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The Real History of Dracula
- De: Sara Cleto, Brittany Warman, The Great Courses
- Narrado por: Sara Cleto, Brittany Warman
- Duración: 4 h y 27 m
- Grabación Original
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General3.5 out of 5 stars 55
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Narración:3.5 out of 5 stars 44
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Historia3.5 out of 5 stars 44
In the 10 episodes of The Real History of Dracula, folklorists Dr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman, of The Carterhaugh School of Folklore and the Fantastic, will shine a light into the dark recesses of our cultural obsession with vampires. Using folklore, literature, history, television, film, and more, Sara and Brittany will show you how—and why—vampires are a potent metaphor for what matters most about the human condition.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Waste of time, money and even space on your phone
- De Petr en 07-12-23
- The Real History of Dracula
- De: Sara Cleto, Brittany Warman, The Great Courses
- Narrado por: Sara Cleto, Brittany Warman
Entertaining Exploration of Vampire Lore's Impact
Revisado: 09-07-23
As someone who delved deep into the world of vampires during the COVID lockdown, I stumbled upon "The Real History of Dracula" with a sense of curiosity. Vampires had become a captivating subject for me, and this course, despite my initial uncertainty, turned out to be a pleasant surprise.
While I hadn't read Bram Stoker's "Dracula," I was aware of its monumental influence on literature and pop culture. "The Real History of Dracula" offered a unique perspective by delving into Stoker's profound impact on the cultural phenomenon of vampires.
What made this course truly enjoyable was the infectious enthusiasm of the presenters, Sara Cleto and Brittany Warman. Their genuine excitement for the subject matter was palpable throughout, making the lectures not just informative but also fun to listen to. Their giddiness added an engaging dimension to the exploration of vampiric lore.
The course does touch upon Bram Stoker's research process leading up to his iconic book, providing insights into the genesis of "Dracula." However, it's important to note that the literary examination of the book itself remains somewhat superficial.
In conclusion, "The Real History of Dracula" is a delightful and entertaining journey into the influence of Bram Stoker's "Dracula" on cultural perceptions of vampires. While it might not offer an in-depth literary analysis of the novel, it more than compensates with its engaging presentation and infectious passion for the subject. If you're a vampire enthusiast or simply curious about the cultural impact of this iconic character, this course is well worth a listen.
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Thinking, Fast and Slow
- De: Daniel Kahneman
- Narrado por: Patrick Egan
- Duración: 20 h y 2 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 19,708
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 16,350
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 16,195
The guru to the gurus at last shares his knowledge with the rest of us. Nobel laureate Daniel Kahneman's seminal studies in behavioral psychology, behavioral economics, and happiness studies have influenced numerous other authors, including Steven Pinker and Malcolm Gladwell. In Thinking, Fast and Slow, Kahneman at last offers his own, first book for the general public. It is a lucid and enlightening summary of his life's work. It will change the way you think about thinking. Two systems drive the way we think and make choices, Kahneman explains....
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3 out of 5 stars
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Difficult Listen, but Probably a Great Read
- De Mike Kircher en 01-12-12
- Thinking, Fast and Slow
- De: Daniel Kahneman
- Narrado por: Patrick Egan
Excellent book the psychology of decision making
Revisado: 05-23-21
Excellent book on the psychology of decision making and cognitive illusions. the book seems to be written from a scholarly perspective rather than popular perspective. Many people would prefer a summary than this book. there is lots of text around the various research and studies, which I found extremely fascinating that may make it difficult for others to get through.
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Catalyst (Star Wars)
- A Rogue One Novel
- De: James Luceno
- Narrado por: Jonathan Davis
- Duración: 11 h y 15 m
- Versión completa
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 11,573
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 10,748
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 10,721
The must-have prequel novel to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story - the upcoming film, set before the events of Star Wars: A New Hope, that reveals the untold story of the rebel effort to steal the plans to the Death Star!
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4 out of 5 stars
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Intriguing prequel to Rogue One.
- De M. S. Valdez en 12-27-16
- Catalyst (Star Wars)
- A Rogue One Novel
- De: James Luceno
- Narrado por: Jonathan Davis
A story of political intrigue and espionage
Revisado: 12-01-16
I could not wait to finish the book in light of the new movie. this story would not make a good movie but a great supporting story for the new film. Themes of political intrigue, espionage, and ethical scientific delimmas course through this book.
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