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The Rise of Communism: From Marx to Lenin
Vejas Gabriel LiuleviciusStarting at $199.95 Starting at $199.95 $229.95 $199.95–$229.95In the 12 lectures of The Rise of Communism: From Marx to Lenin, investigate communism’s journey from a theory to a movement that rocked the world. You’ll meet thinkers and revolutionaries like Rosa Luxemburg and Leon Trotsky; unpack the meaning of texts like Das Kapital and The Communist Manifesto; and experience the shock and awe of the Paris Commune, Lenin’s October Revolution, and other events. -
Learning German: A Journey through Language and Culture
James PfrehmStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Taught by Professor James Pfrehm of Ithaca College, this course teaches all the skills needed to understand and speak basic German. Focusing on major attractions in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, these lessons are perfect preparation for anyone who wants to experience German-speaking culture first-hand: from conversing with locals to reading signs and menus to navigating the railways and Autobahn. -
The Instant Sommelier: Choosing Your Best Wine
Paul WagnerStarting at $109.95 Starting at $109.95 $119.95 $109.95–$119.95With nearly 150,000 wines for sale in the U.S. market, the world of wine can seem needlessly complex. Cut through the clutter with eight down-to-earth, practical, and accessible lessons that will take the intimidation factor out of choosing, drinking, and enjoying wines, led by Professor Paul Wagner, who has dedicated his career to what he calls, “democratizing wine appreciation.” From swirl to finish, he’ll... -
A Field Guide to the Planets
Sabine StanleyStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Now that we’ve explored every major world in our solar system with cutting-edge science, it’s a perfect time to get to know the neighbors. Your instructor, Sabine Stanley, Ph.D., a Bloomberg Distinguished Professor at Johns Hopkins University, guides you through this system on a thrilling ride of discovery, illustrated by the phenomenal images NASA has gathered through its telescopes, cameras, and laboratories... -
Law School for Everyone: Contracts
David HortonStarting at $199.95 Starting at $199.95 $229.95 $199.95–$229.95In Law School for Everyone: Contracts, join Professor David Horton for a revealing investigation of contract law. Over 12 lectures, you’ll get an introduction to contract essentials, including offers, acceptances, counteroffers, fraud, duress, and unconscionability. These and other concepts come alive in court cases that range from the outrageous to the heart-rending to the ridiculous. -
Law School for Everyone: Corporate Law
George S. GeisStarting at $199.95 Starting at $199.95 $229.95 $199.95–$229.95Recreating a traditional law school course in corporate law, Law School for Everyone: Corporate Law guides you through the foundations of the field, the history of corporations, and the problems that plague them (including insider trading). Using iconic court cases and studies involving today’s top corporations, these 12 lectures are a fascinating look at where corporate law works well—and where it falls short. -
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The Great Tours: African Safari
James CurrieSave up to $230.00 Starting at $49.95 $299.95 $49.95–$299.95Discover the safari adventure for you in The Great Tours: African Safari. Taught by the highly experienced safari guide James Currie, these 24 exciting lectures take you onto the plains and into the jungles of Africa. From UNESCO World Heritage sites to stunning bird sanctuaries, and from national parks to hidden-gem wilderness areas, experienced travelers and armchair enthusiasts alike will enjoy this exhilarating... -
Introduction to the Qur'an
Martyn OliverStarting at $199.95 Starting at $199.95 $229.95 $199.95–$229.95Despite the fact that nearly 25 percent of the world’s population is Muslim, misinformation and ignorance about Islam and its place in the world continue to thrive, and the result has been a great deal of conflict and confusion. Often, much of what is misunderstood about Islam is the result of a lack of information—and some dangerous and prolific myths. To combat these myths and to appreciate the complexity of... -
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: How Life Works
Kevin AhernStarting at $349.95 Starting at $349.95 $429.95 $349.95–$429.95Taught by Professor Kevin Ahern of Oregon State University, this course covers the essential topics of a first-semester college course in biochemistry and molecular biology, introducing amino acids, proteins, enzymes, genes, and dealing with the intricate workings of living cells. A background in high school-level chemistry is helpful. -
The Wonders of America's State Parks
Joe YogerstStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95In The Wonders of America’s State Parks, join best-selling travel writer Joe Yogerst for a virtual tour of over 100 state wilderness areas stretching from New England to the Alaskan frontier to the Hawaiian Islands. You’ll learn how these parks came into existence, what makes them a special part of America’s story, and how to get the most out of a visit—whether you want historical insights or panoramic views. -
Cooking Basics: What Everyone Should Know
Sean KahlenbergStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Presented in partnership with The Culinary Institute of America and filmed at the CIA’s flagship facility in Hyde Park, New York, Cooking Basics: What Everyone Should Know provides the step-by-step instructions you need to become a confident, productive cook in your own home. Your instructor, Chef Sean Kahlenberg, carefully walks you through the many dozen original recipes he presents in this course in 24... -
The Power of Body Language
Vanessa Van EdwardsStarting at $149.95 Starting at $149.95 $249.95 $149.95–$249.95Join CreativeLive instructor and body language expert Vanessa Van Edwards to learn how to use nonverbal communication to become the most memorable person in any room. In The Power of Body Language, Ms. Van Edwards will show you how to be able to identify exactly what impression your verbal and nonverbal language is giving, and how to make a powerful, positive impact on everyone around you. -
Great American Short Stories: A Guide for Readers and Writers
Jennifer Cognard-BlackStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Whether you want to write short stories, simply want better insight as a reader, or even if you are looking for a new lens through which to view American history, the 24 rich and informative lectures of Great American Short Stories: A Guide for Writers and Readers will show you the ins and outs of this infinitely adaptable—and intrinsically American—literary form. -
Visual Literacy Skills: How to See
Carrie PattersonStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95In these 24 lessons, you’ll take a deep look at how the principles and skills of visual literacy directly inform our experience. You’ll learn the formal vocabulary of art, the principles of visual design, how visual language operates, and how to communicate visually. You’ll also learn how to cultivate powers of deep observation, how to generate original thought, and how to create your own art or design. -
The Real History of Secret Societies
Richard B. SpenceStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Secret societies have attracted some of history’s most brilliant, and some of its most evil, minds. Often demonized by their enemies, many secret societies have become the stuff of myths and conspiracy theories. Award-winning Professor Richard B. “Rick” Spence brings the expertise of HISTORY® as he guides you through the fascinating, often mystifying—sometimes disturbing—occasionally inspiring world of... -
Introduction to C++: Programming Concepts and Applications
John KeyserStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Taught by Professor John Keyser of Texas A&M University, this course is a step-by-step guide to the popular computer programming language C++. Professor Keyser explains how to access C++ so you can program along with him as he covers the major coding styles offered by this versatile language, including object-oriented programming. In the last lecture, you create an AI game-playing program. -
Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe
Elizabeth K. AndreStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Transform your next (or your first!) outdoor adventure from “roughing it” in the great outdoors to “smoothing it” in the natural world. Outdoor Fundamentals: Everything You Need to Know to Stay Safe is about enjoying life in the backcountry. Taught by Professor Elizabeth K. Andre of Northland College, these 24 insightful lectures will give you the practical skills you need to set off for the water or the... -
Understanding the Dark Side of Human Nature
Daniel BreyerStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95In Understanding the Dark Side of Human Nature, Professor Daniel Breyer takes you on a fascinating cross-cultural philosophical journey into many of the deepest and, indeed, darkest questions that plague our souls. By looking carefully into these darkest aspects of ourselves and the human suffering in our world, we can better understand ourselves and appreciate our deep desire for meaning and purpose in our lives. -
Warriors, Queens, and Intellectuals: 36 Great Women before 1400
Joyce E. SalisburyStarting at $349.95 Starting at $349.95 $429.95 $349.95–$429.95In unearthing these stories in Warriors, Queens, and Intellectuals, we are not only able to rediscover the contributions of women— often lost to time and whose stories were written to fit prevailing prejudices—but we are also able to see our own history in new, more nuanced ways. Beyond battles and dates and the names of great men, there are other stories that can give us a richer understanding of the past and... -
Play Ball! The Rise of Baseball as America's Pastime
Bruce MarkusenStarting at $249.95 Starting at $249.95 $299.95 $249.95–$299.95Every time you watch baseball, you’re participating in the latest chapter of a compelling story that goes back hundreds of years. In 24 lectures that paint a portrait of the sport’s remarkable past, taking you from the decades before the Civil War to the pivotal year of 1920, Play Ball! The Rise of Baseball as America’s Pastime strikes a perfect balance between sports lore and cultural history.
