"Friendly Road, New Adventures in Contentment" by Ray Stannard Baker explores the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment through simple living and genuine connections. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the essence of contentment in their own lives, emphasizing the importance of community and the joys found in everyday experiences. As Baker shares his insights, the themes of simplicity and mindfulness resonate deeply in today's fast-paced world, reminding us of the value of slowing down and appreciating what truly matters. This audiobook serves as a thoughtful guide for anyone seeking a more meaningful existence, making it a worthy listen for those looking to enrich their lives with enduring wisdom.

Travel along as Mike Vendetti aka miketheauctioneer narrates an outstanding true account of a trip made in 1909 by Zane Grey and a plainsman, Buffalo Jones, through the Grand Canyon to lasso a cougar. That’s right, lasso. Throw a rope around. That’s equivalent to catching one by the tail. As I narrated this book, I found fact to be as exciting as fiction. This part of the west was relatively wild and untamed at this time. Wolves, wild horses, buffalo and other wildlife were quite prevalent, and the Indians were not that friendly. This adventure would never make it to “Animal Planet”, or as a National Geographic special, because there is quite a lot of what we would consider cruelty to animals, but this is a true story, and life as it was at the turn of the last century. Parts of this story will offend the sensibilities of some, but it is a glimpse into a world that no longer exists. I was definitely drawn into this story, as I hope the listener will be. (Summary by Mike Vendetti)