🌟📜 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless philosophical works come alive in a serene and focused setting. In Part 10 of our series on “Letters from a Stoic” by Seneca, we present Letters 79 to 82, covering profound reflections on resilience, virtue, and the Stoic approach to life’s challenges. This audiobook features full on-screen subtitles, providing a clear and immersive experience with Seneca’s wisdom.

🌟📖 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless literary masterpieces are brought to life in a serene and reflective setting. Today, we present “Sonnets” by William Shakespeare, read by the talented Elizabeth Klett. This audiobook features full on-screen subtitles, providing a beautifully immersive experience with Shakespeare’s poetic expressions of love, beauty, and the passage of time.

🔖 About Shakespeare’s Sonnets

Shakespeare’s 154 sonnets are some of the most celebrated poems in English literature, exploring themes of love, time, beauty, and mortality. Written with exquisite craft and emotional depth, these sonnets capture the complexity of human relationships and the enduring power of art. From the passionate declarations of youth to the poignant reflections on aging, Shakespeare’s words resonate across the ages.

🌟 About William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare (1564–1616) is widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the English language and the world’s most famous playwright. His works, including his sonnets, have shaped literature and continue to inspire readers and writers worldwide. The sonnets reveal his poetic genius, blending profound ideas with lyrical beauty.

🎙️ Narrated by Elizabeth Klett

This audiobook is brought to life by Elizabeth Klett, whose elegant and expressive narration captures the richness and emotion of Shakespeare’s poetry.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Shakespeare's Sonnets by William Shakespeare

00:11 - Sonnets 1-17:  Procreation and Legacy

15:31 - Sonnets 18-77: Friendship and Admiration

1:11:03 - Sonnets 78-126: Time, Mortality, and Immortality

1:55:04 - Sonnets 127-154:  Love and Desire

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🌟📖 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless works of philosophy and spirituality are brought to life in a serene and reflective atmosphere. Today we are happy to share with you “The Aims of the Philosophers” by Al-Ghazali, with an original translation reviewed by "Ahmed Khalid".

🌟📖 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless philosophical and literary works come alive in a serene and reflective setting. Today, we present “The Improvement of Human Reason Exhibited in the Life of Hayy Ibn Yaqzan”, also known as “The Story of Hayy Ibn Yaqzan”, by the Andalusian philosopher Ibn Tufayl (Tufail), translated by Simon Ockley (1708). This audiobook includes full on-screen subtitles, offering a clear and engaging experience of this pioneering work in philosophy and self-discovery.

🔖 About “The Story of Hayy Ibn Yaqzan”

This philosophical novel, written in the 12th century, is one of the earliest known works of its kind. “The Story of Hayy Ibn Yaqzan” tells the tale of Hayy, a child raised alone on a deserted island, who grows to adulthood through self-reliance and reason. The story explores themes of human nature, the pursuit of knowledge, and the relationship between reason and revelation. It is a profound allegory for intellectual and spiritual enlightenment, bridging Islamic philosophy and universal human questions.

🌟 About Ibn Tufayl

Ibn Tufayl (1105–1185) was an Andalusian philosopher, physician, and poet. His influence extended to both the Islamic world and Europe, where his works played a role in shaping early Enlightenment thought. “The Story of Hayy Ibn Yaqzan” is his most famous work, showcasing his ability to weave philosophy, science, and narrative into a timeless exploration of human reason.

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This audiobook features full on-screen subtitles, allowing you to follow Ibn Tufayl’s text closely as you listen. The visuals are designed to create a calm and reflective atmosphere, enhancing your understanding of this philosophical masterpiece.

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00:00 - The Improvement of Human Reason: Hayy Ibn Yaqzan by Ibn Tufayl

00:11 - Introduction to the Life of Hayy Ibn Yaqzan

21:40 - The History of Hayy Ibn Yaqzān

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🌟📖 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless philosophical dialogues are brought to life in a serene and focused setting. Today, we present “The Sophist” and “The Statesman” by Plato, translated by Benjamin Jowett. These interrelated dialogues explore the nature of philosophy, politics, and human roles within society. This audiobook includes full on-screen subtitles, offering a clear and engaging experience with Plato’s profound insights.

🌟📖 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless philosophical works are brought to life in a serene and focused setting. Today, we present “The Nicomachean Ethics” by Aristotle, translated by F. H. Peters. This audiobook includes full on-screen subtitles, offering an immersive exploration of Aristotle’s profound insights into virtue, happiness, and the ethical life.

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🌟📚 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless spiritual and philosophical wisdom is brought to life in a serene and reflective atmosphere. Today, we present “Dear Young Man” (Ayyuha Al-Walad) by the renowned scholar Al-Ghazali, translated by George O’ Schraer. This audiobook features full on-screen subtitles, creating an immersive experience as you engage with Al-Ghazali’s heartfelt counsel and guidance for young seekers of wisdom.

🌟📖 Welcome to Chillbooks, where timeless philosophical works come alive in a serene and focused setting. Today, we present “The Enchiridion” by the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, translated by Percy Ewing Matheson and read by John Pederson. This audiobook features full on-screen subtitles, providing a clear and immersive experience of Stoic wisdom.

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🌟📘 Welcome to Chillbooks, where we continue our journey through Al-Muqaddimah by Ibn Khaldun, a foundational work in history and sociology. In this ninth part, we explore the section “On Earning, Livelihood, Trades, and Crafts”, where Ibn Khaldun delves into the economic activities that sustain human societies. This audiobook features full on-screen subtitles, providing a clear and immersive experience with Ibn Khaldun’s analysis of work, wealth, and economic structures.

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🔖 About “On Earning, Livelihood, Trades, and Crafts”

In this section, Ibn Khaldun examines the various means by which people earn their livelihood, the social and economic impact of trades and crafts, and the role of labor in sustaining societies. He analyzes how economic activities shape civilizations, influence social hierarchies, and drive the development of urban centers. His reflections offer timeless insights into the dynamics of work, economic growth, and the value of different professions.

🌟 About Ibn Khaldun

Ibn Khaldun (1332–1406) was a historian, philosopher, and scholar whose work laid the foundation for modern sociology, economics, and historiography. His theories on the rise and fall of civilizations, social cohesion, and economic activity in Al-Muqaddimah have made him one of the most influential thinkers in understanding societal development. His exploration of livelihood and trades offers valuable perspectives on the economic forces that shape human history.

📚 A Series of Translations

This is Part 9 of our series on Al-Muqaddimah, focusing on the economic foundations of societies. Stay tuned for future parts as we continue to explore Ibn Khaldun’s comprehensive study of civilization, governance, and history.

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Timestamps:

00:23 - Chapter 1: Earnings and Sustenance

06:48 - Chapter 2: Types of Livelihood

09:56 - Chapter 3: Service Unnatural

10:27 - Chapter 4: Treasure Wealth Unnatural

24:09 - Chapter 5: Prestige and Wealth

26:22 - Chapter 6: Submission Gains

36:19 - Chapter 7: Religious Wealth

38:40 - Chapter 8: Nomad Agriculture

40:02 - Chapter 9: Trade Types

41:07 - Chapter 10: Who Trades

43:32 - Chapter 11: Merchants and Kings

44:40 - Chapter 12: Goods Transport

46:59 - Chapter 13: Monopoly

49:03 - Chapter 14: Harm of Discounts

51:39 - Chapter 15: Trade Origins

54:09 - Chapter 16: Craft Knowledge

56:38 - Chapter 17: Crafts and Cities

59:36 - Chapter 18: Civilization and Crafts

1:03:34 - Chapter 19: Demand Spurs Crafts

1:05:12 - Chapter 20: Cities Ruin Crafts

1:06:09 - Chapter 21: Arabs and Crafts

1:08:59 - Chapter 22: Craft Mastery Limits

1:10:31 - Chapter 23: Core Crafts

1:12:25 - Chapter 24: Agriculture

1:13:27 - Chapter 25: Construction

1:22:22 - Chapter 26: Carpentry

1:26:30 - Chapter 27: Sewing

1:29:35 - Chapter 28: Midwifery

1:37:02 - Chapter 29: City Medicine

1:44:28 - Chapter 30: Writing as Craft

2:03:20 - Chapter 31: Papermaking

2:08:09 - Chapter 32: Singing

2:23:34 - Chapter 33: Crafts Build Intellect

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