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King Peggy
- An American Secretary, Her Royal Destiny, and the Inspiring Story of How She Changed an African Village
- By: Eleanor Herman, Peggielene Bartels
- Narrated by: J. Karen Thomas
- Length: 14 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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King Peggy chronicles the astonishing journey of an American secretary who suddenly finds herself king to a town of 7,000 souls on Ghana's central coast, half a world away. Upon arriving for her crowning ceremony in beautiful Otuam, she discovers the dire reality: there's no running water, no doctor, and no high school, and many of the village elders are stealing the town's funds. To make matters worse, her uncle (the late king) sits in a morgue awaiting a proper funeral in the royal palace, which is in ruins.
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Love King Peggy!
- By Monica on 05-01-13
- King Peggy
- An American Secretary, Her Royal Destiny, and the Inspiring Story of How She Changed an African Village
- By: Eleanor Herman, Peggielene Bartels
- Narrated by: J. Karen Thomas
Manifest destiny based on genealology.
Reviewed: 10-21-24
Repetition of some of the information. I had heard about King Peggy (not sure of source). It was a nice story. I would really like to know how the school and other infrastructure projects are doing as I was unable to find anything concrete in Online searches.
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Getting Started with Sourdough
- From Flour to Levain to One Great Loaf
- By: Chad Robertson, Jennifer Latham
- Narrated by: Chad Robertson, Jennifer Latham
- Length: 1 hr and 49 mins
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If you've always been intrigued by the idea of baking beautiful, post-worthy loaves of bread from your own sourdough starter but have found the process confusing or intimidating, this is your easy entry into producing incredible loaves at home. Chad Robertson and Jennifer Latham have taught legions of professional bakers to bake bread with a deeply flavorful crust and a custardy crumb. Now they've simplified those lessons to talk you through their process.
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Learned a ton! Great resource!
- By Michael Phillips on 08-31-20
- Getting Started with Sourdough
- From Flour to Levain to One Great Loaf
- By: Chad Robertson, Jennifer Latham
- Narrated by: Chad Robertson, Jennifer Latham
Sourdough Cleared Up
Reviewed: 02-07-22
I understand the process so much better! Will listen while completing steps. I have been trying to master Sourdough for 3 years this go round. Started long before the pandemic. My problem is lack of consistent results. Bakers percentages explained. How to "fix" problems in the process. I have added the starter to the dough AFTER autolyse as explained and had a much better dough and resulting bread. My family prefers a tighter crumb so I don't have do high hydration unless it's for something other than sandwich bread. I understand whe to add inclusions now. I am glad this is in a format for listening to while doing.
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The Redemption of Bobby Love
- A Story of Faith, Family, and Justice
- By: Bobby Love, Cheryl Love
- Narrated by: Harvey Reaves, Cheri VandenHeuvel
- Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins
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Bobby and Cheryl Love were living in Brooklyn, happily married for decades, when the FBI and NYPD appeared at their door and demanded to know from Bobby, in front of his shocked wife and children: “What is your name? No, what’s your real name?” Bobby’s thirty-eight-year secret was out. As a Black child in the Jim Crow South, Bobby found himself in legal trouble before his 14th birthday. Sparked by the desperation he felt in the face of limited options and the pull of the streets, Bobby became a master thief.
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Heart Wrenching and Heart Warming
- By ArizonaBorn on 01-01-22
- The Redemption of Bobby Love
- A Story of Faith, Family, and Justice
- By: Bobby Love, Cheryl Love
- Narrated by: Harvey Reaves, Cheri VandenHeuvel
Heart Wrenching and Heart Warming
Reviewed: 01-01-22
I remember when this was in the news. I enjoyed the readers so much, I actually thought they were Cheryl and Bobby Love reading there book! Their story, Bobby's story is full of twists and turns. Truth that life is what you make it. I thank them for writing and sharing their truth AND for the unabridged Audible version. I highly recommend this book to anyone who ever wondered about Bobby Love's story and for those who want to hear about regret, redemption, forgiveness all wrapped up in Love!!
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Black Cop's Kid
- An Essay
- By: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- Narrated by: JD Jackson
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s deeply personal essay explores racial conflict through the prism of his childhood and the influence of his father, a police officer who walked the beat between two worlds.
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Learned things I didn’t know
- By Sammi on 01-31-24
- Black Cop's Kid
- An Essay
- By: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
- Narrated by: JD Jackson
Educational
Reviewed: 12-26-21
I learned more about Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and his nexus to being the advocate and historian of and for Africans living in America by force. I was moved by his documentary Black Patriots: Heroes of the Revolution so much that I immediately watched it again.
I appreciate his sharing what it was/is like being the son of a Black Police officer - especially during the late 50s and early 60s.
I appreciate his taking the time to write and address the systemic racism currently in society for Black and Native Peoples including other people of color marginalized by mainstream society.
This is a "read" worth repeating.
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The No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency: BBC Radio Casebook Vol. 4
- Eight BBC Radio 4 Full-Cast Dramatisations
- By: Alexander McCall Smith
- Narrated by: full cast, Nadine Marshall, Claire Benedict
- Length: 5 hrs and 49 mins
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Precious Ramotswe, Botswana’s premier - and only - lady detective, is back with another batch of unusual cases. In these eight episodes, she receives a visit from a very important person; helps out Mma Potokwani, who has had bad news at the Orphan Farm; looks into who is orchestrating a campaign against Mma Soleti; and welcomes a new arrival - while righting an old wrong. Plus, Mr JLB Matekoni’s apprentice gets into trouble; Mma Makutsi is hiding a secret; and Mma Ramotswe tries to come to terms with one of the trickiest situations she has ever faced: taking a holiday.
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New stories well written w/ excellent performances
- By Diana on 07-20-19
- The No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency: BBC Radio Casebook Vol. 4
- Eight BBC Radio 4 Full-Cast Dramatisations
- By: Alexander McCall Smith
- Narrated by: full cast, Nadine Marshall, Claire Benedict
Re-Listened to Series
Reviewed: 12-16-21
I read the first 4 books many years ago. I purchased the audio series when Jill Scott played the lead role. This is my second time listening to the series and I still love the series. I had forgotten quite a bit so it was refreshing and entertaining. I wish some of the other books were dramatized as well. I think many will enjoy listening. I highly recommend.
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Seeing Jesus from the East
- A Fresh Look at History’s Most Influential Figure
- By: Ravi Zacharias, Abdu Murray
- Narrated by: Van Tracy
- Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins
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In Seeing Jesus from the East, Ravi Zacharias and Abdu Murray show us why a broader view of Jesus is needed - one that recognizes the uniquely Eastern ways of thinking and communicating found in the pages of the Bible. Zacharias and Murray capture a revitalized gospel message, presenting it through this Eastern lens and revealing its power afresh to Western hearts and minds.
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This book is so important!
- By Jase Wilson on 06-18-20
- Seeing Jesus from the East
- A Fresh Look at History’s Most Influential Figure
- By: Ravi Zacharias, Abdu Murray
- Narrated by: Van Tracy
Compelling Message of Jesus of the East
Reviewed: 09-23-21
So many Western believers fail to see Jesus of Nazareth as being from the Middle East. The Bible reflects the location, the people and the mores of the land and times. One of the things that Ravi Zacharias and Abdu Murray make clear is the difference between honor shame of the East and guilt innocence of the West. There is a difference. The explanation and examples made clear that we Westerners often misinterpret much of the Bible.
Ravi is one of my favorite apologists and theologians. This book is worth listening to again to fully digest the content in my spirit. Just as my trip to Mali, West Africa opened my eyes to the sacrifices those who convert from Islam to Christianity have to make with regard to family and friends. Where I visited many we cut off from family and community once they converted. In some villages the chief and elders decide for the village. I gained a deeper appreciation for the stories of the Bible and peoples as well as understanding that my choosing Jesus did not cost me no where near what those I met.
I enjoyed both of the authors' delivery of the information and providing the reader with multiple examples of the cost of faith. The differences between honor shame and guilt innocence societies. And the truth of how many scripture passages are interpreted through a Western lens and not through lens of the people (Middle Eastern to include Roman society) who were the audience the scriptures were originally written for.
I highly recommend this book for all Western believers. It will open your heart of understanding more clearly.
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The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency: BBC Radio Casebook, Vol.2
- Eight BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisations
- By: Alexander McCall Smith
- Narrated by: full cast, Nadine Marshall, Claire Benedict
- Length: 5 hrs and 50 mins
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A second collection of eight BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisations based on the popular books by Alexander McCall Smith. 'How to Handle Men Through the Application of Psychology': Precious Ramotswe sets out to release her fiancé from a terrifying obligation, and a new case sparks a love quest. 'House of Hope': Precious and her assistant visit some bad girls as part of their mission to find a husband for their client, but Precious has some marriage problems of her own....
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Short story versions of the many (18 so far) books
- By Diana on 01-21-18
- The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency: BBC Radio Casebook, Vol.2
- Eight BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisations
- By: Alexander McCall Smith
- Narrated by: full cast, Nadine Marshall, Claire Benedict
Ladies No. 1
Reviewed: 02-26-20
I read the first 5 books in the series YEARS ago. I enjoyed the few episodes of the show but didn't get to watch all. I was delighted to find the titles. And, thoroughly enjoyed the first book.
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Cane River
- By: Lalita Tademy
- Narrated by: Shari Belafonte, Jo Marie Payton, Edwina Moore
- Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins
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They were women whose lives began in slavery, who weathered the Civil War, and who grappled with the contradictions of emancipation through the turbulent early years of the 20th century. Through it all, they fought to unite their family and forge success on their own terms.
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Cane River
- By Betty on 06-06-04
- Cane River
- By: Lalita Tademy
- Narrated by: Shari Belafonte, Jo Marie Payton, Edwina Moore
I Love this book!
Reviewed: 03-08-18
I've read this book 2x and this is my first time listening to it. I have to get me another copy of this book!
The story of Tademy's family is but a "glimpse" into the history of and life of her family that fully reveals the the history of one families roots in slavery and interracial relationships.
please read. You won't regret it.
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The Big Fat Surprise
- Why Butter, Meat, and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet
- By: Nina Teicholz
- Narrated by: Erin Bennett
- Length: 13 hrs and 26 mins
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Dish up the red meat, eggs, and whole milk! In this well-researched and captivating narrative, veteran food writer Nina Teicholz proves how everything we've been told about fat is wrong. For decades, Americans have cut back on red meat and dairy products full of "bad" saturated fats. We obediently complied with nutritional guidelines to eat "heart healthy" fats found in olive oil, fish, and nuts, and followed a Mediterranean diet heavy on fruits, vegetables, and grains. Yet the nation's health has declined. What is going on?
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Helped me lose 37lbs
- By Cole on 04-15-15
- The Big Fat Surprise
- Why Butter, Meat, and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet
- By: Nina Teicholz
- Narrated by: Erin Bennett
Too Scientific
Reviewed: 03-08-18
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
None of my friends would either read or listen to this book. It is just too scientific.
Were the concepts of this book easy to follow, or were they too technical?
Yes they were. But there are very technical. The book is a discussion of studies and such.
Which character – as performed by Erin Bennett – was your favorite?
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Do you think The Big Fat Surprise needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?
Yes. It would make sense if there were a sequel for those who wish to delve in the science of fat in the diet.
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