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The Library of Ancient Wisdom

Mesopotamia and the Making of History

by Selena Wisnom ...

Narrated by Catherine Bailey ...

Unabridged

12 hours

Brought to you by Penguin.The story of the ancient world’s most spectacular library, and the civilization that created itWhen a team of Victorian archaeologists dug into a grassy hill in Iraq, they chanced upon one of the oldest and greatest stores of knowledge ever seen: the library of the Assyrian emperor Ashurbanipal, seventh century BCE ruler of a huge swathe of the ancient Middle East known ... Read more

$25.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.The story of the ancient world’s most spectacular library, and the civilization that created itWhen a team of Victorian archaeologists dug into a grassy hill in Iraq, they chanced upon one of the oldest and greatest stores of knowledge ever seen: the library of the Assyrian emperor Ashurbanipal, seventh century BCE ruler of a huge swathe of the ancient Middle East known
... Read more
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The Art of Language Invention

From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building

by David J. Peterson ...

Narrated by David J. Peterson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 26 min

An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for Legendary's Dune, the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series DefianceFrom master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating ... Read more

$26.99 CAD

An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for Legendary's Dune, the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series DefianceFrom master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction for sci-fi and fantasy fans, writers, game creators, and language lovers. Peterson offers a captivating
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Les Symboles, Langage secret de l’humanité

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 57 - Sciences, philosophie et réflexion
Unabridged

2 hours 48 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Ils sont partout. Gravés dans la pierre, inscrits dans les rêves, tatoués sur la peau, imprimés sur nos écrans. Les symboles traversent les âges, les religions, les cultures et les langues. Ils parlent un langage silencieux, plus ancien que l’écriture, plus universel que les mots.Ce livre vous invite à un voyage profond dans l’univers des symboles : ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Ils sont partout. Gravés dans la pierre, inscrits dans les rêves, tatoués sur la peau, imprimés sur nos écrans. Les symboles traversent les âges, les religions, les cultures et les langues. Ils parlent un langage silencieux, plus ancien que l’écriture, plus universel que les mots.Ce livre vous invite à un voyage profond dans l’univers des symboles :
... Read more
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L’Art d’Exploiter le Do Not List, Libérez votre potentiel en définissant ce que vous ne ferez jamais

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 35 - Développement personnel et spiritualité
Unabridged

3 hours 6 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Et si la clé d’une vie réussie n’était pas dans ce que vous faites... mais dans ce que vous décidez de ne plus faire ?Dans un monde saturé de sollicitations, d’infos inutiles, de tâches à rallonge et de distractions permanentes, il devient vital de reprendre le contrôle. Ce livre propose une méthode simple, puissante et souvent négligée : la « Do Not ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Et si la clé d’une vie réussie n’était pas dans ce que vous faites... mais dans ce que vous décidez de ne plus faire ?Dans un monde saturé de sollicitations, d’infos inutiles, de tâches à rallonge et de distractions permanentes, il devient vital de reprendre le contrôle. Ce livre propose une méthode simple, puissante et souvent négligée : la « Do Not
... Read more
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Why Q Needs U

A history of our letters and how we use them

by Danny Bate ...

Narrated by Danny Bate ...

Unabridged

10 hours 14 min

'A breathtaking adventure through the alphabet... An absolutely delightful read, filled with jewels of lightly worn scholarship and dazzling insight. I just couldn't recommend it more highly.' Stephen Fry'An excellent read.' Susie Dent'You'll never look at a keyboard the same way after reading Danny Bate's fascinating linguistic history.' Sunday TimesWhy does 'W' sounds like 'doubl... ... Read more

$95.99 CAD

'A breathtaking adventure through the alphabet... An absolutely delightful read, filled with jewels of lightly worn scholarship and dazzling insight. I just couldn't recommend it more highly.' Stephen Fry'An excellent read.' Susie Dent'You'll never look at a keyboard the same way after reading Danny Bate's fascinating linguistic history.' Sunday TimesWhy does 'W' sounds like 'doubl...
... Read more
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Writing for Profit Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Make a Living With Your Writing, Business of Online Writing

by Sasha Keefe, Josef Doyle ...

Narrated by Tracy Pearson ...

Unabridged

1 hour 17 min

Writing for Profit Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Make a Living With Your Writing, Business of Online WritingThere are many ways of earning money online and writing is one of them. In fact, writing is one of the best ways of earning money nowadays because a lot of organizations and businesses are in need of valuable online content. Some went into writing because they love the creative and personal freedom ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Writing for Profit Bundle: 2 in 1 Bundle, Make a Living With Your Writing, Business of Online WritingThere are many ways of earning money online and writing is one of them. In fact, writing is one of the best ways of earning money nowadays because a lot of organizations and businesses are in need of valuable online content. Some went into writing because they love the creative and personal freedom
... Read more
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Arabic in 40 Minutes

Learn to speak Arabic in minutes with Collins

by Collins Dictionaries ...

Narrated by Collins ...

Unabridged

43 min

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Arabic language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating.Essential words, Asking for things, Numbers, I'd like …, At the café, In a shop ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Arabic language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating.Essential words, Asking for things, Numbers, I'd like …, At the café, In a shop
... Read more
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Learn Arabic for Beginners: Modern Standard Arabic Audio

by Michael Torren ...

Narrated by Digital Voice ...

Unabridged

2 hours 40 min

Bypass confusing textbooks and start speaking fluent conversational Arabic instantly with this immersive audio framework. Designed for hands-free learning during your morning commute or while preparing for international travel, this highly focused, empowering method eliminates the frustration of traditional study. You will transform zero knowledge into confident, real-world verbal skills without ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Bypass confusing textbooks and start speaking fluent conversational Arabic instantly with this immersive audio framework. Designed for hands-free learning during your morning commute or while preparing for international travel, this highly focused, empowering method eliminates the frustration of traditional study. You will transform zero knowledge into confident, real-world verbal skills without
... Read more
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Korean Folktales for Language Learners

Traditional Stories from Korea

by Sukyeon Cho, Yeon-Jeong Kim, Andrew Killick ...

Narrated by Da Eun Yoon ...

Series series Stories for Language Learners
Unabridged

4 hours 54 min

Learn about Korean culture through traditional folktales!Korean Folktales for Language Learners presents 36 traditional folktales drawn from Korea's rich storytelling tradition.The stories—which gradually increase in complexity as the book progresses—include:The Tiger with the Frozen Tail: A wily rabbit persuades a hungry tiger to break a hole in the ice of a frozen river to catch fish with his ... Read more

$21.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn about Korean culture through traditional folktales!Korean Folktales for Language Learners presents 36 traditional folktales drawn from Korea's rich storytelling tradition.The stories—which gradually increase in complexity as the book progresses—include:The Tiger with the Frozen Tail: A wily rabbit persuades a hungry tiger to break a hole in the ice of a frozen river to catch fish with his
... Read more
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The Greatest Invention

A History of the World in Nine Mysterious Scripts

by Silvia Ferrara ...

Narrated by Todd Portnowitz ...

Unabridged

8 hours 12 min

The L where a tabletop meets the legs, the T between double doors, the D of an armchair's oval backrest—all around us is an alphabet in things. But how did these shapes make it onto the page, never mind form complex structures such as this sentence? In The Greatest Invention, Silvia Ferrara takes a profound look at how—and how many times—human beings have managed to produce the miracle of written ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

The L where a tabletop meets the legs, the T between double doors, the D of an armchair's oval backrest—all around us is an alphabet in things. But how did these shapes make it onto the page, never mind form complex structures such as this sentence? In The Greatest Invention, Silvia Ferrara takes a profound look at how—and how many times—human beings have managed to produce the miracle of written
... Read more
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Sacred Alphabet, The

Language, Meaning and Mind

by Ylia Callan ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Chris G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 3 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Sacred Alphabet - Language, Meaning and Mind is a journey into the mystery of words, sounds and symbols. From the first cries of the human soul to the sacred scripts that shaped civilisations, this audiobook explores how language is more than communication, it is creation.Discover how sounds move emotion, how alphabets carry culture, and how the ... Read more

$4.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The Sacred Alphabet - Language, Meaning and Mind is a journey into the mystery of words, sounds and symbols. From the first cries of the human soul to the sacred scripts that shaped civilisations, this audiobook explores how language is more than communication, it is creation.Discover how sounds move emotion, how alphabets carry culture, and how the
... Read more
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Literary Theory for Robots

How Computers Learned to Write

by Dennis Yi Tenen ...

Narrated by Rebecca Lam ...

Unabridged

4 hours 51 min

Literary Theory for Robots reveals the hidden history of modern machine intelligence, taking listeners on a spellbinding journey from medieval Arabic philosophy to visions of a universal language, past Hollywood fiction factories, and missile defense systems trained on Russian folktales. In this provocative reflection on the shared pasts of literature and computer science, former Microsoft ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

Literary Theory for Robots reveals the hidden history of modern machine intelligence, taking listeners on a spellbinding journey from medieval Arabic philosophy to visions of a universal language, past Hollywood fiction factories, and missile defense systems trained on Russian folktales. In this provocative reflection on the shared pasts of literature and computer science, former Microsoft
... Read more
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Hablamos la misma lengua

Historia política del español en América, desde la Conquista a las Independencias

by Santiago Muñoz Machado, Santiago Muñoz Machado ...

Narrated by Pedro A (Voz de IA) ...

Abridged

26 hours 56 min

¿Cuáles fueron las circunstancias políticas y sociales que determinaron la implantación del castellano como lengua principal de América? A mediados del siglo xviii la política de castellanización tomó fuerza; las declaraciones de derechos dictaron que la lengua de las repúblicas habría de ser la propia de la nación, y algunas se plantearon si su lengua era la española o un idioma desgajado del ... Read more

$15.99 CAD

¿Cuáles fueron las circunstancias políticas y sociales que determinaron la implantación del castellano como lengua principal de América? A mediados del siglo xviii la política de castellanización tomó fuerza; las declaraciones de derechos dictaron que la lengua de las repúblicas habría de ser la propia de la nación, y algunas se plantearon si su lengua era la española o un idioma desgajado del
... Read more
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Concise History of the Phaistos Disc, A: How a Clay Disc Defies Every Code-Breaker

by Richard Halberg ...

Narrated by Richard Halberg ...

Unabridged

1 hour 53 min

Step into a baffling historical mystery and explore the ancient cryptology puzzle that defeats brilliant minds. Perfect for your inquisitive commute, this suspenseful journey takes you deep into the Bronze Age Aegean. You will stand in the ruins of a Minoan palace to witness the unearthing of a palm-sized clay relic covered in untranslatable spiral symbols.Feed your deep intellectual curiosity as ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Step into a baffling historical mystery and explore the ancient cryptology puzzle that defeats brilliant minds. Perfect for your inquisitive commute, this suspenseful journey takes you deep into the Bronze Age Aegean. You will stand in the ruins of a Minoan palace to witness the unearthing of a palm-sized clay relic covered in untranslatable spiral symbols.Feed your deep intellectual curiosity as
... Read more
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The Philosophy Of Style (Unabridged)

by HERBERT SPENCER ...

Narrated by Ronald Norris ...

Unabridged

1 hour 26 min

“The Philosophy of Style,” explored a growing trend of formalist approaches to writing. Highly focused on the proper placement and ordering of the parts of an English sentence, created a guide for effective composition. Spencer’s aim was to free prose writing from as much "friction and inertia" as possible, so that the reader would not be slowed by strenuous deliberations concerning the proper ... Read more

$6.99 CAD

“The Philosophy of Style,” explored a growing trend of formalist approaches to writing. Highly focused on the proper placement and ordering of the parts of an English sentence, created a guide for effective composition. Spencer’s aim was to free prose writing from as much "friction and inertia" as possible, so that the reader would not be slowed by strenuous deliberations concerning the proper
... Read more
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Alphabetical

How Every Letter Tells a Story

by Michael Rosen ...

Narrated by Michael Rosen ...

Unabridged

12 hours 12 min

From minding your Ps and Qs to wondering why X should mark the spot, Alphabetical is a book for everyone who loves words and language. Whether it's how letters are arranged on keyboards or Viking runes, textspeak or zip codes, this book will change the way you think about letters for ever.How on Earth did we fix upon our twenty-six letters, what do they really mean, and how did we come to write ... Read more

$29.99 CAD

From minding your Ps and Qs to wondering why X should mark the spot, Alphabetical is a book for everyone who loves words and language. Whether it's how letters are arranged on keyboards or Viking runes, textspeak or zip codes, this book will change the way you think about letters for ever.How on Earth did we fix upon our twenty-six letters, what do they really mean, and how did we come to write
... Read more
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Lost Language of Symbolism Volume 1, The

An Inquiry Into the Origin of Certain Letters, Words, Names, Fairy-Tales, Folklore, and Mythologies

by Harold Bayley ...

Narrated by Graham Dunlop ...

Unabridged

9 hours 49 min

Mining information from mythology, folklore, religious texts, and fairy tales from around the world, a foremost expert on symbols explains word origins and their meanings. The ultimate symbols are the letters and words in language as Bayley moves beyond mere pictures to understand the vital messages that have been ignored or lost across the centuries ... Read more

$20.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Mining information from mythology, folklore, religious texts, and fairy tales from around the world, a foremost expert on symbols explains word origins and their meanings. The ultimate symbols are the letters and words in language as Bayley moves beyond mere pictures to understand the vital messages that have been ignored or lost across the centuries
... Read more
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Abc

by Fimalia McNoll ...

Narrated by Fimalia McNoll ...

Unabridged

2 min

By associating letters with objects, kids will learn to master the English Alphabet. ThIs book is designed to help children learn and remember the letters of the alphabet. Toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first graders will love this book. ... Read more

$2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

By associating letters with objects, kids will learn to master the English Alphabet. ThIs book is designed to help children learn and remember the letters of the alphabet. Toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first graders will love this book.
... Read more
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Writing: The World-Changing Moment Humans Learned to Record Words

by Oliver Pendleton ...

Narrated by Oliver Pendleton ...

Unabridged

1 hour 45 min

Discover the epic history of communication, where the rise of written language rescued humanity's fragile memories. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this awe-inspiring journey explores the cognitive shock of capturing spoken words outside the human body.Transitioning from sound-drenched ancient civilizations to our modern digital screens, this contemplative narrative reveals how recorded ... Read more

$13.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Discover the epic history of communication, where the rise of written language rescued humanity's fragile memories. Perfect for an educational daily commute, this awe-inspiring journey explores the cognitive shock of capturing spoken words outside the human body.Transitioning from sound-drenched ancient civilizations to our modern digital screens, this contemplative narrative reveals how recorded
... Read more
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Мифы Древнего Китая: четыре свирепых зверя и одна обманщица

by Анастасия Дурыманова ...

Narrated by Анастасия Дурыманова ...

Series series Читаем на иностранном. Лучший способ выучить язык
Unabridged

1 hour 29 min

Понимать китайский язык могут только профессионалы? Конечно, нет. В этой книге вас ждут адаптированные рассказы о загадочном Хаосе Хуньдуне или Дицзяне, который породил мир, ужасном крылатом полутигре-полубыке Цюнци, вероломном и смелом покровителе воинов Таоу, свирепом Таоте, пятом сыне Дракона и хитрой обманщице лисице-оборотне Хули-цзин. Автор-составитель А. Д. Дурыманова, преподаватель РГГУ и ... Read more

$9.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Понимать китайский язык могут только профессионалы? Конечно, нет. В этой книге вас ждут адаптированные рассказы о загадочном Хаосе Хуньдуне или Дицзяне, который породил мир, ужасном крылатом полутигре-полубыке Цюнци, вероломном и смелом покровителе воинов Таоу, свирепом Таоте, пятом сыне Дракона и хитрой обманщице лисице-оборотне Хули-цзин. Автор-составитель А. Д. Дурыманова, преподаватель РГГУ и
... Read more
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Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step Guide

by Ciro Irmici ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Unabridged

55 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step GuideUnlock your potential with "Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step Guide," a comprehensive manual designed to transform your reading habits and enhance your comprehension. Whether you're a student aiming for academic excellence, a professional seeking to increase productivity, or a lifelong learner eager ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step GuideUnlock your potential with "Boost Your Reading Speed: A Step-by-Step Guide," a comprehensive manual designed to transform your reading habits and enhance your comprehension. Whether you're a student aiming for academic excellence, a professional seeking to increase productivity, or a lifelong learner eager
... Read more
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História das Letras

by Silvana Rodrigues Gasques Severo ...

Narrated by Voz Artificial ...

Abridged

45 min

Este livro apresenta a fascinante história das letras de forma lúdica e envolvente, acompanhada de ilustrações coloridas que encantam crianças em fase de alfabetização. Cada letra ganha vida com narrativas criativas que estimulam a imaginação e facilitam o aprendizado, tornando o processo de leitura e escrita uma aventura divertida. Ideal para pais, professores e educadores que desejam oferecer às ... Read more

$64.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Este livro apresenta a fascinante história das letras de forma lúdica e envolvente, acompanhada de ilustrações coloridas que encantam crianças em fase de alfabetização. Cada letra ganha vida com narrativas criativas que estimulam a imaginação e facilitam o aprendizado, tornando o processo de leitura e escrita uma aventura divertida. Ideal para pais, professores e educadores que desejam oferecer às
... Read more
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Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native Speaker

Mastering the Art of Pronunciation for Fluency and Confidence

by Ciro Irmici ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Mary G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 14 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native SpeakerMastering the Art of Pronunciation for Fluency and ConfidenceUnlock the secret to speaking with clarity and confidence! "Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native Speaker" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the nuances of pronunciation, enabling you to communicate effectively ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native SpeakerMastering the Art of Pronunciation for Fluency and ConfidenceUnlock the secret to speaking with clarity and confidence! "Pronunciation Perfection: How to Sound Like a Native Speaker" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the nuances of pronunciation, enabling you to communicate effectively
... Read more
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Learn ABC

My Alphabet

by Giovanni Rigters ...

Narrated by Simon Hill ...

Unabridged

4 min

Learn the alphabet with pretty illustrations of your favorite animals, food, and more!This book will introduce your preschooler or toddler to the ABCs in a fun and playful way that will leave a lasting impression. ... Read more

$0.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn the alphabet with pretty illustrations of your favorite animals, food, and more!This book will introduce your preschooler or toddler to the ABCs in a fun and playful way that will leave a lasting impression.
... Read more

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