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The author explains how to live an empowered, extraordinary life by following some simple rules, patterns about how our minds work/ don’t work! I know I’m being vague. But this book will change the way you view manifestation, personal development, affirmations, etc. Truly a great read!

well done intermediate history of the Spartans, especially liked the sections on the Messenian Wars, and the one on Cleomenes. Very re-listenable.

The sacred mushroom 🍄 & the cross was the catalyst for me audio reading this title.

This was a truly enlightening read, as it moves into the whole of Spartan culture in a way that most never approach. Even given the source gaps, the analysis admits these and the hypotheses are well founded. I was surprised by the devotional aspect of Spartans especially. Highly recommended.

Too much good about this, but I can’t ignore the bad. The good is the author was a former infantry man (82d AB) and his perspective on Hoplite combat in general and Marathon in particular were spot on. The secret is the basic infantryman doesn’t change that much from one era to the next, weapons..

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Starting this fine book I knew very little about the history of the germ theory of infectious disease. It’s purpose is to give an idea of how difficult it was for the germ theory to become dominant and the actors who promoted it to win over scientific medicine. Most of the action takes place in..

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The blend of science, history and storytelling was wonderful. This is a delight for science and history buffs alike.

I liked this professor’s ability to make clear military ancient warfare to a woman untrained in any strategy or tactics.

I thought it was good book, it definitely wasn’t what I thought it was gonna be. I always find it fascinating to listen to other people’s lives especially famous people.

An outstanding overview of the Roman world of Christ’s life and passion. Well written and well read.