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    The Long Voyage of the Little Fleet: Family Law Series, Book 2 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 852min
    Lee's parents and their business partner, Gordon, found a class A habitable planet. They thought their quest as explorers was over and they'd live a life of ease. But before they could return and register their claim, Lee's parents died doing a survey of the surface. That left Lee two-thirds owner of the claim and their partner Gordon obligated by his word with her parents to raise Lee. She had grown up aboard the ship with her uncle Gordon and he was the only family she'd ever known. Him adopting her was an obvious arrangement to them. Other people didn't see it so clearly over the picky little fact that Gordon wasn't human.  After finding prejudice and hostility on several worlds Lee was of the opinion planets might be nice to visit, but terrible places to live. She wanted back in space exploring. Fortunately Gordon was agreeable and the income from their discovery made outfitting an expedition possible. Lee wanted to go deep-out where it was entirely unknown and the potential prizes huge. After all, if they kept exploring tentatively they might run up against the border of some bold star faring race who had gobbled up all the best real estate. It wasn't hard to find others of a like mind for a really long voyage. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Joe Hempel. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/tant/011163/bk_tant_011163_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Errant Contact , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 726min
    A survey crew of the human starship Geoffrey Laird lands on a small, unexplored planet quaintly named Fleece as part of a standard scientific mission. The planet looks benign, but a small mix-up with "hostile life-forms" has the three surviving members of the team on the run. Drik, Max, and Laree seek shelter in a small cave, completely cut off from their ship and communications. But it turns out the cave is anything but small. Kodo, frozen in stasis for almost 1,000 years, awakens to find everything he knew is gone. His fellow crewmembers are dead, his ship is a wreck, and his homeworld is gone. Only one other member of the crew survives - Kalaya, the Aurora's synthetic organism. Now, on top of it all, humans are on his ship! Humans, the universe's newest addition to deep space-faring races and a complete embarrassment to the galactic community, are on his ship. Could this get any worse? Yes, it can. Follow Kodo, Laree, and friends on their mission to escape Fleece and the human military eager to capture their ship. A mission filled with danger, laughter, spiteful hamsters, and sentient BLT sandwiches? Game show hosts? Space crickets? This is a light science fiction novel; if you are looking for discussions on quantum theory, then this is not the book for you. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Greg Tremblay. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/podm/000272/bk_podm_000272_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    In the Wake of the Dhow (eBook, PDF)
    The Arabian dhow, with its characteristic features, is one of the most evocative images of the Gulf, the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean. The great cargo dhows represented a flourishing trade which stretched from the Mediterranean up to China in the time of the Portuguese and the Dutch from the 16th to the 18th centuries. When the pearling industry was at its height in the 19th and early 20th centuries, hundreds of pearling dhows were actively employed, carrying thousands of seamen diving for the finest pearls, a commodity much sought by the Western powers. In times of war, the dhows were magnificent fighting vessels and associated with the piracy so prevalent in these waters. This book is a product of over two hundred interviews with shipwrights and seamen in the Arabian Gulf and Oman over a period of nine years. It compares information given firsthand with the literature already written on the dhow and on Arab seafaring in the past 70 years, much of which was simply technical. Documenting the dhow as an important element in the prosperity of the area before the discovery of oil, we find in this book the geographical conditions and the historical-linguistical background of each dhow-type, the life-pattern in its role as cargo, pearl-diving, pirate and slaving vessel and also how the sea faring communities interacted with the dhow world.
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    The Cruise of the Dazzler (eBook, ePUB)
    Joe Bronson a young, adventurous boy more interested in exploring than school is threatened with military school by his father when he fails an important exam. Taking his future in his hands, he leaves a farewell note for his father and escapes to Oakland where he joins the crew of the Dazzler under it's mysterious captain French Pete. In a rapturous sea faring adventure, Joe will be dragged in to a seedy world of crime and violence where he'll have to use his wits if he hopes to survive. With a thoughtful and compelling ending, this brilliant adventure novel with it's wonderfully constructed cast is perfect reading for anyone who loved 'Hook'.Jack London (1876-1916) was a pioneer, novelist, journalist and social activist. London was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity thanks to his pioneering work in commercial fiction and magazines. Additionally he is accredited as a major innovator in the genre we now know as science fiction. Growing up in a working class background and spending several years homeless, he was a passionate fighter for workers' rights, socialism, unionisation and animal rights. He would go on to be one of the highest paid authors in America thanks to his classics such as 'Call of the Wild', 'White fang' and 'Sea Wolf'.
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    Ms. Never , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 841min
    What do we give away when we click "I Agree" to the terms of service on our phones?Why are the billionaires desperately squirreling away all that money?Why do old photographs and songs hint at a history we can’t remember?Why do professional sports teams need new stadiums so often?And why is everyone so depressed?These are just a few mysteries that Ms. Never - a new novel by Colin Dodds - takes on (and possibly answers) in startling fashion.Farya Navurian seems like an ordinary young woman trying to get ahead in the city while struggling with depression. But her depression is anything but ordinary - it has the power to destroy time and space. Growing up the moody daughter of a space-faring hero of the Greater Anointed Imperial Ohioan Commonwealth, Farya annihilated most of that world and its history, leaving behind the husk-like Buckeye State.One day at a record swap, she meets Bryan, a divorced telecom CEO. More than record collecting, what they share is that they each carry a howling secret. Bryan’s business is a cover for a bigger operation that buys human souls and sells luxury afterlives using shady terms of service in mobile-phone contracts.The two of them fall in love, and as they start a life together, their secrets back them into a corner where they have to come clean - and take drastic steps - to save themselves, and possibly reality itself. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Aven Shore. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/170508/bk_acx0_170508_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Ms. Never , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 840min
    What do we give away when we click “I Agree” to the terms of service in our phones?Why are the billionaires squirreling away all that money?Why do old photographs and songs refer to a history we can’t remember?Why do professional sports teams need new stadiums so often?And why is everyone so depressed?These are just a few mysteries that Ms. Never - a new science fiction novel by Colin Dodds - takes on (and possibly solves) in startling fashion.Farya Navurian seems like an ordinary young woman trying to get ahead in the city while struggling with depression. But her depression is anything but ordinary - it has the power to destroy time and space. Growing up the moody daughter of a space-faring hero of The Greater Anointed Imperial Ohioan Commonwealth, Farya annihilated most of that world and its history, leaving behind the husk-like Buckeye State.One day, at a record swap, she meets Bryan, a divorced telecom CEO. More than record collecting, what they share is that they each carry a howling secret. Bryan’s business is a cover for a bigger operation that buys human souls and sells luxury afterlives using shady terms of service in mobile-phone contracts. The two of them fall in love, and as they start a life together, their secrets back them into a corner where they have to come clean - and take drastic steps - to save themselves, and possibly reality itself.Ms. Never is a distinctly 21st-century vision of consent, memory, and the ways we create and destroy the world every day.  ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Aven Shore. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/173131/bk_acx0_173131_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Norse Mythology: A Compelling Path Retracing Viking Mythology & Legacy. From Norse Gods to Heroes. Tales of Viking Myths, Beliefs, Rituals, and Legends. , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 209min
    Unveil the rich mythology and classic tales from the infamous Viking warriors.The Norse are a legendary people who ruled the seas across Scandinavia and Europe with an iron fist, making their place in history as a race of terrifying warriors with unending bravery and skill in combat. Their tales of raiding and pillaging brought with them a powerful and gripping mythos, detailing all-powerful Gods, world-changing wars, and fearsome beasts unlike any other.Now, this audiobook uncovers the secrets of the Norse mythology, delving into the classic and infamous tales which have inspired artists and storytellers for generations. From the mighty halls of Valhalla to the frozen land of the giants and the mythological tree which holds the realms together, you’ll be taken on a journey to explore the vibrant and captivating heart of these sea-faring people, uncovering terrifying monsters, impossible heroes, and the warlike Gods and Goddesses which inspired the Vikings in battle.Passed down through the ages and told with gripping detail and passion, these legendary sagas have stood the test of time to form a compelling and exciting series of tales, packed with dramatic wars, deceit and trickery, impossible deeds, and tales of love and humor. From the feats of the Thunder God Thor to Loki’s mischievous tricks and the endless battle against the giants, you’ll uncover the origin of Asgard’s unbreakable wall, the strange way the Norse believed the world began, and the fiery, world-ending battle which marks the end of days.Buy now to explore the incredible world of Norse mythology today. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Perdens Studio. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/193979/bk_acx0_193979_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Do You Really Need Spine Surgery?: Take Control with a Surgeon's Advice , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 547min
    Deciding whether to undergo spine surgery is one of the most important choices you will ever make. Author and spine surgeon Dr. David Hanscom has observed that in this era of corporate medicine, surgical decisions are often made quickly, without a complete evaluation or attempt at nonsurgical rehabilitation before proceeding. The result? The majority of spine operations are unnecessary, and many surgeries are performed on spines with normal, age-related conditions.  When performed for a specific anatomical problem with matching symptoms, the outcomes are consistently satisfying. Conversely, when surgery is conducted to address pain without a clear source, the consequences can be unpredictable, with a high percent of patients faring poorly or becoming much worse (catastrophic). A failed spinal surgery can virtually destroy one’s life. Additionally, when a patient’s nervous system is fired up from stress, results are often poor.  A common cry from patients is, “If I only knew how badly this could turn out, I would have never had this surgery.” The depth of frustration at making the wrong decision is beyond words, because there is no turning back. If you are facing a decision about spine surgery, Do You Really Need Spine Surgery? provides you and your medical providers important information to help make the best choice. All relevant variables are addressed and organized into a “treatment grid”, With this grid, you and your healthcare team can determine the most effective approach and course of action, with full consideration to the potential downside of a failed spinal surgery. Do You Really Need Spine Surgery? gives back control of the surgical decision to you, the patient. Take it! ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Braden Wright. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/182778/bk_acx0_182778_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    The Legendary Adventures of the Pirate Queens , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 506min
    The subtitle is A Serio-Comic Novel of Anne Bonny & Mary Read. It isn't the whole story of Anne and Mary; this is more like an origin story. The tale is essentially true in its outlines, but historical accuracy is occasionally overwhelmed by authorial invention. The scene is the Caribbean, 1718: Englishwoman Mary Read is forced to disguise herself as sailor Martin Read; then things get more complicated when she falls in love with another sailor, Peter Meredith, a brilliant man but rather clueless about the sea... who also has no idea that his best friend is a woman. To make matters worse, they're both captured by pirates. To make matters worse yet, one of the pirates is Anne Bonny, Southern belle turned scourge of the Caribbean. Anne takes a very strong liking to Martin Read - which enrages her lover, Captain Calico Jack Rackam. Mary's life becomes a whirlwind of intrigue, imprisonment, deadly duels, and unwanted sexual advances that are inappropriate even by the rather loose standards of 18th-century pirates. And there are other problems: the new Governor of the Bahamas wants to put an end to Anne Bonny's career, and a vicious enemy from Calico Jack's past is out for a bloody revenge. The only way out of all these various predicaments is for Mary Read and Anne Bonny to team up: to join swords and put their trust in each other and in no one else. Based on a true story, The Legendary Adventures of the Pirate Queens combines drama and comedy to tell the tale of two women who in ordinary times would never have met; and yet did meet, and went on to become the most fearsome pair of sea-faring hellions in the West Indies. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Shiromi Arserio. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/025196/bk_acx0_025196_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    The Galaxy Game , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 669min
    Karen Lord is one of today's most brilliant young talents. Her science fiction, like that of predecessors Ursula K. Le Guin and China Miéville, combines star-spanning plots, deeply felt characters, and incisive social commentary. With The Galaxy Game, Lord presents a gripping adventure that showcases her dazzling imagination as never before. On the verge of adulthood, Rafi attends the Lyceum, a school for the psionically gifted. Rafi possesses mental abilities that might benefit people... or control them. Some wish to help Rafi wield his powers responsibly; others see him as a threat to be contained. Rafi's only freedom at the Lyceum is Wallrunning: a game of speed and agility played on vast vertical surfaces riddled with variable gravity fields. Serendipity and Ntenman are also students at the Lyceum, but unlike Rafi, they come from communities where such abilities are valued. Serendipity finds the Lyceum as much a prison as a school, and she yearns for a meaningful life beyond its gates. Ntenman, with his quick tongue, quicker mind, and a willingness to bend if not break the rules, has no problem fitting in. But he too has his reasons for wanting to escape. Now the three friends are about to experience a moment of violent change as seething tensions between rival star-faring civilizations come to a head. For Serendipity, it will challenge her ideas of community and self. For Ntenman, it will open new opportunities and new dangers. And for Rafi, given a chance to train with some of the best Wallrunners in the galaxy, it will lead to the discovery that there is more to Wallrunning than he ever suspected... and more to himself than he ever dreamed. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Robin Miles. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/adbl/022444/bk_adbl_022444_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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