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Amelia stands beside a highway in the Australian desert, alone except for her dog and the occasional road train that speeds past her raised thumb. After her mother's funeral, Amelia was confronted by Zach and reminded of the relationship they had when she was a teenager. She feels complicit and remains unable to process what happened. So she ran. Her best friend, Sid, is Zach's cousin and the one person in the world she can depend upon. But, of course, the road isn't safe either. Amelia is looking for generosity or human connection in the drivers she finds lifts with, and she does receive that. But she is also let down. Hitch is a raw exploration of consent and its ambiguities, personal agency and the choices we make. It's the story of twenty-something Amelia and her dog Lucy hitchhiking from one end of the country to the other, trying to outrun grief and trauma, and moving ever closer to the things she longs to escape. Kathryn Hind, winner of the inaugural Penguin Literary Prize, writes with acuity, empathy and wisdom. She is a shining new light on the Australian literary scene.

Kathryn Hind (Author), Jaimee Taylor-Nielsen (Narrator)

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Болгарские тайны. Книга 1. От апостола Андрея до провидицы Ванги

Книга 'Болгарские тайны' Андрея Кудина — своеобразное погружение в историю Болгарии с опытным гидом-проводником. В роли последнего выступает сам автор, российский ученый, специалист в области истории религий, доктор теологии и автор многочисленных монографий и статей об экономическом и духовном развитии стран Азии и Европы. Чтобы путешествие было максимально увлекательным, писатель нашел любопытную форму рассказа об этой балканской стране через раскрытие ее многочисленных тайн, связанных не только с летописями и археологическими раскопками, но и с поиском кладов, следов внеземных цивилизаций и расследованием громких криминальных историй. Книга охватывает масштабный исторический период — со времен, когда болгарское государство еще не существовало, до наших дней. Издание рассчитано на широкую читательскую аудиторию. Аудиокнига. Научно-популярная литература © Кудин Андрей © ИДДК

Andrey Kudin (Author), Egor Serov (Narrator)

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So You Want to Move to Canada, Eh?: Stuff to Know Before You Go

Laugh as you learn about America's friendly northern neighbor with this step-by-step guide to Canadian customs, pop culture, and slang -- perfect for anyone who's considered moving to (or just visiting) maple leaf country. Written by New York Times bestselling author (and born-and-bred Canuck) Jenn McCartney, this comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about Canada, including: HistoryBewildering residency rules, demystifiedUnique laws and customsContributions to the arts and pop culture (Celine Dion, Margaret Atwood, Justin Bieber)Colorful slang, explainedCreative doodles, helpful charts, and fun graphsHilarious and honest, this guide will delight your politically disgruntled father, nudge your bleeding-heart neighbor to hit the road, and inspire you to plan for (or daydream about) your own Canadian getaway.

Jennifer Mccartney (Author), Erin Moon (Narrator)

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Viajeras de leyenda. Aventuras asombrosas de trotamundos victorianas

Tenían todo en contra: las convenciones sociales, el machismo de una era que asfixiaba lo femenino, o los peligros del propio viaje, y aún así cruzaron África, desafiaron las selvas de Asia y se convirtieron en reinas de Arabia. Fueron las viajeras victorianas, una raza de mujeres adelantadas a su tiempo. 'Los viajes le dan a uno el privilegio de hacer las cosas más impropias con total impunidad', afirmaba Isabella Bird (1831-1904), unas palabras que resumen su espíritu y el de este libro, y una de las mujeres viajeras protagonistas del libro. Isabela Bird fue la primera mujer admitida como miembro de la Real Sociedad Geográfica de Londres. Una selección de las mejores historias de grandes viajeras victorianas (del siglo XIX). Mujeres viajeras que hicieron uso de su ingenio y sobrevivieron a la soledad, a las fieras y a la enfermedad, imprimiendo un aire de realismo mágico al siglo de las grandes exploraciones con su peculiar sintaxis. Esta obra recoge una sorprendente colección de aventuras protagonizadas en el siglo diecinueve por aquellas viajeras que sabían mucho de relámpagos en las noches de tormenta y nada de los viajes relámpago. Viajes tormentosos a lomos de una mula o en deteriorado barcos de vapor, donde un repentino descuido conducía a una muerte casi segura. Mujeres que recorrieron el globo solas y muchas veces sin dinero, que vivieron sus mejores experiencias durante su ambulante vida. Sus aventuras transcurren en las arenas del desierto árabe, en las junglas de África, en las frías estepas de Rusia, en la remota India, en el Sureste Asiático o en el Lejano Oriente. ¡¡5ª EDICIÓN!! Grabado en español ibérico (España).

Pilar Tejera (Author), Aurora De La Iglesia (Narrator)

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One More Croissant for the Road

'Joyful, life-affirming, greedy. I loved it' - DIANA HENRY 'Whether you are an avid cyclist, a Francophile, a greedy gut, or simply an appreciator of impeccable writing - this book will get you hooked' - YOTAM OTTOLENGHI The nation's 'taster in chief' cycles 2,300 km across France in search of the definitive versions of classic French dishes. A green bike drunkenly weaves its way up a cratered hill in the late-morning sun, the gears grinding painfully, like a pepper mill running on empty. The rider crouched on top in a rictus of pain has slowed to a gravity-defying crawl when, from somewhere nearby, the whine of a nasal engine breaks through her ragged breathing. A battered van appears behind her, the customary cigarette dangling from its driver's-side window... as he passes, she casually reaches down for some water, smiling broadly in the manner of someone having almost too much fun. 'No sweat,' she says jauntily to his retreating exhaust pipe. 'Pas de problème, monsieur.' A land of glorious landscapes, and even more glorious food, France is a place built for cycling and for eating, too - a country large enough to give any journey an epic quality, but with a bakery on every corner. Here, you can go from beach to mountain, Atlantic to Mediterranean, polder to Pyrenees, and taste the difference every time you stop for lunch. If you make it to lunch, that is... Part travelogue, part food memoir, all love letter to France, One More Croissant for the Road follows 'the nation's taster in chief' Felicity Cloake's very own Tour de France, cycling 2,300km across France in search of culinary perfection; from Tarte Tatin to Cassoulet via Poule au Pot, and Tartiflette. Each of the 21 'stages' concludes with Felicity putting this new found knowledge to good use in a fresh and definitive recipe for each dish - the culmination of her rigorous and thorough investigative work on behalf of all of our taste buds.

Felicity Cloake (Author), Felicity Cloake (Narrator)

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Ancient Egypt

Egyptians have been known for their wonderful style of preserving the bodies of the dead and their pyramids. For about 30 centuries from 3100 BC till it was conquered by the Alexander the Great in 332 BC, Egypt was a well-known civilization. Their splendid pyramids and intricate wall designs in their palaces enchanted the archaeologists and the entire world. The history of Egypt can be known by pyramids, objects, monuments and artefacts that have been uncovered from the archaeological findings. The hieroglyphs containing many stories of the ancient past have been deciphered recently. The beauty of Egypt's majesty can be seen through these remaining's, their richness in their culture, heritage, tradition and religion was unmatchable during the ancient times. Ancient history of Egypt begins from the pre-dynastic period and ends with the conquest of Alexander the Great.

Introbooks, Introbooks Team (Author), Andrea Giordani, Introbooks (Narrator)

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From Para to Dakar

'I’ve realised that when things are really tough and there seems no hope for the future, it’s sometimes just Chapter One of a really cool story, and the ending is entirely up to you.' Joey Evans has always loved bikes, from his first second-hand Raleigh Strika at the age of six to the powerful off-road machines that became his passion later on in his life. His dream was one day to ride the most gruelling off-road race in the world, the 9000km Dakar Rally. In 2007 his dream was shattered when he broke his back in a racing accident. His spinal cord was crushed, leaving him paralysed from just below his chest. Doctors gave him a 10 per cent chance of ever walking again. Many would have given up and become resigned to life in a wheelchair, but not Joey Evans. Not only would he get back on his feet and walk, but he would also keep his Dakar dream alive. It was a long and painful road to recovery, involving years of intensive rehabilitation and training, but he had the love and support of both family and friends and an incredible amount of determination. Joey shares the many challenges he and his family faced, relating the setbacks, as well as successes, along the way to the Dakar start line. But the start line was only the first goa. His sights were set on reaching the finish line, which he did in 2017, the only South African to do so. From Para to Dakar is so much more than the story of one man reaching the Dakar finish line. It is a story of friendship and respect, compassion and kindness. It is about defying the odds to reach a dream, it is about grit, endurance and raw courage, and it is inspiring in its true heroism.

Joey Evans (Author), Joey Evans, Meredith Evans (Narrator)

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Audio Nuggets: The World's Most Exclusive Private Clubs

This audio program will take you on a tour of many of the world's most exclusive private clubs. Each of these clubs has amazing decor and state-of-the-art facilities, combined with the spirit of entrepreneurial energy, exclusivity, and the relaxed air of success. They include: CORE Club in Manhattan, Yellowstone Club in Montana, White's in London, Yacht Club de Monaco, Capital Club in Dubai, and many more! So sit back and enjoy the ride!

Alfred C. Martino, Rick Sheridan (Author), Alfred C. Martino (Narrator)

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Around the World in 80 Days: My World Record Breaking Adventure

Penguin presents the audio edition of Around the World in 80 Days, written and read by Mark Beaumont. The inspiring story of one man's record-breaking cycle around the world. On Monday 18th September 2017, Mark Beaumont pedalled through the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. 78 days, 14 hours and 40 minutes earlier he set off from the same point, beginning his attempt to circumnavigate the world in record time. Covering more than 18,000 miles and cycling through some of the harshest conditions one man and his bicycle can endure, Mark made history. He smashed two Guinness World Records and beat the previous record by an astonishing 45 days. Around the World in 80 Days is the story of Mark's amazing achievement - one which redefines the limits of human endurance. It is also an insight into the mind of an elite athlete and the physical limits of the human body, as well as a kaleidoscopic tour of the world from a very unique perspective; inspired by Jules Verne's classic adventure novel, Mark begins his journey in Paris and cycles through Europe, Russia, Mongolia and China. He then crosses Australia, rides up through New Zealand and across North America before the final 'sprint finish' thorough Portugal, Spain and France, all at over 200 miles a day. This is the story of a quite remarkable adventure, by a quite remarkable man.

Mark Beaumont (Author), Mark Beaumont (Narrator)

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Richest Cities in the World

Modern times are hard and competition seems to be in the air. Even the most underdeveloped cities seem to be moving ahead rapidly to catch up with the developed ones to earn themselves a place in the prestigious top ten richest cities in the world. Technology has developed fast and is spreading like fire. Governments are spending on their nations so they can harvest the available resources and catch up in the race of being the best. Value of currencies rise and fall, economies crumble and the ones that stand strong are the ones who take the lead. The richest cities in the world for 2017 are also the major contributors to their countries GDP.

Introbooks, Introbooks Team (Author), Andrea Giordani, Introbooks (Narrator)

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Secrets of Santorini: The perfect holiday read

She'll uncover the shocking secrets of her past in paradise . . . Sent away to convent school at the age of six, Irini McGuire has never really known her celebrated archaeologist mother, Bridget, who lives on the paradise island of Santorini. So, when Irini receives news that Bridget has been injured at a dig and is in coma she knows it is time to return to the island of her birth. Discovering her mother's notes, and driven by rumours that her mother's injury was no accident, Irini starts to reveal the dark secrets behind her family's separation. Can she unearth the truth about her parents and her past before it is too late?

Patricia Wilson (Author), Aoife Mcmahon, Caroline Lennon (Narrator)

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19 Year Old World Traveler: Real Life Journey of a 19 Year Old Who Traveled the World in 225 Days, V

What began as a wild idea turned into the adventure of a lifetime - this is the story of how I traveled around world at age 19, and who I met on the journey. Cult members and college students, chain smokers and cameramen, this story recounts a slew of traveling adventures and misadventures. It’s about holding your cool while detained in airports, extreme and convoluted economizing, and getting lost at all hours of the night. It includes everything from hitchhiking at five a.m. to trying on a $1,140 dress on a dare. Gratitude and wonder are the hallmarks of my voyage, both for the opportunity to see and experience iconic sites (Louvre, Great Wall of China, Leaning Tower of Pisa) but also for the chance to meet so many wonderful people (and some strange ones, too). It’s being overwhelmed in the Vatican and petting kangaroos on Mount Fuji, but it’s also making friends on airplanes and being so engrossed in conversation that you don’t notice an entire night slip away. This 225-day adventure was the fruit of months of planning, years of working, and a lifetime of dreaming - and no amount of preparation could have helped me anticipate all the outlandish and lovely experiences that awaited me along the way. - A trip around the world in 225 days described in about 25,000 words. - This story spans three continents, beginning/ending in Philadelphia, PA, and going through Hawaii, Japan, China, Vietnam, England, Wales, France, Italy, the Vatican, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Hungary. It includes places that were familiar to me (Hawaii, Japan) and places that were brand new and overwhelming (e.g., the Vatican). - Everywhere I went, I managed to be both awed and a little homesick - not just for my home but for the places and people I had already left behind. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Briana Grenert, Howexpert (Author), Teresa Tucker (Narrator)

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