Free Download The Biggest Tank Battles of World War II: The History of the Most Decisive Tank Encounters between the Allies and Axis (Audiobook)
English | ISBN: 9798868699009 | 2023 | 5 hours and 11 minutes | M4B@128 kbps | 287 MB
Author: Charles River Editors
Narrator: Bill Caufield
The tank was first developed by the British and French during World War I as a means to break the deadlock on the Western Front. More so than any previous war, the balance of power lay with the defense, as machine guns, trenches, bunkers, barbed wire, and rapid-firing rifles all made frontal assaults on established positions prohibitively costly. In the closing months of the war, the tank partially evened up that balance, even as the war's commanders initially proved unsure of how to use them. While it cannot be said that the tank won the war, it contributed to its end and if the fighting had continued another year, the mass production that had started in Allied countries may have proved decisive. World War II was the culmination of a quarter century of tank development, and it would also be the first major test of tanks in mobile warfare during which they had to face other tanks.

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Free Download The Battle of Kapetron: The History and Legacy of the First Major Battle Between the Byzantine Empire and Seljuk Turks (Audiobook)
English | ISBN: 9798868616860 | 2023 | 1 hour and 20 minutes | M4B@320 kbps | 184 MB
Author: Charles River Editors
Narrator: Colin Fluxman
The Byzantine Empire existed for over a thousand years, with a history spanning from the division of the Roman Empire in 395 until the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453. It was formed from the previous Eastern Roman Empire, and during its long existence, the Byzantine inhabitants were very proud to call themselves Romans. However, many things changed during the long lifespan of the Byzantine Empire, starting with a Hellenization in the 6th century. The use of the Latin language diminished and Greek took its place, while the typical Roman culture gave way to a more Hellenistic one. The Hellenization of Byzantium was detrimental to the relationship with the Holy Roman Empire, and the Christian world from that point would be split in two. The subsequent strengthening of the Orthodox Church caused many civil wars and conflicts to arise during the centuries, which shattered and reshaped the territory time after time.

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Free Download The Art of Aging Gracefully: A Compassionate Investigation Into Growing Old With Wisdom, Purpose, and Joy (Audiobook)
English | ISBN: 9798868795862 | 2024 | 4 hours and 15 minutes | M4B@128 kbps | 236 MB
Author: Gustavo Hanford, Mona Ferrer
Narrator: Kasey Elledor
Introducing "The Art of Aging Gracefully: A Compassionate Investigation into Growing Old with Wisdom, Purpose, and Joy." This isn't just a book; it's a profound exploration, thoughtfully crafted to illuminate the path of aging as a beautiful and enriching chapter of life. In this book, you'll uncover a tapestry of insights, guidance, and inspiration: Wisdom in Every Wrinkle: Embrace the wisdom that comes with age and learn how to navigate the challenges of life with grace and resilience. Purposeful Aging: Discover the secrets to finding and nurturing your purpose in the golden years, igniting a renewed sense of meaning and fulfillment. Joyful Living: Explore the avenues to joy and happiness that are uniquely available to those who have the wisdom of years behind them. Compassionate Connection: Delve into the importance of nurturing relationships, fostering empathy, and building deep, meaningful connections with others as you age. The Art of Aging Gracefully" weaves personal stories, expert insights, and practical exercises into a tapestry of compassionate understanding. It bridges the gap between the fear of aging and the celebration of life's later stages, making aging not just a process but a profound journey.

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Free Download Bertrand Russell, Liam Johnson (Narrator), "The Analysis of Mind"
English | ISBN: 9781987128857, 1987128850 | 2024 | M4B@64 kbps | ~08:15:00 | 225 MB
"The Analysis of Mind" is a book written by the British philosopher and mathematician Bertrand Russell, first published in 1921. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the nature of the human mind and its various functions, and is considered one of Russell's most important and influential works.
In "The Analysis of Mind", Russell argues that the mind is not a single, unified entity, but rather a collection of distinct mental processes, such as perception, memory, imagination, and reasoning. He examines these processes in detail, exploring their underlying structures, functions, and relationships to one another.
Russell also discusses the relationship between mind and body, arguing against the traditional dualistic view that sees the mind and body as separate and distinct entities. He proposes a more holistic approach, in which mental and physical events are seen as part of a single, integrated system.

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Free Download Tattered Kimonos in Japan: Remaking Lives from Memories of World War II (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CRZZMMBS | 2024 | 6 hours and 15 minutes | M4B@128 kbps | 334 MB
Author: Robert Rand
Narrator: Curt Bonnem
Since John Hersey's Hiroshima, very few books have examined the meaning and impact of World War II through the eyes of Japanese men and women who survived that conflict. Tattered Kimonos in Japan does just that: It is an intimate journey into contemporary Japan from the perspective of the generation of Japanese soldiers and civilians who survived World War II, by a writer whose American father and Japanese father-in-law fought on opposite sides of the conflict. Mindful of the power of victimhood, memory, and shared suffering, he travels across Japan, including Hiroshima and Nagasaki, meeting a compelling group of men and women whose lives, even now, are defined by the trauma of war, and by lingering questions of responsibility and repentance for Japan's wartime aggression. The image of a tattered kimono from Hiroshima is the thread that drives the narrative arc of this emotional story about a writer's encounter with history, inside the Japan of his father's generation, on the other side of his father's war. This is a book about history with elements of family memoir. It offers a fresh and truly unique perspective for listeners interested in World War II, Japan, or Judaica; listeners seeking cross-cultural journeys; and listeners intrigued by Japanese culture, particularly the kimono.

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Free Download Kyle Edward Williams, Jon Vertullo (Narrator), "Taming the Octopus: The Long Battle for the Soul of the Corporation"
English | ISBN: 9781696614207, 1696614201 | 2024 | M4B@64 kbps | ~09:02:00 | 268 MB
The untold story of how efforts to hold big business accountable changed American capitalism.
Recent controversies around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing and "woke capital" evoke an old idea: the Progressive Era vision of a socially responsible corporation. By midcentury, the notion that big business should benefit society was a consensus view. But as Kyle Edward Williams's brilliant history, Taming the Octopus, shows, the tools forged by New Deal liberals to hold business leaders accountable, such as the Securities and Exchange Commission, narrowly focused on the financial interests of shareholders. This inadvertently laid the groundwork for a set of fringe views to become dominant: that market forces should rule every facet of society. Along the way, American capitalism itself was reshaped, stripping businesses to their profit-making core.
In this vivid and surprising history, we meet activists, investors, executives, and workers who fought over a simple question: Is the role of the corporation to deliver profits to shareholders, or something more? On one side were "business statesmen" who believed corporate largess could solve social problems. On the other were libertarian intellectuals such as Milton Friedman and his oft-forgotten contemporary, Henry Manne, whose theories justified the ruthless tactics of a growing class of corporate raiders. But Williams reveals that before the "activist investor" emerged as a capitalist archetype, Civil Rights groups used a similar playbook for different ends, buying shares to change a company from within.

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Free Download Talking Back: Native Women and the Making of the Early South (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CRMD5LHY | 2024 | 8 hours and 53 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 238 MB
Author: Alejandra Dubcovsky
Narrator: Raquel Beattie
A pathbreaking look at Native women of the early South who defined power and defied authority. Historian Alejandra Dubcovsky tells a story of war, slavery, loss, remembrance, and the women whose resilience and resistance transformed the colonial South. In exploring their lives she rewrites early American history, challenging the established male-centered narrative. Dubcovsky reconstructs the lives of Native women-Timucua, Apalachee, Chacato, and Guale-to show how they made claims to protect their livelihoods, bodies, and families. Through the stories of the Native cacica who demanded her authority be recognized; the elite Spanish woman who turned her dowry and household into a source of independent power; the Floridiana who slapped a leading Native man in the town square; and the Black woman who ran a successful business at the heart of a Spanish town, Dubcovsky reveals the formidable women who claimed and used their power, shaping the history of the early South.

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Free Download Stop Being Shy: A Guide on How to Talk to Anyone (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CMJXCXGZ | 2023 | 2 hours and 40 minutes | M4B@192 kbps | 221 MB
Author: Monica Lynn
Narrator: Janna Erikson
It's time to become a more confident version of yourself! Do you ever find yourself at a social gathering, wishing you had the courage needed to strike up a conversation with anyone? Maybe you used to be more confident in your socializing skills in the past, or perhaps you have never done well in these situations. Whatever the case, shyness can prevent you from building strong relationships with others in your personal and work life. But the good news is, you don't have to live your life feeling underconfident or shy any longer! Introducing Stop Being Shy, the perfect book to teach you how to talk to anyone, regardless of their status or the situation. Say goodbye to nights spent cowering in the corner on your own at social events, and say hello to feeling confident striking up a conversation with anyone, even if they're a complete stranger. Using your newfound confidence and social skills, you will quickly expand your social circle, become a more prominent and well-known member of staff, and gain many other benefits.

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Free Download Jackie Insinger (Author, Narrator), "Spark Brilliance: How the Science of Positive Psychology Will Ignite, Engage, and Transform Your Team"
English | ASIN: B0B7QZMBPR | 2022 | M4B@64 kbps | ~05:42:00 | 169 MB
This is a book about brilliance. Brilliance in all aspects of our experience as leaders: our relationships, our talent, our performance, our outlook. Brilliance in our work, which is amplified when we work together as a team.
Brilliance that begins with one spark.
As a leader, you're always looking for ways to enhance the performance of your team. But as your responsibilities grow, your time and attention become more and more limited. If you've ever wished you could simply clone yourself, this is the book for you.

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Free Download Smothered and Covered: Waffle House and the Southern Imaginary (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CHK4QV54 | 2023 | 9 hours and 13 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 260 MB
Author: Ty Matejowsky
Narrator: L.J. Ganser
Waffle House has long been touted as an icon of the American South. The restaurant's consistent foregrounding as a resonant symbol of regional character proves relevant for understanding much about the people, events, and foodways. Whether approached as a comedic punchline on the Internet, television, and other popular media or elevated as a genuine touchstone of messy American modernity, Waffle House, its employees, and everyday clientele do much to transcend one-dimensional characterizations, earning distinction in ways that regularly go unsung. Smothered and Covered: Waffle House and the Southern Imaginary is the first book to socioculturally assess the chain within the field of contemporary food studies.

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