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The Great Shadow

A History of How Sickness Shapes What We Do, Think, Believe, and Buy

by Susan Wise Bauer ...

Narrated by Jennifer Pickens ...

Unabridged

11 hours 12 min

"Allows readers to practically experience firsthand how humans have adapted to and dealt with disease throughout history...necessary and timely...engaging and entertaining. Highly recommended."―Library Journal, starred"[A] splendid examination...Deeply insightful if unsettling."―KirkusAnti-science, anti-vaccine, anti-reason beliefs seem to be... ... Read more

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"Allows readers to practically experience firsthand how humans have adapted to and dealt with disease throughout history...necessary and timely...engaging and entertaining. Highly recommended."―Library Journal, starred"[A] splendid examination...Deeply insightful if unsettling."―KirkusAnti-science, anti-vaccine, anti-reason beliefs seem to be...
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Bullshit Jobs

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by David Graeber ...

Narrated by Christopher Ragland ...

Unabridged

12 hours 38 min

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Bullshit Jobs by David Graeber, read by Christopher Ragland.Be honest: if your job didn't exist, would anybody miss it? Have you ever wondered why not? Up to 40% of us secretly believe our jobs probably aren't necessary. In other words: they are bullshit jobs. This book shows why, and what we can do about it.In the early twentieth century, people ... Read more

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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Bullshit Jobs by David Graeber, read by Christopher Ragland.Be honest: if your job didn't exist, would anybody miss it? Have you ever wondered why not? Up to 40% of us secretly believe our jobs probably aren't necessary. In other words: they are bullshit jobs. This book shows why, and what we can do about it.In the early twentieth century, people
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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Future

Douglas Adams and the digital world

by Douglas Adams ...

Narrated by Douglas Adams, Mitch Benn ...

Unabridged

3 hours 11 min

Technology affects almost everything we do, and its possibilities can be both exhilarating and daunting. This collection features two radio documentaries exploring Douglas Adams’ vision of the digital future, plus Did Douglas Get it Right?, presented by Mitch Benn.Douglas Adams was a passionate technology enthusiast. His bestselling The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is full of futuristic tech, ... Read more

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Technology affects almost everything we do, and its possibilities can be both exhilarating and daunting. This collection features two radio documentaries exploring Douglas Adams’ vision of the digital future, plus Did Douglas Get it Right?, presented by Mitch Benn.Douglas Adams was a passionate technology enthusiast. His bestselling The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is full of futuristic tech,
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Reasoning With An Optimist

Testing whether the world is alive and aware of us

by Jack Bresette-Mills ...

Narrated by Jack Bresette-Mills ...

Unabridged

3 hours 25 min

This book seems short and simple, but is actually a guide to the depths of your relationship with yourself and the world. Through it, you may discover how to understand and manipulate your belief system, which will then alter (for the better) how you see yourself as part of a living, responsive world/universe. At every point, you will let your sense of health be your guide, and as you gain a sense ... Read more

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Half-Earth

Our Planet's Fight for Life

by Edward O. Wilson ...

Narrated by Jonathan Hogan ...

Unabridged

6 hours 51 min

In his most urgent book to date, Pulitzer Prize–winning author and world-renowned biologist Edward O. Wilson states that in order to stave off the mass extinction of species, including our own, we must move swiftly to preserve the biodiversity of our planet. In this "visionary blueprint for saving the planet"(Stephen Greenblatt), Half-Earth argues that the situation facing us is too large to be ... Read more

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In his most urgent book to date, Pulitzer Prize–winning author and world-renowned biologist Edward O. Wilson states that in order to stave off the mass extinction of species, including our own, we must move swiftly to preserve the biodiversity of our planet. In this "visionary blueprint for saving the planet"(Stephen Greenblatt), Half-Earth argues that the situation facing us is too large to be
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Escape From Reason

by Francis A. Schaeffer ...

Narrated by Claton Butcher ...

Unabridged

2 hours 43 min

Truth used to be based on reason. No more. What we feel is now the truest source of reality. Despite our obsession with the emotive and the experiential, we still face anxiety, despair, and purposelessness.How did we get here? And where do we find a remedy?In this modern classic, Francis A. Schaeffer traces trends in twentieth-century thought and unpacks how key ideas have shaped our society. Wide ... Read more

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Truth used to be based on reason. No more. What we feel is now the truest source of reality. Despite our obsession with the emotive and the experiential, we still face anxiety, despair, and purposelessness.How did we get here? And where do we find a remedy?In this modern classic, Francis A. Schaeffer traces trends in twentieth-century thought and unpacks how key ideas have shaped our society. Wide
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In Light-Years There's No Hurry

Cosmic Perspectives on Everyday Life

by Marjolijn van Heemstra ...

Narrated by Mounya Dahma ...

Unabridged

4 hours 23 min

**A New Scientist Best Popular Science Book of 2023How seeing Earth through the eyes of an astronaut brings new wonder and meaning to life on our planet.**One stifling summer night, the poet and journalist Marjolijn van Heemstra lay awake, unable to sleep—like so many of us feeling anxious and alienated, deeply exhausted yet restless. Amid the suffocating stream of daily obligations, the clamor of ... Read more

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**A New Scientist Best Popular Science Book of 2023How seeing Earth through the eyes of an astronaut brings new wonder and meaning to life on our planet.**One stifling summer night, the poet and journalist Marjolijn van Heemstra lay awake, unable to sleep—like so many of us feeling anxious and alienated, deeply exhausted yet restless. Amid the suffocating stream of daily obligations, the clamor of
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Wat kun je allemaal leren van Pornhub?

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by Rens van der Vorst ...

Narrated by Rens van der Vorst ...

Series Audiobook 4 - Relevante vragen over nieuwe technologie
Unabridged

27 min

Zijn slimme apparaten wel zo slim? Houdt de man van Albert Heijn mij in de gaten? Hoe noem je iemand die niets van data weet? Rens van der Vorst geeft in deel 4 van de serie Relevante vragen over nieuwe technologie antwoord op belangrijke technologische vragen. Want we leven meer dan ooit in een wereld vol digitale technologie. Videovergaderingen. Selfies. Big Data. Sociale media. Emoji. Netflix. ... Read more

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Climate Chaos

Lessons on Survival from Our Ancestors

by Brian Fagan, Nadia Durrani ...

Narrated by Alex Hyde-White ...

Unabridged

12 hours 28 min

A thirty-thousand-year history of the relationship between climate and civilization that teaches powerful lessons about how humankind can survive.Man-made climate change may have began in the last two hundred years, but humankind has witnessed many eras of climate instability. The results have not always been pretty: once-mighty civilizations felled by pestilence and glacial melt and drought.But ... Read more

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A thirty-thousand-year history of the relationship between climate and civilization that teaches powerful lessons about how humankind can survive.Man-made climate change may have began in the last two hundred years, but humankind has witnessed many eras of climate instability. The results have not always been pretty: once-mighty civilizations felled by pestilence and glacial melt and drought.But
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Patient Zero

A Curious History of the World's Worst Diseases

by Lydia Kang, MD, Nate Pedersen ...

Narrated by Hillary Huber ...

Unabridged

14 hours 17 min

From the masters of storytelling-meets-science and co-authors of Quackery, Patient Zero tells the long and fascinating history of disease outbreaks—how they start, how they spread, the science that lets us understand them, and how we race to destroy them before they destroy us.Written in the authors’ lively and accessible style, chapters include page-turning medical stories about a particular ... Read more

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From the masters of storytelling-meets-science and co-authors of Quackery, Patient Zero tells the long and fascinating history of disease outbreaks—how they start, how they spread, the science that lets us understand them, and how we race to destroy them before they destroy us.Written in the authors’ lively and accessible style, chapters include page-turning medical stories about a particular
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Proving Einstein Right

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by Cathie Pelletier, S. James Gates Jr. ...

Narrated by Beresford Bennett, S. James Gates Jr. ...

Unabridged

12 hours 29 min

A thrilling adventure story chronicling the perilous journey of the scientists who set out to prove the theory of relativity--the results of which catapulted Albert Einstein to fame and forever changed our understanding of the universe.In 1911, a relatively unknown physicist named Albert Einstein published his preliminary theory of gravity. But it hadn't been tested. To do that, he needed a ... Read more

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A thrilling adventure story chronicling the perilous journey of the scientists who set out to prove the theory of relativity--the results of which catapulted Albert Einstein to fame and forever changed our understanding of the universe.In 1911, a relatively unknown physicist named Albert Einstein published his preliminary theory of gravity. But it hadn't been tested. To do that, he needed a
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How to Break Up With Your Phone

The 30-Day Plan to Take Back Your Life

by Catherine Price ...

Narrated by Rosie Jones ...

Unabridged

4 hours 5 min

Is your phone the first thing you reach for when you wake up? And the last thing you see before you sleep? Do you find the hours slip away as you idly scroll through your social media timeline?In short, are you addicted to your phone?If so, How to Break Up with Your Phone is here to help.How to Break Up With Your Phone is a smart, practical and useful plan to help you conquer your mobile phone ... Read more

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Is your phone the first thing you reach for when you wake up? And the last thing you see before you sleep? Do you find the hours slip away as you idly scroll through your social media timeline?In short, are you addicted to your phone?If so, How to Break Up with Your Phone is here to help.How to Break Up With Your Phone is a smart, practical and useful plan to help you conquer your mobile phone
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The Strangest Idea in the World

A Shortcut to the Future

by Adam Mastroianni ...

Unabridged

8 hours

In this raucous tour of the history and psychology of innovation, one of today’s most entertaining science writers unpacks the five counterintuitive mental moves behind every breakthrough—and offers inspiration for anyone who dreams of inventing something new.Here’s the biggest mystery in human history: Why did it take us 300,000 years to invent the toilet?Come to think of it, why did discovering ... Read more

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In this raucous tour of the history and psychology of innovation, one of today’s most entertaining science writers unpacks the five counterintuitive mental moves behind every breakthrough—and offers inspiration for anyone who dreams of inventing something new.Here’s the biggest mystery in human history: Why did it take us 300,000 years to invent the toilet?Come to think of it, why did discovering
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The Ascent of Gravity

The Quest to Understand the Force that Explains Everything

by Marcus Chown ...

Narrated by Adjoa Andoh ...

Unabridged

9 hours 26 min

Gravity is the weakest force in the everyday world yet it is the strongest force in the universe. It was the first force to be recognised and described yet it is the least understood. It is a 'force' that keeps your feet on the ground yet no such force actually exists.Gravity, to steal the words of Winston Churchill, is 'a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma'. And penetrating that ... Read more

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Gravity is the weakest force in the everyday world yet it is the strongest force in the universe. It was the first force to be recognised and described yet it is the least understood. It is a 'force' that keeps your feet on the ground yet no such force actually exists.Gravity, to steal the words of Winston Churchill, is 'a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma'. And penetrating that
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Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System

Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers)

by Rumi Michael Leigh ...

Unabridged

14 min

"Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System - Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers)" is your essential guide to mastering the complex world of the human endocrine system. Whether you're a student, healthcare professional, or simply curious about human biology, this book breaks down the intricacies of the endocrine system into easily digestible questions and answers.This comprehensive ... Read more

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"Anatomy and Physiology: The Endocrine System - Things You Should Know (Questions and Answers)" is your essential guide to mastering the complex world of the human endocrine system. Whether you're a student, healthcare professional, or simply curious about human biology, this book breaks down the intricacies of the endocrine system into easily digestible questions and answers.This comprehensive
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You Don't Know What You're Missing

The science of what’s lost, and how to find it

by Kit Yates ...

Narrated by Kit Yates ...

Unabridged

9 hours 19 min

'A profound, intriguing, and important book that reveals as much about human nature as the remarkable power of the brain. Every insight comes to life through real-world examples of the potential and the pitfalls of the hidden patterns all around us. I loved it.' Susie Dent'I was amazed, reading this, how much we overlook the gaps around us... Made me look around my own life and wonder "What have I ... Read more

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'A profound, intriguing, and important book that reveals as much about human nature as the remarkable power of the brain. Every insight comes to life through real-world examples of the potential and the pitfalls of the hidden patterns all around us. I loved it.' Susie Dent'I was amazed, reading this, how much we overlook the gaps around us... Made me look around my own life and wonder "What have I
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Quantum 2.0

The Past, Present, and Future of Quantum Physics

by Paul Davies ...

Narrated by Marston York ...

Series series Pelican Books
Unabridged

7 hours 24 min

Brought to you by Penguin.In this exhilarating and sometimes mind-bending book, renowned scientist and author Paul Davies tells the gripping story of how, beginning with an iconic mathematical equation in the 1920s, a radical new theory of nature – quantum mechanics – burst upon the modern world, and how today we are on the cusp of the second great quantum technology revolution.Quantum 2.0 reveals ... Read more

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Brought to you by Penguin.In this exhilarating and sometimes mind-bending book, renowned scientist and author Paul Davies tells the gripping story of how, beginning with an iconic mathematical equation in the 1920s, a radical new theory of nature – quantum mechanics – burst upon the modern world, and how today we are on the cusp of the second great quantum technology revolution.Quantum 2.0 reveals
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Harry Potter: A History of Magic

An Audio Documentary

by Pottermore Publishing, Ben Davies ...

Narrated by Natalie Dormer ...

Unabridged

11 hours 39 min

The history of magic is as long as time and as wide as the world. In every culture, in every age, in every place and, probably, in every heart, there is magic.Harry Potter: A History of Magic reveals some of the hidden stories behind real-world magic and explores some of J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their folkloric, cultural and historical forebears.Narrator Natalie Dormer and a ... Read more

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The history of magic is as long as time and as wide as the world. In every culture, in every age, in every place and, probably, in every heart, there is magic.Harry Potter: A History of Magic reveals some of the hidden stories behind real-world magic and explores some of J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their folkloric, cultural and historical forebears.Narrator Natalie Dormer and a
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A Fortunate Universe: Life in a Finely Tuned Cosmos

by Geraint F. Lewis and Luke A. Barnes ...

Narrated by Geraint F. Lewis and Luke A. Barnes ...

Unabridged

10 hours 13 min

Over the last forty years, scientists have uncovered evidence that if the Universe had been forged with even slightly different properties, life as we know it - and life as we can imagine it - would be impossible. Join us on a journey through how we understand the Universe, from its most basic particles and forces, to planets, stars and galaxies, and back through cosmic history to the birth of the ... Read more

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Over the last forty years, scientists have uncovered evidence that if the Universe had been forged with even slightly different properties, life as we know it - and life as we can imagine it - would be impossible. Join us on a journey through how we understand the Universe, from its most basic particles and forces, to planets, stars and galaxies, and back through cosmic history to the birth of the
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Life's Edge

The Search for What It Means to Be Alive

by Carl Zimmer ...

Narrated by Joe Ochman ...

Unabridged

9 hours 15 min

**“Carl Zimmer is one of the best science writers we have today.”—Rebecca Skloot, author of The Immortal Life of Henrietta LacksWe all assume we know what life is, but the more scientists learn about the living world—from protocells to brains, from zygotes to pandemic viruses—the harder they find it is to locate life’s edge.**Carl Zimmer investigates one of the biggest questions of all: What is ... Read more

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**“Carl Zimmer is one of the best science writers we have today.”—Rebecca Skloot, author of The Immortal Life of Henrietta LacksWe all assume we know what life is, but the more scientists learn about the living world—from protocells to brains, from zygotes to pandemic viruses—the harder they find it is to locate life’s edge.**Carl Zimmer investigates one of the biggest questions of all: What is
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Causal Inference Science Explained: A Friendly Guide to Finding Real Causes in Data, Experiments, and Everyday Life

by Robert Whitmore ...

Narrated by Robert Whitmore ...

Unabridged

1 hour 54 min

Master data analytics and critical thinking by unlocking the hidden science of cause and effect without the heavy math. Whether you are navigating confusing headlines during your morning commute or trying to make smarter professional decisions, this friendly, conversational audio experience cuts through the noise.Transform your daily media consumption from frustrating guesswork into an empowering ... Read more

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Master data analytics and critical thinking by unlocking the hidden science of cause and effect without the heavy math. Whether you are navigating confusing headlines during your morning commute or trying to make smarter professional decisions, this friendly, conversational audio experience cuts through the noise.Transform your daily media consumption from frustrating guesswork into an empowering
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Category Theory for the Sciences: A Gentle, Intuitive Guide to Structures, Diagrams, and Compositional Thinking for Working Scientists

by Thomas Weaver ...

Narrated by Thomas Weaver ...

Unabridged

1 hour 58 min

Master complex scientific systems and unify fragmented data models using the practical mathematics of category theory. Whether you are commuting to the lab or settling into deep work, this educational guide transforms abstract math into a highly functional toolkit. Experience a focused, enlightening shift in how you analyze recurring patterns across physics, biology, and computer science.Break ... Read more

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Master complex scientific systems and unify fragmented data models using the practical mathematics of category theory. Whether you are commuting to the lab or settling into deep work, this educational guide transforms abstract math into a highly functional toolkit. Experience a focused, enlightening shift in how you analyze recurring patterns across physics, biology, and computer science.Break
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Complex Systems Physics: An Intuitive Guide to Emergence, Chaos, and Collective Behavior

by Jonathan Keller ...

Narrated by Jonathan Keller ...

Unabridged

1 hour 53 min

Grasp the mind-expanding physics of emergence and chaos theory to see how simple rules govern our unpredictable universe. Whether you need deep focus during your daily commute or want to fuel a lifelong learning journey, this intuitive audio experience replaces heavy mathematics with vivid, everyday mental models.Discover how awe-inspiring order arises without a central planner, from the sudden ... Read more

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Grasp the mind-expanding physics of emergence and chaos theory to see how simple rules govern our unpredictable universe. Whether you need deep focus during your daily commute or want to fuel a lifelong learning journey, this intuitive audio experience replaces heavy mathematics with vivid, everyday mental models.Discover how awe-inspiring order arises without a central planner, from the sudden
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Complex Systems Explained: A Beginner’s Guide to Chaos, Networks, and Emergent Patterns in Everyday Life

by Michael Arden ...

Narrated by Michael Arden ...

Unabridged

1 hour 56 min

Decode the hidden forces shaping our reality with this mind-expanding guide to chaos theory and systems thinking. Whether you are seeking clarity during your daily commute or deep focus in your downtime, this accessible science audio experience transforms intimidating concepts into intuitive mental pictures.Stop feeling overwhelmed by the invisible mechanics driving viral videos, sudden market ... Read more

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Decode the hidden forces shaping our reality with this mind-expanding guide to chaos theory and systems thinking. Whether you are seeking clarity during your daily commute or deep focus in your downtime, this accessible science audio experience transforms intimidating concepts into intuitive mental pictures.Stop feeling overwhelmed by the invisible mechanics driving viral videos, sudden market
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