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Roger Federer: Portrait of an Artist

A study and biography of one of tennis’ greatest players

by Christopher Jackson ...

Narrated by Simon Johns ...

Unabridged

4 hours 9 min

Chris Jackson's new thoughtful and brilliantly written study of Federer as a man, player, and aesthetic and moral figure of our times, outplays even Foster Wallace's magisterial writing on this greatest of all tennis champions.Updated for its audio release, here is the most profound, insightful and elegant book ever written about the greatest sportsman of our time. ... Read more

$18.49 USD

Chris Jackson's new thoughtful and brilliantly written study of Federer as a man, player, and aesthetic and moral figure of our times, outplays even Foster Wallace's magisterial writing on this greatest of all tennis champions.Updated for its audio release, here is the most profound, insightful and elegant book ever written about the greatest sportsman of our time.
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Godfrey of Bouillon

Duke of Lower Lotharingia, Ruler of Latin Jerusalem, c.1060-1100

by Simon John ...

Series series Rulers of the Latin East
This book offers a new appraisal of the ancestry and career of Godfrey of Bouillon (c.1060-1100), a leading participant in the First Crusade (1096-99), and the first ruler of Latin Jerusalem (1099-1100), the polity established by the crusaders after they captured the Holy City. While previous studies of Godfrey’s life have tended to focus on his career from the point at which he joined the crusade ... Read more

$64.99 USD

This book offers a new appraisal of the ancestry and career of Godfrey of Bouillon (c.1060-1100), a leading participant in the First Crusade (1096-99), and the first ruler of Latin Jerusalem (1099-1100), the polity established by the crusaders after they captured the Holy City. While previous studies of Godfrey’s life have tended to focus on his career from the point at which he joined the crusade
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Jules Verne Collection

The Definitive Audiobook Collection with the Classic Adventures of Jules Verne: Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, Around the World in Eighty Days, Journey to the Center of the Earth and The Mysterious Island

by Jules Verne ...

Narrated by john riggs, carl simon, John Ricatti, George Perkins ...

Unabridged

55 hours 37 min

Embark on an unforgettable journey with this captivating audiobook collection featuring four of Jules Verne's most beloved novels: "20000 Leagues Under the Sea," "Around the World in Eighty Days," "Journey to the Center of the Earth," and "The Mysterious Island." Known as the father of science fiction, Jules Verne's timeless tales transport listeners to extraordinary worlds filled with adventure, ... Read more

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Embark on an unforgettable journey with this captivating audiobook collection featuring four of Jules Verne's most beloved novels: "20000 Leagues Under the Sea," "Around the World in Eighty Days," "Journey to the Center of the Earth," and "The Mysterious Island." Known as the father of science fiction, Jules Verne's timeless tales transport listeners to extraordinary worlds filled with adventure,
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The Fall of Roman Britain

and Why We Speak English

by John Lambshead ...

"Fascinating. . . . Will have a very special appeal to readers [interested] in the evolution of the English language, Roman history, and medieval British history." — Midwest Book ReviewThe end of empire in Britain was both more abrupt and more complete than in any of the other European Roman provinces. When the fog clears and Britain re-enters the historical record, it is, unlike other former ... Read more

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"Fascinating. . . . Will have a very special appeal to readers [interested] in the evolution of the English language, Roman history, and medieval British history." — Midwest Book ReviewThe end of empire in Britain was both more abrupt and more complete than in any of the other European Roman provinces. When the fog clears and Britain re-enters the historical record, it is, unlike other former
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The Face of Battle

by John Keegan ...

Narrated by Simon Vance ...

Unabridged

11 hours 47 min

In this major and wholly original contribution to military history, John Keegan reverses the usual convention of writing about war in terms of generals and nations in conflict, which tends to leave the common soldier as cipher. Instead, he focuses on what a set battle is like for the man in the thick of it—his fears, his wounds and their treatment, the mechanics of being taken prisoner, the nature ... Read more

$22.95 USD

In this major and wholly original contribution to military history, John Keegan reverses the usual convention of writing about war in terms of generals and nations in conflict, which tends to leave the common soldier as cipher. Instead, he focuses on what a set battle is like for the man in the thick of it—his fears, his wounds and their treatment, the mechanics of being taken prisoner, the nature
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The Autobiography of Benvenuto Cellini

by Benvenuto Cellini ...

Narrated by Simon Vance ...

Unabridged

15 hours 32 min

A master Italian sculptor, goldsmith, and writer, Benvenuto Cellini is best remembered for his magnificent autobiography. In this work, which was begun in 1558 but not published until 1730, Cellini beautifully chronicles his own flamboyant times. He tells of his adventures in Italy and France and his relations with popes, kings, and fellow artists. From Florence and Pisa to Siena and Rome, Cellini ... Read more

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A master Italian sculptor, goldsmith, and writer, Benvenuto Cellini is best remembered for his magnificent autobiography. In this work, which was begun in 1558 but not published until 1730, Cellini beautifully chronicles his own flamboyant times. He tells of his adventures in Italy and France and his relations with popes, kings, and fellow artists. From Florence and Pisa to Siena and Rome, Cellini
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The Sciences of the Artificial, reissue of the third edition with a new introduction by John Laird

by Herbert A. Simon ...

Herbert Simon's classic work on artificial intelligence in the expanded and updated third edition from 1996, with a new introduction by John E. Laird.Herbert Simon's classic and influential The Sciences of the Artificial declares definitively that there can be a science not only of natural phenomena but also of what is artificial. Exploring the commonalities of artificial systems, including ... Read more

$29.99 USD

Herbert Simon's classic work on artificial intelligence in the expanded and updated third edition from 1996, with a new introduction by John E. Laird.Herbert Simon's classic and influential The Sciences of the Artificial declares definitively that there can be a science not only of natural phenomena but also of what is artificial. Exploring the commonalities of artificial systems, including
... Read more
What Your Cat Is Trying to Tell You

A Head-to-Tail Guide for Your Cat's Symptoms—and Their Solutions

by John M. Simon, Stephanie Pedersen ...

An indispensable guide to recognizing and understanding your cat's health issues—and how best to treat them.Your cat can't speak, but her symptoms can.The best way to ensure your cat's health is to know how to interpret her symptoms and take the proper measures to get her well again. From head to tail, from physical to behavioral problems, respected veterinarian Dr. John Simon helps you understand ... Read more

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An indispensable guide to recognizing and understanding your cat's health issues—and how best to treat them.Your cat can't speak, but her symptoms can.The best way to ensure your cat's health is to know how to interpret her symptoms and take the proper measures to get her well again. From head to tail, from physical to behavioral problems, respected veterinarian Dr. John Simon helps you understand
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The Veil of Haiti

by JOHN SIMON ...

Haiti is a land shrouded in mystery, its history marked by chains and revolutions, its spirit veiled by layers of suffering and destiny. The Veil of Haiti lifts these coverings to reveal the deeper truths hidden beneath: the karmic roots of the nation's turmoil, the corruption and decline of its religious institutions, and the forgotten wisdom of Vodou before it was distorted by fear and ... Read more

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Haiti is a land shrouded in mystery, its history marked by chains and revolutions, its spirit veiled by layers of suffering and destiny. The Veil of Haiti lifts these coverings to reveal the deeper truths hidden beneath: the karmic roots of the nation's turmoil, the corruption and decline of its religious institutions, and the forgotten wisdom of Vodou before it was distorted by fear and
... Read more
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The Complete George Smiley Radio Dramas

BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatization

by John le Carré ...

Narrated by Full Cast, Simon Russell Beale ...

Unabridged

18 hours 59 min

The complete collection of acclaimed BBC Radio dramas based on John le Carre's bestselling novels, starring Simon Russell Beale as George Smiley.With a star cast including Kenneth Cranham, Eleanor Bron, Brian Cox, Ian MacDiarmid, Anna Chancellor, Hugh Bonneville and Lindsay Duncan, these enthralling dramatisations perfectly capture the atmosphere of le Carre's taut, thrilling spy novels.Call for ... Read more

$21.84 USD

The complete collection of acclaimed BBC Radio dramas based on John le Carre's bestselling novels, starring Simon Russell Beale as George Smiley.With a star cast including Kenneth Cranham, Eleanor Bron, Brian Cox, Ian MacDiarmid, Anna Chancellor, Hugh Bonneville and Lindsay Duncan, these enthralling dramatisations perfectly capture the atmosphere of le Carre's taut, thrilling spy novels.Call for
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Understanding Laughter and Humor: A Companion and Guide, Volume 4

ULaH Companion and Guide, #4

by John Charles Simon, Jennalee Donian, PhD ...

Series Book 4 - ULaH Companion and Guide
This eBook is the fourth in a series and serves as a companion and guide to the pioneering book, Understanding Laughter and Humor: Why We Laugh, Why We Don't, and Why It Matters, published by Palgrave Macmillan. Inside, readers will learn how to use the Mutual Vulnerability Theory of Laughter to comprehend and appreciate cognitive humor—instances when memory, problem-solving, and decision-making ... Read more

$14.95 USD

This eBook is the fourth in a series and serves as a companion and guide to the pioneering book, Understanding Laughter and Humor: Why We Laugh, Why We Don't, and Why It Matters, published by Palgrave Macmillan. Inside, readers will learn how to use the Mutual Vulnerability Theory of Laughter to comprehend and appreciate cognitive humor—instances when memory, problem-solving, and decision-making
... Read more
Reports Relating to the Sanitary Condition of the City of London

Unveiling London's Public Health Crisis in the Victorian Era

by John Simon ...

In "Reports Relating to the Sanitary Condition of the City of London," John Simon meticulously examines the public health crises of 19th-century London, a time marked by rapid urbanization and industrial growth. Utilizing a combination of empirical data, vivid observations, and compelling narrative, Simon's reports reveal the dire sanitary conditions that plagued the city and illuminate the ... Read more

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In "Reports Relating to the Sanitary Condition of the City of London," John Simon meticulously examines the public health crises of 19th-century London, a time marked by rapid urbanization and industrial growth. Utilizing a combination of empirical data, vivid observations, and compelling narrative, Simon's reports reveal the dire sanitary conditions that plagued the city and illuminate the
... Read more