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After
How America Changed – and Prevailed – in the September 12 Era
Author: Steven Brill, Reader: Dennis Boutsikaris

Tragedy, challenge, recovery. Find out how September 11 changed us in this powerful, sweeping narrative of America in the year after the terrorist attack. The award-winning reporter takes a tough look at how the country has coped, where ithas floundered, and the challenges that remain ahead. "Sprawling, panoramic account... formidable... sharp reporting and lively characterizations."—Publishers Weekly

Abridged, 6 cassettes, History, Current Affairs, E6P260, 9780743532600, ~~$35.00~~ Now $17.50
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Arrogance
Rescuing America from the Media Elite
Author/Reader: Bernard Goldberg, Bernard Goldberg

This audiobook is hot! The Emmy Award-winning author of Bias continues his blistering criticism of the mainstream media, explaining why the slanting of the news is all but inevitable in today's current climate. He ruthlessly names names, and explains how things must change if we truly want balanced news. "He adds an intelligent, combative voice to the media mix,"—AudioFile

Abridged, 5 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E5W574, 9781586215743, ~~$31.98~~ Now $20.79
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At the Center of the Storm
Author: George Tenet, with Bill Harlow, Reader: Eric Conger

The former CIA director provides an unflinching chronicle of the war on terror. With unparalleled knowledge and breadth, he illuminates how the country was prepared – and not prepared – to deal with new and deadly threats. Thiscandid memoir is a revelatory look at the agency's dealings with national leaders at home and abroad.

Abridged, 11 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E9H086, 9780061150869, ~~$39.95~~ Now $19.95
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The Best Democracy Money Can Buy
The Truth About Corporate Cons, Globalization and High-Finance Fraudsters
Author: Greg Palast, Readers: Greg Palast, Al Franken, Janeane Garofalo, and others

From East Timor to Waco, he has exposed egregious cases of corruption, fraud, and financial manipulation. This exciting collection brings together some of his most powerful writing. Includes his Washington Post exposé on the 2000 presidential election in Florida, George W. Bush's payoffs to corporate cronies, the payola behind Hillary Clinton, and the faux energy crisis. "Provocative... makes it clear exactly where some Hollywood celebs stand on the political spectrum."—Publishers Weekly

Abridged, 4 cassettes, History, Current Affairs, E4X064, 9780142800645, ~~$29.95~~ Now $15.95
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Chain of Command
The Road from 9/11 to Abu Ghraib
Author: Seymour Hersh, with an introduction by David Remnick, Reader: Peter Friedman

If you want a comfortable listen, go elsewhere. Cogent, unnerving reporting from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author who exposed the Abu Ghraib prison scandal. A collection of his writings from The New Yorker as well as previously unpublished pieces. An American Library Association Notable and an Audie Award finalist. "Friedman, the unhurried reader, takes time to enunciate every word without letting the pace drag... [He makes it easy to] follow the points of the audiobook."—AudioFile

Abridged, 5 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E5H056, 9780060780562, $29.95
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Charlie Wilson's War
The Extraordinary Story of the Largest Covert Operation in History
Author: George Crile, Reader: Christopher Lane

Fueled by a maverick Texas congressman and a rogue CIA agent, it was the last battle of the Cold War. The most successful covert operation in the Agency's history gave billions of dollars to the Afghan freedom fighters struggling against the Soviets. But the scheme backfired, resulting in the rise of militant Islam. The movie stars Tom Hanks and Oscar-nominated Philip Seymour Hoffman. "This covert-ops chronicle is practically impossible to put down... superb."—Publishers Weekly

Abridged, 10 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E7B995, 9780786179954, ~~$29.95~~ Now $19.47
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Cobra II
The Inside Story of the Invasion and Occupation of Iraq
Authors: Michael R. Gordon and General Bernard E. Trainor, Reader: Craig Wasson

With unprecedented access to the movers and shakers of politics and the military, the only reporter embedded with the Allied land command offers a singularly authoritative, comprehensive, and unfiltered account of the war in Iraq. A galvanizing, often shocking account, focusing on strategy, battles, personalities, and the enemy. "The best account of the war to date."—The Washington Post's Book World

Abridged, 8 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E8R516, 9780739325162, $34.95
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The Commission
The Uncensored History of the 9/11 Investigation
Author: Phillip Shenon, Reader: Dave Mallow

The definitive account of the most important government investigation of our time. The veteran –New York Times– reporter who covered the 9/11 Commission from its creation probes the investigation of the terrorist attacks and uncovers startling new information about the inner workings of the commission and its relationship with the Bush White House. "[Mallow] delivers the material with an easy and transparent expertise. He conveys feeling and opinion subtly and indoing so mirrors the book."—AudioFile

Abridged, 5 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E5W066, 9781600240669, ~~$29.98~~ Now $14.98
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Conspiracy of Fools
Author: Kurt Eichenwald, Reader: Stephen Lang

Enron: a horrifying tale of ambition gone mad. A chilling, you-are-there glimpse into corporate executive suites, the Texas governor's mansion, the Justice Department, and even the Oval Office. Outrageous and true, a financial and political thriller. A 2006 American Library Association Notable and an Audie Award finalist. "Rat-a-tat style thick with corporate anxiety... This book can hardly be bettered."—Publishers Weekly

Abridged, 8 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E8R449, 9780739324493, $19.95
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The Culture of Fear
Why Americans Are Afraid of the Wrong Things
Author: Barry Glassner, Reader: Barry Glassner, with an introduction by Michael Moore

Who's responsible for our epidemic of fear? This provocative audiobook shows that in their demand for ratings points or high poll numbers, the media, politicians, and advocacy groups push Americans to squander billions of dollars. The author was featured in the Academy Award-winning film Bowling for Columbine. Audie Award finalist. "If you were to go to my house, you wouldn't see a gun under my bed, but you would see The Culture of Fear by my night side table."—Oprah Winfrey

Abridged, 4 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E45354, 9781572703544, ~~$24.95~~ Now $12.45
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