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A Study on the Influence of Ancient Chinese Cultural Classics Abroad in the Twentieth Century (eBook, PDF)

This book presents an extensive literary survey of the influence of ancient Chinese cultural classics around the globe, highlighting a mammoth research project involving over forty countries or regions and more than twenty languages. As the book reveals, ancient Chinese culture was introduced to East Asian countries or regions very early on; furthermore, after the late Ming Dynasty, Chinese "knowhow" and ideas increasingly made inroads into the West. In particular, the translation of and research on Chinese classics around the world have enabled Chinese culture to take root and blossom on an unprecedented scale. In addition to offering a valuable resource for readers interested in culture, the social sciences, and philosophy, the book blazes new trails for the study of ancient Chinese culture.

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Shades of Blue , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 503min

After months of successful work in Europe, musician Evan Horne returns to settle in the San Francisco Bay area, where he makes inroads into the jazz scene.Life is good until he gets a phone call from a Los Angeles attorney. Evan's old friend and former mentor, pianist Calvin Hughes, has died and left Evan all of his possessions.Sorting through Hughes's belongings in Los Angeles, Horne finds a cryptic note, a mysterious photo, and handwritten sheet music of songs from the landmark Miles Davis recordings "Birth of the Cool" and "Kind of Blue". Was Hughes the real composer? And what was his relationship with Evan's mother? A whirlwind journey ensues, taking Evan across the country to find answers. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Grover Gardner. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/002611/bk_blak_002611_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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Politics , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 587min

Over two millennia after its compilation, the Politics still offers much to consider with regards to political science. Aristotle's succinct and thoughtful analysis is based on his study of over 150 city constitutions and covers the gamut of political issues in order to establish which types of constitution are best, ideally as well as for particular circumstances, and how they may be maintained. Aristotle believed, as did his predecessor Plato, that an ideal constitution would be good in itself, in accordance with nature, and therefore is needed by man, 'a political animal', in order to fulfill his potential. Aristotle's thoughts on the subject became the foundation for further philosophical inroads on the subject made by St. Thomas Aquinas, Machiavelli, Jean Bodin, and Richard Hooker. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Bernard Mayes. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/001000/bk_blak_001000_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Hand of Glory: An Audio Play of the Original Story , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 78min

Mary Devereux tells Sherlock Holmes that her stepfather has obtained the corpses of two executed criminals, and is storing them in an outbuilding of the family seat in Warwickshire. Unknown men visit the house on Friday nights, and depart mysteriously in the family carriage, driven by her stepfather, who also appears to be making significant inroads into the family fortune. She implores Holmes to investigate, and as he and Watson explore the sleepy market town of Luckworth, they encounter dark and macabre secrets that shock them to their core. Along the way, Holmes loses his left canine tooth in the waiting-room at Charing-cross station, as mentioned in “The Adventure of the Empty House”. This is an audio play version of the adventure originally published in The Last Notes from the Dispatch-box of John H. Watson M.D. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Steve White. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/204815/bk_acx0_204815_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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Strong Medicine , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 924min

Explore the secretive pharmaceutical industry with the women and men who control it in Strong Medicine, an Arthur Hailey blockbuster. Celia de Gray makes inroads as the first saleswoman for Felding-Roth Pharmaceutical Company, but uncovers scandals, including inadequate testing of new prescription drugs and false advertising. She finds that her work, and her marriage to Dr. Andrew Jordan, pose difficult choices she didn't expect. The best-selling author of Hotel and Airport, Hailey here unlocks the doors of the giant drug industry for a frank, revealing glimpse of drugs, discoveries, deals, and deceptions. Written after three years of research, Strong Medicine is both a love story and a glimpse of the miracles and money that can possibly be made in the world of experimental drugs. A multi-voice production. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Arthur Brown, Norma Brink, Paul Drehr, Jim Cleary, Tim Burr. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/brll/001494/bk_brll_001494_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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Mac Davis, Hörbuch, Digital, 36min

It took 12 years for Mac Davis to find success in the music industry, first as a songwriter and later as a singer. Davis originally spent years working, going to college part time, and writing his own music. He later dropped out of college and pursued work in the music industry doing radio and sales promotions, all the while cutting bathroom demos while on the road for work. About five years later, Davis was transferred to the West Coast, where he finally found the inroads he was looking for, and his song, "A Little Less Conversation", was recorded by Elvis Presley. Years later, "Baby Don't Get Hooked on Me" led Davis to the top of both the country and pop charts as a singer in his own right. In two interviews from 1972 and '75, Davis discusses his journey from frustrated songwriter to successful singer. Language: English. Narrator: Wink Martindale. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/comm/000105/bk_comm_000105_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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Becoming More Effective on the Job , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 35min

Why are some employees admired, favored, and even coveted by bosses, coworkers, and team members, while others, who might be equally talented never seem to enjoy such approval? Professional speaker Jeff Davidson has written such books as Marketing Your Career and Yourself, The Complete Guide to Public Speaking, and The 60 Second Innovator. In Getting Ahead on The Job, he highlights the difference between those who are able to leverage what they do for optimal gain versus those who simply keep their nose to the grindstone. Every time you step into the office or switch on your laptop or mobile device, you have the opportunity to both make greater inroads within your organization and propel your career ahead. After listening to this riveting discussion even once, you'll be on the high road to greater success. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Jeff Davidson. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/004617/bk_blak_004617_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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The Little Green Book of Chairman Rahma , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 789min

A novel about saving the environment through totalitarian repression - by Frank Herbert's son Brian. A revolution has taken over the government of the United States, and the environment has been saved. All pollution has been banned and reversed. It's a bright, green new world. But this new world comes at a great cost. The United States is ruled by a fascist green police state, and the corporations are fighting back. Joining them is an increasing number of rebels angered by the dictatorship of Chairman Rahma. The chairman's power is absolute and appears strong, but cracks are beginning to show as new weapons are developed by the old corporate powers, foreign alliances begin to make inroads into America's influence…and strange reports of mutants filter through the government's censorship. The Little Green Book of Chairman Rahma is both thrilling and thought-provoking, revealing that human greed can poison even the most righteous intentions. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Scott Brick. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/006742/bk_blak_006742_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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Pivot Point: True Time Series, Book 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 292min

A fugitive brought them together. Fate gave them a second chance... Fiery US Marshal Blake Parsons is on the hunt for a dangerous fugitive. Time is running out, and the locals in the small Tennessee town aren't much help at all. Just when she's almost given up hope, fate strikes in the form of deja vu and a rendezvous with stunning local doctor Naomi Preston. As sparks fly, Naomi agrees to make inroads with the residents and help Blake find the killer. When a massive flood strikes the town, the search begins to heat up. Will they catch the killer amidst the chaos, or will fate turn Blake and Naomi into his next victims? Pivot Point is a gripping romantic thriller set in the Deep South. If you like fast-paced action, sizzling chemistry, and a touch of humor, then you'll love Tess Manchester's tale of deja vu and a deadly killer. Buy Pivot Point to see how fate intervenes today! Book 1 in the True Time series. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Sarah-Jane Charlton. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/115022/bk_acx0_115022_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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The Widows of Eastwick: A Novel , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 657min

More than three decades have passed since the events described in John Updike's The Witches of Eastwick. The three divorcées - Alexandra, Jane, and Sukie - have left town, remarried, and become widows. They cope with their grief and solitude as widows do: they travel the world, to such foreign lands as Canada, Egypt, and China, and renew old acquaintance. Why not, Sukie and Jane ask Alexandra, go back to Eastwick for the summer? The old Rhode Island seaside town, where they indulged in wicked mischief under the influence of the diabolical Darryl Van Horne, is still magical for them. Now Darryl is gone, and their lovers of the time have aged or died, but enchantment remains in the familiar streets and scenery of the village, where they enjoyed their lusty primes as free and empowered women. And, among the local citizenry, there are still those who remember them, and wish them ill. How they cope with the lingering traces of their evil deeds, the shocks of a mysterious counterspell, and the advancing inroads of old age, form the burden of Updike's delightful, ominous sequel. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Kate Reading. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/rand/001604/bk_rand_001604_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.

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