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Winner of the 1973 National Book Award, Gravity's Rainbow is a postmodern epic, a work as exhaustively significant to the second half of the 20th century as Joyce's Ulysses was to the first. Its sprawling, encyclopedic narrative and penetrating analysis of the impact of technology on society make it an intellectual tour de force.

Hailed as "dazzlingly insightful and wonderfully sardonic" (Chicago Tribune), "very funny and very painful" (San Francisco Chronicle), and "in a different league from most political books" (The New York Observer), What's the Matter with Kansas? unravels the great political mystery of our day: Why do so many Americans vote against their economic and social interests? With his acclaimed wit and acuity, Thomas Frank answers the riddle by examining his home state, Kansas.

From the bestselling author of What's the Matter With Kansas, a scathing look at the standard-bearers of liberal politics -- an audiobook that asks: what's the matter with Democrats? It is a widespread belief among liberals that if only Democrats can continue to dominate national elections, if...

Becoming a more effective learner and boosting your productivity will help you earn better grades - but it’ll also cut down on your study time. This is a short, meaty audiobook that will guide you through 10 steps to achieving those goals, including: Pay better attention in class, take more effective notes, get more out of your textbooks, plan like a general, build a better study environment, fight entropy and stay organized, and much more.

Rarely does a work of history contain startling implications for the present, but in The People, No, Thomas Frank pulls off that explosive effect by showing us that everything we think we know about populism is wrong. Today "populism" is seen as a frightening thing, a term pundits use to describe the racist philosophy of Donald Trump and European extremists. But this is a mistake. The real story of populism is an account of enlightenment and liberation; it is the story of American democracy itself, of its ever-widening promise of a decent life for all.

Journey into the fascinating world of Thomas Alva Edison, the genius behind inventions that changed our lives - the telephone, microphone, electric motor, storage battery, and the electric light. This comprehensive biography paints an intimate portrait of Edison, beginning with his curious childhood and youthful years, characterized by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a knack for innovation. As we venture into his productive span of four decades, we see his incredible capacity for work, extraordinary inventive prowess, sharp reasoning, tenacious memory, and resourcefulness. Watch as ...

What does a middle-class democracy look like when it comes apart? When, after 40 years of economic triumph, America’s winners persuade themselves that they owe nothing to the rest of the country? Rendezvous with Oblivion is a collection of interlocking essays examining how inequality has manifested itself in our cities, in our jobs, in the way we travel - and of course in our politics, where in 2016, millions of anxious ordinary people rallied to the presidential campaign of a billionaire who meant them no good.

This is a collection of 15 essays on a variety of occult-themed topics, covering the full spectrum of classic esoteric and related subjects, which include Hermeticism, magic, ancient wisdom and philosophy, Rosicrucianism, Freemasonry, Theosophy, spiritualism, metaphysics, and New Thought by some of the most notable and prominent names in the history of those subjects.

From the bestselling author of What's the Matter with Kansas?, a wonderfully insightful and sardonic look at how the worst economy since the 1930s has brought about the revival of conservatism Economic catastrophe usually brings social protest and demands for change—or at least it's supposed...

This is volume one of Guts, Grit, and the Grind, a book series akin to a Chicken Soup for the Man’s Soul. Here you will find stories of mental health challenges of men, written by men, for men in similar circumstances - inspiring stories of resilience, recovery, and transformation. The resource is also a workbook, similar to an automobile owners manual, using car metaphors many men can relate to like "preventative maintenance", "troubleshooting", and "check engine".

What would your life look like if you could distill the wisdom of the ages and make it your own? Now you can! Far from being "lost classics", this collection of audiobooks offers timeless jewels from some of the greatest names in personal development. Every success fundamental is explored in detail to bring you keen insights to savor - and use! These rare classics are sure to transform your perspective and your life.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. This decade is resplendent with literature and its many prodigiously talented authors who write on as varied a range of subjects as might be thought possible. Yet each is studded with careful literary precision and narrative verve. It is a remarkable decade.

In this captivating work from 1899, the acclaimed author of The Cruise of the Cachalot and Idylls of the Sea recounts the vivid tapestry of his first four years at sea. With graphic and evocative language, he shares thrilling tales of his voyages to the West Indies, Bombay, the Coromandel coast, Melbourne, and Rangoon. This mesmerizing account of maritime adventures and the colorful humanity encountered along the way is sure to enthrall readers. One can easily see parallels to the American classic Two Years Before the Mast. Bullen, who lived a life full of adventure from a young age, drew from...

Frank Thomas Bullen (April 5 1857 - March 1 1915), British author and novelist, was born of poor parents in Paddington, London, on 5 April 1857, and was educated for a few years at a dame school and Westbourne school, Paddington. In 1869 he went to sea and travelled to all parts of the world. OUR FIRST WHALE: Simultaneous ideas occurring to several people, or thought transference, whatever one likes to call the phenomenon, is too frequent an occurrence in most of our experience to occasion much surprise.

SEA STORIES tells the entire tale. You will find excerpts of some of the most famous nautical stories of all time. Most of us have passed through a period of life during which we have ardently longed to be, if not actually a rover, a buccaneer, or a pirate, at least and really a sailor!

Don’t let the noise bury the lead. Join our round table discussion each and every week as kglobal brings you one smart take on a major communications story from the week that was. We read between the lines so you don’t have to and unpack the strategy – or lack thereof – behind the news. Into Focus is produced by kglobal and hosted by kglobal Chief Creative Officer and resident podcaster Tom Frank. Listen to a new episode every week and check us out on Instagram and LinkedIn for smart takes in the world of consulting, creative, and communications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Join lifelong friends Tom Frank, Drew "Biz" Besket, and Head Juniata Basketball Coach Greg Curley as they talk all things Juniata Men's College Basketball and give unprecedented access to players, alumni, parents and every challenge that a coach with 23 years of experience and 300+ wins debates. It’s informative, inspiring and most importantly, a lot of fun! Got a question for the guys? Please contact us through Instagram @JuniataBasketballShow. Please subscribe to the show on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts, leave us a rating on apple and spread the word #EaglesNation. ...

Spannende Geschichten, klare Meinungen und ganz viel Leidenschaft für den Fußball - In „Glanzparade – die Show mit Buschmann, Fuss und Wagner“ sprechen die drei Grandseigneurs der Sportberichterstattung über die heißesten Themen auf- und abseits des Rasens. Die komplette Sendung zum Nachhören gibt es hier als Sky Podcast. Falls Du Lust auf noch mehr spannende Sport-Talks hast, findest Du alle Sky Sport Podcasts hier: Mia san vier - der FC Bayern Podcast von Sky Sport https://mia-san-vier-der-fc-bayern-podcast-von-sky-sport.blogs.audiorella.com Auffe Süd - der BVB-Podcast von Sky ...

Thomas Frank and Martin Boehme discuss productivity, personal finance, their weird llama obsession, and other interesting things. New episodes every other week.

Wenn Deutschlands berühmtester Tonmann Frank Tonmann mit 20 Euro und einer Packung Toffifee in der Hand einen Comedy-Podcast vorschlägt, dann sagt man nicht einfach so “Nein”. Aus diesem Grund sitzen seine zwei Kompagnons Thomas Martiens (Strippenzieher und Ganztagsgenie bei Florida TV) und Sebastian Graage (Lichtgestalt im Bereich Sehrgutsein) jede Woche mit ihm vor dem Mikrofon und versuchen herauszufinden, was er da eigentlich genau machen will. Während dieser Trial & Error-Sessions werden aus Versehen neue physikalische Theorien postuliert (“Alles ist Mayonnaise - oder auch nicht!...