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Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Walking by Erling Kagge, read by Atli Gunnarsson. 'Everything moves more slowly when I walk, the world seems softer . . .' From the bestselling author of Silence comes an illuminating exploration of the joy of walking. From those perilous first steps to...

A haunting account of teaching English to the sons of North Korea's ruling class during the last six months of Kim Jong-il's reign Every day, three times a day, the students march in two straight lines, singing praises to Kim Jong-il and North Korea: Without you, there is no motherland. Without...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Silence by Erling Kagge, read by Atli Gunnarsson. Behind a cacophony of traffic noise, iPhone alerts and our ever-spinning thoughts, an elusive notion - silence - lies in wait. But what really is silence? Where can it be found? And why is it more...

The Indus rises in Tibet, flows west across India, and south through Pakistan. For millennia it has been worshipped as a god; for centuries used as a tool of imperial expansion. Empires of the Indus follows the river upstream and back in time, taking the listener on a voyage through two thousand miles of geography and more than five thousand years of history redolent with contemporary importance.

In 2003, software engineer David Miller left his job, family, and friends to hike 2,172 miles of the Appalachian Trail. AWOL on the Appalachian Trail is Miller’s account of this thru-hike from Georgia to Maine. Listeners are treated to rich descriptions of the Appalachian Mountains, the isolation and reverie, the inspiration that fueled his quest, and the rewards of taking a less conventional path through life. While this book abounds with introspection and perseverance, it also provides useful passages about hiking gear and planning.

No grammar tests. No memory drills. No chance of failure. Welcome to Learn with Paul Noble – a unique, tried and tested language learning method that has been used by almost a million people to speak fluently and confidently in no time at all. Take your Mandarin Chinese to the next level with...

Though Frances Mayes is known for her travels, she has always sought a sense of home wherever she goes. In this poetic testament to the power of place in our lives, Mayes reflects on the idea of home, from the earliest imprint of four walls to the startling discoveries of feeling the strange ease of homes abroad, friends’ homes and even momentary homes that spark desires for other lives. Her musings are all the more poignant after so many have spent their long pandemic months at home.

Sir Mark Tully was the BBC’s Foreign Correspondent in India from 1972 to 1994. He has become familiar to listeners around the world for his incisive and thought-provoking reports. On this special recording, he looks back at a career that coincided with a remarkable period in Indian history...

A 2026 Audie Awards Finalist! Stow away with Rick Steves for a glimpse into the unforgettable moments, misadventures, and memories of his 1978 journey on the legendary Hippie Trail. In the 1970s, the ultimate trip for any backpacker was the storied “Hippie Trail” from Istanbul to Kathmandu...

This special anthology, published in 1885, is formed of seven stories, together with an introductory chapter setting up a framing narrative by Henry Norman, which is returned to at the end of each subsequent tale. This connecting narrative concerns a group of travelers on a transatlantic crossing. When their ship, the Bavaria suffers a ‘broken shaft’, they are forced to remain becalmed mid-ocean, telling stories to pass the time. - Summary by Ann Boulais

Lerne Französisch bei Europas bekanntestem polyglotten Sprachtrainer für schnelles Sprachenlernen mit der Speedlearning-Methode In 3 einfachen Schritten lernst du Französisch mit der Speedlearning-Methode: SCHRITT 1: Abonniere diesen Podcast und höre dir die Folgen an SCHRITT 2: Hol dir das Buch "Speedlearning - die Erfolgstechniken" SCHRITT 3: Kontaktiere uns für ein individuelles Französischtraining

Welcome to The Heart Behind the Risk podcast by The Hope Venture. This is a space where we wrestle through what it means to be generous, how to keep looking to Jesus in a loud world, and why it’s risky to hope. We hope these conversations are encouraging to you in your journey. This is the heart behind The Hope Venture, The Heart Behind the Risk.

Join host Celeste Skye as she explores the world's most thrilling elevated destinations, from glass observation decks to luxury mountain retreats. Each episode delivers standalone adventures exploring high-altitude travel's irresistible appeal, whether heart-pounding sky walks or serene escapes above the clouds. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

VORSICHT DRACHE! ist der Podcast für alle, die Abenteuer, Natur und spannende Geschichten lieben. In diesem Naturpodcast erwarten euch packende Naturkrimis und fantasievolle Hörspiel-Folgen aus dem Siebengebirge. Kletterdrache Kinni und seine Krimi-Crew nehmen euch mit auf Schatzsuche, lösen knifflige Rätsel und entdecken verborgene Spuren im Naturpark Siebengebirge. Jede Episode ist ein neues Abenteuer: ein Krimi für Kinder und Erwachsene, der Neugier weckt, die Fantasie anregt und ganz nebenbei Wissen über Natur und unsere Mitwelt vermittelt. Ob im Wald, auf den 7 Bergen oder an ...

Wissenshäppchen über das #Siebengebirge auf die Ohren. Wir erkunden das Siebengebirge mit Spaß und Neugier und erleben wunderbare Abenteuer: Natur und Kultur begegnen sich im Siebengebirge auf außergewöhnliche Weise.

Host Celeste Skye reveals how packing light transforms travel into a mindset of freedom. Discover why less stuff means more freedom, from conquering overpacking anxiety to mastering versatile gear and embracing one-bag travel. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Celeste Skye reveals the hidden art and psychology behind hotel lobbies—the threshold spaces that shape your stay in seven seconds. From signature scents and biophilic design to the science of instant welcome, discover how these orchestrated environments transform strangers into guests. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Host Celeste Skye reveals insider secrets for navigating airport priority lanes and fast-track security like a pro. From earning elite status to strategic timing hacks, discover whether skipping the queue is worth it and how savvy travelers beat airport bottlenecks worldwide. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Faraway investigates why distant places captivate us more than what's near. Host Celeste Skye explores the psychology of unreachable destinations, how distance deepens relationships, and why we build imaginary worlds to satisfy our longing for elsewhere. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Celeste Skye takes listeners through the world's most captivating seaports, from hidden fjord villages to Great Lakes gateways. Discover how these maritime hubs shape global travel, commerce, and the romance of crossing seas. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai