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Noble Savage, Deadbeat Dad

How Rousseau Invented Modern Society While Failing at Basic Human Decency

by Sophia Blackwell ...

Narrated by Benjamin Powell ...

Series series Cogito Ergo Nope
Unabridged

1 hour 7 min

In this mercilessly funny takedown, Jean-Jacques Rousseau—history's most insufferable philosopher—gets the roasting he so richly deserves. "Noble Savage, Deadbeat Dad" exposes the spectacular hypocrisy of a man who abandoned five children at orphanages while writing the definitive guide to education, preached natural virtue while exposing himself to strangers, and railed against wealth while ... Read more

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In this mercilessly funny takedown, Jean-Jacques Rousseau—history's most insufferable philosopher—gets the roasting he so richly deserves. "Noble Savage, Deadbeat Dad" exposes the spectacular hypocrisy of a man who abandoned five children at orphanages while writing the definitive guide to education, preached natural virtue while exposing himself to strangers, and railed against wealth while
... Read more
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La philosophie enseignée à ma chouette

Abécédaire déraisonné

by Yves Cusset ...

Narrated by Isidore Amos ...

Unabridged

2 hours 10 min

A comme Amour (extrait) II n'existe que deux grands types d'amour : l'amour physique et l'amour sexuel. Pourtant un seul nom suffisait à l'origine à désigner les deux : Eros. Mais Eros est devenu exclusivement sexuel le jour où l'on a découvert que, sous le nom d'amour, la courtoisie du désir (« Permettez-moi, Madame, de vous baiser ») cachait en réalité la sauvagerie des pulsions (« Oh Madame, t ... Read more

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A comme Amour (extrait) II n'existe que deux grands types d'amour : l'amour physique et l'amour sexuel. Pourtant un seul nom suffisait à l'origine à désigner les deux : Eros. Mais Eros est devenu exclusivement sexuel le jour où l'on a découvert que, sous le nom d'amour, la courtoisie du désir (« Permettez-moi, Madame, de vous baiser ») cachait en réalité la sauvagerie des pulsions (« Oh Madame, t
... Read more
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The 5 Human Types

The Enjoyer, How to Read People Using The Science of Human Analysis

by Elsie Benedict ...

Narrated by Max Bollinger ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Ideas for Life
Unabridged

1 hour 22 min

The most essential thing in the world to any individual is to understand himself. The next is to understand the other fellow. From this book you are going to learn which of the 5 types you are and how to get the best out of it. The Alimentive type or The Enjoyer is discussed in this volume as well as all key principles of human analysis. Read in English (unabridged). ... Read more

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The most essential thing in the world to any individual is to understand himself. The next is to understand the other fellow. From this book you are going to learn which of the 5 types you are and how to get the best out of it. The Alimentive type or The Enjoyer is discussed in this volume as well as all key principles of human analysis. Read in English (unabridged).
... Read more
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Nothing Means Anything (And That's, Like, Profound)

A Guide to Postmodernism

by Sophia Blackwell ...

Narrated by Benjamin Powell ...

Series series Cogito Ergo Nope
Unabridged

1 hour 29 min

Finally, a philosophy book that doesn't take itself as seriously as the theorists it eviscerates! "Nothing Means Anything" mercilessly skewers postmodernism's most pretentious thinkers with savage wit and zero academic mercy.Journey through the impenetrable jargon, circular logic, and breathtaking hypocrisy of French intellectuals who made careers out of stating the obvious in the most confusing ... Read more

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Finally, a philosophy book that doesn't take itself as seriously as the theorists it eviscerates! "Nothing Means Anything" mercilessly skewers postmodernism's most pretentious thinkers with savage wit and zero academic mercy.Journey through the impenetrable jargon, circular logic, and breathtaking hypocrisy of French intellectuals who made careers out of stating the obvious in the most confusing
... Read more
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The Story of Philosophy, Deluxe Edition, The Lives and Opinions of the Greater Philosophers, with The Age of Faith

Includes Bonus Book The Age of Faith: The Climax of Christianity 1095-1300, From the Crusades through Dante

by Will Durant, Ph.D. ...

Narrated by David Markus, Brian Conover ...

Unabridged

49 hours 38 min

Philosophy has often seemed like the castor oil of the disciplines: healthy, but never pleasurable, and best when swallowed quickly and forgotten.Although this view is understandable, it is regrettable. It isolates intelligent readers from some of the most important thought of Western civilization, much of which underlies our understanding of reality, whether we know it or not.Will Durant’s ... Read more

$49.99 USD

Philosophy has often seemed like the castor oil of the disciplines: healthy, but never pleasurable, and best when swallowed quickly and forgotten.Although this view is understandable, it is regrettable. It isolates intelligent readers from some of the most important thought of Western civilization, much of which underlies our understanding of reality, whether we know it or not.Will Durant’s
... Read more
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The 5 Human Types

The Thriller, Why Some Have Ambition and Others Lack it

by Elsie Benedict ...

Narrated by Max Bollinger ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Ideas for Life
Unabridged

1 hour 14 min

The Thriller is described to be the most attractive, handsome and charming of all human types. A distinctive dresser, quick thinker, highly ambitious and adaptable. The stage, film industry, and the arts attract this type of people naturally. But even this seemingly perfect human is not without flaws and weaknesses. Read in English (unabridged). ... Read more

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The Thriller is described to be the most attractive, handsome and charming of all human types. A distinctive dresser, quick thinker, highly ambitious and adaptable. The stage, film industry, and the arts attract this type of people naturally. But even this seemingly perfect human is not without flaws and weaknesses. Read in English (unabridged).
... Read more
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เราคือพระเจ้าของเราเอง

by Ho Trung Le ...

Narrated by Ho Trung Le ...

Unabridged

57 min

คุณเคยใคร่ครวญบ้างไหมว่า แท้จริงแล้วมนุษย์เราไม่ใช่แค่เพียงสิ่งมีชีวิตธรรมดา แต่เป็น เทพเจ้าผู้หลงลืมพลังอำนาจอันยิ่งใหญ่ในตนเอง ไปชั่วขณะ? ในหนังสือที่สร้างแรงบันดาลใจ "เราคือพระเจ้าของเราเอง" เล่มนี้ ผู้เขียน โฮ จุง เล จะนำพาคุณเข้าสู่การเดินทางทางจิตวิญญาณอันลึกซึ้งและสนุกสนาน เพื่อสำรวจโลกที่จินตนาการและความเป็นจริงถักทอเข้าหากันในพหุจักรวาลอันกว้างใหญ่ไร้ขีดจำกัดหนังสือเล่มนี้ผสมผสานภูมิป ... Read more

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คุณเคยใคร่ครวญบ้างไหมว่า แท้จริงแล้วมนุษย์เราไม่ใช่แค่เพียงสิ่งมีชีวิตธรรมดา แต่เป็น เทพเจ้าผู้หลงลืมพลังอำนาจอันยิ่งใหญ่ในตนเอง ไปชั่วขณะ? ในหนังสือที่สร้างแรงบันดาลใจ "เราคือพระเจ้าของเราเอง" เล่มนี้ ผู้เขียน โฮ จุง เล จะนำพาคุณเข้าสู่การเดินทางทางจิตวิญญาณอันลึกซึ้งและสนุกสนาน เพื่อสำรวจโลกที่จินตนาการและความเป็นจริงถักทอเข้าหากันในพหุจักรวาลอันกว้างใหญ่ไร้ขีดจำกัดหนังสือเล่มนี้ผสมผสานภูมิป
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Estoicismo para principiantes

Herramientas para la resiliencia y el positivismo emocional (Tools for Emotional Resilience and Positivity)

by Matthew Van Natta ...

Narrated by Yvan Mantilla ...

Unabridged

3 hours 25 min

Ser estoico significa abrazar la positividad y el autocontrol a través de la capacidad para aceptar la incertidumbre de los resultados. Mediante este libro, el aprendiz de estoico aprenderá a llevar las riendas de sus emociones en el camino hacia la felicidad y la satisfacción duradera. Esta sencilla guía del estoicismo pone a tu disposición las herramientas emocionales necesarias para que ... Read more

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Ser estoico significa abrazar la positividad y el autocontrol a través de la capacidad para aceptar la incertidumbre de los resultados. Mediante este libro, el aprendiz de estoico aprenderá a llevar las riendas de sus emociones en el camino hacia la felicidad y la satisfacción duradera. Esta sencilla guía del estoicismo pone a tu disposición las herramientas emocionales necesarias para que
... Read more
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5 Human Types, Volume 7, The

Vocations For Each Type

by Elsie Benedict ...

Narrated by Max Bollinger ...

Series series Ideas for Life
Unabridged

57 min

Recognizing that every individual possesses unique abilities, the author guides readers on a journey of self-discovery, helping them identify the type of work that aligns with their natural talents and inclinations. By understanding their own individual nature and the activities they are naturally drawn to, readers can gain clarity on the specific areas where they can excel and make a meaningful ... Read more

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Recognizing that every individual possesses unique abilities, the author guides readers on a journey of self-discovery, helping them identify the type of work that aligns with their natural talents and inclinations. By understanding their own individual nature and the activities they are naturally drawn to, readers can gain clarity on the specific areas where they can excel and make a meaningful
... Read more
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5 Human Types, Volume 5, The

The Thinker, The Hungry Philosopher

by Elsie Benedict ...

Narrated by Max Bollinger ...

Series series Ideas for Life
Unabridged

51 min

"The 5 Human Types: The Thinker, The Hungry Philosopher Volume 5" by Elsie Benedict takes readers on a fascinating exploration of human personality through the lens of distinct archetypes: The Thinker and The Hungry Philosopher. In this insightful volume, Elsie Benedict delves into the intricate workings of the human mind, unravelling the characteristics, behaviours, and motivations that define ... Read more

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"The 5 Human Types: The Thinker, The Hungry Philosopher Volume 5" by Elsie Benedict takes readers on a fascinating exploration of human personality through the lens of distinct archetypes: The Thinker and The Hungry Philosopher. In this insightful volume, Elsie Benedict delves into the intricate workings of the human mind, unravelling the characteristics, behaviours, and motivations that define
... Read more
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The 5 Human Types

The Worker, No Type Superior Morally

by Elsie Benedict ...

Narrated by Max Bollinger ...

Series Audiobook 3 - Ideas for Life
Unabridged

53 min

People in whom the muscular system is proportionately larger and more highly developed than any of their other systems are Musculars. This system consists of the muscles of the organism. Without them we would be helpless masses of fat and bone; we could not blink an eye nor lift a finger. Yet we are so accustomed to them that we rarely think of them and seldom give them credit for what they do. ... Read more

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People in whom the muscular system is proportionately larger and more highly developed than any of their other systems are Musculars. This system consists of the muscles of the organism. Without them we would be helpless masses of fat and bone; we could not blink an eye nor lift a finger. Yet we are so accustomed to them that we rarely think of them and seldom give them credit for what they do.
... Read more
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A Discourse on Method, Meditations on the First Philosophy, and Principles of Philosophy

by René Descartes ...

Narrated by James Adams ...

Unabridged

8 hours 8 min

This three-part work includes A Discourse on Method, Meditations on the First Philosophy, and Principles of Philosophy.By calling everything into doubt, Descartes laid the foundations of modern philosophy. With the celebrated words “I think, therefore I am,” his compelling argument swept aside ancient and medieval traditions. He deduced that human beings consist of minds and bodies, that these are ... Read more

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This three-part work includes A Discourse on Method, Meditations on the First Philosophy, and Principles of Philosophy.By calling everything into doubt, Descartes laid the foundations of modern philosophy. With the celebrated words “I think, therefore I am,” his compelling argument swept aside ancient and medieval traditions. He deduced that human beings consist of minds and bodies, that these are
... Read more
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Rooster Diaries, The

Coop Chronicles from a Hen-Keeper's Home-Based Egg Venture

by Caroline Hurry ...

Narrated by Stephen Dalton ...

Unabridged

1 hour 49 min

Wisdom, Wisecracks, and Well-grounded AdviceSmart Alec, King of the Heap, offers fresh and hilarious perspectives on coop tribulations and human complexities. His sharp insights on life, mortality, and the natural order as he bridges chicken-keeping with suburban folklore will enlighten and amuse you.Whether you’re looking to keep hens for fresh, delicious eggs or to become more conscious about ... Read more

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Wisdom, Wisecracks, and Well-grounded AdviceSmart Alec, King of the Heap, offers fresh and hilarious perspectives on coop tribulations and human complexities. His sharp insights on life, mortality, and the natural order as he bridges chicken-keeping with suburban folklore will enlighten and amuse you.Whether you’re looking to keep hens for fresh, delicious eggs or to become more conscious about
... Read more
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The Perfect System

by Syd Kessler ...

Narrated by Craig Smith and Issac Kessler ...

Unabridged

4 hours 53 min

Finding Certainty and Fulfillment in the Science of Life. By the time he was thirty, Syd Kessler was a millionaire many times over, the epitome of the poor kid making good. But inside him, a hollowness was taking hold, and later, in middle age, he fell seriously ill. In the dark days of a long recovery, Kessler explored the Kabbalah and the discoveries of quantum physics, developing a system of ... Read more

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Finding Certainty and Fulfillment in the Science of Life. By the time he was thirty, Syd Kessler was a millionaire many times over, the epitome of the poor kid making good. But inside him, a hollowness was taking hold, and later, in middle age, he fell seriously ill. In the dark days of a long recovery, Kessler explored the Kabbalah and the discoveries of quantum physics, developing a system of
... Read more
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History of Animals, The

by Aristotle ...

Narrated by James Harrington ...

Unabridged

11 hours 56 min

Aristotle's "The History of Animals" unravels the intricate tapestry of the animal kingdom through the mind of a brilliant philosopher. Embark on an enlightening journey exploring diverse species, their behaviors, and anatomy, as Aristotle meticulously categorizes and observes the living world. This seminal work not only lays the foundation for zoological sciences but also offers rich insights ... Read more

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Aristotle's "The History of Animals" unravels the intricate tapestry of the animal kingdom through the mind of a brilliant philosopher. Embark on an enlightening journey exploring diverse species, their behaviors, and anatomy, as Aristotle meticulously categorizes and observes the living world. This seminal work not only lays the foundation for zoological sciences but also offers rich insights
... Read more
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5 Human Types, Volume 6, The

Types That Should and Should Not Marry Each Other

by Elsie Benedict ...

Narrated by Max Bollinger ...

Series series Ideas for Life
Unabridged

57 min

A profound exploration of human nature and the complexities of finding the right partner for a fulfilling and harmonious relationship. Drawing upon extensive knowledge and understanding of individual types, this book provides valuable insights into the dynamics of love relationships and the significance of compatibility. Benedict emphasizes the importance of aligning one's work and personal life ... Read more

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A profound exploration of human nature and the complexities of finding the right partner for a fulfilling and harmonious relationship. Drawing upon extensive knowledge and understanding of individual types, this book provides valuable insights into the dynamics of love relationships and the significance of compatibility. Benedict emphasizes the importance of aligning one's work and personal life
... Read more
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Symmetrical Ignorance with the Cost of Lemons For Non Academics

by Amat Bhide ...

Narrated by Deaver Brown ...

Series series Amar Bhide
Unabridged

46 min

Describes the trade offs between no regulation of information & restrictive ones; a challenging balance to establish and maintain. ... Read more

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Describes the trade offs between no regulation of information & restrictive ones; a challenging balance to establish and maintain.
... Read more
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The Consolations of Philosophy

by Alain de Botton ...

Narrated by Simon Vance ...

Unabridged

6 hours 4 min

Alain de Botton has performed a stunning feat: he has transformed arcane philosophy into something accessible and entertaining, useful and kind. Drawing on the work of six of the world’s most brilliant thinkers, de Botton has arranged a panoply of wisdom to guide us through our most common problems.From the frustration of misplacing your keys to the sadness of losing a loved one, the writings of ... Read more

$13.95 USD

Alain de Botton has performed a stunning feat: he has transformed arcane philosophy into something accessible and entertaining, useful and kind. Drawing on the work of six of the world’s most brilliant thinkers, de Botton has arranged a panoply of wisdom to guide us through our most common problems.From the frustration of misplacing your keys to the sadness of losing a loved one, the writings of
... Read more
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Practical Knowledge

by Amar Bhide ...

Narrated by Deaver Brown ...

Series series Amar Bhide
Unabridged

1 hour 58 min

An insightful discussion of the differences between practical & theoretical knowledge. ... Read more

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An insightful discussion of the differences between practical & theoretical knowledge.
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Empath: How to Thrive in Life as a Highly Sensitive - Meditation Techniques to Clear Your Energy, Shield Your Body and Overcome Fears

by Amy White, Ryan James ...

Narrated by Elizabeth Jamo ...

Unabridged

1 hour 52 min

Empaths are beautiful human beings who have heightened senses. They are highly sensitive and attuned to other people’s emotions.Empaths also have the ability to read other people’s minds, which makes them excellent at spotting lies. They are also kind and they typically put other people’s needs before their own.Being an empath is a wonderful thing because it allows you to truly connect with the ... Read more

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Empaths are beautiful human beings who have heightened senses. They are highly sensitive and attuned to other people’s emotions.Empaths also have the ability to read other people’s minds, which makes them excellent at spotting lies. They are also kind and they typically put other people’s needs before their own.Being an empath is a wonderful thing because it allows you to truly connect with the
... Read more
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The Allegory of the Cave

by Plato ...

Narrated by Gil Anders ...

Unabridged

1 hour 12 min

The Allegory of the Cave appears in Plato’s Republic and compares the effect of education and the lack of it on human nature. It is written as a dialogue between Plato's brother and Socrates, who tells of people that have been chained to the wall of a cave their whole lives. They see shadows projected on the wall from objects passing in front of a fire behind them. Socrates explains that the ... Read more

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The Allegory of the Cave appears in Plato’s Republic and compares the effect of education and the lack of it on human nature. It is written as a dialogue between Plato's brother and Socrates, who tells of people that have been chained to the wall of a cave their whole lives. They see shadows projected on the wall from objects passing in front of a fire behind them. Socrates explains that the
... Read more
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Cómo escuchar "Knowing How to Listen"

Sabiduría clásica en tiempos de dispersión

by Plutarch ...

Narrated by Fran Salas ...

Unabridged

3 hours 15 min

Corren tiempos de dispersión en los que es muy necesario escucharnos. Sentirse escuchado significa conectarcon otras personas casi íntimamente; supone crear vínculos. Ser un buen oyente, nos dice Plutarco, es un arteque todos deberíamos aprender. Saber escuchar es tan importante como saber hablar bien. El placer que sealcanza al escuchar a otra persona depende tanto de quien habla como de quien ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Corren tiempos de dispersión en los que es muy necesario escucharnos. Sentirse escuchado significa conectarcon otras personas casi íntimamente; supone crear vínculos. Ser un buen oyente, nos dice Plutarco, es un arteque todos deberíamos aprender. Saber escuchar es tan importante como saber hablar bien. El placer que sealcanza al escuchar a otra persona depende tanto de quien habla como de quien
... Read more
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The Examined Run

Why Good People Make Better Runners

by Sabrina B. Little ...

Narrated by Patricia Shade ...

Unabridged

9 hours 41 min

Can running make me a more moral person? Can striving to be a better person make me a better runner?In The Examined Run, philosopher and ultramarathon runner Sabrina B. Little asks whether running can be a laboratory for developing our character. She looks at the key ideas in virtue ethics—virtue, vice, exemplarism, moral emotions, and competition—and brings them into conversation with her ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Can running make me a more moral person? Can striving to be a better person make me a better runner?In The Examined Run, philosopher and ultramarathon runner Sabrina B. Little asks whether running can be a laboratory for developing our character. She looks at the key ideas in virtue ethics—virtue, vice, exemplarism, moral emotions, and competition—and brings them into conversation with her
... Read more
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Cosmogenesis

An Unveiling of the Expanding Universe

by Brian Thomas Swimme ...

Narrated by Brian Thomas Swimme ...

Unabridged

11 hours 52 min

From the host and cocreator of PBS's Journey of the Universe, a fresh look at how the rich collision between science and spirituality has influenced contemporary consciousnessThe understanding that the universe has been expanding since its fiery beginning 14 billion years ago and has developed into stars, galaxies, life, and human consciousness is one of the most significant in human history. It ... Read more

$25.99 USD

From the host and cocreator of PBS's Journey of the Universe, a fresh look at how the rich collision between science and spirituality has influenced contemporary consciousnessThe understanding that the universe has been expanding since its fiery beginning 14 billion years ago and has developed into stars, galaxies, life, and human consciousness is one of the most significant in human history. It
... Read more

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