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Fingerprints of the Gods is the revolutionary rewrite of history that has persuaded millions of listeners throughout the world to change their preconceptions about the history behind modern society. An intellectual detective story, this unique history audiobook directs probing questions at orthodox history, presenting disturbing new evidence that historians have tried - but failed - to explain.

The Heroine’s Journey describes contemporary woman’s search for wholeness in a society where she has been defined according to masculine values. Drawing on cultural myths and fairy tales, ancient symbols and goddesses, and the dreams of contemporary women, Murdock illustrates the need for — and the reality of — feminine values in Western culture.

Hosted by Arsalan Akhavan, Shahnameh Quest is a journey through the Persian Book of Kings, one story at a time. Featuring accessible retellings in English, with occasional commentary and bonus episodes.

A brilliant book by Nobel Prize winner Eric R. Kandel, The Age of Insight takes us to Vienna 1900, where leaders in science, medicine, and art began a revolution that changed forever how we think about the human mind - our conscious and unconscious thoughts and emotions - and how mind and brain relate to art.

This is the third and final book in the "Emily of New Moon" trilogy. This is the story of Emily Starr's uneven climb from success in the short story to success in the novel, and of the entanglements in the love affairs of Perry Miller, Dean Priest, Teddy Kent, Ilse Burnley, and Emily Starr. (Summary adapted from Canadian Bookman, 1927)

Who was Radha, and why has she captured the imagination of so many writers across centuries? No other goddess combines the elements of bhakti and shringara quite as exquisitely as the divine milkmaid. She spans a vivid rainbow of imagery-from the playfulness of the Ras Lila to the soulfulness of...

Early in his career, A.J. Jacobs put his Ivy League education to work at Entertainment Weekly. He emerged five years later knowing which stars have fake boobs, which stars have toupees, which have both, and not much else. This realization led Jacobs on a life-changing quest: to read the entire contents of the Encyclopedia Britannica, all 33,000 pages, all 44 million words.

In today's technology-driven culture, reading has become a lost art. With smartphones offering information at the tap of a finger, reading a book is often seen as a tedious and outdated activity. Christians are not immune to this problem, as many find it hard to read books - even the Bible - consistently and attentively. Recovering the Lost Art of Reading addresses these timely issues by exploring the importance of reading generally as well as studying the Bible as literature, giving practical suggestions along the way. 

This story revolves around Gilbert Fenton, a very talented middle class businessman from London, who falls in love with a beautiful country woman far below his station. He decides to marry her anyway. But is she all that she seems? (Summary by Stav Nisser.)

Quest of the Golden Girl follows a man on a whimsical yet deeply philosophical journey to find the woman of his dreams. Along the way, he encounters a series of intriguing characters, each teaching him something new about love, destiny, and life itself. A thought-provoking and romantic pilgrimage.

Her school years behind her, Emily is back home at her beloved New Moon. She continues to climb “the Alpine path” as she watches her dearest friends leave home to find their places in the world. Many suitors try to win her hand, but will her Murray pride cost her true love? - Summary by Tawni Martini

Dark Quest is the second volume of the Targa Trilogy, which is the cornerstone of the epic fantasy Alcea Collection which spans seventeen volumes in three series. The Targa Trilogy began with Origin Scroll. The evil magician, Sarac, has been banished to another Universe, but his followers strive to free him. Sarac's assistant. Mordac, gathers hundreds of dark magicians and instructs them to gather every book in the world, no matter what it takes. While his minions brutally execute his orders, Mordac plots the downfall of all of the governments on the continent. As Alexander and Jenneva try to ...

Quest of the Sacred Slipper is a thrilling mystery that takes investigator Cavanagh on a dangerous journey through the exotic East in pursuit of a stolen relic. As he uncovers deadly secrets, he faces betrayal, assassins, and the wrath of an ancient cult determined to reclaim the slipper at any cost.

Join the Merriweather Girls again for another exciting adventure! This time, the girls journey by train to Kit's home state, Arizona, where they try to find treasure! - Summary by ShrimpPhish

Join the adventure as the author embarks on a thrilling journey to retrace the paths of legendary Spanish conquistadors—Columbus, Cortez, Pizarro, Balboa, and Coronado. Through vivid and often unflinching portrayals, he brings to life the diverse peoples, breathtaking landscapes, and rich customs he encounters along the way. Experience the allure and challenges of the Americas as seen through the eyes of a modern-day explorer seeking to uncover the echoes of history. (Summary by Steven Seitel)

Embark on a whimsical journey where friendship and honesty prevail over the lure of wealth. Meet the charming protagonist, Ernest Bliss—a name that cleverly hints at the storys heart. As a disenchanted young millionaire, Ernest embarks on a transformative adventure that not only reignites his passion for life but also leads him to true love. This enchanting tale, published in 1919, reflects some attitudes of its time, including a few antisemitic stereotypes. The story gained fame through the 1936 film adaptation, The Amazing Quest of Ernest Bliss, featuring Cary Grant and Mary Brian. Written...

Join me, James, as I continue my journey through the infinite library. Each episode, I rate and review my current read, giving my spoiler-free synopsis and overall thoughts. Paper Quest is available on audio through your favorite podcast apps, and on video through YouTube! Please also check out social media links below for more content! Consider supporting the show on Patreon for just $1 a month! Patreon https://www.patreon.com/paperquest YouTube: Paper Quest: A Book Review Podcast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHYJ6Qs54YEBCmdP-MeHc3w Instagram: @paperquestpodcast https://www.instagram.

Welcome to the world of The Untouched Quest, two Elfquest-loving girls reading Elfquest issue by issue. The hostas Elisabeth and Siri have two different relationships with the comic series. Elisabeth is a longtime Elfquest fan and has been reading the comic for as long as she can remember. Siri is a girl who actually thought Elfquest was a videogame and became very surprised to figure out it was comic series. Follow the duo of one experienced elf and one untouched elf while they make their way tough this epic story reading and discussing it issue by issue. Elfquest is a long-running fantasy ...

A podcast dedicated to fantasy fiction! Each week Marysa and Vicki will discuss a different book from the fantasy genre. A great podcast if you love talking about fantasy and are looking for recommendations.

Join us on our quest (podcast) as we explore the Malazan books of the fallen Series. If you'd like early access, amongst many other things, consider joining as a patron. Find our Patreon account by clicking the link below: https://linktr.ee/dandjepicquest