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This unique introduction to the Czech language is designed to be read and listened to in tandem, the text supporting the audiobook so that you have the language coming in on two channels, allowing you to really absorb it and get a feel for how it works. Each lesson has been designed to be simple and fun for all ages – whether you’re an adult with several languages under your belt already, or you’re aiming to introduce a toddler to the Czech language.

The most innovative look into memory improvement in decades.Times have changed.With so much information coming at us, you don’t have a lot of time to spend on outdated techniques that require a lot of time to learn and use.That's why traditional memory books and techniques fail.1. They offer...

Odysseus. Robinson Crusoe. Harry Potter. What do these memorable characters have in common? Why do we turn to certain stories again and again? And what impact have they made on world history? These 24 eye-opening lectures give fresh insight into some of the greatest heroes in world literature, from warriors such as Beowulf and Odysseus to unexpected heroes such as Uncle Tom and Sancho Panza. Professor Shippey gives you an inside glimpse into the writer's process.

Despite being immensely popular - and immensely lucrative - education is grossly overrated. In this explosive book, Bryan Caplan argues that the primary function of education is not to enhance students' skill but to certify their intelligence, work ethic, and conformity - in other words, to signal the qualities of a good employee.

Are you looking for an exciting and dynamic career in the tech industry? Look no further than data centers! Data centers are the backbone of the digital age. And now, with Jumpstart Your Career in Data Centers by Carrie Goetz, you can kickstart your career in this exciting field!

The forces of persuasion are all around us. What you might often consider a free choice is quite often the result of persuasion from one or any number of forces. Persuasion influences people to make decisions about what they buy, where they live, who they vote for, and who they love. Persuasion can change our views, change our acts, change our personality, and change our world.

Compassion alone won't build a successful death doula practice. A sustainable business will. Every year, compassionate people answer the calling to become death doulas. They complete training, earn certificates, and feel inspired to serve families during life's most meaningful moments. Then reality sets in.

UPDATED FOR 2026 The definitive career guide for grad students, adjuncts, post-docs, and anyone else eager to get tenure or turn their PhD into their ideal job—now refreshed with new material to equip readers for today’s job market “If you want unvarnished straight talk about the...

Mastering Memory Improvement for Adults is a practical, science-informed guide designed to help you strengthen recall, sharpen attention, and support long-term cognitive health. It blends proven memory techniques with realistic lifestyle habits so you can stay mentally sharp at any stage of life.

Developed by experienced professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this course is a great way to explore the subject of Criminology. The audio is focused and high-yield, covering the most important topics you might expect to learn in a typical undergraduate course in Criminology. The material is accurate, up-to-date, and broken down into bite-sized chapters. There are quizzes and key takeaways following each chapter to review questions commonly tested and drive home key points.

This program includes an introduction read by the author. By the New York Times bestselling author: a provocative account of the attack on the humanities, the rise of intolerance, and the erosion of serious learning. America is in crisis, from the university to the workplace. Toxic ideas first...

Retirement should be the best chapter of your life. So why does it feel so hard to get right? For the first time in decades, the days are yours. No boss, no timetable, no one else's priorities. It's a rare chance to rediscover who you are and do the things you've always put off—learn something new, travel, retrain, deepen old friendships and make new ones. Yet retirement is also one of the biggest upheavals we ever face. The loss of routine, of status, of the identity that came with work can leave even the most confident people adrift.

Buddhism is one of the most practical and simple belief systems on this planet and it has greatly helped me on my way to become a better person in every aspect possible. No matter if you are totally green when it comes to Buddha's teachings or if you have already heard something about them - this audiobook will help you systematize your knowledge and will inspire you to learn more and to take steps to make your life positively better!

CMC Cardiac Medicine Certification, The Complete Audio Study Guide, brought to you by Davidsons Audiobooks. Step confidently into the world of advanced cardiac care with this comprehensive audio study guide designed for learners who live life on the move. Whether you’re stuck in traffic, running errands, or training at the gym, this audiobook converts downtime into disciplined study time so you can absorb vital concepts and clinical reasoning while you live your day.

Unser Gehirn ist das mächtigste Werkzeug der Welt, aber niemand hat uns eine Bedienungsanleitung dafür gegeben. Seit über 30 Jahren trainiert Mentalcoach Jim Kwik Schauspieler, Sportler, Geschäftsführer und viele weitere Menschen in allen Lebenslagen, um ihre wahre Mentalkraft zu entwickeln. In diesem bahnbrechenden Buch weiht er in die wissenschaftlich belegten Strategien und praktisch erprobten Techniken ein, die die weltweit klügsten Köpfe benutzen, um ihre Gehirnleistung zu steigern und dadurch noch erfolgreicher zu werden.

The date is January 11, 1911. A young German paleontologist, accompanied only by a guide, a cook, four camels, and a couple of camel drivers, reaches the lip of the vast Bahariya Depression after a long trek across the bleak plateau of the western desert of Egypt. The scientist, Ernst Freiherr...

Lerne Java beim Autofahren, in der Bahn, beim Sport oder bei der Hausarbeit. Programmieren lernen war noch nie so flexibel. Java ist eine der meistgenutzten Programmiersprachen der Welt – und der perfekte Einstieg in die objektorientierte Programmierung. Dieses Hörbuch macht den Start so einfach wie nie. Du beginnst bei null: Was ist Programmieren, was sind Variablen, Schleifen und Methoden?

Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners. Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These carefully abridged versions are shorter...

Mindshift reveals how we can overcome stereotypes and preconceived ideas about what is possible for us to learn and become. At a time when we are constantly being asked to retrain and reinvent ourselves to adapt to new technologies and changing industries, this book shows us how we can uncover...

This concise book answers all the key questions people ask when they're considering, or beginning, doctoral study. Presented in an accessible question-and-answer format, and packed with facts, it is easy to understand. Whether you've recently started your doctoral study, you're still wondering whether doctoral study is for you, or you are supporting someone else through the process, this fully updated second edition will help. It is full of useful information and guidance for the early stages of this exciting new adventure.