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A fascinating journey into the rediscovered world of the Nag Hammadi library—the earliest teachings of Jesus found in ancient manuscripts unearthed in the Egyptian desert after being banned by the Church over 1,600 years ago. They reveal a radically different understanding of Christianity...

In Lost, medical historian Shannon Withycombe weaves together women’s personal writings and doctors’ publications from the 1820s through the 1910s to investigate the transformative changes in how Americans conceptualized pregnancy, understood miscarriage, and interpreted fetal tissue over the course of the 19th century. Withycombe’s pathbreaking research reveals how Americans construed, and continue to understand, miscarriage within a context of reproductive desires, expectations, and abilities.

Explore the enigmatic ruins of lost civilizations and decode impossible artifacts left behind by our ancient ancestors. Whether you are unwinding after a long day or seeking an atmospheric escape during your commute, this journey through deep time offers the perfect immersive experience. Step...

Unearth forbidden knowledge and alternative history that challenges everything you know about the origins of humanity. Perfect for a thought-provoking commute, this mind-expanding journey decodes the mysterious symbols left by forgotten cultures and prehistoric sky temples. It invites seekers to...

Master the invisible social algorithms and hidden natural systems shaping human behavior to reclaim your mental freedom. Perfect for a thought-provoking morning commute or a reflective evening walk, this mind-expanding exploration transforms how you perceive everyday reality. Turn mundane...

Readers of Dan Brown's extraordinary bestseller THE DA VINCI CODE are fascinated by the questions raised in the novel. Was Jesus actually married to Mary Magdalene? Was she one of his disciples and did she write her own gospel? Did they have a child together? Did some geniuses of art and science...

In Four Lost Cities, acclaimed science journalist Annalee Newitz takes listeners on an entertaining and mind-bending adventure into the deep history of urban life. Investigating across the centuries and around the world, Newitz explores the rise and fall of four ancient cities, each the center of a sophisticated civilization: the Neolithic site of Çatalhöyük in Central Turkey, the Roman vacation town of Pompeii in Italy, the medieval megacity of Angkor in Cambodia, and the indigenous metropolis Cahokia, which stood beside the Mississippi River where East St. Louis is today. 

*National Bestseller* A sweeping account of America's oldest unsolved mystery, the people racing to unearth its answer, and the sobering truths--about race, gender, and immigration--exposed by the Lost Colony of Roanoke In 1587, 115 men, women, and children arrived at Roanoke Island on the coast...

A groundbreaking exposé that convincingly challenges the popular image of Edward Snowden as hacker turned avenging angel, while revealing how vulnerable our national security systems have become--as exciting as any political thriller, and far more important. After details of American government...

Nathan Raab, America’s preeminent rare documents dealer, delivers a “diverting account of treasure hunting in the fast lane” (The Wall Street Journal) that recounts his years as the Sherlock Holmes of historical artifacts, questing after precious finds and determining their authenticity. A...

Something has gone wrong with the world—and deep down, we all feel it. Science describes how the universe works, but it cannot explain why it was made or what it was meant to be. From the first words of Genesis to the mysteries of modern physics, this audiobook uncovers the hidden order behind existence—a design that has been forgotten, distorted, and denied.

Drift into deep sleep while exploring forbidden archaeology and the unsolved mysteries of lost civilizations. When restless nights keep you awake, this meditative journey through ancient controversies provides the ideal nighttime wind-down routine. Let the hypnotic allure of unexplained...