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An excellent, well-explained, beautifully illustrated compilation in a set of ten audiobooks that provide answers to interesting questions posed by curious children regarding the 'hows' of a wide range of diverse subjects related to the world around them. The simplicity of language adds to the appeal of each audiobook of the set.

Mankind has a distinct advantage over other terrestrial species: we talk to one another. But how did we acquire the most advanced form of communication on Earth? Daniel L. Everett, a "bombshell" linguist and "instant folk hero" (Tom Wolfe, Harper's), provides in this sweeping history a comprehensive examination of the evolutionary story of language, from the earliest speaking attempts by hominids to the more than 7,000 languages that exist today.

Explore the wonders of science and the latest in technology—from cool inventions to fun experiments, this audiobook makes learning super exciting.

From smartphones to robots, this audiobook introduces children to the amazing world of technology with fun facts, real-world examples, and beginner-friendly explanations of how things work.

Présentation de la chaireLa chaire annuelle L'invention de l'Europe par les langues et les cultures a été créée en partenariat avec le ministère de la Culture (Délégation générale à la langue française et aux langues de France).BiographieEnfant au Liban, adolescent à Paris, jeune adulte au Québec, Wajdi Mouawad vit en France aujourd'hui. Diplômé de l'École nationale d'art dramatique du Canada en 1991, il signe des adaptations et mises en scène de pièces contemporaines, classiques et de ses propres textes. Directeur artistique du Théâtre de Quat'Sous à Montréal, en 2000, ...

An insider’s tour through the construction of invented languages from the bestselling author and creator of languages for Legendary's Dune, the HBO series Game of Thrones and the Syfy series Defiance From master language creator David J. Peterson comes a creative guide to language construction...

Discourse on racism is not for the faint of heart. The Invention of Racism podcast presents the subtle, and not so subtle, nuances of racism in the 21st century. Understanding and speaking the truth about racism is the first step toward combatting and ultimately eliminating it. Join us as we explore historic and contemporary topics inside of “The Invention of Racism.” The Invention of Racism podcast series begins September 30, 2020.