Non-Fiction Audiobooks

The Politically Incorrect Guide to the Supreme Court

Guaranteed to give the reader a deeper understanding of America’s most powerful judicial body, John Yoo, professor of law at UC Berkeley, and Robert Delahunty, professor of law at the University of St. Thomas detail in sprightly, slightly irreverent manner how the black robed judges who make up the U.S. Supreme Court have swung like a pendulum from saviors of the Republic to super-legislators who usurp the roll of Congress and dictate law from the bench, back to defenders of the Constitution again—or at least for the moment.

John Yoo, Robert Delahunty (Author), Jim Seybert (Narrator)

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The Prophet and Other Stories

Dennis Kleinman’s mesmerizing narration of Khalil Gibran’s great classic introduces The Prophet, The Madman and The Forerunner to a new generation. This inspiring recording is followed by a candid conversation between Dennis Kleinman and Alison Larkin in which they talk openly about how deeply affected they were, personally, by the experience of re-visiting this great work. The Prophet, first published in 1923, is the third most-sold book of its kind, after Shakespeare and the Chinese poet Laoze.

Khalil Gibran (Author), Dennis Kleinman (Narrator)

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The Plays of J. B. Priestley: A BBC Radio Collection of 13 Full-Cast Productions

13 plays and dramatisations of the works of the influential playwright, novelist and essayist J. B. Priestley - plus bonus programmes J. B. Priestley was one of Britain's most significant writers. His output was prodigious: in his lifetime, he penned 26 novels, 39 plays and hundreds of essays. He enjoyed great success on stage, notably with Dangerous Corner, Time and the Conways and An Inspector Calls, which experimented with narrative structure and unorthodox theories of time. Included here are some of his most esteemed works, adapted for radio and brought together in one statement collection. We begin with Priestley's most famous play, An Inspector Calls, which sees Inspector Goole arriving unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home. Their celebratory dinner is shattered by his startling revelations about the death of a young woman. Next is Time and The Conways, telling the story of one family in several scenes set over 19 years, and When We Are Married, in which three couples receive a rude shock during their joint silver wedding party. In I Have Been Here Before, a group of strangers who meet at a remote Yorkshire inn discover that they are all interdependent - have they met before? A happy gathering of friends discover that their relationships aren't what they seem in Dangerous Corner and, in Eden End, an elderly Yorkshire GP finds himself coming to the end of an era. The Linden Tree is set in England 1947, where rationing and austerity have fostered opportunism, escapism - and confrontation - within the Linden family. The Good Companions, J. B. Priestley's classic story of a 1929 concert party tour, is followed by The Demon King, in which a Boxing Day panto is set to be a flop - until the Demon King comes on. In Lost Empires, Richard Hemcastle leaves his dead-end job to join his Uncle Nick in the glamour of the music halls, while in Bright Day, a chance encounter prompts a disillusioned scriptwriter to rediscover his past. Extraordinary and magical things happen on one elusive day in The Thirty-First of June, and in The Grey Ones, a patient fears evil is at work in the shape of a sinister conspiracy. Will his psychiatrist be able to help? Among the array of stars in these stunning dramas are Toby Jones, Frances Barber, Harriet Walter, Alan Bennett, Brenda Blethyn, Lesley Nicol, Morvern Christie, Alun Armstrong, Roy Hudd, Tom Baker, Jack Shepherd, Geoffrey Palmer, Amaka Okafor, Martin Jarvis and Joan Plowright. Also included are two fascinating documentaries: Postscripts: J. B. Priestley, a five-part series of wartime observations originally broadcast in 1940 and read by Patrick Stewart, and Great Lives: J. B. Priestley, which sees Barry Cryer discussing his friend and fellow Yorkshireman with Martin Wainwright and Matthew Parris. First published 1929 (The Good Companions), 1932 (Dangerous Corner), 1934 (Eden End), 1937 (Time and the Conways, I Have Been Here Before), 1938 (When We Are Married), 1945 (An Inspector Calls), 1946 (Bright Day), 1947 (The Linden Tree), 1953 (The Grey Ones), 1961 (The Thirty-First of June), 1962 (The Demon King), 1965 (Lost Empires) Production credits Written by J. B. Priestley Contents List An Inspector Calls Time and The Conways When We Are Married I Have Been Here Before Dangerous Corner Eden End The Linden Tree The Good Companions The Demon King Lost Empires Bright Day The Thirty First of June The Grey Ones Postscripts: J. B. Priestley Great Lives: J. B. Priestley © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

J. B. Priestley (Author), Alan Bennett, Brenda Blethyn, Full Cast, Harriet Walters, Henry Goodman, Jack May, Lesley Nicol, Martin Jarvis, Toby Jones, Tony Britton (Narrator)

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Gays on Broadway

Writing with his customary verve and wit, author Ethan Mordden follows the steady liberation of gay themes on the American stage. The story begins in the early twentieth century, when gay characters were virtually banned from productions. The 1920s saw a flurry of plays closed on moral grounds as well as the Wales Padlock Act, which forbade representation of 'sex degeneracy'. While authorities made consistent attempts to shutter the movement, the public remained curious, and after a few decades of war making, a truce broke out when The Boys In the Band became a national smash hit. From this point on, gay theatre proved too popular to abolish. With this change, theatre was graced with a host of unforgettable characters-from thrill killers to historical figures to drag performers, as well as professional gays (such as the defiantly effeminate window dresser in Kiss of the Spider Woman), closeted gays, and those run-of-the-mill citizens who don't reside entirely within the colorful nonconformist identity (like the two male lovers in the comedy Norman, Is That You?). Spoken plays and musicals, playwrights, directors, and actors all played their part in popularizing the gay movement through art. Gays on Broadway is an essential chronological review of the long journey to bring the culture of gay men and women onto the American stage.

Ethan Mordden (Author), Daniel Henning (Narrator)

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Decolonizing the Body: Healing, Body-Centered Practices for Women of Color to Reclaim Confidence, Di

As a woman of color, you are more likely to experience oppression, discrimination, and physical or sexual violence in your lifetime. In addition, your family may have experienced generational trauma and systemic racism going back for centuries. This old and new trauma can manifest in both the mind and body. However, there are ways you can free yourself from this trauma. Written by a woman of color for women of color, Decolonizing the Body offers proven-effective somatic, body-centered practices to help you heal from systemic oppression, trust the profound wisdom of your own body, and reconnect with your true self. And by slowing down, cultivating a daily ritual, and setting strong boundaries, you can reclaim your inherent dignity and worth. With this empowering guide, you'll discover: how bodies are colonized through systems of oppression; why slowing down is essential for healing; how to listen to what your body needs; how to create a space for ritual in your daily life; how to strengthen feelings of capability; and how to cultivate community. To decolonize the body is to become whole again, and to come home again. Let this book be your guide on this crucial journey.

Kelsey Blackwell (Author), Patryce Williams (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Cómo Analizar a Las Personas Con El Lenguaje Corporal: Leer a las personas como a un lib

¡Conviértete en un maestro de la psicología humana y la manipulación subliminal con esta guía definitiva para analizar a las personas!Si quieres dominar el arte de leer a las personas a través de su lenguaje corporal... Y si quieres protegerte contra la manipulación y la psicología oscura... Entonces no busques más que “Cómo analizar a las personas con el lenguaje corporal”! Con consejos prácticos para el mundo real, aprenderás a analizar a las personas con facilidad y a comprender mejor sus verdaderas intenciones. Esto es lo que aprenderás: - Desarrolla las habilidades para analizar a las personas como un profesional y comprender cada uno de sus movimientos, pensamientos y sentimientos. - Protégete contra la manipulación y la psicología oscura reconociendo las señales y aprendiendo a responder adecuadamente. - Descubre los secretos de la comunicación persuasiva y las técnicas de control mental para influir en los demás y conseguir lo que quieres. - Desarrolla una personalidad ganadora que te ayudará a tener éxito en todos los aspectos de la vida. - Mejora tus habilidades para hablar en público y comunicarte eficazmente con cualquier persona, en cualquier lugar. ¡Y mucho más! ¿Te preocupa que aprender a analizar a las personas y protegerte contra la manipulación pueda ser poco ético? No te preocupes. Este libro te proporciona las herramientas para leer a las personas de forma eficaz y, al mismo tiempo, garantiza que utilizarás estos conocimientos para el bien. ¡Consigue tu copia y comienza este viaje en el comportamiento humano!

Leonard Farrell (Author), Leonard Farrell (Narrator)

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The Making of Doctor Who: The Original 1970s Programme Guide

Journey back in time with this nostalgic audio presentation performed by Jon Culshaw, Dan Starkey, Maureen O'Brien, Louise Jameson, Katy Manning and Geoffrey Beevers. It's the 1970s, and you're invited behind the scenes of Doctor Who. You'll go on location to witness the recording of two classic TV adventures (The Sea Devils and Robot) and spend time inside a vintage BBC television studio. You'll also learn how to write a script or make a monster, 1970s-style! Authors Terrance Dicks and Malcolm Hulke will guide you through the first ten years of Doctor Who history, detailing how it was created, the people who brought it into being, and the actors who portrayed the Doctor, his friends and their monstrous enemies. Along the way you'll hear some of the Doctor's key early adventures recounted as Time Lord records, UNIT Memos, and other in-story documentation. Brought to life by an array of familiar Doctor Who voices, this celebration of the programme's early days is a delight for fans of all ages. Cover illustration by Chris Achilleos © House of Achilleos Readings produced by Neil Gardner/Ladbroke Audio Sound design by David Darlington Executive producer for BBC Audio: Michael Stevens © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Malcolm Hulke, Terrance Dicks (Author), Dan Starkey, Geoffrey Beevers, Jon Culshaw, Katy Manning, Louise Jameson, Maureen O'brien (Narrator)

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Raising Boys Who Do Better: A Hopeful Guide for a New Generation

We need to have a conversation about boys. There has never been a more important time to consider how we are raising the men of the future. This is an invitation for parents of boys, as well as anyone who cares about the young males in their lives. Parents of daughters, aunts, uncles, grandparents, teachers, community leaders; this is a discussion that we all need to participate in. Whether we are expecting a baby boy, parenting young men, or are simply interested in effecting positive change, many of us are asking how we can raise boys who challenge the status quo and are empowered to stand up for what is right. Confronting toxic masculinity and delving into the hot-button issues affecting boys today, from education to sexism, power to consent, and mental health, Raising Boys Who Do Better looks at bringing up boys in the era of #MeToo and Black Lives Matter. This book is an absolute must-read for those who want to help nurture the boys in their lives to grow up into compassionate, kind, healthy and successful men. © 2023 DK Uju Asika © 2023 DK Audio

Uju Asika (Author), Uju Asika (Narrator)

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Critical: Why the NHS is being betrayed and how we can fight for it

The true, eye-opening account of how the NHS has been failed and what we can do to save it. ‘The NHS is an institution. But it’s also a political football, kicked back and forth between politicians for the past 75 years. It’s a burden to some and a potent vote-winner for others. It’s a construct, framed in the media. It’s a set of ideas and a logo. It’s a workplace for many and the birthplace of almost all of us. It’s become a valued part of our society, it is extraordinarily special – and it’s being destroyed.’ The NHS is at crisis point. In the 75 years since it was founded on the dream of making healthcare accessible to everyone, its principles have been chipped away at and disregarded by successive political leaders. The result: an underfunded, understaffed, exhausted workforce, a decimation of patient services and the infiltration of privatisation within our public healthcare system. We are now in danger of losing what we have come to depend upon: the NHS is collapsing and a two-tier healthcare system is emerging in its place. We can stop this, but only if we do it together. In her first book, Dr Julia Grace Patterson, founder of EveryDoctor and fierce advocate for the future of the NHS, lays bare the truth about the current state of our healthcare system and sets forth transformational ideas on how we could save it. A book built on a love of the NHS at its heart, Critical is a must-read for anyone who wants it to survive for another 75 years.

Dr Julia Grace Patterson (Author), Dr Julia Patterson (Narrator)

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Perfectly Good Food: A Totally Achievable Zero Waste Approach to Home Cooking

You're standing in front of your refrigerator, a week after your last trip to the supermarket. You've got a bunch of random veggies, some wrinkly fruit, near-expired milk, and those pricey fresh herbs you bought for that one recipe. For a split second you picture yourself throwing everything away and ordering takeout. But instead . . . you pick up this cookbook. You're saving food, shrinking that grocery bill, and learning some key skills for making the most of what you have. It's exciting to be able to create new dishes and waste less food, and most importantly-a delicious dinner is on the table! Perfectly Good Food is a book for those moments everyone has, whether you cook for one or a whole household. Chock-full of ingenious use-it-up tips, smart storage ideas, and infinitely adaptable recipes, this book will teach you: why smoothies are your secret weapon; how to freeze (almost) anything; and why using your senses in the kitchen is more important than so-called shelf-life. Written by the chef-sisters behind Boston's acclaimed Mei Mei Dumplings, this is a crucial resource for the thrifty chef, the environmentally mindful cook, and anyone looking to make the most of their ingredients.

Irene Li, Margaret Li (Author), Catherine Ho (Narrator)

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[Spanish] - Piensa como un artista

Vuelve la fresca sabiduría de Will Gompertz, autor de ¿Qué estás mirando?, con un libro de arte muy distinto a los demás. Es fácil idealizar a los artistas, pero poca gente sabe hasta qué punto pueden incluirse, en general, entre las personas más prácticas, despiertas, juerguistas y realizadas. Este libro, ingenioso e inspirador, identifica diez lecciones básicas que podemos extraer de las vidas de los más grandes artistas de la historia. Piensa como un artista es un manual desenfadado pero profundamente inspirador. Gompertz encuentra, al analizar la capacidad innata de ciertas personas para dar con ideas brillantes de manera natural, un nuevo pretexto para hablar con propiedad de la historia del arte. Reseñas: «Tanto si te apasiona el arte como si no, este libro de Gompertz te dará el empujoncito creativo que necesitas. A través de la desmitificación de grandes artistas como Van Gogh o Warhol, el autor nos lleva a reflexionar sobre cómo surge realmente la inspiración y la motivación.» Vogue «Will Gompertz ha regresado para derrumbar otro muro: el mito que rodea a los creadores.» J. Ors, La Razón «Will Gompertz es el mejor profesor que podrías tener.» The Guardian «Gompertz ha escrito un paseo dinámico y exhaustivo a través del arte moderno.» Independent «Una base no solo para los amantes del arte sino también para los que lo detestan.» Express «Una obra imprescindible para entender al arte contemporáneo.» Bellver, Diario de Mallorca

Will Gompertz (Author), íñigo álvarez De Lara (Narrator)

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Madness at the Movies: Understanding Mental Illness through Film

A unique exploration of how mental illness is portrayed in classic and contemporary films. The study of classic and contemporary films can provide a powerful avenue to understand the experience of mental illness. In Madness at the Movies, James Charney, MD, a practicing psychiatrist and long-time cinephile, examines films that delve deeply into characters’ inner worlds, and he analyzes moments that help define their particular mental illness. Based on the highly popular course that Charney taught at Yale University and the American University of Rome, Madness at the Movies introduces readers to films that may be new to them and encourages them to view these films in an entirely new way. Through films such as Psycho, Taxi Driver, Through a Glass Darkly, Night of the Hunter, A Woman Under the Influence, Ordinary People, and As Good As It Gets, Charney covers an array of disorders, including psychosis, paranoia, psychopathy, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and anxiety. He examines how these films work to convey the essence of each illness. He also looks at how each film reflects the understanding of mental illness at the time it was released as well as the culture that shaped that understanding. Charney explains how to observe the behaviors displayed by characters in the films, paying close attention to signs of mental illness. He demonstrates that learning to read a film can be as absorbing as watching one. By viewing these films through the lens of mental health, readers can hone their observational skills and learn to assess the accuracy of depictions of mental illness in popular media.

James Charney (Author), Grover Gardner (Narrator)

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