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They Called Me a Lioness
- A Palestinian Girl's Fight for Freedom
- By: Ahed Tamimi, Dena Takruri
- Narrated by: Dena Takruri
- Length: 8 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Ahed Tamimi is a world-renowned Palestinian activist, born and raised in the small West Bank village of Nabi Saleh, which became a center of the resistance to Israeli occupation when an illegal, Jewish-only settlement blocked off its community spring....
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Worst purchase ever
- By Anonymous User on 22-03-2024
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Israel
- A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country on Earth
- By: Noa Tishby
- Narrated by: Noa Tishby
- Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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A “fascinating and very moving” (Aaron Sorkin, award-winning screenwriter of The West Wing and The Social Network) chronological timeline spanning from Biblical times to today that explores one of the most interesting countries in the world—Israel....
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Bais and fabrication of facts.
- By Anonymous User on 29-08-2022
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Orientalism
- By: Edward Said
- Narrated by: Peter Ganim
- Length: 19 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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This landmark book, first published in 1978, remains one of the most influential books in the Social Sciences, particularly Ethnic Studies and Postcolonialism....
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Brilliant
- By Jarad McMahon on 02-04-2017
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Muhammad
- His Life Based on the Earliest Sources
- By: Martin Lings
- Narrated by: Sean Barrett
- Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
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This excellent audiobook is the first of its kind and has been selected by a number of organisations as a worthy introduction to the life of Prophet Muhammad....
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Loved the book.
- By Bilal A. on 01-12-2020
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Fiasco
- The American Military Adventure in Iraq
- By: Thomas E. Ricks
- Narrated by: James Lurie
- Length: 10 hrs and 15 mins
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Fiasco is a masterful and explosive reckoning with the planning and execution of the American military invasion and occupation of Iraq, based on the unprecedented candor of key participants....
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A must read
- By Anonymous User on 11-01-2023
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Tutankhamun and the Tomb That Changed the World
- By: Bob Brier PhD
- Narrated by: Christopher Douyard
- Length: 10 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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It is often thought that the story of Tutankhamun ended when the thousands of items discovered by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon were transported to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and put on display. But there is far more to the story....
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They Called Me a Lioness
- A Palestinian Girl's Fight for Freedom
- By: Ahed Tamimi, Dena Takruri
- Narrated by: Dena Takruri
- Length: 8 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Ahed Tamimi is a world-renowned Palestinian activist, born and raised in the small West Bank village of Nabi Saleh, which became a center of the resistance to Israeli occupation when an illegal, Jewish-only settlement blocked off its community spring....
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Worst purchase ever
- By Anonymous User on 22-03-2024
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Israel
- A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country on Earth
- By: Noa Tishby
- Narrated by: Noa Tishby
- Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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A “fascinating and very moving” (Aaron Sorkin, award-winning screenwriter of The West Wing and The Social Network) chronological timeline spanning from Biblical times to today that explores one of the most interesting countries in the world—Israel....
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Bais and fabrication of facts.
- By Anonymous User on 29-08-2022
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Orientalism
- By: Edward Said
- Narrated by: Peter Ganim
- Length: 19 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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This landmark book, first published in 1978, remains one of the most influential books in the Social Sciences, particularly Ethnic Studies and Postcolonialism....
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Brilliant
- By Jarad McMahon on 02-04-2017
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Muhammad
- His Life Based on the Earliest Sources
- By: Martin Lings
- Narrated by: Sean Barrett
- Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
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This excellent audiobook is the first of its kind and has been selected by a number of organisations as a worthy introduction to the life of Prophet Muhammad....
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Loved the book.
- By Bilal A. on 01-12-2020
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Fiasco
- The American Military Adventure in Iraq
- By: Thomas E. Ricks
- Narrated by: James Lurie
- Length: 10 hrs and 15 mins
- Abridged
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Fiasco is a masterful and explosive reckoning with the planning and execution of the American military invasion and occupation of Iraq, based on the unprecedented candor of key participants....
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A must read
- By Anonymous User on 11-01-2023
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Tutankhamun and the Tomb That Changed the World
- By: Bob Brier PhD
- Narrated by: Christopher Douyard
- Length: 10 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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It is often thought that the story of Tutankhamun ended when the thousands of items discovered by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon were transported to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and put on display. But there is far more to the story....
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Palestinian-Israeli Conflict
- A Very Short Introduction
- By: Martin Bunton
- Narrated by: Neil Shah
- Length: 4 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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The conflict between Palestine and Israel is one of the most highly publicized and bitter struggles in history. In this accessible and stimulating Very Short Introduction, Martin Bunton clearly explains the history of the problem, a modern territorial contest between two nations....
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Very unbiased, balanced and succinct.
- By Rowey555 on 16-04-2024
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Ghost Wars
- The Secret History of the CIA, Afghanistan, and bin Laden, from the Soviet Invasion to September 10, 2001
- By: Steve Coll
- Narrated by: Malcolm Hillgartner
- Length: 26 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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The explosive first-hand account of America's secret history in Afghanistan....
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BE WARNED DO NOT BUY THE AUDIO VERSON!!!
- By Anonymous User on 21-08-2019
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The Emerald Tablets of Thoth the Atlantean
- By: M. Doreal
- Narrated by: John Marino
- Length: 2 hrs and 33 mins
- Unabridged
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The history of the tablets translated in the following book is strange and beyond the belief of modern scientists. Their antiquity is stupendous, dating back some 36,000 years.
The writer is....
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Profound guidance!
- By Leeaura Zen on 22-07-2018
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The Yom Kippur War
- The History and Legacy of the 1973 Arab-Israeli War and Its Impact on the Middle East Peace Process
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: Bill Hare
- Length: 1 hr and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Welcome to the Middle East conflict, a conflict that is technically 63 years old and counting but has its roots in over 2,000 years of history....
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Enemies and Allies
- An Unforgettable Journey Inside the Fast-Moving & Immensely Turbulent Modern Middle East
- By: Joel C. Rosenberg
- Narrated by: Michael Beck
- Length: 13 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
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New York Times best-selling author Joel C. Rosenberg, based in Jerusalem, skillfully and clearly explains the sometimes-encouraging, sometimes-violent, yet rapidly shifting landscape in Israel and the Arab/Muslim world....
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Listen just for the psychology of a sycophat
- By Anonymous User on 07-11-2021
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The Mamluks
- The History and Legacy of The Medieval Slave Soldiers Who Established a Dynasty in Egypt
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: David Bernard
- Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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The Mamluks of Egypt, a group of warriors, slaves, and kings. Hailing from the Eurasian steppes, the Mamluks were not Arab, but ethnically Turkish, enslaved at a young age, and sold into military service in Egypt, where they underwent intense military training in Cairo....
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Master of the Game
- Henry Kissinger and the Art of Middle East Diplomacy
- By: Martin Indyk
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 25 hrs
- Unabridged
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More than 20 years have elapsed since the United States last brokered a peace agreement between the Israelis and Palestinians. In that time, three presidents have tried and failed....
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Deep Middle East
- By Bradley on 26-05-2022
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What Everyone Needs to Know about Islam, Second Edition
- By: John L. Esposito
- Narrated by: Neil Shah
- Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Since the terrorist attacks of September 11th, there has been an overwhelming demand for information about Islam....
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Highly educational.
- By Steve on 29-01-2020
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Israel and Palestine, 2019 Edition
- The Complete History
- By: Ian Carroll
- Narrated by: Alastair Cameron
- Length: 8 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Israel and Palestine: The Complete History seeks to explain the overall story of Israeli and Palestinian tensions and divisions in the region. Indeed, without properly understanding the full history of the area, it is impossible to understand the current situation....
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Detailed and balanced
- By Alex Primus on 02-12-2023
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Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor
- By: Yossi Klein Halevi
- Narrated by: Yossi Klein Halevi
- Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins
- Unabridged
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Attempting to break the agonizing impasse between Israelis and Palestinians, the Israeli commentator and award-winning author of Like Dreamers directly addresses his Palestinian neighbors in this taut and provocative audiobook....
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Egyptian Mythology: Classic Stories of Egyptian Myths, Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Monsters
- Classical Mythology Series, Book 8
- By: Scott Lewis
- Narrated by: Oliver Hunt
- Length: 5 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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For eons, the wisdom cultivated by the Egyptian people has been extolled time and time again. These timeless myths are fountains of insight and, many would argue, beacons of light that can shatter the darkness of ignorance. Listen to learn more....
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Does what it says
- By Alexandre Champagnat on 03-08-2023
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Palestine
- A Four Thousand Year History
- By: Nur Masalha
- Narrated by: Fajer Al-Kaisi
- Length: 16 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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This rich and magisterial work traces Palestine's millennia-old heritage, uncovering cultures and societies of astounding depth and complexity that stretch back to the very beginnings of recorded history....
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Start-Up Nation
- The Story of Israel's Economic Miracle
- By: Dan Senor, Saul Singer
- Narrated by: Sean Pratt
- Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Start-Up Nation addresses the trillion-dollar question: How is it that Israel produces more start-up companies than large, peaceful, and more stable nations....
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an eye opener
- By Anonymous User on 30-08-2019
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O Jerusalem
- Day by Day and Minute by Minute the Historic Struggle for Jerusalem and the Birth of Israel
- By: Larry Collins, Dominique Lapierre
- Narrated by: Theodore Bikel
- Length: 23 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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O Jerusalem! is the epic drama of 1948, when Arabs and Jews fought for control of the city of Jerusalem...
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Balanced and Detailed
- By John Robinson on 05-04-2017
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Iran Rising
- The Survival and Future of the Islamic Republic
- By: Amin Saikal
- Narrated by: Simon Shepherd
- Length: 11 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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In Iran Rising, renowned Iran specialist Amin Saikal describes how the country has managed to survive despite ongoing domestic struggles, Western sanctions, and countless other serious challenges....
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Sound dubbing overlap
- By Neil Brightwell on 15-01-2020
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Echo in Ramadi
- The Firsthand Story of U.S. Marines in Iraq's Deadliest City
- By: Scott A. Huesing
- Narrated by: David Marantz
- Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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From the winter of 2006 through the spring of 2007, 250 marines from Echo Company, Second Battalion, Fourth Marine Regiment, fought daily in the dangerous, dense city streets of Ramadi, Iraq....
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Difficult to get through
- By travis standen on 22-05-2020
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In My Mother's Footsteps
- A Palestinian Refugee Returns Home
- By: Mona Hajjar Halaby
- Narrated by: Lameece Issaq
- Length: 9 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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1948, Jerusalem. Zakia is forced to flee the only home she’s ever known as war rips through the leafy streets and the bustling spice-filled souqs. Taking just one suitcase, Zakia thinks she’ll be able to return soon....
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The human cost of the nakba
- By Anonymous User on 30-10-2023
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Vision or Mirage
- Saudi Arabia at the Crossroads
- By: David Rundell
- Narrated by: Fajer Al-Kaisi
- Length: 13 hrs and 41 mins
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David Rundell - one of America's foremost experts on Saudi Arabia - explains how the country has been stable for so long, why it is less so today, and what is most likely to happen in the future....
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Informative introduction to modern KSA
- By Will Abdo on 29-01-2023
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Red Sea Spies
- The True Story of Mossad's Fake Diving Resort
- By: Raffi Berg
- Narrated by: Peter Noble
- Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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In the early 1980s on a remote part of the Sudanese coast, a new luxury holiday resort opened for business. Catering for divers, it attracted guests from around the world. Little did the holidaymakers know that the staff were undercover spies, working for the Mossad....
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Ten out of ten.
- By Anonymous User on 31-03-2022
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Origins of the Sphinx
- Celestial Guardian of Pre-Pharaonic Civilization
- By: Robert M. Schoch PhD, Robert Bauval
- Narrated by: Micah Hanks
- Length: 11 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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No other monument in the world evokes mystery like the Great Sphinx of Giza. It has survived the harsh climate of Egypt for thousands of years and will remain long after our own civilization is gone. According to orthodox Egyptology, the Sphinx was built around 2500 BCE....
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very good to the point discussion
- By Anonymous User on 19-06-2020
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ISIS
- Inside the Army of Terror
- By: Michael Weiss, Hassan Hassan
- Narrated by: Qarie Marshall
- Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Initially dismissed by US President Barack Obama, the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) has shocked the world by conquering massive territories in both countries....
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Wonderfully read, very informative!
- By N. J. Bruzzese on 27-04-2016
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Palestinian Walks
- Forays into a Vanishing Landscape
- By: Raja Shehadeh
- Narrated by: Fajer Al-Kaisi
- Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Amid the many and varied tragedies of the Middle East, the loss of a simple pleasure such as the ability to roam the countryside at will may seem a minor matter. But in Palestinian Walks, Raja Shehadeh’s elegy for his lost footpaths becomes a heartbreaking metaphor....
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A History of the Arab Peoples
- By: Albert Hourani
- Narrated by: Nadia May
- Length: 21 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Despite the turmoil of Arab nationalism and fundamentalism, Middle Eastern wars, and oil crises...
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Basic
- By Ibrahim on 22-10-2022
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Prophets Without Honor
- The 2000 Camp David Summit and the End of the Two-State Solution
- By: Shlomo Ben-Ami
- Narrated by: David Colacci
- Length: 18 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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The clash between Israel and Palestine has been one of the most emotionally engaging causes of modern times. Prophets Without Honor tells the story of the attempts to solve the conflict and examines the reasons for its resilience....
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Egyptian Mythology Collection
- History, Myths and Legends of the Gods of Egypt as Well as Egyptian Magic and the Book of the Dead Unabridged
- By: E. A Wallis Budge
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 20 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
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Unveil the secrets of an ancient civilization renowned for its mystique and splendor through E.A. Wallis Budge’s unabridged collection. This expertly curated trilogy, featuring Legends of the Gods, Egyptian Magic, and The Book of the Dead, invites you to explore the depths of Egyptian mythology, magic, and the afterlife.
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Ancient Egypt
- Ancient Empires
- By: History Nerds
- Narrated by: Andrew McDermott
- Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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In "Ancient Egypt" journey back in time to one of the most fascinating civilizations in history. This concise yet comprehensive book takes you on a captivating exploration of the land of the pharaohs, offering a clear and insightful overview of ancient Egyptian culture, society, and achievements. Delve into the mystique of the pyramids, marvel at the grandeur of the temples, and unravel the secrets of the hieroglyphs. Discover the daily life of ordinary Egyptians, their beliefs in the afterlife, and the powerful rulers who shaped Egypt's destiny.
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Mythologies Without End (1st Edition)
- The US, Israel, and the Arab-Israeli Conflict, 1917-2020
- By: Jerome Slater
- Narrated by: Christopher Grove
- Length: 19 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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In Mythologies Without End, Jerome Slater argues that US policies in the region are largely a product of mythologies that are often flatly wrong. For example, the Israelis' treatment of Palestinians after 1948 undermined its claim that it was a true democracy, and the argument that Arab states refused to negotiate with Israel for decades is simply untrue. Because of widespread acceptance of these myths in both the US and Israel, the consequences have been devastating to all of the involved parties.
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The Yemen Model
- Why U.S. Policy Has Failed in the Middle East
- By: Alexandra Stark
- Narrated by: Emily Durante
- Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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A close look at failed US policies in the Middle East, offering a fresh perspective on how best to reorient goals in the region.
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Six-Day War: A History from Beginning to End
- Palestine Israeli Conflict
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
- Unabridged
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The State of Israel was founded in conflict, and in the first ten years of its existence, it was involved in two major wars with its Arab neighbors. The First Arab-Israeli War began almost the moment that the new state was announced in May 1948. Although it barely had time to create armed forces, somehow Israel survived a simultaneous invasion by armies from four Arab states during that conflict. In 1956, Israel found itself at war again, this time fighting alongside Britain and France, who had launched an invasion of Egypt after fears that the Suez Canal might be closed.
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Foretelling Jacob's Trouble
- Whose Side Are You On?
- By: R C Black
- Narrated by: R C Black
- Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Foretelling Jacob’s Trouble: whose side are you on? unveils the overarching spiritual battle for Jerusalem, and explains the necessary legal framework that will deliver everlasting peace, despite fierce opposition. Who has not wondered what’s really happening in Israel and Gaza, or why a peaceful solution appears so difficult? Why is the world so divided, taking sides with either Israel or Palestine? Foretelling Jacob’s Trouble: whose side are you on? digs deep into these questions, with stirring results.
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Egyptian Mythology Collection
- History, Myths and Legends of the Gods of Egypt as Well as Egyptian Magic and the Book of the Dead Unabridged
- By: E. A Wallis Budge
- Narrated by: James Francis Markert
- Length: 20 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
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Unveil the secrets of an ancient civilization renowned for its mystique and splendor through E.A. Wallis Budge’s unabridged collection. This expertly curated trilogy, featuring Legends of the Gods, Egyptian Magic, and The Book of the Dead, invites you to explore the depths of Egyptian mythology, magic, and the afterlife.
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Ancient Egypt
- Ancient Empires
- By: History Nerds
- Narrated by: Andrew McDermott
- Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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In "Ancient Egypt" journey back in time to one of the most fascinating civilizations in history. This concise yet comprehensive book takes you on a captivating exploration of the land of the pharaohs, offering a clear and insightful overview of ancient Egyptian culture, society, and achievements. Delve into the mystique of the pyramids, marvel at the grandeur of the temples, and unravel the secrets of the hieroglyphs. Discover the daily life of ordinary Egyptians, their beliefs in the afterlife, and the powerful rulers who shaped Egypt's destiny.
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Mythologies Without End (1st Edition)
- The US, Israel, and the Arab-Israeli Conflict, 1917-2020
- By: Jerome Slater
- Narrated by: Christopher Grove
- Length: 19 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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In Mythologies Without End, Jerome Slater argues that US policies in the region are largely a product of mythologies that are often flatly wrong. For example, the Israelis' treatment of Palestinians after 1948 undermined its claim that it was a true democracy, and the argument that Arab states refused to negotiate with Israel for decades is simply untrue. Because of widespread acceptance of these myths in both the US and Israel, the consequences have been devastating to all of the involved parties.
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The Yemen Model
- Why U.S. Policy Has Failed in the Middle East
- By: Alexandra Stark
- Narrated by: Emily Durante
- Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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A close look at failed US policies in the Middle East, offering a fresh perspective on how best to reorient goals in the region.
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Six-Day War: A History from Beginning to End
- Palestine Israeli Conflict
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
- Unabridged
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The State of Israel was founded in conflict, and in the first ten years of its existence, it was involved in two major wars with its Arab neighbors. The First Arab-Israeli War began almost the moment that the new state was announced in May 1948. Although it barely had time to create armed forces, somehow Israel survived a simultaneous invasion by armies from four Arab states during that conflict. In 1956, Israel found itself at war again, this time fighting alongside Britain and France, who had launched an invasion of Egypt after fears that the Suez Canal might be closed.
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Foretelling Jacob's Trouble
- Whose Side Are You On?
- By: R C Black
- Narrated by: R C Black
- Length: 8 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Foretelling Jacob’s Trouble: whose side are you on? unveils the overarching spiritual battle for Jerusalem, and explains the necessary legal framework that will deliver everlasting peace, despite fierce opposition. Who has not wondered what’s really happening in Israel and Gaza, or why a peaceful solution appears so difficult? Why is the world so divided, taking sides with either Israel or Palestine? Foretelling Jacob’s Trouble: whose side are you on? digs deep into these questions, with stirring results.
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Jordan's Past
- Where Hamas Finds Its Roots
- By: Maccabelli
- Narrated by: Jordan Maccabelli
- Length: 1 hr and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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To provide a comprehensive understanding of the origins of this animosity, this book will uncover many aspects that even the most astute historian and theologian may have overlooked. It embarks on a journey that starts when the first settlers arrived in the land, with each chapter following the chronological progression spanning 4,000 years, leading us to today's news and ending with future expectations.
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Balcony over Jerusalem
- A Middle East Memoir: Israel, Palestine and Beyond
- By: John Lyons
- Narrated by: Peter Houghton
- Length: 12 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Leading Australian journalist John Lyons takes readers on a fascinating personal journey through the wonders and dangers of the Middle East. In this updated edition, Lyons draws from his years living in Jerusalem to give context to the devastating war between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza and gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the Israeli occupation of the West Bank.
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Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Simplified
- Understanding Gaza's History and the Impact of Hamas' October 7th Attack
- By: Laurence Anderson
- Narrated by: Ralph Mitchell
- Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Many students, history enthusiasts, and concerned observers yearn for a factual, balanced understanding of the decades of turmoil and tense relations in the Middle East. Presenting 'The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Simplified,' an all-encompassing guide that will empower you by unmasking the complexities and historical depths of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, offering a well-researched, unbiased, and accessible digest of the grand story of two nations intertwined in an enduring and heartrending struggle.
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Vagabond Princess
- The Great Adventures of Gulbadan
- By: Ruby Lal
- Narrated by: Elizabeth Wiley
- Length: 11 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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Situated in the early decades of the magnificent Mughal Empire, this first ever biography of Princess Gulbadan offers an enthralling portrait of a charismatic adventurer and unique pictures of the multicultural society in which she lived. Following a migratory childhood that spanned Kabul and north India, Gulbadan spent her middle years in a walled harem established by her nephew Akbar to showcase his authority as the Great Emperor.
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The Egyptian Book of the Dead
- The Papyrus of Ani in the British Museum
- By: E.A. Wallis Budge
- Narrated by: Chris Matthews
- Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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"The Egyptian Book of the Dead," translated by E.A. Wallis Budge, is a pivotal work that opened the ancient Egyptian world of the afterlife to the West. Comprising a collection of spells, rituals, and incantations, this sacred text was designed to guide the deceased through the Duat (the Egyptian underworld) and ensure their safe passage to the afterlife.
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The Battle of Myriokephalon
- The History of the Byzantine Empire’s Last Campaign to Take Anatolia from the Seljuk Turks
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: KC Wayman
- Length: 1 hr and 43 mins
- Unabridged
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The Byzantine Empire existed for over a thousand years, with a history spanning from the division of the Roman Empire in 395 until the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453. It was formed from the previous Eastern Roman Empire, and during its long existence, the Byzantine inhabitants were very proud to call themselves Romans. However, many things changed during the long lifespan of the Byzantine Empire, starting with its Hellenization in the 6th century. The use of the Latin language diminished and Greek took its place, while the typical Roman culture gave way to a more Hellenistic one.
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A Mystery from the Mummy-Pits
- The Amazing Journey of Ankh-Hap
- By: Frank L. Holt
- Narrated by: Nigel Patterson
- Length: 4 hrs and 55 mins
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As the world recently commemorated the hundredth anniversary of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun, our fascination with the pharaoh begs for a balanced view. Most recovered mummies have not escaped the modern trafficking in ancient bodies and body parts. The story of Ankh-Hap, a Ptolemaic-era mummy seized in the nineteenth century from the infamous mummy-pits of Egypt, provides a salutary example of what most mummies have endured.
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Yom Kippur War: A History from Beginning to End
- Palestine Israeli Conflict
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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In 1973, Israel would face the greatest challenge to its very existence. Egypt and Syria launched massive simultaneous invasions intended to recapture territory occupied by Israel during the Six-Day War. Israel was taken completely by surprise by this attack, launched on the day of one of the most important Jewish holidays, Yom Kippur. Israeli intelligence, which had proved so effective in previous conflicts, failed to provide any warning, and the armed forces of Israel were completely unprepared to face this onslaught on two fronts. This is the story of the Yom Kippur War.
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Light in Gaza
- Writings Born of Fire
- By: Jehad Abusalim - editor, Jennifer Bing - editor, Mike Merryman-Lotze - editor
- Narrated by: Amin El Gamal, Hanne Rickert
- Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins
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Light in Gaza is a seminal, moving, and wide-ranging anthology of Palestinian writers and artists. It constitutes a collective effort to organize and center Palestinian voices in the ongoing struggle. As political discourse shifts toward futurism as a means of reimagining a better way of living, beyond the violence and limitations of colonialism, Light in Gaza is an urgent and powerful intervention into an important political moment.
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The Politics of Mass Violence in the Middle East
- Zones of Violence
- By: Laura Robson
- Narrated by: Lisa S. Ware
- Length: 10 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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The Middle East today is characterized by an astonishingly bloody civil war in Syria, a highly racialized and militarized approach to the concept of a Jewish state in Israel and the Palestinian territories, an Iraqi state paralyzed by the emergence of class- and region-inflected sectarian identifications, a Lebanon teetering on the edge of collapse from the pressures of its huge numbers of refugees and its sect-bound political system, and the rise of a wide variety of Islamist paramilitary organizations seeking to operate outside all these states.
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The Politics of Maps
- Cartographic Constructions of Israel/Palestine
- By: Christine Leuenberger, Izhak Schnell
- Narrated by: Rachel Perry
- Length: 8 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Blending science and technology studies, sociology, and geography with a host of archival material, in-depth interviews, and ethnographies, The Politics of Maps explores how the geographical sciences came to be entangled with the politics, territorial claim-making, and nation-state building of Israel/Palestine.
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The Ottoman Empire
- Ancient Empires
- By: History Nerds
- Narrated by: Paul Maitrejean
- Length: 3 hrs and 20 mins
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Step into the enigmatic world of "The Ottoman Empire" a compelling exploration of the rise, zenith, and eventual decline of one of the most formidable empires in history. This meticulously researched account takes listeners on a captivating journey through the annals of time, unraveling the intricate tapestry of a civilization that spanned over six centuries.