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Guns, Greed, and the American Way of Violence

de Mike McIntire ...

Narrado por Alan Carlson ...

Completo

8 hora 24 minutos

Three-time Pulitzer Prize–winning writer Mike McIntire delivers the definitive story of the forces that shape gun culture and the American way of violence.Not too long ago, you could still envision a future for America not marked by gun idolatry, blood-stained classrooms, and empty offers of thoughts and prayers. Yet a witches’ brew of politics, money, and ideology has warped gun culture in the ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Three-time Pulitzer Prize–winning writer Mike McIntire delivers the definitive story of the forces that shape gun culture and the American way of violence.Not too long ago, you could still envision a future for America not marked by gun idolatry, blood-stained classrooms, and empty offers of thoughts and prayers. Yet a witches’ brew of politics, money, and ideology has warped gun culture in the
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Putin ist schuld!: Einseitige Zitate gegen die Einseitigkeit

de Andreas Straubinger ...

Narrado por Digitale Stimme Georg G ...

Completo

11 minutos

Dieses Hörbuch wird von einer digitalen Stimme vorgelesen.Etwas Unausgesprochenes liegt hinter unserer Fragestellung: nämlich die Annahme, dass die Ukraine das Opfer und Russland der Täter sei. ... Leer más

$1.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Dieses Hörbuch wird von einer digitalen Stimme vorgelesen.Etwas Unausgesprochenes liegt hinter unserer Fragestellung: nämlich die Annahme, dass die Ukraine das Opfer und Russland der Täter sei.
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J. Robert Oppenheimer: The Life and Legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer (Inside the Secret Race for the Atomic Bomb, the Brilliant Minds behind It, History’s Darkest)

de Walter Brown ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Matt G ...

Completo

1 horas 36 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.J. Robert Oppenheimer was a brilliant physicist best known for his role as the scientific leader of the Manhattan project, the secret program that developed the first atomic bombs during World War II. A highly intellectual and complex figure, Oppenheimer combined deep knowledge of physics with strong philosophical curiosity. Under his leadership at Los ... Leer más

$5.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.J. Robert Oppenheimer was a brilliant physicist best known for his role as the scientific leader of the Manhattan project, the secret program that developed the first atomic bombs during World War II. A highly intellectual and complex figure, Oppenheimer combined deep knowledge of physics with strong philosophical curiosity. Under his leadership at Los
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Nuclear Age Explained: From Splitting the Atom to Today’s Geopolitics in 10 Clear Lessons

de Adrian Holbrook ...

Narrado por Adrian Holbrook ...

Completo

1 horas 58 minutos

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Master the gripping geopolitical history and complex science of the atomic bomb without needing a physics degree. Perfect for an illuminating morning commute, this tense yet accessible narrative breaks down how invisible particles forged global security and pushed humanity to the brink of destruction.Transform your daily walk into a deep-focus learning experience as you navigate the high-stakes
... Leer más
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Nuclear Weapons History: From the First Chain Reaction to the Brink of Doomsday and the Future of Deterrence

de Thomas Gallagher ...

Narrado por Thomas Gallagher ...

Completo

2 hora 8 minutos

Uncover the tense military history of the atomic age, where abstract physics ignited a chilling Cold War arms race. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this gripping narrative reveals how humanity built weapons capable of ending civilization. You will journey from secretive crash programs of the Second World War to the uneasy balance of global deterrence.Settle in for an immersive listen that ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Uncover the tense military history of the atomic age, where abstract physics ignited a chilling Cold War arms race. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this gripping narrative reveals how humanity built weapons capable of ending civilization. You will journey from secretive crash programs of the Second World War to the uneasy balance of global deterrence.Settle in for an immersive listen that
... Leer más
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Cold Rivals

The New Era of US-China Strategic Competition

Narrado por Tom Parks ...

Completo

19 hora 1 minutos

Leading authorities analyze growing tensions in US-China relations and what this means for the futureThe US-China relationship is now defined by "strategic competition." In Cold Rivals, a distinguished group of scholars from the United States and China examine the reasons for this deterioration and its implications for world politics.The two countries are now competitors locked in a long-term ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Leading authorities analyze growing tensions in US-China relations and what this means for the futureThe US-China relationship is now defined by "strategic competition." In Cold Rivals, a distinguished group of scholars from the United States and China examine the reasons for this deterioration and its implications for world politics.The two countries are now competitors locked in a long-term
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Guns on the Internet

Online Gun Communities, First Amendment Protections, and the Search for Common Ground on Gun Control

de Connie Hassett-Walker ...

Narrado por Kelly Burke ...

Completo

6 hora 18 minutos

Gun rights and control are well-trodden subjects, with prior work supporting the right of citizens to own firearms, discussing the failure of gun control efforts, or warning about or exhorting citizen gun ownership, among other things. Although social media in their many forms have only come to dominate modern U.S. life during the past decade, there has been little academic exploration of gun ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Gun rights and control are well-trodden subjects, with prior work supporting the right of citizens to own firearms, discussing the failure of gun control efforts, or warning about or exhorting citizen gun ownership, among other things. Although social media in their many forms have only come to dominate modern U.S. life during the past decade, there has been little academic exploration of gun
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The Hawk and the Dove

Paul Nitze, George Kennan, and the History of the Cold War

de Nicholas Thompson ...

Narrado por Michael Prichard ...

Completo

15 hora 5 minutos

Only two Americans held positions of great influence throughout the Cold War; ironically, they were the chief advocates for the opposing strategies for winning—and surviving—that harrowing conflict. Both men came to power during World War II, reached their professional peaks during the Cold War's most frightening moments, and fought epic political battles that spanned decades. Yet despite their ... Leer más

$22.99 USD

Only two Americans held positions of great influence throughout the Cold War; ironically, they were the chief advocates for the opposing strategies for winning—and surviving—that harrowing conflict. Both men came to power during World War II, reached their professional peaks during the Cold War's most frightening moments, and fought epic political battles that spanned decades. Yet despite their
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Will They Ever Trust Us Again?

Letters From the War Zone

de Michael Moore ...

Narrado por Multiple readers ...

Completo

5 hora 12 minutos

American soldiers serve willingly. They risk their lives so the rest of us can be safe. The one small thing they ask is that they not be sent into harm's way unless it is absolutely necessary. But after being lied to about weapons of mass destruction and about the connection between al Qaeda and Iraq; after being forced by stop-loss orders to extend their deployment; after being undertrained, ... Leer más

$18.99 USD

American soldiers serve willingly. They risk their lives so the rest of us can be safe. The one small thing they ask is that they not be sent into harm's way unless it is absolutely necessary. But after being lied to about weapons of mass destruction and about the connection between al Qaeda and Iraq; after being forced by stop-loss orders to extend their deployment; after being undertrained,
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The Lands in Between

Russia vs. the West and the New Politics of Hybrid War

de Mitchell A. Orenstein ...

Narrado por Bob Johnson ...

Completo

6 hora 24 minutos

Russia's stealth invasion of Ukraine and its assault on the US elections in 2016 forced a reluctant West to grapple with the effects of hybrid war. While most citizens in the West are new to the problems of election hacking, state-sponsored disinformation campaigns, influence operations by foreign security services, and frozen conflicts, citizens of the frontline states between Russia and the ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

Russia's stealth invasion of Ukraine and its assault on the US elections in 2016 forced a reluctant West to grapple with the effects of hybrid war. While most citizens in the West are new to the problems of election hacking, state-sponsored disinformation campaigns, influence operations by foreign security services, and frozen conflicts, citizens of the frontline states between Russia and the
... Leer más
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Chemical Weapons: The Outlawed Horror That Still Stalks the Battlefield

de Michael Langford ...

Narrado por Michael Langford ...

Completo

1 horas 53 minutos

Step into the trenches of military history to explore the chilling evolution of toxic warfare and international law. Perfect for your morning commute, this intense historical deep-dive uncovers the gripping true stories of the scientists, soldiers, and diplomats who fought to contain a mass casualty reality.Whether you are seeking a sobering thought experiment during a long drive or a fascinating ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Step into the trenches of military history to explore the chilling evolution of toxic warfare and international law. Perfect for your morning commute, this intense historical deep-dive uncovers the gripping true stories of the scientists, soldiers, and diplomats who fought to contain a mass casualty reality.Whether you are seeking a sobering thought experiment during a long drive or a fascinating
... Leer más
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Project Maven

A Marine Colonel, His Team, and the Dawn of AI Warfare

de Katrina Manson ...

Narrado por Katrina Manson ...

Completo

13 hora 30 minutos

The dramatic story of the secretive decade-long Pentagon campaign to deliver America into the age of AI warfare.In 2017, a small crew gathered in a windowless Pentagon room to put AI at the heart of how America makes war. Led by Drew Cukor, an unyielding Marine Corps colonel driven by the deaths of US troops and the prospect of war with an AI-equipped China, the Project Maven team raced to send AI ... Leer más

$25.99 USD

The dramatic story of the secretive decade-long Pentagon campaign to deliver America into the age of AI warfare.In 2017, a small crew gathered in a windowless Pentagon room to put AI at the heart of how America makes war. Led by Drew Cukor, an unyielding Marine Corps colonel driven by the deaths of US troops and the prospect of war with an AI-equipped China, the Project Maven team raced to send AI
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Das Ende westlicher Dominanz

Die Neuordnung der multipolaren Welt

de Hermann Selchow ...

Narrado por Digitale Stimme Gabriel G ...

Abreviado

6 hora 26 minutos

Dieses Hörbuch wird von einer digitalen Stimme vorgelesen.Das Ende westlicher Dominanz – Die Neuordnung der multipolaren WeltDie Welt befindet sich in einem historischen Umbruch. Die jahrhundertelange Vorherrschaft des Westens bröckelt, während neue Machtzentren aufsteigen und die geopolitische Ordnung grundlegend verändern. China, Russland, die BRICS-Staaten und der Globale Süden fordern die ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Dieses Hörbuch wird von einer digitalen Stimme vorgelesen.Das Ende westlicher Dominanz – Die Neuordnung der multipolaren WeltDie Welt befindet sich in einem historischen Umbruch. Die jahrhundertelange Vorherrschaft des Westens bröckelt, während neue Machtzentren aufsteigen und die geopolitische Ordnung grundlegend verändern. China, Russland, die BRICS-Staaten und der Globale Süden fordern die
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The Dead Hand

The Untold Story of the Cold War Arms Race and its Dangerous Legacy

de David Hoffman ...

Narrado por Bob Walter ...

Abreviado

9 hora 35 minutos

**“A tour de force of investigative history.” —Steve CollThe Dead Hand is the suspense-filled story of the people who sought to brake the speeding locomotive of the arms race, then rushed to secure the nuclear and biological weapons left behind by the collapse of the Soviet Union—a dangerous legacy that haunts us even today.**The Cold War was an epoch of massive overkill. In the last half of the ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

**“A tour de force of investigative history.” —Steve CollThe Dead Hand is the suspense-filled story of the people who sought to brake the speeding locomotive of the arms race, then rushed to secure the nuclear and biological weapons left behind by the collapse of the Soviet Union—a dangerous legacy that haunts us even today.**The Cold War was an epoch of massive overkill. In the last half of the
... Leer más
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Hell Bomb, The

de William L. Laurence ...

Narrado por Nathan Edwards ...

Completo

3 hora 46 minutos

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and ... Leer más

$6.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

The Hell Bomb by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist William L. Laurence is a sobering, meticulously detailed account of the dawn of the hydrogen bomb era. Written in the early 1950s, this scientific and political examination offers a front-row perspective on one of the most terrifying technological advancements in human history. Drawing on firsthand experiences from his time at Los Alamos and
... Leer más
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J. Robert Oppenheimer: How One Person’s Idea Can Change the World (The Man Who Developed the Atomic Bomb, Ignited the Nuclear Age, and Grappled with the Weight of His Creation)

de Bobby Ouzts ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Martin G ...

Completo

4 hora

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This book explores the film's immersive portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life, the moral complexities of scientific innovation, and the enduring relevance of historical events. Through compelling storytelling, nuanced performances, and meticulous attention to historical accuracy, "Oppenheimer" prompts contemplation on the ethical responsibilities ... Leer más

$15.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This book explores the film's immersive portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life, the moral complexities of scientific innovation, and the enduring relevance of historical events. Through compelling storytelling, nuanced performances, and meticulous attention to historical accuracy, "Oppenheimer" prompts contemplation on the ethical responsibilities
... Leer más
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Has China Won?

The Chinese Challenge to American Primacy

de Kishore Mahbubani ...

Narrado por Aaron Abano ...

Completo

9 hora 58 minutos

**From a former President of the United Nations Security Council, an authoritative look at the US, China, and the defining geopolitical contest of the twenty-first century“Mahbubani has written an excellent and important book on the biggest question in international affairs: how will the relationship between the US and China evolve?” —Martin Wolf, Chief Economics Commentator,** Financial ... Leer más

$27.99 USD

**From a former President of the United Nations Security Council, an authoritative look at the US, China, and the defining geopolitical contest of the twenty-first century“Mahbubani has written an excellent and important book on the biggest question in international affairs: how will the relationship between the US and China evolve?” —Martin Wolf, Chief Economics Commentator,** Financial
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Blood Gun Money

How America Arms Gangs and Cartels

de Ioan Grillo ...

Narrado por Shawn Compton ...

Completo

12 hora 33 minutos

Bloomsbury presents Blood Gun Money by Ioan Grillo, read by Shawn Compton.“An eye-opening and riveting account of how guns make it into the black market and into the hands of criminals and drug lords.” –Adam WinklerFrom the author of El Narco and winner of the Maria Moors Cabot Prize, a searing investigation into the enormous black market for firearms, essential to cartels and gangs in the drug ... Leer más

$27.99 USD

Bloomsbury presents Blood Gun Money by Ioan Grillo, read by Shawn Compton.“An eye-opening and riveting account of how guns make it into the black market and into the hands of criminals and drug lords.” –Adam WinklerFrom the author of El Narco and winner of the Maria Moors Cabot Prize, a searing investigation into the enormous black market for firearms, essential to cartels and gangs in the drug
... Leer más
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The Origins of Victory

How Disruptive Military Innovation Determines the Fates of Great Powers

de Andrew F. Krepinevich, Jr ...

Narrado por Adam Barr ...

Completo

20 hora 31 minutos

This book by military strategist Andrew F. Krepinevich, Jr., is the definitive take on the race for military dominance in the twenty-first century. It shows how militaries that successfully pursue disruptive innovation can gain a major advantage over their rivals, while those that fail to do so risk exposing their countries to great danger.The Precision Warfare Revolution, introduced by the US ... Leer más

$29.99 USD

This book by military strategist Andrew F. Krepinevich, Jr., is the definitive take on the race for military dominance in the twenty-first century. It shows how militaries that successfully pursue disruptive innovation can gain a major advantage over their rivals, while those that fail to do so risk exposing their countries to great danger.The Precision Warfare Revolution, introduced by the US
... Leer más
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Banning the Bomb, Smashing the Patriarchy

de Ray Acheson ...

Narrado por Roxanne Black ...

Completo

13 hora 21 minutos

With so much at stake, from climate change and reproductive rights to threats from weapons of mass destruction and police brutality, the last decade has seen ordinary people take to the streets to challenge and change the way our governments and institutions legislate our future. Movements like #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo have had an incredible impact on public understandings and political ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

With so much at stake, from climate change and reproductive rights to threats from weapons of mass destruction and police brutality, the last decade has seen ordinary people take to the streets to challenge and change the way our governments and institutions legislate our future. Movements like #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo have had an incredible impact on public understandings and political
... Leer más
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The Dead Hand

The Untold Story of the Cold War Arms Race and its Dangerous Legacy

de David Hoffman ...

Narrado por Bob Walter ...

Completo

20 hora 46 minutos

**“A tour de force of investigative history.” —Steve CollThe Dead Hand is the suspense-filled story of the people who sought to brake the speeding locomotive of the arms race, then rushed to secure the nuclear and biological weapons left behind by the collapse of the Soviet Union—a dangerous legacy that haunts us even today.**The Cold War was an epoch of massive overkill. In the last half of the ... Leer más

$27.99 USD

**“A tour de force of investigative history.” —Steve CollThe Dead Hand is the suspense-filled story of the people who sought to brake the speeding locomotive of the arms race, then rushed to secure the nuclear and biological weapons left behind by the collapse of the Soviet Union—a dangerous legacy that haunts us even today.**The Cold War was an epoch of massive overkill. In the last half of the
... Leer más
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Great Again

How to Fix Our Crippled America

de Donald J. Trump ...

Narrado por Jeremy Lowell ...

Completo

4 hora 27 minutos

In this book (previously published as Crippled America), we’re going to look at the state of the world right now. It’s a terrible mess, and that’s putting it mildly. There has never been a more dangerous time. The politicians and special interests in Washington, DC, are directly responsible for the mess we are in. So why should we continue listening to them?It’s time to bring America back to its ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

In this book (previously published as Crippled America), we’re going to look at the state of the world right now. It’s a terrible mess, and that’s putting it mildly. There has never been a more dangerous time. The politicians and special interests in Washington, DC, are directly responsible for the mess we are in. So why should we continue listening to them?It’s time to bring America back to its
... Leer más
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True Colours

The 10th Spider Shepherd Thriller

de Stephen Leather ...

Narrado por Paul Thornley ...

Series Audiolibro 10 - The Spider Shepherd Thrillers
Completo

14 hora 42 minutos

Readers can't get enough of Dan 'Spider' Shepherd'I simply can't get enough of Spider Shepherd' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Spider Shepherd is the new James Bond' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This series just gets better and better' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Action packed, spine-chilling excitement' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A truly heart-racing read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Russian oligarchs are the world's new elite. They treat the world as their plaything,... ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Readers can't get enough of Dan 'Spider' Shepherd'I simply can't get enough of Spider Shepherd' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Spider Shepherd is the new James Bond' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This series just gets better and better' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Action packed, spine-chilling excitement' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A truly heart-racing read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐The Russian oligarchs are the world's new elite. They treat the world as their plaything,...
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Brief History of Biological Warfare, A: The Use of Disease as a Weapon

de Stephen Marlowe ...

Narrado por Stephen Marlowe ...

Completo

1 horas 53 minutos

Explore the dark intersection of military history and lethal contagion where disease becomes a devastating weapon of war. Perfect for a focused listening session, this gripping narrative transforms how you view human conflict. Discover how ancient armies and modern states weaponized pathogens with chilling precision.From poisoned wells to the terrifying potential of synthetic biology, this ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Explore the dark intersection of military history and lethal contagion where disease becomes a devastating weapon of war. Perfect for a focused listening session, this gripping narrative transforms how you view human conflict. Discover how ancient armies and modern states weaponized pathogens with chilling precision.From poisoned wells to the terrifying potential of synthetic biology, this
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