Free Download The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0D1CSCSW8 | 2024 | 14 hours and 10 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 369 MB
Author: Tom Bower
Narrator: Ciaran Saward
The explosive new book from Britain's leading investigative biographer, Tom Bower. As one of the most famous and influential couples in the world, David and Victoria Beckham have attained iconic status. The ultimate power couple have together built a multi-billion-dollar global brand. For decades, adoring fans have been captivated by the glamorous world they have created, while their unrivalled fusion of showbiz, fashion, football and celebrity has been cultivated alongside the image of a strong marriage. When the much-trailed Netflix documentary Beckham aired in 2023, viewers were offered an even more intimate insight into their private lives.

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Free Download The Horse: A Galloping History of Humanity (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CMJQVX28 | 2024 | 19 hours and 12 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 556 MB
Author: Timothy C. Winegard
Narrator: Sean Patrick Hopkins
From New York Times bestselling author, the incredible story of how the horse shaped human history. Timothy C. Winegard's The Horse is an epic history unlike any other. Its story begins more than 5,500 years ago on the windswept grasslands of the Eurasian Steppe; when one human tamed one horse, an unbreakable bond was forged and the future of humanity was instantly rewritten, placing the reins of destiny firmly in human hands. Since that pivotal day, the horse has carried the history of civilizations on its powerful back. For millennia it was the primary mode of transportation, an essential farming machine, a steadfast companion, and a formidable weapon of war. Possessing a unique combination of size, speed, strength, and stamina, the horse dominated every facet of human life and shaped the very scope of human ambition. And we still live among its galloping shadows.

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Free Download The Hivemind Swarmed: Conversations on Gamergate, the Aftermath, and the Quest for a Safer Internet (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CQ8PPP6K | 2024 | 7 hours and 50 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 226 MB
Author: David Wolinsky
Narrator: Noah DeBiase
An incisive oral history that brings together the voices of major figures in gaming, tech, media, and politics to reflect on the long shadow of Gamergate. With The Hivemind Swarmed, oral historian and documentary researcher David Wolinsky invites listeners to sit in on a series of urgent, intimate conversations between some of the most distinguished voices across entertainment and media as they reflect on the longstanding impact of Gamergate. What went wrong, and what can we learn from Gamergate to help us build a more equitable online world? The backstory: 10 years ago, a disgruntled software developer named Eron Gjoni posted online to accuse his ex-girlfriend, game developer Zoë Quinn, of sleeping with game critics in exchange for positive reviews. He offered no evidence to back up his claims.

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Free Download The History of England Volume 2: King Henry III to King Richard III (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0D5DKK2YH | 2024 | 22 hours and 26 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 642 MB
Author: David Hume
Narrator: Mark Elstob
The second volume of David Hume's classic survey of English history covers nearly 300 years (1200-1485) from the long reign of Henry III to the dramatic end of Richard III on Bosworth Field-he was the last Plantagenet, and the last king of England to die in battle. In these last centuries of the medieval period, which culminated in the 30 years of the Wars of the Roses, England was ruled by 11 monarchs of varying personalities and abilities. These included the powerful figures of Edward I (reigning 1272-1307) whose authority stabilised the monarchy after his conflicted father; and Edward III (reigning 1327-1377) who similarly asserted his authority on the land following the weak rule of his father, Edward II. After the disastrous reign of Richard II came the steady hand of Henry IV, (reigning 1399-1413), and the short but charismatic time of Henry V (reigning 1413-1422) with the highlight of Agincourt. This was followed by the 40-year reign of Henry VI (1422-1461/1470-71), a very different figure (characterised by Hume as 'a weak prince, how gentle soever and innocent'). It led the way inexorably to the Wars of the Roses.

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Free Download The History of England: An Enthralling Overview of English History (Audiobook)
English | ISBN: 9798882487415 | 2024 | 5 hours and 20 minutes | M4B@128 kbps | 296 MB
Author: Billy Wellman, Enthralling History
Narrator: Jay Herbert
Dive into the heart of England's storied past with this gripping saga that charts the evolution of a nation. Explore the vibrant tapestry of English history, chapter by chapter, with vivid detail and compelling narratives. Here is just some of what awaits you inside:Prehistory and the Bronze Age: Discover the dawn of time, where history whispers from ancient stones and burial mounds. The Celts and the Romans: Walk alongside the fierce Celts and the mighty Romans, whose legacies sculpted the landscape of Britain. Anglo-Saxons and Vikings: Stand beside the Anglo-Saxons and face the fury of Viking raiders during a time when tumultuous wars shape the realm.

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Free Download The History of Ancient Rome [TTC Audio]
English | July 08, 2013 | ASIN: B00DTO54Q4, B0015NBTEC | M4B@128 kbps | 24h 10m | 1.32 GB
Lecturer: Garrett G. Fagan
Even today, the influence of Ancient Rome is indelible, with Europe and the world owing this extraordinary empire a huge cultural debt in almost every important category of human endeavor, including art, architecture, engineering, language, literature, law, and religion. At the peak of its power, Rome's span was vast. In the regional, restless, and shifting history of continental Europe, the Roman Empire stands as a towering monument to scale and stability, unified in politics and law, stretching from the sands of Syria to the moors of Scotland. And it stood for almost 700 years.
In this series of 48 spirited lectures, you'll see how a small village of shepherds and farmers rose to tower over the civilized world of its day and left a permanent mark on history. In telling Rome's riveting story, Professor Fagan draws on a wealth of primary and secondary sources, including recent historical and archaeological scholarship, to introduce the fascinating tale of Rome's rise and decline, including the famous events and personalities that have become so familiar:

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Free Download The History and Legacy of Ancient Greece's Most Influential City-States (Audiobook)
English | ISBN: 9798882447402 | 2024 | 10 hours and 59 minutes | M4B@64 kbps | 314 MB
Author: Charles River Editors
Narrator: Victoria Woodson
Athens is chiefly remembered for two reasons: its political system, which would in time form the nucleus of all Western democratic systems of government, and the remarkable number of outstanding individuals which, during the Golden Age of Athens, lived and flourished in the enlightened city-state. The Ancient Athenians formed the backbone of the West's entire culture, from the arts to philosophy and everything in between. The most unique city-state in Ancient Greece was Sparta, which continues to fascinate contemporaneous society. It is not entirely clear why Sparta placed such a great emphasis on having a militaristic society, but the result was that military fitness was a preoccupation from birth. In the Archaic and Classical periods, Rhodes often stood as a prime exemplar of the highs and lows of its fellow Greek cities, and as the largest island of the Dodecanese, Rhodes' history is largely in line with that of the rest of those islands.

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Free Download The History and Enduring Popularity of Astrology (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CYN3LW5N | 2024 | 2 hours and 27 minutes | M4B@128 kbps | 134 MB
Author: Katherine Walker, The Great Courses
Narrator: Katherine Walker
Whether or not you believe in the predictive powers of astrology, there can be no doubt that the ideas and terminology of stargazing have found their way into our lives and lexicons. From the days of the week to medical terminology, the language of astrology permeates our culture. So when did we first turn to the stars for answers about life on Earth? And why does an ancient practice like astrology continue to captivate us, even as we understand more about the nature of the universe than our ancestors could have ever imagined? Join Katherine Walker for a six-lecture exploration of astrology in the global West, beginning with its ancient roots and following its permutations across history as it adapted to the needs and interests of its many practitioners. Along the way, you will see why astronomy and astrology were once inextricably connected and you'll consider the discoveries and influences that split them into divergent ways of thinking about the heavens. You'll also get a deeper understanding of the four major branches of astrology and the different approaches they take to answering life's many mysteries.

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Free Download The Heart of the Woods (Audiobook)
English | ASIN: B0CW3QK5J6 | 2024 | 6 hours and 59 minutes | M4B@128 kbps | 379 MB
Author: Wyl Menmuir
Narrator: Wyl Menmuir
Throughout history, trees have determined the tools we use, the boats we build, the stories we tell about the world and ourselves, the songs we sing, and some of our most important rituals. As such, our lives are intertwined with those of the trees and woodlands around us. In this journey deep into the woods, Wyl Menmuir travels the length and breadth of Britain and Ireland to meet the people who plant trees, the ecologists who study them, those who shape beautiful objects and tools from wood, and those who use them to help others. Wyl also explores how our relationship with trees is enduring, now and in the future-what we get out of spending time around trees, the ways in which our relationship with them has changed over time, and the ways in which our future is interconnected with theirs. Written in close collaboration with makers, crafters, bodgers, and woodsmen and women in order to better understand the woods they know so well, the joys and frustrations of working with a living material, and the stories of their craft and skills, The Heart of The Woods will delight anyone who enjoys walking among the trees, and anyone who, when lost, has found themselves in the woods.

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Free Download The Heart of Hospitality: Great Hotel and Restaurant Leaders Share Their Secrets
Author: Micah Solomon, Herve Humler
Narrator: Kevin T. Collins
English | 2024 | ASIN: B0D96MWHDX | MP3@64 kbps | Duration: 7h 9m | 489 MB
The Heart of Hospitality is the essential guide to creating exceptional customer service and hospitality for guests of all generations, including millennials, boomers, and more. Created by leading customer service expert and Forbes.com contributor Micah Solomon, it features top hospitality industry professionals including Herve Humler (Ritz-Carlton), Danny Meyer (Union Square Hospitality Group), Tom Colicchio (Top Chef, Craft), Isadore Sharp (Four Seasons), Patrick O'Connell (The Inn at Little Washington), and many more. The result is a hospitality management and customer service resource like no other-essential for businesses inside and outside the hospitality industry.

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