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Submersed

Wonder, Obsession, and Murder in the World of Amateur Submarines

by Matthew Gavin Frank ...

An exquisite, lyrical foray into the world of deep-sea divers, the obsession and madness that oceans inspire in us, and the story of submarine inventor Peter Madsen's murder of journalist Kim Wall—a captivating blend of literary prose, science writing, and true crime"[A] thrilling study of an obsession—to sink below the surface, to depths both metaphoric and in fact. Full of wild characters and ... Read more

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An exquisite, lyrical foray into the world of deep-sea divers, the obsession and madness that oceans inspire in us, and the story of submarine inventor Peter Madsen's murder of journalist Kim Wall—a captivating blend of literary prose, science writing, and true crime"[A] thrilling study of an obsession—to sink below the surface, to depths both metaphoric and in fact. Full of wild characters and
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College Jocks and Frat House Bros

Gay, Erotic Stories from University Life

by Matthew Cooper ...

Narrated by Gavin McAllister, Javi Wilder ...

Unabridged

7 hours 57 min

College. A time to figure out who you really are. Get out of your parents’ house and experience the world on your own. A time to try new things, experiment, and have the time of your life. Sure, there are the books and the classes and all those late nights studying in your dorm room. But the true college experience is about growing, learning, and discovering yourself—and what your body can do.The ... Read more

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College. A time to figure out who you really are. Get out of your parents’ house and experience the world on your own. A time to try new things, experiment, and have the time of your life. Sure, there are the books and the classes and all those late nights studying in your dorm room. But the true college experience is about growing, learning, and discovering yourself—and what your body can do.The
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Spyfunk!

by Milton Davis, Balogun Ojetade, Eugen Bacon, John F. Allen, Napoleon Wells, Keith Gaston, Joe Hilliard, William J. Jackson, Jeff Carroll, Tiara Jante', BJ Jones, Gavin Matthew, Dennis R. Upkins, Guy A. Sims, Russell A. Smith, R. Turner ...

Espionage, Intrigue, Secrets, Lies. Welcome to the world of Spyfunk!, a collection of spy tales that put characters of African/African Diaspora descent front and center. These exciting stories follow the rules and break them, ranging from range from conventional to extraordinary, the past to the future, and from reality to fantasy. Spyfunk! has the package, and it's more than ready to deliver! ... Read more

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Espionage, Intrigue, Secrets, Lies. Welcome to the world of Spyfunk!, a collection of spy tales that put characters of African/African Diaspora descent front and center. These exciting stories follow the rules and break them, ranging from range from conventional to extraordinary, the past to the future, and from reality to fantasy. Spyfunk! has the package, and it's more than ready to deliver!
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Have You Ever Wondered?

Finding the Everyday Clues to Meaning, Purpose, and Spirituality

by Andy Bannister, Gavin Matthews ...

Narrated by Andy Bannister, Claire Williams, Jonathan St. John, Judith Bareham ...

Unabridged

3 hours 40 min

Beauty. Justice. Identity. Love. Stories. Nature. Hope. These things intrigue us, move us and prompt us to ask big questions. Could there be clues in our deepest desires that point to life’s meaning? Have You Ever Wondered? invites you on an immersive tour through the issues that matter. This book is for anyone who has looked at a landscape and contemplated why we are drawn to beauty; or wondered ... Read more

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Beauty. Justice. Identity. Love. Stories. Nature. Hope. These things intrigue us, move us and prompt us to ask big questions. Could there be clues in our deepest desires that point to life’s meaning? Have You Ever Wondered? invites you on an immersive tour through the issues that matter. This book is for anyone who has looked at a landscape and contemplated why we are drawn to beauty; or wondered
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Submersed

Wonder, Obsession, and Murder in the World of Amateur Submarines

by Matthew Gavin Frank ...

Narrated by Mark Deakins ...

Unabridged

11 hours 13 min

An exquisite, lyrical foray into the world of deep-sea divers, the obsession and madness that oceans inspire in us, and the story of submarine inventor Peter Madsen's murder of journalist Kim Wall—a captivating blend of literary prose, science writing, and true crime"[A] thrilling study of an obsession—to sink below the surface, to depths both metaphoric and in fact. Full of wild characters and ... Read more

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An exquisite, lyrical foray into the world of deep-sea divers, the obsession and madness that oceans inspire in us, and the story of submarine inventor Peter Madsen's murder of journalist Kim Wall—a captivating blend of literary prose, science writing, and true crime"[A] thrilling study of an obsession—to sink below the surface, to depths both metaphoric and in fact. Full of wild characters and
... Read more

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Flight of the Diamond Smugglers

A Tale of Pigeons, Obsession, and Greed Along Coastal South Africa

by Matthew Gavin Frank ...

“Unforgettable. . . . An outstanding adventure in its lyrical, utterly compelling, and heartbreaking investigations of the world of diamond smuggling.” —Aimee NezhukumatathilFor nearly eighty years, a huge portion of coastal South Africa was closed off to the public. With many of its pits now deemed “overmined” and abandoned, American journalist Matthew Gavin Frank sets out across the infamous ... Read more

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“Unforgettable. . . . An outstanding adventure in its lyrical, utterly compelling, and heartbreaking investigations of the world of diamond smuggling.” —Aimee NezhukumatathilFor nearly eighty years, a huge portion of coastal South Africa was closed off to the public. With many of its pits now deemed “overmined” and abandoned, American journalist Matthew Gavin Frank sets out across the infamous
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Memoirs of Aaron Burr, Complete

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by Aaron Burr, Gavin Avery ...

In "Memoirs of Aaron Burr, Complete," the controversial figure Aaron Burr presents a captivating narrative that intricately weaves his personal history with the tumultuous events of early American politics. Written in a reflective yet candid literary style, Burr's memoir not only chronicles his life as a prominent founding father but also reveals the inner workings of political intrigue and ... Read more

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In "Memoirs of Aaron Burr, Complete," the controversial figure Aaron Burr presents a captivating narrative that intricately weaves his personal history with the tumultuous events of early American politics. Written in a reflective yet candid literary style, Burr's memoir not only chronicles his life as a prominent founding father but also reveals the inner workings of political intrigue and
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Advanced Concepts in Photovoltaics

Edited by Arthur J. Nozik, Gavin Conibeer, Matthew C Beard ...

Series Book 11 - Energy and Environment Series
Photovoltaic systems enable the sun’s energy to be converted directly into electricity using semiconductor solar cells. The ultimate goal of photovoltaic research and development is to reduce the cost of solar power to reach or even become lower than the cost of electricity generated from fossil and nuclear fuels. The power conversion efficiency and the cost per unit area of the phototvoltaic ... Read more

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Photovoltaic systems enable the sun’s energy to be converted directly into electricity using semiconductor solar cells. The ultimate goal of photovoltaic research and development is to reduce the cost of solar power to reach or even become lower than the cost of electricity generated from fossil and nuclear fuels. The power conversion efficiency and the cost per unit area of the phototvoltaic
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Mistrust, or Blanche and Osbright

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by Matthew Gregory Lewis, Gavin Avery ...

Matthew Gregory Lewis's "Mistrust, or Blanche and Osbright" intricately weaves a tale of romantic entanglement marked by themes of betrayal, desire, and moral uncertainty. Set against the backdrop of late 18th-century Gothic literature, Lewis employs a vivid narrative style infused with rich descriptions and emotive dialogue, creating an atmosphere that oscillates between the sublime and the ... Read more

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Matthew Gregory Lewis's "Mistrust, or Blanche and Osbright" intricately weaves a tale of romantic entanglement marked by themes of betrayal, desire, and moral uncertainty. Set against the backdrop of late 18th-century Gothic literature, Lewis employs a vivid narrative style infused with rich descriptions and emotive dialogue, creating an atmosphere that oscillates between the sublime and the
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Preparing the Ghost

An Essay Concerning the Giant Squid and Its First Photographer

by Matthew Gavin Frank ...

A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice SelectionNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by Shelf AwarenessMemory, mythology, and obsession collide in this “slyly charming” (New York Times Book Review) account of the giant squid.In 1874, Moses Harvey—eccentric Newfoundland reverend and amateur naturalist—was the first person to photograph the near-mythic giant squid, draping it over his ... Read more

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A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice SelectionNamed one of the Best Books of the Year by Shelf AwarenessMemory, mythology, and obsession collide in this “slyly charming” (New York Times Book Review) account of the giant squid.In 1874, Moses Harvey—eccentric Newfoundland reverend and amateur naturalist—was the first person to photograph the near-mythic giant squid, draping it over his
... Read more
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Flight of the Diamond Smugglers

A Tale of Pigeons, Obsession, and Greed Along Coastal South Africa

by Matthew Gavin Frank ...

Narrated by Jonathan Yen ...

Unabridged

7 hours 39 min

For nearly eighty years, a huge portion of coastal South Africa was closed off to the public. With many of its pits now deemed "overmined" and abandoned, American journalist Matthew Gavin Frank sets out across the infamous Diamond Coast to investigate an illicit trade that supplies a global market. Immediately, he became intrigued by the ingenious methods used in facilitating smuggling ... Read more

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For nearly eighty years, a huge portion of coastal South Africa was closed off to the public. With many of its pits now deemed "overmined" and abandoned, American journalist Matthew Gavin Frank sets out across the infamous Diamond Coast to investigate an illicit trade that supplies a global market. Immediately, he became intrigued by the ingenious methods used in facilitating smuggling
... Read more

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The Mad Feast

An Ecstatic Tour through America's Food

by Matthew Gavin Frank ...

Finalist for the Art of Eating PrizeA richly illustrated culinary tour of the United States through fifty signature dishes, and a radical exploration of our gastronomic heritage.Following his critically acclaimed Preparing the Ghost, renowned essayist Matthew Gavin Frank takes on America’s food. In a surprising style reminiscent of Maggie Nelson or Mark Doty, Frank examines a quintessential dish ... Read more

$23.99 USD

Finalist for the Art of Eating PrizeA richly illustrated culinary tour of the United States through fifty signature dishes, and a radical exploration of our gastronomic heritage.Following his critically acclaimed Preparing the Ghost, renowned essayist Matthew Gavin Frank takes on America’s food. In a surprising style reminiscent of Maggie Nelson or Mark Doty, Frank examines a quintessential dish
... Read more

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