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Geoffrey Giuliano and Bonzo Dog man “Legs” Larry Smith had a professional relationship that spanned six wry, weird years in the early 1980s. Together they crafted a cockeyed film script for Giuliano’s firm, intended for George Harrison’s Handmade Films, entitled Half of Larry’s Lunch, which, unfortunately, never made it to the screen and was eventually dropped. With concentrated work on the project conducted in pastoral Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, and Toronto, the two men spent untold months living and working together. Only recently was the interview and other material used in the production of this unique audiobook discovered after being lost for over three decades. With a lively, fairly bizarre interview between the two, an oddly amusing collection of Henley street interviews conducted by Geoffrey, and other Giuliano-penned musical odds and ends, here is a rare inside look at the unlikely relationship between these two talented men but also a breakdown of the creative process in its most primal form.
Larry Smith, often known as “Legs” Larry Smith (born 18 January 1944) is the former drummer of the comedy satirical rock group the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band.

Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles, circa 1969. In these incredible, over fifty year old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime audio experience.

George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Orwell’s work remains influential in popular and political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “proles”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”. 1984 centers on the consequences of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation of persons and behaviors within society. Orwell modeled the totalitarian government in the novel after Stalinist Russia.

“Who controls the past controls the future” . “War is peace” “The best books… are those that tell you what you know already.” “If you want to keep a secret, you must also hide it from yourself.” “If you want a picture of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face—forever” George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Orwell’s work remains influential in popular and political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “proles”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”. 1984 centers on the consequences of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation of persons and behaviors within society. Orwell modeled the totalitarian government in the novel after Stalinist Russia.

“Who controls the past controls the future” . “War is peace” “The best books… are those that tell you what you know already.” “If you want to keep a secret, you must also hide it from yourself.” “If you want a picture of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face—forever” George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Orwell’s work remains influential in popular and political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “proles”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”. 1984 centers on the consequences of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation of persons and behaviors within society. Orwell modeled the totalitarian government in the novel after Stalinist Russia.

“Who controls the past controls the future” . “War is peace” “The best books… are those that tell you what you know already.” “If you want to keep a secret, you must also hide it from yourself.” “If you want a picture of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face—forever” George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Orwell’s work remains influential in popular and political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “proles”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”. 1984 centers on the consequences of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation of persons and behaviors within society. Orwell modeled the totalitarian government in the novel after Stalinist Russia.

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea An American frigate, tracking down a ship-sinking monster, faces not a living creature but an incredible invention — a fantastic submarine commanded by the mysterious Captain Nemo. Suddenly a devastating explosion leaves just three survivors, who find themselves prisoners inside Nemo’s death ship on an underwater odyssey around the world from the pearl-laden waters of Ceylon to the icy dangers of the South Pole . . .as Captain Nemo, one of the greatest villains ever created, takes his revenge on all society. More than a marvelously thrilling drama, this classic novel, written in 1870, foretells with uncanny accuracy the inventions and advanced technology of the twentieth century and has become a literary stepping-stone for generations of science fiction writers.

Once again the Old Gray Goose delivers a collection of funny, heartwarming tales perfected over six decades of campfires and thousands of enthusiastic young campers as part of his amazing lifelong work with the YMCA. Here is the definitive collection of down-home songs and stories for children of all ages, affectionately told by a compassionate man who genuinely cares about young people. Welcome to ‘20th Century Goose’! Presented by young Eden Giuliano.

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life.

The 9/11 Commission Report, is the official report of the events leading up to the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Adherents of the 9/11 Truth movement however, dispute the mainstream account of the September 11 attacks of 2001. The group disputes the commonly accepted account Al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four airliners, crashed them into the Pentagon and New York’s Twin Towers, where the crashes led to their collapse. The primary focus is on missed information not adequately explained in the official NIST theory, such as the collapse of 7 World Trade Center. They suggest a cover-up and, at the least, complicity by insiders.

In this unique, wholly unexpected, and frenetic new audiobook, members of the iconic Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band and friends are featured in rare exclusive interviews conducted by colleague and contemporary Geoffrey Giuliano. Here, you will find the always interesting and enigmatic Vivian Stanshall, the loony, cartoony Mr. Wonderful, “Legs” Larry Smith, the incredibly dry robot master trouser king, Roger Ruskin Spear, the uber-talented, gentlemanly musical engine of the group, sometime Monty Python, Neil Innes, as well as accomplished author Ki Longfellow Stanshall. Giuliano also includes concise life histories of each of these amazing artists along with the far-ranging archival conversations recorded from 1983 to 1995.

Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! In 1846 Lear published A Book of Nonsense, a volume of limericks that went through three editions and helped popularize the form. This book contains 112 of these funny, imaginative verses that have been well loved by many generations of children and adults. Edward Lear was an English artist, illustrator, musician, author and poet, now known mostly for his literary nonsense in poetry and prose and especially his limericks.

Another great audiobook classic from the world’s most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Presented by actor author Geoffrey Giuliano, here is an exciting ‘listen while you learn’ audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time.
Beatrix Potter was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist and conservationist; she was best known for her children’s books featuring animals, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit.

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! The now classic Christmas tales by Charles Dickens were written at a time when the British were exploring and re-evaluating past Christmas traditions, including carols and newer customs such as Christmas trees. He was influenced by the experiences of his own youth and by the Christmas stories of other authors including Washington Irving and Douglas Jerrold. Dickens had written three Christmas stories prior to the novella, A Christmas Carol, and was inspired following a visit to the Field Lane Ragged School, one of several establishments for London’s street children. The treatment of the poor and the ability of a selfish man to redeem himself by transforming into a more sympathetic character are the key themes of the story. There is long standing discussion among academics as to whether this story, in particular, was a fully secular story, or if it is indeed, a Christian allegory. Charles Dickens captured the zeitgeist of the mid-Victorian revival of the Christmas holiday. Dickens freely acknowledged the influence of the modern Western observance of Christmas, and later inspired several aspects of Christmas, including family gatherings, seasonal food and drink, dancing, games and a festive generosity of spirit.

A Christmas Carol, is a novella by the great Charles Dickens, first published in London by Chapman & Hall in 1843 and illustrated by John Leech. A Christmas Carol recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley, and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man. The now classic tale was written at a time when the British were exploring and re-evaluating past Christmas traditions, including carols and newer customs such as Christmas trees The treatment of the poor and the ability of a selfish man to redeem himself by transforming into a more sympathetic character are the key themes of the story. There is discussion among academics as to whether this was a fully secular story, or if it is a Christian allegory. A Christmas Carol captured the zeitgeist of the mid-Victorian revival of the Christmas holiday. Dickens had acknowledged the influence of the modern Western observance of Christmas and later inspired several aspects of Christmas, including family gatherings, seasonal food and drink, dancing, games and a festive generosity of spirit.

A Christmas Carol, is a novella by Charles Dickens, first published in London by Chapman & Hall in 1843. It recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man. Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol during a period when the British were exploring and re-evaluating past Christmas traditions, including carols, and newer customs such as Christmas trees. A Christmas Carol captured the zeitgeist of the mid-Victorian revival of the Christmas holiday. Dickens had acknowledged the influence of the modern Western observance of Christmas and later inspired several aspects of Christmas.

A Christmas Carol. In Prose. Being a Ghost Story of Christmas, commonly known as A Christmas Carol, is a novella by Charles Dickens, first published in London by Chapman & Hall in 1843 and illustrated by John Leech. A Christmas Carol recounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who is visited by the ghost of his former business partner Jacob Marley and the spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come. After their visits, Scrooge is transformed into a kinder, gentler man. Charles Dickens was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world’s best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime and, by the 20th century, critics and scholars had recognized him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories are widely read today.

A Clergyman’s Daughter is a 1935 novel by English author George Orwell. It tells the story of Dorothy Hare, the clergyman’s daughter of the title, whose life is turned upside down when she suffers an attack of amnesia. It is Orwell’s most formally experimental novel, featuring a chapter written entirely in dramatic form, but he was never satisfied with it and he left instructions that after his death it was not to be reprinted. Despite these instructions, Orwell did consent to the printing of cheap editions “of any book which may bring in a few pounds for my heirs” following his death.

George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, total opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.

Orwell produced literary criticism and poetry, fiction and polemical journalism. He is known for the allegorical novella Animal Farm (1945) and the dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four (1949). His non-fiction works, including The Road to Wigan Pier (1937), documenting his experience of working-class life in the north of England, and Homage to Catalonia (1938), an account of his experiences soldiering for the Republican faction of the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939), are as critically respected as his essays on politics and literature, language and culture. In 2008, The Times ranked George Orwell second among “The 50 greatest British writers since 1945”.

Orwell’s work remains influential in popular culture and in political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”.

George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, total opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism.

Orwell produced literary criticism and poetry, fiction and polemical journalism. He is known for the allegorical novella Animal Farm (1945) and the dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four (1949). His non-fiction works, including The Road to Wigan Pier (1937), documenting his experience of working-class life in the north of England, and Homage to Catalonia (1938), an account of his experiences soldiering for the Republican faction of the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939), are as critically respected as his essays on politics and literature, language and culture. In 2008, The Times ranked George Orwell second among “The 50 greatest British writers since 1945”.

Orwell’s work remains influential in popular culture and in political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”.

Leo Tolstoy’s “A Confession,” written in 1882 shortly after a life-altering spiritual crisis, is a brutally sincere reflection on life, morality, and the nature of faith. Tolstoy describes in great detail the process by which he lost his faith in established Christian churches, the meaninglessness of wealth and fame, the agony of acute depression, and how he overcame misery and dread through personal study of the teachings of Jesus Christ. Along the way, he contrasts the artificial faith and arrogance of educated people with the genuine faith and humility of the Russian peasant. This work, and others of its ilk, were aggressively censored by the Tsarist regime and directly led to Tolstoy being excommunicated by the Russian Orthodox Church.

Noted internationally known Self-help advocate and teacher of devotional yoga Prana Govinda Das was born in Liverpool, England in 1968 admittedly a pretty good year for all things bright and beautiful. He says, ‘From as early as I can remember I had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and a desire to understand the true nature of man and this world we live in. I was also always seeking out people who could answer all the questions I had about life, the universe, and everything.’ After studying film production in the early nineties Prana was able to fulfill his lifelong desire to travel to India. admittedly his first trip changed his life completely and forever. ‘At that point,’ He recalls, ‘my thirst for material knowledge turned to desire to understand the spiritual side of life. For the next six years, I returned frequently to, where I studied many different paths of Hinduism, Buddhism, and other forms of yoga and meditation. However, even after learning and experiencing so much I was still left incomplete.’ in 2001 during the young man’s sixth trip to India, he traveled to Vrindavan, a holy town associated with Lord Krishna south of Delhi.

They never should’ve been an Elvis Presley. It’s unlikely he was ever even born as his twin brother Jesse died at birth. Elvis was the backwoods son of a poverty stricken, uneducated family and was only a middle of the road student all the way through high school. Sure he was good looking, but that got him into trouble with the other boys and the girls, despite his finely sculpted features, found the teen Elvis somewhat shy and awkward. But then one day, while working an odd job, he stopped by a now iconic recording studio and cut a demo for his mother as a present and the Elvis we all know, love and will never forget came into being.

Forget all the hype, myth, legend and lore – here is the Beatles as they are, and ever will be in their own words. Written and narrated by author actor Geoffrey Giuliano here is the perfect compendium for fans, philosophers, pop historians, culture vultures, curious commuters and all enlightened school and university systems. It is the ultimate source for everyone interested in the incredible, unequalled social and cultural phenomena that was Beatlemania and their continued unmatched musical influence to this day some 50+ years later.

Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. is a beloved American politician who served as the 47th vice president of the United States from 2009 to 2017. He represented Delaware in the U.S. Senate from 1973 to 2009. A member of the Democratic Party, Biden is the Democratic presidential nominee for the 2020 election, running against the incumbent, Donald Trump. Biden unsuccessfully sought the Democratic presidential nomination in 1988 and 2008. Biden was reelected six times to the U.S Senate and was the fourth-most senior senator when he resigned after winning the vice presidency alongside Barack Obama in the 2008 presidential election.[4] Obama and Biden were reelected in 2012. As Vice President, Biden oversaw infrastructure spending in 2009 to counteract the Great Recession. In January 2017, Obama awarded Biden the Presidential Medal of Freedom with distinction. Biden announced his 2020 candidacy for president on April 25, 2019, and in June 2020, he met the 1,991-delegate threshold needed to secure the party’s nomination

A House to Let is a short story originally published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Dickens’ Household Words magazine. Each of the contributors wrote a chapter (stories within a story, or, in the case of Adelaide Anne Procter, poetry) and the story was edited by Dickens, who also wrote the first and last chapters with Wilkie Collins. The plot concerns an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who notices signs of life in a supposedly empty dilapidated house (the eponymous “House to Let”) opposite her own, and employs the efforts of an elderly admirer, Jabez Jarber, and her servant, Trottle, to discover what is happening within. Charles Dickens was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world’s best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime and, by the 20th century, critics and scholars had recognized him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories are widely read today.

Another great audiobook classic from the world’s most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Presented by actor author Geoffrey Giuliano, here is an exciting ‘listen while you learn’ audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time. Welcome to the wonderful, unparalleled world of Icon Audio Arts.

Meher Baba, born Merwan Sheriar Iran on February 25, 1894 was a beloved Indian spiritual master who asserted he was the Avatar, or God in human form. When he was just nineteen he contacted five spiritual teachers before beginning his mission and gathering his own disciples in early 1922, at the age of just twenty seven. From July 1925 to the end of his life Baba maintained silence, communicating by means of an alphabet board or unique hand gestures. In 1931, Meher Baba made the first of many visits to the West, where he attracted many dedicated followers. Baba continued what he called his “Universal Work”, which included fasting and seclusion, until his death on January 31,1969. His samadhi in Meherabad, India, has become a place of international pilgrimage.

George Bernard Shaw George Bernard Shaw was an Irish playwright, critic, polemicist and political activist. His influence on Western theatre, culture and politics extended from the 1880s to his death and beyond. He wrote more than sixty plays, including major works such as Man and Superman. With a range incorporating both contemporary satire and historical allegory, Shaw became the leading dramatist of his generation. Since his death he has regularly been rated as second only to Shakespeare among British dramatists. Here in this exciting audiobook experience you will find the very best of George Bernard Shaw’s vibrant personality and inspirational words.

The story of Stephen Dedalus, a boy growing up in Ireland at the end of the nineteenth century, as he gradually decides to cast off all his social, familial, and religious constraints to live a life devoted to the art of writing. As a young boy, Stephen’s Catholic faith and Irish nationality heavily influence him. He attends a strict religious boarding school called Clongowes Wood College. At first, Stephen is lonely and homesick at the school, but as time passes he finds his place among the other boys. He enjoys his visits home, even though family tensions run high after the death of the Irish political leader Charles Stewart Parnell. This sensitive subject becomes the topic of a furious, politically charged argument over the family’s Christmas dinner. This is James Joyce’s first novel, the semi-autobiographical story of a young Irish boy who struggles with family, country, and religion to become an artist and a man.

Comandante Ernesto Rafael ‘Che” Guevara de la Serna Lynch. Ernesto was born June 14, 1928 in Rosario, Argentina, in a family with aristocratic roots but strong socialistic ideals. In June of 1955 young Ernesto met Raul Castro. On July 8th Fidel Castro arrived in Mexico to join his brother and Ernesto. When Fidel met Che “he was already an educated revolutionary.” Remembers Castro. The great Cuban revolution against tyranny soon followed and was won chiefly because of the dedication of the Castros and Dr. Guevara. On October 8, 1967 in the village La Higuera, Bolivia, Che and two comrades fell into the hands of the army. A Bolivian colonel and the representatives of the CIA, arrived by helicopter. It was decided to murder Che and his comrades Willy Cuba and Juan Pablo Chang immediately. A nervous, young low level Bolivian soldier did the job, Che, the icon and hero of all hearts and minds however, lives forever!

A Study in Scarlet is an 1887 detective novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, who would become the most famous detective duo in popular fiction. The book’s title derives from a speech given by Holmes, a consulting detective, to his friend and chronicler Watson on the nature of his work, in which he describes the story’s murder investigation as his “study in scarlet”: “There’s the scarlet thread of murder running through the colorless skein of life, and our duty is to unravel it, and isolate it, and expose every inch of it.”
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a British writer and physician. He created the character Sherlock Holmes in 1887 for A Study in Scarlet, the first of four novels and fifty-six short stories about Holmes and Dr. Watson. The Sherlock Holmes stories are milestones in the field of crime fiction.

A Tale of Two Cities is an 1859 historical novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. The novel tells the story of the French Doctor Manette, his 18-year-long imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris and his release to live in London with his daughter Lucie, whom he had never met. The story is set against the conditions that led up to the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror. Dickens’ best-known work of historical fiction, A Tale of Two Cities is regularly cited as the best-selling novel of all time. In 2003, the novel was ranked 63rd on the BBC’s The Big Read poll. The novel has been adapted for film, television, radio, and the stage, and has continued to have an influence on popular culture.

A Tale of Two Cities is an 1859 historical novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. The novel tells the story of the French Doctor Manette, his 18-year-long imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris and his release to live in London with his daughter Lucie, whom he had never met. The story is set against the conditions that led up to the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror. Dickens’ best-known work of historical fiction, A Tale of Two Cities is regularly cited as the best-selling novel of all time. In 2003, the novel was ranked 63rd on the BBC’s The Big Read poll. The novel has been adapted for film, television, radio, and the stage, and has continued to have an influence on popular culture. 

Edgar Allan Poe was one of the most important and influential American writers of the 19th century. He was the first author to try to make a professional living as a writer. Much of Poe’s work was inspired by the events that happened around him. His poetry alone would ensure his spot in the literary canon. Poe’s notable verses range from the early masterpiece “To Helen” to the dark, mysterious “Ulalume.” From “The Raven,” which made him world-famous upon its publication in 1845, to “Annabel Lee,” the posthumously published eulogy for a maiden “in a kingdom by the sea.” Most famously, Poe completely transformed the genre of the horror story with his masterful tales of psychological depth and insight not envisioned in the genre before his time and scarcely seen in it since. Stories like “The Tell-Tale Heart,” “The Cask of Amontillado,” “The Pit and the Pendulum,” “The Masque of the Red Death,” and “The Fall of the House of Usher” reveal Poe’s talent at its height. He was an early pioneer in the genre of science fiction. Poe was fascinated by the science of his time, and he often wrote stories about new inventions. Poe too is credited with inventing the modern detective story with “The Murders in the Rue Morgue.” His concept of deductive reasoning, which he called “ratiocination” inspired countless authors, most famous among them Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of Sherlock Holmes. 

Once again, the Old Gray Goose shines with a collection of wonderful stories for children young and old. In a beautiful world of unlimited possibilities, love and beauty, the Old Gray Goose inspires us all with his powerful, positive, peaceful tales. The Old Gray Goose the world’s most beloved storyteller it’s currently over 153 years old! He hails from Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is the youngest son of Mother Goose. For many years he worked at the YMCA in Lockport, New York, and was the program director at Camp Kenan in nearby Barker. Goose has the magical ability to turn virtually every minute of the day into an exciting fun adventure. His original stories, funny songs, tall tales, and white lies have entertained, mesmerized and enthralled people young and old for decades. Whether he’s around the campfire performing in his old pit helmet and tennis racket guitar, biking with campers around Lake Ontario, running with the Olympic torch to the delight of his legions of fans, or just sitting around the camp playing a friendly game of tetherball or talking with the campers the Old Gray Goose is that one in a million; a great storyteller, a great advocate of young people, and most importantly – a great man! Here is the very best of the wonderful Old Gray Goose.

Robert Todd Lincoln Beckwith’s detailed biography covers the places in Lincoln’s life: Indiana, Illinois, Washington. It also traces his various roles as storekeeper, serviceman, state legislator, lawyer, politician, Republican Party leader, and of course President. Along the way, we learn about his days of hardship as a beginning lawyer, his love for Anne Rutledge, such myths as “Honest Abe,” and his deep concerns over the issue of slavery. The author uses Lincoln’s correspondence with others to show his personality traits and opinions about topics of his world..

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! Remember the story of the Ant and the Grasshopper? the Fox and the Sour Grapes? The Boy who Cried Wolf? These wonderful tales and hundreds more have been passed down to us over the centuries. The man credited with writing them, Aesop, was an Ancient Greek slave born about 620 B.C. Aesop is known as a fabulist or story teller credited with a number of fables shining glaringly true light on our human foibles now collectively known as Aesop’s Fables. Although no writings by him survive, numerous tales credited to him were gathered across the centuries and in many languages in a storytelling tradition that continues to this day. Many of the tales are characterized by animals and inanimate objects that speak, solve problems, and generally have human characteristics. Scattered details of Aesop’s life can be found in ancient sources, including Aristotle, Herodotus, and Plutarch. 

Jefferies’ novel can be seen as an early example of “post-apocalyptic fiction.” After some sudden and unspecified catastrophe has depopulated England, the countryside reverts to nature, and the few survivors to a quasi-medieval way of life. The first part of the book, “The Relapse into Barbarism”, is the account by some later historian of the fall of civilisation and its consequences, with a loving description of nature reclaiming England. The second part, “Wild England”, is an adventure set many years later in the wild landscape and society. The book is not without its flaws (notably the abrupt and unsatisfying ending) but is redeemed by the quality of the writing, particularly the unnervingly prophetic descriptions of the post-apocalyptic city and countryside.

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick.

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long lost writings

“I’m a poet, and I like my lies the way my mother used to make them.” “Having to talk destroys the symphony of silence.” “Ordinary morality is only for ordinary people.” “Every man and every woman is a star.” ― Aleister Crowley Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long-lost writings, words and ideal.

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long lost writings

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long lost writings

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! ‘Through the Looking-Glass, and What Alice Found There’, also known as ‘Alice through the Looking-Glass’ is a novel by Lewis Carroll and the sequel to ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’ (1865). Alice again enters a fantastical world, this time by climbing through a mirror into the world she can see beyond it. There she finds that, just like a reflection, everything is reversed, including logic (running helps you remain stationary, walking away from something brings you towards it, chessmen are alive, nursery rhyme characters exist, all to her utter amazement! The author, Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, better known by his pen name Lewis Carroll, was an English writer of world-famous children’s fiction, notably ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’ and its sequel, presented here, ‘Through the Looking-Glass’. He was well noted for his great facility at word play, logic, and fantasy.

A treasured early manuscript version of one of the most enduring children’s stories, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Charles Dodgson, later to be known as Lewis Carroll, was a mathematics tutor at Christ Church, Oxford. In 1856 he became friends with Henry Liddell and his family. Dodgson’s friendship with the Liddell children would lead to one of the most successful children’s books ever. The story was told to Alice Liddell and her sisters, Lorina and Edith, on a trip down the river on 4 July 1862. During the trip Dodgson told the girls a story that featured a bored little girl named Alice who goes looking for an adventure. Alice asked Dodgson to write it down for her. On 26 November 1864, Dodgson presented Alice with this manuscript as “A Christmas Gift to a Dear Child in Memory of a Summer’s Day”. Dodgson was encouraged by friends to publish his manuscript so everyone could enjoy it. So how did the manuscript end up at the British Library? Alice Liddell treasured it until 1928, but was forced to sell it to pay death duties for her husband. The manuscript sold at Sotheby’s for £15,000 to a Dr Rosenbach. He in turn sold it to Eldridge Johnson. Following Johnson’s death in 1946 the manuscript was again at auction. This time it was purchased by a group of benefactors, who donated the manuscript to the British Museum in 1948

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of contemporary legend Bob Dylan. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the great Dylan for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. Bon Dylan is an American singer-songwriter, author and visual artist. Often regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of all time, Dylan has been a major figure in popular culture during a career spanning 60 years.

This amazing audiobook tells the story of Krsna’s life from the Srimad-Bhagavatam, the summit of the ancient Vedas of India. It is presented as a collection of beautiful short stories forming a biography of the life of Krsna, who was present in India five thousand years ago. The stories develop from Krsna’s birth to His childhood and youth. Krsna plays with His boyfriends in the forest while looking after the cows and calves and incidentally, He kills so many demons. On some full-moon nights, He dances with Radha and His beautiful girlfriends, the gopis in the rasa lila. Since time immemorial, yogis have sought even a momentary vision of Krsna, Sri Krsna descended to earth from his transcendental abode five thousand years ago and revealed His eternal spiritual pastimes. The sage Vyasadeva carefully recorded those pastimes in the Srimad-Bhagavatam. Here is the summary study of the Bhagavatam’s essence, the tenth Canto, and is the first comprehensive exposition in English of those extraordinary events. These stories transport the reader from the mundane on a miraculous journey to a transcendental realm beyond space and time where everything and everyone lives in the blissful light of the eternal transcendental youth, Sri Krsna, the ultimate object of knowledge. The Vedas are a 5000-year-old esoteric, intriguing, mystical body of work that carries within it the seed of divine, transcendental knowledge. We live in a world wherein yoga now reigns supreme as the preferred, go-to method of modern spiritual realization, 

The most well known and iconic revolutionary of the 20th century, Ernesto Che Guevara continues to educate and inspire millions through his many detailed books, diaries, letters, and speeches. Having earned a unique place in world history, as perhaps the predominate force behind the Cuban revolution, Che stands as a shining example of what can be achieved by unshakable will and stalwart idealism. In this rare collection of original speeches and interviews, in Che’s own voice, we come to know the man behind the myth in a way never before possible. Forget the propaganda, fake news and blatant lies about this genuine revolutionary hero and listen to the man himself. With informative commentary and narration by author/historian Geoffrey Giuliano, here is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to know and understand one of the most enigmatic, important and inspirational characters of recent history. Perfect for all school, university, library and private collections, portions of this program are in English, Spanish, and French.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of contemporary legends the Who. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the hard-rocking Who for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography!
The Who are an English rock band formed in London in 1964. Their classic lineup consisted of lead singer Roger Daltrey, guitarist and singer Pete Townshend, bass guitarist and singer John Entwistle, and drummer Keith Moon. They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century, and have sold over 100 million records worldwide. Their contributions to rock music include the development of the Marshall Stack, large PA systems, the use of the synthesizer, Entwistle and Moon’s influential playing styles, Townshend’s feedback and power chord guitar technique, and the development of the rock opera. They are cited as an influence by many hard rock, punk rock and mod bands, and their songs are still regularly played.

His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada In this inspirational, spiritual, transcendent yogic arts audiobook the very heart of Bhakti, or devotional yoga is revealed. With stirring philosophical purports by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, as well rare archival kirtans by the venerable widely respected master – here is the perfect collection for every dedicated devotee, aspiring yogi, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio experience! Prabhupāda is an honorific used by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), and some other Gaudiya Vaishnava groups, to refer to ISKCON founder A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami.

Mary A. Hamilton gives a British person’s perspective on the 16th President of the United States. A glowing tribute to “Honest Abe”, the author traces Lincoln’s ancestral roots and recounts his birth in Kentucky, his youth in Indiana, his adult life in Illinois and his years in the White House. She also provides a good background on the causes and course of the American Civil War. Hamilton is not always historically precise. For example, she erroneously names Jefferson Davis as the Southern Democratic candidate for president running against Lincoln and Douglas in 1860 rather than John C. Breckinridge. However, overall “The Story of Abraham Lincoln” is a good summarization and interesting account of the life, values and politics of Lincoln.

The media ran exaggerated accounts of his bravado and colorful personality, styling him as a Robin Hood figure. In response, J. Edgar Hoover, then director of the Bureau of Investigation, used Dillinger and his gang as his campaign platform to evolve the BOI into the Federal Bureau of Investigation, developing more sophisticated investigative techniques as weapons against organized crime. After evading police in four states for almost a year, Dillinger was wounded and returned to his father’s home to recover. He returned to Chicago in July 1934 and sought refuge in a brothel owned by Ana Cumpănaș, who informed police and federal agents of his whereabouts. On July 22, 1934, the police and the Division of Investigation] closed in on the Biograph Theater. Federal agents, led by Melvin Purvis and Samuel P. Cowley, moved to arrest Dillinger as he exited the theater. He drew a Colt Model 1908 Vest Pocket and attempted to flee. The gun battle that led to his death occurred on July 22nd 1934. He was 32 years old. This is his story.

George Armstrong Custer, a flamboyant American military leader first came to the world’s attention as a cavalry commander for the Union army during the American Civil War and in the opening of the Western territories. The influx of whites into American Indian lands angered the Sioux nation, thus a war resulted between them and the United States. In 1876, Custer was instructed to help drive the Sioux and Cheyenne onto their reservations. On June 25, 1876, however, as the Seventh Cavalry approached the Little Big Horn River, the soldiers encountered an Indian village and Custer took to the offensive. The Sioux warriors however, greatly outnumbered Custer and his men and Custer and his forces were wiped out. This is the real story of one of America’s most legendary, and ultimately, unfortunate military hero.

Benjamin Franklin was an American polymath and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. Franklin was also a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humorist, civic activist, statesman and diplomat. As a scientist, he was a major figure in the American Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As an inventor, he is known for the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove, among other great inventions. He founded many civic organizations, including the Library Company, Philadelphia’s first fire department and the University of Pennsylvania. His colorful life and legacy of scientific and political achievement, and his status as one of America’s most influential Founding Fathers, 

George Washington was America’s foremost political leader, military general, statesman and Founding Father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. He commanded Patriot forces in the new nation’s vital American Revolutionary War and led them to victory over the British. Washington also presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, which established the new federal government. For his manifold leadership during the American Revolution, for all of this and more he has been called the “Father of His Country”. 

The great Henry Ford was the unforgettable American captain of industry and unequalled business magnate who founded the Ford Motor Company and the unequalled force behind th development of the assembly line technique of mass production. Here, in this unique and very accessible audiobook, Ford tells his own story. A must for businessmen everywhere and a lauded addition to all school and university systems. A true audio treasure!

Mark Twain Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was a uniquely American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher and lecturer. Among his novels are The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and its sequel, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the latter often called “The Great American Novel”. We know the work but what about the great man behind it? In this well told audiobook Twain speaks about particulars of his turbulent life and times. A must have addition to all university and school systems.

George Washington was America’s foremost political leader, military general, statesman and Founding Father who served as the first president of the United States from 1789 to 1797. He commanded Patriot forces in the new nation’s vital American Revolutionary War and led them to victory over the British. Washington also presided at the Constitutional Convention of 1787, which established the new federal government. For his manifold leadership during the American Revolution, for all of this and more he has been called the “Father of His Country”. 

Bob Dylan is an American singer-songwriter, author and visual artist. Often regarded as one of the greatest songwriters of all time, Dylan has been a major figure in popular culture during a career spanning 60 years. Here he is candid, frank and up-close in a treasury of rare interviews!

Kris Kristofferson is an American singer-songwriter and actor. Among his songwriting credits are the songs “Me and Bobby McGee”, “For the Good Times”, “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down”, and “Help Me Make It Through the Night”, all of which were hits for other artists. Kristofferson composed his own songs and collaborated with Nashville songwriters such as Shel Silverstein In 1985, Kristofferson joined fellow country artists Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson and Johnny Cash in forming the country music supergroup The Highwaymen, and formed a key creative force in the outlaw country music movement that eschewed the Nashville music machine in favor of independent songwriting and producing. In 2004, Kristofferson was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. He is also known for his starring roles in Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore, Heaven’s Gate, Blume in Love, Blade and A Star Is Born, the last of which earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor. One of Kris’s closest contemporaries was the great Jim Morrison.

“Please sir, I want some more,” the famous line spoken by Oliver Twist at age nine, becomes the tipping point of a huge change in Oliver’s life. He is soon captured into the service of the evil Fagin and his gang of pick-pocketing boys. Mr. Brownlow, however, saves him from arrest, and for the first time in his young life Oliver finds comfort and caring. Unfortunately, he is soon recaptured into the seedy world from which he he had escaped, and meets with Bill Sykes, a highly dangerous criminal. There are numerous delightful and suitably wicked characters which carry the story along, such as the clever, Artful Dodger, a mean boy of the streets under Fagin, Mr. Bumble the Beadle, ever looking for ways to get rid of the naughty Oliver, Nancy who makes a fateful betrayal, and the Maylies, whose deep affection Oliver craves. The author’s descriptions of the back street life in London of that time, illumine the abject poverty and the way in which the hopeless poor were treated during that time. Charles Dickens wrote Oliver Twist as a popular newspaper serial in 1837.

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! Dorothy is swallowed by an earthquake! And that is just the start of Dorothy’s adventures in this exciting and fun book. She and her kitten, Eureka are on their way home and stop to visit a relative in California. But the earthquake opens the ground under their feet and everyone, including the horse and buggy and her cousin Zeb fall deep, deep into the earth. Down there they find they can walk on air, but are attacked by the strange and dangerous vegetable creatures. But who should drop in but Dorothy’s old friend the Wizard of Oz with 9 tiny piglets! And all the animals can talk! From there the adventure really begins to get strange but in the end all is well when Ozma rescues them but I won’t tell you how. 

The Vedas are a 5000-year-old esoteric, intriguing, mystical body of work which carries within it the seed of divine, transcendental knowledge. We live in a world wherein yoga now reigns supreme as the preferred, go to method of modern spiritual realization, and this unique, exclusive, audio presentation by Jagannatha Dasa paves the way for a clearer, more meaningful understanding of the powerful, enlightening yoga system. A must-have audio experience for all practitioners of yoga, advanced teachers, spiritual seekers as well as all school and library systems. Kalki is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of God Vishnu to end the Kali Yuga, one of the four periods in the endless cycle of existence (Krita) in Vaishnavism cosmology. The end of Kali Yuga states this will usher in the new epoch of Satya Yuga in the cycle of existence, until the Maha Pralaya (the Great Dissolution of the Universe).

The Vedas are a 5000-year-old esoteric, intriguing, mystical body of work which carries within it the seed of divine, transcendental knowledge. We live in a world wherein yoga now reigns supreme as the preferred, go to method of modern spiritual realization, and this unique, exclusive, audio presentation by Bhakti Yogi Jagannatha Dasa paves the way for a clearer, more meaningful understanding of the powerful, enlightening yoga system. A must-have audio experience for all practitioners of yoga, advanced teachers, spiritual seekers as well as all school and library systems.
Varaha is the avatar of the god Vishnu, in the form of a boar. Varaha is generally listed as third in the Dashavatara, the ten principal avatars of Vishnu.

Each person is born in or under one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac and is influenced by the planetary conditions at their time of birth. By referring to your sign, indicated by your date and month of birth you can determine your natural tendencies. No matter what sign you are born under, you can develop into a successful person if you pay strict attention to these ancient truths. Jyotisha is the traditional Vedic system of astrology. Some scholars believe the.astrology practiced in the Indian subcontinent came from Hellenistic influences, post-dating the Vedic period and the Vedanga Jyotishya, one of the earliest texts about astronomy.

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher and reformer, Angela Davis, using informed commentary, but most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis. Prison reform, civil rights, racial equality – all these topics are presented by author and producer Giuliano. Icon Audio Arts is privileged to present the important, liberating teachings of the dame of American civil rights and a tireless, lifetime champion of the poor and oppressed. This audiobook is a must for all university library collections and institutions.

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials, and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher, and reformer Angela Davis, using informed commentary, but most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors, and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis. Prison reform, civil rights, racial equality – all these topics are presented by author and producer Giuliano. Icon Audio Arts is privileged to present the important, liberating teachings of the dame of American civil rights and a tireless lifetime champion of the poor and oppressed. This audiobook is a must for all university library collections and institutions.

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials, and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher, and reformer Angela Davis, using informed commentary, but most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors, and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis. Prison reform, civil rights, racial equality – all these topics are presented by author and producer Giuliano. Icon Audio Arts is privileged to present the important, liberating teachings of the dame of American civil rights and a tireless lifetime champion of the poor and oppressed. This audiobook is a must for all university library collections and institutions

Mr. Jones, the owner of Manor Farm, is a lazy drunk. The animals decide to overthrow him in a revolution that will allow them to run the farm, liberating themselves and creating a new life of equality and freedom. But they have underestimated the pigs. Napoleon and Snowball form an elite and take control for themselves, and the tyranny of the farmer is replaced with another kind of control leaving the animals again subject to a ruthless and cruel authority. Imagined only as George Orwell could, this powerful fable is instilled with humor and an underlying urgency that makes this one of the most prescient warnings ever written. Animal Farm is a satirical allegorical novella by George Orwell, first published in 1945. The book tells the story of a group of farm animals who rebel against their human farmer, hoping to create a society where the animals can be equal, free, and happy. Ultimately, the rebellion is betrayed, and the farm ends up in a state as bad as it was before, under the dictatorship of a pig named Napoleon.

Two love stories are set against the backdrop of high society in Tsarist Russia. Anna awakens from a loveless marriage to find herself drawn irresistibly to the dashing cavalry officer, Count Vronsky. Levin struggles with self-esteem, and even flees to the country, before gaining the courage to return and offer himself to the beautiful and pure Kitty. Through troubled courtships, reconciliations, marriage and the birth of each one’s first child, Anna and Levin experience joy and despair as they each struggle to find their place in the world and meaning for their lives.

Anne of Green Gables is a 1908 novel by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. Written for all ages, it has been considered a classic children’s novel since the mid-twentieth century.
Lucy Maud Montgomery was a Canadian author best known for a series of novels beginning in 1908 with Anne of Green Gables. The book was an immediate success. The title character, orphan Anne Shirley, made Montgomery famous in her lifetime and gave her an international following.

Arms and the Man is a comedy by George Bernard Shaw that takes place in 1885, during the Serbo-Bulgarian War. Raina Petkoff is engaged to the gallant Sergius Saranoff, hero of the recent Bulgarian victory over the Serbs. But she is distracted by the abrupt arrival of Captain Bluntschli, a Swiss mercenary who fought for the Serbian army. He takes refuge in her bedroom after the battle and although he is initially threatening, reveals that he carries chocolate creams instead of bullets. Will Raina marry the posturing Sergius or the chocolate cream soldier? Extra intrigue is provided by saucy servant girl Louka and her dour fiance Nicola.

Mysterious Phileas Fogg is a man of the most repetitious and punctual habit – with no apparent sense of adventure whatsoever – he gambles his considerable fortune that he can complete a journey around the world in just 80 days… immediately after a newspaper calculates the feat as just barely possible. With his excitable French manservant in tow, Fogg undertakes the exercise immediately, with no preparations, trusting that his traveling funds will make up for delays along the way. But unbeknownst to him, British police are desperately seeking to arrest him for the theft of a huge sum by someone who resembles him, and they will track him around the world, if necessary, to apprehend him. This is an adventure novel of the first water, with wholly unexpected perils, hair-breadth escapes, brilliant solutions to insoluble problems, and even a love story. And can this be? – That he returns to London just five minutes too late to win his wager and retain his fortune?

Enter into ageless philosophy of the great, silent spiritual master Avatar Meher Baba in this comprehensive compendium of this iconic teacher’s greatest thoughts and ideas. Sri Meher Baba is the popular spiritual master of the great Pete Townshend of the iconic rock band The Who, as well as the inspiration behind the composer’s greatest works. Written and narrated by Baba historian, author, and actor Geoffrey Giuliano. Includes: Who is Avatar Meher Baba The sublime teachings of Meher Baba: a discourse by Darwin Shaw Meher Baba’s universal prayer Quotations by Meher Baba Meher Baba: a celebration Meher Chalisa Avatar Meher Baba bhajan Song of Meher Sat Chit Ananda Meher Baba Meher Dhun Hare Krsna mantra (by Geoffrey Giuliano) Radhe Govinda Bolo (by Geoffrey Giuliano) Here is a rare audio encounter that is a must-have for everyone, perfect for all school or university collections.

The life of baseball legend Babe Ruth is chronicled in this hard-hitting audio biography narrated by the author. In rare archival interviews Ruth discusses his early life, the trappings of stardom and his eternal, abiding love of America’s favorite game. Babe Ruth was an American professional baseball player whose career in Major League Baseball (MLB) spanned 22 seasons, from 1914 through 1935. Nicknamed “The Bambino” and “The Sultan of Swat”, he began his MLB career as a star left-handed pitcher for the Boston Red Sox, but achieved his greatest fame as a slugging outfielder for the New York Yankees. Ruth is regarded as one of the greatest sports heroes in American culture and is considered by many to be the greatest baseball player of all time. In 1936, Ruth was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame as one of its “first five” inaugural members.

Who was John Lennon? We all know the music and the basic story, but this wildly passive aggressive kid from suburban Liverpool with a huge chip on his shoulder was an unlikely model for the international pop icon to come. He first started bashing out banjo chords on an old guitar, without even the requisite number of strings as a teen. Young John was close to his mother and auntie, loved cats, attended church services, did his schoolwork, excelled at poetry and drawing, but he had something else too – a wild uninhibited love of American rock ‘n’ roll. In this one-of-a-kind audio treasure by the world’s acknowledged foremost prolific Beatles biographer Geoffrey Giuliano, the real John Lennon is laid bare and a deeper understanding of his magnetic personality and timeless music emerges. Here is the perfect audio treasure for every committed Lennon fan, pop historian, casual listener, student of 1960s art and culture, curious commuter, as well as all school and university systems. Ladies

Jeffrey Joseph Juliana, nee Geoffrey Giuliano, nee Jaganntha Dasa, is a man of many faces and adventures. A plumber’s son from Western, New York now in his mid-sixties, this transient soul has experienced a wide swath of poverty, riches, fame, anonymity , hedonism and piety. At the same time 50% monk and 50% monkey, Giuliano is best known as the author of a shelfful of books on the Beatles and other rock icons, a well known film actor, world traveler, vegetarian activist, and very public devotee of Sri Krishna. Here is his rags to riches then back to rags story as told by himself, in an honest, enlightening, often shocking, sometimes humorous look back on the first nineteen years of his often unlikely life and times. This first installment of his autobiography focuses on the years 1953 to 1971 and his trek from small town kid, to all American 1960’s hippie, to enthusiastic young seeker of Lord Krishna in the early years of the Hare Krishna Movement. While this is uniquely Geoffrey’s story it is also a similar tale to many who lived through the same era. If the child is the father of the man then this collection of cutting memories explains a great deal about the bold, creative character Giuliano later became. There are many words here – many of them bad. Introduction / Dr. Timothy Leary.

Once again the Old Gray Goose shines with a collection of wonderful stories for children young and old. In a beautiful world of unlimited possibilities, love and beauty, the Old Gray Goose inspires us all with his powerful, positive, peaceful tales. The Old Gray Goose the world’s most beloved storyteller it’s currently over 153 years old! He hails from Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is the youngest son of Mother Goose. For many years he worked at the YMCA in Lockport, New York, and was the program director at Camp Kenan in nearby Barker. Goose has the magical ability to turn virtually every minute of the day into an exciting fun adventure. His original stories, funny songs, tall tales, and white lies have entertained, mesmerized and enthralled people young and old for decades. Whether he’s around the campfire performing in his old pit helmet and tennis racket guitar, biking with campers around Lake Ontario, running with the Olympic torch to the delight of his legions of fans, or just sitting around the camp playing a friendly game of tetherball or talking with the campers the Old Gray Goose is that one in a million; a great storyteller, a great advocate of young people, and most importantly – a great man! Here is the very best of the wonderful Old Gray Goose.

Barnaby Rudge is a historical novel by British novelist Charles Dickens. Barnaby Rudge was one of two novels (the other was The Old Curiosity Shop) Dickens published in his short-lived (1840–1841) weekly serial Master Humphrey’s Clock. This book is largely set during the Gordon Riots of 1780. Barnaby Rudge was the fifth of Dickens’ novels to be published. It had initially been planned to appear as his first, but changes of publisher led to many delays, and it first appeared in serial form in the Clock from February to November 1841. This was Dickens’ first historical novel. His only other is A Tale of Two Cities (1859), also set in revolutionary times

Barry Lyndon is a picaresque novel by William Makepeace Thackeray, first published as a serial in Fraser’s Magazine in 1844, about a member of the Irish gentry trying to become a member of the English aristocracy. Thackeray, who based the novel on the life and exploits of the Anglo-Irish rake and fortune-hunter Andrew Robinson Stoney, later reissued it under the title The Memoirs of Barry Lyndon, Esq. The novel is narrated by Lyndon himself, who functions as a quintessentially unreliable narrator. The novel was adapted by Stanley Kubrick into his 1975 film Barry Lyndon.

Dr. Richard Alpert, a former Harvard professor and Timothy Leary cohort, was an icon of the hippie, LSD-fueled revolution of the 1960s. Thereafter, on a trip to India – like Clark Kent changing into Superman – he became the much-beloved spiritual teacher Baba Ram Das. His 1970s’ iconic book Be Here Now turned on a generation to the deep, non-sectarian spirituality within us all. Author Jagannatha Dasa became friends with Ram Das in the early ’70s and traveled across America, playing Indian drums at his speaking engagements. During that time, the two discussed the publication of some of his lectures, but nothing was ever done, and the two lost touch. Now, finally, after all these years, Jagannatha Dasa keeps his promise to his old friend, publishing this original audio history of one of our most inspired and cherished spiritual teachers.

A melodramatic folksy Christmas story, a little like Dickens – with a Tiny Tim, but also with some romance. Tarkington’s writings are very much set in his early 1900s American culture. We are meant to sympathize with the crippled child but not even notice the slights to the black servants. Still, Tarkington promotes kindness and uses a milder style of humor than many authors of his day.

In this unique, wholly unexpected, and frenetic new audiobook, members of the iconic Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band are featured in rare exclusive interviews conducted by close friend and colleague author Geoffrey Giuliano. Here, you will find the always interesting and enigmatic Vivian Stanshall, the loony cartoony Mr. Wonderful, “Legs” Larry Smith, the incredibly dry robot master trouser king, Roger Ruskin Spear, and the uber-talented, gentlemanly musical engine of the group, sometime Monty Python, Neil Innes. The author also includes concise life histories of each of these amazing gentlemen along with far-ranging archival conversations recorded from 1983 to 1995. An absolute audio must for any ’60s pop fan, music historian, and all university and school systems.

While the Beatles conquered the world, and therefore enjoyed the spoils of their conquest, they ultimately came to a rather acrimonious end. Here is the real, untold story of their unlikely climb to the heady heights of superstardom and beyond and the terrible price they paid for their astounding success. Perfect for fans, collectors, and educational institutions.

What popular musician and composer has given more to the world than the late great George Harrison? Not only was he foundational to the Beatles’ greatest music, but he was also an inspired solo performer, philosopher, advocate of Indian religion, Hare Krishna, and arguably, the grandfather of world music. People everywhere could sense the basic honesty, decency, and true compassion of this amazing artist and man. Ask almost anyone who their favorite Beatle is and they will tell you – more often than not – George Harrison. In this riveting, one-of-a-kind audiobook revelation by popular actor author narrator Geoffrey Giuliano, you will find the man behind the music, and further understand the music behind the man. While George Harrison left us far too soon, his work will live forever.

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn.

With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating Paul McCartney for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional and university collections. An ultra rare, exciting audio biography! Geoffrey Giuliano is the author of thirty two popular international best selling biographies on the Beatles and other iconic rock groups of the 1960s. He is also a well know Hollywood screenwriter, the voice on over five hundred popular audiobooks as well as an actor in some twenty five classic films. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational institutions.

Ben-Hur is a story of two very different heroes. Judah Ben-Hur, a prince of Jerusalem, is involved in an accident to the Roman procurator which is taken to be intentional. He is seized and sent to the fleet as a galley-slave, while his family is imprisoned and the family goods confiscated. When Ben-Hur saves the fleet captain from drowning after his ship is sunk in a fight with pirates, that officer adopts him as son and heir. With Roman training, Ben-Hur distinguishes himself in the arena and the palistrae and appears to be on the way to high military command. With the help of a faithful family retainer and a generous Arab sheik, Ben-Hur is enabled to take part in a widely touted chariot race, where one of the other charioteers is the boyhood friend who connived to punish him for the accident and split his estate.

Benito Mussolini born on July 29, 1883 who went by the nickname “Il Duce” (“the Leader”), was a deeply unbalanced tyrannical Italian dictator who created the dreaded Fascist Party in 1919. Eventually, he held all power in Italy as the country’s prime minister from 1922 to 1943. An ardent socialist as a youth, Mussolini followed in his father’s political footsteps but was expelled by the party for his overt support of World War I. As an evil dictator during World War II (even murdering his own son by lethal injection) he greatly overextended his forces and was eventually killed by his own people in Mezzegra, Italy. Here, for the first time, are the words of the great dictator himself in his twisted manifesto on the political movement he started and is still so feared to this very day.

A one-of-a-kind storyteller like the Old Gray Goose, with a career generations long, has had a heck of a lot of hits! Songs, stories, white lies, and tall tales guaranteed to entertain, enlighten, and educate kids everywhere. Magic is an indefinable power – just like Goose. The Old Gray Goose the world’s most beloved storyteller it’s currently over 153 years old! He hails from Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is the youngest son of Mother Goose. For many years he worked at the YMCA in Lockport, New York, and was the program director at Camp Kenan in nearby Barker. Goose has the magical ability to turn virtually every minute of the day into an exciting fun adventure. His original stories, funny songs, tall tales, and white lies have entertained, mesmerized and enthralled people young and old for decades. Whether he’s around the campfire performing in his old pit helmet and tennis racket guitar, biking with campers around Lake Ontario, running with the Olympic torch to the delight of his legions of fans, or just sitting around the camp playing a friendly game of tetherball or talking with the campers the Old Gray Goose is that one in a million; a great storyteller, a great advocate of young people, and most importantly – a great man! Here is the very best of the wonderful Old Gray Goose.

When the Beatles first came to our attention in a big way in 1964 it was obvious they were a phenomena to reckon with. History changers in the form of four shaggy haired young men who certainly knew how to carry a tune. Beatlemania swept the planet and the names John, Paul, George, and Ringo became household words. Unlike the Rolling Stones who just keep on going the Beatles broke up in 1970 but there is an international league of devoted fans who still spend an inordinate amount of their lifetimes thinking about, studying, listening to, and yes, even worshiping the Beatles to this day – some 50 years after they decided to go there separate ways. Geoffrey Giuliano has written 24 books on the group and was friendly with George Harrison. Obviously, he knows the subject well – but now that he sees fans in their 50s, 60s, 70s, and yes,even 80s, still clinging to the group so vehemently he wonders in this unique audio rant if it’s really such a good idea.

Death – it comes to us all. it is a sacrifice for the good life we lead at the end of our long fortuitous road. Or is it? For millenniums the yogis of India following the ancient Vedic path have clearly spoken about what we call in the west- life after death.To the unenlightened materialist life begins with birth and ends with the final inevitable dissolution of the gross material body. But to the enlightened ones ordinary life and death are seen ias nothing particularly special – and at most the unclouded end of the infinite beginning. It is true that some of the more virtuous and godly among us may escape the never ending wheel of repeated birth and death however most are commanded to return to this material world by the process of reincarnation, or if they are particularly unlucky hover around this gross material sphere for untold eons as homeless, restless, disembodied, hopeless, spirits. It is of these unfortunate souls to whom we address this most unique Icon audiobook presentation. Here for the first time is the secret yoga of the ghostly realms.

Black Beauty is a fictional autobiographical memoir told by a horse, who recounts many tales, both of cruelty and kindness. The title page of the first edition states that it was “Translated from the Original Equine by Anna Sewell.” It was composed in the last years of her life, during which she was confined to her house as an invalid. After its publication in 1877, Sewell lived just long enough to see her first and only novel become an immediate bestseller, as well as it encouraging the better treatment of many cruelly-treated animals. Although initially intended for people who work with horses, it soon became a children’s classic. While outwardly teaching animal welfare, it also contains allegorical lessons about how to treat people with kindness, sympathy and respect. The story is narrated in the first person and each short chapter relates an incident in Black Beauty’s life, with Sewell’s detailed observations and extensive descriptions of horse behavior lending the novel a good deal of verisimilitude.

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials, and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher, and reformer Angela Davis, using informed commentary, but most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors, and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis. Prison reform, civil rights, racial equality – all these topics are presented by author and producer Giuliano. Icon Audio Arts is privileged to present the important, liberating teachings of the dame of American civil rights and a tireless lifetime champion of the poor and oppressed. This audiobook is a must for all university library collections and institutions

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials, and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher, and reformer Angela Davis, using informed commentary, but most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors, and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis. Prison reform, civil rights, racial equality – all these topics are presented by author and producer Giuliano. Icon Audio Arts is privileged to present the important, liberating teachings of the dame of American civil rights and a tireless lifetime champion of the poor and oppressed. This audiobook is a must for all university library collections and institutions. Huey Percy Newton was an African-American revolutionary, notable as cofounder of the Black Panther Party. Newton crafted the Party’s ten-point manifesto with Bobby Seale in 1966.
Under Newton’s leadership, the Black Panther Party founded over 60 community support programs[1] (renamed survival programs in 1971) including food banks, medical clinics, sickle cell anemia tests, prison busing for families of inmates, legal advice seminars, clothing banks, housing cooperatives, and their own ambulance service. The most famous of these programs was the Free Breakfast for Children program which fed thousands of impoverished children daily during the early 1970s. Newton also co-founded the Black Panther newspaper service which became one of America’s most widely distributed African-American newspapers.

eatles insider Geoffrey Giuliano unfolds the whole story of McCartney’s contradictory character and colossal talent. This edition includes a substantial new chapter discussing McCartney’s recent life. Like no other audiobook, Blackbird presents the real Paul. Sir James Paul McCartney CH MBE is an English singer, songwriter, musician and record and film producer who gained worldwide fame as co-lead vocalist, co-songwriter and bassist for the Beatles.

The Chancery Court had jurisdiction over all matters of equity, including administration of estates, the guardianship of orphans, and disputed property disbursement. In Dickens’ time, some cases could take years to be settled, changing the lives of those involved. Esther Summerson, a young woman raised in a tough and unloving atmosphere, is unexpectedly requested to be a companion to two teenage orphans, Richard Carstone and Ada Clare, for whom the court has appointed as guardian, John Jarndyce. They take up residence at Mr. Jarndyce’s home, Bleak House. The story of their lives and fortunes is the main thrust of the novel, and is related at times through the eyes of Esther, whose gentle point of view gives the reader a different and more intimate perspective

“There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance.” “I believe in everything until it’s disproved. So I believe in fairies, the myths, dragons. It all exists, even if it’s in your mind. Who’s to say that dreams and nightmares aren’t as real as the here and now?” John Lennon Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano, comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles. In these incredible, now over 50 year old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime audio experience.

Bob Dylan, the poet laureate of now several generations is revealed in this stunning new audiobook from master storyteller author actor Geoffrey Giuliano. Here you will find the real Dylan behind the carefully crafted public image. As well, here is the man behind the music and the inspirational music behind the man. This is, without doubt, the perfect pop compendium for all dedicated fans, music historians, poetic philosophers and all inspired school and university systems. Ladies and gentleman at last – the real Bob Dylan.

The Old Gray Goose will haunt your soul and test your limits with this collection of scary tales and spooky music. If it looks like a ghost and sounds like a ghost…well. The Old Gray Goose the world’s most beloved storyteller it’s currently over 153 years old! He hails from Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is the youngest son of Mother Goose. For many years he worked at the YMCA in Lockport, New York, and was the program director at Camp Kenan in nearby Barker. Goose has the magical ability to turn virtually every minute of the day into an exciting fun adventure. His original stories, funny songs, tall tales, and white lies have entertained, mesmerized and enthralled people young and old for decades. Whether he’s around the campfire performing in his old pit helmet and tennis racket guitar, biking with campers around Lake Ontario, running with the Olympic torch to the delight of his legions of fans, or just sitting around the camp playing a friendly game of tetherball or talking with the campers the Old Gray Goose is that one in a million; a great storyteller, a great advocate of young people, and most importantly – a great man! Here is the very best of the wonderful Old Gray Goose.

Brave New World is a dystopian social science fiction novel by English author Aldous Huxley, written in 1931 and published a year later. Largely set in a futuristic World State, whose citizens are environmentally engineered into an intelligence-based social hierarchy, the novel anticipates huge scientific advancements in reproductive technology, sleep-learning, psychological manipulation, and classical conditioning that are combined to make a dystopian society that is challenged by only a single individual: the story’s protagonist. Huxley followed this book with a reassessment in essay form, Brave New World Revisited (1958), and with his final novel, Island (1962), the utopian counterpart. The novel is often compared to George Orwell’s 1884. Brave New World has frequently been banned and challenged since its original publication.
Aldous Leonard Huxley was an English writer and philosopher. He wrote nearly 50 books—both novels and non-fiction works—as well as wide-ranging essays, narratives, and poems. Born into the prominent Huxley family, he graduated from Balliol College, Oxford, with an undergraduate degree in English literature.

The founder, heart and soul of the fabulous Rolling Stones, Brian Jones died far too young under very mysterious circumstances at the age of only twenty-seven in his backyard (only medium size) swimming pool. Was it an accident, a run of the mill pop star drug overdose, mischievous misadventure or evil premeditated murder? Author actor narrator Geoffrey Giuliano has been investigating this strange case for over thirty years now, having published several popular books, audiobooks and even the iconic feature motion picture, ‘Stoned’ in 2006 about the tragic life and times of one of pops most talented progenitors. Here, at last, is the final truth of what happened on that long ago steaming summers night in July of 1969. A must have for all dedicated conspiracy buffs, music fans, pop philosophers and all inspired university and school systems. This phenomenal audiobook is the final word on one of the greatest foundational artists of popular music the world has ever known. Here is, for all time, the true story of Brian Jones. God bless you Brian and thank you!

NO JONES – NO STONES! The founder, heart, and soul of the fabulous Rolling Stones, Brian Jones, died far too young under very mysterious circumstances at the age of only 27 in his backyard (only medium size) swimming pool. Was it an accident, a run of the mill pop star drug overdose, mischievous misadventure, or evil premeditated murder? Author actor narrator Geoffrey Giuliano has been investigating this strange case for over 30 years now, having published several popular books, audiobooks, and even the iconic feature motion picture Stoned in 2006 about the tragic life and times of one of pop’s most talented progenitors. Here, at last, is the final truth of what happened on that long ago steaming summers night in July of 1969. A must-have for all dedicated conspiracy buffs, music fans, pop philosophers, and all inspired university and school systems. This phenomenal audiobook is the final word on one of the greatest foundational artists of popular music the world has ever known. Here is, for all time, the true story of Brian Jones. God bless you, Brian.

Jimi speaks out on his otherworldly music, poverty-stricken early years, and unparalleled rise to superstardom in the late 1960s. Hendrix was far too busy recording and performing to grant many interviews, but the ones he did we have for you here! A must have for any serious Hendrix fan or pop culture aficionado.
James Marshall “Jimi” Hendrix was an American musician, singer, and songwriter. Although his mainstream career spanned only four years, he is widely regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, and one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century.

Another great audiobook classic from the world’s most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Presented by actor author Geoffrey Giuliano, here is an exciting ‘listen while you learn’ audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time. Welcome to the wonderful, unparalleled world of Icon Audio Arts.

Vivian Stanshall was the quintessential pop hero of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Viv shot to fame in 1968 in the BONZO DOG DOO-DAH BAND, but as many listeners of the John Peel Show are aware, his tales of the upper-class Rawlinsons and Maynards were the bees knees for anyone with a warped sense of humour. Born Victor Anthony Stanshall, 21 March 1943, Shillingford, Oxfordshire, his post-WWII family settled in the coastal town of Leigh-on-Sea, in Essex. From bingo-caller to painting fairground attractions (and a spell in the merchant navy), Stanshall enrolled at London’s Central School of Art and Design. It was there in September 1962, he met Roger Ruskin Spear, Rodney Slater and Neil Innes (the latter attended nearby Goldsmiths College) and, with other equally unorthodox musicians, formed The BONZO DOG DOO-DAH BAND.

Once again, the Old Gray Goose delivers a collection of funny, heartwarming tales perfected over six decades of campfires and thousands of enthusiastic young campers as part of his amazing lifelong work with the YMCA. Here is the definitive collection of down-home songs and stories for children of all ages, affectionately told by a compassionate man who genuinely cares about young people. The Old Gray Goose the world’s most beloved storyteller it’s currently over 153 years old! He hails from Weymouth, Massachusetts, and is the youngest son of Mother Goose. For many years he worked at the YMCA in Lockport, New York, and was the program director at Camp Kenan in nearby Barker. Goose has the magical ability to turn virtually every minute of the day into an exciting fun adventure. His original stories, funny songs, tall tales, and white lies have entertained, mesmerized and enthralled people young and old for decades. Whether he’s around the campfire performing in his old pit helmet and tennis racket guitar, biking with campers around Lake Ontario, running with the Olympic torch to the delight of his legions of fans, or just sitting around the camp playing a friendly game of tetherball or talking with the campers the Old Gray Goose is that one in a million; a great storyteller, a great advocate of young people, and most importantly – a great man! Here is the very best of the wonderful Old Gray Goose.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of Paul McCartney. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the icon of rock for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography. Ernesto “Che” Guevara was an Argentine Marxist revolutionary, physician, author, guerrilla leader, diplomat, and military theorist. A major figure of the Cuban Revolution, his stylized visage has become a ubiquitous countercultural symbol of rebellion and global insignia in popular culture.

Candide is a French satire first published in 1759 by Voltaire, a philosopher of the Age of Enlightenment. The novella has been widely translated, with English versions titled Candide: or, All for the Best (1759); Candide: or, The Optimist (1762); and Candide: Optimism (1947). It begins with a young man, Candide, who is living a sheltered life in an Edenic paradise and being indoctrinated with Leibnizian optimism by his mentor, Professor Pangloss. The work describes the abrupt cessation of this lifestyle, followed by Candide’s slow and painful disillusionment as he witnesses and experiences great hardships in the world. Voltaire concludes Candide with, if not rejecting Leibnizian optimism outright, advocating a deeply practical precept, “we must cultivate our garden”, in lieu of the Leibnizian mantra of Pangloss, “all is for the best” in the “best of all possible worlds”.
Captains Courageous

Another great audiobook classic from the world’s most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Presented by actor author Geoffrey Giuliano, here is an exciting ‘listen while you learn’ audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time. Welcome to the wonderful, unparalleled world of Icon Audio Arts.

Charlie Watts provided the foundation that underpinned the music of the Rolling Stones. The band became a by-word for rock ‘n’ roll excess but for Watts, playing with the Stones did not become the ego trip that drove Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. A jazz aficionado, Watts vied with Bill Wyman for the title of least charismatic member of the band; he eschewed the limelight and rarely gave interviews. And he famously described life with the Stones as five years of playing, 20 years of hanging around. Charles Robert Watts was born on 2 June 1941 at the University College Hospital in London and was raised in Kingsbury, now part of the London Borough of Brent. His father was a lorry driver and Watts was brought up in a prefabricated house to which the family had moved after German bombs destroyed hundreds of houses in the area. A childhood friend once described how Watts had an early interest in jazz and recalled listening to 78s in Charlie’s bedroom by artists such as Jelly Roll Morton and Charlie Parker.

Charlie Watts provided the foundation that underpinned the music of the Rolling Stones. The band became a by-word for rock ‘n’ roll excess but for Watts, playing with the Stones did not become the ego trip that drove Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. A jazz aficionado, Watts vied with Bill Wyman for the title of least charismatic member of the band; he eschewed the limelight and rarely gave interviews. And he famously described life with the Stones as five years of playing, 20 years of hanging around. Charles Robert Watts was born on 2 June 1941 at the University College Hospital in London and was raised in Kingsbury, now part of the London Borough of Brent. His father was a lorry driver and Watts was brought up in a prefabricated house to which the family had moved after German bombs destroyed hundreds of houses in the area. A childhood friend once described how Watts had an early interest in jazz and recalled listening to 78s in Charlie’s bedroom by artists such as Jelly Roll Morton and Charlie Parker.

Revolutionary warrior, compassionate physician, patient teacher, caring mentor – Che Guevara was all this and more. In this poignant, inspirational collection of thoughtful quotations by the now iconic hero of the Cuban revolution, we come to know the man behind the now mile-high myth. Introduced, compiled, and narrated by veteran actor and author Geoffrey Giuliano Che Guevara – The Heart of the Revolutionary is the perfect introduction to the life and work of the warrior doctor from Argentina.
Ernesto “Che” Guevara was an Argentine Marxist revolutionary, physician, author, guerrilla leader, diplomat, and military theorist. A major figure of the Cuban Revolution, his stylized visage has become a ubiquitous countercultural symbol of rebellion and global insignia in populaer culture.

“The revolution is not an apple that falls when it is ripe. You have to make it fall. The life of a single human being is worth a million times more than all the property of the richest man on earth. I am not a liberator. Liberators do not exist. The people liberate themselves.” CHE GUEVARA A unique audio primer and celebration of the inspirational life and great work of revolutionary and social reformer Commandante Ernesto Rafael ‘Che” Guevara de la Serna Lynch. Ernesto was born June 14, 1928 in Rosario, Argentina, in a family with aristocratic roots but strong socialistic ideals. In June of 1955 young Ernesto met Raul Castro. On July 8th Fidel Castro arrived in Mexico to join his brother and Ernesto. The rest is revolutionary history!

The iconic revolutionary Ernesto Che Guevara is featured in this unique, original audiobook by popular historian Geoffrey Giuliano. In this must-have compendium on the life, times, words, and wisdom of the heralded physician soldier, here is an ultra-rare collection of not only impossible-to-find interviews and speeches, but also a unique celebration of what would’ve been Che’s 90th birthday. Che Guevara’s stirring words and iconic persona strike at the very heart of the turbulent times in which we now live. Perfect for all university and school systems. Contents: Revisiting Radio Rebelde A brief Che biography Interview April 1964 (French with English introduction) Che’s complete speech delivered before the United Nations, New York, December 11, 1964 (Spanish with English introduction) The comandante’s finest thoughts Viva Che! A 90th birthday celebration.

Giuliano’s near lifelong journal of prose, poetry, and drawings started while still in university in the mid-1970s. A moving collection of the evocative dreams of a young man searching for his life in the shadow of the American dream, which ultimately over took him.

“A heartfelt and lovely Christmas tale for kids, moms, dads and book lovers everywhere!” New York Times

Here is a charming collection of stories, mostly set in New England in the 1800s, that depict how Christmas was celebrated then. Seems that Christmas was not always a tree with dozens, if not hundreds, of gifts spread around the tree. Consumerism not being then what it is today, the gift might simply be a letter from a long-missing loved one, or simply the return through a blizzard of a husband who had left only hours ago on a mission of mercy. The relief of the anxiety of waiting for the person or merely news that the loved one had survived was often the best gift to be had. There are sleigh rides, caroling through the night and selfless giving to fill one with the warmth and joy of the season. A true old-fashioned holiday treasure

Civil Disobedience is an essay by American transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau that was first published in 1849. In it, Thoreau argues that individuals should not permit governments to overrule or atrophy their consciences, and that they have a duty to avoid allowing such acquiescence to enable the government to make them the agents of injustice. Thoreau was motivated in part by his disgust with slavery and the Mexican–American War.
Henry David Thoreau was an American naturalist, essayist, poet, and philosopher. A leading transcendentalist, he is best known for his book Walden, a reflection upon simple living in natural surroundings, and his essay “Civil Disobedience” (originally published as “Resistance to Civil Government”), an argument for disobedience to an unjust state.

Eden Giuliano presents a brand-new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! R.K. Munkittrick (1853-1911), was the Editor of “Judge” 1901-1906 which included Gus Dirk’s famous cartoons in the pages of “Judge” and wrote the verses to accompany “Bugville Life.” Here is a delightful classic tail sure to delight children of all ages. A fast-moving fun story with lots of surprises guaranteed to elicit a lot of wide-eyed Wonder from the little ones we all love. A true family audio treasure! Sharing wonderful stories between the generations is one of the surest ways to bring a family closer together and keep them that way. Here is an audiobook beautifully crafted in the grandest tradition of fine young people’s literature. I must have for every family!

Coming Up for Air is the seventh book by English writer George Orwell, published in June 1939 by Victor Gollancz. It was written between 1938 and 1939 while Orwell spent time recuperating from illness in French Morocco, mainly in Marrakesh. He delivered the completed manuscript to Victor Gollancz upon his return to London in March 1939. The story follows George Bowling, a 45-year-old husband, father, and insurance salesman, who foresees World War II and attempts to recapture idyllic childhood innocence and escape his dreary life by returning to Lower Binfield, his birthplace. The novel is comical and pessimistic, with its views that (a) speculative builders, commercialism, and capitalism are killing the best of rural England, and (b) his country is facing the sinister appearance of new, external national threats.

First published anonymously in January 1776, Paine’s pamphlet Common Sense became a colonial bestseller. In a would-be nation of 4 million, some 150,000 copies were sold. That’s the equivalent of selling 12 million copies in today’s United States. It was sold and distributed widely and read aloud at taverns and meeting places. In proportion to the population of the colonies at that time it had the largest sale and circulation of any book published in American history. As of 2006, it remains the all-time best-selling American title and is still in print today.

“Love it to death.” A Sign In The Notorious Red Light District Of Bangkok Already in midlife, noted actor author Geoffrey Giuliano abandoned his rambling 12-acre estate in rural New York and retired from his long, lucrative career as an internationally best-selling biographer to live, love, and be brokenhearted at the hands of the tempestuous young Thai women who would bring him to his knees. This is the intense story of the dramatic, almost unbelievable, and near fatal romantic adventures of a man searching for love in the throbbing heart of Asia’s red-hot Golden Triangle in the post Covid era of helplessness and trauma. A red hot cautionary tale of breath-taking self-inflicted encounters with a man’s sexual mortality. Rate XXX

“Here was the secret of happiness, about which philosophers disputed for so many ages, at once discovered; happiness might now be bought for a penny, and carried in the waistcoat-pocket; portable ecstasies might be had corked up in a pint-bottle; and peace of mind sent by the mail.” THOMAS DE QUNICEY Confessions of an English Opium-Eater is a graphic, honest, autobiographical account written by Thomas De Quincey, about his laudanum addiction and its profound effect on his life. Confessions was the first major work De Quincey published and the one which won him lasting fame. This intensely riveting audiobook edition Is therefore a must for all those interested in the pharmacological arts, altered states, the pitfalls of addiction and the age old quest for expanded consciousness. 

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of contemporary legends U2 and Sting. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the great U2 and Sting for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography!

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content.

Program of the king’s rarest, most evocative interviews with commentary by rock historian Geoffrey Giuliano. Elvis Presley was an American singer and actor. Dubbed the “King of Rock and Roll”, he is regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century. His energized interpretations of songs and sexually provocative performance style, combined with a singularly potent mix of influences across color lines during a transformative era in race relations, led him to both great success and initial controversy.

Author Giuliano has had incredible personal contact with the members of Cream over the course of his work as a veteran journalist. He lived with Ginger Baker and wrote his biography, as well as interviewing both Jack Bruce and Eric Clapton on several occasions. In this one of a kind, exclusive biography of the band, Cream tell their own tale. A truly historic audio document.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning graphic content

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two.
While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content.

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two.
While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content.

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content.

Throughout the many long years Geoffrey Giuliano has worked as a rock biographer and became an intimate to many of those of his generation who made the music he knew the groundbreaking band Cream best. As the author of Ginger Baker’s yet unpublished first autobiography, a close friend of Jack Bruce and a casual acquaintance of Eric Clapton, Giuliano had unique access to the complex relationships which knitted together formed this unexpected, unforgettable trio of musical titans. In this one of a kind audio treasure for the committed Cream fan, popular music historian, casual listener, curious commuter and all school and university systems, you will find the real men and meaning behind what was arguably the greatest musical powerhouse trio of the 20th century. Ladies and gentlemen we hope you will enjoy this very special evening of the words behind the endless myth and legend of Cream!

Crime and Punishment is the second of Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s full-length novels following his return from 5 years of exile in Siberia, and is considered the first great novel of his “mature” period of writing. The novel focuses on the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in St. Petersburg who formulates and executes a plan to kill an unscrupulous pawnbroker for her cash. Raskolnikov, in an attempt to defend his actions, argues that with the pawnbroker’s money he can perform good deeds to counterbalance the crime while ridding the world of a vermin, and to test a theory of his that some people are naturally superior and have the right to commit crimes if it is in pursuit of a higher purpose.

Crome Yellow, first novel by Aldous Huxley, published in 1921. The book is a social satire of the British literati in the period following World War I. The book revolves around the hapless love affair of Denis Stone, a sensitive poet, and Anne Wimbush. Anne’s uncle, Henry Wimbush, hosts a party at his country estate, Crome, that brings together a humorous coterie of characters.

Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! The classic Treasure Island is an exciting adventure novel by Scottish author, Robert Louis Stevenson, narrating a wonderful tale of buccaneers and buried gold. We know you will enjoy this very special series from Icon Audio Arts hosted by young Eden Giuliano! Robert Louis Stevenson was a Scottish novelist, essayist, poet and travel writer. He is best known for works such as Treasure Island, Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Kidnapped and A Child’s Garden of Verses.

They never should’ve been an Elvis Presley. It’s unlikely he was ever even born as his twin brother Jesse died at birth. Elvis was the backwoods son of a poverty stricken, uneducated family and was only a middle of the road student all the way through high school. Sure he was good looking, but that got him into trouble with the other boys and the girls, despite his finely sculpted features, found the teen Elvis somewhat shy and awkward. But then one day, while working an odd job, he stopped by a now iconic recording studio and cut a demo for his mother as a present and the Elvis we all know, love and will never forget came into being. In this ultra rare set of interviews with the king narrated by author actor Geoffrey Giuliano here is the perfect addition to the collection of every Elvis fans, pop historian, casual listener, curious commuter, as well,as all school and university systems. Ladies and gentlemen meet the real Elvis Presley!

Benito Mussolini, was born on July 29, 1883, who went by the nickname “Il Duce” (“the Leader”), was a deeply unbalanced tyrannical Italian dictator who created the dreaded Fascist Party in 1919. Eventually, he held all power in Italy as the country’s prime minister from 1922 to 1943. An ardent socialist as a youth, Mussolini followed in his father’s political footsteps but was expelled by the party for his overt support of World War I. As an evil dictator during World War II (even murdering his own son by lethal injection) he greatly overextended his forces and was eventually killed by his own people in Mezzegra, Italy.

Geoffrey Giuliano lived in the “often wonderfully unreal” world of George Harrison and his friends, interviews with whom are the basis for much of this vivid and revealing portrait. Here are Harrison’s Liverpool childhood, the forging of the Beatles, their unheralded ascendancy, and the bitter break-up; his turbulent solo career with its soaring successes and harrowing setbacks; his reincarnation as a Traveling Wilbury; his impact as a record and film producer; his oft-publicized and misjudged spiritual quest; and much more. George Harrison was an English musician, singer-songwriter, and music and film producer who achieved international fame as the lead guitarist of the Beatles. Sometimes called “the quiet Beatle”, Harrison embraced Indian culture and helped broaden the scope of popular music through his incorporation of Indian instrumentation and Hindu-aligned spirituality in the Beatles’ work. Although the majority of the band’s songs were written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, most Beatles albums from 1965 onwards contained at least two Harrison compositions.

Geoffrey Giuliano lived in the “often wonderfully unreal” world of George Harrison and his friends, interviews with whom are the basis for much of this vivid and revealing portrait. Here are Harrison’s Liverpool childhood, the forging of the Beatles, their unheralded ascendancy, and the bitter break-up; his turbulent solo career with its soaring successes and harrowing setbacks; his reincarnation as a Traveling Wilbury; his impact as a record and film producer; his oft-publicized and misjudged spiritual quest; and much more. George Harrison was an English musician, singer-songwriter, and music and film producer who achieved international fame as the lead guitarist of the Beatles. Sometimes called “the quiet Beatle”, Harrison embraced Indian culture and helped broaden the scope of popular music through his incorporation of Indian instrumentation and Hindu-aligned spirituality in the Beatles’ work. Although the majority of the band’s songs were written by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, most Beatles albums from 1965 onwards contained at least two Harrison compositions.

In 1992 Geoffrey Giuliano was asked if he would do an exclusive interview with the Maharishi in Switzerland. The author readily agreed as the reclusive spiritual master almost never met the press and he was embarking on an ambitious program of mass meditation to try and purify vast areas of the United States. After a great deal of negotiation, the two finally got together on Christmas Eve and had a prolonged, stirring conversation which is documented here. In addition, the Maharishi was joined by the late world-class magician Doug Henning. Put together with a chronological, historical narration by Giuliano, here is your chance to go one-on-one with one of the greatest spiritual minds of our time. Maharishi Mahesh Yogi was an Indian yoga guru,[3] known for developing and popularizing Transcendental Meditation (TM), and for being the leader and guru of a worldwide organization that has been characterized in multiple ways including as a new religious movement and as non-religious.

Neem Karoli Baba known to his followers as Maharaj-ji – was a great Hindu guru, mystic and devotee of Lord Hanuman. He is very well known outside India for being the spiritual master of a number of prominent Americans who traveled to India in the 1960s and 70s, including spiritual teachers Ram Dass, Bhagavan Das, and musicians Krishna Das and Jai Uttal. His ashrams are in Kainchi, Vrindavan, Rishikesh, Shimla, Neem Karoli village near Khimasepur in Farrukhabad, Bhumiadhar, Hanumangarhi, Delhi in India and in Taos, New Mexico. Maharaji was a lifelong adept of bhakti yoga, and encouraged service to others (seva) as the highest form of unconditional devotion to God. There can be no biography of him. Facts are few, stories many. He seems to have been known by different names in many parts of India, appearing and disappearing through the years. His non-Indian devotees of recent years knew him as Neem Karoli Baba, but mostly as “Maharajji” – a nickname so commonplace in India that one can often hear a tea vendor addressed thus. Just as he said, he was “nobody”. He gave no discourses; the briefest, simplest stories were his teachings.

The incarnations of Vishnu are a recurrent theme in Vedic history. Vishnu exists outside the material realm as the creator, and within every being as the Supersoul. He also enters this world as an avatar, ‘one who descends’, to restore balance whenever his presence is needed. “Whenever there is a decline of religion and a rise of irreligion, I incarnate myself. To protect the good, to destroy the wicked, and to re-establish religious principles, I appear in every age.” There are said to be more incarnations of Godhead than waves on the ocean. The avatars of Vishnu are of particular interest because He takes progressively more developed forms, from fish, tortoise and boar to half-animal, half-man, and finally human form. That God should incarnate as an animal, even a supernatural one, shows animals have an important role to play in God’s eyes. They are living expressions of the spirit and presence of God. Here are the subtle secret teachings of Neem Karoli Baba, the master of Ram Das, Krishna Das and so many more. These ancient yogic mysteries were taught only to Maharaji’s most advanced disciples and were thought to be all but lost these many years. Coming now from a nearly 50-year devotee of Karoli Baba here is a singular opportunity to enter into the true mystical presence of the divine incarnations of the absolute.

In the 1970s David Bowie, Cat Stevens, and Genesis were titans of the music industry, selling tens of millions of records and packing stadiums wherever they played. This is their story.
David Bowie was an English singer-songwriter and actor. A leading figure in the music industry, Bowie is regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. His career was marked by reinvention and visual presentation, and his music and stagecraft had a significant impact on pop.
Yusuf Islam commonly known by his stage names Cat Stevens is a British singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He returned to making secular music in 2006.
Genesis are an English rock band formed at Charterhouse School, Godalming, Surrey, in 1967.

First published in 1850, David Copperfield begins with avid the tragedy of David’s brother dying when David is just a boy. After this episode, he is sent by his step-father to work in London for a wine merchant. When conditions worsen he decides to run away and embarks on a journey by foot from London to Dover. On his arrival, he finds his eccentric aunt, Betsey Trotwood who becomes his new guardian. Being witness to the formation of David’s character is quite fascinating. David begins as a strong child whose only aspiration is a better life. On the way to his adulthood, David sees how people enter and leave his life. Romanticism takes its place in David’s life as he gets married to Dora Spenlow who is not long for this world. Will David ever find stability and happiness? And what of his wife? Dickens proves to be a master in creating an autobiographical work that is a captivating page-turner. 

First published in 1850, David Copperfield begins with avid the tragedy of David’s brother dying when David is just a boy. After this episode, he is sent by his step-father to work in London for a wine merchant. When conditions worsen he decides to run away and embarks on a journey by foot from London to Dover. On his arrival, he finds his eccentric aunt, Betsey Trotwood who becomes his new guardian. Being witness to the formation of David’s character is quite fascinating. David begins as a strong child whose only aspiration is a better life. On the way to his adulthood, David sees how people enter and leave his life. Romanticism takes its place in David’s life as he gets married to Dora Spenlow who is not long for this world. Will David ever find stability and happiness? And what of his wife? Dickens proves to be a master in creating an autobiographical work that is a captivating page-turner.

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content.

Assata Olugbala Shakur is a former member of the Black Liberation Army (BLA), who was convicted of being an accomplice in the first-degree murder of State Trooper Werner Foerster during a shootout on the New Jersey Turnpike in 1973. Shakur was also the target of the FBI’s COINTELPRO (counterintelligence program) directed against Black Power movement groups and activists. Also involved in the shootout were New Jersey State Troopers Werner Foerster and James Harper and BLA members Sundiata Acoli and Zayd Malik Shakur. Harper was wounded; Zayd was killed; Foerster was killed by Acoli. Between 1973 and 1977, Shakur was charged with murder, attempted murder, armed robbery, bank robbery, and kidnapping in relation to the shootout and six other incidents. She was acquitted on three of the charges and three were dismissed. In 1977, she was convicted of the murder of Foerster and of seven other felonies related to the shootout. While serving a life sentence for murder, she escaped from the Clinton Correctional Facility for Women in 1979. She surfaced in Cuba in 1984, where she was granted political asylum. Shakur has lived in Cuba since, despite US government efforts to have her returned. She is on the FBI Most Wanted Terrorists list, as Joanne Deborah Chesimard. This is her story.

The Bolivian Diary is a record of Che’s final campaign. He was dead 24 hours after his last entry. It consists of notes he intended to expand, but it was not to be. Since the Bolivian Diary fell into the hands of his captors, the CIA intended to use it as propaganda against Che in particular and Latin American guerrilla movements in general. But surprisingly, a member of the Bolivian government photocopied the diary and sent it to Cuba. Castro published it in several languages, thus pre-empting the CIA’s plans to doctor the text for its own purposes. It is refreshing to read Che in his own words since so much has been written about him by his detractors. On the one hand there is an intimacy to his diaries –because he wrote them for himself – which reveals the person rather than the public persona. But on the other, when he is writing about politics and revolutions, we encounter a driven man who was a committed socialist even in his sleep.

Published posthumously in 1919, this collection of diary entries presents a scathing picture of army life and is said to be one of the most vivid accounts of daily life in the trenches. It chronicles West’s increasing disillusion with war and his move toward pacifist and atheist beliefs. The final part consists of his powerful war poems, including God, How I Hate You, You Young Cheerful Men, and Night Patrol. West was killed by a sniper in 1917. In view of some of his poems, one wonders if death was not unwelcome

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

One of the mandates of icon audiobooks is to introduce, and in some cases re-introduce, people of all generations to the inspirational, classic spiritual literature of the ages. This original audiobook falls into that very select and important category. Here you will find ageless wisdom, timeless truisms, and unbounded inspiration. From the ancient Hindu text, the Bhagavad-Gita, to the voluminous intricate Vegas, the teachings of great modern saints like Meher Baba, Parmahansa Yogananda, Neem Karoli Baba, Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, and the popular Baba Ram Das – to the humble parables of Lord Jesus, the prophet Mohammad, as well as divine avatars such as Bhagavan Sri Krsna, Lord Ramachandra and the Buddha. Icon casts a wide net to include the greatest, most life changing insights of the ever expanding spiritual universe.‘Divine Secrets Of The Vedas’ was produced by lifelong monks of the Vedantic Order in the beautiful realm of the Varaj Mandala, Vrndavana, in rural India, the sacred land of Sri Sri Radha Krsna.

Srimati Radharani’s connection to Sri Krishna is of two types: svakiya-rasa (married relationship) and parakiya-rasa (a relationship signified with eternal mental “love”). The Gaudiya tradition focuses upon parakiya-rasa as the highest form of love, wherein Radha and Krishna share loving thoughts even through separation. Radha is the Goloka avatar of Lakshmi Devi and the only love of Krishna. Here is a treasury of divine, inspirational healing meditations on the eternal loving couple.

Krishna is an historical person who appeared on this earth in India 5,000 years ago. He stayed on this earth for 125 years and played exactly like a human being, but His activities were unparalleled. Sri Krishna is the Supreme Personality of Godhead.Because He conforms in exact detail to descriptions of the Supreme Being, the Godhead. In other words, Krishna is the Godhead because He is all-attractive. Outside the principle of all-attraction, there is no meaning to the word Godhead. How is it one can be all-attractive? First of all, if one is very wealthy, if he has great riches, he becomes attractive to the people in general. Similarly, if someone is very powerful, he also becomes attractive, and if someone is very famous, he also becomes attractive, and if someone is very beautiful or wise or unattached to all kinds of possessions, he also becomes attractive. So from practical experience we can observe that one is attractive due to 1) wealth, 2) power, 3) fame, 4) beauty, 5) wisdom, and 6) renunciation. One who is in possession of all six of these opulences at the same time, who possesses them to an unlimited degree, is understood to be the Supreme Personality of Godhead. These opulences of the Godhead are delineated by Parasara Muni, a great Vedic authority.

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu is an incarnation of Krishna who appeared in Nadia, West Bengal, India in the 15th century A.D When Krishna spoke Bhagavad-gita on the battlefield of Kurukshetra around 3,000 B.C., He exhibited all the majesty of God Himself. His final instruction to Arjuna was that surrendering to Him is superior to all other religious duties. Fast-forward to the late fifteenth century West Bengal, India.Chaitanya Mahaprabhu then appeared, as predicted in the Bhagavad-gita: “Whenever and wherever there is a decline in religiosity, and a preeminent rise in irreligion, at that time I descend Myself.” In His youth, Chaitanya was known as Nimai Pandit. He gained fame as a preeminent scholar of the Vedas, able to defeat by logic any philosophical opposition. The next phase of His mission was to popularize the chanting of the Hare Krishna mantra. Chaitanya is the Supreme Personality of Godhead Himself, appearing as His own devotee, teaching how to best practice devotional yoga by His own example.

Charles Dickens the author of Dombey and Son, originally wrote the book in installments which were published from October 1846 to April 1848 under the title Dealings with the Firm of Dombey and Son: Wholesale, Retail and for Exportation. The story centers around Paul Dombey, the stern owner of the Firm. He is totally immersed in having his newly born son continue the business, and entirely neglects his daughter Florence. Tragedy occurs, and Florence’s plight worsens. As the years go by, Mr. Dombey sees to it that the man she loves, his employee, is sent far away. Mr Dombey remarries, but his marriage is eventually destroyed, his fortune gone, he becomes destitute. Finally he accepts help from his daughter, and life changes for him. Many wonderful characters interweave the tale, as in all Dickens literary masterpieces.

Don Juan in Hell is an excerpt (Act 3, Scene 2) from George Bernard Shaw’s Man and Superman. It is often performed as a stand-alone play. In it, three characters from Mozart’s Don Giovanni (Don Juan, Dona Ana, and the statue of the Commendatore, Dona Ana’s father) meet in Hell and, joined by the Devil, have a philosophical debate on a variety of subjects, including Heaven and Hell, men, women and marriage. In the end, they all decide where they will spend eternity.

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra was born 29 September 1547 was a Spanish writer widely regarded as the greatest writer in the Spanish language and one of the world’s pre-eminent novelists. He is best known for his novel Don Quixote, a work often cited as both the first modern novel and one of the pinnacles of world literature. Much of his life was spent in poverty and obscurity, many of its details are disputed or unknown, and the bulk of his surviving work was produced in the three years preceding his death. Despite this, his influence and literary contribution are reflected by the fact that Spanish is often referred to as “the language of Cervantes”.An incident in the story of Don Quixote (1870), by English painter Robert Hillingford, depicts a scene from Cervantes’ magnum opus. In 1569, Cervantes was forced to leave Spain and moved to Rome, where he worked in the household of a cardinal. In 1570, he enlisted in a Spanish Navy infantry regiment and was badly wounded at the Battle of Lepanto in October 1571. He served as a soldier until 1575, when he was captured by Barbary pirates; after five years in captivity, he was ransomed and returned to Madrid. His first significant novel, titled La Galatea, was published in 1585, but he continued to work as a purchasing agent, then later a government tax collector.

Don Quixote is a Spanish novel by Miguel de Cervantes. It was originally published in two parts, in 1605 and 1615. A founding work of Western literature, it is often labeled as the first modern novel and is considered one of the greatest works ever written Don Quixote also holds the distinction of being one of the most-translated books in the world.

The plot revolves around the adventures of a noble from La Mancha named Alonso Quixano, who reads so many chivalric romances that he loses his mind and decides to become a knight-errant (caballero andante) to revive chivalry and serve his nation, under the name Don Quixote de la Mancha. He recruits a simple farmer, Sancho Panza, as his squire, who often employs a unique, earthy wit in dealing with Don Quixote’s rhetorical monologues on knighthood, already considered old-fashioned at the time. Don Quixote, in the first part of the book, does not see the world for what it is and prefers to imagine that he is living out a knightly story.

Geoffrey Giuliano was Paul McCartney’s first biographer in the classic book, ‘Blackbird’ having unique access to both the former Beatle himself, his charming wife Linda and family – including brother Mike McCartney, sister Ruth and step mom Angie among many others close to the legend. In this unique, one-of-a-kind audio archive of interviews and thoughts about the unbelievably talented, driven, inventive star, actor author narrator Geoffrey Giuliano creates an indelible portrait of the greatest musical legend of our time. An absolute audiobook must have for any committed Beatle fan, popular music historian, casual listener, curious commuter and all school and university systems. Ladies and gentlemen at last – the real Paul McCartney.

Meher Baba, born Merwan Sheriar Iran on February 25, 1894 was a beloved Indian spiritual master who said he was the Avatar or God in human form. When he was nineteen he contacted five spiritual teachers before beginning his own mission and gathering his own disciples in early 1922, at the age of twenty seven. From July 1925 to the end of his life Baba maintained silence, communicating by means of an alphabet board or by unique hand gestures. In 1931, Meher Baba made the first of many visits to the West, where he attracted many dedicated followers. Meher Baba continued what he called his “Universal Work”, which included fasting and seclusion, until his death on January 31,1969. His samadhi in Meherabad, India, has become a place of international pilgrimage.

“There is a reason why all things are as they are.” Dracula author Bram Stoker was born on November 8, 1847 in Dublin. Stoker was bedridden with an unknown illness until he started school at the age of seven when he made a complete recovery. Of this time, Stoker wrote, “I was naturally thoughtful, and the leisure of long illness gave opportunity for many thoughts which were fruitful according to their kind in later years.” He was educated in a private school run by the Reverend William Woods. Stoker visited the English coastal town of Whitby in 1890, and that visit was said to be part of the inspiration for Dracula. He began writing novels while working as the manager for London’s Lyceum Theatre, beginning with The Snake’s Pass in 1890 and Dracula in 1897. Stoker was part of the literary staff of The Daily Telegraph in London, and he wrote other fiction, including the horror novels The Lady of the Shroud (1909) and The Lair of the White Worm (1911). Dracula is an epistolary novel, written as a collection of realistic but completely fictional diary entries, telegrams, letters, ship’s logs, and newspaper clippings, all of which added a level of detailed realism to the story, a skill which Stoker had developed as a newspaper writer. At the time of its publication, Dracula was considered a “straightforward horror novel” based on imaginary creations of supernatural life. “It gave form to a universal fantasy and became a part of popular culture.

Dracula, a Gothic novel by Bram Stoker, published in 1897, is derived from old vampire legends and is the basis for an entire genre of literature and film. Dracula, the archetypal vampire, is depicted in the novel as having been the origin of the many werewolf legends. The willowy count is believed to have been inspired by the 15th-century Vlad the Impaler, and by Sir Henry Irving, an actor for whom Stoker was a personal assistant. One of Dracula’s most iconic powers is his ability to turn others into vampires by biting them and thus infecting them with the vampiric disease. Stoker’s novel takes the form of an epistolary tale, in which Count Dracula’s characteristics, powers are narrated by multiple narrators. Count Dracula is an undead, centuries-old vampire, and Transylvanian nobleman descended from Attila the Hun. He inhabits a decaying castle in the Carpathian Mountains near the Borgo Pass. Dracula is devilishly handsome and charismatic, with a veneer of dark aristocratic charm. Likewise, he possesses supernatural abilities gained through his intimate dealings with the Devil. Dracula does not cast a shadow or reflect in mirrors. He can defy gravity and possesses superhuman agility, able to climb vertical surfaces upside down. In the novel he also has great hypnotic, telepathic and illusionary powers. This is the rare, long lost original 1897 manuscript – published here for the first time.

Presented by actor author, Geoffrey Giuliano Dracula is the now classic 1897 Gothic horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker. It introduced the fearsome Count Dracula, and established many conventions of subsequent vampire fantasies. The novel tells the story of Dracula’s attempt to move from Transylvania to England so that he may find new blood and spread the undead curse, and of the battle between Dracula and a small group of men and a woman led by Professor Abraham Van Helsing. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of classic literature here is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media.

The Dream of the Red Chamber (also known as The Story of the Stone) is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of China, and considered the greatest of them all. Almost 40 main characters and some 500 minor characters tell the fortunes of the Chia family; the book details mainly the life of Chia Pao-yü, the heir apparent, who is described as very intelligent, but also as carefree and self-indulging. The already wealthy Chia family rises to new heights when Pao-yü’s elder sister becomes an imperial consort. On her first visit home, a lush garden is built, where much of the rest of the story takes place. The intrigues surrounding Pao-yü and his cousins, especially Lin Tai-yü who he loves, and Hsüeh Pao-ch’ai who he is finally tricked into marrying, make up a large part of the story. The decline of the Chia family begins with the death of the imperial consort, and when they fall into disfavour with the emperor, their mansions and the garden are eventually destroyed. The whole book has 120 chapters, only 80 of which were written by Cao Xueqin before his death in 1764. Cheng Weiyuan and Gao E claimed to have access to Cao’s papers, and published what is now known as the Cheng-Gao version in 1791. Henry Bencraft Joly translated only part of the book written by Cao. Book I contains the first 24 chapters, Book II ends abruptly with chapter 56; a Book III was never published

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long lost writings.

Ram Krishna Das Vaishnaba, or Dude Dehari Baba, or Milk Baba was so named because he lived forty-five years entirely on one small cup of milk per day. No other food ever passed his lips. Baba lived in a small room by the Bagmati river at Pashiputinath temple, five kilometers outside of Katmandu. His beautiful matted hair, or jata, was over twenty-six feet long. Baba was a lifelong devotee of Lord Rama and God Brother and confidant of Neem Karoli Baba, the iconic guru of Baba Ram Das. Lord Rama, also known as Ramachandra, is the seventh avatar of Krishna, one of his most popular incarnations along with Parshurama, and Gautama Buddha. Rama was born to Kaushalya and Dasharatha in Ayodhya, the ruler of the Kingdom of Kosala. Dude Baba was always chanting the name of Rama and was a master musician and great singer of bhajans. In 1993 he met American devotee author Jagannatha Dasa and subsequently travelled to his farm community in Lockport, New York for a six-month residency at the SRI ashram there. While there Dasa arranged for Baba to begin a mammoth two week recording session with a host of popular Indian musicians in order to get his collected bhajans down on tape for posterity. Recorded too were several inspirational lectures. Here then is the fruit of a lifetime spent as an ardent servant of Lord Rama and liberating transcendental vibrations of a pure devotee.

Ram Krishna Das Vaishnaba, or Dude Dehari Baba, or Milk Baba was so named because he lived forty-five years entirely on one small cup of milk per day. No other food ever passed his lips. Baba lived in a small room by the Bagmati river at Pashiputinath temple, five kilometers outside of Katmandu. His beautiful matted hair, or jata, was over twenty-six feet long. Baba was a lifelong devotee of Lord Rama and God Brother and confidant of Neem Karoli Baba, the iconic guru of Baba Ram Das. Lord Rama, also known as Ramachandra, is the seventh avatar of Krishna, one of his most popular incarnations along with Parshurama, and Gautama Buddha. Rama was born to Kaushalya and Dasharatha in Ayodhya, the ruler of the Kingdom of Kosala. Dude Baba was always chanting the name of Rama and was a master musician and great singer of bhajans. In 1993 he met American devotee author Jagannatha Dasa and subsequently travelled to his farm community in Lockport, New York for a six-month residency at the SRI ashram there. While there Dasa arranged for Baba to begin a mammoth two week recording session with a host of popular Indian musicians in order to get his collected bhajans down on tape for posterity. Recorded too were several inspirational lectures. Here then is the fruit of a lifetime spent as an ardent servant of Lord Rama and liberating transcendental vibrations of a pure devotee.

“When you walk around a town like this, you know people were here before you, and they were probably on a much higher, grander level than any of us are.” (Bob Dylan, Rome, 2001) Bob Dylan’s near lifelong love affair with Rome started way back in 1963 when he first visited the iconic destination. He has been a regular visitor and devotee of the grand city ever since. In 1984, Dylan once again “went home” to Rome to play several sold-out shows and to breathe the air of this magnificent, historical place. Today, we are concerned with his now near historical concert and verbose press conference that took place there in July of 2001. Here is a Dylan we rarely see or hear, a Dylan clearly in love with his life, his work, and with the enchanting city in which he now sits.

A practical step by step manual on the very complex phenomenon of leaving one’s physical body on this plane to travel to others. Gives all the necessary theory and directions to enter the astral plane, function there, and return with full memory of events. A treasury of well guarded ancient Yogic secrets.

Poe’s stature as a major figure in world literature is based on his ingenious and profound poems, which established a highly influential rationale for the short form in poetry. Poe was also the principal forerunner of the “art for art’s sake” movement in 19th-century literature. He demonstrated a brilliant command of language and technique as well as an inspired and original imagination. Poe’s poetry greatly influenced the French Symbolists of the late 19th century, who in turn altered the direction of modern literature. Here, perhaps, is his most icon lauded work as interpreted by veteran actor Giuliano.

Esta vida material está basada simplemente en la lujuria; nosotros queremos disfrutar de este mundo, y amamos a este mundo material porque queremos gratificar nuestros sentidos. Esta lujuria es un reflejo pervertido de nuestro amor por Dios. En nuestra constitución original estamos hechos para amar a la Personalidad de Dios, pero debido a que nos hemos olvidado de Dios, amamos la materia. Por naturaleza la entidad viviente es perfecta, pero debido a la contaminación de esta lujuria, ella se vuelve viciosa; aquello que es parte y porción del oro también es oro, por lo tanto, cualquier cosa que sea parte o porción del todo perfecto también es perfecto. Igualmente por la invocación del sri Isopanisad- leemos que,” La personalidad de Dios es perfecta y completa, y debido a que Él es completamente perfecto, todo lo que emana de Él, tal como este mundo de fenómenos, está perfectamente equipado como un todo completo. Todo lo que se produce del todo completo también está completo en sí mismo. Debido a que Él es el todo completo, aunque tantas unidades completas que emanen de Él, Él permanece completo en lo remanente”. Debido a la contaminación de la materia, la perfecta entidad viviente cae, pero el proceso de la conciencia de Krishna hará que ella sea otra vez perfecta. A través de este proceso, ella puede volverse realmente feliz, y después de abandonar el cuerpo material, puede entrar en el reino donde la vida es eterna bienaventurada y plena de conocimiento. 

Che Guevara’s famous last diary, found in his backpack after he was captured by the Bolivian Army in 1967 played a pivotal role in catapulting him to iconic status after his death. In 1967 Guevara left Cuba to lead the Bolivian Liberation Army. In the jungles of Bolivia they attempted to initiate a revolution like that in Cuba, in which Che played such a central role. This fascinating diary describes the troubled guerrilla campaign until Che’s final entry on the 7th October 1967 – the day before his capture by the CIA-backed Bolivian Army and his execution. Ernesto Che Guevara was born in Argentina in 1928. After fighting alongside Fidel Castro in the three-year guerrilla war in Cuba, he became the Minister for Industry following the victory of the Cuban revolution. In 1966 he established a guerrilla base in Bolivia. He was captured by the CIA and killed in 1967.

John Lennon‘s now we’ll known, maternal half-sister Julia Baird joined forces with famous author, Geoffrey Giuliano in the early 1980s to write a riveting book on her life and times on the famous Beatle. With a stirring, revealing introduction by close friend Paul McCartney it was an immediate, internationally best selling smash! The sometimes rocky relationship between Mrs. Baird and Mr. Giuliano however, makes for an exciting, behind the scenes inside story. Here are Giuliano‘s world exclusive, unheard, super rare, interviews with the reclusive younger sister of the Beatles founder and strongest member, John Lennon. An absolute must for all Beatles fans, pop historians, student of 60s culture, as well as all school and library systems.

Elizabeth Taylor was a beloved American icon who conquered first film and then the hearts of generations. First wowing moviegoers with her role in the film National Velvet as a child, she moved up the ladder of stardom ending at the very pinnacle, forever defining what a movie star should be. With a gripping narration by the author and rare, exclusive, unheard interviews with not only Taylor, but also her family, friends and colleagues. Before the work of Giuliano in the early 1990s, audiobooks were simply readings of popular best sellers. Geoffrey introduced original texts, as well as the actual voices of his biographical subjects. Such is the case with this superb tribute to Taylor.

Elizabeth Taylor was a beloved American icon who conquered first film and then the hearts of generations. First wowing moviegoers with her role in the film National Velvet as a child, she moved up the ladder of stardom ending at the very pinnacle, forever defining what a movie star should be. With a gripping narration by the author and rare, exclusive, unheard interviews with not only Taylor, but also her family, friends and colleagues. Before the work of Giuliano in the early 1990s, audiobooks were simply readings of popular best sellers. Geoffrey introduced original texts, as well as the actual voices of his biographical subjects. Such is the case with this superb tribute to Taylor.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of Elvis Presley. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the king of rock for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography! 

Enter into ageless philosophy of the great, silent spiritual master Avatar Meher Baba in this comprehensive compendium of this iconic teacher’s greatest thoughts and ideas. Sri Meher Baba is the popular spiritual master of the great Pete Townshend of the iconic rock band The Who, as well as the inspiration behind the composer’s greatest works. Written, produced, and narrated by Baba historian, author, and actor Geoffrey Giuliano. Here is a rare audio encounter that’s a must-have for everyone, perfect for all school or university collections.

Princess Diana almost single-handedly saved the British monarchy from demise with her manners and compassionate charitable work. When she was killed in a car crash in Paris on August 31, 1997 it became immediately clear just how much this shy, self-effacing, kindly woman really meant to the world and history. Featuring unheard interviews with Princess Diana, the British royal family and luminaries from every sphere of human endeavor. An entertaining, educational, one of a kind audio program. Narrated by the author.

The word yoga means union in Sanskrit. Many of the yoga traditions believe that the practices of yoga lead to union of a person with his or her true nature, or with God or the universe (however one wishes to conceptualize it). How this is interpreted and the means employed to get there differ in the various yoga traditions.

“Because the Bhagavad Gita (‘The Song Of God’) is spoken by the Supreme Personality of Godhead Bhagavan Sri Krishna, one need not read any other Vedic literature. One need only attentively and regularly hear and read Bhagavad Gita.” A.C. BHAKTIVEDANTA SWAMI PRABHUPADA “Those who have entered into a transcendental relationship with Krishna relish at every step the descriptions of the pastimes of the Lord.” Bhagavad Gita 10.18 The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita, is a 700-verse 5000 year old Vedic scripture in Sanskrit which is part of the epic Mahabharata. The Gita is set within a narrative framework of a dialogue between Pandava prince Arjuna and his spiritual guide and charioteer, Bhagavan Sri Krishna. Here is the profound inspirational spiritual audiobook of the year. A must have for all sincere devotees of Krishna, devotional yoga practitioners, students of eastern philosophy, dedicated Hindus and even curious commuters. Here too is a great classical work perfect for all school and university systems. 

Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles, circa 1969. In these incredible, over fifty year old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime audio experience.

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! A collection of some of Hans Christian Andersen’s works. He is a Danish author and poet most famous for his wonderful, inspirational fairy tales.

Well-known author, actor, and activist Geoffrey Giuliano’s first real job was playing the marvelous, magical burger king in a vaudeville-type traveling magic show in 1977. Culminating in an all-star show in support of the Special Olympics at the Kennedy compound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts, Giuliano became friends with the family and continues work on behalf of the charity. Working closely with Eunice and Sargent Schriver over the years, the talented Giuliano is also an advocate for animal rights who founded two longstanding charities with his late wife Vrnda Devi. Dasa Food for All was a successful food pantry run in association with the Food Bank of Western New York and also the Spirit of Saint Francis sanctuary, which rescued cows and other at-risk animals from slaughterhouses, giving them a pastoral, peaceful home for life. After leaving Burger King in 1979, Geoffrey went on to portray the murderous meat clown Ronald McDonald, performing live and appearing in the infamous television commercials so many remember. Along the way, however, he had a change of heart and saw the suffering, cruelty, and violence against these innocent animals – and to the children who were encouraged by sophisticated promotional campaigns to eat the unhealthy food. After leaving McDonald’s after two years (and successfully suing the firm in Toronto) Giuliano participated in the infamous McLibel campaign (which also became a major motion picture in which he costarred). Now, some 30 years later, at 65, Geoffrey Giuliano is still traveling extensively preaching, teaching, and talking about the needless violence perpetuated in the name of fast food to millions of factory farm animals, who are not only contributing to the destruction of the delicate ecosystem, but also putting kids at risk for conditions like diabetes, heart attack, and even stroke from what is the worst kind of salt and sugar-laden junk food.

Continuing the almost fairytale saga of the unlikely life of Frank Sinatra, in part two, Frank discusses his alleged ties with the mafia, his wild, international concert tours, and his private time at home with his wife Barbara, children, and grandchildren. It is an intimate look at the man behind the legend such as you will not find. Featuring rare interviews and commentary. Recommended for all library collections. Narrated by the author.

As the original American culture pop hero, Frank Sinatra remains an important and singular artist. He took the art of balladry and made it his own, carving out deep meaning in the soulful, mellow lyrics of many of the 20th century’s greatest composers. Here Frank candidly discusses his meager youth in New Jersey and his early uneven stabs at stardom. Not only a great singer, but also a wildly entertaining and amusing man, Sinatra hits you with both barrels in this intimate, all-star tribute to the voice of our time. Narrated by the author.

Modern Prometheus in 1818, which is considered an early example of science fiction. She also edited and promoted the works of her husband, the Romantic poet, and philosopher Percy Bysshe Shelley. Her father was the political philosopher William Godwin and her mother the philosopher and feminist activist Mary Wollstonecraft. Shelley’s mother died less than a month after giving birth to her. She was raised by her father, who provided her with a rich if informal education, encouraging her to adhere to his own anarchist political theories. When she was four, her father married a neighbor, Mary Jane Clairmont, with whom Shelley came to have a troubled relationship. In 1814, Shelley began a romance with one of her father’s political followers, Percy Bysshe Shelley, who was already married. Together with her stepsister, Claire Clairmont, she and Percy left for France and traveled through Europe. Upon their return to England, Shelley was pregnant with Percy’s child. Over the next two years, she and Percy faced ostracism, constant debt, and the death of their prematurely born daughter. They married in late 1816, after the suicide of Percy Shelley’s first wife, Harriet. In 1816, the couple and her stepsister famously spent a summer with Lord Byron and John William Polidori near Geneva, Switzerland, where Shelley conceived the idea for her novel Frankenstein. The Shelleys left Britain in 1818 for Italy, where their second and third children died before Shelley gave birth to her last and only surviving child, Percy Florence Shelley. In 1822, her husband drowned when his sailing boat sank during a storm near Viareggio. A year later, Shelley returned to England and from then on devoted herself to the upbringing of her son and a career as a professional author.

Mary Shelley was an English novelist who wrote the Gothic novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus in 1818, which is considered an early example of science fiction. She also edited and promoted the works of her husband, the Romantic poet, and philosopher Percy Bysshe Shelley. Her father was the political philosopher William Godwin and her mother the philosopher and feminist activist Mary Wollstonecraft. Shelley’s mother died less than a month after giving birth to her. She was raised by her father, who provided her with a rich if informal education, encouraging her to adhere to his own anarchist political theories. When she was four, her father married a neighbor, Mary Jane Clairmont, with whom Shelley came to have a troubled relationship. In 1814, Shelley began a romance with one of her father’s political followers, Percy Bysshe Shelley, who was already married. Together with her stepsister, Claire Clairmont, she and Percy left for France and traveled through Europe. Upon their return to England, Shelley was pregnant with Percy’s child. Over the next two years, she and Percy faced ostracism, constant debt, and the death of their prematurely born daughter. They married in late 1816, after the suicide of Percy Shelley’s first wife, Harriet. In 1816, the couple and her stepsister famously spent a summer with Lord Byron and John William Polidori near Geneva, Switzerland, where Shelley conceived the idea for her novel Frankenstein. The Shelleys left Britain in 1818 for Italy, where their second and third children died before Shelley gave birth to her last and only surviving child, Percy Florence Shelley. In 1822, her husband drowned when his sailing boat sank during a storm near Viareggio. A year later, Shelley returned to England and from then on devoted herself to the upbringing of her son and a career as a professional author.

Mary Shelley was an English novelist who wrote the Gothic novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus in 1818, which is considered an early example of science fiction. She also edited and promoted the works of her husband, the Romantic poet, and philosopher Percy Bysshe Shelley. Her father was the political philosopher William Godwin and her mother the philosopher and feminist activist Mary Wollstonecraft. Shelley’s mother died less than a month after giving birth to her. She was raised by her father, who provided her with a rich if informal education, encouraging her to adhere to his own anarchist political theories. When she was four, her father married a neighbor, Mary Jane Clairmont, with whom Shelley came to have a troubled relationship. In 1814, Shelley began a romance with one of her father’s political followers, Percy Bysshe Shelley, who was already married. Together with her stepsister, Claire Clairmont, she and Percy left for France and traveled through Europe. Upon their return to England, Shelley was pregnant with Percy’s child. Over the next two years, she and Percy faced ostracism, constant debt, and the death of their prematurely born daughter. They married in late 1816, after the suicide of Percy Shelley’s first wife, Harriet. In 1816, the couple and her stepsister famously spent a summer with Lord Byron and John William Polidori near Geneva, Switzerland, where Shelley conceived the idea for her novel Frankenstein. The Shelleys left Britain in 1818 for Italy, where their second and third children died before Shelley gave birth to her last and only surviving child, Percy Florence Shelley. In 1822, her husband drowned when his sailing boat sank during a storm near Viareggio. A year later, Shelley returned to England and from then on devoted herself to the upbringing of her son and a career as a professional author.

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher and reformer, Angela Davis, using informed commentary, but most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis. Prison reform, civil rights, racial equality.

“There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance.” “I believe in everything until it’s disproved. So I believe in fairies, the myths, dragons. It all exists, even if it’s in your mind. Who’s to say that dreams and nightmares aren’t as real as the here and now?” John Lennon Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano, comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles. In these incredible, now over 50 year old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime audio experience.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of Elvis Presley. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the king of rock for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography! Geoffrey Giuliano is the author of 32 biographies on the Beatles and other iconic rock groups of the 1960s. He is also a screenwriter, the voice on more than 500 popular audiobooks, and an actor in 25 films.

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Angela McCartney was born in Liverpool, as you might expect, in November of 1929. She married her first husband in 1956 and her daughter, Ruth, was born in 1960. Angie was widowed in 1962 after her husband was in a tragic car accident. Two years later she became acquainted with a lonely widower by the name of Jim McCartney. Jim was a retired cotton salesman and one time local band leader who also shared the distinction of being the father of Paul McCartney The couple were married in 1964 with Jim adopting Angie’s little girl. Together with Jim until his death in 1976, Angie and Ruth were witness to pretty much all of the exciting, turbulent Beatles years. Along the way both ladies formed deep relationships with not only Paul, but also his brother Mike McGear, all of the Beatles and their wives, as well as a host of other prominent people of the day. To enter into a family as close knit and headstrong as the McCartney clan, however, was often tough going – not withstanding the ever present pressure as the family of Beatle Paul and the madness which swirled around those lucky, or perhaps more appropriately, fated to be part of his exclusive inner circle. Angie not only looked after Ruth and Jim, but also helped out at the Beatles office, event planning and later, in 1976, starting the fan club for Paul’s second incarnation pop group, Wings. For Ruth, being the kid sister of the sexy Paul was first a thrill and later a challenge. At school she was teased and sometimes even bullied because of her famous family.

Angela McCartney was born in Liverpool, as you might expect, in November of 1929. She married her first husband in 1956 and her daughter, Ruth, was born in 1960. Angie was widowed in 1962 after her husband was in a tragic car accident. Two years later she became acquainted with a lonely widower by the name of Jim McCartney. Jim was a retired cotton salesman and one time local band leader who also shared the distinction of being the father of Paul McCartney The couple were married in 1964 with Jim adopting Angie’s little girl. Together with Jim until his death in 1976, Angie and Ruth were witness to pretty much all of the exciting, turbulent Beatles years. Along the way both ladies formed deep relationships with not only Paul, but also his brother Mike McGear, all of the Beatles and their wives, as well as a host of other prominent people of the day. To enter into a family as close knit and headstrong as the McCartney clan, however, was often tough going – not withstanding the ever present pressure as the family of Beatle Paul and the madness which swirled around those lucky, or perhaps more appropriately, fated to be part of his exclusive inner circle. Angie not only looked after Ruth and Jim, but also helped out at the Beatles office, event planning and later, in 1976, starting the fan club for Paul’s second incarnation pop group, Wings. For Ruth, being the kid sister of the sexy Paul was first a thrill and later a challenge. At school she was teased and sometimes even bullied because of her famous family.

Angela McCartney was born in Liverpool, as you might expect, in November of 1929. She married her first husband in 1956 and her daughter, Ruth, was born in 1960. Angie was widowed in 1962 after her husband was in a tragic car accident. Two years later she became acquainted with a lonely widower by the name of Jim McCartney. Jim was a retired cotton salesman and one time local band leader who also shared the distinction of being the father of Paul McCartney The couple were married in 1964 with Jim adopting Angie’s little girl. Together with Jim until his death in 1976, Angie and Ruth were witness to pretty much all of the exciting, turbulent Beatles years. Along the way both ladies formed deep relationships with not only Paul, but also his brother Mike McGear, all of the Beatles and their wives, as well as a host of other prominent people of the day. To enter into a family as close knit and headstrong as the McCartney clan, however, was often tough going – not withstanding the ever present pressure as the family of Beatle Paul and the madness which swirled around those lucky, or perhaps more appropriately, fated to be part of his exclusive inner circle. Angie not only looked after Ruth and Jim, but also helped out at the Beatles office, event planning and later, in 1976, starting the fan club for Paul’s second incarnation pop group, Wings. For Ruth, being the kid sister of the sexy Paul was first a thrill and later a challenge. At school she was teased and sometimes even bullied because of her famous family. Following Jim McCartney‘s death from complications of arthritis in the late ’70s, Ruth and Angie’s relationship with Paul soured and they were soon on their own. The two moved to London in search of a new life but nothing much happened and they drifted through a succession of gigs in Australia and Nashville.

Jack Bruce, the late great bassist, singer, composer, and performer extraordinaire was a close friend of author-historian, Geoffrey Giuliano, as evidenced by the exclusive interview featured in this unique audiobook. Conducted in the elegant bar of the Savoy Hotel, London in the early ’90s, the former frontman of the seminal supergroup Cream holds forth on a variety of issues close to his heart, including his often stormy relationships with fellow band members Eric Clapton and Ginger Baker. I believe the libation in question that afternoon was champagne cocktails, of which many were gleefully enjoyed over the course of this unlikely audio encounter. In the delightful company of Mrs. Bruce and Mrs. Giuliano, the long, lazy afternoon was punctuated by some of Jack’s most intimate, eye-opening memories and observations. You know the music, you know the history, now join the man himself for a drink and a chat. A truly once-in-a-lifetime Icon Audio original.

KI Longfellow Stanshall is the brilliant, and yes, controversial, author of several internationally best selling books. She is also a prolific play-write, screenwriter, theatrical producer, soldier for women’s rights, world traveler, and oh by the way, the second wife of the late Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band’s iconic, singer, composer and frontman, Vivian Stanshall. In this one of a kind, audio encounter between Ms Longfellow and actor, author and music historian, Geoffrey Giuliano, the listener is afforded the rare opportunity to go deep inside the head and the heart of one of the most important and forceful female voices of our time on the subjects of art, culture, her turbulent life and times, and oh by the way, her amazing, almost otherworldly relationship with the great poet laureate of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and beyond, renaissance man, Vivian Stanshall.

KI Longfellow Stanshall is the brilliant, and yes, controversial, author of several internationally best selling books. She is also a prolific play-write, screenwriter, theatrical producer, soldier for women’s rights, world traveler, and oh by the way, the second wife of the late Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band’s iconic, singer, composer and frontman, Vivian Stanshall. In this one of a kind, audio encounter between Ms Longfellow and actor, author and music historian, Geoffrey Giuliano, the listener is afforded the rare opportunity to go deep inside the head and the heart of one of the most important and forceful female voices of our time on the subjects of art, culture, her turbulent life and times, and oh by the way, her amazing, almost otherworldly relationship with the great poet laureate of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and beyond, renaissance man, Vivian Stanshall.

KI Longfellow Stanshall is the brilliant, and yes, controversial, author of several internationally best selling books. She is also a prolific play-write, screenwriter, theatrical producer, soldier for women’s rights, world traveler, and oh by the way, the second wife of the late Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band’s iconic, singer, composer and frontman, Vivian Stanshall. In this one of a kind, audio encounter between Ms Longfellow and actor, author and music historian, Geoffrey Giuliano, the listener is afforded the rare opportunity to go deep inside the head and the heart of one of the most important and forceful female voices of our time on the subjects of art, culture, her turbulent life and times, and oh by the way, her amazing, almost otherworldly relationship with the great poet laureate of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and beyond, renaissance man, Vivian Stanshall.

KI Longfellow Stanshall is the brilliant, and yes, controversial, author of several internationally best selling books. She is also a prolific play-write, screenwriter, theatrical producer, soldier for women’s rights, world traveler, and oh by the way, the second wife of the late Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band’s iconic, singer, composer and frontman, Vivian Stanshall. In this one of a kind, audio encounter between Ms Longfellow and actor, author and music historian, Geoffrey Giuliano, the listener is afforded the rare opportunity to go deep inside the head and the heart of one of the most important and forceful female voices of our time on the subjects of art, culture, her turbulent life and times, and oh by the way, her amazing, almost otherworldly relationship with the great poet laureate of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and beyond, renaissance man, Vivian Stanshall.

KI Longfellow Stanshall is the brilliant, and yes, controversial, author of several internationally best selling books. She is also a prolific play-write, screenwriter, theatrical producer, soldier for women’s rights, world traveler, and oh by the way, the second wife of the late Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band’s iconic, singer, composer and frontman, Vivian Stanshall. In this one of a kind, audio encounter between Ms Longfellow and actor, author and music historian, Geoffrey Giuliano, the listener is afforded the rare opportunity to go deep inside the head and the heart of one of the most important and forceful female voices of our time on the subjects of art, culture, her turbulent life and times, and oh by the way, her amazing, almost otherworldly relationship with the great poet laureate of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and beyond, renaissance man, Vivian Stanshall.

Icon Audio Books proudly presents a long-lost, in-depth, up close and personal, intimate interview with Jimi Hendrix’s talented and generous brother, Leon Hendrix. Author, actor, and historian Geoffrey Giuliano was close with Jimi’s family for more than two decades, and this comes shining through in the course of this exciting, revealing, once in a lifetime, deep inner view on Jimi and Leon’s ultra-close relationship, the family’s turbulent early years, Jimi’s meteoric rise to international superstardom, and his tragic, mysterious death at just 27. A must for all Jimi, pop music, and 1960s fan.

In this dynamic new audiobook, famed musician, composer, author, and cofounder of the Bonzo Dog Doo Dad Band Neil Innes is the subject with an in-depth biographical study along with a lively, intimate interview with the musical Monty Python, conducted in 1983 by the author. A once-in-a-lifetime audio original on this remarkably talented media everyman. Here is an audiobook for not only dedicated pop fans, 1960s historians, Bonzo and Python followers, but also all university and school systems. 

Volume 1: Angie’s early life. A piano teacher at 14. The death of Ruth’s dad. Meeting Jim McCartney’s father. Secrets of the extended McCartney family. Angie and Ruth move into Rembrandt on November 17, 1964. Paul drives from London to meet his new family. First impressions of Beatle Paul. The 28 year age difference between Jim and Angie. Ruth spends time with her new big brother. Macca is a very careful driver. The wedding Ruth did not attend. The press camps out in the garden. Jim did not own his own home – Paul did. Weird Beatles fan mail. Working with good old Freda Kelly. The mad fan who mailed herself from Texas. Meeting Mike McCartney. A rough start between Angie and Mike. McGear’s first marriage. On Jane Asher. Ruth’s school days. Meeting the Beatles Xmas 1964. On Alma Cogan. Paul hangs out with Ruth. On Peter and Gordon. Jane Asher’s father kills himself. Jim McCartney – crossword king of Liverpool. Mrs. Asher taught music. What does Geoffrey think of Angie’s and Ruth? January 1965. A trip to meet the Beatles in the Bahamas.

Volume 2: Ruth and Angie on Twiggy and Apple Records director Ron Kass. The advent of Mary Hopkin. Sleeping with Rod Stewart. Secrets of Paul’s bedroom at his dad’s home in Liverpool. Mike McCartney’s famous overnight guests. Dusty Springfield and Madeline Bell implode 1967. Macca seldom drank. The phycology of the McCartney Clan. Paul’s songwriting habits. Secrets of She’s Leaving Home, Hey Jude, Norwegian Wood, Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds, When I’m 64. Paul to marry Cynthia Lennon? On Drake’s Drum Jim McCartney’s very successful race horse. Jim was a careful gambler. Linda redecorates Rembrandt with disastrous results. Termites in Beatle Paul’s bed! A sexual McCartneys? Angie likes Linda. Angie’s does not like Paul. Ruth breaks down in a very emotional plea to her brother. The ghosts of John Lennon and Jimmy Mac. Who is the real Paul McCartney. The role of Linda in Paul’s life. Paul is often a moral coward. Ruth becomes a pop star in Russia. Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children

Volume 3: How Russia regards the ladies relationship with Paul. Ruth’s impressions of the press. Touring Russia. Pop diva Ruth has her own billboard in Russia. Ruth in space! Bathing in snow in the arctic circle. Beatle Paul is arrested for farming pot in Scotland. Jim goes mad. Macca advocates the legalization of weed in the Times. Dealing with their relationship with Paul. McCartney’s Swedish drug bust. On the death of George’s mum Louise. The McCartneys are moral cowards. Ruth rides horses with Heather McCartney. Heather go to the bathroom! Ruth opines on Paul’s music – not a fan. Paul will not did deep into his emotions thus his music suffers. “Trite pop crap! “ Jim’s profound disappointment in Paul. Angie’s no Beatles fan. John was the backbone of the Beatles. Paul and Prince? Paul was not really close to his dad. Paul bought the Robbins a shop. Mr. McCartney was on a meager monthly budget from Paul. Paul paid just half of Aunty Milly’s nursing home bill. Ruth and Julian Lennon. Jamming with Keith Moon, Rod Stewart, Cat Stevens, Ryan O’Neil, Mark Bolan and Elton John in London. Mike McGear would cover for Paul even if he murdered someone. Paul is not dead – but he did crash his motorbike. On Tara Brown and his wife (she did not recall her own child’s name!). On Mick Jagger circa 1967. Paul does not challenge himself. Linda did not feed her family properly so Jim and co used to sneak food at night. Paul forgets Jim’s birthday. The star studded funeral of Brian Epstein. LuLu loses her pants. The Beatles loved Brian. Ruth’s real dad – not whom you think! Paul roughs up an old man at Lime Street Station. Linda is abusive to old Jim. Paul kicks the dog! A reporter cons his way into the house. Paul’s a fairly decent carpenter. The day John Lennon died – Yoko is a flake. Paul orders Angie around. Paul was controlling. Contains adult language and mature themes.

Volume 4: Ruth was a well endowed young woman. Paul’s alleged improper sexual remarks and behavior towards as Ruth as a teen. Ruth feels Paul may have sabotaged her career. Mike McGear gets behind Jim’s attempted ousting of Angie and Ruth. Mr. McCartney attempts to buy Angie off. Angie is sent to her room. Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children.

Volume 5: Candid thoughts on Paul’s Liverpool family – it ain’t pretty! Ruth cannot ever upstage Heather. Paul lashes out at Angie “Don’t forget I put every crumb of food in your mouth.” Paul would have not have been much in life were there no Beatles. Brian Epstein made the Beatles. Angie’s final plea to Paul. Angie sold Paul’s birth certificate. Macca is a musical hypocrite. Paul is unbalanced. The last time Ruth ever spoke to Paul – also not pretty! Macca suggests Ruth find a rich Arab. “You can’t put the phone down on me I’m Paul McCartney.” Ruth slams down the phone. Veggie Paul oppresses his roadies in Germany. Macca crew is locked in the gig so they would not go outside and buy meat. Ruth and Angie manage a traveling Elvis museum and hustle photos with Santa. A steaming long term affair with David Cassidy. Ruth is invited to try and sleep her way to the top. She declines. The girls relationship with Dudley Moore. Ruth falls in love. Ruth is a hit in Russia. Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children.

Volume 6: Jim buys Angie a mink coat, Paul does not approve. Linda did not appreciate pretty ladies working around Paul. Jim warns Angie not to criticize Paul and Linda. The ladies sleep rough on the floorboards. Jim McCartney’s health declines. Jealousy in the McCartney clan. Leaving Rembrandt for a much smaller bungalow. Jim’s last days. Cynthia Lennon pays her respects. Paul, Linda and the kids say goodbye. Paul hugs Angie and tells her, “you’ll never want for anything.” Angie and Ruth break down. Jim repeatedly saw the Grim Reaper at the window. Paul wanted to be the first one to know when Jim died. Poppy’s stopped! Paul and Linda did not attend Jim’s funereal. Jim’s clothes are pretty much looted by the Liverpool family only hours after his death. The relatives begin to give Angie the cold shoulder. George and Ringo were very kind to the girls. Bad vibes from Paul McCartney and Wings. Dressing room drama. Paul advises Jim to get rid of Angie. Weird times on Paul’s Scottish farm. Old Jim had to sleep on a mattress in the cold stone floor. Ruth had to use a horse blanket. Flies in the milk. Little Mary is given a toke on a joint. Paul’s kids draw on the new furniture. Contains adult language and mature themes.

Volume 7: December 3, 1972 – The ladies collide professionally with Gary Glitter. The brief emergence of Ruth McCartney and talent! A reprehensible villain enters their lives. Managing Garry Glitter. Prince Charles and Paul McCartney. The explosive end of the ladies relationship with Beatle Paul. Angie loses her home. Angie calls Geoffrey an asshole and means it! Gary Glitter takes the ladies for a ride. Glitter goes bankrupt and the ladies stash his memorabilia in their garage. The ladies are homeless, broke and forced to sell their Beatles memorabilia. Paul is not amused. Angie applies for the dole and is asked why Paul won’t help. Sleeping on their luggage in a cold water flat. The ladies look bravely to the future.

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Here, Silky Stanshall the highly intelligent daughter of the great British musical and literary artist Vivian Stanshall remembers life with her unarguably charmingly eccentric father and the turbulent, yet touching times they had together. A must for all Bonzo Dog Band fans and followers of the great cultural legacy of the late great Vivian Stanshall

The king of the trouser press is back! In this lively audio biography and extended interview with the Bonzo Dog Band’s eccentric mechanical robot master, musician, and lyricist, we gain great insight into the upside-down inner workings of rock’s most peculiar and innovative group. An encounter with the great swirling powerhouse that is Roger Ruskin Spear is one like no other. You have to hear it to believe it – if you could see it, you might, perchance, lower your gaze, as here is one of the brightest suns in this one-of-a-kind pop-rock humor genre that he and his Bonzo Dog mates virtually created from scratch. If you love English humor, Monty Python, or Bonzo Dog, this is the audiobook for you! “Great fun all around.” (The London Times).

The king of the trouser press is back! In this lively audio biography and extended interview with the Bonzo Dog Band’s eccentric mechanical robot master, musician, and lyricist, we gain great insight into the upside-down inner workings of rock’s most peculiar and innovative group. An encounter with the great swirling powerhouse that is Roger Ruskin Spear is one like no other. You have to hear it to believe it – if you could see it, you might, perchance, lower your gaze, as here is one of the brightest suns in this one-of-a-kind pop-rock humor genre that he and his Bonzo Dog mates virtually created from scratch. If you love English humor, Monty Python, or Bonzo Dog, this is the audiobook for you! “Great fun all around.” (The London Times)

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. Joined here by his near lifelong musical partner in Cream, bassist, singer, songwriter Jack Bruce, this is the audiobook for everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century. Here is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. Contains adult language and mature themes.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children.

The archetypal, inveterate gypsy muso, Denny Laine – founder of the Moody Blues and wing commander of Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles pop incarnation band – is back with an all new, in-depth, soul searching interview with author and historian Geoffrey Giuliano. Laine rarely sits down for interviews, as his colorful past is often a touchy subject for the intensely private musician. Giuliano, however, got the scoop, artfully encouraging Denny to go much further and deeper than he has ever gone in any interview. Denny Laine and Geoffrey Giuliano wrote a book together on Paul McCartney in the 1990s. Giuliano was Laine’s personal manager around this time. A once in a lifetime audio adventure.

What popular musician and composer has given more to the world than the late great George Harrison? Not only was he foundational to the Beatles greatest music, but he was also an inspired solo performer, philosopher, advocate of Indian religion, Hare Krishna and arguably, the grandfather of world music. People everywhere could sense the basic honesty, decency and true compassion of this amazing artist and man. Ask almost anyone whom their favorite Beatle is and they will tell you -more often than not – George Harrison. In this riveting, one of a kind audiobook revelation by popular actor author narrator Geoffrey Giuliano you will find the man behind the music, and further understand the music behind the man. While George Harrison left us far too soon his work will live forever. This is the perfect audiobook for every serious fan, popular music historian, Krishna devotee and all inspired school and university systems. Hare Krishna George, we all still miss you deeply to this very day!

What popular musician and composer has given more to the world than the late great George Harrison? Not only was he foundational to the Beatles greatest music, but he was also an inspired solo performer, philosopher, advocate of Indian religion, Hare Krishna and arguably, the grandfather of world music. People everywhere could sense the basic honesty, decency and true compassion of this amazing artist and man. Ask almost anyone whom their favorite Beatle is and they will tell you -more often than not – George Harrison. In this riveting, one of a kind audiobook revelation by popular actor author narrator Geoffrey Giuliano you will find the man behind the music, and further understand the music behind the man. While George Harrison left us far too soon his work will live forever. This is the perfect audiobook for every serious fan, popular music historian, Krishna devotee and all inspired school and university systems. Hare Krishna George, we all still miss you deeply to this very day!

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media.

Ginger Baker is, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Western New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media. 

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce.

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce.

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce.

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce.

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce.

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce.

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce

Ginger Baker is without question one of the foremost drummers of his generation having founded Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, Geoffrey Giuliano received an unsolicited call from Mr. Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two men. While the book has yet to be published, here at last, are the in-depth, upfront, and personal conversations the two recorded in an upstate New York studio all those years ago. For everyone interested in the history and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century this series is an exclusive must-have audio event. Episode Three: Musical nirvana at the hook of Holland. Heroin tales. Touring Europe with Graham Bond and Jack Bruce

The now 65-year-old Geoffrey Giuliano has been a devout student of devotional yoga since the age of 15. He has written extensively on the subject and resided as a Vaishnava monk in India for five long years in the ancient, holy pilgrimage places of Vrndavana and Rishikesh. Here, along with master musician and composer Kurt Max, he presents what might well be considered the cream of his own unique spiritual journey and the timeless knowledge gathered along the way. Max’s incredible, powerful, eclectic soundtrack is the perfect accompaniment to the winsome wisdom echoed by Bhakti student Giuliano. A unique incantation of words and music to the greater truth within us all. Hare Om Tat Sat. Perfect for all university, school, and library collections.

The world’s most beloved storyteller The Old Gray Goose. Goose enchants, inspires, and educates children of all ages in this very special audiobook celebrating the most ghoulish day of the year. Complete with scary sound effects and thrilling tales, this action-packed collection is a true classic pulled out by families every year in celebration of the trick-or-treat holiday that kids look forward to throughout the year.

Now here is a children’s storytelling collection truly worth its weight in gold! Goose’s Greatest Hits represents the very best of the very best of the Old Gray Goose from his campfire favorites. For Goose’s longtime fans or first-timer Gooselings, here is every one of Goose’s favorite tales in one place, at one time, just for you.

Graeme Edge was born March 30, 1941 in Rochester, Staffordshire. His mother was a pianist for the silent movies and his father, grandfather and great-grandfather were all music-hall singers. Edge trained as a draughtsman but soon went into music full time. He never started out to be a drummer, he was, in fact the manager of a group called the Blue Rhythm Band. Graeme always watched the drummer in the group and fooled around on the drums, but never really drummed professionally until that drummer quit and he had to fill in. He then bought his first drum kit. The first band he formed was the Silhouettes followed by The Blue Rhythm Band. He then helped to form Gerry Levene and the Avengers, who recorded a single for Decca, and appeared on TV in “Thank Your Lucky Stars”. Following the collapse of this group in April 1964 Edge formed The R & B Preachers, which included Denny Laine and Clint Warwick. When that group disbanded the three of them linked up with Ray Thomas and Mike Pinder to form The M & B 5, which later changed its name to The Moody Blues. During the Moodies’ break in recording and touring, Graeme released his first solo album KICK OFF YOUR MUDDY BOOTS in 1975. He became particularly enamored with the salsa, calypso, samba, and reggae beats when he visited the Caribbean during his ocean-going voyage round the world in his 70ft yacht. Graeme drums with a precision beat while spicing the Moodies’ sound with a wide range of percussion instruments.

Graeme Edge was born on 30th March 1941 in Rochester, Staffordshire. His mother was a pianist for the silent movies and his father, grandfather and great-grandfather were all music-hall singers. Edge trained as a draughtsman but soon went into music full time. He never started out to be a drummer, he was, in fact the manager of a group called the Blue Rhythm Band. Graeme always watched the drummer in the group and fooled around on the drums, but never really drummed professionally until that drummer quit and he had to fill in. He then bought his first drum kit. The first band he formed was the Silhouettes followed by The Blue Rhythm Band. He then helped to form Gerry Levene and the Avengers, who recorded a single for Decca, and appeared on TV in “Thank Your Lucky Stars”. Following the collapse of this group in April 1964 Edge formed The R & B Preachers, which included Denny Laine and Clint Warwick. When that group disbanded the three of them linked up with Ray Thomas and Mike Pinder to form The M & B 5, which later changed its name to The Moody Blues. During the Moodies’ break in recording and touring, Graeme released his first solo album KICK OFF YOUR MUDDY BOOTS in 1975. He became particularly enamored with the salsa, calypso, samba, and reggae beats when he visited the Caribbean during his ocean-going voyage round the world in his 70ft yacht. Graeme drums with a precision beat while spicing the Moodies’ sound with a wide range of percussion instruments.

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! Here is perhaps Charles Dickens’ most beloved story, Philip Pirrip, known as “Pip”, narrates his own incredible journey, from the hindsight of 50 years. Pip grows up with his older sister after losing his parents as a boy. His sister, a tough woman, rules Pip and her husband Joe with an iron fist. While playing in the marshes, Pip is accosted by an escaped criminal whom he decides to help by stealing food from his own home. The convict however, is soon caught and returned to prison. Miss Havisham, an eccentric recluse, sends for Pip to come to her house to play with Estella, a haughty girl about his age. Although Pip is ashamed as a poor uneducated boy, he is fascinated by Estella. A few years later, he becomes apprenticed to Joe, a blacksmith, but dreams of one day becoming rich and clever and marrying Estella. A very odd stranger, Mr. Jaggers, arrives to inform him that he has come into a handsome property, and will be removed from his present home to be brought up as a gentleman. The benefactor is kept secret, but Pip is sure it must be Miss Havisham. In London, Pip acquires a tutor, grand new clothes and the uptown lifestyle he always wanted. Things, however, are complicated as a gentleman in society, and he finds himself very unhappy, as Estella remains indifferent to him, deeply involved with someone else. Pip begins overspending his generous allowance, and worse, spurns old friends

11-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! Here is perhaps Charles Dickens’ most beloved story, Philip Pirrip, known as “Pip”, narrates his own incredible journey, from the hindsight of 50 years. Pip grows up with his older sister after losing his parents as a boy. His sister, a tough woman, rules Pip and her husband Joe with an iron fist. While playing in the marshes, Pip is accosted by an escaped criminal whom he decides to help by stealing food from his own home. The convict however, is soon caught and returned to prison. Miss Havisham, an eccentric recluse, sends for Pip to come to her house to play with Estella, a haughty girl about his age. Although Pip is ashamed as a poor uneducated boy, he is fascinated by Estella. A few years later, he becomes apprenticed to Joe, a blacksmith, but dreams of one day becoming rich and clever and marrying Estella. A very odd stranger, Mr. Jaggers, arrives to inform him that he has come into a handsome property, and will be removed from his present home to be brought up as a gentleman. The benefactor is kept secret, but Pip is sure it must be Miss Havisham. In London, Pip acquires a tutor, grand new clothes and the uptown lifestyle he always wanted. Things, however, are complicated as a gentleman in society, and he finds himself very unhappy, as Estella remains indifferent to him, deeply involved with someone else. Pip begins overspending his generous allowance, and worse, spurns old friends.

The great Mahatma Gandhi, an ambitious attorney turned simple orthodox Hindu holy man single-handedly invented the philosophy of non violent non cooperation which successfully dislodged the British empire from their long held, tyrannical, imperial rule over India. In this in depth, inspirational audiobook presented by well known author actor narrator Jagannatha Dasa, the important, and still timely thoughts of this iconic social reformer on the subject of clean living are neatly revisited. This Imperative socio-political, philosophical, esoteric profile in courage of simple good health is as important today as it was in the Mahatma’s time as many of us face an admittedly dreadfully unhealthy lifestyle arising from too much junk food, not enough rigorous exercise, a reliance on too many medicines and far too little faith in God. Here are the gentle, wise words of a soft spoken self realized man who not only asked seminal questions about the healthy life we all would benefit by, but also came up with powerful, tested solutions resulting in simple living but very high thinking. This Icon audiobook exclusive is perfect for all students of health and well being, social reformation, the spiritual science of yoga, curious commuters as well as all school and university systems. 

Mahatma Gandhi, an ambitious attorney turned simple orthodox Hindu holy man single-handedly invented the philosophy of non violent non cooperation which successfully dislodged the British empire from their long held, tyrannical, imperial rule over India. In this in depth, inspirational audiobook presented by well known author actor narrator Jagannatha Dasa, the important, and still timely thoughts of this iconic social reformer on the subject of clean living are neatly revisited. This Imperative socio-political, philosophical, esoteric profile in courage of simple good health is as important today as it was in the Mahatma’s time as many of us face an admittedly dreadfully unhealthy lifestyle arising from too much junk food, not enough rigorous exercise, a reliance on too many medicines and far too little faith in God. Here are the gentle, wise words of a soft spoken self realized man who not only asked seminal questions about the healthy life we all would benefit by, but also came up with powerful, tested solutions resulting in simple living but very high thinking.

Gulliver’s Travels (1726, amended 1735), officially Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the “travelers’ tales” literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift’s magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature.

The enigmatic founder and leader of the Beatles, John Lennon was not only a groundbreaking musician and composer for the ages but also a keen philosopher, seeker of truth, and politically savvy advocate of nonviolence, tolerance, and unrestricted personal freedom. The enlightened big brother to now several generations, Lennon consistently gave everything he had, and then some, to his liberated, infectious music and wide-ranging, common-sense political ideals. In this expansive, comprehensive collection, the very best of John Lennon’s thought-provoking words, the myth, legend, and rumor surrounding this great man is stripped away, and the real John as artist and thoughtful global citizen emerges. Carefully edited to relieve the listener of the tedious twee of the almost always ill-informed and sensationalist-seeking interviewer, Lennon is free to speak his mind on an incredible array of subjects; including his work with the Beatles, his days as a freaky peace politician, his relationships with the other members of the group, the painful trails of his parentless childhood, the creation of his artistic work, and other equally engrossing entertaining Lennonspeak. Here is the perfect collection of the great John Lennon for every dedicated Beatles fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections

“Goose was an exceptionally kind, open, honest and understanding gentleman of the finest caliber. His natural charisma and charm is well known. At the Saturday night campfires in the woods he was a magical performer, pretending to play a banjo with an old tennis racket wearing a white pith helmet with a painted red band which had definitely seeing better days. He told wonderfully engrossing stores, some of them scary – but not too much. We all sang camp songs together, which I still remember word for word. Goose was universally loved and deeply respected by everyone, parents and campers alike. Twenty years later I would see Goose in Lockport riding his old bicycle around town. He was a devout Christian Scientist in the very best and purest sense. He told me he read the Bible out loud in his room for two hours every day. He lived at the Y for God knows how many years. There were to be many more adventures between Goose and I in later years, including our travels together in India in 1993 with my young daughter Avalon and awkward nephew, Robin. Goose would remain an important figure in my life when, years later, he became one of the premier artists on my fledgling label Samba Records wherein we recorded many original very popular CDs, now audiobooks, of his wonderful children’s stories and songs. Almost thirty years later they still sell well online. ” -GEOFFREY GIULIANO

Once again the world’s most beloved storyteller the Old Gray Goose enchants, inspires, and educates children of all ages in this very special audio program celebrating Halloween. Complete with scary sound effects and thrilling tales this action-packed collection is a true classic pulled out by families every year in celebration of the trick or treat holiday kids look forward to throughout the year.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. Carefully reproduced from the original artifact, this inspirational audio book remains true to the original ancient Viking era texts. 

“Sripad Jagannatha Dasa guides us into the sacred heart space of this life-changing hymn as only a dedicated lifelong Ram bhakta may. A self-realized yogi – a wonderful trip!.” The Yoga Journal “I bow to the Hanuman who is swifter than the mind and wind. The sacred one who has controlled his senses, the one who is the epitome of learning and wisdom. Salutations to the son of the God of Air and chief of the Vanaras, I pray always to Lord Hanuman.” The Hanuman Chalisa is a Vedic devotional hymn (stotra) in praise of Hanuman authored by the poet sage Tulsi Das. The word “chālīsā” means the number forty in Sanskrit, as the Hanuman Chalisa has forty verses. Lord Hanuman is a great devotee of Sri Ram and one of the central characters in the epic, Ramayan. Hanuman is also an incarnation of Shiva. The qualities of Hanuman – his strength, courage, wisdom, celibacy, devotion to Lord Ram, and the many names by which he is known are all in the Hanuman Chalisa. Devotional recitation of this sacred prayer is done by millions every day. Hanumanji is the greatest devotee of Sri Ram and an incarnation of the mighty Lord Shiva. He is therefore the epitome of ultimate devotion manifested with its full glory unchallenged in all times and places. By the power of his devotion to Sita Ram, he easily achieved supreme status as the perfect devotee and servitor. Lord Hanuman is the eternal link between all devotees and Ram whom he serves, inspires, and protects. By honoring Hanuman one is blessed with all kinds of siddhis including power, valor, prosperity, and devotion. Reciting or hearing the Hanuman Chalisa infuses one with unlimited energy and prana. This sacred mantra also increases a person’s resilience and they emerge victorious in every challenging situation.

Thirteen-year-old actor Eden Giuliano presents a brand new line of exciting children’s stories from Child’s Play Audio! Thornton W. Burgess was a conservationist and author of children’s stories. He loved the beauty of nature and its living creatures so much that he wrote about them for 50 years. By the time he retired, he had written over 170 books and 15,000 stories for a daily newspaper column. 

Beatrix Potter was born July 28, 1866. She was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist best known for her children’s books featuring animals. Born into an upper-middle-class household, Potter was educated by governesses and grew up isolated from other children. She had numerous pets and spent holidays in Scotland and the Lake District, developing a love of landscape, flora, and fauna, all of which she closely observed and painted. Potter’s study and watercolours of fungi led to her being widely respected in the field of mycology. In her thirties, Potter self-published the highly successful children’s book The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Following this, Potter began writing and illustrating children’s books full-time.. Potter’s books continue to sell throughout the world in many languages with her stories being retold in songs, films, ballet, and animations, and her life depicted in a feature film and television film.

“Do the wise thing and the kind thing too, and make the best of us and not the worst.” “Now, what I want is Facts. Teach these boys and girls nothing but Facts. Facts alone are wanted in life. Plant nothing else, and root out everything else. You can only form the minds of reasoning animals upon Facts; nothing else will ever be of any service to them.” ― Charles Dickens, Hard Times Hard Times is the tenth novel by Charles Dickens, first published in 1854. The book surveys English society and satirizes the social and economic conditions of the era. Hard Times is unusual in several ways. It is by far the shortest of Dickens’s novels, barely a quarter of the length of those written immediately before and after it. Moreover, it is his only novel not to have scenes set in London. Instead, the story is set in the fictitious Victorian industrial Coketown, a generic Northern English mill-town. The story concerns one Thomas Gradgrind, a “fanatic of the demonstrable fact,” who raises his children, Tom and Louisa, in a stifling and arid atmosphere of grim practicality. A classic audiobook publishing event.

Heidi is a classic work of children’s fiction published in 1881 by Swiss author Johanna Spyri, originally published in two parts as Heidi: Her Years of Wandering and Learning and Heidi: How She Used What She Learned. It is a novel about the events in the life of a young girl in her paternal grandfather’s care in the Swiss Alps. It was written as a book “for children and those who love children”.

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes. Not recommended for children. Parental warning – graphic content. Hosted,

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long lost writings.

Dylan has said he speaks best through his music, thus steadfastly shunning the most celebrated journalists in their quest to try to capture the master artist with an exclusive interview. The few he has grated, however, we have for you here! Written, narrated, and produced by Giuliano, here is the Dylan you thought you knew, but didn’t – in all his wonderful paradoxical glory.

Although an icon for the ages, little is known about the actual, intimate, secret life of Mahatma Gandhi. Although his great work and philosophy remain largely intact, the man behind the legend has been all but obscured by time. Here, for the first time, is Gandhi in his own words. A spirited retrospective of the remarkable man who single-handedly ejected the British Empire from Mother India. Includes never before released interviews with India’s modern saint.

John F. Kennedy, perhaps our most beloved president in modern times, remains forever in the hearts of all patriotic, peace loving Americans. This inspirational collection of press conferences, starting with the first one he ever conducted as president in 1963, remains a beacon of political insight and historical perspective through the tumultuous times in which he led us so admirably. An absolute must for any serious student of American history, or indeed, any patriotic American.

Katherine Hepburn is not only a beloved movie icon, but one of the early progenitors of the American women’s movement. Coming from a life of wealth and privilege, she continued her family‘s tradition of zealously guarding the rights of others while becoming one of the the world’s most beloved and original actresses we have known. This is her story in her own words and those of the people who knew and loved her. Geoffrey Giuliano is the author of 32 biographies on the Beatles and other iconic rock groups of the 1960s. He is also a screenwriter, the voice on more than 500 popular audiobooks, and an actor in 25 films.

“We reckoned we could make it because there were four of us. None of us would’ve made it alone, because Paul wasn’t quite strong enough, I didn’t have enough girl-appeal, George was too quiet, and Ringo was the drummer. But we thought that everyone would be able to dig at least one of us, and that’s how it turned out.” JOHN LENNON Forget all the hype, myth, legend and lore – here is the Beatles as they are, and ever will be in their own words. Written and narrated by author actor Geoffrey Giuliano here is the perfect compendium for fans, philosophers, pop historians, culture vultures, casual commuters and all enlightened school and university systems. It is the ultimate source for everyone interested in the incredible, unequalled social and cultural phenomena that was Beatlemania and their continued unmatched musical influence to this day some 50+ years later.

“There are two basic motivating forces: fear and love. When we are afraid, we pull back from life. When we are in love, we open to all that life has to offer with passion, excitement, and acceptance.” “I believe in everything until it’s disproved. So I believe in fairies, the myths, dragons. It all exists, even if it’s in your mind. Who’s to say that dreams and nightmares aren’t as real as the here and now?” John Lennon Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano, comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles. In these incredible, now over 50 year old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime audio experience.

Eden Giuliano presents a brand-new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! The Adventures of Pinocchio, also simply known as Pinocchio, is a novel for children by Italian author Carlo Collodi, written in Pescia. It is about the mischievous adventures of an animated marionette named Pinocchio and his father; a poor woodcarver named Geppetto. It was originally published in a serial form as The Story of a Puppet in the Giornale per i bambini, one of the earliest Italian weekly magazines for children, starting from 7 July 1881. The story stopped after nearly 4 months and 8 episodes at Chapter 15, but by popular demand from readers, the episodes were resumed on 16 February 1882. In February 1883, the story was published in a single book. Since then, the spread of Pinocchio on the main markets for children’s book of the time was continuous and uninterrupted, and it was met with enthusiastic reviews worldwide. According to extensive research done by the Fondazione Nazionale Carlo Collodi in the late 1990s and based on UNESCO sources, the book has been adapted in over 260 languages worldwide, while as of 2018 it has been translated into over 300 languages. That makes it the most translated non-religious book in the world and one of the best-selling books ever published, with over 80 million copies sold in recent years (the precise total sales are unknown because of the many public domain re-releases since 1940). According to Francelia Butler, it remains “the most translated Italian book and, after the Bible, the most widely read”.

The real Hendrix revealed in this hard-hitting audio documentary on the incredible rise and tragic fall of one of rock most beloved sons. Includes rare archival interviews. Perfect for all school libraries and diehard fans!.

Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles, circa 1969. In these incredible, over fifty-year-old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections

By his own admission, Thomas Frost found it hard to make a living from his writing, and no doubt he used the name of Dickens in the title of this book to boost sales. Frost tells a good tale, and the book is not only of interest to enthusiasts of Dickens and the county of Kent. He includes some of Dickens’ own descriptions of locations, as well as regaling us with anecdotes about towns and villages which he visits, including an account of the last armed rising on British soil – the Battle of Bossenden Wood. As well as accounts of his travels through the highways and byways of Kent in the footsteps of Dickens and his characters, he also wanders into the lanes of myth and legend, sometimes making up his own stories along the way. 

Harriet Jacobs’ autobiography details her experiences as a slave in North Carolina, her escape to freedom in the north, and her ensuing struggles to free her children. The narrative was partly serialized in the New York Tribune, but was discontinued because Jacobs’ depictions of the sexual abuse of female slaves were considered too shocking.

Here is the true-life story of America’s first yogic saint in his brief, but impressive life as one of the first and foremost authentic masters to step out of the 5000-year-old tradition of devotional yoga and into the hurly-burly of American life now so long ago. Although many have heard his name and perhaps a few fleeting quotations of his timeless, inspirational philosophy, few have had the opportunity to fully understand the amazing life and times of this impressive spiritual giant from the great, mysterious Indian subcontinent. Swamiji was the very first Indian teacher of the Hindu faith to base his preaching mission in the United States and Europe. Vivekananda was then, and is now, a beacon of light to millions and his touching, inspirational, well thought out books have gently educated and inspired people ever since. Here for the first and only time, is the authentic audio biography of one of India’s greatest treasures. In this busy 21st-century world of an unending quest for all things yogic here is the authentic progenitor of a vast spiritual movement which continues to touch the lives of sincere spiritual seekers the world over. A must have audio event for seekers of all faiths and traditions.
“An instant classic on perhaps India’s greatest saint.” The Yoga Journal
“The father of the yoga in the West and one of the world’s greatest masters.” George Harrison

Swami Neelmani is the spiritual leader of literally millions of enthusiastic followers throughout India and the world. His loving presence and practical every day spiritual wisdom has made him perhaps the most popular of all the Indian imported gurus of the 21st-century. This is his first recorded audiobook. Although the inspirational swami, a dedicated sanyasi, he is just 25 earthly years old. Open your heart and mind to the divine teachings of this phenomenal Yogi. 

Swami Neelmani is the spiritual leader of literally millions of enthusiastic followers throughout India and the world. His loving presence and practical every day spiritual wisdom has made him perhaps the most popular of all the Indian imported gurus of the 21st-century. This is his first recorded audiobook. Although the inspirational swami, a dedicated sanyasi, he is just 25 earthly years old. Open your heart and mind to the divine teachings of this phenomenal Yogi. 

The Beatles live and uncut in an exclusive, unheard, impossible to find collection of historic interviews and press conferences from the trippy height of global Beatlemania. Yet more outrageous inside Beatle speak from John, Paul, George, and Ringo literally buried in a vault for the last four-plus decades. Icon Audio is pleased and proud to present it here for the very first time ever!

Take a trip inside the Beatle Sphere, yet again, with the Fab Four in this witty, noisy and quite simply, insane collection of interviews with the Beatles and their top-secret inner circle. Travel with the group from concert stage, to hotel, to limo – and back again to the stage in the eye of the swirling hurricane that was Beatlemania circa 1960s!

Ginger Baker was, without question, the foremost drummer of his generation, having formed supergroups Cream and Blind Faith. In the early 1990s, author Geoffrey Giuliano received a call from Baker asking if he would be interested in writing his autobiography. From there, a turbulent, yet fruitful relationship ensued between the two. While the book they wrote together has yet to be published, here, at last, are the exclusive, in-depth, upfront, and highly personal conversations the two unlikely friends recorded in a Clarence, New York studio all those years ago. Ginger speaks his mind, holding forth on the particulars of his amazing life and work and in so doing reveals something he has always ardently tried to hide – that he is really a lovely, caring, sensitive man. For everyone interested in the history, art, and cultural significance of the popular music of the 20th century, this bold series is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media as well as music fans everywhere, Contains adult language and mature themes.

It’s a Wonderful Life is a 1946 American Christmas family fantasy drama, based on the short story The Greatest Gift, which Philip Van Doren Stern self-published in 1943 and is in turn loosely based on the 1843 Charles Dickens novella A Christmas Carol. A man has given up his personal dreams, in order to help others in his community, and whose suicide attempt on Christmas Eve brings about the intervention of his guardian angel, Clarence Odbody. Clarence shows George how he has touched the lives of others and how different life would be for his wife Mary and his community of Bedford Falls if he had not been born. It’s a Wonderful Life is considered one of the greatest films of all time. It was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and has been recognized by the American Film Institute as one of the 100 best American films ever made. It was No. 11 on the American Film Institute’s 1998 greatest movie list, No. 20 on its 2007 greatest movie list, and No. 1 on its list of the most inspirational American films of all time.[8] Capra revealed that it was his favorite among the films he directed and that he screened it for his family every Christmas season. It was also Jimmy Stewart’s favorite film.[9] In 1990, the film was designated as “culturally, historically or aesthetically significant” and added to the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. 

Jane Eyre is a novel by English writer Charlotte Brontë, published under the pen name “Currer Bell”, on October 16, 1847 by Smith, Elder & Co. of London. The first American edition was published the following year by Harper & Brothers of New York. Jane Eyre is a Bildungsroman which follows the experiences of its eponymous heroine, including her growth to adulthood and her love for Mr. Rochester, the brooding master of Thornfield Hall. The novel revolutionized prose fiction by being the first to focus on its protagonist’s moral and spiritual development through an intimate first-person narrative, where actions and events are colored by a psychological intensity. Charlotte Brontë has been called the “first historian of the private consciousness”. The work contains elements of social criticism with a strong sense of Christian morality at its core, and it is considered by many to be ahead of its time because of Jane’s individualistic character and how the novel approaches the topics of class, sexuality, religion, and feminism. Jane Eyre is one of the most famous romance novels of all time. 

The music of Janis Joplin lives forever but just who was this brash young woman from rural Texas? In this exciting audio event, author Giuliano takes up the task via rare archival interviews and insightful commentary.

Jesse James was born on September 5, 1847, in Kearney, Missouri. James, and his brother Frank, served in the Confederate Army before embarking upon their fabled criminal careers in the Old West. The James brothers made a name for themselves as daring bank and train robbers, leading the James-Younger gang. Gang member Robert Ford killed Jesse James in 1882, after which James became a true legend of the Old West. Here is his own untold story as related by his son.

“We don’t steal from the rich and give to the poor. We steal from the poor because they can’t fight back, most of them and the rich take from us because they could wipe us out in a day.” JESSE JAMES Jesse James was born on September 5, 1847, in Kearney, Missouri. James, and his brother Frank, served in the Confederate Army before embarking upon their fabled criminal careers in the Old West. The James brothers made a name for themselves as daring bank and train robbers, leading the James-Younger gang. Gang member Robert Ford killed Jesse James in 1882, after which James became a true legend of the Old West. Here is his own untold story as related by his son.

“And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.” JESUS In this inspirational, spiritual biography of Lord Jesus; a simple man from Nazareth who changed the world forever by his compassion, humility, truth and love. Here is an audiobook adventure for all spiritual beings – regardless of the faith with which they identify. Let the light, love and life changing story of Jesus continue to inspire us all and cast a great light in this dark, temporary world of so much needless sorrow, torment and division.

“And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.” JESUS In this inspirational, spiritual biography of Lord Jesus; a simple man from Nazareth who changed the world forever by his compassion, humility, truth and love. Here is an audiobook adventure for all spiritual beings – regardless of the faith with which they identify. Let the light, love and life changing story of Jesus continue to inspire us all and cast a great light in this dark, temporary world of so much needless sorrow, torment and division.

Jim Morrison – an American Saint is an engrossing, fascinating look into the mind of ’60s rock icon and outlaw poet Jim Morrison. A must for all Morrison/Doors fans as well as students of the art and culture of the later 20th century.

The real Jim Morrison, fiery leader of the iconic Doors, is revealed in this hard-hitting, once-in-a-lifetime audiobook revelation. Perfect for the hardcore fan and casual music lover alike.

It is now well known and generally accepted Jimi Hendrix was the premiere virtuoso guitarist of the 20th century. We know the music, but how much do we really know about the man? This exciting, one-of-a-kind, original, audiobook presentation narrated by actor, singer, songwriter Kris Kristofferson takes us inside the unlikely and exciting world of James Marshall Hendrix of Seattle, Washington. From his humble roots as the quiet, awkward son of a struggling yardman, to the heady heights of international and timeless superstardom, here is the real Jimi laid bear for the world, and history, to finally know and understand. Featuring exclusive interviews with Hendrix and the people who knew him best, here is a unique, original, audiobook presentation for the ages. Perfect for all library, school, and university collections

James Marshall Hendrix, known to the world as Jimi Hendrix, was from a bruised and battered poverty-stricken family from the wrong side of the tracks in Seattle Washington. Of all of the iconic musicians who have sprung from the soil of the great Northwest Jimi Hendrix is, without doubt, the greatest of them all. In fact, one might even go further and say that Hendrix was, and is, the unparalleled, most phenomenal musician composer since perhaps as far back as Beethoven himself. Of this I can confidently assure you; four Beatles, five Rolling Stones, four Led Zeppelin‘s do not ONE Jimi Hendrix make! Given the opportunity, if you asked them all they would most certainly agree. A must have audiobook for every true fan, pop historian, philosopher and enlightened school and university system. We miss you Jimi!

Few know that Geoffrey Giuliano was a firm friend of Jimi Hendrix’s family, staying for a weeks at a time at the home of Al Hendrix, Jimi’s dad in the mid-1980s. He also knew Jimi’s younger brother, Leon, as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins, and even Jimi’s then 100-year-old grandmother, Nora Hendrix. In addition, he also became close friends with Hendrix’s Experience alumni, Mitch Mitchell, and Noel Redding along the way. Here, then, is the very private, unseen or reported secret world of an American icon. With rare Hendrix interviews and those who knew him best. For everyone interested in the cultural significance of popular music, the cult of Jimi Hendrix, or even the curious commuter here is a once in a lifetime, must have audio event. Perfect for universities and all educational media.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of Jimi Hendrix. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the icon of rock for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography!

The Yankee Clipper, Joe Dimaggio had three distinct claims to fame: first, he was one of the world’s all-time greatest baseball players. Second, he was married to actress Marilyn Monroe and loved her to his dying day. Thirdly, and ironically, he was perhaps most well-known at the end of his life for being the genial, grandfatherly spokesperson for Mister Coffee.

The complex personal and professional relationship between John Lennon and Paul McCartney is closely examined by Beatles’ author Giuliano, rounded out by an amazing collection of anecdotes and interviews with the undisputed twin titans of rock and roll. The only published work on the subject – perfect for all school and university collections.

The most complex, artistic, and introspective member of The Beatles, John Lennon came up the hard way, bouncing from relative to relative when it became clear his absentee mother and father were not interested in raising him. Featuring unheard interviews with Lennon and the Beatles

In part two of this previously unreleased six-plus-hour collection of John Lennon’s unique wit and wisdom, the iconic Beatle introduces the world to his stirring non-violent philosophy to not only end the then-raging Vietnam war, but also the deeply-rooted violence within ourselves, a timely message especially important today in this world of seemingly endless international terror and conflict.

In part two of this previously unreleased six-plus-hour collection of John Lennon’s unique wit and wisdom, the iconic Beatle introduces the world to his stirring non-violent philosophy to not only end the then-raging Vietnam war, but also the deeply-rooted violence within ourselves, a timely message especially important today in this world of seemingly endless international terror and conflict.

In part two of this previously unreleased six-plus-hour collection of John Lennon’s unique wit and wisdom, the iconic Beatle introduces the world to his stirring non-violent philosophy to not only end the then-raging Vietnam war, but also the deeply-rooted violence within ourselves, a timely message especially important today in this world of seemingly endless international terror and conflict.

In part two of this previously unreleased six-plus-hour collection of John Lennon's unique wit and wisdom, the iconic Beatle introduces...

In part two of this previously unreleased six-plus-hour collection of John Lennon’s unique wit and wisdom, the iconic Beatle introduces the world to his stirring non-violent philosophy to not only end the then-raging Vietnam war, but also the deeply-rooted violence within ourselves, a timely message especially important today in this world of seemingly endless international terror and conflict.

Aquí hay un audiolibro muy interesante sobre John Lennon tanto como hombre de familia como niño pequeño. Su hermana Julia finalmente nos cuenta la verdad sobre la relación entre John y su madre, su padrastro, sus hermanas, la tragedia cuando su madre fue asesinada por un policía borracho y los inicios del grupo que cuatro años más tarde se convirtió en el mayor fenómeno de música popular, The Beatles. Además, Julia recuerda las conversaciones telefónicas íntimas y a menudo dolorosas con John a fines de los años 70, muy cercanas a su muerte, y los sentimientos de la familia cuando Lennon fue trágicamente asesinado por el arma de un hombre que, irónicamente, era fanático de los Beatles. Un libro maravilloso!

Recently Forbes magazine named John Lennon the ultimate, all time, iconic rockstar for the ages. While that’s certainly true John was even more than that: a dedicated peace politician, philosopher, early women’s advocate, proponent of yogic meditation, Hare Krishna and eastern philosophy, as well as his well-known anti-war efforts and timeless inspirational music – here is a man who made his brief life count! In this comprehensive compendium of the best of John Lennon the real man is revealed. The absolutely perfect audio biography for every Beatles/Lennon fan, pop philosopher, historian and all inspired school and university systems. A must have audiobook for everyone interested in the incredible life and times of the 20th century‘s greatest composer philosopher.

I have always hoped people would look deeper into the music than they seem to. Here is the mirror of my life. Here is the means to understand who I really am.” (John Lennon, 1980) Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano, comes, perhaps, the rarest, virtually unheard long-lost interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles. In this incredible audiobook, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and ultra-private thoughts. Here is the single chance to understand the real and complex man behind the music and appreciate, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime real-life audio experience!

The myth of John Lennon has grown to almost god-like proportions, but sadly, much of the real man has been lost. Here is the ultimate tale of Lennon the musician, composer, humanitarian, philosopher, and family man in a no holds portrait of the Beatles bespectacled leader.

Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles, circa 1969. In these incredible, over fifty year old tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and private thoughts. Here is the chance to understand the man behind the music and understand, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime audio experience. Recorded in Los Angeles Mixed In Milan Mastered in Vrndavana, India Series producer Avalon Giuliano Intern Eden Garret Giuliano

John Lennon‘s now we’ll known, maternal half-sister Julia Baird joined forces with famous author, Geoffrey Giuliano in the early 1980s to write a riveting book on her life and times on the famous Beatle. With a stirring, revealing introduction by close friend Paul McCartney it was an immediate, internationally bestselling smash! The sometimes-rocky relationship between Mrs. Baird and Mr. Giuliano however, makes for an exciting, behind the scenes inside story. Here are Giuliano‘s world exclusive, unheard, super rare, interviews with the reclusive younger sister of the Beatles founder and strongest member, John Lennon. An absolute must for all Beatles fans, pop historians, student of 60s culture, as well as all school and library systems. 

“I have always hoped people would look deeper into the music than they seem to. Here is the mirror of my life. Here is the means to understand who I really am.” John Lennon, 1980 Here, from the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano, comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard long-lost interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles. In these incredible tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and ultra-private thoughts. Here is the single chance to understand the real and complex man behind the music and appreciate, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime real life audio experience.

Mysterious Phileas Fogg is a man of the most repetitious and punctual habit – with no apparent sense of adventure whatsoever – he gambles his considerable fortune that he can complete a journey around the world in just 80 days… immediately after a newspaper calculates the feat as just barely possible. With his excitable French manservant in tow, Fogg undertakes the exercise immediately, with no preparations, trusting that his traveling funds will make up for delays along the way. But unbeknownst to him, British police are desperately seeking to arrest him for the theft of a huge sum by someone who resembles him, and they will track him around the world, if necessary, to apprehend him. This is an adventure novel of the first water, with wholly unexpected perils, hair-breadth escapes, brilliant solutions to insoluble problems, and even a love story. And can this be? – That he returns to London just five minutes too late to win his wager and retain his fortune? 

John Lennon’s now well-known maternal half-sister Julia Baird joined forces with famous author Geoffrey Giuliano in the early 1980s to write a riveting book on her life and times on the famous Beatle. With a stirring, revealing introduction by close friend Paul McCartney, it was an immediate, internationally best-selling smash! The sometimes-rocky relationship between Mrs. Baird and Mr. Giuliano, however, makes for an exciting, behind the scenes inside story. Here are Giuliano’s world exclusive, unheard, super rare interviews with the reclusive younger sister of the Beatles founder and strongest member, John Lennon. An absolute must for all Beatles fans, pop historians, students of ’60s culture, as well as all school and library systems. 

This stirring, evocative, one-of-a-kind new audiobook chronicles the legendary scholar, social reformer, activist and author, the charismatic, Dr. Cornel West, in a loving tribute to his great work and exemplary life. Here is the lauded university professor and folksy intellectual up close and personal exposing his sage ideals in own inimitable, stylish, endearing way. Who else in this weary world can confound and confront even his enemies yet engender smiles on the faces of all? This great man continues his mission to enlighten, educate, and counsel folks everywhere in his sometimes fierce, though always concerned and loving way. Here is Dr. West in his own words, in his own time, a charismatic apostle of that mercurial Love Supreme. A must for all university and academic collections.

‘The philosophers have only interpreted the world, in various ways. The point, however, is to change it.’ “History repeats itself, first as tragedy, second as farce.” Karl Marx Born in Trier, Germany, Karl Marx studied law and philosophy at university. Due to his controversial political publications however, Marx became stateless and lived in exile with his wife and children in London for decades, where he continued to develop his thought and publish his writings, often researching in the reading room of the British Museum. His best-known titles are the 1848 pamphlet, The Communist Manifesto, and the three-volume Das Kapital. His political and philosophical thought had enormous influence on subsequent intellectual, economic and political history and his name has been used as an adjective, a noun and a school of social theory. Marx’s complex theories about society, economics and politics – collectively understood as Marxism – hold that human societies develop through class struggle. In capitalism, this manifests itself in the conflict between the ruling and working classes. Employing a critical approach known as historical materialism, Marx predicted that, like previous socio-economic systems, capitalism produced internal tensions which would lead to its self-destruction and replacement by a new system: socialism. Marx actively pressed for its implementation, arguing the working class should carry out organized revolution to topple capitalism and bring about socio-economic emancipation. Marx has been described as one of the most influential figures in human history.

Born in Trier, Germany, Karl Marx studied law and philosophy at university. Due to his controversial political publications however, Marx became stateless and lived in exile with his wife and children in London for decades, where he continued to develop his thought and publish his writings, often researching in the reading room of the British Museum. His best-known titles are the 1848 pamphlet, The Communist Manifesto, and the three-volume Das Kapital. His political and philosophical thought had enormous influence on subsequent intellectual, economic and political history and his name has been used as an adjective, a noun and a school of social theory. Marx’s complex theories about society, economics and politics – collectively understood as Marxism – hold that human societies develop through class struggle. In capitalism, this manifests itself in the conflict between the ruling and working classes. Employing a critical approach known as historical materialism, Marx predicted that, like previous socio-economic systems, capitalism produced internal tensions which would lead to its self-destruction and replacement by a new system: socialism. Marx actively pressed for its implementation, arguing the working class should carry out organized revolution to topple capitalism and bring about socio-economic emancipation. Marx has been described as one of the most influential figures in human history

Katherine Hepburn was the archetypical, no nonsense, all American independent, Yankee woman, but she was also a movie star. She is remembered here in this touching tribute as a woman who helped redefine what a woman was to be in the coming time and blazed new ground as a riveting, one of a kind, actor’s actor. With exclusive interviews with Kate’s brother, Dr. Robert Hepburn and a host of celebrated Hollywood friends. Featuring a very special interview with Ms. Hepburn’s longtime producer friend and intimate confidant, John Dayton.

Towards the end of her time, Katherine Hepburn became closer to her extended family dividing time between her New York townhouse and New England estate. She maintained close relationships with friends in Hollywood assisting them when they were in trouble and freely giving the grandmotherly advice, she was famous for. She once commented she was “America’s grandmother”, so beloved was she to people everywhere. In the second part of this homespun look at Hepburn’s life, Kate speaks candidly about her life after Hollywood following the death of her beloved, Spencer Tracey.

Katherine Hepburn is not only a beloved movie icon, but one of the early progenitors of the American woman’s movement. Coming from a life of wealth and privilege, she continued her family‘s tradition of zealously guarding the rights of others while becoming one of the the world’s most beloved and original actresses we have known. This is her story in her own words and the words of the people who knew her and loved her. This is a one-of-a-kind audio celebration of an unforgettable American original.

Keep the Aspidistra Flying, first published in 1936, is a socially critical novel by George Orwell. It is set in 1930s London. The main theme is Gordon Comstock’s romantic ambition to defy worship of the money-God and status and the dismal life that results. George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, total opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Orwell produced literary criticism and poetry, fiction and polemical journalism. He is known for the allegorical novella Animal Farm (1945) and the dystopian novel Nineteen Eighty-Four (1949). His non-fiction works, including The Road to Wigan Pier (1937), documenting his experience of working-class life in the north of England, and Homage to Catalonia (1938), an account of his experiences soldiering for the Republican faction of the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939), are as critically respected as his essays on politics and literature, language and culture. In 2008, The Times ranked George Orwell second among “The 50 greatest British writers since 1945”. Orwell’s work remains influential in popular culture and in political culture, and the adjective “Orwellian”—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as “Big Brother”, “Thought Police”, “Two Minutes Hate”, “Room 101”, “memory hole”, “Newspeak”, “doublethink”, “unperson”, and “thoughtcrime”, as well as providing direct inspiration for the neologism “groupthink”. 

Longfellow Stanshall is the brilliant, and yes, controversial, author of several internationally best-selling books. She is also a prolific playwright, screenwriter, theatrical producer, soldier for women’s rights, world traveler, and oh by the way, the second wife of the late Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band’s iconic, singer, composer, and front man, Vivian Stanshall. In this one-of-a-kind audio encounter between Ms. Longfellow and actor, author, and music historian Geoffrey Giuliano, the listener is afforded the rare opportunity to go deep inside the head and the heart of one of the most important and forceful female voices of our time on the subjects of art, culture, her turbulent life and times, and oh by the way, her amazing, almost otherworldly relationship with the great poet laureate of the 1960s, ’70s, ’80s and beyond renaissance man, Vivian Stanshall. This is not to minimize the fact the obvious direction of this unexpected audio documentary is Ki’s decades long love affair with Vivian, rather, to truly enter into the deeper level of these remarkable conversations you must understand that Ki and Viv are both, in their own way, important and timely artists. Take heed, Ms. Longfellow is no airhead rock groupie, or pop band hanger-on, but rather an important voice in her own right. To experience this sometimes rough and ready interview is to come away knowing far more about Vivian Stanshall as a man, lover, father, and artist than any fan, follower, acolyte, or devotee might ever hope to expect. 

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu appeared as a devotee of Krishna in Mayapur, West Bengal, India in the late fifteenth century. He introduced sankirtan, widespread congregational chanting of the Supreme Person’s names, as the most effective means by which anyone can achieve spiritual perfection. By His influence, many of India’s leading religious scholars and their followers became devotees of Krishna themselves. In His youth, Mahaprabhu started a Sanskrit academy in Navadvipa—one of India’s top centers of learning at the time—and earned a reputation as an excellent scholar. But at age twenty-four he renounced everything to travel the subcontinent encouraging everyone he met to chant the Hare Krishna mantra. He is considered by disciples, scholars and followers to be the latest avatar of Krishna Himself, based on extensive evidence found in Vedic literature. The International Society for Krishna Consciousness, ISKCON, is a continuation of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s sankirtan movement. Chaitanya’s humble, saintly demeanor and knowledge of Vedic conclusions persuaded prominent impersonalists that Krishna consciousness, worship of the Supreme Person, is life’s highest purpose. On Mahaprabhu’s instruction, the Six Goswamis of Vrindavan made a thorough analysis of the Vedas to show that Krishna bhakti, devotional service to Lord Krishna, is the essence of all Vedic teachings. Mahaprabhu’s extensive conversations with His devotees such as Ramananda Raya and Sanatana Goswami form the philosophical and scriptural basis of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, or Krishna consciousness. Chaitanya himself left only eight written verses, the Siksastaka, in which he teaches that chanting God’s names is the most simple and sublime spiritual practice for everyone, everywhere.

A REMARKABLE GUIDED MEDITATION BY A 50 YEAR YOGI “Sripad Jagannatha Dasa guides us into the sacred heart of Bhakti yoga in this life-changing work as only a dedicated lifelong Krishna devotee might.” The Yoga Journal One of the first pieces of Krishna conscious literature widely distributed in the western world, this work inspired many to investigate the spiritual dimension of their lives. This is the opportunity to understand the deepest truth of devotional yoga. If you miss this opportunity in the human form of life–the developed consciousness–you will slip again into the cycle of 8 million, 400 thousand species of life one form after another. We are still within the evolutionary process, but that evolutionary process should be forward, progressive. Bhaktivedanta Swami entreats us; “Don’t go downward. By your many years of endeavor, you have come forward to this stage of life. Now, make further progress. Progress toward Sri Krishna. Don’t go back!”

The interview 1. On rice putting. 2. Vivian’s art (painting and drawing). 3. The book The Beatles: A Celebration. 4. How are the Benzo’s doing? On Rodney, Roger, Larry and Neil. 5. On friend and author Geoffrey Giuliano. 6. Vivian has no interest in the past. 7. Stanshall’s thoughts on the music of the 1990s. 8. On Vivian’s writing. 9. On punk and rap. Vivian’s ultimate disappointment with these emerging art forms. 10. Vivian respects people who simply “do it”. 11. Rupert enjoys listening to Cream. There was depth to the group. 12. Vivian listens to Link Wray and Dan Beefheart. 13 Vivian’s surprise at the continual rereleasing of the Bonzo dog band’s catalog. 14. Vivian’s worries concerning formula music. 15. Vrnda: “the Bonzos were different and very special.” 16. A brief discussion on the B-52s. 17. On Pete Brown, the inventive lyricist for Cream. 18. Vrnda on Ginger Baker finally cleaning up from drugs. 19. Vrnda meeting Jack Bruce for an interview at the Savoy in London. 20. The tragic death of Conor Clapton. 21. Vivian’s relationship with Cream. Tales from a 1966 gig. Ginger is a terrifying man. Roger Ruskin Spear accidentally blows up Ginger’s kit. 22. Riding in Cream’s car when a half-naked Ginger attacked a lorry driver. 23. The Bonzos playing with Cream. 24. Many groups did not enjoy following the Bonzos. 25. Eric Clapton would often decorate various shirts in the dressing room with fabric pens. 26. Cream was “dreaming” together on stage. 27. Vivian was closer to Clapton than the rest of the group. 28. Teach yourself Swahili. Vivian and Ginger discuss Africa. 29. On Keith Moon and other drummers. 30. Ginger was in reality an abstract drummer. 31. Art cannot really be translated into words. 32. Vivian is not really interested in synthetic music. 33. On Vivian’s personal drug problems. He never took LSD or heroin on the advice of Steve Winwood. He comments on his addiction to Valium.

Though he gained recognition for his later essays and novels, Aldous Huxley started his writing career as a poet. Published in 1920, Leda is his fourth compilation of poetry. It begins with the passionate and slightly erotic poem “Leda”, which recalls the love affair between Queen Leda, the mother of Helen of Troy, and her swan, Zeus in disguise. Some short poems follow. The book ends with two long sections. The first, “Beauty,” is a short collection of vignettes where the author reflects on the concept of beauty through an ideal model of physical desire, Helen of Troy. The second, “Soles Occidere et Redire Possunt,” or “Suns Can Set, and Suns Can Rise Again,” is another long poem which reflects a day in the life of John Ridley, a deceased friend of Huxley’s, who was mentally challenged throughout his entire life. Author Aldous Huxley was an English writer and philosopher. He wrote nearly fifty books, both novels and non-fiction works—as well as wide-ranging essays, narratives, and poems. Born into the prominent Huxley family, he graduated from Oxford, with an undergraduate degree in English literature. Early in his career, he published short stories and poetry and edited the literary magazine Oxford Poetry, before going on to publish travel writing, satire, and screenplays. Huxley spent the latter part of his life in the United States, living in Los Angeles from 1937 until his death. By the end of his life, Huxley was widely acknowledged as one of the foremost intellectuals of his time. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature nine times and was elected Companion of Literature by the Royal Society of Literature in 1962. Also includes several ultra-rare previously unheard conversations with the esteemed intellectual. 

For the first time ever, we can now go deep inside the mind of the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy. In this never before heard collection of ultra-rare interviews and a press conferrence with Oswald, we gain great insight into the mysterious life and time of one of history’s most misunderstood and iconic characters.

In this original production, the real John Lennon is revealed through the insightful narration of Beatles historian Jagannatha Dasa. Lennon was a complex man whose incredible body of work often obscured the sensitive, fragile man behind the music. Since his violent death in 1980, Lennon has become an almost fictional character; a hippie prince of peace, an idealized icon, a romanticized caricature. Along the way, the authentic John Lennon has been all but lost. Join the author in an in-depth, no holds barred look at the phenomenon of the Beatles and the often-troubled Liverpool man behind it.

Urmila Devi Dasi (Dr. Edith Best) is a well-known educator, internationally best-selling author, and in-demand lecturer on the Vedic arts, sciences, and culture. She is a senior disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedwnta Swami Prabhupada and a tireless educator actively initiating advanced teaching programs in schools and institutes around the world. An adherent of the Bhakti Yoga (devotional) school of the Gaudiya Vaishnava faith, she is a heralded exponent of this lofty, well-respected tradition. In this unique program, Dr. Best treats us to an easily accessible, yet detailed lecture from the grand tradition from which she comes. A must for all school, university and institutional libraries, as well as for admirers, students, and practitioners of this ancient and practical yoga system. 

Urmila Devi Dasi (Dr. Edith Best) is a well-known educator, internationally best-selling author, and in-demand lecturer on the Vedic arts, sciences, and culture. She is a senior disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedwnta Swami Prabhupada and a tireless educator actively initiating advanced teaching programs in schools and institutes around the world. An adherent of the Bhakti Yoga (devotional) school of the Gaudiya Vaishnava faith, she is a heralded exponent of this lofty, well-respected tradition. In this unique program, Dr. Best treats us to an easily accessible, yet detailed lecture from the grand tradition from which she comes. A must for all school, university and institutional libraries, as well as for admirers, students, and practitioners of this ancient and practical yoga system

Urmila Devi Dasi (Dr. Edith Best) is a well-known educator, internationally best-selling author, and in-demand lecturer on the Vedic arts, sciences, and culture. She is a senior disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedwnta Swami Prabhupada and a tireless educator actively initiating advanced teaching programs in schools and institutes around the world. An adherent of the Bhakti Yoga (devotional) school of the Gaudiya Vaishnava faith, she is a heralded exponent of this lofty, well-respected tradition. In this unique program, Dr. Best treats us to an easily accessible, yet detailed lecture from the grand tradition from which she comes. A must for all school, university and institutional libraries, as well as for admirers, students, and practitioners of this ancient and practical yoga system. 

Urmila Devi Dasi (Dr. Edith Best) is a well-known educator, internationally best-selling author, and in-demand lecturer on the Vedic arts, sciences, and culture. She is a senior disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedwnta Swami Prabhupada and a tireless educator actively initiating advanced teaching programs in schools and institutes around the world. An adherent of the Bhakti Yoga (devotional) school of the Gaudiya Vaishnava faith, she is a heralded exponent of this lofty, well-respected tradition. In this unique program, Dr. Best treats us to an easily accessible, yet detailed lecture from the grand tradition from which she comes. A must for all school, university and institutional libraries, as well as for admirers, students, and practitioners of this ancient and practical yoga system

Alvin Dahn is a one-of-a-kind singer and songwriter the likes of which, we wager, you have yet to experience. Enter into Alvin’s singular, upside down world and don’t forget first to – let your mind out to play!

Here is a griping intimate audio encounter with one of the greatest figures in American history. Forget what biased biographers have written and listen to the man speaking for himself. The public figure we all know at least something about, but the private man, the family man, the father and son has been hidden to us by the passing of time. This is a true audio treasure. What Grant has to say so long ago is oddly relevant, touching, and even inspirational now as it was then, so many generations ago

Here is a griping intimate audio encounter with one of the greatest figures in American history. Forget what biased biographers have written and listen to the man speaking for himself. The public figure we all know at least something about, but the private man, the family man, the father and son has been hidden to us by the passing of time. This is a true audio treasure. What Grant has to say so long ago is oddly relevant, touching, and even inspirational now as it was then, so many generations ago. until today. the voice on over 500 popular audiobooks. 

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is a 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson penned under the pseudonym of Lewis Carroll. It tells the story of a little girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. Many feel it is perhaps the very first psychedelic novel. One can certainly draw parallels with the eating of magic mushrooms and apparently hallucinating, yet still it is chiefly a beloved children’s story. Loved keenly for generations here is an audiobook which is sure to entertain, educate, and delight people of all ages

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is a 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson penned under the pseudonym of Lewis Carroll. It tells the story of a little girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. Many feel it is perhaps the very first psychedelic novel. One can certainly draw parallels with the eating of magic mushrooms and apparently hallucinating, yet still it is chiefly a beloved children’s story. Loved keenly for generations here is an audiobook which is sure to entertain, educate, and delight people of all ages.

Another great audiobook classic from the world’s most prolific and prestigious new company, Icon Audio Arts. Here is an exciting ‘listen while you learn’ audio production which promises to entertain, enlighten and enliven the listener. Icon productions offer a daring, fresh perspective on the hundreds of perennial favorite tales which have inspired generations and imbued a deep love of literature and art in millions over time. Welcome to the wonderful, unparalleled world of Icon Audio Arts.

Frederick Douglass was an American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman. After escaping from slavery in Maryland, he became a national leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York, gaining note for his oratory and incisive antislavery writings. Accordingly, he was described by abolitionists in his time as a living counter-example to slaveholders’ arguments that slaves lacked the intellectual capacity to function as independent American citizens. Likewise, Northerners at the time found it hard to believe that such a great orator had once been a slave. This is his story.

Since the Battle of Little Bighorn, George Armstrong Custer (1839-1876) possessed one of the most unique places in American history. Although he was a capable cavalry officer who served honorably during the Civil War, he remains one of the most instantly identifiable and famous military men in American history due to the fact he was killed during one of the country’s most well-known and ignominious defeats, the Battle of Little Bighorn. And yet, this one relatively insignificant battle during America’s Indian Wars has become one of the country’s most mythologized events and continues to fascinate Americans nearly 140 years later. Though he’s now best remembered for “Custer’s Last Stand”, Custer mastered the art of public relations, dressing impeccably and having newspaper correspondents accompany him on the campaign, all in an effort to help cultivate and enhance his legacy. For nearly 58 years, Elizabeth Bacon Custer was probably the most famous widow in the world. In this lively, fascinating, loving portrait of life on the plains with her already-famous husband, Libbie tells a civilized audience of the excitement, fun, and perils endured at a remote frontier post. Intelligent and beautiful, Libbie was a partner, confidant, and booster to the general, as well as an important figure in the social life of the posts he commanded. This book has been used as source material on the general’s life as well as the frontier army for well over a century. Celebrated among the prominent people of her day, Libbie never remarried after Custer’s death at the Little Bighorn in 1876. She spent the rest of her life writing and lecturing about him, burnishing his reputation and keeping his memory alive. Long a jewel of western Americana, this book continues to find and entertain

Mahatma Gandhi, an ambitious attorney turned simple orthodox Hindu holy man single-handedly came up with the philosophy of nonviolent noncooperation which successfully dislodged the British empire from their long held tyrannical imperial rule over India. In this in depth, often inspirational audiobook the important, and still timely story of this iconic social reformer is told along with rare unheard recordings of the Mahatma himself. This Imperative socio-political, philosophical, esoteric profile in courage is as important today as it was at the end of the British rule wherein, we face similar oppressive pressures from major powers such as United States of America against its own minority population. Here is the story of a soft-spoken determined man who not only asked seminal questions at the right time, but also came up with powerful, solutions to the mass oppression of a populace unwilling to live under the thumb of a foreign dictatorial power. This Icon audiobook exclusive is perfect for all students of political history, social reformation, the spiritual science of yoga, curious commuters as well as all school and university systems.

The enigmatic founder and leader of the Beatles, John Lennon was not only a groundbreaking musician and composer for the ages but also a keen philosopher, seeker of truth, and politically savvy advocate of nonviolence, tolerance, and unrestricted personal freedom. The enlightened big brother to now several generations, Lennon consistently gave everything he had, and then some, to his liberated, infectious music and wide-ranging, common-sense political ideals. In this expansive, comprehensive collection, the very best of John Lennon’s thought-provoking words, the myth, legend, and rumor surrounding this great man is stripped away, and the real John as artist and thoughtful global citizen emerges. Carefully edited to relieve the listener of the tedious twee of the almost always ill-informed and sensationalist-seeking interviewer, Lennon is free to speak his mind on an incredible array of subjects; including his work with the Beatles, his days as a freaky peace politician, his relationships with the other members of the group, the painful trails of his parentless childhood, the creation of his artistic work, and other equally engrossing entertaining Lennonspeak. Here is the perfect collection of the great John Lennon for every dedicated Beatles fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections.

Noted internationally known Self-help advocate and teacher of devotional yoga Prana Govinda Das was born in Liverpool, England in 1968 admittedly a pretty good year for all things bright and beautiful. He says, “From as early as I can remember I had a unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and a desire to understand the true nature of man and this world we live in. I was also always seeking out people who could answer all the questions I had about life, the universe and everything.” After studying film production in the early nineties Prana was able to fulfill his lifelong desire to travel to India. admittedly his first trip changed his life completely and forever. “At that point,” He recalls, “my thirst for material knowledge turned to desire to understand the spiritual side of life. For the next six years I returned frequently to, where I studied many different paths of Hinduism, Buddhism and other forms of yoga and meditation. However, even after learning and experiencing so much I was still left incomplete.” in 2001 during the young man’s sixth trip to India, he travelled to Vrindavan, a holy town associated with Lord Krishna south of Delhi. It was there he met his spiritual guide, and mentor Srila Bhaktivedanta Naryana Goswami. Some twenty years on, Prana has been resident in his teacher’s temples all over the world, particularly India, Australia, America, and Europe. Welcome then to the inspirational, engrossing, all-inclusive teachings of Prana Govinda Das. 

Noted internationally known Self-help advocate and teacher of devotional yoga Prana Govinda Das was born in Liverpool, England in 1968 admittedly a pretty good year for all things bright and beautiful. He says, “From as early as I can remember I had a unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and a desire to understand the true nature of man and this world we live in. I was also always seeking out people who could answer all the questions I had about life, the universe and everything.” After studying film production in the early nineties Prana was able to fulfill his lifelong desire to travel to India. admittedly his first trip changed his life completely and forever. “At that point,” He recalls, “my thirst for material knowledge turned to desire to understand the spiritual side of life. For the next six years I returned frequently to, where I studied many different paths of Hinduism, Buddhism and other forms of yoga and meditation. However, even after learning and experiencing so much I was still left incomplete.” in 2001 during the young man’s sixth trip to India, he travelled to Vrindavan, a holy town associated with Lord Krishna south of Delhi. It was there he met his spiritual guide, and mentor Srila Bhaktivedanta Naryana Goswami. Some twenty years on, Prana has been resident in his teacher’s temples all over the world, particularly India, Australia, America, and Europe. Welcome then to the inspirational, engrossing, all-inclusive teachings of Prana Govinda Das. 

Noted internationally known Self-help advocate and teacher of devotional yoga Prana Govinda Das was born in Liverpool, England in 1968 admittedly a pretty good year for all things bright and beautiful. He says, “From as early as I can remember I had a unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and a desire to understand the true nature of man and this world we live in. I was also always seeking out people who could answer all the questions I had about life, the universe and everything.” After studying film production in the early nineties Prana was able to fulfill his lifelong desire to travel to India. admittedly his first trip changed his life completely and forever. “At that point,” He recalls, “my thirst for material knowledge turned to desire to understand the spiritual side of life. For the next six years I returned frequently to, where I studied many different paths of Hinduism, Buddhism and other forms of yoga and meditation. However, even after learning and experiencing so much I was still left incomplete.” in 2001 during the young man’s sixth trip to India, he travelled to Vrindavan, a holy town associated with Lord Krishna south of Delhi. It was there he met his spiritual guide, and mentor Srila Bhaktivedanta Naryana Goswami. Some twenty years on, Prana has been resident in his teacher’s temples all over the world, particularly India, Australia, America, and Europe. Welcome then to the inspirational, engrossing, all-inclusive teachings of Prana Govinda Das. 

Noted internationally known Self-help advocate and teacher of devotional yoga Prana Govinda Das was born in Liverpool, England in 1968 admittedly a pretty good year for all things bright and beautiful. He says, “From as early as I can remember I had a unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and a desire to understand the true nature of man and this world we live in. I was also always seeking out people who could answer all the questions I had about life, the universe and everything.” After studying film production in the early nineties Prana was able to fulfill his lifelong desire to travel to India. admittedly his first trip changed his life completely and forever. “At that point,” He recalls, “my thirst for material knowledge turned to desire to understand the spiritual side of life. For the next six years I returned frequently to, where I studied many different paths of Hinduism, Buddhism and other forms of yoga and meditation. However, even after learning and experiencing so much I was still left incomplete.” in 2001 during the young man’s sixth trip to India, he travelled to Vrindavan, a holy town associated with Lord Krishna south of Delhi. It was there he met his spiritual guide, and mentor Srila Bhaktivedanta Naryana Goswami. Some twenty years on, Prana has been resident in his teacher’s temples all over the world, particularly India, Australia, America, and Europe. Welcome then to the inspirational, engrossing, all-inclusive teachings of Prana Govinda Das. 

Noted internationally known Self-help advocate and teacher of devotional yoga Prana Govinda Das was born in Liverpool, England in 1968 admittedly a pretty good year for all things bright and beautiful. He says, “From as early as I can remember I had a unquenchable thirst for knowledge, and a desire to understand the true nature of man and this world we live in. I was also always seeking out people who could answer all the questions I had about life, the universe and everything.” After studying film production in the early nineties Prana was able to fulfill his lifelong desire to travel to India. admittedly his first trip changed his life completely and forever. “At that point,” He recalls, “my thirst for material knowledge turned to desire to understand the spiritual side of life. For the next six years I returned frequently to, where I studied many different paths of Hinduism, Buddhism and other forms of yoga and meditation. However, even after learning and experiencing so much I was still left incomplete.” in 2001 during the young man’s sixth trip to India, he travelled to Vrindavan, a holy town associated with Lord Krishna south of Delhi. It was there he met his spiritual guide, and mentor Srila Bhaktivedanta Naryana Goswami. Some twenty years on, Prana has been resident in his teacher’s temples all over the world, particularly India, Australia, America, and Europe. Welcome then to the inspirational, engrossing, all-inclusive teachings of Prana Govinda Das.

Who was the real John Lennon? We all know the music and the basic story, but this wildly passive aggressive kid from suburban Liverpool with a huge chip on his shoulder was an unlikely model for the international pop icon to come. He first started bashing out banjo chords on an old guitar, without even the requisite number of strings as a teen. Young John was very close to his mother and auntie, loved cats, attended church services, did his schoolwork, excelled at poetry and drawing, but he had something else too – a wild uninhibited love of American rock ‘n’ roll. In this one-of-a-kind audio treasure by the world’s acknowledged foremost prolific Beatles biographer Geoffrey Giuliano, the real John Lennon is laid bare and a deeper understanding of his magnetic personality and timeless music emerges. Here is the perfect audio treasure for every committed Lennon fan, pop historian, casual listener, student of 1960s art and culture, curious commuter, as well as all school and university systems. Ladies and gentleman meet the real John Lennon!

Dracula author Bram Stoker was born on November 8, 1847 in Dublin. Stoker was bedridden with an unknown illness until he started school at the age of seven when he made a complete recovery. Of this time, Stoker wrote, “I was naturally thoughtful, and the leisure of long illness gave opportunity for many thoughts which were fruitful according to their kind in later years.” He was educated in a private school run by the Reverend William Woods. Stoker visited the English coastal town of Whitby in 1890, and that visit was said to be part of the inspiration for Dracula. He began writing novels while working as the manager for London’s Lyceum Theatre, beginning with The Snake’s Pass in 1890 and Dracula in 1897. Stoker was part of the literary staff of The Daily Telegraph in London, and he wrote other fiction, including the horror novels The Lady of the Shroud (1909) and The Lair of the White Worm (1911). Dracula is an epistolary novel, written as a collection of realistic but completely fictional diary entries, telegrams, letters, ship’s logs, and newspaper clippings, all of which added a level of detailed realism to the story, a skill which Stoker had developed as a newspaper writer. At the time of its publication, Dracula was considered a “straightforward horror novel” based on imaginary creations of supernatural life. “It gave form to a universal fantasy and became a part of popular culture.” Here then is the dark Lord Dracula!

Neem Karoli Baba known to his followers as Maharaj-ji – was a great Hindu guru, mystic, and devotee of Lord Hanuman. He is very well known outside India for being the spiritual master of a number of prominent Americans who traveled to India in the 1960s and 70s, including spiritual teachers Ram Dass, Bhagavan Das, and musicians Krishna Das and Jai Uttal. His ashrams are in Kainchi, Vrindavan, Rishikesh, Shimla, Neem Karoli village near Khimasepur in Farrukhabad, Bhumiadhar, Hanumangarhi, Delhi in India, and in Taos, New Mexico. Maharaji was a lifelong adept of bhakti-yoga, and encouraged service to others (seva) as the highest form of unconditional devotion to God. There can be no biography of him. Facts are few, stories many. He seems to have been known by different names in many parts of India, appearing and disappearing through the years. His non-Indian devotees of recent years knew him as Neem Karoli Baba, but mostly as “Maharajji” – a nickname so commonplace in India that one can often hear a tea vendor addressed thus. Just as he said, he was “nobody”. He gave no discourses; the briefest, simplest stories were his teachings. Usually, he sat or lay on a wooden bench wrapped in a plaid blanket while a few devotees sat around him. Visitors came and went; they were given food, a few words, a nod, a pat on the head or back, and they were sent away. There was gossip and laughter for he loved to joke. Orders for running the ashram were given, usually in a piercing yell across the compound. Sometimes he sat in silence, absorbed in another world to which we could not follow, but bliss and peace poured down on us. Who he was was no more than the experience of him.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of Elvis Presley. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews – here is the perfect collection celebrating the king of rock for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography!

Dr. Richard Alpert, a former Harvard professor and Timothy Leary cohort, was an icon of the 1960s hippie, LSD fueled revolution. Thereafter, on a trip to India – like Clark Kent changing into Superman – he became the much beloved spiritual teacher Baba Ram Das, whose 1970s iconic book, Be Here Now, turned on a generation to the deep, non-sectarian spirituality within us all. Author Geoffrey Giuliano became friends with Ram Das in the early ’70s and traveled America playing Indian drums at his speaking engagements. During that time the two discussed the publication of some of his lectures but nothing was ever done and the two lost touch. Now, finally, after all these years, Giuliano keeps his promise to his old friend, publishing this original audio history of one of our most inspired and cherished spiritual teachers.

Swami Satchidananda was the founder of Integral Yoga International. He taught that the birthright of all is to realize the spiritual unity behind the diversity throughout creation and live harmoniously as members of “one universal family”. Swami was born into a loving spiritual family on December 22nd in 1914 during the month known as Margali, the Dawn of the Devas. From an early age, Swami (or Ramaswamy as he was known at the time) displayed many spiritual tendencies and a deep dedication to the truth. Thus, at the age of 28 he decided to devote himself full time to his spiritual practice. There then followed a period of seeking the wisdom and blessing of various saints and sages. Although a sannyasin Satchidananda was active in serving others and was happy to use modern technology to disseminate the teachings of yoga. Like many great Saints, Satchidananda believed all religions could lead seekers to the same goal. His interfaith motto was “Truth Is One, Paths Are Many.” In 1966 the artist Peter Max invited him to New York this led to Satchidananda deciding to stay becoming an American citizen. In the west, he initiated many and lectured throughout the world. He often participated in interfaith initiatives. His mission was to bring people together in the spirit of harmony.

This stirring, evocative, one-of-a-kind new audiobook chronicles the legendary scholar, social reformer, activist and author, the charismatic, Dr. Cornel West, in a loving tribute to his great work and exemplary life. Here is the lauded university professor and folksy intellectual up close and personal exposing his sage ideals in own inimitable, stylish, endearing way. Who else in this weary world can confound and confront even his enemies yet engender smiles on the faces of all? This great man continues his mission to enlighten, educate, and counsel folks everywhere in his sometimes fierce, though always concerned and loving way. Here is Dr. West in his own words, in his own time, a charismatic apostle of that mercurial Love Supreme. A must for all university and academic collections.

The question of whether it is right to eat animals is the most prominent topic in food ethics. People choose not to eat meat for various reasons such as concern for animal welfare, the environmental impact of meat production (environmental vegetarianism), and health considerations. Some argue slaughtering animals because people enjoy the taste of meat is morally wrong. Vegans abstain from all animal products for similar reasons. Ethical vegetarians and vegans may also object to the practices underlying the production of meat, or cite concerns about animal welfare, , environmental ethics, and religious reasons. Here is the audio book that explains it all. 

Eden Giuliano presents a brand-new line of exciting children’s stories from Icon! The Brothers Grimm, Jacob and Wilhelm were German academics, philologists, cultural researchers, lexicographers and authors who together collected and published folklore during the 19th century. We know you will enjoy this very special series from Icon Audio Arts hosted by young Eden Giuliano!

Krishna – the name itself is somehow transcendental and evokes a certain distant familiarity and evocative longing. In fact, it is said the name of Krishna is non-different from Himself. The ancient Vedic Scriptures also confirm that Krishna, as the Supreme Personality Of Godhead, is therefore present in the sound vibration of His holy name. If Krishna’s name, and indeed Sanskrit itself, has this non-dual nature wherein that which is named and the name is one and the same, then the aspiring devotional yogi, can, by simply chanting Krishna’s name, either by itself or via the iconic Maha Mantra: HARE KRISHNA HARE KRISHNA KRISHNA KRISHNA HARE HARE HARE RAMA HARE RAMA RAMA RAMA HARE HARE actually associate eternally with the Lord via this unique transcendental sound vibration. This has been the way of Bhakti Yoga in the Vaishnava tradition for over five thousand years. To further extrapolate this mystical ideal, it is said by sages everything relating to Sri Sri Radha Krishna has the same liberating potency including Their transcendental pastimes on this earth in Their many forms. This inspirational, devotional, entertaining, one of a kind, genuinely mystical audiobook presents Bhagavan Sri Krishna in his many alluring and mystifying incarnations (known as Das Avatar) accompanied by an amazing production of sound effects, music and other talented performers which help tell these ancient fascinating tales so well. Here is the perfect audio companion for every serious aspiring yogi, confirmed devotee, student of eastern philosophy, curious commuter, or indeed anyone wishing to broaden the awareness of their true spiritual nature of the elemental essence of Sat Chit Ananda or eternity.

Neem Karoli Baba known to his followers as Maharaj-ji – was a great Hindu guru, mystic, and devotee of Lord Hanuman. He is very well known outside India for being the spiritual master of a number of prominent Americans who traveled to India in the 1960s and 70s, including spiritual teachers Ram Dass, Bhagavan Das, and musicians Krishna Das and Jai Uttal. His ashrams are in India, and in Taos, New Mexico. Maharaji was a lifelong adept of bhakti-yoga, and encouraged service to others (seva) as the highest form of unconditional devotion to God. There can be no biography of him. Facts are few, stories many. He seems to have been known by different names in many parts of India, appearing and disappearing through the years. His non-Indian devotees of recent years knew him as Neem Karoli Baba, but mostly as “Maharajji” – a nickname so commonplace in India that one can often hear a tea vendor addressed thus. Just as he said, he was “nobody”. He gave no discourses; the briefest, simplest stories were his teachings. Usually, he sat or lay on a wooden bench wrapped in a plaid blanket while a few devotees sat around him. Visitors came and went; they were given food, a few words, a nod, a pat on the head or back, and they were sent away. There was gossip and laughter for he loved to joke. Orders for running the ashram were given, usually in a piercing yell across the compound. Sometimes he sat in silence, absorbed in another world to which we could not follow, but bliss and peace poured down on us. Who he was was no more than the experience of him. Here are his sublime life and teachings. SPECIAL GUEST RAM DAS

Samuel Langhorne Clemens known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer. He was lauded as the “greatest humorist the United States has produced,”[and William Faulkner called him “the father of American literature” His novels include The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (1876) and its sequel, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884), the latter often called “The Great American Novel”. Twain was raised in Hannibal, Missouri, which later provided the setting for Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. He served an apprenticeship with a printer and then worked as a typesetter, contributing articles to the newspaper of his older brother Orion Clemens. He later became a riverboat pilot on the Mississippi River before heading west to join Orion in Nevada. He referred humorously to his lack of success at mining, turning to journalism for the Virginia City Territorial Enterprise. His humorous story, “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County”, was published in 1865, based on a story that he heard at Angels Hotel in Angels Camp, California, where he had spent some time as a miner. The short story brought international attention and was even translated into French. His wit and satire, in prose and in speech, earned praise from critics and peers, and he was a friend to presidents, artists, industrialists, and European royalty. Twain earned a great deal of money from his writings and lectures, but he invested in ventures that lost most of it—such as the Paige Compositor, a mechanical typesetter that failed because of its complexity and imprecision. He filed for bankruptcy in the wake of these financial setbacks, but in time overcame his financial troubles with the help of Henry Huttleston Rogers. He eventually paid all his creditors in full, even though his bankruptcy relieved him of having to do so. Twain was born shortly after an appearance of Halley’s Comet, and he predicted that he would “go out with it” as well

Samuel Langhorne Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was a uniquely American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher and lecturer. Among his novels are The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and its sequel, the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, the latter often called “The Great American Novel”. We know the work but what about the great man behind it? In this well told audiobook Twain speaks about particulars of his turbulent life and times. A must have addition to all university and school systems.

From the extensive private archives of the world’s foremost Beatles’ historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano, comes perhaps the rarest, virtually unheard long lost interviews with the founder and spiritual heart of the Beatles. In these incredible tapes, you will come to know the real John Lennon in his own stirring words and ultra-private thoughts. Here is the single chance to understand the real and complex man behind the music and appreciate, even more deeply, the incredible music behind the man. Perfect for all hard-core Beatles collectors, John Lennon fans, pop historians, curious commuters, Interested musicians, and all library and school collections. A once-in-a-lifetime real life audio experience

Aleister Crowley was born 12 October 1875. He was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life. Born to a wealthy family in Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, Crowley rejected his parents’ fundamentalist Christian faith to pursue an interest in Western esotericism. He was educated at Trinity College at the University of Cambridge, where he focused his attentions on mountaineering and poetry. Some biographers allege that here he was recruited into a British intelligence agency, further suggesting that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he was trained in ceremonial magic. Moving to Boleskine House by Loch Ness in Scotland, he went mountaineering in Mexico before studying Hindu and Buddhist practices in India. He married Rose Edith Kelly and in 1904 they honeymooned in Cairo, Egypt Crowley declared his followers should “Do what thou wilt” and seek to align themselves with their True Will through the practice of magick. Herein is a treasury of his long-lost writings, words and ideals. 

Enter into ageless philosophy of the great, silent spiritual master Avatar Meher Baba in this comprehensive compendium of this iconic teacher’s greatest thoughts and ideas. Sri Meher Baba is the popular spiritual master of the great Pete Townshend of the iconic rock band The Who, as well as the inspiration behind the composer’s greatest works. Written and narrated by Baba historian, author, and actor Geoffrey Giuliano. Includes: Who is Avatar Meher Baba The sublime teachings of Meher Baba: a discourse by Sri Adi K. Irani Meher Baba’s Parvadigar and other prayers Quotations by Meher Baba Meher Baba: a celebration Hare Krsna mantra (by Geoffrey Giuliano) Radhe Govinda Bolo (by Geoffrey Giuliano) Here is a rare audio encounter that is a must-have for everyone, perfect for all school or university collections.

Over the years, MDMA has become one of the most popular drugs available on the black market, and to a limited extent, in clinical therapy trials. Known on the street as XTC, this powerful symbiotic substance is lauded for its empathic properties and feel-good profile. Although the drug can be seriously abused by incautious revelers, more seasoned, thoughtful use is increasing. This is the story of MDMA and the gentle scientist behind its popularization. Sasha Shulgin, a well-respected chemical research scientist, has been a beacon of light in the exploration of various so-called psychedelic substances. This is his story in his own words. An Icon Audio Book original.

Meher Baba was an Indian spiritual master who claimed to be his era’s Avatar, or God in human form. A major spiritual figure of the 20th century, he was the central figure around the “Meher Baba Movement”, and estimates of his following range from the hundreds of thousands to the millions. Enter into ageless philosophy of the great, silent spiritual master Avatar Meher Baba in this comprehensive compendium of this iconic teacher’s greatest thoughts and ideas. Sri Meher Baba is the popular spiritual master of the Pete Townshend of the iconic rock band The Who, as well as the inspiration behind the composer’s greatest works. Written and narrated by Baba historian, author, and actor Geoffrey Giuliano. Here is a rare audio encounter that is a must-have for everyone, perfect for all school or university collections. This wonderful, artful audiobook is an absolute must for all 1960s historians, scholars, devotees, students, yogis, and committed lovers of Meher Baba as well as all university and school collections. Download and start listening to this classic, uplifting audiobook now!

Enter into ageless philosophy of the great, silent spiritual master Avatar Meher Baba in this comprehensive compendium of this iconic teacher’s greatest thoughts and ideas. Sri Meher Baba is the popular spiritual master of the great Pete Townshend of the iconic rock band The Who, as well as the inspiration behind the composer’s greatest works. 

Michael Jordan is more than a great player, a living legend, and an icon of our times. He is, when all is said and done, a great man. In this stirring audio biography Jordan sets the record straight on his amazing life and career and the single-minded inspiration behind it all.

Neem Karoli Baba known to his followers as Maharaj-ji – was a Hindu guru, mystic and devotee of the Hindu lord Hanuman. Here is the essence of his remarkable life and teachings

Miracle on 34th Street (initially released as The Big Heart in the United Kingdom) is a 1947 American Christmas comedy-drama based on a story by Valentine Davies The story takes place between Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day in New York City, and focuses on the effect of a department store Santa Claus who claims to be the real Santa Davies also wrote a short novelization of the tale, which was published by Harcourt Brace simultaneously with the film’s release.

Moby-Dick; or, The Whale is an 1851 novel by American writer Herman Melville. The book is the sailor Ishmael’s narrative of the obsessive quest of Ahab, captain of the whaling ship Pequod, for revenge on Moby Dick, the giant white sperm whale that on the ship’s previous voyage bit off Ahab’s leg at the knee. A contribution to the literature of the American Renaissance, the work’s genre classifications range from late Romantic to early Symbolist. Its reputation as a “Great American Novel” was established only in the 20th century, after the centennial of its author’s birth. 

Moby-Dick; or, The Whale is an 1851 novel by American writer Herman Melville. The book is the sailor Ishmael’s narrative of the obsessive quest of Ahab, captain of the whaling ship Pequod, for revenge on Moby Dick, the giant white sperm whale that on the ship’s previous voyage bit off Ahab’s leg at the knee. A contribution to the literature of the American Renaissance, the work’s genre classifications range from late Romantic to early Symbolist. Its reputation as a “Great American Novel” was established only in the 20th century, after the centennial of its author’s birth. 

Muhammad Ali, perhaps the world’s most famous person, is much more than a boxer or celebrity but a man of mountain-high spirit and compassion. His deep commitments to his faith and humanity at large have shot him into the stratosphere of human history. For the first time, you can hear the living legend narrate his own story from the rough-and-tumble streets of Kentucky to everyone’s favorite superstar. It is a poignant, heartfelt tale told as only Ali could tell it.

In part two of this searching autobiography of the great Muhammed Ali, Ali faces the end of his boxing career as he looks squarely into the face of old age, and addresses the Parkinson’s that cut short his public life, but strengthened his personal faith and family life. With rare interviews.