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  Wells Hitler and the World State

  George Orwell

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  The German air power has been largely spent. It is behind the times and its first-rate men are mostly dead or disheartened or worn out. 
      In 1914 the Hohenzollern army was the best in the world. Behind that screaming little defective in Berlin there is nothing of the sort... Yet our military ‘experts’ discuss the waiting phantom. In their imaginations it is perfect in its equipment and invincible in its discipline. Sometimes it is to strike a decisive ‘blow’ through Spain and North Africa and on, or march through the Balkans, march from the Danube to Ankara, to Persia, to India, or ‘crush Russia’, or ‘pour’ over the Brenner into Italy. The weeks pass and the phantom does none of these things-for one excellent reason. It does not exist to that extent. Most of such inadequate guns and munitions as it possessed must have been taken away form it and fooled away in Hitler's silly feints to invade Britain. And its raw jerry-built discipline is wilting under the creeping realisation that the Blitzkrieg is spent, and the war is coming home to roost.

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  Empire of Rum - The Unofficial...

  Ylia Callan

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  This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice.  Empire of Rum – The Unofficial Economy of Early Australia is a gripping journey through the colony’s most intoxicating secret: that rum, not coin, built Australia. 
   
  In the fledgling settlement of New South Wales, alcohol was more than a drink - it was money, power, and survival. From the notorious Rum Corps to the only successful military coup in Australian history, this audiobook brings to life the corruption, rebellion and everyday struggles that flowed through the barrels of rum. 
   
  But the story doesn’t stop in the past. Linking colonial rum trading to modern Australia, this powerful work shows how alcohol still fuels crime, family breakdown, and an overwhelmed justice system. 
   
  Part history, part social critique, Empire of Rum pulls no punches in exposing how alcohol became and remains a currency of control. 
   
  Perfect for listeners of Australian history, true crime, and social justice narratives.

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  Medieval England: The History of...

  Editors Charles River

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  As the Western Roman Empire collapsed in the late 5th century, Hadrian’s Wall was abandoned and Roman control of the area broke down. Little is known of this period of British history, but soon the Anglo-Saxons – who had been harassing the Saxon Shore as pirates – showed up and began to settle the land, creating a patchwork of little kingdoms and starting a new era of British history. Several early medieval historians, writing well after the events, said the Anglo-Saxons were invited to Britain to defend the region from the northern tribes and ended up taking over. The Venerable Bede (672 or 673-735) said in his Historia ecclesiastica gentis Anglorum (“Ecclesiastical History of the English People”) that in the year 449, “The British consulted what was to be done and where they should seek assistance to prevent or repel the cruel and frequent incursions of the northern nations. They all agreed with their king Vortigern to call over to their aid, from the parts beyond the sea, the Saxon nation. … The two first commanders are said to have been Hengist and Horsa.” 
  However they came to control most of England, the Anglo-Saxons became the dominant power in the region for nearly 500 years, and the strength of their cultural influence could be felt even after William the Conqueror won the Battle of Hastings and became the first Norman ruler on the island. The efforts to consolidate his rule in England were complicated from the start, both due to external enemies and those jockeying for his position while he was still alive, but the Normans would manage just barely to cling to power over England, and William remains the last foreign conqueror of the island.

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  Science of Positivity - A Guide...

  Lynne Tanner

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  Science of Positivity: A Guide on Rewiring Your Mind for Success. Discover the Science behind Positive Psychology and How it Can Help Unlock Your Full PotentialIn a world where negativity seems to dominate, it's time to take control of your mindset and pave your own path to success. Introducing "Science of Positivity: A Guide on Rewiring Your Mind for Success." This captivating audiobook delves into the scientific foundations of positive psychology, revealing how understanding the intricacies of your mind can unlock a world of limitless possibilities.Uncover the hidden forces behind optimism as you navigate the realms of neuroscience, uncovering the fascinating connections between your brain and your emotional state. Explore how positive emotions can influence your relationships, productivity, and even physical health, empowering you to make lasting changes that bring you closer to the life you've always envisioned.Prepare to embark on an immersive experience as you absorb the knowledge and wisdom shared by esteemed experts in the field. From renowned psychologists to inspirational thought leaders, their profound insights will reshape your perception of positivity and reveal its true potential.Whether you're seeking personal growth, professional success, or a happier, more fulfilling life, "Science of Positivity" is your definitive guide. Break free from the shackles of negativity and harness the science-backed principles that will empower you to rewrite your story. Unleash your full potential, cultivate resilience, and embrace a life filled with joy, purpose, and limitless possibilities.It's time to rewire your mind for success. Are you ready to embark on this transformative journey? Let the "Science of Positivity" be your guiding light towards a brighter future.

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  Lectures on Ancient Philosophy -...

  Manly P. Hall

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  Complete in itself, this volume originated as a commentary and expansion of Manly P. Hall's masterpiece of symbolic philosophy, The Secret Teachings of All Ages.  
  In Lectures on Ancient Philosophy, Manly P. Hall expands on the philosophical, metaphysical, and cosmological themes introduced in his classic work, The Secret Teachings of All Ages. Hall wrote this volume as a companion to his earlier work, intending it for those wishing to delve more deeply into the esoteric philosophies and ideas that undergird the Secret Teachings. Particular attention is paid to Neoplatonism, ancient Christianity, Rosicrucian and Freemasonic traditions, ancient mysteries, pagan rites and symbols, and Pythagorean mathematics.The Nature of the AbsoluteGod, the Divine Foundation, Illumined Mind, the Universal SaviorThe Inferior Creation and Its RegentThe Annihilation of the Sense of DiversityThe Disciplines of SalvationThe Doctrine of Redemption Through GraceThe Mission of AestheticsThe Cycle of NecessityPagan Theogony and CosmogonyMathematics, the Master ScienceDemigods and SupermenEmerson’s Concept of the OversoulExoteric and Esoteric KnowledgeSymbolism, the Universal LanguageAncient Mystery RitualsA Philosophic Consideration of ManThe Ladder of the GodsRosicrucian and Masonic OriginsThe Goal of Philosophy

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  United Kingdom House of Commons...

  Various Various

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  This collection comprises recordings of 17 historic speeches given to the UK House of Commons between 1628 and 1956. Readings are of speeches origninally given by parliamentarians including Oliver Cromwell, Edmund Burke, William Wilberforce, William Gladstone, Keir Hardie, Winston Churchill and Aneurin Bevan. (Summary by Carl Manchester)

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