu par Jason Bevill ...

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3 heure 5 min

Uncover jealously guarded trade secrets to crafting incredible, fully-functional knives and blades with powerful bladesmithing techniquesHave you ever wanted to make a knife with your own hands, but had no idea where to begin and have no money for ridiculously expensive equipment? Are you in awe of master bladesmiths on TV shows and want to take your current bladesmithing skills to the next level ... En savoir plus

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Uncover jealously guarded trade secrets to crafting incredible, fully-functional knives and blades with powerful bladesmithing techniquesHave you ever wanted to make a knife with your own hands, but had no idea where to begin and have no money for ridiculously expensive equipment? Are you in awe of master bladesmiths on TV shows and want to take your current bladesmithing skills to the next level
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Brought to You By

How Corporations Warped the Truth, Conned the Public, and Broke Democracy

par Amy Westervelt ...

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9 heure 28 min

Bloomsbury presents Brought to You By: How Corporations Warped the Truth, Conned the Public, and Broke Democracy, written and read by Amy Westervelt.Recommended by BILL McKIBBEN on the EZRA KLEIN SHOW"A book that every citizen needs to read." —JILL ABRAMSON, author of Merchants of TruthA gripping account of the corporate propaganda that has invaded our media, our democracy, and now the very ... ... En savoir plus

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Bloomsbury presents Brought to You By: How Corporations Warped the Truth, Conned the Public, and Broke Democracy, written and read by Amy Westervelt.Recommended by BILL McKIBBEN on the EZRA KLEIN SHOW"A book that every citizen needs to read." —JILL ABRAMSON, author of Merchants of TruthA gripping account of the corporate propaganda that has invaded our media, our democracy, and now the very ...
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The Use of Medieval Weaponry

par Eric Lowe ...

Lu par Shaun Grindell ...

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9 heure

This is a book about how medieval weapons were used, according to medieval people who used them. It discusses the use of eight weapons or weapon combinations from the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, selected with an eye toward their iconic status in popular culture, as well as five different combative contexts. The aim of this book is to familiarize the listener with the use of medieval ... En savoir plus

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This is a book about how medieval weapons were used, according to medieval people who used them. It discusses the use of eight weapons or weapon combinations from the late Middle Ages and early Renaissance, selected with an eye toward their iconic status in popular culture, as well as five different combative contexts. The aim of this book is to familiarize the listener with the use of medieval
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Desert Armour

Tank Warfare in North Africa: Beda Fomm to Operation Crusader, 1940-41

par Robert Forczyk ...

Lu par Chris Monteiro ...

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13 heure 15 min

Robert Forczyk covers the development of armored warfare in North Africa from the earliest Anglo-Italian engagements in 1940 to the British victory over the German Afrikakorps in Operation Crusader in 1941.The war in the North African desert was pure mechanized warfare, and in many respects the most technologically advanced theatre of World War II. It was also the only theatre where for three ... En savoir plus

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Robert Forczyk covers the development of armored warfare in North Africa from the earliest Anglo-Italian engagements in 1940 to the British victory over the German Afrikakorps in Operation Crusader in 1941.The war in the North African desert was pure mechanized warfare, and in many respects the most technologically advanced theatre of World War II. It was also the only theatre where for three
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Armor: The Endless Arms Race Between Blade and Shield

par Patrick Holmgren ...

Lu par Patrick Holmgren ...

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1 heures 50 min

Dive into the gripping military history of human survival, where every new shield sparks a deadly arms race. Perfect for an engaging commute or deep-focus learning, this sweeping narrative tracks combat evolution from ancient stone spears to modern tanks. Experience the intense feedback loop of warfare where victory ultimately hinges on out-innovating the enemy.Feel the crushing weight of bronze ... En savoir plus

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Dive into the gripping military history of human survival, where every new shield sparks a deadly arms race. Perfect for an engaging commute or deep-focus learning, this sweeping narrative tracks combat evolution from ancient stone spears to modern tanks. Experience the intense feedback loop of warfare where victory ultimately hinges on out-innovating the enemy.Feel the crushing weight of bronze
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The Most Awful Responsibility

Truman and the Secret Struggle for Control of the Atomic Age

par Alex Wellerstein ...

Lu par Tim Campbell ...

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11 heure 39 min

""I thought I knew the story but learned much that I didn’t know. Outstanding!""— Richard Rhodes“This is historical research at its best.” — Dan CarlinPresident Truman’s choice to drop the atomic bomb is the most debated decision in the 20th Century. But what if Truman’s actual decision wasn’t what everyone thinks it was?The conventional narrative is that American leaders had a choice: Invade ... En savoir plus

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""I thought I knew the story but learned much that I didn’t know. Outstanding!""— Richard Rhodes“This is historical research at its best.” — Dan CarlinPresident Truman’s choice to drop the atomic bomb is the most debated decision in the 20th Century. But what if Truman’s actual decision wasn’t what everyone thinks it was?The conventional narrative is that American leaders had a choice: Invade
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The Gun

par C. J. Chivers ...

Lu par Michael Prichard ...

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18 heure 50 min

It is the world's most widely recognized weapon, the most profuse tool for killing ever made. More than fifty national armies carry the automatic Kalashnikov, as do an array of police, intelligence, and security agencies all over the world.In this tour de force, prizewinning New York Times reporter C. J. Chivers traces the invention of the assault rifle, following the miniaturization of rapid-fire ... En savoir plus

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It is the world's most widely recognized weapon, the most profuse tool for killing ever made. More than fifty national armies carry the automatic Kalashnikov, as do an array of police, intelligence, and security agencies all over the world.In this tour de force, prizewinning New York Times reporter C. J. Chivers traces the invention of the assault rifle, following the miniaturization of rapid-fire
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Hell Bomb, The

par William L. Laurence ...

Lu par Nathan Edwards ...

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3 heure 46 min

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and ... En savoir plus

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The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and
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Secret Weapons of World War II

par William B. Breuer ...

Lu par Fred Sanders ...

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9 heure 33 min

Here are the extraordinary tales behind the ingenious weapons and technological wizardry that determined the outcome of the war. From radar, huff-duff (high-frequency direction finding), invisible radio beams, electronic-guidance systems, homing devices, and submarine-detection equipment, Breuer deftly exposes the gargantuan efforts employed by both adversaries and the fascinating details of the ... En savoir plus

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Here are the extraordinary tales behind the ingenious weapons and technological wizardry that determined the outcome of the war. From radar, huff-duff (high-frequency direction finding), invisible radio beams, electronic-guidance systems, homing devices, and submarine-detection equipment, Breuer deftly exposes the gargantuan efforts employed by both adversaries and the fascinating details of the
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GHOSTFIELD: Stealth, Hypersonic Warfare, and the Global Race to Erase Detection

Inside the New Science of Invisibility: Metasurfaces, Artificial Intelligence Skins, and the 1,800 degree Fahrenheit Materials Rewriting Global Air Power

par Damon Zwicker ...

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1 heures 31 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.THE AGE OF THE UNSEEN HAS BEGUN.Stealth once meant dark paint and sharp edges. It meant hiding a jet long enough to strike and escape. But the future has already rewritten the rules. Detection is now guided by artificial intelligence. Sensors fuse truth faster than pilots can react. The battlefield sees through every angle — and still, the next ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.THE AGE OF THE UNSEEN HAS BEGUN.Stealth once meant dark paint and sharp edges. It meant hiding a jet long enough to strike and escape. But the future has already rewritten the rules. Detection is now guided by artificial intelligence. Sensors fuse truth faster than pilots can react. The battlefield sees through every angle — and still, the next
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Steel Masculinity

Unshackled Power and Warfare

par Conrad Riker ...

Lu par Digital Voice Alistair G ...

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4 heure 46 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Ever wondered why men are the ones leading in the battlefield and designing weapons of power?Is masculinity really the driving force behind the innovation of destructive tools?Steel Masculinity: Unshackled Power and Warfare dares to explore these questions, taking a deep dive into the world of weaponry, power, and masculinity. From the philosophies ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Ever wondered why men are the ones leading in the battlefield and designing weapons of power?Is masculinity really the driving force behind the innovation of destructive tools?Steel Masculinity: Unshackled Power and Warfare dares to explore these questions, taking a deep dive into the world of weaponry, power, and masculinity. From the philosophies
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