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  Becoming a Philosopher - Spinoza...

  Jonathan Rée

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  In 'Becoming a Philosopher' Jonathan Rée describes the extraordinary lives of some of most influential thinkers of the past four hundred years and the radical and sometimes bizarre ideas that emerged from them. In so doing he challenges the notion of philosophy as a set of fixed ideas to be arranged and catalogued like botanical specimens. Rather, the philosophical life is revealed, as Kierkegaard has described, as one of relentless struggle, a never-ending 'dance in the service of thought' which might, with luck, result in a single fresh idea.This collection of ten biographical pieces, originally published as book reviews in the London Review of Books, begins with Spinoza, the excommunicated lens grinder who sought as little attention as possible for his anonymously published work; and ends with Sartre, the most public of public intellectuals whose funeral was marked by thousands on the streets of Paris. In between we find Newton working tirelessly to establish a chronology of the ancient world; Hegel gazing on Napoleon as he marches through Jena in 1806; and Wittgenstein drawing up plans for a new kind of propeller before writing his landmark Tractatus in the trenches of the First World War. Alongside them we also meet Leibniz, Hume, Lessing, Kierkegaard and Collingwood.This audiobook also features an introductory conversation between Jonathan Rée and Thomas Jones, an editor at the LRB and presenter of the LRB Podcast.Subjects covered: Spinoza, Newton, Leibniz, Hume, Lessing, Hegel, Kierkegaard, Wittgenstein, Collingwood, Sartre.These pieces have been amended in places from the original for the purposes of recording.

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  WWII - The Definitive Guide to...

  History Retold

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  Prepare to be captivated by the immersive tale of "WWII" Embark on a journey through the crucible of courage, sacrifice, and strategic brilliance that shaped the very fabric of history. 
  Within the pages of this meticulously woven narrative, you'll be privy to concealed chronicles of valiant heroes and heroines, stand amidst the crescendos of harrowing battles, and traverse the minds of master tacticians. Illustrated with rare visuals and words that weave their own enchantment, you'll gain an unparalleled understanding of this epoch-defining era where we will cover:The Blitz and the Battle of BritainD-Day and the Normandy LandingsThe HolocaustThe Pacific Theater and the Battle of MidwayThe Fall of Berlin and Victory in EuropeAnd Much More! 
  Whether you're a seasoned historian or a novice seeking to unravel the threads of history, "WWII" welcomes all who seek to understand the complexities of this monumental chapter. Secure your copy now and do not delay, for this is your invitation to own a fragment of history and embark on a compelling expedition through the annals of time. 
  Order your copy now and embark on a voyage to relive the triumphs, navigate the tragedies, and illuminate the stories of World War II.

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  Death of the Moth

  Virginia Woolf

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  'Oh yes, he seemed to say, Death is stronger than I am.'
  
  A deeply reflective and profound collection of essays meditating on the beauty, fragility and fleeting nature of life, from one of the most pioneering modernist voices in literary history: Virginia Woolf.
  
  First published in 1942 after Woolf's death, The Death of the Moth and Other Essays effortlessly blends candid personal reflection, social critique and literary analysis. Across the collection, Woolf explores everything from life, death, the creative process, politics, nature and the role of women in contemporary society, always told with her characteristic lyrical style and sharp intellect. The title essay, 'The Death of the Moth', written in the midst of Woolf's own depression, utilises the image of a moth's final moments as a powerful metaphor for the fleeting nature of life. The result is a profoundly moving and exquisitely written exploration to the meaning of life as we know it. This audiobook edition is skilfully read by Georgia Maguire.
  Virginia Woolf (1882 – 1941) was one of the most significant novelists of the twentieth century. A modernist writer and progressive thinker, she is known for her stream of consciousness narrative style and influence on feminist criticism. Her works have been translated into over fifty languages and are widely read and adapted to this day.

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  CALM - Deep Alpha Meditation:...

  BES - Brainwave Entrainment Studios

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  11 tracks with binaural sound waves produce an array of gentle, pleasant, and very calming sensations that listeners will want to repeat over and over while sleeping, meditating, studying, and working.  
   
  This compilation contains ideal instrumental music to help you sleep, study, focus and relax before your big test, presentation or exam. It can help you with memory retention if you are studying for a test, finishing your homework or just listening as work music.  
   
  We invite you to take a step back from our busy world, put on your headphones, steady your breathing, and allow yourself to be whisked away into a pleasantly relaxed state of mind. Immerse yourself in a world of limitless relaxation. 
   
  WHAT YOU GET: 
   
  Binaural Sounds for: 
   
  - Revitalizing Sleep, 
  - Deep Meditation, 
  - Transcendental Experiences, 
  - Astral Journeys, 
  - Lucid Dreaming. 
   
  Long, warm, slow, and ethereal sounds; designed with love, mixed with deep alpha impulses and natural sounds — for a transcendental experience! 
   
  We recommend good headphones to enjoy the full effect. Allow yourself to be whisked away into a pleasantly relaxed and transcendental state of mind.  
   
  And please give us feedback: How was your experience? Tell us how you feel! Thank you for sharing.

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  Slouching Towards Bethlehem -...

  Joan Didion

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  This program is read by actor and singer-songwriter Maya Hawke, star of Netflix's Stranger Things."Narrating in a voice as clear and sustaining as a cool glass of water, Hawke’s unflashy approach allows the words to reveal their magic."—The Orange County Register"Didion’s timeless essays shine with Hawke at the helm. This audiobook will bring new listeners to this classic and is highly recommended for libraries everywhere.”—Library Journal (Starred Review)“Maya Hawke performs this classic collection superbly...Hawke gets Didion's measured pace and thoughtful tone just right as she conveys the much admired author's idiosyncratic, elegant language.”—AudioFile (Earphones Award Winner)Celebrated, iconic, and indispensable, Joan Didion’s first work of nonfiction, Slouching Towards Bethlehem, is considered a watershed moment in American writing. First published in 1968, the collection was critically praised as one of the “best prose written in this country.”More than perhaps any other book, this collection by one of the most distinctive prose stylists of our era captures the unique time and place of Joan Didion’s focus, exploring subjects such as John Wayne and Howard Hughes, growing up in California and the nature of good and evil in a Death Valley motel room, and, especially, the essence of San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury, the heart of the counterculture. As Joyce Carol Oates remarked: “[Didion] has been an articulate witness to the most stubborn and intractable truths of our time, a memorable voice, partly eulogistic, partly despairing; always in control.”A Macmillan Audio production from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

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  Faithful Antiracism - Moving...

  Christina Edmondson, Chad Brennan

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  It's time to move past talk. 
   
   
   
  It's no longer news to most of us that our society has a deep-seated racism problem. Christians of all ethnic and economic backgrounds are tired of seeing the ugly legacy of racism play out before their eyes and feeling ill-equipped to respond. They watch as friends and family members leave the visible church over this issue, or fall prey to a gospel of White nationalism that is an affront to the cross of Christ. Racism presents itself as an undefeatable foe—a sustained scourge on the reputation of the church. 
   
   
   
  In Faithful Antiracism, Christina Barland Edmondson and Chad Brennan take confidence from the truth that Christ has overcome the world, including racism, and offer clear analysis and interventions to challenge and resist its pernicious power. Drawing on brand-new research from the landmark Race, Religion, and Justice Project led by Michael Emerson and others, this book represents the most comprehensive study on Christians and race since Emerson's own book Divided by Faith (2001). It invites listeners to put this data to immediate practical use, applying it to their own specific context. Compelled by our grievous social moment and by the timeless truth of Scripture, Faithful Antiracism will equip listeners to move past talk and enter the fight against racism in both practical and hopeful ways.

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