DescriptionIt is the greatest truth of our age: information is not knowledge... The year is 2023, and much of the world enjoys great wealth generated by the triumph of information technology. However, the staphylococcus plague of 2006 wiped out 40 million people, an…
DescriptionLed by Admiral Naismith (a.k.a. Lord Miles Vorkosigan), the Dendarii Mercenaries have pulled off the daring interspace rescue of an entire Cetagandan POW camp. But they have made some deadly enemies. Having finally outrun the infuriated Cetagandans, the Dendarii arrive on Earth for battle, shuttle repair, and a well deserved rest. But Miles realizes he's in trouble again. First the Mercenaries' payroll doesn't arrive on time, and then someone tries to murder him. Now Miles must juggle both his identities at once to unravel the complicated plot against him, and to reveal an unexpected ally. Just who is trying to assassinate which of his personas, and why?
DescriptionLearn the leadership skills to build a better, more profitable business with the help of Max DePree. CEO of Herman Miller, Inc. - a firm which ranks high in Fortune magazine's surveys of the most admired, best managed companies, and one of the best companies to work for in America - DePree expounds on an innovative style of business leadership for the 1990s. He emphasizes a humanistic approach, which is responsible for the remarkable success of Herman Miller, Inc. and other respected American companies.
DescriptionBill Harley's 2003 recording is a very special collection of songs and stories for bedtime about a wonderful and wacky imaginary place, The Town Around the Bend . Harley's long-established humor, meaning, and music are toned down for the quiet time right before the eyes close and the world rests. Featuring "Warning about Jumping on Beds, " "Nighty Noodles, " "How the Town Around the Bend Got Its Name, " "Bellybuttons, " "Look Out Your Window, " "Bucket of Beans, Clarisse, and the Bubble Machine, " "Why Pillows Sing, " "I'm Your Pillow, " "Why Kids Sing to Their Parents, " "Go to Sleep, Little Daddy, " "Strawberry Peach Sky, " and "Nighty Noodles (Again)."…
DescriptionThere's no one more blunt, more opinionated, or more outspoken than the average teen. Except, of course, Bill O'Reilly, veteran star journalist, anchor of the most watched cable news program on TV, New York Times best-selling author, husband, father of two, and former teacher. In his latest book, O'Reilly talks straight to the readers most likely to appreciate his direct style: teens. To be sure he's addressing their most pressing concerns, he responds to actual letters from kids who tune in to his radio and TV shows regularly and collaborates with an award-winning former high school teacher and college professor Charles Flowers. If you're a kid and you're listening to this audio, consider sharing it with your parents, they'll understand you better. If you're a parent and you're listening to this audio, definitely share it with your kids, you'll sleep better.
