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Step back to 1929 with Is Sex Necessary?, a satirical spoof on the era’s obsession with psychoanalysis and forbidden topics. E.B. White and James Thurber, masters of wit, deliver a faux-scientific treatise on the “mysteries” of sex, skewering outdated gender roles and societal norms with sharp humor. This audiobook, narrated by a modern voice, offers a glimpse into a time capsule, complete with its absurd theories and delightfully dry satire. Prepare for a tongue-in-cheek romp through the absurdities of human behavior and a humorous reflection of a bygone era.

Dive into the whimsical and satirical world of James Thurber and E.B. White with the audiobook "Is Sex Necessary? or Why You Feel the Way You Do," narrated by the talented Mike Vendetti. This classic work, first published in 1929, explores the perplexities of love, relationships, and human behavior with humor and wit. Through a series of essays, Thurber and White dissect the absurdities of the sexual revolution, the nature of the American male, and the quirks of feminine types.

Is Sex Necessary? was originally published in 1929 as a satirical and comedic exploration of romantic and sexual relationships, co-authored by iconic comedic writers E.B. White and James Thurber. Written in the aftermath of the Jazz Age and amidst changing societal norms regarding gender and relationships, Is Sex Necessary? parodies the burgeoning field of psychological and sexual analysis, poking fun at the over-seriousness with which such topics were increasingly dissected in the early 20th century.

A cross between Alice in Wonderland and Apocalypse Now, Triggerfish 1-2 (the first novella) is a journey through the Central Highlands of consciousness.

Your thought life has the power to make you sick...or to make you well. It's a scientific fact. If you are looking for holistic, natural healing, Dr. White's The Cure has everything you need to change your life for the better. Dr. White outlines how healing works (naturally), the science behind wholeness, and even includes five simple exercises to improve your health...naturally. Touching on Einstein, quantum physics, the placebo effect, and more, The Cure is a primer that will take you one step closer to embracing the healthful life you know you deserve to lead.

Technology has gradually transitioned from wired to wireless over the years with tons of benefits. From the internet of things to wireless communication, we are all witnesses of the huge benefits of wireless technologies. This audiobook covers various subjects and highlights both the benefits and challenges of wireless technologies.

Brought to life by Meryl Streep and a full cast, this beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect."* Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's...

A New York Times Book Review New & Noteworthy Book “For democracy’s weary champions, White’s time-tested prose is a shot of adrenaline.”—Madeleine Albright A collection of essays, letters, and poems from E. B. White, “one of the country’s great literary treasures” (New York...

A collection of sweet, tender, poetic, beautiful, heart-wrenching, sensual love stories.

The explosion in storytelling festivals and one-person shows demonstrate that Americans are growing disenchanted with the mass media and returning to the simple pleasures of a well-told story. Here is a survey of great contemporary monologues, including excerpts by Spalding Gray, Lynda Barry, Tom Bodett, and Peter Matthiessen.

New York City is not only The New Yorker magazine's place of origin and its sensibility's lifeblood, it is the heart of American literary culture. Wonderful Town, an anthology of superb short fiction by many of the magazine's most accomplished contributors, celebrates the 75-year marriage between a preeminent publication and its preeminent context with this collection of 44 of its best stories from (so to speak) home.

Much is at stake while the kingdom enjoys the greatest games on Earth. The castle is buzzing with excitement as preparations begin for the upcoming Olympiad. Everyone knows the queen is still on the hunt for the king's rightful heir, and kids begin mysteriously disappearing from the castle. When Avery learns that a male runner is needed for an important race in the Olympiad, she volunteers so she can get close to the action.

The king is very ill and in a hurry to hand over his power to a new generation when rumors begin to circulate through the kingdom. It appears the king is unaware of the queen's sinister plot against the 13-year-old orphans, as she wants to ensure her child becomes rightful heir to the throne. Avery weighs the pros and cons of seeking an audience with the king while the castle is dealt a heavy blow; but Avery decides the risk is worth taking.

This Newbery Honor Book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect." Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's barn. Charlotte's spiderweb tells of...

Legendary author and essayist E. B. White writes, "The essayist is a self-liberated man, sustained by the childish belief that everything he thinks about, everything that happens to him, is of general interest." Covering a large number of subjects, this classic collection features 31 of White's most memorable essays.

Too personal for an almanac, too sophisticated for a domestic history, and too funny and self-doubting for a literary journal, One Man's Meat can best be described as a primer of a countryman's lessons and a timeless recounting of experience that will never go out of style.

Perceptive, funny, and nostalgic, E. B. White's stroll around Manhattan remains the quintessential love letter to the city, written by one of America's foremost literary figures. The New York Times named Here Is New York one of the 10 best books ever written about the metropolis, and The New Yorker called it "the wittiest essay, and one of the most perceptive, ever done on the city".

If you ever wanted to learn a new language and just don't know how to do it, this is the way to learn. These seven steps will teach you how to learn a new tongue. There has never been or ever will be a method like this.

From mid-August to mid-September 1863, Union major general William S. Rosecrans's Army of the Cumberland maneuvered from Tennessee to north Georgia in a bid to rout Confederate general Braxton Bragg's Army of Tennessee and blaze the way for further Union advances. Meanwhile, Confederate reinforcements bolstered the numbers of the Army of Tennessee, and by the time the two armies met at the Battle of Chickamauga, in northern Georgia, the Confederates had gained numerical superiority.

With its vivid stories and conversational tone, Boards That Excel is like sitting down with an astute and experienced friend - one who's passionate about what corporate and nonprofit boards can do when they set high aspirations, are clear on purpose, and do the right things in the right way.