Sinclair Lewis - Nobel Prize in Literature 1930 - "Land" is a compelling narrative that delves into the life of Sidney Dow, a young man caught between the expectations of urban success and the call of rural heritage. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century America, this story navigates the complexities of identity, ambition, and familial obligation. S ... Show More
Oct 22
Willa Cather – "The Enchanted Bluff" - 1909
🌄 Willa Cather – The Enchanted Bluff (1909) ✨A quiet elegy for youth, memory, and the dreams that fade with time. On a soft Nebraska evening, a group of boys camp beside the river, their laughter rising with the sparks of the fire. One of them — Tip Smith — tells of a faraway me ... Show More
22m 57s
Jul 2024
E106 - Donald Hoffman: The Emerging Science, “We Are ONE Consciousness” - Life, Death & The Simulation
<p>Donald Hoffman is back on Know Thyself today to explore the constraints of time and space, and how they shape our understanding of the world around us. He discusses the "headset analogy" - the idea that our senses act as a kind of cognitive filter, preventing us from ... Show More
2h 20m
Jan 2025
War and Peace, Volume 1 by Leo Tolstoy ~ Full Audiobook [history]
War and Peace, Volume 1 by Leo Tolstoy audiobook.
Genre: history
Immerse yourself in the sweeping epic of 'War and Peace, Volume 1' by Leo Tolstoy, a masterful tapestry of human experience set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars that deftly combines the grandeur of histo ... Show More
14h 48m
Jan 2025
The Later Life by Louis Couperus ~ Full Audiobook [drama]
The Later Life by Louis Couperus audiobook.
Genre: drama
Dive into the enchanting world of Louis Couperus's 'The Later Life,' a masterful exploration of the intricate tapestry of human emotions, societal expectations, and the relentless passage of time. Set against the backdrop ... Show More
8h 19m