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Did you know that in medieval times dogs were known to have accompanied their masters into battle wearing suits of armour? Or that cows from different regions moo in different accents? Were you aware that the courtship dance of some seahorses can last eight hours? Or that an albatross flies much further in a lifetime than the Apollo astronauts did on their moon missions? In this collection, narrators Jason Zenobia, Charles King and Lawrence Keefe talk us through over 1,000 facts about birds, cats, dogs, fish, horses, insects, lizards, sharks, snakes and spiders.

How much of the earth’s surface do you think is volcanic in its origin? Have you any idea of the difference between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano? And do you know which 10 eruptions were the largest in human history? Join Charles King as he talks us through all of these things and more and discover 101 amazing facts about volcanos. Whether you’re studying the subject at school or are simply interested to find out more about one of nature’s most impressive and dangerous sights, then this is the perfect book for you.

Close to a third of adult Americans have been diagnosed with high blood pressure and hypertension, yet over 50% of diagnosed patients don't have it under control; high blood pressure and hypertension are a serious problem. The good news is, blood pressure and hypertension are easily treatable! In this book, we will go over the proven process to successfully prevent, control and lower high blood pressure.

In what many refer to as one of the first and greatest science fiction thrillers, a mysterious stranger wanders into an inn, wrapped head-to-toe in bandages. What lies beneath the bandages is something even more mysterious. As Wells tackles issues of identity, deception, and the deterioration of the human mind, listeners will be drawn into the story of the mysterious man, whose own mistakes end up whisking him into a whirlwind of deceit, terror, and even murder. In the end, the question will be asked: when your sense of self and identity vanish, who will you become?

Do you know why the original names of the ghosts in Pac-Man meant chaser, ambusher, fickle and feigned ignorance? Or what advantage the Japanese had over English-speaking players? What is the secret to mastering the game? And what actually happens if you do so? This excellent quick-listen audiobook tells you everything you need to know about Pac-Man and more. Masterfully narrated by Charles King and with chapters covering the game’s creation, the ghosts, the world of Pac-Man and much more, this is the ideal audiobook for any Pac-Fan!

In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King talks us through more than 100 amazing facts about the human body, including information about your brain, bones, vision and much more. Whether you're studying human biology or are just interested to find out what makes us tick, this is the perfect listen for you.

How much do you know about Australia? Whether you have lived there all your life or have simply thought about visiting one day, you’ll be fascinated to learn all about the land where Christmas means baking-hot sun and a barbeque on the beach! In this fascinating audiobook, narrator Charles King takes us on a journey ‘Down Under’, revealing over 100 amazing facts about Australia, from interesting information about the country’s history, landmarks and wildlife to its best-known citizens and much more.

Meal prepping is not a one time thing. It is both a habit and a skill that you can develop over time.

In this book, you will learn all about meal prepping. According to studies, the easiest way to organically shed excess weight is to make your own homemade dishes to make sure that you utilize fresh and whole ingredients. Doing so also lets you cut back on harmful ingredients that are the main causes of weight gain and other lifestyle diseases.

How much do you know about England? Whether you’re a citizen of the centre of the once-great empire or are simply interesting in visiting one day, join Charles King as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about the spiritual home of Robin Hood, cricket and Henry VIII.

Want to learn the secrets of secret societies? Have you or a family member been trapped in a secret society? Are secret societies really dangerous or just a group of like-minded people trying to accomplish something important for the betterment of the world? In this book, Notorious Secret Societies, you'll everything you want and need to know!

This audiobook will enable you to have a better understanding on the behavior and inner feeling of a child with special needs, thereby knowing the way to manage and cope with the situation effectively with minimal stress for the family. This audiobook will also show you the steps to help your autistic loved ones to communicate better to incorporate into the outside world.

Join narrator Charles King in this fantastic guide to one of the most important periods in European history, as he talks us through more than 100 amazing facts about the Napoleonic Wars. With individual chapters covering subjects such as an overview of the conflict, military commanders and notable figures, weaponry used and developed during the time and many more, this is a perfect audiobook to add to any military historian’s collection.

Do you know which year most historians agree saw the very first tank partake in battle? Which country first used the combined might of tanks and air power? What percentage of Germany’s Afrika Korps tanks had been destroyed by the end of the campaign? And which tank was nicknamed Queen of the Desert? In this fascinating audiobook, Charles King talks us through more than 100 amazing facts about tanks, including chapters about their history, the Second World War, tank design and plenty more.

In this tale, two brothers give presents to their king. The poor brother chooses to offer the largest turnip grown on his land, whereas the rich one can afford to give far more. The response the latter receives from the king, however, is not exactly what he is expecting....

Acorn Classics brings you the unadulterated, original tales as written down over a century ago by the Brothers Grimm themselves. In this tale - 'The Frog Prince', in fact the first fairy tale featured in the Brothers’ famous collection - a princess befriends a frog who is kind enough to retrieve a golden ball she drops into a pond. But what is the frog’s secret, and how can the princess help him?

That "thing" that happens in our head that we call self-talk doesn't automatically think of words of wisdom or encouragement. We typically must seek them out. With all the negative and disempowering content being aimed at us every minute, we need a way to reset the negative with positive and humorous content. That is the purpose of Keep Believing!, to empower the listener with daily heartening and uplifting inspiration. Written for all ages, Keep Believing! is filled with words to enrich and boost the daily lives of listeners.

You’re about to discover the different aspects of body language and techniques that will enable you to read the gestures, actions, and emotions of others. You can also try to use these gestures and expressions yourself to interact with friends and family. This book will cover the different steps in reading and understanding nonverbal cues. Be guided on how to present yourself in public and be sure your words and actions jive with each other. As the saying goes, "Actions speak louder than words", so be sure you are conveying exactly what your mouth has spoken.

The ability to impact people is an important skill everyone should have...Influence, on the other hand, will help you indirectly manage and control both those who work for you and those who do not. Influence is an art and it is vital in every facet of life. This audiobook is, therefore, relevant to you regardless of your vocation or career level. This audiobook will help you grow your level of influence for your personal and business life.

It’s not what you know that counts; it’s what you need to know. Today analytics rule, and that approach may be just fine for some businesses; but as seemingly rational as number crunching may appear, it only tells you part of the story, and that can be misleading. Statistical analysis can tell you what people did, but it can’t tell you why; and it doesn’t tell you what they would have done if presented with an alternative. Even A-B testing won’t provide the answer to why people did what they did.

Would you like to get rid of bad debt and grow a healthy amount of savings? Unlike other guides, this audiobook shares how minimalism can help you to enhance your financial status to achieve true happiness.