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Accessory to War
- The Unspoken Alliance Between Astrophysics and the Military
- By: Avis Lang, Neil deGrasse Tyson
- Narrated by: Courtney B. Vance, Neil deGrasse Tyson - introduction
- Length: 18 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,976
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,699
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,689
In this fascinating foray into the centuries-old relationship between science and military power, acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and writer-researcher Avis Lang examine how the methods and tools of astrophysics have been enlisted in the service of war. "The overlap is strong, and the knowledge flows in both directions," say the authors, because astrophysicists and military planners care about many of the same things: multi-spectral detection, ranging, tracking, imaging, high ground, nuclear fusion, and access to space. Tyson and Lang call it a "curiously complicit" alliance.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Inspiring, educational, patriotic.
- By Kevin on 09-17-18
- Accessory to War
- The Unspoken Alliance Between Astrophysics and the Military
- By: Avis Lang, Neil deGrasse Tyson
- Narrated by: Courtney B. Vance, Neil deGrasse Tyson - introduction
Very informative book. Wish Neil read more of it.
Reviewed: 03-12-19
Very informative and educational. Great history stories. Missing Neil's spark of energy to really bring the book alive.
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Can't Hurt Me
- Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
- By: David Goggins
- Narrated by: David Goggins, Adam Skolnick
- Length: 13 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 203,564
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 179,785
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Story5 out of 5 stars 179,187
For David Goggins, childhood was a nightmare--poverty, prejudice, and physical abuse colored his days and haunted his nights. But through self-discipline, mental toughness, and hard work, Goggins transformed himself from a depressed, overweight young man with no future into a US Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. The only man in history to complete elite training as a Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force tactical air controller, he went on to set records in numerous endurance events.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Opting for the book instead
- By S David on 12-24-18
- Can't Hurt Me
- Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds
- By: David Goggins
- Narrated by: David Goggins, Adam Skolnick
A great story of the importance of driving oneself
Reviewed: 01-22-19
This book is a great look into the importance of self measurement, mental and physical. How fortunate we are to have the benefit of learning from another humans experience of the suffering and the potential of the human body and mind. I have finished the audio book and decided to immediately start over. This is a catalyst for a more driven, full life. I really enjoyed the mention of the 168 hours in a week. His challenges are so real and objective. A great story of trial by fire. Glad that David never made the tip of the spear teams because we could have lost the gift of having this book. Worth listening to the audio, worth buying two of the hard copies, one to keep in your collection and another to loan.
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32 Yolks
- From My Mother's Table to Working the Line
- By: Eric Ripert, Veronica Chambers
- Narrated by: Peter Ganim
- Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,027
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 896
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 889
In an industry where celebrity chefs are known as much for their salty talk and quick tempers as their food, Eric Ripert stands out. The winner of four James Beard Awards, co-owner and chef of a world-renowned restaurant, and recipient of countless Michelin stars, Ripert embodies elegance and culinary perfection. But before the accolades, before he even knew how to make a proper hollandaise sauce, Eric Ripert was a lonely young boy in the south of France whose life was falling apart.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Every aspiring cook needs to read this
- By PatrickV on 07-01-16
- 32 Yolks
- From My Mother's Table to Working the Line
- By: Eric Ripert, Veronica Chambers
- Narrated by: Peter Ganim
Fantastic read, wishing there was a second book
Reviewed: 10-24-18
A great story from Chef Ripert. I could read it again and again. This book is full of emotion and there is a full range to experience. I have dedicated most of my adult life to cooking and this book has inspired me in so many ways. This book will have a positive impact on me as a father as well. Thank you Chef Ripert for sharing part of your life's journey, I hope you will continue to write and share from where you left off.
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