Brandon C.
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The Taking of Jemima Boone
- Colonial Settlers, Tribal Nations, and the Kidnap That Shaped America
- De: Matthew Pearl
- Narrado por: Jeremy Arthur
- Duración: 6 h y 53 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 115
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 95
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 92
In this enthralling narrative in the tradition of Candice Millard and David Grann, Matthew Pearl unearths a forgotten and dramatic series of events from early in the Revolutionary War that opens a window into America’s transition from colony to nation, with the heavy moral costs incurred amid shocking new alliances and betrayals.
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5 out of 5 stars
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An American story with variety of perspectives
- De James en 11-12-21
- The Taking of Jemima Boone
- Colonial Settlers, Tribal Nations, and the Kidnap That Shaped America
- De: Matthew Pearl
- Narrado por: Jeremy Arthur
Enthralling story for any amateur historian
Revisado: 11-28-23
The kidnap happens so early in the book that it originally left me wondering what could be next, but what happens after IS the story. While at times the timeline jumps can be confusing, there thankfully are not many. Overall a great read!
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When the Heavens Went on Sale
- The Misfits and Geniuses Racing to Put Space Within Reach
- De: Ashlee Vance
- Narrado por: Ashlee Vance, Robert Petkoff
- Duración: 18 h y 20 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 180
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 154
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 155
Through immersive and intimate reporting, When the Heavens Went on Sale reveals the spectacular chaos of the new business of space, and what happens when the idealistic, ambitious minds of Silicon Valley turn their unbridled vision toward the limitless expanse of the stars. This is the tale of technology’s most pressing and controversial revolution, as told through fascinating characters chasing unimaginable stakes in the race to space.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Great Background for the New Rocket Startups
- De daniel kreigh en 05-27-23
- When the Heavens Went on Sale
- The Misfits and Geniuses Racing to Put Space Within Reach
- De: Ashlee Vance
- Narrado por: Ashlee Vance, Robert Petkoff
Fantastic
Revisado: 06-07-23
As a casual space enthusiast, I can say that this book was the perfect amount of technical and entertaining. I learned a lot about the companies and the general direction of the industry.
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2034
- A Novel of the Next World War
- De: Elliot Ackerman, Admiral James Stavridis USN
- Narrado por: Emily Woo Zeller, P.J. Ochlan, Vikas Adam, y otros
- Duración: 10 h y 49 m
- Versión completa
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General4 out of 5 stars 3,118
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 2,775
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Historia4 out of 5 stars 2,760
From two former military officers and award-winning authors comes a chillingly authentic geopolitical thriller that imagines a naval clash between the US and China in the South China Sea in 2034 - and the path from there to a nightmarish global conflagration.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Meh....
- De Ronald A McBroom-Teasley en 03-10-21
- 2034
- A Novel of the Next World War
- De: Elliot Ackerman, Admiral James Stavridis USN
- Narrado por: Emily Woo Zeller, P.J. Ochlan, Vikas Adam, Dion Graham, Feodor Chin
Great concept but disappointed by rushed ending
Revisado: 09-24-21
I picked this up on the recommendation of David Freidberg of the All In podcast, but I found it lacking. I have read a few WW3 scenarios novels and that probably taints my opinion a bit. This one felt like it couldn’t decide if the characters or the scenario was more important, while completely skipping over any of the significant drama.
In short, if you want better prognostications read anything by George Friedman, if you want better WW3 dramatization I would recommend Ghost Fleet by PW Singer.
Lastly, the author interview at end of this audiobook was worth while and probably added a star to the review. In it, the author states the overall mission is to provide a plausible scenario to combat a potentially catastrophic “failure of imagination”. I wholeheartedly agree with him, we need to be taking these scenarios a bit more serious.
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How to Avoid a Climate Disaster
- The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need
- De: Bill Gates
- Narrado por: Wil Wheaton, Bill Gates
- Duración: 7 h y 11 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 4,623
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 3,894
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 3,861
Bill Gates shares what he's learned in more than a decade of studying climate change and investing in innovations to address the problems, and sets out a vision for how the world can build the tools it needs to get to zero greenhouse gas emissions. Bill Gates explains why he cares so deeply about climate change and what makes him optimistic that the world can avoid the most dire effects of the climate crisis. Gates says, "We can work on a local, national, and global level to build the technologies, businesses, and industries to avoid the worst impacts of climate change."
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4 out of 5 stars
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Be curious, not furious
- De Axel Merk en 02-20-21
- How to Avoid a Climate Disaster
- The Solutions We Have and the Breakthroughs We Need
- De: Bill Gates
- Narrado por: Wil Wheaton, Bill Gates
Was it what I wanted?
Revisado: 03-04-21
I didn’t really have expectations, but this didn’t meet them. I enjoyed it, but can’t say that I learned anything exciting or new. Maybe it was just my personal headspace over the last few days or maybe it would of been better to get a physical copy and take it slow. Not sure. I guess if you are completely new to this topic this is a good read. I follow green energy mostly on the investment side and nothing struck me as fresh info here, though I’m probably also not the target audience.
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The Storm Before the Calm
- America's Discord, the Coming Crisis of the 2020s, and the Triumph Beyond
- De: George Friedman
- Narrado por: Bruce Turk
- Duración: 9 h y 16 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 1,495
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 1,265
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 1,260
In his riveting new book, noted forecaster and best-selling author George Friedman turns to the future of the United States. Examining the clear cycles through which the United States has developed, upheaved, matured, and solidified, Friedman breaks down the coming years and decades in thrilling detail.
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5 out of 5 stars
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For the kids, a golden age
- De C. Walker en 03-01-20
- The Storm Before the Calm
- America's Discord, the Coming Crisis of the 2020s, and the Triumph Beyond
- De: George Friedman
- Narrado por: Bruce Turk
Eye opening
Revisado: 06-28-20
I’m not sure that I have ever read a more consequential book in my life for me or my family. To be sure though, check back with me in 10 years or so.
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Walt Disney
- The Triumph of the American Imagination
- De: Neal Gabler
- Narrado por: Arthur Morey
- Duración: 33 h y 20 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 2,403
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 2,055
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 2,050
Walt Disney was a true visionary whose desire for escape, iron determination, and obsessive perfectionism transformed animation from a novelty to an art form, first with Mickey Mouse and then with his feature films–most notably Snow White, Fantasia, and Bambi.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Diane Disney
- De Amanda en 02-15-13
- Walt Disney
- The Triumph of the American Imagination
- De: Neal Gabler
- Narrado por: Arthur Morey
What a life...
Revisado: 04-10-19
Amazing and well told with this audiobook. I highly recommend 1.25x speed and the story of this great Americans life while keep you entertained and have you in tears at the end.
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