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Norse Mythology
- De: Neil Gaiman
- Narrado por: Neil Gaiman
- Duración: 6 h y 29 m
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Neil Gaiman has long been inspired by ancient mythology in creating the fantastical realms of his fiction. Now he turns his attention back to the source, presenting a bravura rendition of the great northern tales. In Norse Mythology, Gaiman fashions primeval stories into a novelistic arc that begins with the genesis of the legendary nine worlds; delves into the exploits of the deities, dwarves, and giants; and culminates in Ragnarok, the twilight of the gods and the rebirth of a new time and people.
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A Comedy-Tragedy of Gods Giants Dwarfs & Monsters
- De Jefferson en 02-24-17
- Norse Mythology
- De: Neil Gaiman
- Narrado por: Neil Gaiman
Entertaining & Accurate Introduction to Norse Myth
Revisado: 04-23-25
Neil Gaiman sets out to retell the Norse myths in engaging, modern English while staying faithful to their original spirit. His goal is not only to entertain but to leave an impression—so strong, in fact, that readers might remember the stories and share them orally with friends and family. In this way, he aims to revive the oral tradition in which these myths were originally passed down. I have to say, the way he writes and tells these stories is truly entertaining.
This isn’t a direct paraphrasing of the Norse Eddas, but rather a curated introduction to the most iconic characters, stories, and themes. It serves as an accessible gateway into Norse mythology, offering a refreshing contrast to much of modern fantasy, which often follows a predictable, gamified arc: slay monsters, collect weapons, repeat. Gaiman’s retellings, by contrast, are full of clever tricks, riddles, unexpected turns, and moral ambiguity.
Readers familiar with Tolkien will notice clear parallels, yet a key difference stands out: in Norse mythology, the main antagonists are giants—not orcs or goblins. This shift makes the narrative echo biblical stories like the conquest of Canaan more than Tolkien’s world. Meanwhile, the gods’ frequent scheming and pettiness are reminiscent of the divine drama found in works like the Iliad and the Odyssey.
I highly recommend this book—not just for its entertainment value, but also for the cultural and literary insight it offers in such a short, engaging format.
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Kill Bin Laden
- A Delta Force Commander's Account of the Hunt for the World's Most Wanted Man
- De: Dalton Fury
- Narrado por: David Drummond
- Duración: 11 h y 53 m
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This work offers a firsthand account of the Battle of Tora Bora and an insider's look at the extraordinary nature of America's supersecret counterterrorist unit---an elite and mysterious group known as Delta Force.
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Ex-military that can relate.
- De William en 02-10-15
- Kill Bin Laden
- A Delta Force Commander's Account of the Hunt for the World's Most Wanted Man
- De: Dalton Fury
- Narrado por: David Drummond
Commandos Doing There Thing
Revisado: 11-13-24
There's a part where a group of Delta Operators are with some British Marines and the Brits are like "It's tea time!" and they break out a tea set on the side of this mountain beyond friendly lines it's wild.
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The Silmarillion
- De: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Narrado por: Martin Shaw
- Duración: 14 h y 49 m
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The complete unabridged audiobook of J.R.R Tolkien's The Silmarillion. The Silmarillion is an account of the Elder Days, of the First Age of Tolkien’s world. It is the ancient drama to which the characters in The Lord of the Rings look back, and in whose events some of them such as Elrond and Galadriel took part.
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Finally!
- De Brian en 11-22-18
- The Silmarillion
- De: J. R. R. Tolkien
- Narrado por: Martin Shaw
Good but Dense Stories
Revisado: 11-13-24
As a story, the Silmarillion is an intense compilation of the entire history of Tolkien's world. It's a good listen if you're interested in the lore, it has some epic stories along the way.
As a performance, the reader is good. I prefer British readers for British authors, though. There's also a long song that plays over the end of each act which is cringey and distracts you from important details.
Overall, it definitely made me want to become a warrior fighting for a just cause. I think the book is too dense for an audio book, though, and I recommend getting a hard copy.
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Death in the Highlands
- The Siege of Special Forces Camp Plei Me
- De: J. Keith Saliba
- Narrado por: Jim Seybert
- Duración: 10 h y 49 m
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In fall 1965, North Vietnam's high command smelled blood in the water. The South Vietnamese republic was on the verge of collapse, and Hanoi resolved to crush it once and for all. The communists set their sights on South Vietnam's strategically vital West-Central Highlands. Their first target was the American Special Forces camp at Plei Me, remote and isolated along the Cambodian border.
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Boting
- De William R. Todd-Mancillas (Name includes hyphen and capitalized M). en 06-05-23
- Death in the Highlands
- The Siege of Special Forces Camp Plei Me
- De: J. Keith Saliba
- Narrado por: Jim Seybert
Dull but Thoroughly Researched
Revisado: 10-23-24
Doesn't hit the mark as a human story. It feels more like a history report that doesn't suit audio book.
However, I think it was that historical approach that made it thorough enough to tell the NVA side of plans and strategy. I appreciated that part.
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The Lost Cowboy
- De: J.B. Zielke
- Narrado por: Devan Reilly
- Duración: 11 h y 8 m
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That is just what J. B. Zielke did in his early twenties. Argentina to Mongolia, Mexico to Australia this book takes you to places that you may not have even realized there are cowboys. Gunfights, feral bulls, bank truck robberies, and little old men riding reindeer are all part of this modern-day international cowboy journey.
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Amazing stories
- De Amazon Customer en 03-04-25
- The Lost Cowboy
- De: J.B. Zielke
- Narrado por: Devan Reilly
Unique and inspiring story, poor performance
Revisado: 10-08-24
Got a lot from this story. Weirdly, putting the speed on 1.5 made the performer's forced drawl less annoying. Zielke does have a douchy "then I partied with the cool kids and hot girls" part of each trip. Otherwise, it was some incredible stuff.
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The Green Berets
- The Amazing Story of the U.S. Army's Elite Special Forces Unit
- De: Robin Moore
- Narrado por: Jim Frangione
- Duración: 14 h y 54 m
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Robin Moore became one of the first true embedded journalists by training with and fighting alongside the Green Berets in Vietnam. Though fictionalized, his work is an eye-opening exposé of the horrors of the Vietnam War and the basis for the hit John Wayne movie of the same title. Taut, fast-paced, and interspersed with unforgettable accounts of combat, Moore’s novel features an American major who goes "native" with Montagnard tribesmen, a courageous Vietnamese girl who poses as a rabid anti-American Communist to capture a murderous Viet Cong officer, and the unforgettable acts of courage of soldiers in the field.
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Green Berets Nam and beyond
- De Jawbone en 10-07-17
- The Green Berets
- The Amazing Story of the U.S. Army's Elite Special Forces Unit
- De: Robin Moore
- Narrado por: Jim Frangione
"There are things here hard to believe. Believe them."
Revisado: 10-08-24
Incredibly entertaining book that provides a unique and valuable perspective of Army SF and Vietnam.
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The Jedburghs
- The Secret History of the Allied Special Forces, France 1944
- De: Will Irwin
- Narrado por: Patrick Lawlor
- Duración: 10 h y 18 m
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The first full history of the pioneering Special Forces units of World War II, dropped behind German lines into France to assist with the D-Day landings, told by a former U.S. Special Forces colonel with unique access to surviving veterans.
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Really Enjoyed It
- De Alex en 01-19-06
- The Jedburghs
- The Secret History of the Allied Special Forces, France 1944
- De: Will Irwin
- Narrado por: Patrick Lawlor
Well-written lesser known story
Revisado: 10-08-24
Gripping story that has completely changed my perspective on WWII. The author does repeat facts over and over again, as if each chapter was a separate article and didn't expect you to read the earlier ones. However, it is well worth the read.
The stories of the Jedburghs, and the SOF units that stem from them, also include lots of books that are more accessible after reading this one.
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Winning the War in Your Mind
- Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
- De: Craig Groeschel
- Narrado por: Craig Groeschel
- Duración: 4 h y 59 m
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We've all tried to think our way out of bad habits and unhealthy thought patterns, only to find ourselves stuck with an out-of-control mind and off-track daily life. Pastor and New York Times best-selling author Craig Groeschel understands deeply this daily battle against self-doubt and negative thinking, and in this powerful new book, he reveals the strategies he's discovered to change your mind and your life for the long-term.
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Thought I had ‘heard this before’
- De Rachel en 03-03-21
- Winning the War in Your Mind
- Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life
- De: Craig Groeschel
- Narrado por: Craig Groeschel
Practical Spiritual Advice
Revisado: 10-08-24
The author uses psychology and scriptures to give good lessons about your self dialogue. Has made a good difference on my life.
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