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In the history of rock 'n' roll, only Elvis Aaron Presley can truly be called the King. It is a measure of his huge talent, his musical legacy and his personality that years after his death, he is still remembered and revered by legions of fans around the world. Listen to never before released interviews with Elvis and the people who knew him best.

Of the many living musical icons from the tempestuous 60s, Eric Clapton is perhaps the most enduring and talented. From his early stints with the Yardbirds and John Mayall as well as Cream and Blind Faith, Clapton has proven he is a blues master. Here is the untold story of the little boy from Ripley who rose through the ranks to become a true original.

Michael Jordan is not only the greatest basketball player of all time, but also an international figure and genuine role model. Jordan's inspirational story is one of intense personal struggle and unequaled success not only on the hardwood but also as a respected actor, international businessman, a compassionate humanitarian, and a loving son, husband, and father.

Meher Baba, born Merwan Sheriar Iran on February 25, 1894, was a beloved Indian spiritual master who said he was the Avatar or God in human form. When he was 19 he contacted five spiritual teachers before beginning his own mission and gathering his own disciples in early 1922, at the age of 27. From July 1925 to the end of his life Baba maintained silence, communicating by means of an alphabet board or by unique hand gestures.

The Beatles, the most famous rock group in the world, continue to entertain, inspire, and even educate listeners to this very day. Here is their story as told by the people who knew them best, and of course, the Beatles themselves. A once-in-a-lifetime audio event.

This unique audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the life, times, trials, and triumphs of the remarkable scholar, activist, feminist, teacher, and reformer Angela Davis, using informed commentary but, most significantly, the words and wisdom of Ms. Davis herself. Forget the rhetoric, rumors, and urban legends surrounding this polarizing figure and listen directly to Ms. Davis.

Enter into ageless philosophy of the great, silent spiritual master Avatar Meher Baba in this comprehensive compendium of this iconic teacher’s greatest thoughts and ideas. Sri Meher Baba is the popular spiritual master of the great Pete Townshend of the iconic rock band The Who, as well as the inspiration behind the composer’s greatest works. Here is a rare audio encounter that's a must-have for everyone, perfect for all school or university collections.

Katherine Hepburn was the archetypical, no nonsense, all American independent, Yankee woman, but she was also a movie star. She is remembered here in this touching tribute as a woman who helped redefine what a woman was to be in the coming time and blazed new ground as a riveting, one of a kind, actor's actor.

Towards the end of her time, Katherine Hepburn became closer to her extended family dividing time between her New York townhouse and New England estate. She once commented she was "America's grandmother", so beloved was she to people everywhere. In the second part of this homespun look at Hepburn's life, Kate speaks candidly about her life after Hollywood following the death of her beloved, Spencer Tracey.

Episode 2: Ruth and Angie on Twiggy and Apple Records director Ron Kass. The advent of Mary Hopkin. Sleeping with Rod Stewart. Secrets of Paul’s bedroom at his dad’s home in Liverpool. Mike McCartney’s famous overnight guests. Dusty Springfield and Madeline Bell implode 1967. Macca seldom drank. The phycology of the McCartney Clan. Paul’s songwriting habits. Secrets of She’s Leaving Home, Hey Jude, Norwegian Wood, Lucy In the Sky with Diamonds, When I’m 64.

December 3, 1972 - The ladies collide professionally with Gary Glitter. The brief emergence of Ruth McCartney and talent! A reprehensible villain enters their lives. Managing Garry Glitter. Prince Charles and Paul McCartney. The explosive end of the ladies relationship with Beatle Paul.

Episode 5: Candid thoughts on Paul’s Liverpool family - it ain’t pretty! Ruth cannot ever upstage Heather. Paul lashes out at Angie: “Don’t forget I put every crumb of food in your mouth.” Paul would not have been much in life there was no Beatles. Brian Epstein made the Beatles. Angie’s final plea to Paul. Angie sold Paul’s birth certificate. Macca is a musical hypocrite. Paul is unbalanced. The last time Ruth ever spoke to Paul - also not pretty!

Episode 1: Angie’s early life. A piano teacher at 14. The death of Ruth’s dad. Meeting Jim McCartney's father. Secrets of the extended McCartney family. Angie and Ruth move into Rembrandt on November 17, 1964. Paul drives from London to meet his new family. First impressions of Beatle Paul. The 28-year age difference between Jim and Angie. Ruth spends time with her new big brother. Macca is a very careful driver.

December 3, 1972 - The ladies collide professionally with Gary Glitter. The brief emergence of Ruth McCartney and talent! A reprehensible villain enters their lives. Managing Garry Glitter. Prince Charles and Paul McCartney. The explosive end of the ladies relationship with Beatle Paul. Angie loses her home. Angie calls Geoffrey an asshole and means it! Gary Glitter takes the ladies for a ride. Glitter goes bankrupt and the ladies stash his memorabilia in their garage. The ladies are homeless, broke, and forced to sell their Beatles memorabilia. Paul is not amused.

Booker Taliaferro Washington was an American educator, author, orator, and adviser to multiple presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African American community and of the contemporary Black elite. This is his story. Geoffrey Giuliano is the author of over 30 internationally best-selling biographies, including the London Sunday Times best seller Blackbird: The Life and Times of Paul McCartney and Dark Horse: The Private Life of George Harrison.

This stirring, evocative, one-of-a-kind new audiobook from historian and author Geoffrey Giuliano chronicles the legendary scholar, social reformer, activist, and author, the charismatic, Dr. Cornel West, in a loving tribute to his great work and exemplary life. Here is the lauded university professor and folksy intellectual up close and personal exposing his sage ideals in own inimitable, stylish, endearing way. Who else in this weary world can confound and confront even his enemies yet engender smiles on the faces of all?

Michael Jeffrey Jordan, born February 17, 1963, is THE greatest American professional basketball player of all time. Jordan was one of the most effectively marketed athletes of his generation and was considered instrumental in popularizing the NBA around the world in the 1980s and 1990s. He holds records for the highest career regular season scoring average and highest career playoff scoring average. In 1999, he was named the greatest North American athlete of the 20th century by ESPN.

What popular musician and composer has given more to the world than the late great George Harrison? Not only was he foundational to the Beatles' greatest music, but he was also an inspired solo performer, philosopher, advocate of Indian religion, Hare Krishna, and arguably, the grandfather of world music. People everywhere could sense the basic honesty, decency, and true compassion of this amazing artist and man. Ask almost anyone who their favorite Beatle is and they will tell you - more often than not - George Harrison.