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    Bold: Her Liberation , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 16min
    Forget about societal expectations of a woman for a moment where “women should be submissive”. Women who embrace their sexuality can be viewed as “fast or immoral”. Depending on your culture, women should not have an opinion about sex, and there is that unspoken requirement about being a virgin but still having experience. Women should have the right curves, but not be too curvy, and maybe skinny. Women should act, talk, and look a certain way that is often defined by one’s culture and what was heard and seen. It is impossible and unrealistic to live up to the expectations of society. The pressure created for women in today’s society can be very daunting and overwhelming.  Unfortunately, or maybe not, in this gripping book of poetry, Toya did not sugarcoat her feelings to fit into the invisible box that the society created for women. Toya defied all odds when she rose above her depression and physical pain, like the mythical phoenix bird. Even her very close encounter with mortality in 1996 did not prepare Toya for the dramatic sequence of events that she experienced after her injury on February 22, 2017.  Although Toya was surrounded by her doting family, she felt all alone. Her family suspected that she suffered emotional pain and tried their best to support her, but this was not enough. Toya wore her mask well as her need for companionship and sexual intimacy amplified. She struggled with her emotional roller-coaster ride as well as her embarrassment for her lustful desires. Perplexed and flabbergasted, Toya wrestled with this dangerous concoction of depression and sensual desires.  Toya resorted to writing and found escape in the underworld of her fantasyland. Toya’s excursion empowered and led her to the ultimate freedom that she sought. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Toya J. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/163061/bk_acx0_163061_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Emotional Manipulation Tactics and Examples , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 267min
    Manipulation is a hidden psychological device, the purpose of which is to force a person, contrary to his interests, to perform the actions you need. An essential factor of manipulation is to make sure that a person himself wants to do it.Someone will ask, “Why not just ask for a human?” And by what to ask, it’s not always easy. In some cases, this is not at all appropriate. Regardless of the scale, any request is still the responsibility. By asking, we confess our desires, somewhere in helplessness, somewhere in unprofessionalism. Also, opening up to another person (which in itself is often fraught) and asking him about something, we must understand that the response request will not take long. And who wants to be obliged? That is why people often resort to manipulative influence (from the innocent to the most immoral and arrogant).Sometimes, people resort to manipulation for fear that they will be refused, or after they have already been refused their request. Imagine your request did not have a proper understanding, but for you, it is a matter of life and death. What to do? Offended, you might have burst into tears, squeezed out something dramatically painful, put an ultimatum, or resorted to blackmail. Not everyone can stand here. Is that familiar? But what we can all do is manipulate. To the best of our moral beliefs, abilities, capabilities, and goals, we use various methods. The goals can be different, because what is manipulation is an instrument of influence on people, and it all depends on what hands it is in. Like a knife, it can serve as a murder weapon and can be a tool in a surgical operation.We can say that manipulation is the wrong way to achieve the desired. But, only who will say that? Anyone who does not know what manipulation is and has never used it. Are there such people? Probably, only hermits and monks. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Michael Stuhre. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/179048/bk_acx0_179048_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    The Kamikazes: The History of Japan's World War II Suicide Pilots , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 88min
    One of the most fascinating aspects of World War II was Japan's use of suicide pilots known around the globe as kamikazes, though the Japanese referred to them as Tokubetsu kōgekitai ("Special Attack Units"). Translated as "God Wind", "Divine Wind", and "God Spirit", kamikazes would sink 47 Allied vessels and damage over 300 by the end of the war, but the rise in the use of kamikaze attacks was evidence of the loss of Japan's air superiority and its waning industrial might. This method of fighting would become more common by the time Iwo Jima was fought over in early 1945, and it was especially prevalent during the invasion of Okinawa in April 1945. The "privilege" of being selected as a kamikaze pilot played directly into the deep-seated Japanese mindset of "death before defeat". The pilot training manual assured each kamikaze candidate that when they eliminated all thoughts of life and death, fear of losing the earthly life can be easily overcome. Still, not all cases of those chosen to be kamikazes were equally noble. Recruits were trained with torturous regimens or corporal punishment, and stories of mental impairment caused by drugs or saki abound. Some were described as "tottering" and dazed, being carried to their planes by maintenance officers, and forcibly pushed in if they backed down. Pilots who could not find their targets were told to turn around and spare their own lives for another day, but if a pilot returned nine times, he was to be shot. At the moment of collision, he was instructed to keep his eyes open at all times, and to shout "Hissatsu" ("clear kill"). The Kamikazes chronicles the history of Japan's famous suicide pilots and explains when, why, and how Japan resorted to their use near the end of war. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Stan Chandler. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/034713/bk_acx0_034713_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Ra: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Egyptian God of the Sun , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 88min
    Africa may have given rise to the first human beings, and Egypt probably gave rise to the first great civilizations, which continue to fascinate modern societies across the globe nearly 5,000 years later. From the Library and Lighthouse of Alexandria to the Great Pyramid at Giza, the Ancient Egyptians produced several wonders of the world, revolutionized architecture and construction, created some of the world’s first systems of mathematics and medicine, and established language and art that spread across the known world. With world-famous leaders like King Tut and Cleopatra, it’s no wonder that today’s world has so many Egyptologists. Although the Egyptians may not have passed their civilization directly on to later peoples, the key elements that comprised Egyptian civilization, including their religion, early ideas of state, and art and architecture, can be found among other civilizations. For instance, civilizations far separated in time and space, such as China and Mesoamerica, possessed key elements that were similar to those found in ancient Egypt. Indeed, since Egyptian civilization represented some fundamental human concepts, a study of their culture can be useful when trying to understand many other pre-modern cultures. To the ancient Egyptians, as was the case with any society made up of inquiring humans, the world was a confusing and often terrifying place of destruction, death and unexplained phenomena. In order to make sense of such an existence, they resorted to teleological stories. Giving a phenomenon a story made it less horrifying, and it also helped them make sense of the world around them. Unsurprisingly, then, the ancient Egyptian gods permeated every aspect of existence. Given the abundance of funerary artifacts that have been found within the sands of Egypt, it sometimes seems as though the Ancient Egyptians were more concerned with the matters of the afterlife than they were with matters of the life they experienced f ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Dan Gallagher. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/132561/bk_acx0_132561_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Anubis: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Egyptian God of the Afterlife , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 89min
    To the ancient Egyptians, as was the case with any society made up of inquiring humans, the world was a confusing and often terrifying place of destruction, death, and unexplained phenomena. In order to make sense of such an existence, they resorted to teleological stories. Giving a phenomenon a story made it less horrifying, and it also helped them make sense of the world around them. Unsurprisingly, then, the ancient Egyptian gods permeated every aspect of existence. Given the abundance of funerary artifacts that have been found within the sands of Egypt, it sometimes seems as though the ancient Egyptians were more concerned with the matters of the afterlife than they were with matters of the life they experienced from day to day. This is underscored most prominently by the pyramids, which have captured the world’s imagination for centuries. Thus, it’s little surprise Anubis was one of the most important gods in the Egyptian pantheon. The image of Anubis, with his jet-black jackal's head downturned in merciless judgment, continues to inspire artists and neo-Pagans today. There is something about this somber figure that has made him stand the test of time and allowed him to survive while so many gods and goddesses have fallen from memory in the wake of newer religions that are aided by a more interconnected world. Perhaps it is because Anubis is associated with death, or maybe it’s because the lack of references to him in Egypt’s literary and archaeological record invites multiple interpretations. It also may be due to his appearances in the most emotive works of ancient Egyptian art, notably the vignettes from tombs depicting the mysterious journey of the dead, which beckon viewers to imagine an unearthly, poetic view of death so far removed from modern conceptions. In a sense, Anubis is both awful and majestic.To the ancient Egyptians, however, Anubis evolved over millennia, and even though his image may strike fear into modern hearts, in ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Dan Gallagher. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/130193/bk_acx0_130193_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Double Impact: Karl Adams Espionage Thriller Series, Book 4 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 374min
    CIA officer Karl Adams has become a Russian SVR officer. He is also living with a beautiful GRU officer in Moscow, the daughter of the general in charge of the GRU, general of the army, and minister of defense. He is now undercover so deep that his own agency has no idea what he’s doing.The CIA has resorted to old-school dead drops to contact Karl. The Russians are actively recruiting agents worldwide, but especially across the Baltic region, attempting to build hegemony over former satellite states. A sequence of events brings intelligence officers on a path toward Russia, where Karl and his girlfriend are currently recruiting a network of agents that could influence operations across the world.Now, Karl has a major dilemma. If he does his job with the SVR too well, he could undermine his position in the CIA. But what he uncovers in the old Russian capital of St. Petersburg could change the delicate balance of power between East and West.“A damned good writer.” (David Hagberg, New York Times best-selling author)“I enjoyed it very much...akin to Ludlum and Higgins...your background and writing skill should make this one a slam dunk.” (Dale Brown, New York Times best-selling author)“Nonstop action and intrigue from the first page! Get this book and enjoy the thrill ride!” (Scott McEwen, number one New York Times best-selling co-author of American Sniper on Cyber Shot) “Watch out Jason Bourne, you had met your match with Jake Adams!” (Suspense Magazine)“Not as technical and certainly shorter than Tom Clancy’s books but can be read in lieu of them.” (Library Journal)“Trevor Scott never fails to please.” (Midwest Book Review) “Author Trevor Scott takes us on a thrill ride full of spycraft, geo-political espionage, advanced weaponry, treason, and a man’s fine appreciation for the female body, even when its owner is a stone killer.” (Jules Brenner, Mystery ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Daniel F. Purcell. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/214920/bk_acx0_214920_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Seth: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Egyptian God Who Killed Osiris to Usurp the Throne , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 90min
    Africa may have given rise to the first human beings, and Egypt probably gave rise to the first great civilizations, which continue to fascinate modern societies across the globe nearly 5,000 years later. From the Library and Lighthouse of Alexandria to the Great Pyramid at Giza, the Ancient Egyptians produced several wonders of the world, revolutionized architecture and construction, created some of the world’s first systems of mathematics and medicine, and established language and art that spread across the known world. With world-famous leaders like King Tut and Cleopatra, it’s no wonder that today’s world has so many Egyptologists. To the ancient Egyptians, as was the case with any society made up of inquiring humans, the world was a confusing and often terrifying place of destruction, death and unexplained phenomena. In order to make sense of such an existence, they resorted to teleological stories. Giving a phenomenon a story made it less horrifying, and it also helped them make sense of the world around them. Unsurprisingly, then, the ancient Egyptian gods permeated every aspect of existence. In the first dynastic period there is a symbolic depiction of the earliest form of kingship. The symbol consisted of the “Two Ladies and Two Lords”. The Ladies were the goddesses Nekhbet and Wadjyt, who represented the Upper and Lower kingdoms of Egypt, each with her crown of either White or Red; the Two Lords were the conflicting gods Horus and Seth. The contention between these two gods was transmuted into real-world conflict when, during the Second Dynasty, king Peribsen chose to put the mysterious “Seth Animal” above his name, thus favoring one of the “Two Lords” over the other. Peribsen kept this close association with Seth, betraying the earlier kingly association with Horus, until king Khasekhemwy dethroned him and placed both gods' animals above his own name and declared “the Two Lords are at rest”. The modern historian Geraldine Pinch suggests t ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Dan Gallagher. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/119121/bk_acx0_119121_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    The Shipwreck of the Essex: The History of the Fateful Expedition That Inspired Moby Dick , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 82min
    I turned around and saw him about 100 rods [500 m or 550 yards] directly ahead of us, coming down with twice his ordinary speed of around 24 knots (44 km/h), and it appeared with tenfold fury and vengeance in his aspect. The surf flew in all directions about him with the continual violent thrashing of his tail. His head about half out of the water, and in that way he came upon us, and again struck the ship. (Owen Chase, First Mate aboard the Essex) Although Herman Melville was a popular writer during his day, he had become mostly obscure until a literary revival in the early 20th century resurrected his legacy. At the forefront of the revival was the book that is now considered a classic around the globe, and one of the greatest American novels ever written: Moby Dick. The novel is about Captain Ahab hunting a whale named Moby Dick, with a sailor named Ishmael narrating the story. Throughout the novel Ishmael speculates upon concepts such as good and evil, society and religion, and by the time the novel ends, readers come to understand that the novel's plot and characters (including the whale itself) are comprised of metaphors and allegories that Melville leaves for readers to interpret for themselves. However, while Moby Dick remains a staple among students, Melville was actually inspired by a true story: the shipwreck of the whaleship Essex in 1820. While it was always dangerous to work on a whaleship, the Essex was the first known American ship to be badly damaged by a massive sperm whale's attack, and though whales would sink other ships in the ensuing decades, the entire ordeal encountered by the crew made headlines when the survivors were rescued. When the Essex was wrecked, its crew of 21 tried to survive on uninhabited islands and resorted to desperate measures, including cannibalism of those who began to die. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Joseph Chialastri. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/038419/bk_acx0_038419_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Unit 731: The Forgotten Asian Auschwitz , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 83min
    Unit 731: The Forgotten Asian Auschwitz, by Derek Pua, is not for the faint of heart. It is, however, for anyone wanting to more clearly understand the extent of Imperial Japanese war crimes. This brief, dispassionate, and factual book outlines the creation and development of Unit 731, an organization that employed thousands of Japanese scientists who conducted nightmarish experiments on an untold number of human guinea pigs, all in the name of medical research.  Even if one cannot stomach the details included in Unit 731: The Forgotten Asian Auschwitz, a basic knowledge of these atrocities should be more widely known, if only in the hope that history will never repeat itself in this horrific manner." (Kathryn Atwood, author, kathrynatwood.com) The Japanese invasion of China during the Second Sino-Japanese war has left a strong legacy of hate and disgust among many Chinese today. Much of the atrocities committed by the Japanese are now known to most historians. By far, the most despicable and forgotten act against humanity committed by the Imperial Japanese government was its covert biochemical weapons program. Euphemistically labelled as the "Epidemic Prevention and Water Purification Department" of the Imperial Japanese Army, the Japanese conducted a wide range of cruel and inhumane experiments on prisoners who were often innocent.  Under the leadership of Dr. Shiro Isshi, the department subjected three thousand to 250 thousand innocent men, women, and children to cruel experiments and medical procedures that were carried out by the brightest medical students and staff that Imperial Japan had to offer. In a bid to develop its own germ warfare capability, the government of Imperial Japan resorted to incredibly deprived and inhumane methods of experimentation, like infecting prisoners with virulent strains of anthrax, plague, cholera, and other diseases. These prisoners were often subject to excruciating vivisections wit ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Cathi Colas. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/115664/bk_acx0_115664_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Thoth: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Egyptian God Who Maintains the Universe , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 99min
    Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of ancient Egyptian civilization was its inception from the ground up, as the ancient Egyptians had no prior civilization they could use as a template. In fact, ancient Egypt itself became a template for the civilizations that followed. The Greeks and the Romans were so impressed with Egyptian culture that they often attributed many attributes of their own culture - usually erroneously - to the Egyptians. To the ancient Egyptians, as was the case with any society made up of inquiring humans, the world was a confusing and often terrifying place of destruction, death, and unexplained phenomena. In order to make sense of such an existence, they resorted to teleological stories. Giving a phenomenon a story made it less horrifying, and it also helped them make sense of the world around them. Unsurprisingly, then, the ancient Egyptian gods permeated every aspect of existence. Baboons held a prestigious place in Egyptian religion. They were kept as sacred animals in many temples because contemporary Egyptians considered them the original religious observers, particularly with respect to the sun god Re. Ancient Egyptians took the wild baboons stretching on their hind legs, forelegs raised to the sky, to be an oration to the sun god at dawn. Furthermore, these ancient ancestors of the land of Egypt were greeted at dawn by the concatenations of the baboons nattering, which the religious-minded took to be an early-morning devotion. They even believed the baboons spoke the original language of religion, and a claim they could understand baboons was often one asserted by certain members of the priestly class.However, it is his association with the ibis that most defines Thoth’s visual imagery. Since the ancient Egyptians believed the universe arose from the swamplike waters of Nun, it was the water bird that garnered the most prestigious veneration. Birds like geese, herons, and the ibises were associated with this perio ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Dan Gallagher. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/123395/bk_acx0_123395_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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