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  • Volume 6
  • By: iMinds
  • Narrated by: uncredited
  • Length: 1 hr and 35 mins

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Editorial reviews

iMinds compiles a wide range of topics in the sixth volume of their Generalist series, instructing on subjects like pop artist Andy Warhol, Murphy's Law, the Spanish Inquisition, and the soccer great Pele. The fast-paced presentation enables the listener to learn about the theory of Murphy's Law, the science of REM sleep, and the storied past of Route 66. The staff at iMinds handles the diversity well, always engaged and committed to educating in a style that is as methodical as it is melodious, whether they are elucidating on the Barbary pirates or the history of the blues.

Publisher's Summary

We can all be smarter - keep learning every day with iMinds Generalist Volume 6. A compilation of diverse topics across our twelve categories, in Generalist Volume 6 you will learn about:

The history of the Blues, the truth of the Spanish Inquisition, the phenomenon that is the Nazca Lines, the history of the Barbary Pirates, the story behind the concept of Murphy’s Law, the science of REM Sleep, the mystery of the Dropa Stones, the amazing history of Route 66, the ins and outs of political Lobbying, the film genre of Mocumentary, the science of alternative energy with Wind Power and the story of one of soccer’s greats - Pele.

Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind.

iMinds offers 12 main categories, become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport.. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. Make your MP3 smarter with iMinds MindTracks, intersperse with music and enjoy learning a little about a lot.. knowledge of your own choice and in your own time.

©2009 iMinds Pty Ltd (P)2009 iMinds Pty Ltd

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"I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times)

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