Politics & Economy audiobooks

X Platoon

By: Steve Heaney, MC & Damien Lewis

Narrated by: Steve Heaney, MC

Length: 13 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: No

For three decades one of the most secretive units in the British military has been a mystery force known as X Platoon.

Officially there was no X Platoon. The forty men in its elite number were specially selected from across the Armed Forces, at which point they simply ceased to exist. X Platoon had no budget, no weaponry, no vehicles and no kit -... Read more

Moneyless Society

By: Matthew Holten

Narrated by: Hillary Huber

Length: 6 hours 47 minutes

Abridged: No

IT'S TIME FOR AN ECONOMIC EVOLUTION.The evidence is all around us: Humans are squandering natural resources and destroying the environment. There is no real debate about climate change. And with an ever-widening wealth gap, inequality is destabilizing many regions and worsening famine, disease, and civil unrest.We must change, fast - and yet we... Read more

Civil War in the Roman Republic, 106 to 44BCE

By: Caius Memmius, Caius Marius, Cato The Younger, ...

Narrated by: Charles Featherstone

Length: 4 hours 59 minutes

Abridged: No

IntroductionWhile compiling and narrating these speeches, I've often been struck by how easily they could be translated into a modern day context. Frequently, a speech has reminded me of the news of the day, somewhere in the world. Nowhere has this been more evident than in these speeches. Given over two thousand years ago, every single one... Read more

Dr. Hedgewar Aani Samarastechi Vicharsutre डॉ. हेडगेवार आणि समरसतेची विचार सूत्रे

By: Ramesh Patange

Narrated by: Savita Mhaskar

Length: 1 hour 15 minutes

Abridged: No

Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar envisioned the dream of an undivided, strong Hindu nation with extraordinary methods. He not only envisioned this dream but also translated it into reality by founding the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). In doing so, he forged unique bonds of unity with ordinary volunteers, based on a deep sense of non-duality. His... Read more

Hell's Angels

By: Jay A. Stout

Narrated by: Robertson Dean

Length: 14 hours 2 minutes

Abridged: No

The true story of World War 2’s legendary Hell’s Angels—the 8th Air Force’s 303rd Bomb Group.
 
Although the United States declared war against Germany in December 1941, a successful assault on Nazi-occupied Europe could not happen until Germany’s industrial and military might were crippled. The first target was the Luftwaffe—the most powerful... Read more

Imperial Reckoning

By: Caroline Elkins

Narrated by: Teri Schnaubelt

Length: 17 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

As part of the Allied forces, thousands of Kenyans fought alongside the British in World War II. But just a few years after the defeat of Hitler, the British colonial government detained nearly the entire population of Kenya's largest ethnic minority, the Kikuyu—some one and a half million people.



The compelling story of the system of prisons and... Read more

The Rural Voter

By: Nicholas Jacobs & Daniel M. Shea

Narrated by: Stephen Bowlby

Length: 16 hours 26 minutes

Abridged: No

The widening gulf between rural and urban America is becoming the most serious political divide of our day. Support for Democrats, up and down the ballot, has plummeted throughout the countryside, and the entire governing system is threatened by one-party dominance. After Donald Trump's surprising victories throughout rural America, pundits and... Read more

Because I Have To

By: Jewher Ilham

Narrated by: Jewher Ilham

Length: 3 hours 38 minutes

Abridged: No

When Jewher Ilham's father, Ilham Tohti, an internationally known advocate for peaceful dialogue between his Uyghur people and Han Chinese, was detained at the Beijing airport in February 2013 on charges of "separatism," and later sentenced to life in prison, Jewher was forced to begin a new life apart from her family in a new country. There,... Read more

A Space for Us

By: Michelle Cassandra Johnson

Narrated by: Michelle Johnson

Length: 8 hours 41 minutes

Abridged: No

The first comprehensive guide for leading BIPOC affinity groups for challenging white supremacy, healing racial trauma, and taking collective action

Meeting in racial affinity groups is a common practice in anti-racist, social justice, diversity, and similar educational endeavors. These groups provide a structured space in which participants... Read more

The Prince

By: Niccolo Machiavelli

Narrated by: Douglass Scott

Length: 2 hours 58 minutes

Abridged: No

The Prince is a 16th-century political treatise by the Italian diplomat and political theorist Niccolo Machiavelli. From correspondence a version appears to have been distributed in 1513, using a Latin title, De Principatibus (Of Principalities). However, the printed version was not published until 1532, five years after Machiavelli's death.... Read more

Alexander Hamilton

By: Michael W. Simmons

Narrated by: Alan Munro

Length: 4 hours 14 minutes

Abridged: No

What did Alexander Hamilton ever do besides get shot in a duel by Aaron Burr? When it comes to the American government, the answer is: practically everything.
Born in the West Indies, Hamilton was the illegitimate child of a Scottish nobleman who lost a fortune in sugar plantations. Orphaned as a teenager, he came to America in search of an... Read more

Douglas Bader: The Life and Legacy of One of the Royal Air Force’s Most Famous Fighter Aces

By: Charles River Editors

Narrated by: Colin Fluxman

Length: 1 hour 48 minutes

Abridged: No

Given the RAF’s importance, it should come as no surprise that some of the pilots ranked among Britain’s most recognized war heroes, and Douglas Bader remains one of the most famous British soldiers in World War II. He has become synonymous with courage and perseverance in adversity, especially since both his legs were amputated after an air... Read more

The End of Enlightenment

By: Richard Whatmore

Narrated by: Ben Onwukwe

Length: 16 hours 11 minutes

Abridged: No

Brought to you by Penguin.

A landmark study of the Enlightenment from an eminent historian

The End of Enlightenment offers a radical re-evaluation of one of the most important moments in human history. Tracing around the world the changing perspectives of economists, philosophers, politicians and polemicists, historian Richard Whatmore argues... Read more

Swatantrya Ladhyat R. S. Sanghacha Sahabhag स्वातंत्र्यलढ्यात रा. स्व. संघाचा सहभाग

By: Dr. Girish Aphale

Narrated by: Saudnya Kulkarni

Length: 3 hours 18 minutes

Abridged: No

The participation of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in the struggle for independence has raised numerous questions and discussions over time.The organization, despite its distant reputation, has never explicitly claimed its involvement and contribution to the fight for independence.However, through the scholarly writings of Dr. Girish... Read more

El gran corruptor

By: Elena Chávez

Narrated by: Karina Castillo

Length: 7 hours 25 minutes

Abridged: No

«Estas son páginas notables por su contenido explosivo y revelador, y una radiografía de la metástasis de ese cáncer alimentado por el gran corruptor.» —Sergio Negrete Cárdenas Tras el éxito de El rey del cash, Elena Chávez nos sumerge una vez más en las entrañas de un sistema político donde la corrupción parece haberse convertido en la norma. A... Read more

WTF con tu voto

By: Paulina Casso

Narrated by: Gloria Aura

Length: 6 hours 41 minutes

Abridged: No

La guía más cool que explica con manzanas, memes y referencias millennial todo lo que necesitas saber para votar en las próximas elecciones. Cuando uno cumple 18 años, sale corriendo a tramitar ese plástico con sus datos que dice que ya es un adulto, y lo primero que hace es usarla paracomprar una cerveza en la tienda de la esquina. Pero ahí se... Read more

Craig Brown: A BBC Radio Collection

By: Craig Brown

Narrated by: Craig Brown, Jan Ravens, Alistair McGowan, Ewan...

Length: 9 hours 29 minutes

Abridged: No

'The wittiest writer in Britain today' Stephen FryColumnist, critic and award-winning author Craig Brown is well known for his Private Eye parodies lampooning politicians and celebrities. He has written for numerous newspapers, both under his own name and as his alter egos Wallace Arnold and Bel Littlejohn. Collected here are Brown's four... Read more

Pathway to the Podium

By: Howie Todoit

Narrated by: Stacey Bento

Length: 2 hours 43 minutes

Abridged: No

Embark on your American political journey with "Pathway to the Podium: How to Win a U.S. Election," your essential guide from aspiration to inauguration! Understand the U.S. political system, election types, and strategic insights. Learn to build a core team, craft a compelling political platform, navigate campaign finance, and master voter... Read more

Gramvikas Pranete Bharatratna Nanaji Deshmukh ग्रामविकास प्रणेते भारतरत्न नानाजी देशमुख

By: Pralhad Khardekar

Narrated by: Virajas Odhekar

Length: 5 hours 24 minutes

Abridged: No

In the company of the venerable Dr. Hedgewar, emerged the dedicated selfless worker, Jayprakash Narayan. Starting with the movement initiated by Dr. Hedgewar, Jayprakashji's adept hands and the subsequent rural development initiatives he began after turning eighty, depict the character of Nanaji Deshmukh, who, with a focus on the well-being of... Read more

The Battle of Priorities

By: Paula B. Johnson

Narrated by: Benjamin Martinez

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Embark on a critical journey with "The Battle of Priorities: Politics versus The Planet," a gripping exploration of the urgent global climate crisis. Delve into the complexities of environmental politics, exposing how political dynamics often overshadow scientific truths. Uncover the economic intricacies of climate policy, examining... Read more

Bipartisan Battlefields

By: Thomas T. Taylor

Narrated by: Jack Pemberton

Length: 3 hours 5 minutes

Abridged: No

Delve into the heart of U.S. politics with "Bipartisan Battlefields: The Definitive Guide to U.S Political Issues." This unbiased exploration navigates partisan prejudice, emphasizing the importance of factual knowledge in fostering informed political decisions.
Traverse critical issues like Healthcare Reform, Climate Change, Immigration Policy,... Read more

Anti-Oedipus

By: Gilles Deleuze & Felix Guattari

Narrated by: Jon Orsini

Length: 21 hours 26 minutes

Abridged: No

An "introduction to the nonfascist life" (Michel Foucault, from the Preface)

When it first appeared in France, Anti-Oedipus was hailed as a masterpiece by some and "a work of heretical madness" by others. In it, Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari set forth the following theory: Western society's innate herd instinct has allowed the government, the... Read more

Nav Dadhichi Pt. Dindayal Upadhyay नव दधिची पं.दीनदयाळ उपाध्याय

By: Pramod Dorle

Narrated by: Gauri Patki

Length: 5 hours 11 minutes

Abridged: No

The phrase 'First he did, then he preached' truly encapsulates the essence of the great karma yogi, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. This self-reliant sage! Observing his profound national work, social initiatives, and organizational efforts within a short span of his life, one can only marvel in awe. Pandit Deendayal Ji firmly established the pure... Read more

Values We Hold Dear

By: Kyle A. Stone

Narrated by: Andy Coffman & Kyle A. Stone

Length: 4 hours 30 minutes

Abridged: No

Do you feel a disconnection from the traditional values that once defined the American spirit? You're not alone. Kyle A. Stone brings you a deep dive into the virtues, values and traditions that have molded generations.What You'll Discover: ​The bedrock principles that have shaped the American journey. ​How destructive ideas are celebrated at... Read more