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Superbloom

How Technologies of Connection Tear Us Apart

by Nicholas Carr ...

Narrated by Jonathan Todd Ross ...

Unabridged

9 hours 30 min

From the author of The Shallows**, a bracing exploration of how social media has warped our sense of self and society.**From the telegraph and telephone in the 1800s to the internet and social media in our own day, the public has welcomed new communication systems. Whenever people gain more power to share information, the assumption goes, society prospers. Superbloom tells a startlingly different ... Read more

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From the author of The Shallows**, a bracing exploration of how social media has warped our sense of self and society.**From the telegraph and telephone in the 1800s to the internet and social media in our own day, the public has welcomed new communication systems. Whenever people gain more power to share information, the assumption goes, society prospers. Superbloom tells a startlingly different
... Read more
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SOS

The History and Significance of Emergency Signals

by Aurora Winters ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Anya G ...

Unabridged

58 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In SOS: The History and Significance of Emergency Signals, author Aurora Winters takes readers on an enlightening journey through the vital world of emergency signaling. From the iconic SOS Morse code to modern emergency beacon signals, this book explores the fascinating methods used to draw attention in times of distress. Discover how these signals ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.In SOS: The History and Significance of Emergency Signals, author Aurora Winters takes readers on an enlightening journey through the vital world of emergency signaling. From the iconic SOS Morse code to modern emergency beacon signals, this book explores the fascinating methods used to draw attention in times of distress. Discover how these signals
... Read more
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Red Star over Hollywood

The Film Colony’s Long Romance with the Left

by Ronald Radosh, Allis Radosh ...

Narrated by Jeff Riggenbach ...

Unabridged

10 hours 19 min

Until now, Hollywood’s political history has been dominated by a steady stream of films and memoirs decrying the nightmare of the Red Scare and how it victimized political innocents. But Ronald and Allis Radosh tell for the first time the “backstory” behind this myth. They show how the Soviet Comintern targeted the film capital in the late 1920s, taking us inside the cells and discussion groups ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

Until now, Hollywood’s political history has been dominated by a steady stream of films and memoirs decrying the nightmare of the Red Scare and how it victimized political innocents. But Ronald and Allis Radosh tell for the first time the “backstory” behind this myth. They show how the Soviet Comintern targeted the film capital in the late 1920s, taking us inside the cells and discussion groups
... Read more
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The Victorian Internet

The Remarkable Story of the Telegraph and the Nineteenth Century's On-line Pioneers

by Tom Standage ...

Narrated by Derek Perkins ...

Unabridged

5 hours 22 min

The Victorian Internet tells the colorful story of the telegraph's creation and remarkable impact, and of the visionaries, oddballs, and eccentrics who pioneered it, from the eighteenth-century French scientist Jean-Antoine Nollet to Samuel F. B. Morse and Thomas Edison. The electric telegraph nullified distance and shrank the world quicker and further than ever before or since, and its story ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

The Victorian Internet tells the colorful story of the telegraph's creation and remarkable impact, and of the visionaries, oddballs, and eccentrics who pioneered it, from the eighteenth-century French scientist Jean-Antoine Nollet to Samuel F. B. Morse and Thomas Edison. The electric telegraph nullified distance and shrank the world quicker and further than ever before or since, and its story
... Read more
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The Hollywood Studios

House Style in the Golden Age of the Movies

by Ethan Mordden ...

Narrated by Barrett Whitener ...

Unabridged

12 hours 27 min

Hollywood in the years between 1929 and 1948 was a town of moviemaking empires. The great studios were estates of talent: sprawling, dense, diverse. It was the Golden Age of the Movies, and each studio made its distinctive contribution. But how did the studios, “growing up” in the same time and place, develop so differently? What combinations of talents and temperaments gave them their signature ... Read more

$32.99 CAD

Hollywood in the years between 1929 and 1948 was a town of moviemaking empires. The great studios were estates of talent: sprawling, dense, diverse. It was the Golden Age of the Movies, and each studio made its distinctive contribution. But how did the studios, “growing up” in the same time and place, develop so differently? What combinations of talents and temperaments gave them their signature
... Read more
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Life Lessons from Alexander Graham Bell

Speak to the Future: Innovation Born from Connection and Sound

by Marcus Alden ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Walter Pike E ...

Series Audiobook 16 - Timeless Wisdom from Scientists and Inventors
Unabridged

45 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Alexander Graham Bell | Speak to the Future: Innovation Born from Connection and SoundWhat if the greatest invention of the modern age wasn’t just a device, but a lesson in how to live?In this inspiring short-read, discover the untold story of Alexander Graham Bell—the teacher, the dreamer, and the relentless innovator whose pursuit of sound gave the ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Alexander Graham Bell | Speak to the Future: Innovation Born from Connection and SoundWhat if the greatest invention of the modern age wasn’t just a device, but a lesson in how to live?In this inspiring short-read, discover the untold story of Alexander Graham Bell—the teacher, the dreamer, and the relentless innovator whose pursuit of sound gave the
... Read more
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Disconnect

The Truth About Cell Phone Radiation, What the Industry Has Done to Hide It, and How to Protect Your Family

by Devra Davis ...

Narrated by Emily Durante ...

Unabridged

8 hours 10 min

Devra Davis presents a range of recent and long-suppressed research in this timely bombshell. Cell phone radiation is a national emergency. Stunningly, the most popular gadget of our age has now been shown to damage DNA, break down the brain's defenses, and reduce sperm count while increasing memory loss, the risk of Alzheimer's disease, and even cancer. The growing brains of children make them ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

Devra Davis presents a range of recent and long-suppressed research in this timely bombshell. Cell phone radiation is a national emergency. Stunningly, the most popular gadget of our age has now been shown to damage DNA, break down the brain's defenses, and reduce sperm count while increasing memory loss, the risk of Alzheimer's disease, and even cancer. The growing brains of children make them
... Read more
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Satellite Networking Essentials: Building Blocks for Modern Communication

by SREEKUMAR V T ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Marcus G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 4 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Satellite Networking Essentials: Building Blocks for Modern Communication" is a comprehensive guide that provides readers with a foundational understanding of satellite networking principles, technologies, and applications. This authoritative book serves as an essential resource for students, engineers, researchers, and professionals seeking to ... Read more

$3.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Satellite Networking Essentials: Building Blocks for Modern Communication" is a comprehensive guide that provides readers with a foundational understanding of satellite networking principles, technologies, and applications. This authoritative book serves as an essential resource for students, engineers, researchers, and professionals seeking to
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Prisonniers du Système Solaire

by Eric Giegelmann ...

Narrated by Voix Numérique Fabien G ...

Series Audiobook 38 - Technologie, IA et futur
Unabridged

2 hours 25 min

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Prisonniers du Système Solaire :Et si nous ne partions jamais ?Alors que l’humanité rêve de conquérir les étoiles, Prisonniers du Système Solaire interroge cette pulsion de fuite. À travers une exploration lucide des limites physiques, biologiques, psychologiques et spirituelles de nos ambitions spatiales, ce livre pose une question essentielle : ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ce livre audio est narré par une voix numérique.Prisonniers du Système Solaire :Et si nous ne partions jamais ?Alors que l’humanité rêve de conquérir les étoiles, Prisonniers du Système Solaire interroge cette pulsion de fuite. À travers une exploration lucide des limites physiques, biologiques, psychologiques et spirituelles de nos ambitions spatiales, ce livre pose une question essentielle :
... Read more
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Cool Gadgets, Devices, Contraptions, And Tools

Ingenious Innovations Unleashed!

by Owen Jones ...

Unabridged

1 hour 26 min

Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of ingenious gadgets and cutting-edge devices with Cool Gadgets, Devices, Contraptions, and Tools As a gadget enthusiast, the allure of innovative technology is a constant source of fascination and excitement. This book serves as a guide to the latest and most intriguing gadgets, offering insights into their functionality, applications, and the impact ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of ingenious gadgets and cutting-edge devices with Cool Gadgets, Devices, Contraptions, and Tools As a gadget enthusiast, the allure of innovative technology is a constant source of fascination and excitement. This book serves as a guide to the latest and most intriguing gadgets, offering insights into their functionality, applications, and the impact
... Read more
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HAM Secrets: Transform Your License Journey with Simple Strategies

"Achieve HAM licensing success effortlessly! Dive into powerful audio lessons that make learning enjoyable and effective."

by Orson Wrenwood ...

Narrated by Nick Porter ...

Unabridged

2 hours 17 min

Unlock Your Potential: Transform Your License Journey with Simple StrategiesAre you ready to advance your career and solidify your expertise by passing the License Exam in 2024-2025?Searching for a complete guide that encompasses everything you need to succeed in the License Exam for 2024-2025?Your quest ends here!This guide is your ultimate resource for enhancing your knowledge, honing your... ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock Your Potential: Transform Your License Journey with Simple StrategiesAre you ready to advance your career and solidify your expertise by passing the License Exam in 2024-2025?Searching for a complete guide that encompasses everything you need to succeed in the License Exam for 2024-2025?Your quest ends here!This guide is your ultimate resource for enhancing your knowledge, honing your...
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Open RAN

The Definitive Guide

Narrated by Brian Troxell ...

Unabridged

10 hours 35 min

In Open RAN: The Definitive Guide, a team of distinguished industry leaders deliver an authoritative guide to all four principles of the Open RAN vision: openness, virtualization, intelligence, and interoperability. Written by the industry experts currently defining the specifications, building the systems, and testing and deploying the networks, the book covers O-RAN architecture, the fronthaul ... Read more

$35.72 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In Open RAN: The Definitive Guide, a team of distinguished industry leaders deliver an authoritative guide to all four principles of the Open RAN vision: openness, virtualization, intelligence, and interoperability. Written by the industry experts currently defining the specifications, building the systems, and testing and deploying the networks, the book covers O-RAN architecture, the fronthaul
... Read more
Audiobook

Influence Empire

The critically acclaimed and timely story of Tencent and China's tech ambition

by Lulu Yilun Chen ...

Narrated by Richard Burnip, Lulu Yilun Chen ...

Unabridged

9 hours 9 min

The insider story of Tencent, the Chinese tech giant behind WeChat: perfect for fans of Chip War and House of Huawei**SHORTLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEARA TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEARA NEW YORK TIMES BEST BUSINESS BOOK'A fascinating study of the tech giant and its symbiotic relationship with the Chinese government' - GuardianA remarkably relevant and timely account in ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

The insider story of Tencent, the Chinese tech giant behind WeChat: perfect for fans of Chip War and House of Huawei**SHORTLISTED FOR THE FINANCIAL TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEARA TIMES BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEARA NEW YORK TIMES BEST BUSINESS BOOK'A fascinating study of the tech giant and its symbiotic relationship with the Chinese government' - GuardianA remarkably relevant and timely account in
... Read more
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Remote Work Revolution

Transform Your Team and Turbocharge Productivity from Anywhere on Earth

by Favour Emeli ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Archie G ...

Unabridged

4 hours 24 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The traditional office is quickly becoming a thing of the past, and the remote work model is leading the charge. Remote Work Revolution is your ultimate guide to creating and leading high-performing teams from anywhere. Learn how to set up virtual workspaces that foster collaboration, improve communication, and keep productivity high. This book dives ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.The traditional office is quickly becoming a thing of the past, and the remote work model is leading the charge. Remote Work Revolution is your ultimate guide to creating and leading high-performing teams from anywhere. Learn how to set up virtual workspaces that foster collaboration, improve communication, and keep productivity high. This book dives
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Social Engineering for Beginners

Manipulating Minds, Securing Systems

by Brandon Scott ...

Narrated by Brandon Scott ...

Unabridged

3 hours 18 min

"Social Engineering: Manipulating Minds, Securing Systems" dives deep into the shadowy world of psychological manipulation and digital deceit, where human psychology meets cutting-edge technology. This compelling book offers a riveting exploration of social engineering tactics, from classic con artistry to the sophisticated cyber scams that threaten personal and organizational security in the ... Read more

$21.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

"Social Engineering: Manipulating Minds, Securing Systems" dives deep into the shadowy world of psychological manipulation and digital deceit, where human psychology meets cutting-edge technology. This compelling book offers a riveting exploration of social engineering tactics, from classic con artistry to the sophisticated cyber scams that threaten personal and organizational security in the
... Read more
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Mr. Lincoln's T-Mails

How Abraham Lincoln Used the Telegraph to Win the Civil War

by Tom Wheeler ...

Narrated by Tom Perkins ...

Unabridged

6 hours 42 min

The Civil War was the first "modern war." Because of the rapid changes in American society, Abraham Lincoln became president of a divided United States during a period of technological and social revolution. Among the many modern marvels that gave the North an advantage was the telegraph, which Lincoln used to stay connected to the forces in the field in almost real time.No leader in history had ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

The Civil War was the first "modern war." Because of the rapid changes in American society, Abraham Lincoln became president of a divided United States during a period of technological and social revolution. Among the many modern marvels that gave the North an advantage was the telegraph, which Lincoln used to stay connected to the forces in the field in almost real time.No leader in history had
... Read more
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Amplify Your SW Radio Skills: Proven Methods for Better Reception

by SREEKUMAR V T ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Unabridged

1 hour 20 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Amplify Your SW Radio Skills: Proven Methods for Better Reception" is a comprehensive guide that unlocks the secrets to enhancing your shortwave radio listening experience. Whether you're a novice enthusiast or a seasoned SW radio user, this book offers valuable insights, practical techniques, and proven strategies to take your reception capabilities ... Read more

$7.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Amplify Your SW Radio Skills: Proven Methods for Better Reception" is a comprehensive guide that unlocks the secrets to enhancing your shortwave radio listening experience. Whether you're a novice enthusiast or a seasoned SW radio user, this book offers valuable insights, practical techniques, and proven strategies to take your reception capabilities
... Read more
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What Just Happened

A Chronicle from the Information Frontier

by James Gleick ...

Narrated by Dan Cashman ...

Unabridged

10 hours 10 min

Here’s some of what just happened: Millions of ordinary, sensible people came into possession of computers. These machines had wondrous powers, yet made unexpected demands on their owners. Telephones broke free of the chains that had shackled them to bedside tables and office desks. No one was out of touch, or wanted to be out of touch. Instant communication became a birthright.A new world, ... Read more

$22.99 CAD

Here’s some of what just happened: Millions of ordinary, sensible people came into possession of computers. These machines had wondrous powers, yet made unexpected demands on their owners. Telephones broke free of the chains that had shackled them to bedside tables and office desks. No one was out of touch, or wanted to be out of touch. Instant communication became a birthright.A new world,
... Read more
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Cutting the Cord

The Cell Phone Has Transformed Humanity

by Martin Cooper ...

Narrated by Traber Burns ...

Unabridged

8 hours 48 min

One of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Inventors in History shares an insider’s story of the cellphone, how it changed the world—and a view of where it’s headed.While at Motorola in the 1970s, wireless communications pioneer Martin Cooper invented the first handheld mobile phone. But the cellphone as we know it today almost didn’t happen. Now, in Cutting the Cord, Cooper takes listeners inside the ... Read more

$27.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

One of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Inventors in History shares an insider’s story of the cellphone, how it changed the world—and a view of where it’s headed.While at Motorola in the 1970s, wireless communications pioneer Martin Cooper invented the first handheld mobile phone. But the cellphone as we know it today almost didn’t happen. Now, in Cutting the Cord, Cooper takes listeners inside the
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Satellite Communication Systems: Engineering and Operation

by SREEKUMAR V T ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Chris G ...

Unabridged

3 hours 6 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Welcome to "Satellite Communication Systems: Engineering and Operation," a comprehensive exploration into the intricate world of satellite communication. In an era where connectivity knows no bounds, satellites play a pivotal role in bridging distances, connecting communities, and facilitating a myriad of applications that shape our interconnected ... Read more

$3.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Welcome to "Satellite Communication Systems: Engineering and Operation," a comprehensive exploration into the intricate world of satellite communication. In an era where connectivity knows no bounds, satellites play a pivotal role in bridging distances, connecting communities, and facilitating a myriad of applications that shape our interconnected
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Digital Pilgrims

Towards a Quantum Humanity

by Adrián Sicilia ...

Narrated by Jennifer Moule ...

Unabridged

4 hours 41 min

The present has the texture of the future. Hyper-digitalization has made all questions outdated, especially: what are we going to do? For decades, we have been inhabiting and moving within the Digital Environment. Today, the unavoidable question is: what and who are we going to be?Digital Pilgrims proposes novel and urgent debates for a society that has been digitalizing itself for over fifty ... Read more

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The present has the texture of the future. Hyper-digitalization has made all questions outdated, especially: what are we going to do? For decades, we have been inhabiting and moving within the Digital Environment. Today, the unavoidable question is: what and who are we going to be?Digital Pilgrims proposes novel and urgent debates for a society that has been digitalizing itself for over fifty
... Read more
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Lightning Beneath the Sea

The Race to Wire the World and the Dawn of the Information Age

by James M. Tabor ...

Narrated by Lyle Blaker ...

Unabridged

11 hours 15 min

The thrilling story of the nineteenth century's moonshot: An Atlantic-spanning telegraph cable that created the global village and changed the world.In 1854, the American entrepreneur Cyrus Field set out to lay a 2,000-mile telegraph cable across the Atlantic. Nothing like it had ever been attempted, and Field knew nothing about electricity, telegraphy, ships, or oceans. But he believed that ... Read more

$35.99 CAD

The thrilling story of the nineteenth century's moonshot: An Atlantic-spanning telegraph cable that created the global village and changed the world.In 1854, the American entrepreneur Cyrus Field set out to lay a 2,000-mile telegraph cable across the Atlantic. Nothing like it had ever been attempted, and Field knew nothing about electricity, telegraphy, ships, or oceans. But he believed that
... Read more
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Cognitive Surplus

Creativity and Generosity in a Connected Age

by Clay Shirky ...

Narrated by Kevin Foley ...

Unabridged

6 hours 50 min

For decades, technology encouraged people to squander their time and intellect as passive consumers. Today, technology has finally caught up with human potential. In Cognitive Surplus, Internet guru Clay Shirky forecasts the thrilling changes we will all enjoy as new digital technology puts our untapped resources of talent and goodwill to use at last.Since we Americans were suburbanized and ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

For decades, technology encouraged people to squander their time and intellect as passive consumers. Today, technology has finally caught up with human potential. In Cognitive Surplus, Internet guru Clay Shirky forecasts the thrilling changes we will all enjoy as new digital technology puts our untapped resources of talent and goodwill to use at last.Since we Americans were suburbanized and
... Read more
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Call Center Interview Questions and Answers: The Guide Handbook

by Chetan Singh ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Parag G ...

Unabridged

2 hours 56 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Call Center Interview Questions and Answers: The Guide Handbook" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to ace their call center job interview. This guidebook is packed with practical tips and strategies for preparing for the interview, answering common and behavioral questions, and tackling technical questions with confidence.The Call Center job ... Read more

$11.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice."Call Center Interview Questions and Answers: The Guide Handbook" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to ace their call center job interview. This guidebook is packed with practical tips and strategies for preparing for the interview, answering common and behavioral questions, and tackling technical questions with confidence.The Call Center job
... Read more

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