Social Science audiobooks

Soul by Soul

By: Adriana Carranca

Narrated by: Rebecca Mozo

Length: 5 hours 37 minutes

Abridged: No

A journey through the fault lines of contemporary religious wars

US-born Protestant evangelicalism has gone global to an extent of which many of us might be unaware. This book tells the story of Americans’ colossal mobilization to proclaim Christianity “to the ends of the Earth,” a movement that triumphed in the Global South, challenged the... Read more

An Essay on the Principle of Population

By: Thomas Maltus

Narrated by: Ethan Williams

Length: 5 hours 7 minutes

Abridged: No

"An Essay on the Principle of Population" by Thomas Malthus discusses the potential for population growth to outpace food production, leading to societal issues. Malthus, an English scholar, contributed significantly to demography and political economy. The essay, initially published in 1798, underscores the tension between geometric population... Read more

Divine Feminine In Finnish Mythology

By: Niina Niskanen

Narrated by: Niina Niskanen

Length: 2 hours 14 minutes

Abridged: No

The divine feminine in Finnish mythology is represented by several powerful goddesses such as Mielikki, the goddess of the forest and hunt; Aino, the goddess of the lake and water; and Rauni, the goddess of healing and fertility.In this audio book, we explore the roles of these goddesses in Finnish mythology and how they are revered and honored... Read more

The City

By: Robert E. Park & Ernest W. Burgess

Narrated by: narrator

Length: 5 hours 41 minutes

Abridged: No

This is an auto-narrated audiobook version of this book. 

First published in 1925, The City is a trailblazing text in urban history, urban sociology, and urban studies. Its innovative combination of ethnographic observation and social science theory epitomized the Chicago school of sociology. Robert E. Park, Ernest W. Burgess, and their... Read more

Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew

By: Emmanuel Acho & Noa Tishby

Narrated by: Emmanuel Acho & Noa Tishby

Length: 7 hours 32 minutes

Abridged: No

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

From two New York Times bestselling authors, a timely, disarmingly honest, and thought-provoking investigation into antisemitism that connects the dots between the tropes and hatred of the past to our current complicated moment.

For Emmanuel Acho and Noa Tishby no question about Jews is off-limits. They go there. They... Read more

DIY

By: Dr. Eric Sprankle

Narrated by: Eric Sprankle

Length: 5 hours 14 minutes

Abridged: No

The first-ever social and scientific history of masturbation, which unapologetically critiques a system that has sought to control the very human desire for self-pleasure.



Despite decades of medical and psychological research confirming that masturbation is healthy, the act remains shrouded in taboo and pseudoscience. In DIY, Dr. Eric Sprankle... Read more

Cómo Analizar a Las Personas y El Lenguaje Corporal [How to Analyze People and Body Language]

By: Chase Hill

Narrated by: Maxi Tissot

Length: 4 hours 13 minutes

Abridged: No

Aprende a Decodificar los Mensajes Ocultos y el Lenguaje Corporal como un Detective ExpertoTe has preguntado alguna vez qué estarán pensando realmente los demás? Imagina poder leer la mente de alguien cuando te dice "todo está bien", pero su cara grita lo contrario.Este libro es tu superpoder secreto para entender esas complicadas señales no... Read more

Up from Slavery

By: Booker T. Washington

Narrated by: Arthur Grey

Length: 7 hours

Abridged: No

Delve into the remarkable life story of Booker T. Washington with "Up from Slavery," now available as an engaging and inspiring audiobook.In this captivating memoir, Washington recounts his journey from enslavement to becoming one of the most influential African American leaders of his time. From his humble beginnings on a Virginia plantation to... Read more

Decoy

By: Robert Murphy

Narrated by: Robert Murphy & Catrin Walker-Booth

Length: 9 hours 3 minutes

Abridged: No

The shocking true story of one of Britain’s most secretive, groundbreaking and successful police covert operations Bristol, 1979. An attacker roams the streets… Young women are warned not to go out alone… ... Read more

Second Treatise of Government

By: John Locke

Narrated by: Liam Johnson

Length: 5 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

"Second Treatise of Government" is a seminal work in political philosophy written by John Locke, originally published in 1689. In this treatise, Locke discusses the nature of political authority, the origins of government, and the rights of individuals within society. He argues that legitimate political authority arises from the consent of the... Read more

Coger y comer sin culpa

By: María del Mar Ramón

Narrated by: Yunuenn Hidalgo

Length: 6 hours 22 minutes

Abridged: No

Empapado de sinceridad y humor, este audiolibro emplea herramientas feministas para analizar la forma en la que la sociedad moldea, censura y limita el deseo y el placer de las mujeres. María del Mar narra cómo las mujeres están luchando por reivindicar el derecho al placer y por demostrar que el sexo, la imagen corporal y la alimentación son... Read more

The Initiates Of The Flame

By: Manly P. Hall

Narrated by: Matthew Schmitz

Length: 1 hour 18 minutes

Abridged: No

Brought to you by Altrusian Grace Media and narrated by Matthew Schmitz. The Initiates of the Flame is a book written by Manly P. Hall, which delves into the mysteries of the ancient Egyptian and Greek cultures. The book explores the symbolism and allegories of these cultures, and how they relate to the spiritual development of the individual.... Read more

Nostalgia

By: Agnes Arnold-Forster

Narrated by: Agnes Arnold-Forster

Length: 8 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: No

Read by the author, Agnes Arnold-Forster.

‘Arnold-Forster belongs to that valuable non-jargon-spouting breed of academic who is capable of explaining complex ideas in simple language.’ – The Times

In Nostalgia: A History of a Dangerous Emotion, Agnes Arnold-Forster blends neuroscience and psychology with the history of medicine and emotions to... Read more

Wisdom Of The North: Explore Finnish Shamanism

By: Niina Niskanen

Narrated by: Niina Niskanen

Length: 2 hours 30 minutes

Abridged: No

In "Wisdom Of The North: Explore Finnish Shamanism," author Niina Niskanen invites listeners to delve into the ancient practices and beliefs of Finnish shamanism. Drawing on her own experiences and knowledge, Niskanen provides a comprehensive overview of this spiritual tradition, offering insights into its rituals, ceremonies, and connection to... Read more

The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano

By: Olaudah Equiano

Narrated by: Jeff Moon

Length: 6 hours 45 minutes

Abridged: No

Step into history with "The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano" audiobook. Authored by Olaudah Equiano himself, this compelling memoir offers a firsthand account of one man's journey from enslavement to freedom.In this captivating narrative, Equiano recounts his experiences as a young boy kidnapped from his home in Africa and... Read more

The Jungle

By: Uptown Sinclair

Narrated by: Kenny Davis

Length: 13 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Jungle" by Upton Sinclair is a groundbreaking novel that exposes the harsh realities of the American meatpacking industry in the early 20th century. Set in Chicago, the story follows Jurgis Rudkus, a Lithuanian immigrant who comes to America with his family seeking a better life but instead encounters exploitation, poverty, and despair.... Read more

On the Art of the Craft

By: Girls Write Now

Narrated by: Rachel Perry, Tyla Collier, Karen Chilton, Alic...

Length: 6 hours 23 minutes

Abridged: No

A writing companion, inspirational guide to the craft, and anthology featuring interactive multi-genre work from the acclaimed organization on its twenty-fifth anniversary.We all have stories to tell, but not everyone gets the mentoring and training or encouragement to become a great storyteller. Founded a quarter century ago, Girls Write Now... Read more

The Longevity Imperative

By: Andrew J. Scott

Narrated by: Michael Chance

Length: 10 hours 50 minutes

Abridged: No

From a leading expert on longevity, an urgent call for individuals, institutions, and society to adapt to the reality of living longer lives

Thanks to increases in life expectancy, we can now expect to live for a long time. Most of us would welcome an extra day in the week, so why do so many of us view the prospect of additional years with fear... Read more

Out of Darkness

By: Denise Chong

Narrated by: Denise Chong

Length: 10 hours 35 minutes

Abridged: No

A TORONTO STAR BESTSELLER

From the bestselling author of The Concubine’s Children and The Girl in the Picture, a gripping story of a domestic assault that shocked the world, of the exercise of power and political influence, and of the Bangladeshi woman whose irrepressible spirit found light in sudden darkness.

From the outside, Rumana seemed an... Read more

Tending Grief

By: Camille Sapara Barton

Narrated by: Camille Sapara Barton

Length: 5 hours 5 minutes

Abridged: No

An embodied guide to being with grief individually and in community—practical exercises, decolonized rituals, and Earth-based medicines for healing and processing loss

We live in a culture that suppresses our ability to truly feel our grief—deeply, safely, and on our own terms. But each person’s experience is as unique as the grief itself. Here,... Read more

Divine Feminine Energy

By: Melissa Smith

Narrated by: Robyn Green

Length: 6 hours 3 minutes

Abridged: No

Are you yearning to tap into your feminine wisdom, power, and purpose?Do you feel called to align your life with the rhythms of the natural world and embody your divine essence?In this groundbreaking book, Melissa Smith takes you on a journey of deep feminine awakening, empowering you to: Break free from the chains of patriarchal... Read more

We Are Home

By: Ray Suarez

Narrated by: Ray Suarez

Length: 11 hours 3 minutes

Abridged: No

From a veteran broadcaster and historian comes a richly reported portrait of the newest Americans, immigrants from all over the globe who are living all across the country, filled with their own voices. We are a nation of immigrants, never more than now. In recent decades, the numbers have skyrocketed, thanks to people coming from many... Read more

Our Kindred Creatures

By: Bill Wasik & Monica Murphy

Narrated by: Tanis Parenteau

Length: 13 hours 45 minutes

Abridged: No

A compassionate, sweeping history of the transformation in American attitudes toward animals by the best-selling authors of Rabid

Over just a few decades at the end of the nineteenth century, the United States underwent a moral revolution on behalf of animals. Before the Civil War, animals' suffering had rarely been discussed; horses pulling... Read more

Dogland

By: Tommy Tomlinson

Narrated by: Jonathan Davis

Length: 7 hours 9 minutes

Abridged: No

“Delightful.” —Town & Country • “Extraordinary...Tomlinson’s book is a gem.” —Star Tribune (Minneapolis) • “Moving...Really broke me.” —The Washington Post • “This book wants to lick your face. Let it.” —Kirkus Reviews

Pulitzer Prize finalist Tommy Tomlinson explores the bond between dogs and their people in this irresistibly appealing,... Read more