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Calling Bullshit

The Art of Skepticism in a Data-Driven World

by Carl T. Bergstrom, Jevin D. West ...

Narrated by Patrick Zeller ...

Unabridged

10 hours 17 min

Bullshit isn’t what it used to be. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a world of fake news and bad data.Misinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound and it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s true. Our media environment has become hyperpartisan. Science is conducted by press release. Startup culture elevates bullshit to high ... Read more

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Bullshit isn’t what it used to be. Now, two science professors give us the tools to dismantle misinformation and think clearly in a world of fake news and bad data.Misinformation, disinformation, and fake news abound and it’s increasingly difficult to know what’s true. Our media environment has become hyperpartisan. Science is conducted by press release. Startup culture elevates bullshit to high
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Mastering Logical Fallacies

The Definitive Guide to Flawless Rhetoric and Bulletproof Logic

by Michael Withey ...

Narrated by Steven Crossley ...

Unabridged

4 hours 22 min

Your argument is valid and you know it; yet once again you find yourself leaving a debate feeling defeated and embarrassed. The matter is only made worse when you realize that your defeat came at the hands of someone's abuse of logic—and that with the right skills you could have won the argument.The ability to recognize logical fallacies when they occur is an essential life skill. Mastering ... Read more

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Your argument is valid and you know it; yet once again you find yourself leaving a debate feeling defeated and embarrassed. The matter is only made worse when you realize that your defeat came at the hands of someone's abuse of logic—and that with the right skills you could have won the argument.The ability to recognize logical fallacies when they occur is an essential life skill. Mastering
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Cultish

The Language of Fanaticism

by Amanda Montell ...

Narrated by Ann Marie Gideon ...

Unabridged

8 hours 21 min

“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers“At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don't realize you're in one till it's too late.”—Refinery29.comThe New York Times-bestselling author of The Age of ... Read more

$25.99 USD

“One of those life-changing reads that makes you see—or, in this case, hear—the whole world differently.” —Megan Angelo, author of Followers“At times chilling, often funny, and always perceptive and cogent, Cultish is a bracing reminder that the scariest thing about cults is that you don't realize you're in one till it's too late.”—Refinery29.comThe New York Times-bestselling author of The Age of
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Short Stories in Spanish for Beginners

Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn Spanish the fun way!

by Olly Richards ...

Narrated by Javier Marzan ...

Series series Readers
Unabridged

4 hours 30 min

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in Spanish for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most ... Read more

$13.99 USD

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in Spanish for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most
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The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross

A Study of the Nature and Origins of Christianity Within the Fertility Cults of the Ancient Near East

by John M. Allegro ...

Narrated by Martyn Swain ...

Unabridged

10 hours 33 min

Where did God come from? What do the bible stories really tell us? Who or what was Jesus Christ? This book challenges everything we think we know about the nature of religion: -The ancient fertility cult at the heart of Christianity. -The living power of cultic rites and symbols. -The sacred mushroom as the emblem and embodiment of divinity. -The secret meaning of biblical myths. -The language of ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Where did God come from? What do the bible stories really tell us? Who or what was Jesus Christ? This book challenges everything we think we know about the nature of religion: -The ancient fertility cult at the heart of Christianity. -The living power of cultic rites and symbols. -The sacred mushroom as the emblem and embodiment of divinity. -The secret meaning of biblical myths. -The language of
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The Spell of the Sensuous

Perception and Language in a More-Than-Human World

by David Abram ...

Narrated by Sean Runnette ...

Unabridged

12 hours 4 min

For a thousand generations, human beings viewed themselves as part of the wider community of nature, and they carried on active relationships not only with other people but with other animals, plants, and natural objects (including mountains, rivers, winds, and weather patterns) that we have only lately come to think of as "inanimate." How, then, did humans come to sever their ancient reciprocity ... Read more

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For a thousand generations, human beings viewed themselves as part of the wider community of nature, and they carried on active relationships not only with other people but with other animals, plants, and natural objects (including mountains, rivers, winds, and weather patterns) that we have only lately come to think of as "inanimate." How, then, did humans come to sever their ancient reciprocity
... Read more
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Short Stories in German for Beginners

Read for pleasure at your level, expand your vocabulary and learn German the fun way!

by Olly Richards, Alex Rawlings ...

Narrated by Gido Schimanski ...

Series series Readers
Unabridged

3 hours 12 min

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most ... Read more

$13.99 USD

An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners."I love Olly's work - and you will too!" - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of New York Times bestseller A Mind for NumbersShort Stories in German for Beginners has been written especially for students from beginner to intermediate level, designed to give a sense of achievement, and most
... Read more
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Algospeak

How Social Media Is Transforming the Future of Language

by Adam Aleksic ...

Narrated by Adam Aleksic ...

Unabridged

5 hours 46 min

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From linguist Adam Aleksic, known as @etymologynerd on social media, comes a captivating exploration of how internet algorithms are transforming language and communication in unprecedented ways.“Packed with fascinating facts, of-the-moment observations, and a sparkling voice, Algospeak is a gift to any word nerd. Deftly covering everything from emoji etymologies and ... Read more

$18.99 USD

**NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From linguist Adam Aleksic, known as @etymologynerd on social media, comes a captivating exploration of how internet algorithms are transforming language and communication in unprecedented ways.“Packed with fascinating facts, of-the-moment observations, and a sparkling voice, Algospeak is a gift to any word nerd. Deftly covering everything from emoji etymologies and
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Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes

Life and Language in the Amazonian Jungle

by Daniel L. Everett ...

Narrated by Daniel Everett ...

Unabridged

10 hours 45 min

Daniel Everett, then a Christian missionary, arrived among the Pirahã in 1977—with his wife and three young children—intending to convert them. What he found was a language that defies all existing linguistic theories and reflects a way of life that evades contemporary understanding: The Pirahã have no counting system and no fixed terms for color. They have no concept of war or of personal ... Read more

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Daniel Everett, then a Christian missionary, arrived among the Pirahã in 1977—with his wife and three young children—intending to convert them. What he found was a language that defies all existing linguistic theories and reflects a way of life that evades contemporary understanding: The Pirahã have no counting system and no fixed terms for color. They have no concept of war or of personal
... Read more
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Speak With No Fear

by Mike Acker ...

Narrated by Mike Acker ...

Unabridged

2 hours 49 min

Do you HATE public speaking? Are you TERRIFIED to stand in front of people? When you think of speaking, do you get nervous, anxious, even sweaty? You don’t have to be afraid any longer.It can seem like everyone is a gifted speak when you watch TED talks or compare yourself to skilled co-workers giving presentations. Don't get caught up in comparison. Instead, take action to improve YOUR ability ... Read more

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Do you HATE public speaking? Are you TERRIFIED to stand in front of people? When you think of speaking, do you get nervous, anxious, even sweaty? You don’t have to be afraid any longer.It can seem like everyone is a gifted speak when you watch TED talks or compare yourself to skilled co-workers giving presentations. Don't get caught up in comparison. Instead, take action to improve YOUR ability
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Symposium, the Apology, and the Allegory of the Cave

by Plato ...

Narrated by Jonathan Cowley ...

Unabridged

4 hours 58 min

This collection brings together three of Plato's most enduring classics: the Symposium, the Apology, and the famous "Allegory of the Cave" from the Republic.The Symposium, a dialogue on the nature and purpose of love centered around the ideals of beauty and goodness, is arguably the deepest inquiry of its kind in Western philosophy. The Apology, Plato's account of the speech given by Socrates at ... Read more

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This collection brings together three of Plato's most enduring classics: the Symposium, the Apology, and the famous "Allegory of the Cave" from the Republic.The Symposium, a dialogue on the nature and purpose of love centered around the ideals of beauty and goodness, is arguably the deepest inquiry of its kind in Western philosophy. The Apology, Plato's account of the speech given by Socrates at
... Read more
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The Elements of Eloquence

Secrets of the Perfect Turn of Phrase

by Mark Forsyth ...

Narrated by Don Hagen ...

Unabridged

5 hours 29 min

From classic poetry to pop lyrics, from Charles Dickens to Dolly Parton, even from Jesus to James Bond, Mark Forsyth explains the secrets that make a phrase—such as “O Captain! My Captain!” or “To be or not to be”—memorable.In his inimitably entertaining and wonderfully witty style, he takes apart famous phrases and shows how you too can write like Shakespeare or quip like Oscar Wilde. Whether you ... Read more

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From classic poetry to pop lyrics, from Charles Dickens to Dolly Parton, even from Jesus to James Bond, Mark Forsyth explains the secrets that make a phrase—such as “O Captain! My Captain!” or “To be or not to be”—memorable.In his inimitably entertaining and wonderfully witty style, he takes apart famous phrases and shows how you too can write like Shakespeare or quip like Oscar Wilde. Whether you
... Read more
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More Than Words

How Talking Sharpens the Mind and Shapes Our World

by Maryellen MacDonald PhD ...

Narrated by Maryellen MacDonald PhD ...

Unabridged

8 hours 59 min

The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our livesHumans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out that while talking allows us to share ideas and connect with one another, it isn’t just for ... Read more

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The groundbreaking science of how and why we talk, and how this ability impacts every area of our livesHumans are the only species that can transform internal ideas into talk, whether through speech, writing, or sign language. But why do we have this almost magical, special talent? It turns out that while talking allows us to share ideas and connect with one another, it isn’t just for
... Read more
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Language City

The Fight to Preserve Endangered Mother Tongues in New York

by Ross Perlin ...

Narrated by Ross Perlin ...

Unabridged

10 hours 53 min

Half of all 7,000-plus human languages may disappear over the next century and when they're gone, it will be forever. Ross Perlin, a linguist and codirector of the Manhattan-based non-profit Endangered Language Alliance, is racing against time to map little-known languages across the most linguistically diverse city in history: contemporary New York. Perlin recounts the unique history of ... Read more

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Half of all 7,000-plus human languages may disappear over the next century and when they're gone, it will be forever. Ross Perlin, a linguist and codirector of the Manhattan-based non-profit Endangered Language Alliance, is racing against time to map little-known languages across the most linguistically diverse city in history: contemporary New York. Perlin recounts the unique history of
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Palimpsest

A History of the Written Word

by Matthew Battles ...

Narrated by Matthew Battles ...

Unabridged

6 hours 53 min

Why does writing exist? What does it mean to those who write? Born from the interplay of natural and cultural history, the seemingly magical act of writing has continually expanded our consciousness. Portrayed in mythology as either a gift from heroes or a curse from the gods, it has been used as both an instrument of power and a channel of the divine; a means of social bonding and of individual ... Read more

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Why does writing exist? What does it mean to those who write? Born from the interplay of natural and cultural history, the seemingly magical act of writing has continually expanded our consciousness. Portrayed in mythology as either a gift from heroes or a curse from the gods, it has been used as both an instrument of power and a channel of the divine; a means of social bonding and of individual
... Read more
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Why Are Some People So Deceptive?

Is Being Deceptive Easier Than Changing Our Words?

by Loran Joly ...

Unabridged

11 min

Why are some people so much more deceptive than others?Wayne Dyer wrote a book, for instance, "Pulling Your Own Strings", and discussed deception.Secondly, why do so many of us find it so difficult, in general, to overcome certain "limiting beliefs"? Despite this being the twenty-first century, when we have landed and walked on the moon, and may well be colonizing Mars soon?Perhaps, as Gloria ... Read more

$5.00 USD

Why are some people so much more deceptive than others?Wayne Dyer wrote a book, for instance, "Pulling Your Own Strings", and discussed deception.Secondly, why do so many of us find it so difficult, in general, to overcome certain "limiting beliefs"? Despite this being the twenty-first century, when we have landed and walked on the moon, and may well be colonizing Mars soon?Perhaps, as Gloria
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Slang: The Rebel Words That Keep Outrunning the Dictionary

by Gareth Lindholm ...

Narrated by Gareth Lindholm ...

Unabridged

1 hour 49 min

Uncover the rebellious linguistic history of how underground slang outsmarts strict grammar rules to shape pop culture. Perfect for an energizing morning commute or a curious afternoon of deep listening, this fascinating history proves the official rulebook is always late to the party. Language acts as a dynamic tool for identity, survival, and joyful creative play.Whether you need a captivating ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Uncover the rebellious linguistic history of how underground slang outsmarts strict grammar rules to shape pop culture. Perfect for an energizing morning commute or a curious afternoon of deep listening, this fascinating history proves the official rulebook is always late to the party. Language acts as a dynamic tool for identity, survival, and joyful creative play.Whether you need a captivating
... Read more
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Word Wise

Say What You Mean, Deepen Your Connections, and Get to the Point

by Will Jelbert ...

Narrated by Ralph Lister ...

Unabridged

6 hours 30 min

Supercharge your speech to get what you want out of every conversation with this fun and practical guide to verbal vividness.An eye-opening guide on how we talk and write to one another, Word Wise explores 400+ of the most common cases of word trash (filler words, hyperbole, and abstractions) and word power (verbs of action, ear candy, onomatopoeia). Examining social media, the language of Donald ... Read more

$24.99 USD

Supercharge your speech to get what you want out of every conversation with this fun and practical guide to verbal vividness.An eye-opening guide on how we talk and write to one another, Word Wise explores 400+ of the most common cases of word trash (filler words, hyperbole, and abstractions) and word power (verbs of action, ear candy, onomatopoeia). Examining social media, the language of Donald
... Read more
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Richard Iii (Unabridged)

by William Shakespeare ...

Narrated by AI Marcus ...

Unabridged

3 hours 58 min

Please note: This audiobook has been created using AI voice. After the bloody battle at Tewksbury and the second dethroning of Henry VI, England and its citizens are finally able to enjoy peace under the reign of Edward IV. The remaining Lancastrian leaders are either killed or scattered to the four winds. Within the kingdom, not everyone is happy with their new king—and when Edward falls ill, his ... Read more

$2.99 USD

Please note: This audiobook has been created using AI voice. After the bloody battle at Tewksbury and the second dethroning of Henry VI, England and its citizens are finally able to enjoy peace under the reign of Edward IV. The remaining Lancastrian leaders are either killed or scattered to the four winds. Within the kingdom, not everyone is happy with their new king—and when Edward falls ill, his
... Read more
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Learn Portuguese while you sleep - 1000 phrases for beginners

by 1000-words.com ...

Narrated by AI Voice Will, AI Voice Sarah ...

Unabridged

2 hours 31 min

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Learn Portuguese anytime, anywhere — while you sleep, drive, walk, study, or work out.1000 Words is your calm and immersive way to master Portuguese through audio.Each episode helps you expand your vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and understand real Portuguese — without stress, screens, or interruptions.In this audiobook, you’ll hear 1000 essential ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Learn Portuguese anytime, anywhere — while you sleep, drive, walk, study, or work out.1000 Words is your calm and immersive way to master Portuguese through audio.Each episode helps you expand your vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and understand real Portuguese — without stress, screens, or interruptions.In this audiobook, you’ll hear 1000 essential
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The Secret Seekers

A Book Detective’s Quest to Crack the Coded Messages of History’s Most Brilliant Women

by Vanessa Braganza ...

Narrated by Vanessa Braganza ...

Unabridged

7 hours

Read by the AuthorCoded messages, hidden carvings, ciphered pendants: what if the secrets of the women of Renaissance England are hidden in plain sight?Now celebrated as an artistic and literary golden age, the Renaissance was more complicated—and turbulent—than we remember, especially for women. Royals vied for political leverage, plotted one another’s downfalls, and carried out illicit affairs. ... Read more

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Read by the AuthorCoded messages, hidden carvings, ciphered pendants: what if the secrets of the women of Renaissance England are hidden in plain sight?Now celebrated as an artistic and literary golden age, the Renaissance was more complicated—and turbulent—than we remember, especially for women. Royals vied for political leverage, plotted one another’s downfalls, and carried out illicit affairs.
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下一句怎么说：顺畅对话背后的隐性结构

by 曹秀芸 ...

Narrated by 曹秀芸 ...

Unabridged

2 hours 26 min

告别社交焦虑与冷场尴尬，打破人际沟通中的卡壳困境，掌握让你在任何聊天场景中都能游刃有余的隐性对话结构。当你再次面对无话可说的窒息瞬间时，大脑将不再一片空白，而是能立刻调动出清晰的逻辑，精准接住对方抛来的情绪与话题。放弃死记硬背那些花哨却无效的固定话术吧，真正顺畅的交流建立在对彼此期待的深刻洞察之上。这段实用且治愈的聆听体验，将为你搭建起一套简单好记的认知框架，带你彻底摆脱人际交往中的紧绷感，重获开口表达的松弛与自信。你将在本书中发现：• 精准识别对话目的：跳出字句表象，看透每一次交谈背后的真实期待与核心功能。• 告别冷场的实战技巧：学会平稳转换话题、化解尴尬沉默，在误解发生时迅速将氛围拉回正轨。• 搭建专属内部模型：掌握倾听、回应与追问的三大主线，让前言后语如流水般自然衔接。• 建立共同关注的秘诀：从开场破冰到顺畅收尾，全流程拆解高质量互动的底层运行逻辑。• 摒弃套路台词的沟通心法 ... Read more

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告别社交焦虑与冷场尴尬，打破人际沟通中的卡壳困境，掌握让你在任何聊天场景中都能游刃有余的隐性对话结构。当你再次面对无话可说的窒息瞬间时，大脑将不再一片空白，而是能立刻调动出清晰的逻辑，精准接住对方抛来的情绪与话题。放弃死记硬背那些花哨却无效的固定话术吧，真正顺畅的交流建立在对彼此期待的深刻洞察之上。这段实用且治愈的聆听体验，将为你搭建起一套简单好记的认知框架，带你彻底摆脱人际交往中的紧绷感，重获开口表达的松弛与自信。你将在本书中发现：• 精准识别对话目的：跳出字句表象，看透每一次交谈背后的真实期待与核心功能。• 告别冷场的实战技巧：学会平稳转换话题、化解尴尬沉默，在误解发生时迅速将氛围拉回正轨。• 搭建专属内部模型：掌握倾听、回应与追问的三大主线，让前言后语如流水般自然衔接。• 建立共同关注的秘诀：从开场破冰到顺畅收尾，全流程拆解高质量互动的底层运行逻辑。• 摒弃套路台词的沟通心法
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Rapid Cantonese, Vol. 1

by Earworms Learning, Marlon Lodge, Eva Wan ...

Narrated by Marlon Lodge, Eva Wan ...

Unabridged

1 hour 17 min

Earworms MBT is a revolutionary accelerated technique that takes the hard work out of learning a new language. By repeatedly listening to melodies specially composed with rhythmic repetitions of Cantonese and English, you will pick up essential words and phrases that will not only be on the tip of your tongue but burned deeply into your long-term memory in next to no time.If you like music and ... Read more

$14.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Earworms MBT is a revolutionary accelerated technique that takes the hard work out of learning a new language. By repeatedly listening to melodies specially composed with rhythmic repetitions of Cantonese and English, you will pick up essential words and phrases that will not only be on the tip of your tongue but burned deeply into your long-term memory in next to no time.If you like music and
... Read more
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Words We Once Knew

Recovering the Language That Makes Us Human

by Jeff Gatlin ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Brian E ...

Unabridged

5 hours 46 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Words are not just tools we use. They are the containers that hold our understanding of the world.Over time, those containers can crack.In Words We Once Knew, Jeff Gatlin examines what happens when the language that once helped people describe reality—words like common sense, tolerance, hero, responsibility ... Read more

$14.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Words are not just tools we use. They are the containers that hold our understanding of the world.Over time, those containers can crack.In Words We Once Knew, Jeff Gatlin examines what happens when the language that once helped people describe reality—words like common sense, tolerance, hero, responsibility
... Read more

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