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These Strange New Minds

How AI Learned to Talk and What It Means

by Christopher Summerfield ...

Narrated by Rufus Wright ...

Unabridged

12 hours 34 min

An insider look at the Large Language Models (LLMs) that are revolutionizing our relationship to technology, exploring their surprising history, what they can and should do for us today, and where they will go in the future—from an AI pioneer and neuroscientistIn this accessible, up-to-date, and authoritative examination of the world’s most radical technology, neuroscientist and AI researcher ... Read more

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An insider look at the Large Language Models (LLMs) that are revolutionizing our relationship to technology, exploring their surprising history, what they can and should do for us today, and where they will go in the future—from an AI pioneer and neuroscientistIn this accessible, up-to-date, and authoritative examination of the world’s most radical technology, neuroscientist and AI researcher
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The Pregnant Widow

by Martin Amis ...

Narrated by Rufus Wright ...

Unabridged

6 hours 13 min

In the heat-soaked summer of 1970, twenty-year-old Keith Nearing, a literature-obsessed student, navigates the confusing new freedoms of love and lust during a holiday in an Italian castle. Surrounded by beautiful women, political awakenings, and shifting gender roles, Keith becomes both participant in and bewildered observer of a cultural revolution whose consequences he—and the novel—are still ... Read more

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In the heat-soaked summer of 1970, twenty-year-old Keith Nearing, a literature-obsessed student, navigates the confusing new freedoms of love and lust during a holiday in an Italian castle. Surrounded by beautiful women, political awakenings, and shifting gender roles, Keith becomes both participant in and bewildered observer of a cultural revolution whose consequences he—and the novel—are still
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Dead to Me

Their love is dead. But only he can keep her alive - Perfect for fans of Gone Girl

by Gytha Lodge ...

Narrated by Gytha Lodge, Ina Marie Smith, Tom Stourton, Rufus Wright, Chris Thompson ...

Unabridged

11 hours 58 min

**Brought to you by Penguin.You thought he was the one. You broke his heart. But now, he might be the only one who can save your life...**Anna and Reid weren't meant to be, apparently. She's a fiery American journalist; he's a stoic British detective - it was nice while it lasted, and then it really wasn't.And Anna is over it now anyway. She's on the scent of a career-making story - a suspicious ... Read more

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**Brought to you by Penguin.You thought he was the one. You broke his heart. But now, he might be the only one who can save your life...**Anna and Reid weren't meant to be, apparently. She's a fiery American journalist; he's a stoic British detective - it was nice while it lasted, and then it really wasn't.And Anna is over it now anyway. She's on the scent of a career-making story - a suspicious
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Tumanbay: The Complete Series 1-4

The BBC Radio epic full-cast saga

by John Dryden, Mike Walker ...

Narrated by John Sessions, Raad Rawi, Full Cast, Danny Ashok, Anton Lesser, Matthew Marsh, Alexander Siddig, Rufus Wright, Olivia Popica, Nabil Elouahabi ...

Unabridged

26 hours 22 min

An engrossing, expansive historical fantasy drama, inspired by the Mamluk slave dynasty of EgyptTumanbay: the wealthiest city on earth. The beating heart of a vast empire. A city of dreams, where those who once arrived as slaves now hold power, and merchants, artists and warriors live side-by-side in peace. But this magnificent city is under threat. A rebellion in a far-off province, led by 'Queen ... Read more

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An engrossing, expansive historical fantasy drama, inspired by the Mamluk slave dynasty of EgyptTumanbay: the wealthiest city on earth. The beating heart of a vast empire. A city of dreams, where those who once arrived as slaves now hold power, and merchants, artists and warriors live side-by-side in peace. But this magnificent city is under threat. A rebellion in a far-off province, led by 'Queen
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The Mysterious Case of the Missing Crime Writer

A Mystery

by Ragnar Jónasson ...

Narrated by Cicely Whitehead, Jane Slavin, Rufus Wright ...

Series Audiobook 2 - Helgi
Unabridged

5 hours 54 min

The next thrilling golden-age-style mystery from #1 Icelandic bestseller Ragnar Jónasson, author of Death at the Sanatorium and Reykjavík. This program features multicast narration as well as sound design and special effects to enhance your enjoyment**. Listen out for the click and hiss of the tape recorder, and fully immerse yourself in the interview recordings.**One winter evening, bestselling ... Read more

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The next thrilling golden-age-style mystery from #1 Icelandic bestseller Ragnar Jónasson, author of Death at the Sanatorium and Reykjavík. This program features multicast narration as well as sound design and special effects to enhance your enjoyment**. Listen out for the click and hiss of the tape recorder, and fully immerse yourself in the interview recordings.**One winter evening, bestselling
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The World of the Cold War

1945-1991

by Vladislav Zubok ...

Narrated by Rufus Wright ...

Unabridged

13 hours 16 min

**Brought to you by Penguin.A sweeping, original history of the Cold War, from an acclaimed historian of the USSR**Why did the Cold War erupt so soon after the Second World War? How did it escalate so rapidly, spanning five continents over six decades? And what led to the spectacular collapse of the Soviet Union?In this comprehensive guide to the most widespread conflict in contemporary history, ... Read more

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**Brought to you by Penguin.A sweeping, original history of the Cold War, from an acclaimed historian of the USSR**Why did the Cold War erupt so soon after the Second World War? How did it escalate so rapidly, spanning five continents over six decades? And what led to the spectacular collapse of the Soviet Union?In this comprehensive guide to the most widespread conflict in contemporary history,
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Rupert of Hentzau

by Anthony Hope ...

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Unabridged

8 hours 12 min

An incriminating love-letter from the Queen of Ruritania to Rudolph Rassendyll, the hero of The Prisoner of Zenda, is intercepted by the dastardly villain Rupert of Hentzau, who is intent on causing trouble for the Royal Family. Rassendyll is forced to return to save the day and again assume his impersonation of King Rudolph. Once more he is embroiled in a world of deception, intrigue, deadly ... Read more

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An incriminating love-letter from the Queen of Ruritania to Rudolph Rassendyll, the hero of The Prisoner of Zenda, is intercepted by the dastardly villain Rupert of Hentzau, who is intent on causing trouble for the Royal Family. Rassendyll is forced to return to save the day and again assume his impersonation of King Rudolph. Once more he is embroiled in a world of deception, intrigue, deadly
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Made in America

The dark history that led to Donald Trump, from the award-winning political broadcaster

by Edward Stourton ...

Narrated by Edward Stourton ...

Unabridged

6 hours 9 min

Brought to you by Penguin.Trump’s second term, even more than his first, is often called ‘unprecedented’. But history shows that Trump and his policies are as American as apple pie…Much of what Donald Trump does seems maverick and even mad. His actions and policy pronouncements are a stark rupture from the American style of leadership that we have lived with all our lives. But whether we like them ... Read more

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Brought to you by Penguin.Trump’s second term, even more than his first, is often called ‘unprecedented’. But history shows that Trump and his policies are as American as apple pie…Much of what Donald Trump does seems maverick and even mad. His actions and policy pronouncements are a stark rupture from the American style of leadership that we have lived with all our lives. But whether we like them
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Sacrifice

A Year in the Life of a Champion Jockey

by Oisin Murphy ...

Narrated by Oisin Murphy ...

Unabridged

6 hours 44 min

THE THRILLING AND SEARINGLY HONEST MEMOIR FROM FIVE-TIME CHAMPION JOCKEY OISIN MURPHY.Born prematurely, weighing less than a bag of sugar, Oisin Murphy’s life has always been one of struggle.From a young age he found communion with horses. Mesmerised by their power, their spirit, he discovered a gift for the saddle. Oisin quickly established himself as one of horseracing’s most prodigious talents ... Read more

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THE THRILLING AND SEARINGLY HONEST MEMOIR FROM FIVE-TIME CHAMPION JOCKEY OISIN MURPHY.Born prematurely, weighing less than a bag of sugar, Oisin Murphy’s life has always been one of struggle.From a young age he found communion with horses. Mesmerised by their power, their spirit, he discovered a gift for the saddle. Oisin quickly established himself as one of horseracing’s most prodigious talents
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Becoming George

The Invention of George Sand

by Fiona Sampson ...

Narrated by Fiona Sampson ...

Unabridged

10 hours 43 min

A long-overdue reappraisal of the groundbreaking nineteenth-century writer who reshaped the literary and social norms of her age.By the age of thirty, the young woman who was born Aurore Dupin in 1804 in a Paris garret had become the internationally renowned George Sand. In English, her novels were outselling even Victor Hugo. Her enormous and radical corpus would grow to include seventy novels, ... Read more

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A long-overdue reappraisal of the groundbreaking nineteenth-century writer who reshaped the literary and social norms of her age.By the age of thirty, the young woman who was born Aurore Dupin in 1804 in a Paris garret had become the internationally renowned George Sand. In English, her novels were outselling even Victor Hugo. Her enormous and radical corpus would grow to include seventy novels,
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A Sharp Scratch

A dark and deliciously twisted new novel from the bestselling author of The Things We Do To Our Friends

by Heather Darwent ...

Narrated by Abigail Lawrie ...

Unabridged

8 hours 33 min

**Brought to you by Penguin.From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Things We Do To Our Friends, comes a timely, gripping novel about the dark underbelly of wellness culture**We can fix you.It's a promise that Betsy has heard far too many times. From the child psychologist, from her husband, and from the wellness trends that scream at her from her screen.So far, it's been a lie.But this ... Read more

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**Brought to you by Penguin.From the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Things We Do To Our Friends, comes a timely, gripping novel about the dark underbelly of wellness culture**We can fix you.It's a promise that Betsy has heard far too many times. From the child psychologist, from her husband, and from the wellness trends that scream at her from her screen.So far, it's been a lie.But this
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Darling Mine

prepare to be hooked by this unputdownable true crime thriller

by Romy Hausmann ...

Narrated by Colleen Prendergast, Geoff Leesley, Peter Caulfield, Sara Poyzer ...

Unabridged

14 hours

'Hausmann is a force to be reckoned with' DAVID BALDACCIShe went missing decades ago.He is still looking for her . . .Julie Nowak has been missing since 7th September 2003. It broke her family. Only her father, Theo, doesn't give up on her. On the 20th anniversary of her disappearance, Theo is contacted by podcaster Liv. She's come across a new lead. But if Theo wants to find out the truth he must ... Read more

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'Hausmann is a force to be reckoned with' DAVID BALDACCIShe went missing decades ago.He is still looking for her . . .Julie Nowak has been missing since 7th September 2003. It broke her family. Only her father, Theo, doesn't give up on her. On the 20th anniversary of her disappearance, Theo is contacted by podcaster Liv. She's come across a new lead. But if Theo wants to find out the truth he must
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