Adult DAISY Audio Books and Online Digital Audio - Non-fiction

• Animals (Science)
• Biography
• Blindness and Visual Impairment
• Business
• Cookbooks
• Fine Arts
• Food
• Gardening
• General Non-Fiction
• Health
• History (Canadian)
• History
• Holidays
• Language Instruction
• Literature
• Multicultural Non-Fiction in Canada
• Music
• Native People (Non-Fiction)
• Parenting
• Para-Science, Occult (Non-Fiction)
• Pet Care
• Philosophy
• Plays
• Political Science
• Politics and Government
• Psychology
• Religion (Christian)
• Science
• Self-Help Books
• Social Sciences
• Sports and Recreation
• Travel and Culture
• War
• Women
• Writing

Animals (Science)

DC02650
Dawn in a duck blind: a guide to the calls of waterfowl Commentary by A. A. Allen.
1 disc. Narrated by Arthur Augustus Allen, Peter Paul Kellogg, and Owen Jordan.
Authentic sounds of American birds made in their natural haunts. Includes identification of the birds and demonstrations on the technique of duck calling. 1960. Taped with: Bird songs in your garden, recorded by P. P. Kellogg and A. A. Allen. Recorded sounds of various birds that can be found in the garden. 1961.

DC07641
A book of bees: --and how to keep them by Sue Hubbell.
1 disc. Narrated by Pat McDermott.
This book is a mixture of memoir, nature journal and beekeeping manual. Hubbell takes the reader step-by-step through the various tasks of beekeeping during each season. Describes hive construction, re-queening and the harvest. 1988.

Biography

DC33144
Peter the Great by Matthew Smith Anderson.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This text examines the complexities of Peter the Great's character and achievements. 1987.

DC21681
Dancing from the heart: a memoir by Frank Augustyn with Barbara Sears.
1 disc. Narrated by Vincent Tovell.
Frank Augustyn, the first male graduate of the National Ballet School to become an international dance star, reflects on his life as a dance, teacher, father, artistic director and TV producer. Stories about the companies, famous dancers and choreographers he has known and worked with, including Karen Kain and Rudolf Nureyev, and his perspective on Canadian ballet in the 1970's and 1980's. 2000.

DC33154
Mozart by Richard Baker.
1 disc. Narrated by Michael Birch.
This biography tells the story of Mozart's triumphant tours across Europe as a child prodigy, his unwilling servitude under the Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg, enlivened by his rebellious behaviour and remarkable earthy sense of humour, and the tragedy of his early death. 1997.

DC33160
The diving-bell and the butterfly by Jean-Dominique Bauby.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
The diary of Jean-Dominique Bauby who, with his left eyelid (the only functioning muscle after a massive stroke) dictated a remarkable account of being locked inside his own body. 1997.

DC33169
Bach by Malcolm Boyd.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
A comprehensive biography of the composer, this book looks at the events of his life as well as the development of his musical style. 1995.

DC20668
The greatest generation by Tom Brokaw.
1 disc. Narrated by Bryon Johnsen.
Recalling his coverage of the fortieth anniversary of D-Day in 1984, reporter Brokaw describes World War II veterans as "the greatest generation any society has produced." Profiles individuals who sacrificed for their country, including Thomas Broderick--who founded the Blinded Veterans Association--and businessman Bob Bush, who lost an eye in a heroic rescue mission. Bestseller. 1998.

DC33190
Bindon by Wensley Clarkson.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
John Bindon is a modern legend. A fine screen presence and a powerful figure in London's underworld, his film-star looks, charm and talent brought him worldwide exposure. His story reads like the plot of a movie which Big John himself might have landed a part in. Usually typecast in tough-guy roles, his on-screen persona was chillingly close to the real-life one. Big John's nickname came from his status as a legendary sexual performer, so it was no surprise that his encounters with stunning women, most famously Princess Margaret, led to numerous high profile relationships. This is the book about a man who was many different things to many people, but never anything but himself. 2007.

DC22217
Randy Bachman: takin' care of business by John Einarson, Randy Bachman.
1 disc. Narrated by Duane Dahl.
A biography of rock guitarist Randy Bachman, from his early days in Winnipeg, to his years with the Guess Who and BTO. A songwriter, producer, guitarist, and session player, Bachman has played an integral role in the evolution and growth of the Canadian music industry. Some strong language. 2000.

DC12128
The worldly years, 1949-1972: the life of Lester Pearson by John English.
1 disc. Narrated by Vincent Tovell.
The second volume of English's biography of Lester Pearson covers the last 20 years of Pearson's career. During this period, Pearson moved from the diplomatic corps to politics, and became Prime Minister in 1963. Sequel to "Shadow of heaven." 1992.

DC33257
Roman candle: the life of Bobby Darin by David Evanier.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
By age 8 Bobby Darin knew he was doomed to die young. So he set out to become a showbiz legend by age 25. From his Grammy-winning smash hit "Mack the Knife" to his Oscar-nominated supporting role in Captain Newman, M.D., Darin left his mark on every aspect of show business that he touched. Now, 32 years after his death at age 37, we finally have a written, multilayered portrait of this brash, gifted artist. 2004.

DC33200
Fox's book of martyrs : a history of the lives, sufferings and triumphant deaths of the early Christian and the protestant martyrs edited by William Byron Forbush.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This book tells the dramatic, true stories of men, women, and children who, in the face of indescribable persecution, gave their lives for the sake of Christ. 1926.

DC08585
Ambassador's journal: a personal account of the Kennedy years by John Kenneth Galbraith.
1 disc. Narrated by Dennis Rooney.
This journal which covers the author's 27 months as ambassador to India includes letters he wrote to President Kennedy which describe his daily routine and include his opinions on several well-known American officials. 1969.

DC09564
Ava: my story by Ava Gardner.
1 disc. Narrated by Yvonne Fair Tessler.
Actress Ava Gardner describes her marriages to Mickey Rooney, Artie Shaw and Frank Sinatra, as well as her affair with Howard Hughes and her problems with alcohol. She provides behind-the-scenes gossip about her films, including "The barefoot Contessa" and "The night of the iguana". Strong language. Bestseller 1990.

DC33294
Ken Tyrrell: the authorised biography by Maurice Hamilton.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
Ken Tyrrell was one of the most respected figures in Formula 1 for nearly four decades. This biography provides an expose of the man himself, and an insight into the drama and excitement of the world of Formula 1 motor racing. 2002.

DC24982
Seldom disappointed: a memoir by Tony Hillerman.
1 disc. Narrated by Michael Russotto.
Author of award-winning Navaho mysteries records his memoir of growing up in depression-era Oklahoma, serving with the World War II American infantry, pursuing a career in journalism, and teaching at the University of New Mexico. Concludes with notes on his works and some origins of his ideas. 2001.

DC33314
Michael Schumacher: the Ferrari years by Christopher Hilton.
1 disc. Narrated by narrator.
It took five years, but when Michael Schumacher gave Ferrari the World Championship he proved himself one of the greatest of all Grand Prix drivers. This text describes each of his races from 1996, including the genius and the disgrace. 2001.

DC33322
The ordeal of Ivor Gurney by Michael Hurd.
1 disc. Narrated by Carol Halls.
This biography tells the tragic story of Ivor Gurney, a composer and poet. His poetry, music and life are examined from his childhood to the grim years of World War I, and finally his descent into madness, ending his days in a lunatic asylum. 1990.

DC30983
The deserter's tale: the story of an ordinary soldier who walked away from the war in Iraq by Joshua Key ; as told to Lawrence Hill.
1 disc. Narrated by John Targett.
2002. Author Key enlisted in the U.S. Army to learn a trade and provide for his family, and was assured that he would never see combat. Instead, he was sent to Iraq to hunt for terrorists, a mission that involved beating civilians, kidnapping, and destroying homes and families. While on a two-week furlough, Key decided he couldn't go back to Iraq, and took his family to Canada. 2007.

DC32995
White line fever: the autobiography by Lemmy Kilmister with Janiss Garza.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
Medically speaking, Lemmy should be dead. After years of notorious excess, his blood would kill another human being. This is the story of the heaviest drinking, oversexed speedfreak in the business. Lemmy quickly outgrew his local bands in Wales, and tripped through his early career with the Rocking Vicars, backstage touring with Jimi Hendrix, and his time with Hawkwind. In 1975 he went on to create speedmetal and form the legendary band Motorhead. Descriptions of sex. 2003.

DC33050
The world's wickedest women by Margaret Nicholas.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Lucrezia Borgia, Lola Montez, Empress Tzu-hsi, Chicago May: this book is about women who have made their mark in history. They either disobeyed the moral code, or were misunderstood by contemporaries and historians. Some were very cruel and wicked indeed. 1994.

DC33066
Follow the rabbit-proof fence by Doris Pilkington (Nugi Garimara).
1 disc. Narrated by Frances Edmond.
This story is based on the true account of the author's mother, who, as a young girl led her two sisters on an extraordinary 1600 kilometre walk across remote Western Australia. Aged eight, eleven and fourteen, they escaped a government institution for Aboriginal children removed from their families. Barefoot, without provisions, tracked by police and planes, the girls followed the fence home. 2002.

DC33408
Tarrant on top of the world: in search of the polar bear by Chris Tarrant.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
A passionate angler, Chris Tarrant's interest in bears was first triggered by sightings of grizzlies whilst fishing in the wilds of Canada. For years he harboured a plan to mount an expedition in search of their most ferocious cousins, polar bears. They are to be found in greatest numbers in the extreme north of Norway, about 400 miles south of the pole, near Svalbard. This is a record of that trip, and a homage to the power and beauty of one of the most ferocious predators left on earth. 2005.

Blindness and Visual Impairment

DC33209
Understanding low vision by Randall T. Jose, editor.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
A thorough review that covers fundamentals, assessment, clinical services, training and instructional services, and future directions. The author establishes a framework for understanding the impact of low vision on functioning, learning, and psychosocial status. Special sections contain chapters, reports, technical materials, curriculum guides, resources, and questionnaires by experts from 21 areas. 1983.

Business

DC08849
The affluent society by John Kenneth Galbraith.
1 disc. Narrated by Lou Harpenau.
Conventional wisdom has it that John Kenneth Galbraith's "The Affluent Society" spawned the neoliberalism we see in Bill Clinton, Tony Blair, and other world leaders. The economist's prose, lofty but still easily manageable, laid down the gauntlet for the post-cold war class struggle that was still far in the future in 1958. Galbraith saw the widening gap between the richest and the poorest as an emergent threat to economic stability, and proposed significant investment in parks, transportation education, and other public amenities - what we now call infrastructure - to ameliorate these differences and postpone depression and revolution indefinitely. 1958.

DC19295
A short history of financial euphoria by John Kenneth Galbraith.
1 disc. Narrated by John Rayburn.
In an essay originally written for the financial community, Galbraith humorously discusses the major financial fiascos of the past three hundred years beginning with Tulipomania in Holland in 1636. He warns that history repeats itself and outlines the conditions necessary for another stock market crash while cautioning that human nature will never change. 1993.

DC01187
The age of uncertainty by John Kenneth Galbraith.
1 disc. Narrated by Guy Sorel.
Traces the history of ideas held by economists and social philosophers that have influenced the world in the last two hundred years. Based on the BBC series released in 1977. 1977.

Cookbooks

DC33163
Cooking like Mummyji by Vicky Bhogal.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Reveals a little-known cuisine with roots both in the Indian sub-continent and in Britain. In over 100 recipes she reveals secrets. Many of the names of her dishes will be familiar to aficionados of high-street Indian restaurants, but they will find the author's versions healthier, with fresher, more vivid colours. 2003.

DC33182
The Cranks recipe book by David Canter, Kay Canter, Daphne Swann.
1 disc. Narrated by Female narrator.
This book lets you into the secret of vegetarian cooking as developed by the Cranks restaurants. With a helpful introductory section and numerous delicious recipes for soups, starters, salads, dressings, sauces and savouries, not to mention sections devoted to baking, pudding, cereals, preserves, sweetmeats and drinks. 1985, c1982.

DC33273
The student vegetarian cook book : eating well without meat, mixer, microwave or money by Sarah Freeman.
1 disc. Narrated by Female narrators.
This book contains over 100 delicious and easy meatless recipes for hard-up healthy eaters. The dishes are simple and nutritionally balanced, requiring no experience and only basic equipment. All recipes have been researched and tested by students. 1992.

DC33197
The family cookbook by Good Housekeeping Institute.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This book contains over 120 recipes and is divided into chapters including Stocking the Storecupboard, Cooking for One or Two, Cooking with Children, Quick Weekday Meals, Weekend Recipes and Cooking Family Meals for Special Occasions. Recipes range from the simple, such as pork and noodle stir fry, to encourage non-cooks into the kitchen, to Thai chicken curry and Moroccan spice poussin for the more experienced cook. At the beginning of each chapter there is helpful and practical advice about where to buy key ingredients, how to plan your meals in advance and build up a collection of recipes that you can have on standby whatever the occasion. 2006.

DC33011
Chinese food : an introduction to one of the world's great cuisines by Kenneth Lo.
1 disc. Narrated by Female narrator.
The author demonstrates how to cook, eat and entertain the Chinese way. He looks at the types of meal - the banquet, the ordinary main meal, breakfast and tea, and discusses preparing food, cooking dishes and choosing delicious combinations. 1996.

DC33207
One dish meals : the easy way by Reader's Digest.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
The book contains over 380 recipes ranging from soups to salad, microwave to quick and easy and also includes a section on vegetarian cooking. The recipes are designed to inspire both experienced and inexperienced cooks and they employ fresh ingredients and inventive cooking techniques. 1994.

DC31318
Whining & dining: mealtime survival for picky eaters and the families who love them by Emma Waverman & Eshun Mott.
1 disc. Narrated by Pat Dorey.
Through trial and error, the authors have developed over 100 recipes that are a hit with kids and adults alike. And the numerous tips and tricks they offer for getting your picky eater to start enjoying mealtime are ones they have developed from their own experiences and those of their friends. The authors believe that there is a way to feed your kids healthy foods that they will eat, and that they will learn to trust their bodies and start choosing foods that are delicious and good for them. 2007.

Fine Arts

DC33365
The Penguin dictionary of art and artists by Peter and Linda Murray.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This comprehensive and detailed reference contains entries on major artists of the last seven centuries; short biographies of over 1,200 artists; descriptions of artistic techniques and styles; definitions of artistic movements; and much more. 1983.

DC33110
The English vision : the picturesque in architecture, landscape and garden design by David Watkin.
1 disc. Narrated by narrator.
This text is both an account of the most widespread artistic concern of eighteenth-century England, and a history of unique indigenous tradition of architecture in its setting. It includes chapters on the early landscape gardens; on the fashion for ruins and follies; on the theory and practice of garden design; on the influence of the Picturesque in Europe; and on the history of village design and town-planning, culminating in the garden city. 1982.

Food

DC33168
The herb book : all about herbs and their uses with over 275 imaginative recipes by Arabella Boxer and Philippa Back.
1 disc. Narrated by Female narrator.
This text describes the history and traditions of herbs and explains about their uses and cultivation - from home-made cosmetics, herbal teas and sweet-scented potpourri to the flavour of herbs in cooking. The text presents over 275 recipes from light soups to health-giving drinks. 1980.

DC29560
Canadians at table: food, fellowship, and folklore : a culinary history of Canada by Dorothy Duncan.
1 disc. Narrated by Rosemary Mcclelland.
An introduction to the diverse culinary history of Canada, from the diet of the First Nations and the foods that fuelled the fur traders, to the adaptability of the early settlers in their new environment. As communities developed and transportation improved, waves of newcomers arrived, bringing their memories of foods, beverages, and traditions they had known, which were almost impossible to implement in their new homeland. An overview of one of the most unique and fascinating food histories in the world and how it continues to change to serve Canadians from coast to coast. 2006.

Gardening

DC33341
The complete book of gardening by Brian Leverett.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
Great gardens come down to careful planning. So this guide tells you how to create a superb garden from scratch, with your favourite flowers, vegetables and fruit, herbs, and effective landscaping. It lists popular species, gives techniques for sowing and maintaining, and controlling pests. 1994.

General Non-Fiction

DC33401
The elite forces handbook of unarmed combat by Ronald Shillingford.
1 disc. Narrated by narrator.
The text covers practical self defence systems as used by the world's top soldiers. The book provides indepth detail on how soldiers defend themselves in an unarmed situation against assailants, knife attacks, bayonet attacks, firearms, chokes and headlocks. 2000.

DC26027
The gatekeepers: inside the admissions process of a premier college by Jacques Steinberg.
1 disc. Narrated by Naomi Joel.
In the fall of 1999, New York Times education reporter Jacques Steinberg was given the opportunity to observe the admissions process at prestigious Wesleyan University. Over the course of nearly a year, Steinberg accompanied admissions officer Ralph Figueroa on a tour to assess and recruit the most promising students in the country. The Gatekeepers follows a diverse group of prospective students as they compete for places in the nation's most elite colleges. Some strong language. 2002.

Health

DC31341
100 questions & answers about overactive bladder and urinary incontinence by Pamela Ellsworth, David A. Gordon.
1 disc. Narrated by Carolyn Morrow.
Two urologists provide a guide to help people suffering from overactive bladder and urinary incontinence. Discusses these conditions, explains their causes and treatment options, and offers tips from actual patients. 2005.

DC33199
Autism and Asperger syndrome by edited by Uta Frith.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
Uta Frith provides the first-ever translation into English of Asperger's paper and has brought together a variety of fascinating phenomenological and narrative accounts, of the syndrome and its varied presentations, accounts which are by no means entirely negative, for they show how much adaptation and learning and personal development is possible if there is a sensitive understanding of the precise problems involved. 1991.

DC32997
The complete guide to sexual fulfilment by Nitya Lacroix.
1 disc. Narrated by Male narrator.
This text provides information on: how to provide and achieve complete satisfaction; enjoying, exploring and refreshing a loving sexual relationship; creating the right environment, identifying needs, sharing fantasies. It is a guide book for today's sexual attitudes. Explicit descriptions of sex. 1999.

DC33202
NCT complete book of pregnancy by National Childbirth Trust edited by Daphne Metland.
1 disc. Narrated by narrator.
This guide to pregnancy covers every stage of pregnancy from conception through to labour, birth and the early days with a new baby. It includes accounts of real birth stories to give you an idea of what to expect. The text also includes: what to eat when pregnant; a guide to antenatal tests; pain relief in labour; getting to know your newborn baby; and breastfeeding. 2000.

History (Canadian)

DC15806
True North: the Yukon and Northwest Territories by William R. Morrison.
1 disc. Narrated by Mary Laurence.
Morrison brings together the idea of the Canadian North with the idea of it as a frontier. He covers the gold rush of the 1800s, the fur trade and the growth of the population in that region. c1998.

History

DC33162
War and society in revolutionary Europe, 1770-1870 by Geoffrey Best.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
A study of the armed forces used to make and prevent revolution in modern Europe. Beginning with the armed forces on the eve of the French Revolution, the author explains in detail about the societies of the Napoleonic age and gives an analysis of the revolutions and wars of the national liberation of 1848-66. 1982.

DC00680
Civilisation: a personal view [by] Kenneth Clark.
1 disc. Narrated by Alexander Scourby.
A history of Western Europe from the fall of Rome to the modern times. 1970.

DC15353
The Reformation: a history of European civilization from Wyclif to Calvin, 1300-1564 by Will Durant.
2 discs. Narrated by Robert Blumenfeld.
Part VI of the Story of Civilization surveys the men and the ideas, the beliefs and conflicts of the age of social and religious revolution. Discusses also the personalities of the period, such as Henry VIII, Joan of Arc, Martin Luther, and Columbus. 1985, c1957.

DC33264
Modern Ireland 1600-1972 by R F Foster.
1 disc. Narrated by Various female narrators.
This text covers the history of Ireland over the last four centuries. 1989.

DC31081
The sleeping Buddha: the story of Afghanistan through the eyes of one family by Hamida Ghafour.
1 disc. Narrated by Sondra Bolton.
In 2003, journalist Ghafour was sent to Afghanistan, which she had fled in 1981, to cover the country's reconstruction. In a place totally changed from the world her parents had described, she discovered a school which teaches women a new kind of independence, her cousin's determined parliamentary campaign, and the archaeologist digging for his country's lost civilization in the form of a giant sleeping Buddha. Some descriptions of violence. 2007.

DC33296
Darkness visible: a revelation and interpretation of Freemasonry by Walton Hannah.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This text provides for all interested in the Masonic controversy, the entire and authentic text of Masonic ritual of the first three degrees, the Royal Arch and the basis of the whole Masonic structure. It gives notes dealing with Ritual variations in Scotland, Ireland, America and with other degrees. Mark Masonry, Knights Templar, the Rose Croix and so on. Every degree is listed and the more important are described. 1975.

DC33300
The Edwardians by Roy Hattersley.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Drawing on previously unpublished diaries and letters, this book is an account of an age illuminated by the great characters of the time - Lloyd George and Churchill, Rolls and Royce, Scott and Shackleton, Elgar, Shaw, the Panhursts and Mrs Alice Keppel. A time when politics, science, literature and the arts were turned upside down and turbulent modern Britain was born. 2006.

DC33308
The histories by Herodotus ; translated by George Rawlinson ; edited by Hugh Bowden.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
The Histories is divided into nine books, each named after one of the Muses. The rise of the Persian Empire is chronicled, and the causes for the conflict with Greece. The central theme is the clash between the Persian Empire of King Xerxes and a handful of Greek city states in which the Greeks were against all odds, victorious. The story is set in the ancient world of the Mediterranean and Near Eastern world from Spain to India, and from Ethiopia to central Russia. 1992.

DC33345
Kenya, the Kikuyu and Mau Mau by David Lovatt Smith.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
A brief history of Kenya focusing on the Kikuyu people from the earliest records up to the end of colonial rule in 1963. The book includes many eye-witness and first hand accounts and is complemented by the author's own experience during some 50 years association with the country. 2005.

DC33348
The Arabs by Peter Mansfield.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
Drawing on his experiences as historian and journalist in the Middle East, Peter Mansfield explores social, political and historical aspects - from the pre-Islamic nomads of Arabia, the life of Muhammad and the rise of Arab power that followed to the Western colonial period, to the tragedy of Palestine and the modern Arab renaissance, reinforced by the power of oil. 1992.

DC33361
The spirit of change: China in revolution by Margot Morcombe, Mark Fielding.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This book is an inquiry-based study for senior history students. The sources provide ample material for readers to question, analyse and evaluate, subsequently developing an understanding of the past and guiding readers through the causes, events, leadership, ideology and aftermath of the revolution. This book addresses the curriculum requirements of the West Australian senior history syllabus and those of syllabi in other states. 1999.

DC33366
The reckoning of King Raedwald: the story of the king linked to the Sutton Hoo ship-burial by Sam Newton.
1 disc. Narrated by Various reader.
This book restates the case for King Raedwald with a consideration of his place in history as one of the first kings of all England and a central figure in the coming of Christianity. 2003.

DC33383
The Black Watch: a concise history by Trevor Royle.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
The Black Watch was formed at Aberfeldy in Perthshire in the early eighteenth century as an independent security force, or 'watch', to guard the approaches to the lawless areas of the Scottish Highlands. Instantly recognisable due to the famous red hackle cap badge and the traditional dark blue and green government tartan kilt from which it got its name, The Black Watch was renowned as one of the great fighting regiments of the British Army and served with distinction in all major conflicts from the War of Austrian Succession onwards. 2006.

DC33198
The Renaissance in Europe : a reader edited by Keith Whitlock.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This text presents questions on the nature of the Renaissance: is it a cultural phenomenon or an historical period? How distinctive were the philosophical and artistic developments, and what factors determined the reception of Renaissance culture in particular areas and disciplines? 2000.

DC33423
The English and the Norman conquest by Ann Williams.
1 disc. Narrated by narrator.
This text escapes the traditional view of the Norman Conquest by examining the more truly representative experience of the lesser lords and landowners among the English, who survived the Conquest and settlement, adapted to foreign customs and preserved much of the native tradition and culture. 1995.

DC33119
The Black Death by Philip Ziegler.
1 disc. Narrated by J.W.H. Crabbe.
It ebbed away as mysteriously as it had arrived, but how great was the destruction that it left behind? The author states the established facts, and considers the questions which are still disputed by experts. 1969.

Holidays

DC33183
Festivals, family and food by Diana Carey and Judy Large.
1 disc. Narrated by narrator.
This is a resource book for exploring the festivals scattered round the year which children love celebrating. Each festival has its own chapter and there are over 650 songs to sing, games for fun, food to make, stories, poems and things to do. The festivals are grouped into four main seasons with sections on birthdays, hungry teatimes, rainy days, convalescence, extra touches and a birthday calendar. 1982.

Language Instruction

DC33210
Collins easy learning French grammar.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
This text offers beginners a guide to the verbs and grammar of French. It explains the essential points of French grammar using simple language, with numerous examples showing usage. Key grammatical points are highlighted throughout the text as a means of reinforcement. In addition, a full glossary gives clear explanations of grammatical terminology. 2004.

DC33148
French skills for you by Colin Asher and David Webb.
1 disc. Narrated by Vic Hazel.
French textbook. For British National Curriculum Key Stage 4 & GCSE. 1984.

DC33204
Linguaphone Arabic course by Linguaphone Institute.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
This is a beginners' Arabic course for English speakers. 1987.

Literature

DC33052
The Yeats companion by Ulick O'Connor.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This book begins with a biography showing all Yeats' many facets, above all that of the poet constantly exploring the themes of love, nationalism and inevitable death. A critical commentary on alternating selections of poetry and prose encompasses Yeats in public and private and conveys the continual development of his creative imagination. 1991.

Multicultural Non-Fiction in Canada

DC14022
Trials and triumphs: the story of African-Canadians by Lawrence Hill.
1 disc. Narrated by Mary Laurence.
An historian provides an overview of the people and events in Canadian Black history from the earliest days to the present. He talks about slavery in Canada, African-Canadian settlers and immigrants, black churches and schools, immigration from the Caribbean, and black contributions in Canada. c1993.

Music

DC29574
Is tiny dancer really Elton's little John?: music's most enduring mysteries, myths, and rumors revealed by Gavin Edwards.
1 disc. Narrated by Simon Curwen.
This music myth-debunking volume is organized by subjects such as song lyrics, deaths, and the origins of album and song titles. Some of the rumours and mysteries Edwards untangles are old favourites, such as Paul McCartney's alleged death, Robert Johnson's purported sale of his soul to the devil, and the subject of Carly Simon's "You're so Vain." Others are more recent and obscure, such as Toto drummer Jeff Porcaro's death, what's not tattooed on Tom Waits's chest, and the inspiration for the White Stripes's "Hotel Yorba." Some descriptions of sex, strong language. 2006.

DC33054
The complete operas of Mozart : a critical guide by Charles Osborne.
1 disc. Narrated by Eric Acksteine.
This text gives an account of Mozart's 22 operas. The author explores the operas from four points of view: the historical setting and Mozart's own life at the time; the libretto and librettist; the story line; and finally the music itself. 1986.

Native People (Non-Fiction)

DC33208
Major problems in American Indian history: documents and essays edited by Albert L. Hurtado and Peter Iverson
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Designed to encourage critical thinking about history, this series introduces students to both primary sources and analytical essays on important topics in US history. Each volume presents a number of readings in a format that asks students to evaluate primary sources, test the interpretations of distinguished historians and others, and draw their own conclusions. 2001.

DC33089
Looking at totem poles written by Hilary Stewart ; with a foreward by Norman Tait.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This is a guide to 110 poles in easily accessible outdoor locations in coastal British Columbia and Alaska. Stewart describes the various types of poles, their purpose, and how they were carved and raised. She also identifies and explains frequently depicted figures and objects. Historical and cultural background are given, legends are recounted and often the carver's comments of anecdotes enrich the pole's story. 1993.

Parenting

DC33143
Colour therapy : the application of colour for healing, diagnosis and well-being by Mary Anderson.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Colour can bring us joy and healing. Each colour of the spectrum possesses specific healing properties. This book reveals the theory and practice of colour healing. 1990.

DC33185
The art of dreaming by Carlos Castaneda
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Using powerful ancient techniques to alter his state of consciousness, Castaneda travels into new worlds and encounters remarkable but dangerous beings; he conjoins energy bodies with another dreamer in order to dream and explore together, and thus acquires new knowledge and understanding. This book is an extraordinary and exciting adventure of the psyche unlike any other, which enables the reader to participate fully in the author's latest eye-opening and thrilling discoveries and explorations. 1993.

DC33293
The crystal bible: a definitive guide to crystals by Judy Hall.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This text covers all the major stones currently available and many lesser known, recently discovered crystals. This is a comprehensive guide to crystals, their shapes, colours and applications. The text also covers the practical and esoteric properties of each crystal, including spiritual, mental, psychological, emotional and physical effects, plus its use in crystal healing. 2003.

DC33310
Nostradamus : the end of the millennium : prophecies 1992-2001 by V.J. Hewitt and Peter Lorie.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
Employing a kind of prophetic detective hunt, aided by astrological readings from Dr Liz Greene, the astrologer and Jungian psychoanalyst, the author has unearthed a series of scenarios for the United States, the post-communist world, Europe and the United Kingdom which brings a new positive hope for the next two decades. In addition, this look at the Prophet's writings reveals some of the most intimate information related to women in the future, the state of marriage and relationships, and even a treasure hunt for gold still buried beneath a church in France. 1991.

Para-Science, Occult (Non-Fiction)

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Surviving adolescents: the must-have manual for all parents by Michael Carr-Gregg.
1 disc. Narrated by Richard Aspel.
Dr Michael Carr-Gregg is one of Australia's leading authorities on teenage behaviour. "Surviving Adolescents" is a clear and very down-to-earth manual, drawing on his wealth of experience and wisdom. It has advice on all the thorny issues that confront families with teenagers - sexuality, risky behaviours, laziness, school and study problems, and much more. And it is full of practical tips for everyday survival, including: communicating effectively with young people, defusing family conflict, setting limits, keeping the stress of parenting at bay, avoiding common mistakes like fighting over things that don't matter. 2005.

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What do you really want for your children? by Wayne W. Dyer.
1 disc. Narrated by Paul Baker.
This guide for parents explains in practical terms how to instill self-confidence, self-reliance, creativity and compassion in children. 1985.

Pet Care

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Puppy school: 7 steps to the perfect puppy by Gwen Bailey.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This text shows how to use positive reward-based training to achieve a happy, trained and well-behaved pet. It includes everything from obeying hand signals to socializing. 2005.

Philosophy

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The poetics of space by Gaston Bachelard ; translated from the French by Maria Jolas with a new foreward by John R Stilgoe.
1 disc. Narrated by Elizabeth Heritage.
This text is a lyrical exploration of home. The author takes us on a journey, from cellar to attic, to show how our perceptions of houses and other shelters shape our thoughts, memories, and dreams. 1994.

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The philosophy of Rousseau by Ronald Grimsley.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
This text discusses the philosophy of Rousseau. Topics include: the function of philosophy; the criticism of society; the state of nature and the nature of man; the psychological development of the individual; the moral development of the individual; religion; political theory; aesthetic ideas; and the problem of personal existence. 1973.

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Plato's Sophist by Martin Heidegger ; translated by Richard Rojcewicz and Andre Schuwer.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Plato's sophist is one of three platonic dialogues that show Socrates formulating his conception of philosophy as he prepares the defense for his trial. 2003.

DC33077
The problems of philosophy by Bertrand Russell ; with new introduction by John Skorupski.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This text examines subjects such as the distinction between appearance and reality, the existence and nature of matter, idealism, knowledge by acquaintance and by description, induction, and the limits and value of philosophical knowledge. 1998.

Plays

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Medea and other plays by Euripides ; translated with an introduction by Philip Vellacott.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
A collection of plays by Euripides. 'Medea' is the story of the princess's horrible revenge for the infidelity of Jason. 'Heracles' is one of his last plays. In 'Hecabe' and 'Electra' the wickedness of revenge is underlined. 1963.

DC32987
The League of Youth: [and other plays] : A Doll's house, The lady from the sea by Henrik Ibsen; translated by Peter Watts.
1 disc. Narrated by Peter Goss.
The different stages in the Norwegian playwright's literary and philosophical development are represented in three dramas. 1965.

DC33071
Kiss of the spider woman by Manuel Puig ; translated from the Spanish by Thomas Colchie.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Compiled together for the first time, here are three plays by Argentine novelist and playwright Manuel Puig, who died in 1990. The centrepiece of the volume is Puig's "Kiss of the Spider Woman", made into an acclaimed film starring William Hurt. Also included are the compelling works "Under a mantle of stars" and "Mystery of the rose bouquet". 1984.

DC33081
Plays pleasant: [part work] by Bernard Shaw.
1 disc. Narrated by Catherine Spencer.
You Never Can Tell was published as part of a volume of Shaw's plays entitled Plays Pleasant. The play is set in a seaside town and tells the story of Mrs Clandon and her three children, Dolly, Phillip and Gloria, who have just returned to England after an eighteen-year stay in Madeira. 1946.

Political Science

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International systems in world history : remaking the study of international relations by Barry Buzan and Richard Little.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This text tells the 60,000 year story of how humankind evolved from a scattering of hunter-gatherer bands to highly integrated global international political economy. It traces the evolution of ever-wider economic, societal and military-political international systems, and the interplay between these systems and the tribes, city states, empires, and modern states into which humans have organised themselves. 2000.

Politics and Government

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People without a country : the Kurds and Kurdistan edited by A.R. Ghassemlou, Gerard Chaliand, et al. ; translated from the French by Michael Pallis.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
This book covers the whole history of the Kurdish question over the past 60 years. The 15 million Kurds are the largest nation in the world with no state of their own. Ever since the old principalities of Kurdistan were carved up between Iran, Iraq and Turkey following the First World War, the Kurds have struggled ceaselessly for independence or autonomy. The Kurdish national question remains a pressing problem of the Middle East. 1980.

DC33364
Vigilance: a defence of British liberty by Ashley Mote.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
One day this book may be banned. Our right to freedom of speech will have been abolished. Some people think the United Kingdom has effectively been abolished already. It will certainly cease to exist as a free and sovereign nation unless we reverse the erosion of our ancient rights, freedoms and customs by endless interference in British affairs by the European Union. 2001.

Psychology

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Attachment by John Bowlby.
1 disc. Narrated by Deadrik Haye.
Examines the nature of the child's ties to the mother. Beginning with a discussion of instinctive behaviour, its causation, functioning, and ontogeny, the author proceeds to a theoretical formulation of attachment behaviour--how it develops, how it is maintained, what functions it fulfills. 1984. (Attachment and loss ; 1)

DC33259
Overcoming low self-esteem : a self-help guide using cognitive behavioral techniques by Melanie J.V. Fennell.
1 disc. Narrated by Joan Alan.
This book based on cognitive behavioural therapy has been developed as a self-help manual, and is designed to aid readers understand their condition, and, armed with new knowledge, to break out of the vicious circle of negative self-image, learn the art of self-acceptance and alter their lives for the better. 1999.

DC33407
Music and the mind by Anthony Storr.
1 disc. Narrated by Female narrator.
Music is the most mysterious and least tangible of all forms of art. Yet, Anthony Storr believes, music today is a deeply significant experience for a greater number of people than ever before. In this book, he explores why this should be so. 1992.

Religion (Christian)

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The fourth dimension: the key to putting your faith to work for a successful life by Dr Paul Yonggi Cho.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This book claims that a new dimension of living awaits you. It aims to guide you to: a creative way of life; a world of answered prayer; dynamic faith and true communion with God. 1979.

Science

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The universe from flat earth to quasar by Isaac Asimov.
1 disc. Narrated by Josephine Rowe.
The noted scientist and science fiction author explores the exciting implications of black holes, taking the reader on an engaging tour from the atom's innermost core to the outermost reaches of the universe. 1983.

DC33040
Explorers of space by Patrick Moore.
1 disc. Narrated by Rue Lawrence.
This book tells the story of astronomy from its birth to the present day, through the people who made the great discoveries. Some fifty men stand out as responsible for the most important discoveries, the "giant steps" mankind had to take on the road to the stars. 1986.

DC33201
Human movement: an introductory text edited by Marion Trew and Tony Everett.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This edition provides an introduction to the study of human movement for physiotherapists and other health care professions who undertake the assessment of movement and the rehabilitation of clients with impaired movement and function. 2005.

Self-Help Books

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What color is your parachute 2006: a practical manual for job-hunters and career-changers by Richard Nelson Bolles.
1 disc. Narrated by Tricia Matheson.
Revised and updated edition of the popular guide for determining job objectives and career goals. This 2006 version assesses the impact of global outsourcing on job growth as compared to actual job vacancies, which are the product of constant employment turnover. Offers advice for finding a niche. Includes resources. 2006.

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The sky's the limit by Wayne W. Dyer.
1 disc. Narrated by Bob Butz.
Explains how we can achieve heights of happiness and fulfillment by developing our human potential. Advises that we adopt a no-limit attitude to personal achievement, "accept our animal nature, and retain the fantasy and candour of childhood". 1980.

DC33359
How to mend your broken heart by Paul McKenna and Hugh Willbourn.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Almost everyone, at one time or another, is affected by a broken heart. But how can we cope with this most personal of traumas? In this book hypnotist Paul McKenna and psychotherapist Dr Hugh Willbourn show the reader how to cope with the grief which can accompany the break-up of a relationship. They give simple, highly effective, practical techniques to make you feel better fast and bring about lasting change. The book shows how to: understand emotional healing make crucial connections between key events in relationships and achieve a new understanding of love; change bad habits and eliminate destructive emotional patterns to open the door to a new love. 2003.

Social Sciences

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Couples, the shared unconscious and collusions : (the work of Dr Jurg Willi) by Derek Hill.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Dr Jurg Willi's name has been connected with a study of the dynamics of couple relationships for many years. These study notes discuss the ideas which Dr Willi developed, and set them in the context of writings by other authors who describe couple interaction and the psychological processes in individuals which contribute to it. 1980.

DC33325
Couples, conflict and change : social work with marital relationships by Adrian L. James and Kate Wilson.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
This book, aimed at social workers, draws together current thinking about marriage and marital problems. It looks at the theory behind it, practical approaches to intervention including sexual problems, cultural backgrounds, and the principles and practice of conciliation, as well as the law relating to separation and divorce. 1986.

DC33349
The selfish pig's guide to caring by Hugh Marriott.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
Six million people in the UK, often unnoticed by the rest of us, provide unpaid care for disabled or elderly relatives, friends or neighbours. Their job is long, lonely and hard, yet there is limited support and no formal training. As a result, carers suffer frequent damage to physical and mental health. This book is written for them - and also for the rest of us who don't know what being a carer is all about. The book airs such topics as sex, thoughts of murder, and dealing with the responses of friends and officials who fail to understand. 2006.

DC30302
Happiness: a history by Darrin M. McMahon.
1 disc. Narrated by Lucy Brennan.
Before therapy and self-help, the idea of happiness in this life was virtually unknown. McMahon looks back on 2,000 years of thought, from the plays of ancient Greece to the rhetoric of Rousseau and Jefferson, to examine texts that elucidate and confirm the development of Western notions of this elusive ideal. Some descriptions of sex. 2006.

Sports and Recreation

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An introduction to T'ai Chi by Alan Peck.
1 disc. Narrated by Various male and female narrators.
The author explains how t'ai chi is essentially a system of self-defence, which promotes balance, harmony and peace. This guide also covers its historical roots, practical information on how to get started, how it is taught and learned, benefits, and basic exercises and techniques. 1990.

DC33424
The essence of taiji qigong : the internal foundation of taijiquan by Jwing-Ming Yang.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
This text is for students who have learned a Taiji (Tai Chi) form and want to reach new levels of skill and ability. Regular Qigong practice accelerates the health benefits of Taiji; reducing stress, strengthening immune system and deepening awareness of breath and body coordination. 1994.

Travel and Culture

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With the Kama Sutra under my arm: an Indian journey by Trisha Bernard.
1 disc. Narrated by Jane Clifton.
Having been left for another, Trisha decides that the best way to nurse her broken heart is to escape to India, armed with a copy of the Kama. At the last minute, she is joined by her long lost backpacking companion, Sally. With her passion for architecture and history in her heart, and with the Kama Sutra under her arm, Trish Bernard takes us on a hilarious romp through India. 2006.

DC33288
A pattern of islands by Arthur Grimble.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
As an administrator in the Gilbert and Ellice Islands, Arthur Grimble lived among fishermen, sorcerers, fighters and poets - islanders who claimed descent from the pandanus tree of the Lord. Describing their ways - recounting his adoption into the Sun Clan, he has given us a popular classic. 1952.

DC33100
The innocents abroad by Mark Twain.
1 disc. Narrated by Female reader.
Based on letters Twain wrote from Europe to newspapers in San Francisco and New York as a roving correspondent, "The innocents abroad" (1869) is a burlesque of the sentimental travel books popular in the mid-nineteenth century. 1872.

War

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Where life and death hold hands by William Allister.
1 disc. Narrated by Mac Samples.
In 1941, during the defense of Hong Kong against the Japanese, 22-year-old William Allister was captured. Over the next four years, he endured disease, starvation and brutality as a prisoner of war. Four decades later, he returned to Camp 3D in Kawasaki, Japan to find peace of mind. Strong language and some violence. 1989.

DC33245
Blood, tears and folly : an objective look at World War II by Len Deighton.
1 disc. Narrated by Various readers.
A global history of "the darkest hour of the Second World War", from the invasion of Czechoslovakia to the aftermath of Pearl Harbour. Each section is set against a larger historical perspective. 1995.

DC33015
They called it Passchendaele : the story of the third battle of Ypres and of the men who fought in it by Lyn MacDonald.
1 disc. Narrated by Peter Goss.
The third battle of Ypres, culminating in a desperate struggle for the ridge and little village of Passchendaele, was one of the most appalling campaigns in the First World War. In this book, the author lets over 600 participants speak for themselves. A million Tommies, Canadians and Anzacs assembled at the Ypres Salient in the summer of 1917, mostly raw young troops keen to do their bit for King and Country. 1983.

DC33369
I'll take that one: dispelling the myths of civilian evacuation 1939-45 by Martin L. Parsons.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
In this book Dr. Parsons looks behind the government propaganda and traditional portrayals of the evacuation in order to uncover the myths which have surrounded this period in British History. His analysis of documentary evidence reveals a more complex picture of evacuation than has hitherto been recognised. Parsons has also allowed the evacuees to speak for themselves through his collection of oral history testimonies. 1998.

Women

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Caring for, caring about: women, homecare and unpaid caregiving by edited by Karen R. Grant [et al...].
1 disc. Narrated by Barbara Hague.
Women are estimated to comprise nearly 80 per cent of both paid and unpaid care workers, yet their numbers do not coincide with their influence. An examination of the current research on women, home care and unpaid caregiving, identifying the social conditions under which caregiving is undertaken. The book examines the global and local forces that shape caregiving, as well as the diverse experiences of women who care. 2004.

Writing

DC33196
Biographia literaria, or, Biographical sketches of my literary life and opinions: [part work] by Samuel Taylor Coleridge ; edited by James Engell and W. Jackson Bate.
1 disc. Narrated by Various narrators.
Biographia Literaria has emerged over the last century as a supreme work of literary criticism and one of the classics of English literature. Into this volume poured 20 years of speculation about the criticism and uses of poetry and about the psychology of art. Following the text of the 1817 edition, the editors offer the first completely annotated edition of the highly allusive work. 1984.

DC33376
Good essay writing: a social sciences guide by Peter Redman.
1 disc. Narrated by Male reader.
This text provides approaches and techniques that can help everyone to write good essays. Peter Redman provides answers to the key questions which need to be considered when preparing an essay. For example: what do tutors look for when marking essays? what kind of skills will be needed at different course levels? how can inadvertent plagiarism be avoided? what are the protocols for referencing? This book is intended for everybody studying social sciences wishing to brush up on their essay writing skills. 2001.