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Title: Wayfinding Part 4: Old World & New

Author: Hugh Howey

Narrator: Graham Vick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-24-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

In this part, we discuss the most important concept in all of self-help, which is that our brains and bodies expect a much different world than the one in which they find themselves. This mismatch is the source of much confusion and unhappiness. Understanding what our bodies expect to find, and what they encounter instead, is the first step in resolving this inner turmoil.I also introduce the first sailboat I ever owned, and begin the tale of its maiden voyage from Baltimore to Charleston, South Carolina, one of the most harrowing sailing trips of my life.

©2015 Hugh Howey (P)2016 Audible, Inc.

Members Reviews:

You might learn something

Great ideas from an excellent writer. Read all of them in one sitting. Not just entertaining but also enlightening.

Four Stars

Deep thoughts.

... i would s till have say that the series is great writing. For me the concepts are energizing and ...

The author manages to eloquently and peacefully address issues of human behavior in such a way that even if I profoundly disagreed with him I would still have to say that this series is great writing and a worthwhile read. Personally the concepts are energizing and enlightening and ......well actually the feeling is due to a chemical dump in my brain that occurs when I read something that I like and want to remember. That may sound cold to many but I have been at ease with that for some time and it does not diminish my outlook on my personal existence. To understand that habits, behaviors, and consequences that cause me confusion and pain are not the byproduct of some unseen force, or my supposed evil nature, or because I stepped on a crack in the sidewalk, but because evolution and modern society are out of sync and that I can understand what's going on and use that to my advantage is liberating to say the least. In only on 3and look forward to more.

Highly Recommend

I am hoping that if you are considering reading this book that you have already read the first 3 :)

I truly love Hugh Howeys writing style. These books have had a profound effect on me and I can't wait for the next in the series. The insights that HH offers are pure logic - this is something I really appreciate and find I can relate to better than someone simply telling you what you should be doing or why what you have been doing is wrong. There is so much in this series that so many of us can relate to - it's very real world. HH has a gift of allowing his readers to look at something they may have been looking at their whole lives and see it at just the right angle to make a difference.

Nice.

Interesting and entertaining. This installment is longer and more comprehensive than the previous ones. The information on the human brain and behavior is not new, but Hugh's writing style is far more engaging than academic articles on the same topics. I'm enjoying reading this series.

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Title: Wayfinding Part 5: Consciousness and Subconsciousness

Author: Hugh Howey

Narrator: Graham Vick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 55 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-24-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

In part five of this series, we take a step back from examples of the struggles we face and solutions for conquering those struggles and delve deeper into the two levels of thought that are often in conflict. We look at the consciousness and subconsciousness and how the two are in dialog with one another. More importantly, we examine how the consciousness likely formed, and how its adaptation may have been for a different purpose entirely.In the Wayfinder portion of the work, I conclude the delivery of my first sailboat from Baltimore to Charleston, a trip that very nearly ended in ruin.

©2015 Hugh Howey (P)2016 Audible, Inc.

Members Reviews:

Good Stuff

Another great installment of Hugh's Wayfinding series. In this installment he discusses how our brains developed. Subconscious coming first (or the lizard brain, if you will) and consciousness only coming later as a side effect of language and theory of mind (tools we needed to be able to communicate with others). It's great stuff, gets you thinking, and makes me feel like I'm not the only one out there who feels that my mind is at war with the primitive urges of my body.

I'm glad Hugh's taken the time to sit down and explain this concept of making peace with that inner war. If applied, the concepts in this series can be life changing. Thanks for giving back, Hugh.

A lightweight metaphysical journey

Not exactly ground breaking in its content. Easy and interesting to read, but pretty insubstantial.

Been Looking Forward to This!

I don't want to be Hugh Howey (I get seasick in an hour, so living on a boat would not suit me) or even to be exactly like him. For better or worse, I'm me, Esteemed Reader, and you're you and Hugh's Hugh, so that's who's who:) But I learned early in life that one of the easiest ways to compensate for not being especially brilliant is to watch brilliant people, try and figure out what they're doing and why, then use that to improve what I'm doing. Why else do you think I've been collecting all these writer interviews over the years?

Fortunately for me, Hugh is currently publishing his Wayfinding series, which is literally his advice on how to live a better life. I've been hooked since the first volume and can't recommend these books strongly enough. Today is Middle Grade Ninja history as Hugh is about to become the first author I've ever asked an additional 7 questions, and it all came about because I was pestering him to please, please publish more Wayfinding with a quickness.

I left organized religion behind more than a decade ago, yet each Wayfinding installment feels like a Bible study devotional--but with like facts and science and common sense:) I can read them with my coffee and spend my morning pondering some weighty issues in ways I haven't seen them presented elsewhere and I don't have to take any of it on faith because Hugh isn't using information I can't easily verify (such as divine inspiration). It should be noted that Wayfinding is far more respectful toward religion and individual beliefs than I'm being--it's a bad habit of mine.

The topics of each volume vary and though it's clear to me an argument is being built, I'm not sure exactly where Hugh's going and I'd be happy if this series were to continue on for years.

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Title: Wayfinding Part 3: Hot & Cold

Author: Hugh Howey

Narrator: Graham Vick

Format: Unabridged

Length: 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-24-16

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Much of our thinking happens in what is colloquially referred to as our "Lizard Brain." But what does this mean? How do lizards see the world? How do they think?Answering these questions is a crucial step toward understanding how we think, making better decisions, and Wayfinding toward happiness and emotional growth. Join me as we continue this story of self-exploration, and as I take you back to the first sailboat I ever climbed aboard, and how it nearly killed me.

Members Reviews:

More to think about.

Things already known... different context. Good reminders. Honest self portrayal. Not a page Turner but still interesting and thoughtful. Thank yoy.

It Picks Back Up In Part III

In this chapter Hugh discusses how our brain works (and by doing so supports his statements in part 2 that we have much less free will than we would like to admit) and goes on to say how we can use the information we know about the brain to make whatever improvements in our life we're shooting for. It's a great chapter in the series, and I look forward to seeing where it goes from here.

Five Stars

very inspirational

This resonates with my soul.

Very insightful, thank you Hugh for your curiosity as you put it, this resonates with my soul. Your honesty and transparency are appreciated, your research always backed by personal experience, hmmm or vice versa, lends validity to this thought provoking series. Will no doubt read them all.

Four Stars

Deep thoughts.

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Title: Britain - Culture Smart!

Subtitle: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

Author: Paul Norbury

Narrator: Anna Bentinck

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-10-16

Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Cool Britannia is alive and well today. British culture is at the top of its game - in fashion, popular music, art and entertainment, science and technology, new inventions, and the rediscovered skills and excellence in engineering that make it Germany's leading trading partner in Europe. As a family of nations, the British are inventive, reflective, good humored, funny, focused, and tenacious.

Today's multicultural Britain is managing the challenges of integrating minorities in a way that remains true to its fundamental values and beliefs as a fair and open society, one that continues to see itself as a model for others to follow. This concise guide will help you navigate through the culturally rich island of Britain.

Members Reviews:

Don't waste your money, read internet blogs and Wikipedia instead

I purchased this book shortly after moving to the UK from the US, and it is quite useless for helping overcome culture shock. As mentioned in a prior review, it does provide a light overview of the demographics, historical timeline, customs, faux pas, sights to see, etc, but all this could easily be found with a quick internet search or just going to Wikipedia, or buying a travel book. It is definitely not written by someone who moved here and took rigorous notes of all the social nuances and issues one experiences when being immersed in a completely new culture. The author does mention some of these issues, such as customer service in the UK (I'm from the US, so you may feel different moving here from somewhere else), but he only does so by lightly touching on service at restaurants, claiming that "the English today do not like serving others," instead of going into real depth. What do you do? What is considered rude on both service and customer sides? Customer service is entirely different at least between the UK and US (and some parts of Asia, from my limited travel there), beyond just having to get adjusted to service at restaurants, and it will affect multiple aspects of your life abroad. This is one example of many in the book in which the author does not go into sufficient depth to help one cope with the differences and overcome frustrations. Knowing the history of the UK or old customs that no one follows anymore won't help you become "Culture Smart" enough to get through all the different so-called "little things" in everyday life that truly may lead to homesickness and even depression. Don't get me wrong, I love the UK, and I'm adjusting quite well (everyone who moves abroad is going to get a bit homesick and bummed), but just saying this book WILL NOT HELP YOU. Don't waste your money, google the expat blogs and read them instead.

Great Little Book to Put in the Back Pocket

I love this little book! It gives you the overall snapshot view of Britain. This book will help keep you from being an example of the Ugly, Ignorant American!

It must be said though that this book is very basic. It is not going to give you details about any of the sections. It provides a foundational understanding of the nation. If you do not have the time to dig into a deep study of Britain, this is where you start.

It includes demographics, historical timeline, customs, faux pas, sights to see, etc. However, it is not a tourist book.

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Title: UAE - Culture Smart!

Subtitle: The Essential Guide to Customs and Culture

Author: John Walsh

Narrator: Anna Bentinck

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-10-16

Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

UAE - Culture Smart! will help you turn your visit - whether it's for business or pleasure - into a memorable and enriching experience. Its contents include: local customs and traditions; the impact of history, religion, and politics; the Emiratis at home, work, and play; eating and drinking, Emirati style; dos, don'ts, and taboos; business practices; communication, spoken and unspoken; and many practical tips for managing the unexpected.

Members Reviews:

Information repeated elsewhere

I had great expectations on reading this book after my trip to the Emirates, but found it too commonplace. The information that the author shares is either in Lonely Planet or can be found out by attending one of the cultural talks in Dubai itself.

Further, there are many "don'ts" that the author offers, and which are usually known after spending some time in Dubai. However, the most hidden aspect, which is every day life for a local, is lost.

I read the Lonely Planet guide and found it more interesting, while it has the extra information needed to make your trip.

Well worth the read

We purchased this book before our first visit to Dubai last month. It was a very interesting read and helped prepare us for the UAE culture. That said, Dubai has many more expats than native Emirates, so there were certainly many "flavors" of culture that we encountered. Nonetheless, I would definitely recommend this as a good reference book prior to traveling to the UAE.

Outdated information

Overall, good book. Very educational. But it was published 10 years ago. I just completed my trip to Dubai and found some of the guidance to no longer be the case. As the world becomes more modern and the UAE a tourist hotspot, the customs and culture is rapidly changing to keep up. Would love to see an updated version of this released. You are better off reading Lonely Planet for more up to date information.

Not worth the buy.

Bought this for my trip to Dubai and Abu Dhabi this past September. As most Americans, my husband and I were a little leary and wanted to make sure we didn't offend anyone. We thought we'd be walking on eggs shells when it came to cultural differences. We could not have been more wrong. For the most part, Dubai and Abu Dhabi are just like any other big city in the U.S. You would probably offend a New Yorker quicker than an Emiratee. Both places are quite westernized and dress is not as big of a deal as you may think. Quite frankly, I was more covered than most of the women who were not in traditional Muslim/desert attire. All you need to know are two rules: Don't take pictures of people dressed in traditional attire, and don't go grabbing anyone. You'll be fine.

Great resource

I bought this book for my manager who was traveling to the UAE for the first time on business. Great resource for anyone who has not yet traveled to the country and needs to know about customs, traditions, interests/past times of the locals. Good for business travelers as well as those traveling for their personal reasons.

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Title: Laos Travel Guide

Author: Laos Travel Guides

Narrator: Kevin Kollins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-08-16

Publisher: Laos Travel Guides

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Why You Need to Train in Thailand

Traveling around the world can be such an exhilarating thing to do with your time. You get the opportunity to get out there and meet new people, see sights that are not available in your own world, and just have a lot of fun doing something new. Planning a vacation can be a real challenge though. You want to make sure that you are staying on budget while still getting the best experience possible and seeing everything that you can. Also, you need to make sure that you are picking a location that everyone in your group will love.

If you are still thinking about where to go, or you would like to make a trip to Southeast Asia, you should consider making a stop in Laos. There is just so much to enjoy with Laos history that you are sure to find something that everyone is going to enjoy. This Laos travel guide is the perfect companion to help you make the right decision to visit this unique country and really have a lot of fun.

In this Laos Travel Guide, you are going to find out so many great things to do in this often forgotten little country. With all the promotion surrounding other bigger Southeast Asian countries like Thailand and Vietnam, Laos is often left all alone without people even taking the time to consider it. But, the government is finally opening up after past issues with the Laos war, and inviting more and more tourists to come and see all the natural beauty that is present within this country. There is so much to do that it is definitely worth your time to spend a week or more discovering all its secrets.

In this Laos guidebook, we will start out with a little bit of brief history about Laos, as well as some of the rules that you should follow while there.

Members Reviews:

False advertising

Presented as 2 hours of laos tourist guide, 2/3 or more was actually about how to train for MMA in Thailand! Ridiculous!! The portion about laos was very cursory and chapters had no headings. Fortunately only cost $4 but still a total waste of money

Fantastic

This book was in fantastic shape and provided the information I needed during my trip to Laos. This guide book have colored pictures, information and details about places to stay, eat, or visit in a city. If you are planning to go to Laos, buy this travel book and you will be satisfied.

Highly informative

I've used this latest edition for planning and I am not only finding the thorough sight descriptions and restaurant and hotel reviews to be useful and highly informative, but also enjoyable and easy to listen. This book made my trip! I cannot tell you how helpful it was! Very helpful won't leave home without it.

Well explained

To be honest, Laos is not on my to go list, but after listening this book I am now interested to visit the country. This proves how well-explained and well-illustrated, this book is. Going to another country for the first time is quite scary at first, but listening this book makes me feel that I can explore Laos like a local. This will equip us with what to prepare, what to expect, where to stay, what to eat and how to enjoy our vacation the most. So all in all, this book is a great help.

Perfect

Detailed information on clubs, restaurants, entertainment and hotels is a plus to any successful vacation and this book provides just that. Maps and pictures provide a prelude to what you want from your experience and will provide you with an unforgettable stay in Cambodia.

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Title: Yorkshire - God's Own County

Subtitle: Discover What Makes Yorkshire Great!

Author: Gary McKraken

Narrator: Martyn Clements

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-24-16

Publisher: Hiccius Doccius Limited

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Yorkshire. The biggest and best county in England. So much tradition and history. So many things to see and do. A good number of which you may not be familiar with. So let's put that right shall we? Please allow me, a natural born Yorkshireman, to show you why my home county is such a great place by introducing you to my personal selection of Yorkshire greatness including language, tradition, scenery, food culture, industry, and plenty more.

I was born and raised in Yorkshire, and I have lived in the county for most of my life. I can, therefore, bring my own personal knowledge, perspective, and experience to this book as I discuss why the county is the fantastic place it is and show you many of the thing which make it so.

I will even teach you how to speak Yorkshire and to sing our national anthem!

Here are just some of the things that make Yorkshire great that you'll hear about in this book:

Members Reviews:

A quick and entertaining read about God's Country

This is a short and quick introduction to Yorkshire and I enjoyed it. There were a few typos but otherwise an entertaining read.

Five Stars

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this book. If you have an interest in Yorkshire, curious, then buy it!

A good guide.

A good guide.

Five Stars

Very informative with a sense of humor...enjoyable to read!

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Title: Doug Pitassi's 15 Best Restaurants in Portland

Author: Doug Pitassi

Narrator: Rebekah Amber Clark

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-29-16

Publisher: AfterHim Media LLC

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Doug Pitassi's 15 Best Restaurants in Portland

There are few places as unique and diverse as the city of Portland, and the city's dining options reflect the openness of its residents to a wide variety of culinary delights. In this new book, Doug Pitassi takes on the daunting task of offering his expert assessment of the very best restaurants the city has to offer by providing detailed information regarding each and every restaurant earning a ranking among the 15 best.

Citing the combination of the exceptionally fertile soil of the Pacific Northwest and the fearlessness of residents to try things belonging to entirely unfamiliar cultures, Pitassi praises Portland's culinary sophistication by noting that there are hundreds of restaurants worthy of inclusion among the best in Portland. Despite the difficulties inherent in his task, Pitassi successfully brings the exceptionality of the Portland dining scene into focus and provides a thorough assessment of and explanation for each of his choices. In this ideal book for both residents of and visitors to the city of Portland, Pitassi makes sure to detail each restaurant's respective specialties along with all the hidden gems that may not always be discovered by diners during the first few visits to a given establishment.

Doug Pitassi's 15 Best Restaurants in Portland also includes advice regarding the best times to visit each dining establishment, as some of the restaurants rely heavily on seasonality when preparing their menu offerings while others are just predictably busy at certain times. With practical advice and detailed descriptions, first-time visitors to Portland can use this book to find the perfect dining option regardless of their particular tastes or inclinations, and Portlanders can benefit from the depth of Pitassi's analysis to discover the menu offerings they may have unintentionally passed over at their favorite restaurants.

Members Reviews:

Very Interesting. I found it difficult to compare restaurants ...

Very Interesting. I found it difficult to compare restaurants, but the details were helpful.

Don't read while hungry! :)

Received 15 Best Restaurants in Portland by Doug Pitassi in the mail today. Really enjoyed reading through it, if I ever make it to Oregon I will definitely be checking them out (note to self don't read when your hungry you will be craving everything!) If you love trying new restaurants and are heading to Portland Oregon any time soon you should definitely consider checking out his book! Received this book free for my unbiased opinion.

Very Helpful

I found this book to be helpful to me in deciding what eateries in Portland I should choose from on my vacation. I like to travel and have in the past picked some places on a whim and found them to be quite dreadful which just ruins your whole trip. I find I could trust Mr. Pitassi's judgement since he does live in the Portland area and listed several different kinds of places to eat, anywhere from sushi to steak.

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Title: Apartament 23

Author: Marek Wróbel

Narrator: Marek Wróbel

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-02-16

Publisher: e-bookowo

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Please note: This audiobook is in Polish.

Members Reviews:

Excellent book . Old Krakow, it's magic. And the

Old Krakow. It's magical atmosphere .

And the existential problems, like everywhere else.

Bravo for the Author and the Narrator.

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Title: The Yorkshire Coast from Spurn Point to Staithes

Author: Gary McKraken

Narrator: Martyn Clements

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-06-16

Publisher: Hiccius Doccius Limited

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

The Yorkshire coast is one of the most beautiful and varied stretches of coast anywhere in England. So many places to see and things to do from the traditional resort to the wild and windswept cliff tops and amazing natural beauty. Let me be your tour guide as we journey along the Yorkshire coast from Spurn Point to Staithes and points in between.

I was born and raised in Yorkshire and I have lived in the county for most of my life. I have visited the coast many times since childhood for holidays, day trips and pleasure and know it well. So I thought why not put down a little of my knowledge and experience of what the coast of my native county has to offer the visitor.

For each of the places we visit as I act as your virtual tour guide. I have written about the place itself, some of the main attractions, history, what to and things to see. From the wilds of Spurn Point to the hidden beauty of Staithes, it is all here for you.

In this book you have my take on the Yorkshire coast based on my own visits and knowledge over the years. Whether you are considering visiting the area yourself or interested to learn a little about it I hope you will enjoy listening.

Members Reviews:

Advice on several destinations

This book reads far more like a friend's advice than a standard guidebook, including major and minor attractions and a few stories about the author's favorites.

Somebody traveling the Yorkshire coast would almost certainly find something of interest here. There's not really enough information to persuade somebody one way or another about visiting, though, or much information about logistics. Several good photos throughout, though the Kindle format doesn't show them to full advertising.

A great travel guide.

A great travel guide for the area.