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Stiff
- The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
- De: Mary Roach
- Narrado por: Shelly Frasier
- Duración: 8 h
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 8,372
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 6,274
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 6,270
For two thousand years, cadavers have been involved in science's boldest strides and weirdest undertakings. They've tested France's first guillotines, ridden the NASA Space Shuttle, been crucified in a Parisian laboratory to test the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin, and helped solve the mystery of TWA Flight 800. For every new surgical procedure, from heart transplants to gender reassignment surgery, cadavers have been there alongside surgeons, making history in their quiet way.
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3 out of 5 stars
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I worked with cadavers for years, but....
- De POQA en 11-11-12
- Stiff
- The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
- De: Mary Roach
- Narrado por: Shelly Frasier
Brilliant Writing
Revisado: 12-14-13
One of the best written snd most interesting books I've ever read. A topic thst fascinates - once you get past any sqeamish resistance to facing reality.
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Fly
- De: Michael Veitch
- Narrado por: Michael Veitch
- Duración: 9 h y 13 m
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General4 out of 5 stars 76
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 34
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 35
Simultaneous release of the thrilling new volume of true stories from airmen of the Second World War, from the author of Flak (also available in audio by Bolinda). Michael Veitch's life-long obsession with the aircraft of the Second World War led him to conclude that every single person who flew, or flew in them, has at least one extraordinary story to tell. With most of these veterans in their 80's, he knew that it was a matter of urgency to find them now, before their personal stories disappear forever.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Excellent book from RAF and RAAF point of view
- De Brooke P. Anderson en 06-06-12
- Fly
- De: Michael Veitch
- Narrado por: Michael Veitch
Invaluable Stories of Brave Men
Revisado: 04-11-12
Criticism of this book is unwarranted. The author searched from one introduction to the next to find the airmen of WWII willing to tell their story. Sure, most of those he spoke to were from the RAAF or the RAF. That is more a result of a geography than anything else - they live in Australia.
It is important to note that he did include the stories of German pilots he was able to interview. Based on his wise handling of that material, I see no reason why he would not have included the stories of Russian, Canadian or South African air crew if that had been possible. For reviewers to discount this book for lack of American content, when it is an Australian book, is perplexing.
Michael Veitch has done a great job in preserving memories that future generations should know. I highly recommend this book.
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Flak
- De: Michael Veitch
- Narrado por: Michael Veitch
- Duración: 8 h y 48 m
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General4 out of 5 stars 72
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 27
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 27
A collection of vivid, unforgettable stories from RAAF veterans about their experiences of combat in World War II. It is also an account of the strange, sometimes obsessive journey of the author himself, as he explores a passion held since childhood. From bomber pilots to fighter aces, from rear gunners to bomb aimers, from stories of death and fear to tales of humor and comradeship, Michael has helped unearth the extraordinary stories of ordinary men living and fighting in extraordinary times.
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4 out of 5 stars
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What? someone other than Americans flew in WW2?
- De Ron en 03-08-09
- Flak
- De: Michael Veitch
- Narrado por: Michael Veitch
Simply a "Must Read"
Revisado: 04-11-12
I was disappointed to see a reviewer critical of this book for recounting a story told by a former flyer. Sure it was an ugly truth that there was mistrust and national rivalries between the Allies. It remains a regrettable and tragic fact, but I do not think we should ignore that reality.
The incident recounted in this book is one person's story. There are many other tremendous stories laid down in this book.
I have no desire to hear sanitised patriotic history. I prefer to learn how things really were - right or wrong, politically correct or woefully biased.
It is not the author's view, but the recollection of one individual who was there. Surely, as readers, we can accept that the terror of war in those urgent times led to many fears, suspicions, rivalries and tragedies.
I found the author's warmth of understanding for the veterans to be touching. He has done a great job of sensitively opening very deep memories. This book is a great effort at preserving history and I could not recommend it more highly.
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Sex at Dawn
- How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships
- De: Christopher Ryan, Cacilda Jetha
- Narrado por: Allyson Johnson, Jonathan Davis, Christopher Ryan (Preface)
- Duración: 10 h y 57 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 8,784
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 7,269
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 7,242
Since Darwin's day, we've been told that sexual monogamy comes naturally to our species. Mainstream science - as well as religious and cultural institutions - has maintained that men and women evolved in families in which a man's possessions and protection were exchanged for a woman's fertility and fidelity. But this narrative is collapsing....
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2 out of 5 stars
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Strawmen and Ad Hominems
- De Carolyn en 09-18-12
- Sex at Dawn
- How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships
- De: Christopher Ryan, Cacilda Jetha
- Narrado por: Allyson Johnson, Jonathan Davis, Christopher Ryan (Preface)
A World Changing View
Revisado: 09-01-11
This is a work of significant importance. It deserves to be read, considered, discussed and and absorbed into one's view of life and love. I truly expect that society will be altered by this book. Maybe not this year or next, but over time these ideas and insights will gain momentum and a reassessment of how we live and interact and love and learn will result.
I think this is one of the most important books written in the last decade. I would stake a larger claim, but I am mindful the Guns, Germs and Steel was written around a decade ago. If you are a fan of Jared Diamond or Desmond Morris, then you must read this book.
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