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In the second half of the tenth century, Byzantium embarked on a series of spectacular conquests. By the early eleventh century, the empire was the most powerful state in the Mediterranean. Yet this imperial project came to a crashing collapse fifty years later, when political disunity, fiscal mismanagement, and defeat at the hands of the Seljuks and the Normans brought an end to Byzantine hegemony. By 1081, Byzantium's very existence was threatened.

Weekly podcast from The River Fellowship in Langley, BC.

Civil war looms in the Bobiverse in this brand-new, epic-length adventure by Audible number one best seller Dennis E. Taylor. More than a hundred years ago, Bender set out for the stars and was never heard from again. There has been no trace of him despite numerous searches by his clone-mates. Now Bob is determined to organize an expedition to learn Bender’s fate - whatever the cost. But nothing is ever simple in the Bobiverse. Bob’s descendants are out to the 24th generation now, and replicative drift has produced individuals who can barely be considered Bobs anymore.

Immerse yourself in the serene ambiance of 'River Stream and Distant Birds'. This tranquil rainforest soundscape features the gentle babbling of a stream, distant river rush, and soothing birdsong, creating a calming retreat for relaxation and mindfulness.

Experience tranquility with 'Gurgling River Stream,' a soothing nature soundscape designed for peace and meditation. Immerse in the gentle symphony of a babbling stream, creating a serene retreat for relaxation.

The spacious drops of water merge effortlessly with the ambient sounds of the forest, where the Brown Creeper and Pacific-slope Flycatcher grace the background with their melodic calls. The rhythmic drumming of a woodpecker adds an enchanting percussive element, enhancing the peaceful soundscape. Designed to evoke tranquility and relaxation, this natural harmony invites listeners to unwind and rediscover serenity amidst the gentle embrace of a leafy forest retreat.

Taita is a humble slave, an expert in art, poetry, medicine and engineering as well as keeping important secrets. He is the most treasured possession of Lord Intef. Yet when Intef's beautiful daughter, Lostris, is married to the Pharaoh, Taita is commanded to follow her and swiftly finds himself deeper than he ever could have imagined in a world of deception and treachery. But outside the palace, the great kingdom of Egypt is divided and in even greater danger. Enemies threaten on all sides, and only Taita holds the power to save them all....

This binaural audio recording features bright river stream trickle with very distant muffled birds and ducks from nearby lake creating a pleasant sound ambiance for relaxation, meditation, or simple enjoyment of mindfulness and peace. The auditory experience of flowing water sounds offers acoustic stimulation, which helps with relaxation and meditation. In addition, the presence of ambient sound masks internal thoughts and can lead to a reduction in rumination and intrusive thoughts, thereby providing psychological reprieve from the stresses of everyday life.

Embark on a journey of self-discovery with this audio book, featuring the lively and energetic singing of the House Wren near a peaceful river stream. The natural ambiance of the flowing water and birdsong creates an atmospheric audio experience that's perfect for meditation and enlightenment. Let the House Wren's beautiful melody guide you on a path towards inner peace and tranquility as you relax and unwind to the soothing sounds of nature. The House Wren is a small passerine bird native to the Northern Hemisphere.

This binaural audio recording features the White-throated Sparrow birdsong recorded in its natural habitat in Minnesota’s Gran Portage State Forest near a delicate babbling river stream together with other birds, insects, and ground creatures. Other birdsongs include: American Bittern, Swamp Sparrow, Yellow-bellied Sapsucker drumming, American Robin.

In the heart of China's Sichuan province, amid the terraced hills of the Yangtze River valley, lies the remote town of Fuling. Like many other small cities in this ever-evolving country, Fuling is heading down a new path of change and growth, which came into remarkably sharp focus when Peter Hessler arrived as a Peace Corps volunteer, marking the first time in more than half a century that the city had an American resident.

Renowned for its intricate vocal abilities, the Bullock's Oriole unveils a captivating repertoire of calls, each serving a distinct communicative purpose. The fascinating aspect lies in the individual variation within their vocalizations, as certain calls adapt to their specific environmental contexts. In this audio recording, you will discover the harmonious blend of the Bullock's Oriole birdsong, reverberating through the Californian Woodlands.

A lively, engaging show designed to kickstart your day with LOCAL news, community events, pillars of the community, and entertainment. With content catered towards broadcast and social media, our purpose for RiverTalk: Beyond the Stream is to keep the community informed, entertained, but most of all CONNECTED.

By Peter Souter. Hugh and Bella, are running to the same timetable, the timetable you're on if someone you love has just died, and they keep running into each other. They visit the same undertakers at the same time; Hugh's Mum is cremated immediately after Bella's husband; and they even end up...

Sunday Messages from the River Church RVA in Chester, Virginia

Awakening Streams features Dharma talks and Zen reflections from Sensei Michael Brunner of One River Zen Center in Ottawa, Illinois. Each episode explores the living practice of Zen Buddhism through classic Zen koans, teachings from the Shōyōroku and Mumonkan, and direct encounters with everyday life. Discover how awakening flows through every obstacle, every act of compassion, and every moment of wonder. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.oneriverzen.org

Go as a River, Stay as Yourself is a reflective companion to stories like Go as a River—a book about what it really costs to “flow with life” when your world has been carved by grief, duty, and other people’s expectations. Using the image of a mountain river—pushed, narrowed, diverted—this book follows a young woman who learns to move through loss and exile without letting those forces erase who she is.

Originally published in 1994, this book was a fly-fishing phenomenon in the way Howell Raines' Fly Fishing Through the Mid-Life Crisis was. Taking his fishing hobby to near metaphysical levels, Ted Leeson tells about his passions: rivers, trout, and fly fishing. With wry humor and rare insight, he explores questions that engage most fishermen: What is it about rivers that draws us so irresistibly, and why does fly fishing seem such an aptly suited response?

Escape to tranquillity with 'Relaxing Babbling River,' an immersive rainforest soundscape featuring the gentle babbling of a stream. Let the soothing ambiance of nature's symphony create a serene retreat, offering a tranquil background for relaxation and mindfulness.

This is an independent summary and analysis of The Fellowship of the River by Joe Tafur, M.D. It is not the original book. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners. This audiobook follows the journey of a Western-trained medical doctor who realizes that conventional medicine alone cannot explain or heal the deepest layers of human suffering. Drawn to the Amazon, the author steps into the world of traditional plant medicine, where ayahuasca and other remedies are used to treat not just the body, but emotion, memory, and spirit.