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Maps have a mysterious hold over us. Whether ancient, crumbling parchments or generated by Google, maps tell us things we want to know, not only about our current location or where we are going but about the world in general. And yet, when it comes to geo-politics, much of what we are told is generated by analysts and other experts who have neglected to refer to a map of the place in question.

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of A Political History of the World by Jonathan Holslag, read by Roy McMillan. In three thousand years of history, China has spent at least eleven centuries at war. The Roman Empire was in conflict during at least 50 per cent of its lifetime. Since 1776...

"Meditations" offers timeless reflections from Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. This text draws from his personal notes, written as a guide to self-discipline, virtue, and tranquility. This new translation by Filibooks Translation provides a clear, accessible approach to the core of Stoic thought.

From peacemakers and strategists to explorers and entrepreneurs, the tūpuna of the North are an inspiration to the people of Te Tai Tokerau. This remarkable book by Melinda Webber and Te Kapua O'Connor introduces a new generation to twenty-four of those tūpuna–Nukutawhiti and Hineāmaru, Hongi Hika and Te Ruki Kawiti, and many more. Through whakapapa and kōrero, waiata and pepeha, we learn about their actions, their places, their values, and their aspirations.

Disarmament in the Time of Perestroika is the definitive history of the implementation of the INF Treaty signed by Mikhail Gorbachev and Ronald Reagan in all its complexities, and the lengths both sides went to “trust, but verify” this successful and unique historic disarmament process.

"Why Sexual Harassment Persists in Politics" is from the November 2, 2016 United States section of The New York Times. It was written by Sheryl Gay Stolberg and narrated by Caroline Miller.

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o es estudiante en una prestigiosa escuela de Nairobi cuando la guerrilla Mau Mau reclama la independencia de Kenia. La etapa de más represión del gobierno británico coincide con su entrada al instituto, donde se siente protegido. Así, cuando Ngũgĩ visita su pueblo lo encuentra devastado y trasladado cerca de la vigilancia de las autoridades en un conjunto de pueblos a modo de campo de concentración.

In London in the Time of Dickens, you’ll get the unique opportunity to experience the British capital through the eyes of a literary master whose work is inextricably tied to the city and its rich history. Throughout 12 lectures taught by Professor Lillian Nayder of Bates College, you’ll tour the city of London in a time of rapid transformation through the life and work of Charles Dickens, uncovering the history of the metropolis, while also witnessing the everyday experiences of Londoners from all walks of life as Dickens represents them.

"In Hillary Clinton's Nomination, Women See a Collective Step Up" is from the June 29, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Jodi Kantor and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"In Pearl Harbor Visit, a Symbol of Reconciliation in Japan" is from the December 24, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Motoko Rich and Gardiner Harris and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"In New York, Deep Confusion Stands in Contrast to Elation after Trump's Win" is from the November 09, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Declan Walsh and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"In Splash of Colors, Signs of Hope for Coral Reefs" is from the August 15, 2016 Science section of The New York Times. It was written by Karen Weintraub and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"In the Age of ISIS, Who's a Terrorist, and Who's Simply Deranged?" is from the July 17, 2016 World section of The New York Times. It was written by Mark Mazzetti and Eric Schmitt and narrated by Sam Scholl.

"In Major Step for Drone Delivery, Amazon Flies Package to Customer in England" is from the December 14, 2016 Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Nick Wingfield and Mark Scott and narrated by Keith Sellon-Wright.

"In Sharp Reversal, California Suspends Water Restrictions" is from the May 18, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Adam Nagourney and Ian Lovett and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"In Assault Inquiry, Baylor Demotes President and Fires Coach" is from the May 26, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Marc Tracy and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"In Israel, an Arab Chooses Baskets Over Goals" is from the March 10, 2016 Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by Sam Borden and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"In an Age of Terror, Smoothing the Transition to the next Presidency" is from the April 20, 2016 US section of The New York Times. It was written by Julie Hirschfeld Davis and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"In Words and Deeds, a Racecar Driver Zips through Stereotypes" is from the August 23, 2016, Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by Dave Caldwell and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"In Sweden, an Experiment Turns Shorter Workdays into Bigger Gains" is from the May 20, 2016 Business section of The New York Times. It was written by Liz Alderman and narrated by Fleet Cooper.