Election 2008 Audio Book Sale

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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, Now $35.00 $17.50
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American Theocracy
Author: Kevin Phillips, Reader: Scott Brick

Military miscalculations in the Middle East, fundamentalist religion, the staggering national debt, U.S. dependence on oil – these factors undermine our security and standing in the world. If left unchecked, they will bring America to its knees. No American can afford to ignore this audiobook. "An outstanding performance. [Brick's] command of the text will leave listeners believing he wrote the book... well worth the listen."—Publishers Weekly

Unabridged, 15 CDs, History, Current Affairs, E9X844, 9780143058441, Now $39.95 $15.95
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The Assault on Reason
Author: Al Gore, Reader: Will Patton

A visionary analysis of how fear, secrecy, cronyism, blind faith, and the degradation of the public sphere have created an environment dangerously hostile to reason. The Nobel laureate and author of Earth in the Balance discusses theBush-led radical Right's disdain for the principles of reasoned decision-making. Named one of 2007's top eight nonfiction audios by AudioFile. "As scathing as it is meticulous... [Patton] reads with an intensity that makes this already engaging prose compelling."—Publishers Weekly

Unabridged, 9 CDs, Politics, E5X215, 9780143142157, Now $39.95 $15.95
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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
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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, Now $29.95 $15.95
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Betrayal
How Union Bosses Shake Down Their Members and Corrupt American Politics
Authors: Linda Chavez and Daniel Gray, Reader: Linda Chavez

A conservative political analyst and columnist insists that Big Labor is now more focused on politics and power than fairness and safe working conditions. In this first serious exposé of the insidious effect of unions on government, she accuses labor leaders – and politicians – of subverting the political and democratic process.

Abridged, 5 CDs, Politics, E5R180, 9780739311806, Now $29.95 $18.95
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