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Journal of a Trapper

Nine Years in the Rocky Mountains, 1834–1843

de Osborne Russell ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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6 hora 4 minutos

In 1834, Osborne Russell joined an expedition from Boston, which proceeded to the Rocky Mountains to capitalize on the lucrative salmon and fur trade. Beginning at the age of twenty, he detailed the life of a trapper in his journal and recorded his adventures through treacherous terrain, encounters with dangerous wildlife, and confrontations with the natives of the Rockies.Osbourne would remain ... Leer más

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In 1834, Osborne Russell joined an expedition from Boston, which proceeded to the Rocky Mountains to capitalize on the lucrative salmon and fur trade. Beginning at the age of twenty, he detailed the life of a trapper in his journal and recorded his adventures through treacherous terrain, encounters with dangerous wildlife, and confrontations with the natives of the Rockies.Osbourne would remain
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A Concise History of the Middle East

13th Edition

de Arthur Goldschmidt, Ibrahim Al-Marashi ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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21 hora 56 minutos

A Concise History of the Middle East provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of this region.Spanning from the pre-Islamic era to the present, it explores the evolution of Middle Eastern institutions and culture, the influence of European colonialism and Western imperialism, regional modernization efforts, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the Arab–Israel ... Leer más

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A Concise History of the Middle East provides a comprehensive introduction to the history of this region.Spanning from the pre-Islamic era to the present, it explores the evolution of Middle Eastern institutions and culture, the influence of European colonialism and Western imperialism, regional modernization efforts, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the Arab–Israel
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Technology Fears and Scapegoats

40 Myths About Privacy, Jobs, AI, and Today's Innovation Economy

de Robert D. Atkinson, David Moschella ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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10 hora 29 minutos

Technologies and tech companies are routinely accused of creating many societal problems. This book exposes these charges as mostly myths, falsehoods, and exaggerations. Technology Fears and Scapegoats debunks 40 widespread myths about Big Tech, Big Data, AI, privacy, trust, polarization, automation, and similar fears, while exposing the scapegoating behind these complaints. The result is a ... Leer más

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Technologies and tech companies are routinely accused of creating many societal problems. This book exposes these charges as mostly myths, falsehoods, and exaggerations. Technology Fears and Scapegoats debunks 40 widespread myths about Big Tech, Big Data, AI, privacy, trust, polarization, automation, and similar fears, while exposing the scapegoating behind these complaints. The result is a
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Homer's The Iliad and The Odyssey

de Homer ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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28 hora 56 minutos

"Ah how shameless – the way these mortals blame the gods. From us alone they say come all their miseries yes but they themselves with their own reckless ways compound their pains beyond their proper share.” – The OdysseyExperience the stunning Greek poetry of Homer in this collection of his two major works: The Iliad and The Odyssey. These epic poems are beloved for their presentation of Greek ... Leer más

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"Ah how shameless – the way these mortals blame the gods. From us alone they say come all their miseries yes but they themselves with their own reckless ways compound their pains beyond their proper share.” – The OdysseyExperience the stunning Greek poetry of Homer in this collection of his two major works: The Iliad and The Odyssey. These epic poems are beloved for their presentation of Greek
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Why Not Socialism?

de G. A. Cohen ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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1 horas 8 minutos

Is socialism desirable? Is it even possible? In this concise audiobook, one of the world's leading political philosophers presents with clarity and wit a compelling moral case for socialism and argues that the obstacles in its way are exaggerated.There are times, G. A. Cohen notes, when we all behave like socialists. On a camping trip, for example, campers wouldn't dream of charging each other to ... Leer más

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Is socialism desirable? Is it even possible? In this concise audiobook, one of the world's leading political philosophers presents with clarity and wit a compelling moral case for socialism and argues that the obstacles in its way are exaggerated.There are times, G. A. Cohen notes, when we all behave like socialists. On a camping trip, for example, campers wouldn't dream of charging each other to
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Biblical Doctrine

A Systematic Summary of Bible Truth

de John MacArthur, Richard Mayhue ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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53 hora 52 minutos

Systematizing the robust theology that has undergirded John MacArthur’s well-known preaching ministry for decades, this comprehensive overview of basic doctrines taught in the Bible will give Christians a solid foundation for what they believe.Long-awaited systematic theology by well-known pastor, author, and president of the Master’s SeminaryDoctrine isn’t just for theologians—it’s important for ... Leer más

$39.99 USD

Systematizing the robust theology that has undergirded John MacArthur’s well-known preaching ministry for decades, this comprehensive overview of basic doctrines taught in the Bible will give Christians a solid foundation for what they believe.Long-awaited systematic theology by well-known pastor, author, and president of the Master’s SeminaryDoctrine isn’t just for theologians—it’s important for
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Third Thoughts

de Steven Weinberg ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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6 hora 40 minutos

A wise, personal, and wide-ranging meditation on science and society by the Nobel Prize–winning author of To Explain the World.For more than four decades, one of the most captivating and celebrated science communicators of our time has challenged the public to think carefully about the foundations of nature and the inseparable entanglement of science and society. In Third Thoughts, Steven Weinberg ... Leer más

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A wise, personal, and wide-ranging meditation on science and society by the Nobel Prize–winning author of To Explain the World.For more than four decades, one of the most captivating and celebrated science communicators of our time has challenged the public to think carefully about the foundations of nature and the inseparable entanglement of science and society. In Third Thoughts, Steven Weinberg
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The Minor Prophets: An Expositional Commentary, Volume 2

Micah–Malachi

de James Montgomery Boice ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

Series series The Expositional Commentary Series
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13 hora 31 minutos

The Minor Prophets dramatize the character of God as few other books in the Bible do.According to noted expositor James Montgomery Boice, the Minor Prophets particularly highlight three aspects of God’s character: his sovereignty, his holiness, and his love. The messages of the Minor Prophets and their pertinent application for our lives should not be dismissed.This is volume two of a two-volume ... Leer más

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The Minor Prophets dramatize the character of God as few other books in the Bible do.According to noted expositor James Montgomery Boice, the Minor Prophets particularly highlight three aspects of God’s character: his sovereignty, his holiness, and his love. The messages of the Minor Prophets and their pertinent application for our lives should not be dismissed.This is volume two of a two-volume
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Maimonides

Faith in Reason

de Alberto Manguel ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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5 hora 56 minutos

An exploration of Maimonides, the medieval philosopher, physician, and religious thinker, author of The Guide of the Perplexed, from one of the world’s foremost bibliophilesMoses ben Maimon, or Maimonides (1138–1204), was born in Córdoba, Spain. The gifted son of a judge and mathematician, Maimonides fled Córdoba with his family when he was thirteen due to Almohad persecution of all non-Islamic ... Leer más

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An exploration of Maimonides, the medieval philosopher, physician, and religious thinker, author of The Guide of the Perplexed, from one of the world’s foremost bibliophilesMoses ben Maimon, or Maimonides (1138–1204), was born in Córdoba, Spain. The gifted son of a judge and mathematician, Maimonides fled Córdoba with his family when he was thirteen due to Almohad persecution of all non-Islamic
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Ancient Rome

From Romulus to Justinian

de Thomas R. Martin ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

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8 hora 52 minutos

With commanding skill, Thomas R. Martin tells the remarkable and dramatic story of how a tiny, poor, and threatened settlement grew to become, during its height, the dominant power in the Mediterranean world for five hundred years. Encompassing the period from Rome’s founding in the eighth century BC through Justinian’s rule in the sixth century AD, he offers a distinctive perspective on the ... Leer más

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With commanding skill, Thomas R. Martin tells the remarkable and dramatic story of how a tiny, poor, and threatened settlement grew to become, during its height, the dominant power in the Mediterranean world for five hundred years. Encompassing the period from Rome’s founding in the eighth century BC through Justinian’s rule in the sixth century AD, he offers a distinctive perspective on the
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Romans: An Expositional Commentary, Vol. 1

Justification by Faith (Romans 1–4)

de James Montgomery Boice ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

Series series The Expositional Commentary Series
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20 hora 14 minutos

“Christianity has been the most powerful, transforming force in human history,” says James Montgomery Boice, “and the book of Romans is the most basic, most comprehensive statement of true Christianity.”Volume One, Justification by Faith, discusses the full impact of justification by faith alone. Boice uses stories and hymns to present the thoughts of Paul in a poetic form and provides word ... Leer más

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“Christianity has been the most powerful, transforming force in human history,” says James Montgomery Boice, “and the book of Romans is the most basic, most comprehensive statement of true Christianity.”Volume One, Justification by Faith, discusses the full impact of justification by faith alone. Boice uses stories and hymns to present the thoughts of Paul in a poetic form and provides word
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Psalms: An Expositional Commentary, Vol. 1

Psalms 1–41

de James Montgomery Boice ...

Narrado por John Lescault ...

Series series The Expositional Commentary Series
Completo

15 hora

“No matter how familiar you may be with the Psalms, an incredible amount of information and insight can be gained through this commentary."—Christian RetailingWhether you’re a serious Bible student probing through Psalm nineteen or a first-time reader inspired by the promise of Psalm twenty-three, this first volume on the book of Psalms explores each of the first forty-one psalms, uncovering deep ... Leer más

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“No matter how familiar you may be with the Psalms, an incredible amount of information and insight can be gained through this commentary."—Christian RetailingWhether you’re a serious Bible student probing through Psalm nineteen or a first-time reader inspired by the promise of Psalm twenty-three, this first volume on the book of Psalms explores each of the first forty-one psalms, uncovering deep
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