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Brief History of Magic and the Occult, A: Humanity's Belief in Hidden Powers

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 57 min

Trace the hidden history of the occult and discover why humanity endlessly seeks supernatural power in a rational world. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute or a late-night listening session, this fascinating deep-dive reveals our enduring obsession with the unseen. From ancient rituals to forbidden sorcery, explore the shifting boundaries between legitimate religion, emerging science, and ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Trace the hidden history of the occult and discover why humanity endlessly seeks supernatural power in a rational world. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute or a late-night listening session, this fascinating deep-dive reveals our enduring obsession with the unseen. From ancient rituals to forbidden sorcery, explore the shifting boundaries between legitimate religion, emerging science, and
... Read more
The Oxford Handbook of the British Sermon 1689-1901

by Robert Ellison, John Morgan-Guy, Bob Tennant ...

Series series Oxford Handbooks
The period 1689-1901 was 'the golden age' of the sermon in Britain. It was the best selling printed work and dominated the print trade until the mid-nineteenth century. Sermons were highly influential in religious and spiritual matters, but they also played important roles in elections and politics, science and ideas, and campaigns for reform. Sermons touched the lives of ordinary people and ... Read more

$44.99 USD

The period 1689-1901 was 'the golden age' of the sermon in Britain. It was the best selling printed work and dominated the print trade until the mid-nineteenth century. Sermons were highly influential in religious and spiritual matters, but they also played important roles in elections and politics, science and ideas, and campaigns for reform. Sermons touched the lives of ordinary people and
... Read more
Software Security Engineering

A Guide for Project Managers

by Gary McGraw, Sean Barnum, Nancy Mead, Julia Allen, Robert Ellison ...

Series series SEI Series in Software Engineering
Software Security Engineering draws extensively on the systematic approach developed for the Build Security In (BSI) Web site. Sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security Software Assurance Program, the BSI site offers a host of tools, guidelines, rules, principles, and other resources to help project managers address security issues in every phase of the software development life cycle (SDLC ... Read more

$52.19 USD

Software Security Engineering draws extensively on the systematic approach developed for the Build Security In (BSI) Web site. Sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security Software Assurance Program, the BSI site offers a host of tools, guidelines, rules, principles, and other resources to help project managers address security issues in every phase of the software development life cycle (SDLC
... Read more
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Concise History of Cambodia, A: From the Glory of Angkor to a Modern Nation

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 53 min

Witness the breathtaking rise of the Angkor empire and the survival of Khmer culture in this immersive history. Whether you are navigating a long daily commute or preparing for international travel, this evocative narrative transports you directly to the heart of mainland Southeast Asia. Discover how geography, spiritual devotion, and shifting regional power dynamics forged an identity that ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Witness the breathtaking rise of the Angkor empire and the survival of Khmer culture in this immersive history. Whether you are navigating a long daily commute or preparing for international travel, this evocative narrative transports you directly to the heart of mainland Southeast Asia. Discover how geography, spiritual devotion, and shifting regional power dynamics forged an identity that
... Read more
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Communication for Beginners: A Beginner's Guide to the Science of Sharing Ideas

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

2 hours 29 min

Overcome social anxiety and stop feeling misunderstood with practical communication skills for everyday conversations. Whether you are navigating awkward small talk on your morning commute or struggling to speak up in workplace meetings, this reassuring psychology guide breaks down the science of human connection. Learn how messages truly move between people and why even smart, caring individuals ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Overcome social anxiety and stop feeling misunderstood with practical communication skills for everyday conversations. Whether you are navigating awkward small talk on your morning commute or struggling to speak up in workplace meetings, this reassuring psychology guide breaks down the science of human connection. Learn how messages truly move between people and why even smart, caring individuals
... Read more
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Clocks and Time-Keeping for Beginners: A Clear Guide to How We Measure the Passing of Time

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 46 min

Uncover the fascinating history of science that shaped human routines through the evolution of timekeeping technology. Perfect for an informative commute or a curious afternoon, this accessible guide transforms the invisible ticking of the universe into an engaging, concrete journey.From the ancient rhythms of the sun and moon to the ultra-precise atomic frequencies synchronizing our global ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Uncover the fascinating history of science that shaped human routines through the evolution of timekeeping technology. Perfect for an informative commute or a curious afternoon, this accessible guide transforms the invisible ticking of the universe into an engaging, concrete journey.From the ancient rhythms of the sun and moon to the ultra-precise atomic frequencies synchronizing our global
... Read more
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Speed of Light for Beginners, The: A Simple Introduction to the Fastest Thing in the Universe

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 46 min

Master the mind-expanding physics of relativity and the cosmos without ever touching a complex math equation. Whether you want an awe-inspiring commute listen or are satisfying your deep curiosity about the universe, this accessible journey translates baffling scientific rules into everyday intuition. Grasp exactly how the ultimate cosmic speed limit governs space, time, and reality itself ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the mind-expanding physics of relativity and the cosmos without ever touching a complex math equation. Whether you want an awe-inspiring commute listen or are satisfying your deep curiosity about the universe, this accessible journey translates baffling scientific rules into everyday intuition. Grasp exactly how the ultimate cosmic speed limit governs space, time, and reality itself
... Read more
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Brief History of Zoroastrianism, A: One of the World's Oldest Religions

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 57 min

Journey into ancient history to uncover a foundational world religion defined by the ultimate clash of good and evil. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused session of lifelong learning, this thought-provoking narrative breathes life into the rugged landscapes of early Iran. Witness the rise of a powerful prophet whose teachings on moral responsibility forever shaped human civilization.Follow ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Journey into ancient history to uncover a foundational world religion defined by the ultimate clash of good and evil. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused session of lifelong learning, this thought-provoking narrative breathes life into the rugged landscapes of early Iran. Witness the rise of a powerful prophet whose teachings on moral responsibility forever shaped human civilization.Follow
... Read more
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Anesthesia: The Miracle That Finally Made Surgery Painless

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 52 min

Step into a gripping medical history where rogue experimenters conquered human agony to make modern surgery possible. Perfect for an educational commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transports you from brutal prescientific operating theaters to the precise laboratories that unlocked human consciousness.Before the discovery of ether and chloroform, going under the knife was a waking nightmare ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Step into a gripping medical history where rogue experimenters conquered human agony to make modern surgery possible. Perfect for an educational commute, this awe-inspiring narrative transports you from brutal prescientific operating theaters to the precise laboratories that unlocked human consciousness.Before the discovery of ether and chloroform, going under the knife was a waking nightmare
... Read more
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Brief History of the End of the Universe, A: How Everything Will Finally Die

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 52 min

Journey to the ultimate end of time and explore the awe-inspiring fate of the cosmos through mind-expanding astrophysics. Perfect for a contemplative commute or late-night stargazing, this existential voyage zooms out beyond planetary concerns to reveal our reality as a brilliant, fleeting flare. You will traverse from familiar cosmic neighborhoods to wildly alien eras long after the last stars ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Journey to the ultimate end of time and explore the awe-inspiring fate of the cosmos through mind-expanding astrophysics. Perfect for a contemplative commute or late-night stargazing, this existential voyage zooms out beyond planetary concerns to reveal our reality as a brilliant, fleeting flare. You will traverse from familiar cosmic neighborhoods to wildly alien eras long after the last stars
... Read more
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Waves and Surf for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Science of Ocean Waves

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 40 min

Master the science of ocean waves and elevate your beginner surfing journey with this calm guide to coastal waters. Instead of struggling through dry technical manuals, experience the meditative life cycle of a single swell traveling from deep-sea storms to the sandy shoreline. Whether you are commuting to work or enjoying a relaxing beach vacation, this immersive narrative decodes the rhythm of ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Master the science of ocean waves and elevate your beginner surfing journey with this calm guide to coastal waters. Instead of struggling through dry technical manuals, experience the meditative life cycle of a single swell traveling from deep-sea storms to the sandy shoreline. Whether you are commuting to work or enjoying a relaxing beach vacation, this immersive narrative decodes the rhythm of
... Read more
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Geysers and Hot Springs for Beginners: A Clear Guide to the Earth's Hidden Sources of Heat

by Robert Ellison ...

Narrated by Robert Ellison ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Grasp the awe-inspiring earth science of geothermal wonders to transform your next outdoor road trip into pure discovery. Whether commuting to work or mentally preparing for an epic national park hike, this relaxing, educational listen will completely change how you view the ground beneath your feet.Journey deep into the fiery heart of our planet to understand exactly why boiling water and steam ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Grasp the awe-inspiring earth science of geothermal wonders to transform your next outdoor road trip into pure discovery. Whether commuting to work or mentally preparing for an epic national park hike, this relaxing, educational listen will completely change how you view the ground beneath your feet.Journey deep into the fiery heart of our planet to understand exactly why boiling water and steam
... Read more