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Note: The authors receive royalties paid by the audiobook service provider for this free offer. If you do not want your audiobook to be in the podcast please send us an email to info@thebookvoice.com. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Bruach-Blend-Audiobook/B004EZNKB8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruach Blend Author: Lillian Beckwith Narrator: Hannah Gordon Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-03-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: What can take the fire out of a fever, the ache out of loving, and the meanness out of a miser? The answer according to Tearlaich is whisky - the water of life. And when he suggests to Lillian that the islanders should have their own blend - a Bruach Blend - Lillian can see his logic. Add to this concoction of island life the regulars; Erchy, Hamish, and Morag, as well as Harry the hedgehog, pets, and pests - and cows in love - and you have a diverse and pleasurable glimpse of the way the islanders manage on the island of Bruach. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lillian Beckwith) Fri, 03 Dec 2010 15:25:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Bruach-Blend-Audiobook/B004EZNKB8 thebookvoice.com 05:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruach Blend Author: Lillian Beckwith Narrator: Hannah Gordon Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-03-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: What can take the fire out of a fever, the ache out of loving, and the meanness out of a miser? The answer according to Tearlaich is whisky - the water of life. And when he suggests to Lillian that the islanders should have their own blend - a Bruach Blend - Lillian can see his logic. Add to this concoction of island life the regulars; Erchy, Hamish, and Morag, as well as Harry the hedgehog, pets, and pests - and cows in love - and you have a diverse and pleasurable glimpse of the way the islanders manage on the island of Bruach. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bruach Blend Author: Lillian Beckwith Narrator: Hannah Gordon Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-03-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: What can take the fire out of a fever, the ache out of loving, and the meanness out of a miser? The answer according to Tearlaich is whisky - the water of life. And when he suggests to Lillian that the islanders should have their own blend - a Bruach Blend - Lillian can see his logic. Add to this concoction of island life the regulars; Erchy, Hamish, and Morag, as well as Harry the hedgehog, pets, and pests - and cows in love - and you have a diverse and pleasurable glimpse of the way the islanders manage on the island of Bruach. Members Reviews: An absolute delight! If you have never read or heard any of Lillian Beckwith's stories, do yourself a favour and buy this book! Many of Beckwith's tales are based on her real-life experiences when she moved from London to the Scottish Hebrides. Suffering from ill-health, she was advised by doctors to go where the air was fresh and the life-style simple. Instead of heading to the English country-side, Beckwith moved lock, stock and barrell to the Hebridean Isles where she became so entranced with the people and the crofting life that she stayed for some 20 years. Bruach Blend is just one book in a series by Beckwith which details her comical struggles to become a crofter and to fit in with the Hebridean people. Her book is filled with much humour and some quite touching tales of the harsh existence of the proud people of the Islands. There are many colourful characters who have a unique way of expressing themselves and of dealing with the challenges of daily life. The Bruach-ites are always the first to laugh at themselves, making their stories incredibly endearing. Beckwith is such skilled writer. She is able to capture the people, their stories and the landscape in such detail and yet, the details never gets in the way of the flow of the story. Her books are very easy and enjoyable to read or listen to. Hannah Gordon is a wonderful choice of narrator, coping well with the snatches of Gaelic dialect and various accents. She skillfully conveys the dry humour of the Island's inhabitants and draws you, as the listener, right into the story. My only regret is that there are not more of Lillian Beckwith's wonderful Hebridean stories available on Audible. I'd buy every one! Charming characters, plot is slow The animal scenes are delightful, and character descriptions and development are lovely, but the plot takes a while to materialize. Definitely a laugh out loud book I love these books and think the narration is wonderful. Beckwith's character portrayal is excellent and her descriptions are so evocative that I actually feel like I am there with her. The humour in this book is marvellous and I just wish there were more available on Audible as they really do brighten the day. I'm sorry it had to end An absolute pleasure. A lovely set of stories, beautifully read. I was sorry it had to end. Just lovely Funny, sweet stories read very well by Hannah Gordon. I've listened to it several times and will some more. I recommend this charming book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Scarlet-Sisters-Audiobook/B017KZFMBE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Sisters Subtitle: My nanna's story of secrets and heartache on the banks of the River Thames Author: Helen Batten Narrator: Annie Aldington Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 11-19-15 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Oh my goodness - another girl, Mrs Swain!' Clara's normal iron composure broke, and she screamed, No! That's not the bloody deal!' And that was how my nanna, Bertha Swain, entered the world. When Helen Batten's marriage breaks down, she starts on a journey of discovery into her family's past and the mysteries surrounding her enigmatic nanna's early life. What she unearths is a tale of five feisty redheads struggling to climb out of poverty and find love through two world wars. It's a story full of surprises and scandal - a death in a workhouse, a son kept in a box, a shameful war record, a clandestine marriage and children taken far too soon. It's as if there is a family curse. But Helen also finds love, resilience and hope - crazy wagers, late-night Charlestons and stolen kisses. As she unravels the story of nanna and her scarlet sisters, Helen starts to break the spell of the past and sees a way she might herself find love again. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Helen Batten) Thu, 19 Nov 2015 10:27:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Scarlet-Sisters-Audiobook/B017KZFMBE thebookvoice.com 11:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Sisters Subtitle: My nanna's story of secrets and heartache on the banks of the River Thames Author: Helen Batten Narrator: Annie Aldington Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 11-19-15 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Oh my goodness - another girl, Mrs Swain!' Clara's normal iron composure broke, and she screamed, No! That's not the bloody deal!' And that was how my nanna, Bertha Swain, entered the world. When Helen Batten's marriage breaks down, she starts on a journey of discovery into her family's past and the mysteries surrounding her enigmatic nanna's early life. What she unearths is a tale of five feisty redheads struggling to climb out of poverty and find love through two world wars. It's a story full of surprises and scandal - a death in a workhouse, a son kept in a box, a shameful war record, a clandestine marriage and children taken far too soon. It's as if there is a family curse. But Helen also finds love, resilience and hope - crazy wagers, late-night Charlestons and stolen kisses. As she unravels the story of nanna and her scarlet sisters, Helen starts to break the spell of the past and sees a way she might herself find love again. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Sisters Subtitle: My nanna's story of secrets and heartache on the banks of the River Thames Author: Helen Batten Narrator: Annie Aldington Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 11-19-15 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Oh my goodness - another girl, Mrs Swain!' Clara's normal iron composure broke, and she screamed, No! That's not the bloody deal!' And that was how my nanna, Bertha Swain, entered the world. When Helen Batten's marriage breaks down, she starts on a journey of discovery into her family's past and the mysteries surrounding her enigmatic nanna's early life. What she unearths is a tale of five feisty redheads struggling to climb out of poverty and find love through two world wars. It's a story full of surprises and scandal - a death in a workhouse, a son kept in a box, a shameful war record, a clandestine marriage and children taken far too soon. It's as if there is a family curse. But Helen also finds love, resilience and hope - crazy wagers, late-night Charlestons and stolen kisses. As she unravels the story of nanna and her scarlet sisters, Helen starts to break the spell of the past and sees a way she might herself find love again. Members Reviews: best regards loved it emotional yet funny in places excellent five stars narration to the scarlet sisters I found this book .boring in .bits it would seem to jump from one person to another too many time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Coventry-Audiobook/B016C5WFE0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coventry Subtitle: Thursday, 14 November 1940 Author: Frederick Taylor Narrator: Leighton Pugh Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-22-15 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The German Luftwaffe's air raid on Coventry, England, on the night of November 14, 1940 represented a new kind of air warfare. Aimed primarily at obliterating all aspects of city life, it was systematic, thorough, unconnected to any immediate military goal, and indifferent to civilian casualties. In a single night, roughly two-thirds of the city's buildings were damaged or destroyed as the bombers laid waste to legitimate industrial targets and civilian structures alike. The old St. Michael's Cathedral, a 14th-century Gothic structure that burned to the ground that night, still stands in ruins today as a testament to the city's destruction during the raid. Pragmatic British government propagandists would exploit Coventry's perceived status as a "historic town", playing down the city's industrial reputation. This would prove to be a powerful tool, and, as Frederick Taylor shows, was instrumental in tipping public opinion in the then-neutral United States away from isolationism and in favor of help for Britain. But the bombing would also set a dangerous and destructive precedent as Allied air forces would study the Germans' methods in the attack and ultimately employ similar tactics in their equally ruthless and destructive attacks on German cities, eventually leading to the bombings of Hamburg in 1943 and Dresden in 1945 that killed hundreds of thousands, mostly civilians. On the 75th anniversary of the Coventry bombing, acclaimed historian Frederick Taylor brilliantly details this momentous act and analyzes its impact on World War II and the moral quandaries it still engenders about the nature of warfare. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Frederick Taylor) Thu, 22 Oct 2015 18:23:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Coventry-Audiobook/B016C5WFE0 thebookvoice.com 11:01:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coventry Subtitle: Thursday, 14 November 1940 Author: Frederick Taylor Narrator: Leighton Pugh Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-22-15 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The German Luftwaffe's air raid on Coventry, England, on the night of November 14, 1940 represented a new kind of air warfare. Aimed primarily at obliterating all aspects of city life, it was systematic, thorough, unconnected to any immediate military goal, and indifferent to civilian casualties. In a single night, roughly two-thirds of the city's buildings were damaged or destroyed as the bombers laid waste to legitimate industrial targets and civilian structures alike. The old St. Michael's Cathedral, a 14th-century Gothic structure that burned to the ground that night, still stands in ruins today as a testament to the city's destruction during the raid. Pragmatic British government propagandists would exploit Coventry's perceived status as a "historic town", playing down the city's industrial reputation. This would prove to be a powerful tool, and, as Frederick Taylor shows, was instrumental in tipping public opinion in the then-neutral United States away from isolationism and in favor of help for Britain. But the bombing would also set a dangerous and destructive precedent as Allied air forces would study the Germans' methods in the attack and ultimately employ similar tactics in their equally ruthless and destructive attacks on German cities, eventually leading to the bombings of Hamburg in 1943 and Dresden in 1945 that killed hundreds of thousands, mostly civilians. On the 75th anniversary of the Coventry bombing, acclaimed historian Frederick Taylor brilliantly details this momentous act and analyzes its impact on World War II and the moral quandaries it still engenders about the nature of warfare. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Coventry Subtitle: Thursday, 14 November 1940 Author: Frederick Taylor Narrator: Leighton Pugh Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-22-15 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The German Luftwaffe's air raid on Coventry, England, on the night of November 14, 1940 represented a new kind of air warfare. Aimed primarily at obliterating all aspects of city life, it was systematic, thorough, unconnected to any immediate military goal, and indifferent to civilian casualties. In a single night, roughly two-thirds of the city's buildings were damaged or destroyed as the bombers laid waste to legitimate industrial targets and civilian structures alike. The old St. Michael's Cathedral, a 14th-century Gothic structure that burned to the ground that night, still stands in ruins today as a testament to the city's destruction during the raid. Pragmatic British government propagandists would exploit Coventry's perceived status as a "historic town", playing down the city's industrial reputation. This would prove to be a powerful tool, and, as Frederick Taylor shows, was instrumental in tipping public opinion in the then-neutral United States away from isolationism and in favor of help for Britain. But the bombing would also set a dangerous and destructive precedent as Allied air forces would study the Germans' methods in the attack and ultimately employ similar tactics in their equally ruthless and destructive attacks on German cities, eventually leading to the bombings of Hamburg in 1943 and Dresden in 1945 that killed hundreds of thousands, mostly civilians. On the 75th anniversary of the Coventry bombing, acclaimed historian Frederick Taylor brilliantly details this momentous act and analyzes its impact on World War II and the moral quandaries it still engenders about the nature of warfare. Members Reviews: Great, ya know. Nice. Highlights shame on us not showing off great industry, great output of equipment to fight the Nazis and strong under adversity. After shaping the modern world in war and peace the city should be given special recognition. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Liberated-Audiobook/B00OZ8G0MA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Liberated Subtitle: A Novel of Germany, 1945 Author: Steve Anderson Narrator: P. J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Can a lone American captain rescue justice in war-torn Germany? Its May 1945, the wars just over, and Harry Kaspar, an American captain in Germany, is about to take a new posting in the US occupation running a Bavarian town named Heimgau. When Harry loses the command to Major Membre, hell do almost anything to win the job back. When Harry discovers a horrific scene - three German men tortured and murdered - he reckons that solving the crime could teach the conquered townspeople about American justice, as well as help him reclaim that better posting. The only problem is that Harrys quest for the real killer will lead him straight back to his commander, Membre, and eventually to his mentor, a can-do rebel US colonel named Spanner. Spanner is a gangster run rampant, plundering the war-torn land for all its grim worth. Harrys lover, Katarina, a gutsy German actress, helps him realize he must fight back. Recognizing that absolute power corrupted and then destroyed Major Membre and Colonel Spanner, Harry takes it upon himself to overcome any obstacle that gets in his way and set a new American example by which a terrorized town and a mix of battered peoples can rise up from the ashes of a brutal, demoralizing war. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Anderson) Tue, 18 Nov 2014 09:02:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Liberated-Audiobook/B00OZ8G0MA thebookvoice.com 11:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Liberated Subtitle: A Novel of Germany, 1945 Author: Steve Anderson Narrator: P. J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Can a lone American captain rescue justice in war-torn Germany? Its May 1945, the wars just over, and Harry Kaspar, an American captain in Germany, is about to take a new posting in the US occupation running a Bavarian town named Heimgau. When Harry loses the command to Major Membre, hell do almost anything to win the job back. When Harry discovers a horrific scene - three German men tortured and murdered - he reckons that solving the crime could teach the conquered townspeople about American justice, as well as help him reclaim that better posting. The only problem is that Harrys quest for the real killer will lead him straight back to his commander, Membre, and eventually to his mentor, a can-do rebel US colonel named Spanner. Spanner is a gangster run rampant, plundering the war-torn land for all its grim worth. Harrys lover, Katarina, a gutsy German actress, helps him realize he must fight back. Recognizing that absolute power corrupted and then destroyed Major Membre and Colonel Spanner, Harry takes it upon himself to overcome any obstacle that gets in his way and set a new American example by which a terrorized town and a mix of battered peoples can rise up from the ashes of a brutal, demoralizing war. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Liberated Subtitle: A Novel of Germany, 1945 Author: Steve Anderson Narrator: P. J. Ochlan Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 11-18-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Can a lone American captain rescue justice in war-torn Germany? Its May 1945, the wars just over, and Harry Kaspar, an American captain in Germany, is about to take a new posting in the US occupation running a Bavarian town named Heimgau. When Harry loses the command to Major Membre, hell do almost anything to win the job back. When Harry discovers a horrific scene - three German men tortured and murdered - he reckons that solving the crime could teach the conquered townspeople about American justice, as well as help him reclaim that better posting. The only problem is that Harrys quest for the real killer will lead him straight back to his commander, Membre, and eventually to his mentor, a can-do rebel US colonel named Spanner. Spanner is a gangster run rampant, plundering the war-torn land for all its grim worth. Harrys lover, Katarina, a gutsy German actress, helps him realize he must fight back. Recognizing that absolute power corrupted and then destroyed Major Membre and Colonel Spanner, Harry takes it upon himself to overcome any obstacle that gets in his way and set a new American example by which a terrorized town and a mix of battered peoples can rise up from the ashes of a brutal, demoralizing war. Members Reviews: The greatest conflicts, it turns out Liberated, A Novel of Germany, 1945, by Steve Anderson Liberated is fiction, a novel, but it is very well-informed by history. The action is immediate, closely observed, and fast-moving. But if it is âfictionâ it is based on extensive research and experience. The beginning of the narrative launches several plots all at once: a young American Captain has been appointed Commanding Officer (CO) of a German town in 1945. âWithin minutes Iâd be running a whole Bavarian town on my own.â It is a tall order. He is a recent arrival, before that moment he hadnât taken part in the warâs action. But he speaks fluent German; his German parents came to the US when he was a child. He quickly finds himself immersed in a least half-a-dozen conflicts. If the war is formally finished, it continues in many disguised ways among the German inhabitants who have very different allegiances, priorities, and cliques. Most inhabitants of the town have adopted new disguises to cope with the times under a veneer of friendliness to the Americans. Two unexplained mysteries confront the young American Captain. During his first day in the town he discovers three bodies on a road. One is still alive, he has a concentration camp number tattooed on his arm. When the Captain returns later to give help and identify them, they have completely disappeared. A second mystery opens in the early pages of the novel when the narrator hears the whistle of freight cars passing nearby. However, he is unable to discover where the train was going or even what tracks it was using. Only later in the novel it turns out that the freight cars were laden with valuable art works. Taken by the Germans? By the SS still secretly active? By renegade Americans? In 1945 there were countless valuable collections of art in Germany owned by Nazis who aggressively stole and confiscated, mostly from Jewish owners. A reader familiar with âThe Rape of Europa,â a book and popular DVD based on it, will be acquainted with some of this material. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Legends-and-Myths-from-Wales-Audiobook/B01N7ZHSOV Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends and Myths from Wales Subtitle: Book 2 - North Wales Author: Graham Watkins Narrator: Graham Watkins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Graham Watkins Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Wales is a land filled with mythology. Every breathtaking valley, towering mountain, shimmering lake and magical castle has a mythical tale to entertain and enchant you. The Welsh, like other Celtic races, love to tell stories. From before the time of the Mabinogion and the Black Book of Carmarthen they have passed dark winter nights telling Welsh fables, fairy tales and legends. Discover.... These are just some of the Welsh Legends and Myths you will find in these pages but there's more.... The folklore of Wales and its history are interwoven with myths and legends that cross the centuries. Some are based on factual events. Some have mythical roots, but all are entertaining. Download the audio today and delight in these magical Welsh legends. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Graham Watkins) Tue, 07 Feb 2017 10:16:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Legends-and-Myths-from-Wales-Audiobook/B01N7ZHSOV thebookvoice.com 01:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends and Myths from Wales Subtitle: Book 2 - North Wales Author: Graham Watkins Narrator: Graham Watkins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Graham Watkins Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Wales is a land filled with mythology. Every breathtaking valley, towering mountain, shimmering lake and magical castle has a mythical tale to entertain and enchant you. The Welsh, like other Celtic races, love to tell stories. From before the time of the Mabinogion and the Black Book of Carmarthen they have passed dark winter nights telling Welsh fables, fairy tales and legends. Discover.... These are just some of the Welsh Legends and Myths you will find in these pages but there's more.... The folklore of Wales and its history are interwoven with myths and legends that cross the centuries. Some are based on factual events. Some have mythical roots, but all are entertaining. Download the audio today and delight in these magical Welsh legends. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends and Myths from Wales Subtitle: Book 2 - North Wales Author: Graham Watkins Narrator: Graham Watkins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Graham Watkins Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Wales is a land filled with mythology. Every breathtaking valley, towering mountain, shimmering lake and magical castle has a mythical tale to entertain and enchant you. The Welsh, like other Celtic races, love to tell stories. From before the time of the Mabinogion and the Black Book of Carmarthen they have passed dark winter nights telling Welsh fables, fairy tales and legends. Discover.... These are just some of the Welsh Legends and Myths you will find in these pages but there's more.... The folklore of Wales and its history are interwoven with myths and legends that cross the centuries. Some are based on factual events. Some have mythical roots, but all are entertaining. Download the audio today and delight in these magical Welsh legends. Members Reviews: Short and Interesting Interesting folk tales from Wales . . . my favorite is the one about the Welsh who came to Alabama https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Forlorn-Hope-Audiobook/B01MZ8JJF5 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forlorn Hope Subtitle: The Storming of Badajoz Author: James Mace Narrator: Nigel Patterson Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-17 Publisher: Legionary Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1812, the British army under Sir Arthur Wellesley, Earl of Wellington, has driven the French from Portugal. With Napoleon obsessed by the invasion of Russia, Wellington turns toward Spain. The way is barred by two fortresses, Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz. When Ciudad Rodrigo collapses after a short siege, Wellington prepares to break the fortress of Badajoz, the most formidable stronghold in Europe and commanded by the seasoned warrior, Baron Armand Philippon. Despite a shortage of engineers and equipment, Wellington must seize Badajoz if he is to have any chance of driving into Spain. When he learns that an army under Marshal Soult is en route to relieve Badajoz, Wellington risks being caught between Soult and Philippon and must execute the attack on Badajoz immediately. If he fails, the British will be trapped between two armies and lose everything for which they and their allies have fought for the past three years. Lieutenant James Webster is in mourning following the loss of his wife, and he volunteers to command the small group that will lead the assault. Second in command is Sergeant Thomas Davis; recently diagnosed with a fatal illness, he prefers a valiant death in battle. Breaches have been blown into the walls of the southern bastions, Trinidad and Santa Maria, and here Wellington will unleash the Fourth and Light Divisions, while launching diversionary assaults on the northern San Vincente bastion, as well as the Badajoz castle. Together with 100 volunteers, the Forlorn Hope, Webster and Davis will storm into the breach. biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Mace) Fri, 13 Jan 2017 08:26:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Forlorn-Hope-Audiobook/B01MZ8JJF5 thebookvoice.com 03:14:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forlorn Hope Subtitle: The Storming of Badajoz Author: James Mace Narrator: Nigel Patterson Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-17 Publisher: Legionary Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1812, the British army under Sir Arthur Wellesley, Earl of Wellington, has driven the French from Portugal. With Napoleon obsessed by the invasion of Russia, Wellington turns toward Spain. The way is barred by two fortresses, Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz. When Ciudad Rodrigo collapses after a short siege, Wellington prepares to break the fortress of Badajoz, the most formidable stronghold in Europe and commanded by the seasoned warrior, Baron Armand Philippon. Despite a shortage of engineers and equipment, Wellington must seize Badajoz if he is to have any chance of driving into Spain. When he learns that an army under Marshal Soult is en route to relieve Badajoz, Wellington risks being caught between Soult and Philippon and must execute the attack on Badajoz immediately. If he fails, the British will be trapped between two armies and lose everything for which they and their allies have fought for the past three years. Lieutenant James Webster is in mourning following the loss of his wife, and he volunteers to command the small group that will lead the assault. Second in command is Sergeant Thomas Davis; recently diagnosed with a fatal illness, he prefers a valiant death in battle. Breaches have been blown into the walls of the southern bastions, Trinidad and Santa Maria, and here Wellington will unleash the Fourth and Light Divisions, while launching diversionary assaults on the northern San Vincente bastion, as well as the Badajoz castle. Together with 100 volunteers, the Forlorn Hope, Webster and Davis will storm into the breach. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forlorn Hope Subtitle: The Storming of Badajoz Author: James Mace Narrator: Nigel Patterson Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-17 Publisher: Legionary Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the spring of 1812, the British army under Sir Arthur Wellesley, Earl of Wellington, has driven the French from Portugal. With Napoleon obsessed by the invasion of Russia, Wellington turns toward Spain. The way is barred by two fortresses, Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz. When Ciudad Rodrigo collapses after a short siege, Wellington prepares to break the fortress of Badajoz, the most formidable stronghold in Europe and commanded by the seasoned warrior, Baron Armand Philippon. Despite a shortage of engineers and equipment, Wellington must seize Badajoz if he is to have any chance of driving into Spain. When he learns that an army under Marshal Soult is en route to relieve Badajoz, Wellington risks being caught between Soult and Philippon and must execute the attack on Badajoz immediately. If he fails, the British will be trapped between two armies and lose everything for which they and their allies have fought for the past three years. Lieutenant James Webster is in mourning following the loss of his wife, and he volunteers to command the small group that will lead the assault. Second in command is Sergeant Thomas Davis; recently diagnosed with a fatal illness, he prefers a valiant death in battle. Breaches have been blown into the walls of the southern bastions, Trinidad and Santa Maria, and here Wellington will unleash the Fourth and Light Divisions, while launching diversionary assaults on the northern San Vincente bastion, as well as the Badajoz castle. Together with 100 volunteers, the Forlorn Hope, Webster and Davis will storm into the breach. Members Reviews: The horrors of war This book follows the fortune of a young Lieutenant under the command of Wellington at the battle of Badajoz. After learning of his wife's death in childbirth, he volunteers for a suicide mission in storming the breeches at Badajoz. The story expertly captures the horrors of war and the hopelessness of some who face certain death. The author does not shrink from detailing the glory and depravity of those who are placed in the hell of war. The narrator did a superb job in his voices. I have listened to Nigel Patterson before and consider him one of the finest English narrators reading today. I received this audiobook free of charge by the author or narrator, and gladly offer my review. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Legends-and-Myths-from-Wales-South-Eastern-Wales-Audiobook/B06XCNV71K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends and Myths from Wales: South-Eastern Wales Author: Graham Watkins Narrator: Graham Watkins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-17 Publisher: Graham Watkins Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In this book you will find a selection of 16 well known legends, each of which relates to a particular place in South-eastern Wales. Wales is a land rich in folklore and legend. The beauty and mystery of the land enchants us with tales from the past. Meet Sir Gawain as he returns to Camelot and tips his uncle, King Arthur into the Afon Wysg before discovering his true identity. Discover the tragic love story of the Maid of Sker and her selfish father. Learn about the Blue Knight of Gwent who married Gwladus the Dark and built a great castle at Raglan. Explore the legend of reluctant King Tewdrig who tried to save his kingdom. Hear the story of William de Braose, the Ogre of Abergavenny. Learn the fate of the Pirate Dolphyn when Sir Harry took his revenge, how Jack o' Kent tricked the Devil and how Daffyd Gam got his name. These are just a few of the legends reproduced in this audiobook. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Graham Watkins) Thu, 02 Mar 2017 19:58:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Legends-and-Myths-from-Wales-South-Eastern-Wales-Audiobook/B06XCNV71K thebookvoice.com 01:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends and Myths from Wales: South-Eastern Wales Author: Graham Watkins Narrator: Graham Watkins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-17 Publisher: Graham Watkins Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In this book you will find a selection of 16 well known legends, each of which relates to a particular place in South-eastern Wales. Wales is a land rich in folklore and legend. The beauty and mystery of the land enchants us with tales from the past. Meet Sir Gawain as he returns to Camelot and tips his uncle, King Arthur into the Afon Wysg before discovering his true identity. Discover the tragic love story of the Maid of Sker and her selfish father. Learn about the Blue Knight of Gwent who married Gwladus the Dark and built a great castle at Raglan. Explore the legend of reluctant King Tewdrig who tried to save his kingdom. Hear the story of William de Braose, the Ogre of Abergavenny. Learn the fate of the Pirate Dolphyn when Sir Harry took his revenge, how Jack o' Kent tricked the Devil and how Daffyd Gam got his name. These are just a few of the legends reproduced in this audiobook. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends and Myths from Wales: South-Eastern Wales Author: Graham Watkins Narrator: Graham Watkins Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-17 Publisher: Graham Watkins Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In this book you will find a selection of 16 well known legends, each of which relates to a particular place in South-eastern Wales. Wales is a land rich in folklore and legend. The beauty and mystery of the land enchants us with tales from the past. Meet Sir Gawain as he returns to Camelot and tips his uncle, King Arthur into the Afon Wysg before discovering his true identity. Discover the tragic love story of the Maid of Sker and her selfish father. Learn about the Blue Knight of Gwent who married Gwladus the Dark and built a great castle at Raglan. Explore the legend of reluctant King Tewdrig who tried to save his kingdom. Hear the story of William de Braose, the Ogre of Abergavenny. Learn the fate of the Pirate Dolphyn when Sir Harry took his revenge, how Jack o' Kent tricked the Devil and how Daffyd Gam got his name. These are just a few of the legends reproduced in this audiobook. Members Reviews: very interesting It was very interesting to read as I do not know much about Legends form Wales. If you like mystery and history it would be interesting for you as you never know where is the true and where is a myth. Always curious but you cannot stop reading as it catches your heart. Liked this book! This is a great book if you want to know the legends and ... This is a great book if you want to know the legends and myths of wales. It is clear and concise and a fun read! Myths and Tales These stories are short but interesting. One thing I like is the background the author gives. All stories have reasons for being told. How they got such heart! If you want to gather a better understanding of the Welsh and the rugged country they live in Legends and Myths From Wales is a must read. In 1978, I conducted military training in the Snowdonia area of Wales. The two months spend in Wales is forever etched in my mind. I played a game called âmurder-ballâ and will never forget it. In all my life, I never met such a hearty, strong, and weather-adverse group of people. After reading Watkinsâs book, I have a better understanding of the people and country. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/How-to-Create-the-Perfect-Wife-Audiobook/B00D261QM0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Create the Perfect Wife Author: Wendy Moore Narrator: Angele Masters Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Thomas Day, an 18th-century British writer and radical, knew exactly the sort of woman he wanted to marry. Pure and virginal like an English country maid yet tough and hardy like a Spartan heroine, she would live with him in an isolated cottage, completely subservient to his whims. But after being rejected by a number of spirited young women, Day concluded that the perfect partner he envisioned simply did not exist in frivolous, fashion-obsessed Georgian society. Rather than conceding defeat and giving up his search for the woman of his dreams, however, Day set out to create her. So begins the extraordinary true story at the heart of How to Create the Perfect Wife, prize-winning historian Wendy Moores captivating tale of one mans mission to groom his ideal mate. A few days after he turned 21 and inherited a large fortune, Day adopted two young orphans from the Foundling Hospital and, guided by the writings of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and the principles of the Enlightenment, attempted to teach them to be model wives. After six months he discarded one girl, calling her "invincibly stupid", and focused his efforts on his remaining charge. He subjected her to a number of cruel trials - including dropping hot wax on her arms and firing pistols at her skirts - to test her resolve but the young woman, perhaps unsurprisingly, eventually rebelled against her domestic slavery. Day had hoped eventually to marry her, but his peculiar experiment inevitably backfired - though not before he had taken his theories about marriage, education, and femininity to shocking extremes. Stranger than fiction, blending tragedy and farce, How to Create the Perfect Wife is an engrossing tale of the radicalism - and deep contradictions - at the heart of the Enlightenment. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wendy Moore) Mon, 24 Jun 2013 03:56:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/How-to-Create-the-Perfect-Wife-Audiobook/B00D261QM0 thebookvoice.com 12:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Create the Perfect Wife Author: Wendy Moore Narrator: Angele Masters Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Thomas Day, an 18th-century British writer and radical, knew exactly the sort of woman he wanted to marry. Pure and virginal like an English country maid yet tough and hardy like a Spartan heroine, she would live with him in an isolated cottage, completely subservient to his whims. But after being rejected by a number of spirited young women, Day concluded that the perfect partner he envisioned simply did not exist in frivolous, fashion-obsessed Georgian society. Rather than conceding defeat and giving up his search for the woman of his dreams, however, Day set out to create her. So begins the extraordinary true story at the heart of How to Create the Perfect Wife, prize-winning historian Wendy Moores captivating tale of one mans mission to groom his ideal mate. A few days after he turned 21 and inherited a large fortune, Day adopted two young orphans from the Foundling Hospital and, guided by the writings of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and the principles of the Enlightenment, attempted to teach them to be model wives. After six months he discarded one girl, calling her "invincibly stupid", and focused his efforts on his remaining charge. He subjected her to a number of cruel trials - including dropping hot wax on her arms and firing pistols at her skirts - to test her resolve but the young woman, perhaps unsurprisingly, eventually rebelled against her domestic slavery. Day had hoped eventually to marry her, but his peculiar experiment inevitably backfired - though not before he had taken his theories about marriage, education, and femininity to shocking extremes. Stranger than fiction, blending tragedy and farce, How to Create the Perfect Wife is an engrossing tale of the radicalism - and deep contradictions - at the heart of the Enlightenment. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How to Create the Perfect Wife Author: Wendy Moore Narrator: Angele Masters Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Thomas Day, an 18th-century British writer and radical, knew exactly the sort of woman he wanted to marry. Pure and virginal like an English country maid yet tough and hardy like a Spartan heroine, she would live with him in an isolated cottage, completely subservient to his whims. But after being rejected by a number of spirited young women, Day concluded that the perfect partner he envisioned simply did not exist in frivolous, fashion-obsessed Georgian society. Rather than conceding defeat and giving up his search for the woman of his dreams, however, Day set out to create her. So begins the extraordinary true story at the heart of How to Create the Perfect Wife, prize-winning historian Wendy Moores captivating tale of one mans mission to groom his ideal mate. A few days after he turned 21 and inherited a large fortune, Day adopted two young orphans from the Foundling Hospital and, guided by the writings of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and the principles of the Enlightenment, attempted to teach them to be model wives. After six months he discarded one girl, calling her "invincibly stupid", and focused his efforts on his remaining charge. He subjected her to a number of cruel trials - including dropping hot wax on her arms and firing pistols at her skirts - to test her resolve but the young woman, perhaps unsurprisingly, eventually rebelled against her domestic slavery. Day had hoped eventually to marry her, but his peculiar experiment inevitably backfired - though not before he had taken his theories about marriage, education, and femininity to shocking extremes. Stranger than fiction, blending tragedy and farce, How to Create the Perfect Wife is an engrossing tale of the radicalism - and deep contradictions - at the heart of the Enlightenment. Members Reviews: I Should Have Known About This I read a couple of articles about this book before it came out and it made me very interested in reading. The premise was creepy but fascinating - a wealthy yet eccentric Georgian-era oaf selects two orphans with plans to mold one into the perfect wife. The book did not live up to my expectations, although it was very readable and parts were fascinating. The most disappointing portion of the book was the part dealing with the relationship between Thomas Day and his two charges - Sabrina and Lucretia, names he gave them. This part of the book, which was the focus of the articles I read, didn't really live up to the hype. There is no good way to explore the relationship between a grown man and a pre-teen girl, without it becoming uncomfortable or creepy and I think the author tried so hard to avoid that, this part of the book was dry and dull. What was interesting was the discussion about Day's circle of friends who formed the Lunar Society including Charles Darwin's grandfather and several of the authors, poets, philosophers and politicians of that time. A group that seemed so educated and erudite I could not figure out why Day was allowed to participate. Although, it bothered me that so many of these people knew about Day and his bizarre experiment and didn't try to put a stop to it But the most interesting part of the book was the author's ending list of all the subsequent books, novels and plays that were based on this true story, including, at least partially, Shaw's Pygmalion. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Harrys-Bar-Audiobook/B00AHI650E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Harry's Bar Subtitle: The Life and Times of the Legendary Venice Landmark Author: Arrigo Cipriani Narrator: Bryan Bendle Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The complete history of the legendary Venice landmark where Hemingway, Welles, and others were regulars. A meeting place for writers, artists, models, and the stars of stage, screen, and corporate boardrooms, a luxurious restaurant whose fabulous concoctions and timeless decor have often been imitated but never matched, Harrys Bar in Venice has remained one of the worlds most renowned watering holes for more than 60 years. Ernest Hemingway, Orson Welles, Sinclair Lewis, and other luminaries have tasted its famous cocktails and enjoyed the bars original inventions, such as the "carpaccio" appetizer and the now-ubiquitous bellini. Filled with engaging wit and lighthearted charm, Arrigo Ciprianis history of Harrys Bar is a delightful listen - and the next best thing to a table at Harrys Bar itself. Editorial Reviews: Harrys Bars is a landmark in Venice, Italy, an establishment thats been patronized by Ernest Hemingway, Charlie Chaplin, and Woody Allen and the world-famous birthplace of the Bellini cocktail. Arrigio Ciprianis, the bars current proprietor, tells its long, colorful history. The book includes recollections from Ciprianis father, Giuseppe, the bars original owner. Among the many colorful stories in this audiobook is one about Harry Pickering, an American student with a drinking problem, who leant Giuseppe 30,000 lira to start the bar and gave the places its name. Bryan Bendle relates this story of a landmark with a tone that smartly balances reverence with wit. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Arrigo Cipriani) Mon, 31 Dec 2012 14:23:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Harrys-Bar-Audiobook/B00AHI650E thebookvoice.com 04:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Harry's Bar Subtitle: The Life and Times of the Legendary Venice Landmark Author: Arrigo Cipriani Narrator: Bryan Bendle Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The complete history of the legendary Venice landmark where Hemingway, Welles, and others were regulars. A meeting place for writers, artists, models, and the stars of stage, screen, and corporate boardrooms, a luxurious restaurant whose fabulous concoctions and timeless decor have often been imitated but never matched, Harrys Bar in Venice has remained one of the worlds most renowned watering holes for more than 60 years. Ernest Hemingway, Orson Welles, Sinclair Lewis, and other luminaries have tasted its famous cocktails and enjoyed the bars original inventions, such as the "carpaccio" appetizer and the now-ubiquitous bellini. Filled with engaging wit and lighthearted charm, Arrigo Ciprianis history of Harrys Bar is a delightful listen - and the next best thing to a table at Harrys Bar itself. Editorial Reviews: Harrys Bars is a landmark in Venice, Italy, an establishment thats been patronized by Ernest Hemingway, Charlie Chaplin, and Woody Allen and the world-famous birthplace of the Bellini cocktail. Arrigio Ciprianis, the bars current proprietor, tells its long, colorful history. The book includes recollections from Ciprianis father, Giuseppe, the bars original owner. Among the many colorful stories in this audiobook is one about Harry Pickering, an American student with a drinking problem, who leant Giuseppe 30,000 lira to start the bar and gave the places its name. Bryan Bendle relates this story of a landmark with a tone that smartly balances reverence with wit. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Harry's Bar Subtitle: The Life and Times of the Legendary Venice Landmark Author: Arrigo Cipriani Narrator: Bryan Bendle Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The complete history of the legendary Venice landmark where Hemingway, Welles, and others were regulars. A meeting place for writers, artists, models, and the stars of stage, screen, and corporate boardrooms, a luxurious restaurant whose fabulous concoctions and timeless decor have often been imitated but never matched, Harrys Bar in Venice has remained one of the worlds most renowned watering holes for more than 60 years. Ernest Hemingway, Orson Welles, Sinclair Lewis, and other luminaries have tasted its famous cocktails and enjoyed the bars original inventions, such as the "carpaccio" appetizer and the now-ubiquitous bellini. Filled with engaging wit and lighthearted charm, Arrigo Ciprianis history of Harrys Bar is a delightful listen - and the next best thing to a table at Harrys Bar itself. Editorial Reviews: Harrys Bars is a landmark in Venice, Italy, an establishment thats been patronized by Ernest Hemingway, Charlie Chaplin, and Woody Allen and the world-famous birthplace of the Bellini cocktail. Arrigio Ciprianis, the bars current proprietor, tells its long, colorful history. The book includes recollections from Ciprianis father, Giuseppe, the bars original owner. Among the many colorful stories in this audiobook is one about Harry Pickering, an American student with a drinking problem, who leant Giuseppe 30,000 lira to start the bar and gave the places its name. Bryan Bendle relates this story of a landmark with a tone that smartly balances reverence with wit. Members Reviews: Lack of depth and engagement What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? I kept feeling like there was a good story here, but it kept being overshadowed by the lackluster relating of events and people. What could Arrigo Cipriani have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? I wanted to engage in the story, but I just couldn't. There was a lack of depth and engagement in the telling of these anecdotes about the people in the bar. I also would have totally cut the last section involving opening the new locations and dealing with annoying business people. Any additional comments? This wasn't a horrible book by any means, but it wasn't to my tastes at all. I like my memoirs full of wit, sarcasm, and depth. I can see this book being enjoyable to a certain section of people, but I wasn't one of them. I recommend reading reviews from Goodreads or Amazon and taking a sample listen here before grabbing it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Crown-and-Country-Audiobook/B00455YL8I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crown and Country Subtitle: A History of England through the Monarchy Author: David Starkey Narrator: Tim Pigott-Smith, Jim Norton Format: Abridged Length: 15 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From one of our finest historians comes an outstanding exploration of the British monarchy from the retreat of the Romans up until the modern day. The monarchy is one of Britains longest surviving institutions as well as one of its most tumultuous and revered. In this masterful book, David Starkey looks at the monarchy as a whole, charting its history from Roman times, to the Wars of the Roses, the chaos of the Civil War, the fall of Charles I and Cromwell's emergence as Lord Protector all the way up until the Victorian era when Britains monarchs came face-to-face with modernity. This brilliant collection of biographies of Britains kings and queens provides an in-depth examination of what the British monarchy has meant, what it means now and what it will continue to mean. Bringing to life a cast of colourful characters, Starkeys trademark energy and authority make him the perfect guide on this epic, accessible and compelling journey, as he offers us a vivid portrait of British culture, politics and nationhood through an institution that has defined the realm for nearly two thousand years. Critic Reviews: "Excellentthe really crucial events in the history of the British Monarchyare assessed with authority, wisdom and witThis is Starkey at his fluent and entertaining best." (Sunday Telegraph) "This bookis vivid, lucid and engaginghis judgements delivered with quasi-Pontifical assurance are often acutea very enjoyable book." (Daily Telegraph) "David Starkey tours England's monarchical horizon with gusto." (Sunday Times) "Starkey brings the past to vivid life." (Daily Express) "Combines compelling narrative and lucid analysis to guide us with a sure handStarkeys book will undoubtedly make him and his publishers a tidy profit." (Spectator) biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Starkey) Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:15:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Crown-and-Country-Audiobook/B00455YL8I thebookvoice.com 15:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crown and Country Subtitle: A History of England through the Monarchy Author: David Starkey Narrator: Tim Pigott-Smith, Jim Norton Format: Abridged Length: 15 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From one of our finest historians comes an outstanding exploration of the British monarchy from the retreat of the Romans up until the modern day. The monarchy is one of Britains longest surviving institutions as well as one of its most tumultuous and revered. In this masterful book, David Starkey looks at the monarchy as a whole, charting its history from Roman times, to the Wars of the Roses, the chaos of the Civil War, the fall of Charles I and Cromwell's emergence as Lord Protector all the way up until the Victorian era when Britains monarchs came face-to-face with modernity. This brilliant collection of biographies of Britains kings and queens provides an in-depth examination of what the British monarchy has meant, what it means now and what it will continue to mean. Bringing to life a cast of colourful characters, Starkeys trademark energy and authority make him the perfect guide on this epic, accessible and compelling journey, as he offers us a vivid portrait of British culture, politics and nationhood through an institution that has defined the realm for nearly two thousand years. Critic Reviews: "Excellentthe really crucial events in the history of the British Monarchyare assessed with authority, wisdom and witThis is Starkey at his fluent and entertaining best." (Sunday Telegraph) "This bookis vivid, lucid and engaginghis judgements delivered with quasi-Pontifical assurance are often acutea very enjoyable book." (Daily Telegraph) "David Starkey tours England's monarchical horizon with gusto." (Sunday Times) "Starkey brings the past to vivid life." (Daily Express) "Combines compelling narrative and lucid analysis to guide us with a sure handStarkeys book will undoubtedly make him and his publishers a tidy profit." (Spectator) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crown and Country Subtitle: A History of England through the Monarchy Author: David Starkey Narrator: Tim Pigott-Smith, Jim Norton Format: Abridged Length: 15 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From one of our finest historians comes an outstanding exploration of the British monarchy from the retreat of the Romans up until the modern day. The monarchy is one of Britains longest surviving institutions as well as one of its most tumultuous and revered. In this masterful book, David Starkey looks at the monarchy as a whole, charting its history from Roman times, to the Wars of the Roses, the chaos of the Civil War, the fall of Charles I and Cromwell's emergence as Lord Protector all the way up until the Victorian era when Britains monarchs came face-to-face with modernity. This brilliant collection of biographies of Britains kings and queens provides an in-depth examination of what the British monarchy has meant, what it means now and what it will continue to mean. Bringing to life a cast of colourful characters, Starkeys trademark energy and authority make him the perfect guide on this epic, accessible and compelling journey, as he offers us a vivid portrait of British culture, politics and nationhood through an institution that has defined the realm for nearly two thousand years. Critic Reviews: "Excellentthe really crucial events in the history of the British Monarchyare assessed with authority, wisdom and witThis is Starkey at his fluent and entertaining best." (Sunday Telegraph) "This bookis vivid, lucid and engaginghis judgements delivered with quasi-Pontifical assurance are often acutea very enjoyable book." (Daily Telegraph) "David Starkey tours England's monarchical horizon with gusto." (Sunday Times) "Starkey brings the past to vivid life." (Daily Express) "Combines compelling narrative and lucid analysis to guide us with a sure handStarkeys book will undoubtedly make him and his publishers a tidy profit." (Spectator) Members Reviews: Needs Chapters - to good to stop! I find most audiobooks (good and bad) to be great soporifics. This, however, is the opposite - and therefore needs chapters as a place to stop and come back to. The story is wonderfully relentless and extremely well read. Looking forward to the day when I have a good five hours free when I can just devote it to listening to this book (maybe it's time to really clean the apartment). Informative and Interesting I think that the measure of this book is that I know a lot more now than I did before I listened to it - but then, I started from a pretty low base! The audiobook tells the story of Monarchy from Claudius' Roman occupation through to Elizabeth II. Perhaps the title is a little misleading - for example there is not a great deal of coverage of the two twentieth century World Wars. Personally, I didn't enoy this book as much as some ot the other history texts I have downloaded. The reason for this is not the quality of Mr. Starkey's writing, which is very good indeed. I struggled to keep track with events at times, just because there are so many monarchs. At times they seem to blur into each other a little. Oh, and the changing narrators jar a little. That said, this is a very good audiobook and I would definitiely reccommend it. No longer am I slightly ashamed of my lack of knowledge of monarchy and indeed English history. There's still a lot more to know but this book has given me a pretty good grounding. Thanks. Comprehensive and entertaining Beautifully written. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Great-Britain-at-War-Audiobook/B0055OHU1I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Britain at War Author: Jeffery Farnol Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-11 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH Audio presents a complete and unabridged audio edition of a book published in 1917 at the height of the First World War. The author, Jeffery Farnol, is better known for his works of romantic fiction, but in this departure, Jeffery recites the events, observations, and anecdotes of his tour of Great Britain's war effort. The book follows Jeffery as he visits a number of key locations around Britain and on the continent, each demonstrating how members of English society have come together to work towards the goal of "defeating the hun". On a visit to a naval dockyard, he reports on how the ships are being constructed, takes us on a tour of a destroyer, and introduces us to the crew. He also visits a machine gun factory, and discovers how the great guns are built. His tour continues onto the continent, where he visits a hospital, a training camp, and artillery battery at the front in action. While in France, he discovers the horrors of war, learning that it's more than just guns and glory; there's blood and death close at hand. A visit to an active aerodrome shows us the newly arrived aircraft, and from the people there, we learn of their daring in combat. Finally, the tour draws to an end at Ypres, known simply as "wipers" to the troops - a place of great history and architecture now turned to ashes and rubble. Yet despite the destruction, the author finds glory, honour, and even hope for a better future. This is a fascinating insight into Britain during the peak years of the World War I effort. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeffery Farnol) Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:48:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Great-Britain-at-War-Audiobook/B0055OHU1I thebookvoice.com 02:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Britain at War Author: Jeffery Farnol Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-11 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH Audio presents a complete and unabridged audio edition of a book published in 1917 at the height of the First World War. The author, Jeffery Farnol, is better known for his works of romantic fiction, but in this departure, Jeffery recites the events, observations, and anecdotes of his tour of Great Britain's war effort. The book follows Jeffery as he visits a number of key locations around Britain and on the continent, each demonstrating how members of English society have come together to work towards the goal of "defeating the hun". On a visit to a naval dockyard, he reports on how the ships are being constructed, takes us on a tour of a destroyer, and introduces us to the crew. He also visits a machine gun factory, and discovers how the great guns are built. His tour continues onto the continent, where he visits a hospital, a training camp, and artillery battery at the front in action. While in France, he discovers the horrors of war, learning that it's more than just guns and glory; there's blood and death close at hand. A visit to an active aerodrome shows us the newly arrived aircraft, and from the people there, we learn of their daring in combat. Finally, the tour draws to an end at Ypres, known simply as "wipers" to the troops - a place of great history and architecture now turned to ashes and rubble. Yet despite the destruction, the author finds glory, honour, and even hope for a better future. This is a fascinating insight into Britain during the peak years of the World War I effort. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Britain at War Author: Jeffery Farnol Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-11 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH Audio presents a complete and unabridged audio edition of a book published in 1917 at the height of the First World War. The author, Jeffery Farnol, is better known for his works of romantic fiction, but in this departure, Jeffery recites the events, observations, and anecdotes of his tour of Great Britain's war effort. The book follows Jeffery as he visits a number of key locations around Britain and on the continent, each demonstrating how members of English society have come together to work towards the goal of "defeating the hun". On a visit to a naval dockyard, he reports on how the ships are being constructed, takes us on a tour of a destroyer, and introduces us to the crew. He also visits a machine gun factory, and discovers how the great guns are built. His tour continues onto the continent, where he visits a hospital, a training camp, and artillery battery at the front in action. While in France, he discovers the horrors of war, learning that it's more than just guns and glory; there's blood and death close at hand. A visit to an active aerodrome shows us the newly arrived aircraft, and from the people there, we learn of their daring in combat. Finally, the tour draws to an end at Ypres, known simply as "wipers" to the troops - a place of great history and architecture now turned to ashes and rubble. Yet despite the destruction, the author finds glory, honour, and even hope for a better future. This is a fascinating insight into Britain during the peak years of the World War I effort. Members Reviews: The missing piece in a lot of Farnol collections I finally completed my Farnol collection by adding this book. I have them all except for the two books for Jane. For most collectors this will be the only way they will be able to purchase it for less than $100, if at all. It gives a curious picture of Jeffery Farnol outside of his usual sphere as we know him as an author of romance novels. It appears to have been photographed directly from an ex-library book from Canada. For WWII buffs. Unfortunately time has made this book irrelevant. In 1943 it would have been gripping. Now it is past it's best, except for a WWII buff The book itself was not fantastic. It was one writer's experiences (as a writer) ... This was my first Whispersync book. I downloaded the narration as well as the text. It was really a revelation. The book itself was not fantastic. It was one writer's experiences (as a writer) of WW!. Nevertheless I enjoyed -- especially the Whispersync feature. Eloquently written Details the great horror do WWI without resorting to gore. The writing is well crafted, descriptive and vibrant. An excellent snapshot of how the war was being reported. It leaves one with the same experiences you would only get in the 21st century with an embedded reporter. Of its age Farnol was , you might say, a famous and very popular writer of his time. This sincere and rather emotional (not to say patriotic) collection is absolutely sui generis and the modern reader who accepts this will get much pleasure in the reading. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Barbary-Pirates-Audiobook/B002V0M3FC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Barbary Pirates Subtitle: History Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Barbary Pirates with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. For 350 years, from the late 15th century onwards, Europeans travelling by boat in the Mediterranean Sea were under constant threat of pirate attack. But these were not pirates as normally understood; rather, they were Muslim warriors officially sanctioned to plunder ships from Christian countries to kill or enslave anyone they found aboard. The pirates came from the North African port cities of Algiers, Tunis, Tripoli and Sale, known collectively as the Barbary States. Although these cities were officially part of the Ottoman Empire, they enjoyed considerable autonomy and lived mainly from the proceeds of piracy. The ships of the Barbary corsairs, as the pirates were known, were usually owned by the local ruler, or pasha, who granted the captain of each ship license to engage in piracy against ships from non-Muslim countries. Local merchants would also invest in corsair ships, which could be a source of handsome profits. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (iMinds) Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:31:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Barbary-Pirates-Audiobook/B002V0M3FC thebookvoice.com 00:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Barbary Pirates Subtitle: History Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Barbary Pirates with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. For 350 years, from the late 15th century onwards, Europeans travelling by boat in the Mediterranean Sea were under constant threat of pirate attack. But these were not pirates as normally understood; rather, they were Muslim warriors officially sanctioned to plunder ships from Christian countries to kill or enslave anyone they found aboard. The pirates came from the North African port cities of Algiers, Tunis, Tripoli and Sale, known collectively as the Barbary States. Although these cities were officially part of the Ottoman Empire, they enjoyed considerable autonomy and lived mainly from the proceeds of piracy. The ships of the Barbary corsairs, as the pirates were known, were usually owned by the local ruler, or pasha, who granted the captain of each ship license to engage in piracy against ships from non-Muslim countries. Local merchants would also invest in corsair ships, which could be a source of handsome profits. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Barbary Pirates Subtitle: History Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Barbary Pirates with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. For 350 years, from the late 15th century onwards, Europeans travelling by boat in the Mediterranean Sea were under constant threat of pirate attack. But these were not pirates as normally understood; rather, they were Muslim warriors officially sanctioned to plunder ships from Christian countries to kill or enslave anyone they found aboard. The pirates came from the North African port cities of Algiers, Tunis, Tripoli and Sale, known collectively as the Barbary States. Although these cities were officially part of the Ottoman Empire, they enjoyed considerable autonomy and lived mainly from the proceeds of piracy. The ships of the Barbary corsairs, as the pirates were known, were usually owned by the local ruler, or pasha, who granted the captain of each ship license to engage in piracy against ships from non-Muslim countries. Local merchants would also invest in corsair ships, which could be a source of handsome profits. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Members Reviews: a useful summary A rarely covered topic in schools or history books. One of the best topics covered by the iMinds crew for the audio audiences. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-The-Prince-Audiobook/B075GW232X Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everything You Need to Know About 'The Prince' Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Niccolò Machiavelli was born in Florence on May 3, 1469, as Florence was undergoing its transition into the Renaissance, guided by the Medicis. Machiavelli was a public servant during the Republic, losing his office when the Medicis returned to power. Despite that, Machiavelli dedicated The Prince to the ruling Medici of the time, leading some today to still speculate whether the book was a satire. Regardless, The Prince remains one of the most influential political philosophies of history, and Machiavelli himself will forever be associated for the "ends justify the means" philosophy that he wrote about and which even today is called Machiavellian. The Prince was eventually published in 1532, though evidence exists that the manuscript was circulated before this point, which was deemed more polite than physical publication. Twenty-seven years later, in 1559, the text was, unsurprisingly, registered to the Index Librorum Prohibitorum (the Catholic Church's list of banned books) on the grounds of immorality. The text can generally be divided into four parts. Chapters 1-11 outline the different types of principalities, and the benefits and drawbacks of each, to "discuss how such principalities are to be ruled and preserved" (II.1). Chapters 12-14 discussed military force, including how to amass and maintain an army. But it is Chapters 15-23 that make the book infamous. In these chapters, Machiavelli discusses the importance (or unimportance) of morality, claiming, "it is necessary for a prince wishing to hold his own to know how to do wrong, and to make use of it or not according to necessity" (XV.2). Thus, the "ends" justify the "means." The Prince is just as notorious today as it was nearly 500 years ago, and Machiavelli's political philosophy has never been more relevant. Everything You Need to Know About 'The Prince' is the perfect resource for understanding Machiavelli's seminal treatise, explaining the historical context within which Machiavelli wrote it. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 12 Sep 2017 19:17:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Everything-You-Need-to-Know-About-The-Prince-Audiobook/B075GW232X thebookvoice.com 01:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everything You Need to Know About 'The Prince' Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Niccolò Machiavelli was born in Florence on May 3, 1469, as Florence was undergoing its transition into the Renaissance, guided by the Medicis. Machiavelli was a public servant during the Republic, losing his office when the Medicis returned to power. Despite that, Machiavelli dedicated The Prince to the ruling Medici of the time, leading some today to still speculate whether the book was a satire. Regardless, The Prince remains one of the most influential political philosophies of history, and Machiavelli himself will forever be associated for the "ends justify the means" philosophy that he wrote about and which even today is called Machiavellian. The Prince was eventually published in 1532, though evidence exists that the manuscript was circulated before this point, which was deemed more polite than physical publication. Twenty-seven years later, in 1559, the text was, unsurprisingly, registered to the Index Librorum Prohibitorum (the Catholic Church's list of banned books) on the grounds of immorality. The text can generally be divided into four parts. Chapters 1-11 outline the different types of principalities, and the benefits and drawbacks of each, to "discuss how such principalities are to be ruled and preserved" (II.1). Chapters 12-14 discussed military force, including how to amass and maintain an army. But it is Chapters 15-23 that make the book infamous. In these chapters, Machiavelli discusses the importance (or unimportance) of morality, claiming, "it is necessary for a prince wishing to hold his own to know how to do wrong, and to make use of it or not according to necessity" (XV.2). Thus, the "ends" justify the "means." The Prince is just as notorious today as it was nearly 500 years ago, and Machiavelli's political philosophy has never been more relevant. Everything You Need to Know About 'The Prince' is the perfect resource for understanding Machiavelli's seminal treatise, explaining the historical context within which Machiavelli wrote it. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everything You Need to Know About 'The Prince' Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Niccolò Machiavelli was born in Florence on May 3, 1469, as Florence was undergoing its transition into the Renaissance, guided by the Medicis. Machiavelli was a public servant during the Republic, losing his office when the Medicis returned to power. Despite that, Machiavelli dedicated The Prince to the ruling Medici of the time, leading some today to still speculate whether the book was a satire. Regardless, The Prince remains one of the most influential political philosophies of history, and Machiavelli himself will forever be associated for the "ends justify the means" philosophy that he wrote about and which even today is called Machiavellian. The Prince was eventually published in 1532, though evidence exists that the manuscript was circulated before this point, which was deemed more polite than physical publication. Twenty-seven years later, in 1559, the text was, unsurprisingly, registered to the Index Librorum Prohibitorum (the Catholic Church's list of banned books) on the grounds of immorality. The text can generally be divided into four parts. Chapters 1-11 outline the different types of principalities, and the benefits and drawbacks of each, to "discuss how such principalities are to be ruled and preserved" (II.1). Chapters 12-14 discussed military force, including how to amass and maintain an army. But it is Chapters 15-23 that make the book infamous. In these chapters, Machiavelli discusses the importance (or unimportance) of morality, claiming, "it is necessary for a prince wishing to hold his own to know how to do wrong, and to make use of it or not according to necessity" (XV.2). Thus, the "ends" justify the "means." The Prince is just as notorious today as it was nearly 500 years ago, and Machiavelli's political philosophy has never been more relevant. Everything You Need to Know About 'The Prince' is the perfect resource for understanding Machiavelli's seminal treatise, explaining the historical context within which Machiavelli wrote it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Roman-Guide-to-Slave-Management-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B072MK3838 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Roman Guide to Slave Management [Russian Edition] Subtitle: A Treatise by Nobleman Marcus Sidonius Falx Author: Jerry Toner Narrator: Alexey Muzhitskii Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-17 Publisher: New Internet Technologies & Olimp-Business Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Marcus Sidonius Falx is an average Roman citizen. Born of a relatively well-off noble family, he lives on a palatial estate in Campania, dines with senators and generals, and, like all of his ancestors before him, owns countless slaves. Having spent most of his life managing his servants - many of them prisoners from Rome's military conquests - he decided to write a kind of owner's manual for his friends and countrymen. The result, The Roman Guide to Slave Management, is a sly, subversive guide to the realities of servitude in ancient Rome. Cambridge scholar Jerry Toner uses Falx, his fictional but true-to-life creation, to describe where and how to Romans bought slaves, how they could tell an obedient worker from a troublemaker, and even how the ruling class reacted to the inevitable slave revolts. Toner also adds commentary throughout, analyzing the callous words and casual brutality of Falx and his compatriots and putting it all in context for the modern listener. Written with a deep knowledge of ancient culture - and the depths of its cruelty - this is the Roman Empire as you've never seen it before. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jerry Toner) Thu, 08 Jun 2017 20:12:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Roman-Guide-to-Slave-Management-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B072MK3838 thebookvoice.com 05:52:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Roman Guide to Slave Management [Russian Edition] Subtitle: A Treatise by Nobleman Marcus Sidonius Falx Author: Jerry Toner Narrator: Alexey Muzhitskii Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-17 Publisher: New Internet Technologies & Olimp-Business Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Marcus Sidonius Falx is an average Roman citizen. Born of a relatively well-off noble family, he lives on a palatial estate in Campania, dines with senators and generals, and, like all of his ancestors before him, owns countless slaves. Having spent most of his life managing his servants - many of them prisoners from Rome's military conquests - he decided to write a kind of owner's manual for his friends and countrymen. The result, The Roman Guide to Slave Management, is a sly, subversive guide to the realities of servitude in ancient Rome. Cambridge scholar Jerry Toner uses Falx, his fictional but true-to-life creation, to describe where and how to Romans bought slaves, how they could tell an obedient worker from a troublemaker, and even how the ruling class reacted to the inevitable slave revolts. Toner also adds commentary throughout, analyzing the callous words and casual brutality of Falx and his compatriots and putting it all in context for the modern listener. Written with a deep knowledge of ancient culture - and the depths of its cruelty - this is the Roman Empire as you've never seen it before. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Roman Guide to Slave Management [Russian Edition] Subtitle: A Treatise by Nobleman Marcus Sidonius Falx Author: Jerry Toner Narrator: Alexey Muzhitskii Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-08-17 Publisher: New Internet Technologies & Olimp-Business Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Marcus Sidonius Falx is an average Roman citizen. Born of a relatively well-off noble family, he lives on a palatial estate in Campania, dines with senators and generals, and, like all of his ancestors before him, owns countless slaves. Having spent most of his life managing his servants - many of them prisoners from Rome's military conquests - he decided to write a kind of owner's manual for his friends and countrymen. The result, The Roman Guide to Slave Management, is a sly, subversive guide to the realities of servitude in ancient Rome. Cambridge scholar Jerry Toner uses Falx, his fictional but true-to-life creation, to describe where and how to Romans bought slaves, how they could tell an obedient worker from a troublemaker, and even how the ruling class reacted to the inevitable slave revolts. Toner also adds commentary throughout, analyzing the callous words and casual brutality of Falx and his compatriots and putting it all in context for the modern listener. Written with a deep knowledge of ancient culture - and the depths of its cruelty - this is the Roman Empire as you've never seen it before. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Los-Reyes-Catolicos-The-Catholic-Kings-Audiobook/B00VB254TS Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Los Reyes Católicos [The Catholic Kings] Subtitular: Construyendo el estado moderno [Building the Modern State] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 3 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-30-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 3.5 de 5 de 3 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Pocos matrimonios en la historia europea han tenido tal impacto e influencia en la vida y surgimiento de una nación como la de los afamados Reyes Católicos, Isabel De Castilla y Fernando de Aragón, en el siglo XV. Unidos en matrimonio en 1469, no sólo unieron las coronas de los reinos de Castilla y Aragón, sino que bajo su égida iniciaron el nacimiento de una nueva época para España. En este audiolibro, le contamos sus comienzos, su ascensión al trono, hasta sus problemas por su matrimonio. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Mon, 30 Mar 2015 15:00:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Los-Reyes-Catolicos-The-Catholic-Kings-Audiobook/B00VB254TS thebookvoice.com 01:03:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Los Reyes Católicos [The Catholic Kings] Subtitular: Construyendo el estado moderno [Building the Modern State] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 3 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-30-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 3.5 de 5 de 3 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Pocos matrimonios en la historia europea han tenido tal impacto e influencia en la vida y surgimiento de una nación como la de los afamados Reyes Católicos, Isabel De Castilla y Fernando de Aragón, en el siglo XV. Unidos en matrimonio en 1469, no sólo unieron las coronas de los reinos de Castilla y Aragón, sino que bajo su égida iniciaron el nacimiento de una nueva época para España. En este audiolibro, le contamos sus comienzos, su ascensión al trono, hasta sus problemas por su matrimonio. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Los Reyes Católicos [The Catholic Kings] Subtitular: Construyendo el estado moderno [Building the Modern State] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 3 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-30-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 3.5 de 5 de 3 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Pocos matrimonios en la historia europea han tenido tal impacto e influencia en la vida y surgimiento de una nación como la de los afamados Reyes Católicos, Isabel De Castilla y Fernando de Aragón, en el siglo XV. Unidos en matrimonio en 1469, no sólo unieron las coronas de los reinos de Castilla y Aragón, sino que bajo su égida iniciaron el nacimiento de una nueva época para España. En este audiolibro, le contamos sus comienzos, su ascensión al trono, hasta sus problemas por su matrimonio. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Legends-of-the-Middle-Ages-The-First-Crusade-Audiobook/B00WJ23MH0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends of the Middle Ages: The First Crusade Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Colin Fluxman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "I, or rather the Lord, beseech you as Christ's heralds to publish this everywhere and to persuade all people of whatever rank, foot-soldiers and knights, poor and rich, to carry aid promptly to those Christians and to destroy that vile race from the lands of our friends. I say this to those who are present, it is meant also for those who are absent. Moreover, Christ commands it." (Pope Urban II, 1095) When a crusader army of Western European Franks took Jerusalem by storm on July 15, 1099, it was one of the more unexpected conquests in history. Everything seemed to be against them for the previous three years of crusades right up to the final siege, yet they finally prevailed. And when they did, they massacred most if not all of the population before establishing a Christian realm in a region that had been taken over by the Muslims in 634 CE. The First Crusade is a difficult and polarizing event, even among modern historians. For some the crusaders were heroes and saints, and for others they were devils who disrupted the peaceful local sects of Muslims, Jews, and Christians, establishing an alien colony that heralded modern European imperialism. To serve the needs of whatever story they want to tell, some historians will begin their tales at some convenient point in history that makes their sides look good. In fact the First Crusade is also a signal example of why it is unwise to choose sides in history because neither side was correct, and the situation was highly complex. Though it went largely unremarked in the Islamic world at the time, the First Crusade has since become a contentious symbol of European imperialism in the Middle East. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 23 Apr 2015 08:28:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Legends-of-the-Middle-Ages-The-First-Crusade-Audiobook/B00WJ23MH0 thebookvoice.com 01:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends of the Middle Ages: The First Crusade Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Colin Fluxman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "I, or rather the Lord, beseech you as Christ's heralds to publish this everywhere and to persuade all people of whatever rank, foot-soldiers and knights, poor and rich, to carry aid promptly to those Christians and to destroy that vile race from the lands of our friends. I say this to those who are present, it is meant also for those who are absent. Moreover, Christ commands it." (Pope Urban II, 1095) When a crusader army of Western European Franks took Jerusalem by storm on July 15, 1099, it was one of the more unexpected conquests in history. Everything seemed to be against them for the previous three years of crusades right up to the final siege, yet they finally prevailed. And when they did, they massacred most if not all of the population before establishing a Christian realm in a region that had been taken over by the Muslims in 634 CE. The First Crusade is a difficult and polarizing event, even among modern historians. For some the crusaders were heroes and saints, and for others they were devils who disrupted the peaceful local sects of Muslims, Jews, and Christians, establishing an alien colony that heralded modern European imperialism. To serve the needs of whatever story they want to tell, some historians will begin their tales at some convenient point in history that makes their sides look good. In fact the First Crusade is also a signal example of why it is unwise to choose sides in history because neither side was correct, and the situation was highly complex. Though it went largely unremarked in the Islamic world at the time, the First Crusade has since become a contentious symbol of European imperialism in the Middle East. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Legends of the Middle Ages: The First Crusade Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Colin Fluxman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "I, or rather the Lord, beseech you as Christ's heralds to publish this everywhere and to persuade all people of whatever rank, foot-soldiers and knights, poor and rich, to carry aid promptly to those Christians and to destroy that vile race from the lands of our friends. I say this to those who are present, it is meant also for those who are absent. Moreover, Christ commands it." (Pope Urban II, 1095) When a crusader army of Western European Franks took Jerusalem by storm on July 15, 1099, it was one of the more unexpected conquests in history. Everything seemed to be against them for the previous three years of crusades right up to the final siege, yet they finally prevailed. And when they did, they massacred most if not all of the population before establishing a Christian realm in a region that had been taken over by the Muslims in 634 CE. The First Crusade is a difficult and polarizing event, even among modern historians. For some the crusaders were heroes and saints, and for others they were devils who disrupted the peaceful local sects of Muslims, Jews, and Christians, establishing an alien colony that heralded modern European imperialism. To serve the needs of whatever story they want to tell, some historians will begin their tales at some convenient point in history that makes their sides look good. In fact the First Crusade is also a signal example of why it is unwise to choose sides in history because neither side was correct, and the situation was highly complex. Though it went largely unremarked in the Islamic world at the time, the First Crusade has since become a contentious symbol of European imperialism in the Middle East. Members Reviews: Good Overview This was a well balanced overview of the First Crusade. I really was pleased that the writing stayed away from the "Christians were bad" theme and balanced it out that the Islamic invaders were equally as brutal and equally to blame for the Crusades, to the point that the book points out that Muslims invaded Jerusalem first, and how the idea of crusading was barely mentioned in uslim historical texts. I also liked the fact that the numbers of certain events were weighed against the reality of the event and clearly shows that, on both sides, the conflict was "blown out of porportion" by each side. A good, brief read on a subject that, if you read this book, should entice you to dig deeper on the whole era of the Crusades. A Quick and Easy Read This was an excellent, but easy and short discourse on the First Crusade. I enjoy all of the Charles River Editors' books immensely. Read again I NEED TO READ THE BOOK AGAIN. THERE WAS SO MUCH TO ABSORB, THAT ONE READING WILL NOT SUFFICE. Good deal!!! I would like to deal with you in the future. this book really helps me in my personal study. I like it!!!!!!!!! First Crusade This is an era Iam currently studying and it fits well with all my other references. Recommended to and student of this era. It is also a very readable story for non-students. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Thomas-Cromwell-Audiobook/B00NQ9IX92 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thomas Cromwell Subtitle: The Untold Story of Henry VIII's Most Faithful Servant Author: Tracy Borman Narrator: Gareth Armstrong, Paul Mendez, Sandra Duncan Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Thomas Cromwell is known to millions as the leading character in Hilary Mantel's best-selling Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies. But who was the real Cromwell? Born a lowly tavern keeper's son, Cromwell rose swiftly through the ranks to become Henry VIII's right-hand man, and one of the most powerful figures in Tudor history. The architect of England's break with the Roman Catholic Church and the dissolution of the monasteries, he oversaw seismic changes in our country's history. Influential in securing Henry's controversial divorce from Catherine of Aragon, many believe he was also the ruthless force behind Anne Boleyn's downfall and subsequent execution. But although for years he has been reviled as a Machiavellian schemer who stopped at nothing in his quest for power, Thomas Cromwell was also a loving husband, father, and guardian; a witty and generous host; and a loyal and devoted servant. With new insights into Cromwell's character, his family life and his close relationships with both Cardinal Wolsey and Henry VIII, joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces Tracy Borman examines the life, loves, and legacy of the man who changed the shape of England forever. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tracy Borman) Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:17:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Thomas-Cromwell-Audiobook/B00NQ9IX92 thebookvoice.com 15:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thomas Cromwell Subtitle: The Untold Story of Henry VIII's Most Faithful Servant Author: Tracy Borman Narrator: Gareth Armstrong, Paul Mendez, Sandra Duncan Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Thomas Cromwell is known to millions as the leading character in Hilary Mantel's best-selling Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies. But who was the real Cromwell? Born a lowly tavern keeper's son, Cromwell rose swiftly through the ranks to become Henry VIII's right-hand man, and one of the most powerful figures in Tudor history. The architect of England's break with the Roman Catholic Church and the dissolution of the monasteries, he oversaw seismic changes in our country's history. Influential in securing Henry's controversial divorce from Catherine of Aragon, many believe he was also the ruthless force behind Anne Boleyn's downfall and subsequent execution. But although for years he has been reviled as a Machiavellian schemer who stopped at nothing in his quest for power, Thomas Cromwell was also a loving husband, father, and guardian; a witty and generous host; and a loyal and devoted servant. With new insights into Cromwell's character, his family life and his close relationships with both Cardinal Wolsey and Henry VIII, joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces Tracy Borman examines the life, loves, and legacy of the man who changed the shape of England forever. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thomas Cromwell Subtitle: The Untold Story of Henry VIII's Most Faithful Servant Author: Tracy Borman Narrator: Gareth Armstrong, Paul Mendez, Sandra Duncan Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-14 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Thomas Cromwell is known to millions as the leading character in Hilary Mantel's best-selling Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies. But who was the real Cromwell? Born a lowly tavern keeper's son, Cromwell rose swiftly through the ranks to become Henry VIII's right-hand man, and one of the most powerful figures in Tudor history. The architect of England's break with the Roman Catholic Church and the dissolution of the monasteries, he oversaw seismic changes in our country's history. Influential in securing Henry's controversial divorce from Catherine of Aragon, many believe he was also the ruthless force behind Anne Boleyn's downfall and subsequent execution. But although for years he has been reviled as a Machiavellian schemer who stopped at nothing in his quest for power, Thomas Cromwell was also a loving husband, father, and guardian; a witty and generous host; and a loyal and devoted servant. With new insights into Cromwell's character, his family life and his close relationships with both Cardinal Wolsey and Henry VIII, joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces Tracy Borman examines the life, loves, and legacy of the man who changed the shape of England forever. Members Reviews: Pity Any additional comments? The book is good and the main reader excellent however the readers for the various quoted writers are poor. Why it was felt necessary in such a book to do this I'm not sure. I am half way through and cringe each time I sense a quote is soon to begin. It detracts from an otherwise decent audio book. Spoiled by additional narration Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? The book - yes. The audiobook - no. What was one of the most memorable moments of Thomas Cromwell? No memorable moment. Overall a good book. How did the narrator detract from the book? The main narrator is fine, no criticism of him. The additional voice actors used to read the quotations from letters etc are atrocious and seriously detract from an otherwise good audiobook. As another reviewer has said, the choice of accents is peculiar with French and Spanish being reduced to a sort of hybrid that sounds like neither. Cromwell's voice paints a picture of him as a rather slow-witted headmaster. All of them sound very camp. The book would have been infinitely better if the quotes had been read without accents and in a plain, authoritative voice. Did Thomas Cromwell inspire you to do anything? No, except to go back to re-reading Wolf Hall and Bring up the Bodies. Narration Nonsensence Would you consider the audio edition of Thomas Cromwell to be better than the print version? Not in its current form What was one of the most memorable moments of Thomas Cromwell? Sadly, the jarring accents How could the performance have been better? A different narrator or, the same without the attempt at regional and European accents. Any additional comments? I believe Ms. Borman to be an excellent author - she is one of the few authors today who has a terrific way of immersing the reader/listener into her narrative, a real feel for the period. I bought this title because I have enjoyed her previous work enormously but was deeply disappointed and became, over time, annoyed by the cringe making accents. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/English-University-Life-in-the-Middle-Ages-Audiobook/B00IUQEB8S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: English University Life in the Middle Ages Author: Alan Cobban Narrator: Ed Altman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This work presents a composite view of medieval English university life. The author offers detailed insights into the social and economic conditions of the lives of students, their teaching masters and fellows. The experiences of college benefactors, women and university servants are also examined, demonstrating the vibrancy they brought to university life. The second half of the book is concerned with the complex methods of teaching and learning, the regime of studies taught, the relationship between the universities in Oxford and Cambridge, as well as the relationship between town and gown. The book is published by The Ohio State University Press. Critic Reviews: This is a volume which, like the university, offers both instruction and entertainment. (The Lecturer) Triumphantly successful. (Urban History) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Cobban) Mon, 10 Mar 2014 14:60:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/English-University-Life-in-the-Middle-Ages-Audiobook/B00IUQEB8S thebookvoice.com 08:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: English University Life in the Middle Ages Author: Alan Cobban Narrator: Ed Altman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This work presents a composite view of medieval English university life. The author offers detailed insights into the social and economic conditions of the lives of students, their teaching masters and fellows. The experiences of college benefactors, women and university servants are also examined, demonstrating the vibrancy they brought to university life. The second half of the book is concerned with the complex methods of teaching and learning, the regime of studies taught, the relationship between the universities in Oxford and Cambridge, as well as the relationship between town and gown. The book is published by The Ohio State University Press. Critic Reviews: This is a volume which, like the university, offers both instruction and entertainment. (The Lecturer) Triumphantly successful. (Urban History) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: English University Life in the Middle Ages Author: Alan Cobban Narrator: Ed Altman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This work presents a composite view of medieval English university life. The author offers detailed insights into the social and economic conditions of the lives of students, their teaching masters and fellows. The experiences of college benefactors, women and university servants are also examined, demonstrating the vibrancy they brought to university life. The second half of the book is concerned with the complex methods of teaching and learning, the regime of studies taught, the relationship between the universities in Oxford and Cambridge, as well as the relationship between town and gown. The book is published by The Ohio State University Press. Critic Reviews: This is a volume which, like the university, offers both instruction and entertainment. (The Lecturer) Triumphantly successful. (Urban History) Members Reviews: Worth it if you stick it out Meticulously researched, even colorful narrative. The book does get weighed down at places and can be a difficult listen. I had to replay parts. But still a great book Esoteric, dry and difficult to listen to This book does not lend itself to a performance. It is not a bad book per se, but it is a book of historical reference rather than popular history. It is heavy on the details of the historical evidence and doesn't put it across in a way that is engaging or informative to the average layman. If it is a subject that seriously interests you, then the book is best read in print. I struggled to complete it as I only had a casual interest in the subject. The performance was appalling. It was read in a steady monotone and is not recommended whilst driving. The pronunciation is awful with names, colleges, and places and even ordinary words all mangled with equal verve. Only For The Genuinely Interested I must start by saying that I found this audiobook very interested. But having been associated with three old Oxbridge colleges in different capacities, I probably have more interest than most -- I have always wondered what life was like there in medieval times. And the listener has to be genuinely interested to pursue this audiobook. First the reading -- dreadful! Surely a precursor to reading this book is to learn how to pronounce the names of the Oxford and Cambridge colleges.......any tricky ones were mispronounced. I managed to let this flow over me but it was quite distracting. For the content -- really this is a book for specialists. It is rather rambling and fails to make any link with modern Oxford and Cambridge Universities. For example there is a lot of discussion of The King's Hall. Using wikipedia I discovered that this later formed part of Trinity College but it is not mentioned in the book. And I was very disappointed that there was no final chapter discussing later developments. But many aspects were fascinating, e.g. the way in which college based teaching came to dominate university teaching. So I recommend this audiobook, but not to the casual listener. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tony-Robinsons-Weird-World-of-Wonders-World-War-I-Audiobook/B00HFBNLLM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders - World War I Author: Tony Robinson Narrator: Tony Robinson Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-14 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Everything you need to know about World War I! Tony Robinson takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly, and disgusting bits about World War I. It's history, but not as we know it! Find out everything you ever needed to know about World War I in this brilliant action-packed, fact-filled book, including: What are you waiting for? Let's get going... biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tony Robinson) Thu, 16 Jan 2014 15:46:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Tony-Robinsons-Weird-World-of-Wonders-World-War-I-Audiobook/B00HFBNLLM thebookvoice.com 01:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders - World War I Author: Tony Robinson Narrator: Tony Robinson Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-14 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Everything you need to know about World War I! Tony Robinson takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly, and disgusting bits about World War I. It's history, but not as we know it! Find out everything you ever needed to know about World War I in this brilliant action-packed, fact-filled book, including: What are you waiting for? Let's get going... Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders - World War I Author: Tony Robinson Narrator: Tony Robinson Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-16-14 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Everything you need to know about World War I! Tony Robinson takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly, and disgusting bits about World War I. It's history, but not as we know it! Find out everything you ever needed to know about World War I in this brilliant action-packed, fact-filled book, including: What are you waiting for? Let's get going... Members Reviews: Perfect introduction for children. Very well read The tone was just right for children. They got some sense of the horrors of the war and the trenches but the touch was light enough but to frighten them away from learning more. 9 year old loves Tony Robinson's books My son loves these little books. It's too bad they aren't longer. Robinson does a good job of giving an overview of the subject of the book, and making it interesting with funny voices, sound effects, and little tidbits that delve in a little bit deeper (interesting quotes, etc.). Amazing!!! This audiobook is so awesome! Tought me alot about WWI in a fun way! This is such a fabulos book for kids! I really loved it! A Good book This book is well worth having in your book case, a must have for your library. great Great book and I loved and enjoyed listening to it on long trops amd in bed https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lady-Catherine-and-the-Real-Downton-Abbey-Audiobook/B00F0U5AD2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lady Catherine and the Real Downton Abbey Author: Countess Of Carnarvon Narrator: Sandra Duncan, Jenny Ogilvie, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-13 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sometimes the facts are even more extraordinary than the fiction... This book tells the story of Lady Catherine, a beautiful American girl who became the chatelaine of Highclere Castle, the setting for Julian Fellowes' award-winning drama Downton Abbey. Charming and charismatic, Catherine caught the eye of Lord Porchester (or 'Porchey', as he was known) when she was just 20 years old, and wearing a pale yellow dress at a ball. She had already turned down 14 proposals before she eventually married Porchey in 1922. But less than a year later Porchey's father died suddenly, and he became the 6th Earl of Carnarvon, inheriting a title and a Castle that changed both their lives forever. Catherine found herself suddenly in charge of a small army of household staff, and hosting lavish banquets and weekend house parties. Although the couple were very much in love, considerable challenges lay ahead for Catherine. They were immediately faced with the task of saving Highclere when debts threatened to destroy the estate. As the 1920s moved to a close, Catherine's adored brother died and she began to lose her husband to the distractions London had to offer. When the Second World War broke out, life at the Castle would never be the same again. Drawing on rich material from the private archives at Highclere, including beautiful period photographs, the current Countess of Carnarvon transports us back to the thrilling and alluring world of the 'real Downton Abbey' and its inhabitants. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Countess Of Carnarvon) Thu, 12 Sep 2013 13:57:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lady-Catherine-and-the-Real-Downton-Abbey-Audiobook/B00F0U5AD2 thebookvoice.com 10:47:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lady Catherine and the Real Downton Abbey Author: Countess Of Carnarvon Narrator: Sandra Duncan, Jenny Ogilvie, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-13 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sometimes the facts are even more extraordinary than the fiction... This book tells the story of Lady Catherine, a beautiful American girl who became the chatelaine of Highclere Castle, the setting for Julian Fellowes' award-winning drama Downton Abbey. Charming and charismatic, Catherine caught the eye of Lord Porchester (or 'Porchey', as he was known) when she was just 20 years old, and wearing a pale yellow dress at a ball. She had already turned down 14 proposals before she eventually married Porchey in 1922. But less than a year later Porchey's father died suddenly, and he became the 6th Earl of Carnarvon, inheriting a title and a Castle that changed both their lives forever. Catherine found herself suddenly in charge of a small army of household staff, and hosting lavish banquets and weekend house parties. Although the couple were very much in love, considerable challenges lay ahead for Catherine. They were immediately faced with the task of saving Highclere when debts threatened to destroy the estate. As the 1920s moved to a close, Catherine's adored brother died and she began to lose her husband to the distractions London had to offer. When the Second World War broke out, life at the Castle would never be the same again. Drawing on rich material from the private archives at Highclere, including beautiful period photographs, the current Countess of Carnarvon transports us back to the thrilling and alluring world of the 'real Downton Abbey' and its inhabitants. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lady Catherine and the Real Downton Abbey Author: Countess Of Carnarvon Narrator: Sandra Duncan, Jenny Ogilvie, Andrew Wincott Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-13 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sometimes the facts are even more extraordinary than the fiction... This book tells the story of Lady Catherine, a beautiful American girl who became the chatelaine of Highclere Castle, the setting for Julian Fellowes' award-winning drama Downton Abbey. Charming and charismatic, Catherine caught the eye of Lord Porchester (or 'Porchey', as he was known) when she was just 20 years old, and wearing a pale yellow dress at a ball. She had already turned down 14 proposals before she eventually married Porchey in 1922. But less than a year later Porchey's father died suddenly, and he became the 6th Earl of Carnarvon, inheriting a title and a Castle that changed both their lives forever. Catherine found herself suddenly in charge of a small army of household staff, and hosting lavish banquets and weekend house parties. Although the couple were very much in love, considerable challenges lay ahead for Catherine. They were immediately faced with the task of saving Highclere when debts threatened to destroy the estate. As the 1920s moved to a close, Catherine's adored brother died and she began to lose her husband to the distractions London had to offer. When the Second World War broke out, life at the Castle would never be the same again. Drawing on rich material from the private archives at Highclere, including beautiful period photographs, the current Countess of Carnarvon transports us back to the thrilling and alluring world of the 'real Downton Abbey' and its inhabitants. Members Reviews: Such a disappointment What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? I so loved the book about Lady Almina. Maybe Catherine just doesn't hold a candle to her. But the writing was also quite dull - just going through the motions. Would you ever listen to anything by Countess Of Carnarvon again? Doubtful, I fear she is just trying to cash in on Downton Abbey regardless of whether the subject is worthy of a book. How could the performance have been better? Better writing and story. What character would you cut from Lady Catherine and the Real Downton Abbey? Lady Catherine Too much general WWII history Limited family history padded out by WWII history to take advantage of connection to Downton Abbey TV drama Excellent I enjoyed it and just hope the Countess can find a new heroine for her next book . A very good listen Informative and enjoyable Where does Lady Catherine and the Real Downton Abbey rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? in top 10 Would you be willing to try another book from Countess Of Carnarvon? Why or why not? Yes Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No Any additional comments? As a Downton fan it was interesting to get some of the history as well as enjoying a good narrative. Excellent Really good read it was very informative about the history of the house and family while weaving a interesting story could not put it down https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vampire-A-Casebook-Audiobook/B004G7HSEE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vampire: A Casebook Author: Alan Dundes Narrator: Marguerite Gavin Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Finally, the truth about vampires. Vampires are the most fearsome and fascinating of all creatures of folklore. For the first time, detailed accounts of the vampire and how its tradition developed in different cultures are gathered in one volume by eminent folklorist Alan Dundes. Leading scholars from the fields of Slavic studies, history, anthropology, and psychiatry unearth the true nature of the vampire from its birth in graveyard lore to the modern-day psychiatric patient with a penchant for drinking blood. The Vampire: A Casebook takes this legend out of the realm of literature and film and back to its dark beginnings in folk traditions. The essays examine the history of the word "vampire"; Romanian vampires; Greek vampires; Serbian vampires; the physical attributes of vampires; the killing of vampires; and the possible psychoanalytic underpinnings of vampires. Much more than simply a scary creature of the human imagination, the vampire has been and continues to haunt the lives of all those who encounter it - in reality or in fiction. The book is published by University of Wisconsin Press. Critic Reviews: "The Vampire is a winner.... Alan Dundes is a truly remarkable scholar." (Wolfgang Mieder, author of The Politics of Proverbs) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Dundes) Tue, 14 Dec 2010 09:54:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vampire-A-Casebook-Audiobook/B004G7HSEE thebookvoice.com 06:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vampire: A Casebook Author: Alan Dundes Narrator: Marguerite Gavin Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Finally, the truth about vampires. Vampires are the most fearsome and fascinating of all creatures of folklore. For the first time, detailed accounts of the vampire and how its tradition developed in different cultures are gathered in one volume by eminent folklorist Alan Dundes. Leading scholars from the fields of Slavic studies, history, anthropology, and psychiatry unearth the true nature of the vampire from its birth in graveyard lore to the modern-day psychiatric patient with a penchant for drinking blood. The Vampire: A Casebook takes this legend out of the realm of literature and film and back to its dark beginnings in folk traditions. The essays examine the history of the word "vampire"; Romanian vampires; Greek vampires; Serbian vampires; the physical attributes of vampires; the killing of vampires; and the possible psychoanalytic underpinnings of vampires. Much more than simply a scary creature of the human imagination, the vampire has been and continues to haunt the lives of all those who encounter it - in reality or in fiction. The book is published by University of Wisconsin Press. Critic Reviews: "The Vampire is a winner.... Alan Dundes is a truly remarkable scholar." (Wolfgang Mieder, author of The Politics of Proverbs) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vampire: A Casebook Author: Alan Dundes Narrator: Marguerite Gavin Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-10 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Finally, the truth about vampires. Vampires are the most fearsome and fascinating of all creatures of folklore. For the first time, detailed accounts of the vampire and how its tradition developed in different cultures are gathered in one volume by eminent folklorist Alan Dundes. Leading scholars from the fields of Slavic studies, history, anthropology, and psychiatry unearth the true nature of the vampire from its birth in graveyard lore to the modern-day psychiatric patient with a penchant for drinking blood. The Vampire: A Casebook takes this legend out of the realm of literature and film and back to its dark beginnings in folk traditions. The essays examine the history of the word "vampire"; Romanian vampires; Greek vampires; Serbian vampires; the physical attributes of vampires; the killing of vampires; and the possible psychoanalytic underpinnings of vampires. Much more than simply a scary creature of the human imagination, the vampire has been and continues to haunt the lives of all those who encounter it - in reality or in fiction. The book is published by University of Wisconsin Press. Critic Reviews: "The Vampire is a winner.... Alan Dundes is a truly remarkable scholar." (Wolfgang Mieder, author of The Politics of Proverbs) Members Reviews: Great content, monotone narrator Was The Vampire: A Casebook worth the listening time? The content is utterly fascinating, and this is coming from someone who doesn't have much interest in vampires and horror in general. Unfortunately, the narration is monotone and makes it difficult to focus, so I actually listened to it twice because I'm sure I missed something the first time. Terrible, terrible narrator Who might you have cast as narrator instead of Marguerite Gavin? Anyone, really. She was so terrible, cutting bits out from the original text which she clearly didn't want to read, skimming over terms without bothering to read out their English counterparts, misreading certain words (yes, misreading), being monotone, and so dull. There were parts when she was reading when I thought she was about to start laughing at what she was saying, that's how ridiculous the narration was. Furthermore, I felt like she was trying to speedread her way through the text as quickly as possible, without inflection or pause. Literally the worst narrator I've had to listen to, and a real shame too, because the content was a pleasure to read. Interesting but unengaging Is there anything you would change about this book? I think the topic and text was good but I just could not listen to the reader, I managed the first few chapters before returning it. I plan to buy for my kindle. Who was your favorite character and why? The vampire. What didnt you like about Marguerite Gavins performance? Not easy to listen too, very mono tone and dry. Did The Vampire: A Casebook inspire you to do anything? Buy the real thing Interesting book, shame about the narrator This is a subject I long wanted to read more about. There is a lot of information about folk tales and slavik customs in relation to vampires (which take a wide variety of shapes - very interesting). Unfortunately, the narrator's strange way of delivering the text makes it at times quite hard to follow and assimilate the meaning. It would help if she would every now and then lower her voice to denounce the end of a sentence, but alas, she just carries on regardless. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Invention-of-Murder-Audiobook/B004JXSL64 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Invention of Murder Subtitle: How the Victorians Revelled in Death and Detection and Created Modern Crime Author: Judith Flanders Narrator: Janice McKenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A deeply engaging and completely original book about nineteenth-century Britains fascination with good quality murder. Murder in nineteenth-century Britain was ubiquitous not necessarily in quantity but in quality. This was the era of penny-bloods, early crime fiction and melodramas for the masses. This was a time when murder and entertainment were firmly entwined. In this meticulously researched and compelling book, Judith Flanders, author of Consuming Passions, takes us back in time to explore some of the most gripping, gruesome and mind-boggling murders of the nineteenth-century. Covering the crimes (and myths) of Sweeney Todd and Jack the Ripper, as well as the lesser known but equally shocking acts of Burke and Hare, and Thurtell and Hunt, Flanders looks at how murder was regarded by the wider British population and how it became a form of popular entertainment. Filled to the brim with rich source material ranging from studies of plays, novels and contemporary newspaper articles, A Social History of Murder brings to life a neglected dimension of British social history in a completely new and exciting way. Critic Reviews: "It is a world explored with much wit and insightFlanders is excellentIts a rich mix [and]fluently writtenIt has every chance of becoming a bestseller."(Sunday Telegraph) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Judith Flanders) Thu, 20 Jan 2011 17:44:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Invention-of-Murder-Audiobook/B004JXSL64 thebookvoice.com 18:15:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Invention of Murder Subtitle: How the Victorians Revelled in Death and Detection and Created Modern Crime Author: Judith Flanders Narrator: Janice McKenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A deeply engaging and completely original book about nineteenth-century Britains fascination with good quality murder. Murder in nineteenth-century Britain was ubiquitous not necessarily in quantity but in quality. This was the era of penny-bloods, early crime fiction and melodramas for the masses. This was a time when murder and entertainment were firmly entwined. In this meticulously researched and compelling book, Judith Flanders, author of Consuming Passions, takes us back in time to explore some of the most gripping, gruesome and mind-boggling murders of the nineteenth-century. Covering the crimes (and myths) of Sweeney Todd and Jack the Ripper, as well as the lesser known but equally shocking acts of Burke and Hare, and Thurtell and Hunt, Flanders looks at how murder was regarded by the wider British population and how it became a form of popular entertainment. Filled to the brim with rich source material ranging from studies of plays, novels and contemporary newspaper articles, A Social History of Murder brings to life a neglected dimension of British social history in a completely new and exciting way. Critic Reviews: "It is a world explored with much wit and insightFlanders is excellentIts a rich mix [and]fluently writtenIt has every chance of becoming a bestseller."(Sunday Telegraph) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Invention of Murder Subtitle: How the Victorians Revelled in Death and Detection and Created Modern Crime Author: Judith Flanders Narrator: Janice McKenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A deeply engaging and completely original book about nineteenth-century Britains fascination with good quality murder. Murder in nineteenth-century Britain was ubiquitous not necessarily in quantity but in quality. This was the era of penny-bloods, early crime fiction and melodramas for the masses. This was a time when murder and entertainment were firmly entwined. In this meticulously researched and compelling book, Judith Flanders, author of Consuming Passions, takes us back in time to explore some of the most gripping, gruesome and mind-boggling murders of the nineteenth-century. Covering the crimes (and myths) of Sweeney Todd and Jack the Ripper, as well as the lesser known but equally shocking acts of Burke and Hare, and Thurtell and Hunt, Flanders looks at how murder was regarded by the wider British population and how it became a form of popular entertainment. Filled to the brim with rich source material ranging from studies of plays, novels and contemporary newspaper articles, A Social History of Murder brings to life a neglected dimension of British social history in a completely new and exciting way. Critic Reviews: "It is a world explored with much wit and insightFlanders is excellentIts a rich mix [and]fluently writtenIt has every chance of becoming a bestseller."(Sunday Telegraph) Members Reviews: Changed my opinion of Dickens! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I already have! I'd recommend this to anyone interested in the history of crime fiction, or of Victorian literature. There is a deep understanding of Victorian culture, along with a fascinating exploration of how the crimes of the day influenced many authors and books we now think of as classics, like Dickens, Hardy, Conan Doyle, and even Oscar Wilde and Bram Stoker. What did you like best about this story? The way the author wove in the crimes gaining media attention and how theatre and literature responded to them. She includes amazing insights into the influences crimes had on Charles Dickens' stories that make me (generally lukewarm on Dickens) want to go back and explore him again. What about Janice McKenzies performance did you like? The wit, warmth, and occasional sarcasm she brings to her narration perfectly match the author's tone in the book. Pitch-perfect, easy to listen to, and with a good sense of how to get across sensation and scandal. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The tale of one particular woman who was executed for a murder she almost certainly didn't commit -- the book goes into detail of all the flaws in the case against her and really highlights the pathos of her story. Any additional comments? This book weaves many threads together: the creation of the Metropolitan Police, social fears and prejudices, issues of class, the development of the crime fiction genre, the influence of real world events on popular fiction, concepts of justice, the development of forensic science, and journalistic ethics all get a say in this remarkably complex history of crime. couldn't get into this book It's difficult to review this book because nothing about it grabbed me, but I have no objective criticism of it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/This-Sceptred-Isle-Audiobook/B002VAEQYI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Sceptred Isle Subtitle: The Twentieth Century 1919-1939 Author: Christopher Lee Narrator: Anna Massey, Robert Powell Format: Original Recording Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-23-07 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This Sceptred Isle: The Twentieth Century continues the story, taking us through decades of whirlwind change and technological advancement in a diverse and colourful country on the brink of a new millennium. Volume 2, covering the years 1919-1939, looks at a Britain ravaged by war and at the mercy of millions of striking workers. It also takes in the lighter side of life in the 1920s and 30s, including the first loaf of bread going on sale and the glory days of Fred Perry. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher Lee) Wed, 23 May 2007 17:12:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/This-Sceptred-Isle-Audiobook/B002VAEQYI thebookvoice.com 00:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Sceptred Isle Subtitle: The Twentieth Century 1919-1939 Author: Christopher Lee Narrator: Anna Massey, Robert Powell Format: Original Recording Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-23-07 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This Sceptred Isle: The Twentieth Century continues the story, taking us through decades of whirlwind change and technological advancement in a diverse and colourful country on the brink of a new millennium. Volume 2, covering the years 1919-1939, looks at a Britain ravaged by war and at the mercy of millions of striking workers. It also takes in the lighter side of life in the 1920s and 30s, including the first loaf of bread going on sale and the glory days of Fred Perry. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Sceptred Isle Subtitle: The Twentieth Century 1919-1939 Author: Christopher Lee Narrator: Anna Massey, Robert Powell Format: Original Recording Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 05-23-07 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This Sceptred Isle: The Twentieth Century continues the story, taking us through decades of whirlwind change and technological advancement in a diverse and colourful country on the brink of a new millennium. Volume 2, covering the years 1919-1939, looks at a Britain ravaged by war and at the mercy of millions of striking workers. It also takes in the lighter side of life in the 1920s and 30s, including the first loaf of bread going on sale and the glory days of Fred Perry. Members Reviews: This Sceptred Isle: The Black Prince to Henry VIII English history is my passion. Over the years I have read and listened to many different works. This Sceptred Isle was not my favorite. Perhaps because it was intended for radio, the text was narrated in the brusque, dry manner of a newscast. Anna Massey had an especially grating delivery style, and really seemed to hammer the words home. The content was disappointing as well. It was quite dry, with monarchs, reigns and events only briefly touched upon before moving along. I listened to the first three volumes, from Julius Caesar to Henry VIII, but did not like it enough to continue with the rest of the series. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Age-of-Louis-XIV-Audiobook/B002V8DIOO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Age of Louis XIV Author: Laurence Bradford Packard Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-05 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The seventeenth century was one of the most fascinating and seminal periods in European history, particularly with regard to France. For it was here in France that the fruits of the earlier Renaissance were to be most brilliantly realized. Although the path of "greatness" for Louis XIV was prepared for him by men like Richelieu, Mazarin, Colbert, Turenne, and Louvois, it was during his reign that French preeminence in all facets of civilization emerged. In diplomacy, military science, art, architecture, literature, fashion, music, gastronomy, philosophy, physics, mathematics, engineering, and many other fields of endeavor, France stood at the pinnacle of human achievement. She was to remain there until the time of Napoleon. How did this hegemony come about? Laurence Bradford Packard, an eminent historian and scholar, traces the origins of absolute monarchy and tells us how the political evolution of inherited kingship came to be what it was by the time of Louis XIV. He explains the marvelous diplomatic machinery backed by military might that made France the most feared nation in Europe for almost 200 years. And he discusses the various intellectual controversies of the day which were to produce some of the greatest minds in Europe. There has never been a period which produced so many masters of language: Voltaire, Moliere, Racine, Corneille, Pascal, Bayle, Rochefoucauld, La Fontaine, Bossuet, and many others. And of course, there were Milton, Hobbes, and Locke in England. Packard gives them all their due and goes on to explore the other arts, as well. The book ends with an appraisal of the amazing progress Europeans, and especially the French, made in the scientific fields. The names are legendary: Descartes, Newton, Boyle, Leeuwenhoek, Leibnitz, and others. It was a titanic period, and hovering above them all was the man who symbolized the power and majesty of the absolute monarchy...Louix XIV. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Laurence Bradford Packard) Fri, 22 Jul 2005 12:45:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Age-of-Louis-XIV-Audiobook/B002V8DIOO thebookvoice.com 04:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Age of Louis XIV Author: Laurence Bradford Packard Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-05 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The seventeenth century was one of the most fascinating and seminal periods in European history, particularly with regard to France. For it was here in France that the fruits of the earlier Renaissance were to be most brilliantly realized. Although the path of "greatness" for Louis XIV was prepared for him by men like Richelieu, Mazarin, Colbert, Turenne, and Louvois, it was during his reign that French preeminence in all facets of civilization emerged. In diplomacy, military science, art, architecture, literature, fashion, music, gastronomy, philosophy, physics, mathematics, engineering, and many other fields of endeavor, France stood at the pinnacle of human achievement. She was to remain there until the time of Napoleon. How did this hegemony come about? Laurence Bradford Packard, an eminent historian and scholar, traces the origins of absolute monarchy and tells us how the political evolution of inherited kingship came to be what it was by the time of Louis XIV. He explains the marvelous diplomatic machinery backed by military might that made France the most feared nation in Europe for almost 200 years. And he discusses the various intellectual controversies of the day which were to produce some of the greatest minds in Europe. There has never been a period which produced so many masters of language: Voltaire, Moliere, Racine, Corneille, Pascal, Bayle, Rochefoucauld, La Fontaine, Bossuet, and many others. And of course, there were Milton, Hobbes, and Locke in England. Packard gives them all their due and goes on to explore the other arts, as well. The book ends with an appraisal of the amazing progress Europeans, and especially the French, made in the scientific fields. The names are legendary: Descartes, Newton, Boyle, Leeuwenhoek, Leibnitz, and others. It was a titanic period, and hovering above them all was the man who symbolized the power and majesty of the absolute monarchy...Louix XIV. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Age of Louis XIV Author: Laurence Bradford Packard Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-05 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The seventeenth century was one of the most fascinating and seminal periods in European history, particularly with regard to France. For it was here in France that the fruits of the earlier Renaissance were to be most brilliantly realized. Although the path of "greatness" for Louis XIV was prepared for him by men like Richelieu, Mazarin, Colbert, Turenne, and Louvois, it was during his reign that French preeminence in all facets of civilization emerged. In diplomacy, military science, art, architecture, literature, fashion, music, gastronomy, philosophy, physics, mathematics, engineering, and many other fields of endeavor, France stood at the pinnacle of human achievement. She was to remain there until the time of Napoleon. How did this hegemony come about? Laurence Bradford Packard, an eminent historian and scholar, traces the origins of absolute monarchy and tells us how the political evolution of inherited kingship came to be what it was by the time of Louis XIV. He explains the marvelous diplomatic machinery backed by military might that made France the most feared nation in Europe for almost 200 years. And he discusses the various intellectual controversies of the day which were to produce some of the greatest minds in Europe. There has never been a period which produced so many masters of language: Voltaire, Moliere, Racine, Corneille, Pascal, Bayle, Rochefoucauld, La Fontaine, Bossuet, and many others. And of course, there were Milton, Hobbes, and Locke in England. Packard gives them all their due and goes on to explore the other arts, as well. The book ends with an appraisal of the amazing progress Europeans, and especially the French, made in the scientific fields. The names are legendary: Descartes, Newton, Boyle, Leeuwenhoek, Leibnitz, and others. It was a titanic period, and hovering above them all was the man who symbolized the power and majesty of the absolute monarchy...Louix XIV. Members Reviews: Wealth, Women, Death Louis the 14th, the sun king. Here is the opening door to the wealth of the french king who did as he pleased and was pleased in what he did !! The life of spendor, and of self, where you as king could well said what Mel Brooke said"It's good to be the king" ! It was of course not "good to be poor" This is a well written book that is both candid and explantive in the areas covered. Again wealth beyond measure, in a time of need and frustration. I heartily recommend this book as a delightful read and a true experience to be enjoyed !! Fascinating What a Joy to share an exceptionally well researched journey into the past reiterating how influential Louis XIV still is on our modern world and how the period even with its oppression encouraged creative solutions to daily problems, which set the stage for our modern times! Obnoxious Narrator The narrator was unnecessarily obnoxious. On top of that, the story wasn't really a story. It was a disjointed history book, with a pompously obnoxious narrator. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Battle-of-Waterloo-Audiobook/B002V0LOPM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Battle of Waterloo Subtitle: Crime, War & Conflict Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Battle of Waterloo with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. The Battle of Waterloo was fought on 18 June 1815 between Napoleons French Army and the British, Dutch, Belgian, and German forces commanded by the Duke of Wellington. It is one of the most famous battles in the world and one of the most decisive events in history. Waterloo marked the endpoint of an extremely turbulent period. In 1789, the French Revolution destroyed the old order of king and church, in the name of liberty, fraternity and equality. Soon the Revolution was immersed in faction fighting and terror. King Louis XVI was executed and Europes monarchs, horrified at what the Revolution might mean for them, invaded France. A young army commander, Napoleon Bonaparte, seemed the only one capable of defending France. In 1799, he seized power and in 1804 crowned himself Emperor. Napoleon was a modernizing influence for France, but he was also a conqueror. At his peak, he had invaded and occupied almost all of Europe. These Napoleonic Wars lasted until 1814, when Napoleon was fought to a standstill by the armies of Europe. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: When the Seventh Coalition - comprising the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Hanover, Nassau, Brunswick, and Prussia - defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, it marked the end of his rule as the emperor of France. iMinds provides background that led Napoleon to power following the French Revolution, his exile to Elba, and his eventual escape that led to his Hundred Days campaign and the culminating showdown in Waterloo. Elouise Rothwell describes the events with a wonderful precision, and her disciplined style helps to create a detailed narrative from the barrage of historical facts. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (iMinds) Fri, 11 Sep 2009 03:35:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Battle-of-Waterloo-Audiobook/B002V0LOPM thebookvoice.com 00:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Battle of Waterloo Subtitle: Crime, War & Conflict Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Battle of Waterloo with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. The Battle of Waterloo was fought on 18 June 1815 between Napoleons French Army and the British, Dutch, Belgian, and German forces commanded by the Duke of Wellington. It is one of the most famous battles in the world and one of the most decisive events in history. Waterloo marked the endpoint of an extremely turbulent period. In 1789, the French Revolution destroyed the old order of king and church, in the name of liberty, fraternity and equality. Soon the Revolution was immersed in faction fighting and terror. King Louis XVI was executed and Europes monarchs, horrified at what the Revolution might mean for them, invaded France. A young army commander, Napoleon Bonaparte, seemed the only one capable of defending France. In 1799, he seized power and in 1804 crowned himself Emperor. Napoleon was a modernizing influence for France, but he was also a conqueror. At his peak, he had invaded and occupied almost all of Europe. These Napoleonic Wars lasted until 1814, when Napoleon was fought to a standstill by the armies of Europe. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: When the Seventh Coalition - comprising the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Hanover, Nassau, Brunswick, and Prussia - defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, it marked the end of his rule as the emperor of France. iMinds provides background that led Napoleon to power following the French Revolution, his exile to Elba, and his eventual escape that led to his Hundred Days campaign and the culminating showdown in Waterloo. Elouise Rothwell describes the events with a wonderful precision, and her disciplined style helps to create a detailed narrative from the barrage of historical facts. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Battle of Waterloo Subtitle: Crime, War & Conflict Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Battle of Waterloo with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. The Battle of Waterloo was fought on 18 June 1815 between Napoleons French Army and the British, Dutch, Belgian, and German forces commanded by the Duke of Wellington. It is one of the most famous battles in the world and one of the most decisive events in history. Waterloo marked the endpoint of an extremely turbulent period. In 1789, the French Revolution destroyed the old order of king and church, in the name of liberty, fraternity and equality. Soon the Revolution was immersed in faction fighting and terror. King Louis XVI was executed and Europes monarchs, horrified at what the Revolution might mean for them, invaded France. A young army commander, Napoleon Bonaparte, seemed the only one capable of defending France. In 1799, he seized power and in 1804 crowned himself Emperor. Napoleon was a modernizing influence for France, but he was also a conqueror. At his peak, he had invaded and occupied almost all of Europe. These Napoleonic Wars lasted until 1814, when Napoleon was fought to a standstill by the armies of Europe. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: When the Seventh Coalition - comprising the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Hanover, Nassau, Brunswick, and Prussia - defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815, it marked the end of his rule as the emperor of France. iMinds provides background that led Napoleon to power following the French Revolution, his exile to Elba, and his eventual escape that led to his Hundred Days campaign and the culminating showdown in Waterloo. Elouise Rothwell describes the events with a wonderful precision, and her disciplined style helps to create a detailed narrative from the barrage of historical facts. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Members Reviews: Not even worth the 99 cents This is a short, poorly written freshman high school document. Don't take your time and for sure do not use your money, not worth either time nor money. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/King-Arthur-The-History-and-Folklore-of-the-Arthurian-Legend-Audiobook/B00VS9CMVW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: King Arthur: The History and Folklore of the Arthurian Legend Author: Jesse Harasta, Charles River Editors Narrator: Sabrina Z Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: King Arthur is one of the most famous names in history, and his name still evokes visions of fantasy, chivalry, bravery, and more even today. Arthur remains a pop culture fixture around the globe, made famous in various Arthurian tales written by writers like Chretien de Troyes. Arthur came to embody the ideals of the Middle Ages: strength, chivalry, bravery, and more. Along the way, his Excalibur sword, the Holy Grail, his queen, and more have all become household words. Arthur has long been identified as a folk hero, and there are countless tales that comprise the Arthurian legend, but was there an actual person that the original stories were based on? People still search for the seeds of truth in the Knights of the Round Table, and the historical figure that inspired the Arthurian tales. Of course, as with all great myths, and even those with a kernel of truth behind them, there is no "real" Arthur. Arthur is now comprised of the works written by diverse storytellers, most of which have built upon the ancient stories and possibly history. It is from there that a primordial seed of myth remains at the heart of all the retellings. At the same time, Arthur's story is one of transformation, as he is brought from the Middle Ages into the Renaissance and more modern times. And that story also includes the famous contemporaries in his stories and other important historical figures, like Geoffrey of Monmouth, the imprisoned Sir Thomas Mallory, and Walt Disney. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jesse Harasta) Wed, 08 Apr 2015 04:27:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/King-Arthur-The-History-and-Folklore-of-the-Arthurian-Legend-Audiobook/B00VS9CMVW thebookvoice.com 01:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: King Arthur: The History and Folklore of the Arthurian Legend Author: Jesse Harasta, Charles River Editors Narrator: Sabrina Z Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: King Arthur is one of the most famous names in history, and his name still evokes visions of fantasy, chivalry, bravery, and more even today. Arthur remains a pop culture fixture around the globe, made famous in various Arthurian tales written by writers like Chretien de Troyes. Arthur came to embody the ideals of the Middle Ages: strength, chivalry, bravery, and more. Along the way, his Excalibur sword, the Holy Grail, his queen, and more have all become household words. Arthur has long been identified as a folk hero, and there are countless tales that comprise the Arthurian legend, but was there an actual person that the original stories were based on? People still search for the seeds of truth in the Knights of the Round Table, and the historical figure that inspired the Arthurian tales. Of course, as with all great myths, and even those with a kernel of truth behind them, there is no "real" Arthur. Arthur is now comprised of the works written by diverse storytellers, most of which have built upon the ancient stories and possibly history. It is from there that a primordial seed of myth remains at the heart of all the retellings. At the same time, Arthur's story is one of transformation, as he is brought from the Middle Ages into the Renaissance and more modern times. And that story also includes the famous contemporaries in his stories and other important historical figures, like Geoffrey of Monmouth, the imprisoned Sir Thomas Mallory, and Walt Disney. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: King Arthur: The History and Folklore of the Arthurian Legend Author: Jesse Harasta, Charles River Editors Narrator: Sabrina Z Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: King Arthur is one of the most famous names in history, and his name still evokes visions of fantasy, chivalry, bravery, and more even today. Arthur remains a pop culture fixture around the globe, made famous in various Arthurian tales written by writers like Chretien de Troyes. Arthur came to embody the ideals of the Middle Ages: strength, chivalry, bravery, and more. Along the way, his Excalibur sword, the Holy Grail, his queen, and more have all become household words. Arthur has long been identified as a folk hero, and there are countless tales that comprise the Arthurian legend, but was there an actual person that the original stories were based on? People still search for the seeds of truth in the Knights of the Round Table, and the historical figure that inspired the Arthurian tales. Of course, as with all great myths, and even those with a kernel of truth behind them, there is no "real" Arthur. Arthur is now comprised of the works written by diverse storytellers, most of which have built upon the ancient stories and possibly history. It is from there that a primordial seed of myth remains at the heart of all the retellings. At the same time, Arthur's story is one of transformation, as he is brought from the Middle Ages into the Renaissance and more modern times. And that story also includes the famous contemporaries in his stories and other important historical figures, like Geoffrey of Monmouth, the imprisoned Sir Thomas Mallory, and Walt Disney. Members Reviews: Appaling narrator This is a great story why on earth was someone chosen to narrate who was so terrible. This is unlistenable to an I am sending back https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mary-Boleyn-Audiobook/B00HWEUN40 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mary Boleyn Subtitle: The True Story of Henry VIII's Favourite Mistress Author: Josephine Wilkinson Narrator: Debra Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-14 Publisher: Amberley Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Mary Boleyn, the infamous other Boleyn girl, began her court career as the mistress of the king of France. François I of France would later call her The Great Prostitute and the slur stuck. Mary would emerge the sole survivor of a family torn apart by lust and ambition, and it is in Mary and her progeny that the Boleyn legacy rests. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josephine Wilkinson) Mon, 20 Jan 2014 12:58:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mary-Boleyn-Audiobook/B00HWEUN40 thebookvoice.com 05:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mary Boleyn Subtitle: The True Story of Henry VIII's Favourite Mistress Author: Josephine Wilkinson Narrator: Debra Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-14 Publisher: Amberley Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Mary Boleyn, the infamous other Boleyn girl, began her court career as the mistress of the king of France. François I of France would later call her The Great Prostitute and the slur stuck. Mary would emerge the sole survivor of a family torn apart by lust and ambition, and it is in Mary and her progeny that the Boleyn legacy rests. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mary Boleyn Subtitle: The True Story of Henry VIII's Favourite Mistress Author: Josephine Wilkinson Narrator: Debra Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-14 Publisher: Amberley Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Mary Boleyn, the infamous other Boleyn girl, began her court career as the mistress of the king of France. François I of France would later call her The Great Prostitute and the slur stuck. Mary would emerge the sole survivor of a family torn apart by lust and ambition, and it is in Mary and her progeny that the Boleyn legacy rests. Members Reviews: Clean biography of Mary Boleyn I enjoyed this more than Allison Weir's version of Mary's life. It was clean and not wishy-washy, The author was clear about her stance on something and why she takes that position. Considering what is known about her, this book was the right length. The narration is not the best. Very disappointing Not keen on narration. Very monotone. Also too much of an echo throughout becomes quite distracting Insight into one of history's supporting cast What did you like most about Mary Boleyn? It was really interesting to have the spotlight turned onto one of the supporting characters in the drama of Anne Boleyn, her sister Mary. Mary was mistress to Henry long before he ever met Anne and was, apparently, held in some affection long after their affair was over. Sadly, there's not much evidence of what she was like as a person, but she comes out of this book as a far nicer character than her sister. Beside Mary, I also got to meet other members of the cast list whose names I had vaguely heard of but whose history is otherwise obscure (to me at least), such as Henry Fitzroy, Henry Carey and Catherine Carey, all of whom were Henry VIII's illegitimate children. I also very much appreciated the way in which the author presents the evidence and then argues the case for various theories about what happened to Mary and her family. It's nice to be let in on the inside rather than having the 'facts' dictated. If youve listened to books by Josephine Wilkinson before, how does this one compare? I haven't read Josephine Wilkinson before, but I will certainly search out her work. How did the narrator detract from the book? I'm sorry to go on about the quality of narration, but for me it can spoil the overall satisfaction of listening to an audiobook. This narrator has a good strong voice but is let down by her pronuniciation of English and frequent stumbles over emphasis. Some words were obvioulsy completely unfamilar to her, such as tryst (pronounced like Trieste) and marquess (as marquee). It's clear that the latter example was picked up by the producer and in later sections the correct pronunciation is delivered. That raises the question as to why all these very glaring faults were not corrected in the editing process? Any additional comments? This audiobook has also been subjected to brutal cutting, so there is hardly a pause between one chapter and the next. This only adds to the slightly frenetic mood of this listening experience. Great start but ending lacks Mary herself Would you listen to Mary Boleyn again? Why? No I don't think I would listen to it again. There is little information on Mary Boleyn (compared to her sister Anne) and I feel that, after a good start, it moves on more to what the people around her were doing. It doesn't say much about what Mary was doing, mainly her sister Mary and her father Thomas. What other book might you compare Mary Boleyn to, and why? Well will have to be Mary Boleyn by Alison Weir. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Heavens-Command-An-Imperial-Progress-Pax-Britannica-Volume-1-Audiobook/B004XNN9PI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heaven's Command: An Imperial Progress - Pax Britannica, Volume 1 Author: Jan Morris Narrator: Roy McMillan Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-11 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Pax Britannica trilogy is Jan Morriss epic story of the British Empire from the accession of Queen Victoria to the death of Winston Churchill. It is a towering achievement: informative, accessible, entertaining, and written with all her usual bravura. Heavens Command, the first volume, takes us from the crowning of Queen Victoria in 1837 to the Diamond Jubilee in 1897. The story moves effortlessly across the world, from the English shores to Fiji, Zululand, the Canadian prairies, and beyond. This is totally gripping history! Editorial Reviews: McMillan presents a well done narration of the opening volume of the Pax Britannica trilogy, a history of Britains empire building from the reign of Queen Victoria to the death of Winston Churchill. Morris acknowledges that this is at first too positive in its attitude toward the colonizers. As listeners hear the first section, full of heroic battles read in an excited voice by Roy McMillan, they might agree. However, Morris doesn't avoid British atrocities like the "Devil's Wind" reprisals for an uprising in India or the murderous violence toward native Tasmanians. McMillan's reading of this volume captures the energy of battle and the optimism that Britons in the Victorian Age felt toward their expansion and technological feats. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jan Morris) Mon, 25 Apr 2011 23:42:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Heavens-Command-An-Imperial-Progress-Pax-Britannica-Volume-1-Audiobook/B004XNN9PI thebookvoice.com 07:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heaven's Command: An Imperial Progress - Pax Britannica, Volume 1 Author: Jan Morris Narrator: Roy McMillan Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-11 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Pax Britannica trilogy is Jan Morriss epic story of the British Empire from the accession of Queen Victoria to the death of Winston Churchill. It is a towering achievement: informative, accessible, entertaining, and written with all her usual bravura. Heavens Command, the first volume, takes us from the crowning of Queen Victoria in 1837 to the Diamond Jubilee in 1897. The story moves effortlessly across the world, from the English shores to Fiji, Zululand, the Canadian prairies, and beyond. This is totally gripping history! Editorial Reviews: McMillan presents a well done narration of the opening volume of the Pax Britannica trilogy, a history of Britains empire building from the reign of Queen Victoria to the death of Winston Churchill. Morris acknowledges that this is at first too positive in its attitude toward the colonizers. As listeners hear the first section, full of heroic battles read in an excited voice by Roy McMillan, they might agree. However, Morris doesn't avoid British atrocities like the "Devil's Wind" reprisals for an uprising in India or the murderous violence toward native Tasmanians. McMillan's reading of this volume captures the energy of battle and the optimism that Britons in the Victorian Age felt toward their expansion and technological feats. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heaven's Command: An Imperial Progress - Pax Britannica, Volume 1 Author: Jan Morris Narrator: Roy McMillan Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-11 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Pax Britannica trilogy is Jan Morriss epic story of the British Empire from the accession of Queen Victoria to the death of Winston Churchill. It is a towering achievement: informative, accessible, entertaining, and written with all her usual bravura. Heavens Command, the first volume, takes us from the crowning of Queen Victoria in 1837 to the Diamond Jubilee in 1897. The story moves effortlessly across the world, from the English shores to Fiji, Zululand, the Canadian prairies, and beyond. This is totally gripping history! Editorial Reviews: McMillan presents a well done narration of the opening volume of the Pax Britannica trilogy, a history of Britains empire building from the reign of Queen Victoria to the death of Winston Churchill. Morris acknowledges that this is at first too positive in its attitude toward the colonizers. As listeners hear the first section, full of heroic battles read in an excited voice by Roy McMillan, they might agree. However, Morris doesn't avoid British atrocities like the "Devil's Wind" reprisals for an uprising in India or the murderous violence toward native Tasmanians. McMillan's reading of this volume captures the energy of battle and the optimism that Britons in the Victorian Age felt toward their expansion and technological feats. Members Reviews: Get the Unabridged! I've read all of Jan Morris' Pax Britannica's volumes. They are all good. I got this audible version since it's been a few years and I would enjoy hearing it read to me....but I did not realize I had picked the abridged version. However, should the would-be reader not have been exposed to this series and is a bit of an anglophile, then by all means try it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Scotland-Yard-Audiobook/B01LXMO5C9 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scotland Yard Subtitle: The History of British Policing and the World's Most Famous Police Force Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Colin Fluxman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Scotland Yard. The name itself conjures up a mental picture of old-time detectives in trench coats snooping around a crime scene with a giant magnifying glass. Indeed, over the years, the Metropolitan Police Force in London has become an inspirational icon, and the setting of countless literary masterpieces, films, television shows, music, and other works of art. What is it about this particular force that draws so many to the famous Yard? Throughout the evolution of British policing and the rise of Scotland Yard, the people who worked there took on some of the most notorious cases, and in the process they helped shape criminal investigative techniques. Along the way, the headquarters featured some famous people, and it was home to both triumphant feats and scandalous controversies throughout the Yard's action-packed history. Scotland Yard: The History of British Policing and the World's Most Famous Police Force looks at how London's iconic police force became the world's most famous. You will learn about Scotland Yard like never before. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 27 Sep 2016 21:60:26 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Scotland-Yard-Audiobook/B01LXMO5C9 thebookvoice.com 01:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scotland Yard Subtitle: The History of British Policing and the World's Most Famous Police Force Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Colin Fluxman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Scotland Yard. The name itself conjures up a mental picture of old-time detectives in trench coats snooping around a crime scene with a giant magnifying glass. Indeed, over the years, the Metropolitan Police Force in London has become an inspirational icon, and the setting of countless literary masterpieces, films, television shows, music, and other works of art. What is it about this particular force that draws so many to the famous Yard? Throughout the evolution of British policing and the rise of Scotland Yard, the people who worked there took on some of the most notorious cases, and in the process they helped shape criminal investigative techniques. Along the way, the headquarters featured some famous people, and it was home to both triumphant feats and scandalous controversies throughout the Yard's action-packed history. Scotland Yard: The History of British Policing and the World's Most Famous Police Force looks at how London's iconic police force became the world's most famous. You will learn about Scotland Yard like never before. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scotland Yard Subtitle: The History of British Policing and the World's Most Famous Police Force Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Colin Fluxman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Scotland Yard. The name itself conjures up a mental picture of old-time detectives in trench coats snooping around a crime scene with a giant magnifying glass. Indeed, over the years, the Metropolitan Police Force in London has become an inspirational icon, and the setting of countless literary masterpieces, films, television shows, music, and other works of art. What is it about this particular force that draws so many to the famous Yard? Throughout the evolution of British policing and the rise of Scotland Yard, the people who worked there took on some of the most notorious cases, and in the process they helped shape criminal investigative techniques. Along the way, the headquarters featured some famous people, and it was home to both triumphant feats and scandalous controversies throughout the Yard's action-packed history. Scotland Yard: The History of British Policing and the World's Most Famous Police Force looks at how London's iconic police force became the world's most famous. You will learn about Scotland Yard like never before. Members Reviews: Narrator was best part law-enforcement, murder, historical-figures, historical-places-events, historical-research, history-and-culture I wonder how the professor reacted to this thesis. I appreciated the first part which dealt with the early history of law management in Britain and the rise of an organized body to deal with miscreants. The progression to the Peelers and then the Yard is of interest, but then it devolves into sensationalism of the Whitechapel murders and Crippen. Historic, but done rather to excess as is recounting numerous episodes of graft and other malfeasance by members of the force and CID. These things are disgusting yet true, but the emphasis seemed somewhat inappropriate. The narrator was very good at sounding neutral, even with the graphic description of murders with mutilation. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Battle-of-Bosworth-Field-The-History-of-the-Battle-That-Ended-the-Wars-of-the-Roses-Audiobook/B00Y1G653K Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Bosworth Field: The History of the Battle That Ended the Wars of the Roses Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Paul Bloede Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Near this spot, on August 22, 1485, at the age of 32, King Richard III fell fighting gallantly in defence of his realm and his crown against the usurper Henry Tudor." Today, roses are a sign of love and luxury, but for over 30 years, they provided the symbols for two houses at war for control of England. Thousands of people died and many more were injured fighting beneath the white rose of York and the red rose of Lancaster, and the noble families ruling England tore each other apart in a struggle that was as bitter as it was bloody. Though what followed was a period of strong rule under the Tudors monarchs, it ultimately came at a terrible cost, and even then, it was through Elizabeth of York that the Tudor line received its legitimacy. After all, while Henry VII won his throne in battle, Elizabeth of York was the daughter of King Edward IV of England, a Yorkist monarch. Few battles in English history are as famous as Bosworth Field. Fought on August 22, 1485, it was the one which decided the outcome of that long and messy conflict. English king Richard III, who had only recently taken the throne, had superior numbers at the battle, but an army fighting under future king Henry VII proved to have the better fighters. When forces near the field under Lord Stanley sided with Henry during the battle, they surrounded and killed Richard. The last York King went down fighting, but as news of the king's death spread, his army turned and ran, and with that, Henry Tudor was now King Henry VII. Immortalized in drama by William Shakespeare and in comedy by Rowan Atkinson and Richard Curtis, the Battle of Bosworth Field has been a mainstay of British culture since the day it was fought. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Fri, 22 May 2015 18:48:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Battle-of-Bosworth-Field-The-History-of-the-Battle-That-Ended-the-Wars-of-the-Roses-Audiobook/B00Y1G653K thebookvoice.com 01:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Bosworth Field: The History of the Battle That Ended the Wars of the Roses Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Paul Bloede Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Near this spot, on August 22, 1485, at the age of 32, King Richard III fell fighting gallantly in defence of his realm and his crown against the usurper Henry Tudor." Today, roses are a sign of love and luxury, but for over 30 years, they provided the symbols for two houses at war for control of England. Thousands of people died and many more were injured fighting beneath the white rose of York and the red rose of Lancaster, and the noble families ruling England tore each other apart in a struggle that was as bitter as it was bloody. Though what followed was a period of strong rule under the Tudors monarchs, it ultimately came at a terrible cost, and even then, it was through Elizabeth of York that the Tudor line received its legitimacy. After all, while Henry VII won his throne in battle, Elizabeth of York was the daughter of King Edward IV of England, a Yorkist monarch. Few battles in English history are as famous as Bosworth Field. Fought on August 22, 1485, it was the one which decided the outcome of that long and messy conflict. English king Richard III, who had only recently taken the throne, had superior numbers at the battle, but an army fighting under future king Henry VII proved to have the better fighters. When forces near the field under Lord Stanley sided with Henry during the battle, they surrounded and killed Richard. The last York King went down fighting, but as news of the king's death spread, his army turned and ran, and with that, Henry Tudor was now King Henry VII. Immortalized in drama by William Shakespeare and in comedy by Rowan Atkinson and Richard Curtis, the Battle of Bosworth Field has been a mainstay of British culture since the day it was fought. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Bosworth Field: The History of the Battle That Ended the Wars of the Roses Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Paul Bloede Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Near this spot, on August 22, 1485, at the age of 32, King Richard III fell fighting gallantly in defence of his realm and his crown against the usurper Henry Tudor." Today, roses are a sign of love and luxury, but for over 30 years, they provided the symbols for two houses at war for control of England. Thousands of people died and many more were injured fighting beneath the white rose of York and the red rose of Lancaster, and the noble families ruling England tore each other apart in a struggle that was as bitter as it was bloody. Though what followed was a period of strong rule under the Tudors monarchs, it ultimately came at a terrible cost, and even then, it was through Elizabeth of York that the Tudor line received its legitimacy. After all, while Henry VII won his throne in battle, Elizabeth of York was the daughter of King Edward IV of England, a Yorkist monarch. Few battles in English history are as famous as Bosworth Field. Fought on August 22, 1485, it was the one which decided the outcome of that long and messy conflict. English king Richard III, who had only recently taken the throne, had superior numbers at the battle, but an army fighting under future king Henry VII proved to have the better fighters. When forces near the field under Lord Stanley sided with Henry during the battle, they surrounded and killed Richard. The last York King went down fighting, but as news of the king's death spread, his army turned and ran, and with that, Henry Tudor was now King Henry VII. Immortalized in drama by William Shakespeare and in comedy by Rowan Atkinson and Richard Curtis, the Battle of Bosworth Field has been a mainstay of British culture since the day it was fought. Members Reviews: Recommended This is a concise and readable summary of the events that led up to one of the most decisive battles in English history. Occurring at the end of the fifteenth century Wars Of The Roses, this battle put Tudor king Henry VII on the throne, opening the door to the legendary reigns of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. So complete, but short, that you will want to read it again to get it all !!! Not only the battle but the history leading to the battle. A nicely done condensation of a crazy history. Four Stars Helps me to understand England's history better. One Star Shallow childish writing. Appropriate for 14 year olds Two Stars dry history https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Last-Days-of-New-Paris-Audiobook/B01N25ONCQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Days of New Paris Author: China Miéville Narrator: Ralph Lister Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 02-23-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A thriller of a war that never was - of survival in an impossible city - of surreal cataclysm. In The Last Days of New Paris, China Miéville entwines true historical events and people with his daring, uniquely imaginative brand of fiction, reconfiguring history and art into something new. It's 1941. In the chaos of wartime Marseille, American engineer and occult disciple Jack Parsons stumbles onto a clandestine anti-Nazi group, including surrealist theorist André Breton. In the strange games of dissident diplomats, exiled revolutionaries, and avant-garde artists, Parsons finds and channels hope. But what he unwittingly unleashes is the power of dreams and nightmares, changing the war and the world for ever. In 1950, a lone surrealist fighter, Thibaut, walks a new, hallucinogenic Paris, where Nazis and the Resistance are trapped in unending conflict and the streets are stalked by living images and texts - and by the forces of hell. To escape the city, Thibaut must join forces with Sam, an American photographer intent on recording the ruins, and make common cause with a powerful, enigmatic figure of chance and rebellion: the exquisite corpse. But Sam is being hunted. And new secrets will emerge that will test all their loyalties - to each other, to Paris old and new, and to reality itself. biacuaduc@gmail.com (China Miéville) Thu, 23 Feb 2017 15:08:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Last-Days-of-New-Paris-Audiobook/B01N25ONCQ thebookvoice.com 05:42:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Days of New Paris Author: China Miéville Narrator: Ralph Lister Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 02-23-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A thriller of a war that never was - of survival in an impossible city - of surreal cataclysm. In The Last Days of New Paris, China Miéville entwines true historical events and people with his daring, uniquely imaginative brand of fiction, reconfiguring history and art into something new. It's 1941. In the chaos of wartime Marseille, American engineer and occult disciple Jack Parsons stumbles onto a clandestine anti-Nazi group, including surrealist theorist André Breton. In the strange games of dissident diplomats, exiled revolutionaries, and avant-garde artists, Parsons finds and channels hope. But what he unwittingly unleashes is the power of dreams and nightmares, changing the war and the world for ever. In 1950, a lone surrealist fighter, Thibaut, walks a new, hallucinogenic Paris, where Nazis and the Resistance are trapped in unending conflict and the streets are stalked by living images and texts - and by the forces of hell. To escape the city, Thibaut must join forces with Sam, an American photographer intent on recording the ruins, and make common cause with a powerful, enigmatic figure of chance and rebellion: the exquisite corpse. But Sam is being hunted. And new secrets will emerge that will test all their loyalties - to each other, to Paris old and new, and to reality itself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Days of New Paris Author: China Miéville Narrator: Ralph Lister Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 02-23-17 Publisher: Macmillan Digital Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A thriller of a war that never was - of survival in an impossible city - of surreal cataclysm. In The Last Days of New Paris, China Miéville entwines true historical events and people with his daring, uniquely imaginative brand of fiction, reconfiguring history and art into something new. It's 1941. In the chaos of wartime Marseille, American engineer and occult disciple Jack Parsons stumbles onto a clandestine anti-Nazi group, including surrealist theorist André Breton. In the strange games of dissident diplomats, exiled revolutionaries, and avant-garde artists, Parsons finds and channels hope. But what he unwittingly unleashes is the power of dreams and nightmares, changing the war and the world for ever. In 1950, a lone surrealist fighter, Thibaut, walks a new, hallucinogenic Paris, where Nazis and the Resistance are trapped in unending conflict and the streets are stalked by living images and texts - and by the forces of hell. To escape the city, Thibaut must join forces with Sam, an American photographer intent on recording the ruins, and make common cause with a powerful, enigmatic figure of chance and rebellion: the exquisite corpse. But Sam is being hunted. And new secrets will emerge that will test all their loyalties - to each other, to Paris old and new, and to reality itself. Members Reviews: I've never read China Miéville until this book, and ... I've never read China Miéville until this book, and I've got to say, I found The Last Days of New Paris one of the most unique and entertaining pieces I've read this year. I don't know much about surrealist art, outside of a forced university art course, but that's not even required here. Step into a post-WW2 Paris where the world is not as we know it; where art lives and Nazis bring to fruition their occult fascinations. A return to form for Mieville: a ripping yarn for lovers of subversive art. This is a nice return to form for Mieville, after the relative disappointment of This Census-Taker. It's not on the level of his best work - such as Period Street Station, The City and The City, Kraken, UnLunDun, Embassytown - but it's a ripping yarn that should do a good job reminding his readers (or interesting them) in Surrealist art as radical action. I'm particularly pleased that his "Manifs" come not only from the standard guys (Breton, Duchamp) but also women (Dora Maar, Lenora Carrington) and people of color (Aime and Suzanne Cesaire). This link makes a good visual companion to the book: [...] Another beauty from Mieville Extraordinary, surreal, and absolutely beautiful, a literary work that I'll be chewing on for months and will read again without a doubt. The only detraction from the story -- the potency of a few provocative and poetic images is undermined by direct explanation. There's a lot to digest regardless, but some of the joy was lost in those few telling moments. Five Stars love this concept and story New weird, meet Surrealism Fans of mieville will rejoice at the author's return to longer manifestations of fiction. Not quite Bas-lag but not quite king rat, either. Rather, this tale seems to fall somewhere in between, as mieville once again seamlessly weaves untold fantasies with the fabric of reality. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Freemasonry-From-AD-1600-to-the-Grand-Lodge-Era-Audiobook/B00U7Q23WA Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freemasonry From AD 1600 to the Grand Lodge Era Subtitle: Foundations of Freemasonry Series Author: William J. Hughan Narrator: Adam Hanin Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-15 Publisher: Lamp of Trismegistus Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: With his focus on Great Britain, Scotland, and Ireland, noted masonic scholar William Hughan cites numerous examples of early Lodge minutes, in order to show a direct connection to and prove that the Freemasons of today are lineal descendants of those operative builders from the 17th century and perhaps more importantly, descendants of early speculative members, often noblemen, who otherwise had no connection with the physical labor of the masonic craft. This, he asserts, rather than the frequent claim that the fraternity originated in the much more recent year of 1717. biacuaduc@gmail.com (William J. Hughan) Wed, 04 Mar 2015 06:47:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Freemasonry-From-AD-1600-to-the-Grand-Lodge-Era-Audiobook/B00U7Q23WA thebookvoice.com 00:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freemasonry From AD 1600 to the Grand Lodge Era Subtitle: Foundations of Freemasonry Series Author: William J. Hughan Narrator: Adam Hanin Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-15 Publisher: Lamp of Trismegistus Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: With his focus on Great Britain, Scotland, and Ireland, noted masonic scholar William Hughan cites numerous examples of early Lodge minutes, in order to show a direct connection to and prove that the Freemasons of today are lineal descendants of those operative builders from the 17th century and perhaps more importantly, descendants of early speculative members, often noblemen, who otherwise had no connection with the physical labor of the masonic craft. This, he asserts, rather than the frequent claim that the fraternity originated in the much more recent year of 1717. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freemasonry From AD 1600 to the Grand Lodge Era Subtitle: Foundations of Freemasonry Series Author: William J. Hughan Narrator: Adam Hanin Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 03-04-15 Publisher: Lamp of Trismegistus Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: With his focus on Great Britain, Scotland, and Ireland, noted masonic scholar William Hughan cites numerous examples of early Lodge minutes, in order to show a direct connection to and prove that the Freemasons of today are lineal descendants of those operative builders from the 17th century and perhaps more importantly, descendants of early speculative members, often noblemen, who otherwise had no connection with the physical labor of the masonic craft. This, he asserts, rather than the frequent claim that the fraternity originated in the much more recent year of 1717. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Storm-and-Conquest-Audiobook/B002VACIGG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Storm and Conquest Subtitle: The Clash of Empires in the Eastern Seas, 1809 Author: Stephen Taylor Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In one fatal season, the natural order of maritime power since Trafalgar was destroyed. In bringing home Bengali saltpeter for the peninsular campaign with military and civilian passengers, Britain lost 14 of her great "Indiamen", either sunk or taken by enemy frigates. Many hundreds of lives were lost, and the East India Company was shaken to its foundations. The focus of these disasters, military and meteorological, was a tiny French outpost in mid-ocean: the island known as Mauritius. This is the story of that season. It brings together the terrifying ordeal of men, women, and children caught at sea in hurricanes and those who survived to take up the battle to drive the French from the Eastern seas. Mauritius must be taken at any cost! biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen Taylor) Mon, 21 Jan 2008 11:20:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Storm-and-Conquest-Audiobook/B002VACIGG thebookvoice.com 12:09:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Storm and Conquest Subtitle: The Clash of Empires in the Eastern Seas, 1809 Author: Stephen Taylor Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In one fatal season, the natural order of maritime power since Trafalgar was destroyed. In bringing home Bengali saltpeter for the peninsular campaign with military and civilian passengers, Britain lost 14 of her great "Indiamen", either sunk or taken by enemy frigates. Many hundreds of lives were lost, and the East India Company was shaken to its foundations. The focus of these disasters, military and meteorological, was a tiny French outpost in mid-ocean: the island known as Mauritius. This is the story of that season. It brings together the terrifying ordeal of men, women, and children caught at sea in hurricanes and those who survived to take up the battle to drive the French from the Eastern seas. Mauritius must be taken at any cost! Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Storm and Conquest Subtitle: The Clash of Empires in the Eastern Seas, 1809 Author: Stephen Taylor Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-21-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In one fatal season, the natural order of maritime power since Trafalgar was destroyed. In bringing home Bengali saltpeter for the peninsular campaign with military and civilian passengers, Britain lost 14 of her great "Indiamen", either sunk or taken by enemy frigates. Many hundreds of lives were lost, and the East India Company was shaken to its foundations. The focus of these disasters, military and meteorological, was a tiny French outpost in mid-ocean: the island known as Mauritius. This is the story of that season. It brings together the terrifying ordeal of men, women, and children caught at sea in hurricanes and those who survived to take up the battle to drive the French from the Eastern seas. Mauritius must be taken at any cost! Members Reviews: liked it but.... Part one is a bit of a mess--the book on paper might be better if it has charts and tables and time-lines. Even so, it's fascinating to see how the view from the British Navy and the view from the East India Company differ (especially if you're a fan of the Aubrey/Maturin series--more on that later). Important issues include flogging, starting, and a big thing that made the Indiamen miserable at fighting--impressing hands into Navy ships. They hadn't a prayer of getting let alone keeping enough trained people to fight and sail at the same time. The second part covers the same events as O'Brian's Mauritius Command. And we find out how much liberty he's taken with the facts. Rather of a lot. But the details of the main battle seemed pretty much the same. Exciting History for The Naval Buff This is a Naval History about an area of the world about which little is written and few of us visit. The author has a bright, fresh and unashamedly old fashioned style which lends atmosphere. I found it easy to listen to our reader on this occasion (and my most frequent criticism of Audible is the annoying, over acted cadence and timbre of the reader). Book 1 can be a little tiresome: it contains, as do so many of these historical novels today, endless description of detail of daily life and personal typology. It is more a description of naval social life in the early 1800's. However, the writer moves on apace in Book 2 and takes us into the exciting world of Frigate life on the opens sea; their crews, Captains and battles. There are no more exciting lives than those on board a frigate and no more colourful, chivalrous wars than the Napoleonic wars at sea. The author is unbiased and 'true to the logs', that repository of facts which grants such great integrity to seafaring tales. Climactic, enjoyable, historically relevant, fair and novel: the reader patient enough to get through the early pages will be well rewarded. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Spagna-nel-secolo-del-Barocco-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-42-Audiobook/B06WGM761D Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La Spagna nel secolo del Barocco (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 42) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 54 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Gli Asburgo furono la dinastia regnante in Spagna tra il Cinquecento e il Seicento. L'imperatore Carlo V (Carlo I di Spagna) lasciò in eredità ai suoi discendenti un enorme complesso territoriale senza paragone nella storia, che si estendeva dalle Filippine al Messico e dai Paesi Bassi allo Stretto di Magellano facendo della Spagna una delle nazioni protagoniste delle vicende europee del secolo del Barocco. L'audiolibro descrive brevemente la storia dei vari regnanti spagnoli, la decadenza economica e sociale della penisola iberica, i continui soprusi da parte dell'aristocrazia e del clero cattolico nei confronti di contadini, di moriscos e di ebrei. In questa condizione di crisi si affermano però anche importanti personalità in campo artistico come Cervantes, con il suo Don Chisciotte, e Velazquez, il grande pittore di corte. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Michele Straniero, Giorgio Politi, Carlo Maria Cipolla. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Tue, 14 Feb 2017 21:35:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Spagna-nel-secolo-del-Barocco-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-42-Audiobook/B06WGM761D thebookvoice.com 00:54:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La Spagna nel secolo del Barocco (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 42) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 54 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Gli Asburgo furono la dinastia regnante in Spagna tra il Cinquecento e il Seicento. L'imperatore Carlo V (Carlo I di Spagna) lasciò in eredità ai suoi discendenti un enorme complesso territoriale senza paragone nella storia, che si estendeva dalle Filippine al Messico e dai Paesi Bassi allo Stretto di Magellano facendo della Spagna una delle nazioni protagoniste delle vicende europee del secolo del Barocco. L'audiolibro descrive brevemente la storia dei vari regnanti spagnoli, la decadenza economica e sociale della penisola iberica, i continui soprusi da parte dell'aristocrazia e del clero cattolico nei confronti di contadini, di moriscos e di ebrei. In questa condizione di crisi si affermano però anche importanti personalità in campo artistico come Cervantes, con il suo Don Chisciotte, e Velazquez, il grande pittore di corte. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Michele Straniero, Giorgio Politi, Carlo Maria Cipolla. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La Spagna nel secolo del Barocco (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 42) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 54 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Gli Asburgo furono la dinastia regnante in Spagna tra il Cinquecento e il Seicento. L'imperatore Carlo V (Carlo I di Spagna) lasciò in eredità ai suoi discendenti un enorme complesso territoriale senza paragone nella storia, che si estendeva dalle Filippine al Messico e dai Paesi Bassi allo Stretto di Magellano facendo della Spagna una delle nazioni protagoniste delle vicende europee del secolo del Barocco. L'audiolibro descrive brevemente la storia dei vari regnanti spagnoli, la decadenza economica e sociale della penisola iberica, i continui soprusi da parte dell'aristocrazia e del clero cattolico nei confronti di contadini, di moriscos e di ebrei. In questa condizione di crisi si affermano però anche importanti personalità in campo artistico come Cervantes, con il suo Don Chisciotte, e Velazquez, il grande pittore di corte. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Michele Straniero, Giorgio Politi, Carlo Maria Cipolla. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/El-Cambio-de-Dinastia-en-el-trono-Espanol-El-fin-de-la-dinastia-de-los-Borbones-The-Change-of-Dynasty-in-the-Spanish-Throne-The-End-of-the-Dynasty-of-the-Bourbons-Audiobook/B01H44OCCQ Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: El Cambio de Dinastía en el trono Español: El fin de la dinastía de los Borbones [The Change of Dynasty in the Spanish Throne: The End of the Dynasty of the Bourbons] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 24 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-16-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: El rey español Carlos II, débil y enfermizo, no tuvo hijos, razón por la que en su lecho de muerte nombró heredero al holandés Felipe de Anjou, nieto de Luis XIV y de María Teresa, media hermana del rey hispano. Esta decisión daría origen a la larga Guerra de la Sucesión Española y al fin de la dinastía de los Borbones. En adelante, los Habsburgo gobernarían el país. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Thu, 16 Jun 2016 19:43:08 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/El-Cambio-de-Dinastia-en-el-trono-Espanol-El-fin-de-la-dinastia-de-los-Borbones-The-Change-of-Dynasty-in-the-Spanish-Throne-The-End-of-the-Dynasty-of-the-Bourbons-Audiobook/B01H44OCCQ thebookvoice.com 00:24:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: El Cambio de Dinastía en el trono Español: El fin de la dinastía de los Borbones [The Change of Dynasty in the Spanish Throne: The End of the Dynasty of the Bourbons] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 24 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-16-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: El rey español Carlos II, débil y enfermizo, no tuvo hijos, razón por la que en su lecho de muerte nombró heredero al holandés Felipe de Anjou, nieto de Luis XIV y de María Teresa, media hermana del rey hispano. Esta decisión daría origen a la larga Guerra de la Sucesión Española y al fin de la dinastía de los Borbones. En adelante, los Habsburgo gobernarían el país. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: El Cambio de Dinastía en el trono Español: El fin de la dinastía de los Borbones [The Change of Dynasty in the Spanish Throne: The End of the Dynasty of the Bourbons] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 24 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-16-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: El rey español Carlos II, débil y enfermizo, no tuvo hijos, razón por la que en su lecho de muerte nombró heredero al holandés Felipe de Anjou, nieto de Luis XIV y de María Teresa, media hermana del rey hispano. Esta decisión daría origen a la larga Guerra de la Sucesión Española y al fin de la dinastía de los Borbones. En adelante, los Habsburgo gobernarían el país. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Blenheim-Palace-Audiobook/B00BXHKAKO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blenheim Palace Subtitle: The Churchills and Their Palace Author: Stephanie Forward Narrator: Robert Hardy Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-13 Publisher: The Lindsay Players Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Blenheim Palace was built to reward and celebrate the achievements of John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, who won a hugely significant victory against the armies of France and Bavaria on 13 August, 1704. The battle took place near Blindheim, or Blenheim, a little village on the north bank of the Danube, in Bavaria. As one approaches Blenheim Palace from its Woodstock entrance in Oxfordshire, England, the towers of the Palace appear some way off to the left while, far away to the right, the Column of Victory, topped with its statue of the first Duke of Marlborough, rises nobly above the trees. What especially takes the eye is the great lake and its poplared island, with Sir John Vanbrugh's Grand Bridge and "Capability" Brown's hanging beech woods beyond. It is the view that Turner painted and the same that caused King George III to exclaim, "We have nothing to equal this!" With an introduction and epilogue by His Grace, the 11th Duke of Marlborough, this is a fascinating and informative account of the history of Blenheim Palace and the Churchill family. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Forward) Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:01:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Blenheim-Palace-Audiobook/B00BXHKAKO thebookvoice.com 00:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blenheim Palace Subtitle: The Churchills and Their Palace Author: Stephanie Forward Narrator: Robert Hardy Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-13 Publisher: The Lindsay Players Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Blenheim Palace was built to reward and celebrate the achievements of John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, who won a hugely significant victory against the armies of France and Bavaria on 13 August, 1704. The battle took place near Blindheim, or Blenheim, a little village on the north bank of the Danube, in Bavaria. As one approaches Blenheim Palace from its Woodstock entrance in Oxfordshire, England, the towers of the Palace appear some way off to the left while, far away to the right, the Column of Victory, topped with its statue of the first Duke of Marlborough, rises nobly above the trees. What especially takes the eye is the great lake and its poplared island, with Sir John Vanbrugh's Grand Bridge and "Capability" Brown's hanging beech woods beyond. It is the view that Turner painted and the same that caused King George III to exclaim, "We have nothing to equal this!" With an introduction and epilogue by His Grace, the 11th Duke of Marlborough, this is a fascinating and informative account of the history of Blenheim Palace and the Churchill family. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blenheim Palace Subtitle: The Churchills and Their Palace Author: Stephanie Forward Narrator: Robert Hardy Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-13 Publisher: The Lindsay Players Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Blenheim Palace was built to reward and celebrate the achievements of John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, who won a hugely significant victory against the armies of France and Bavaria on 13 August, 1704. The battle took place near Blindheim, or Blenheim, a little village on the north bank of the Danube, in Bavaria. As one approaches Blenheim Palace from its Woodstock entrance in Oxfordshire, England, the towers of the Palace appear some way off to the left while, far away to the right, the Column of Victory, topped with its statue of the first Duke of Marlborough, rises nobly above the trees. What especially takes the eye is the great lake and its poplared island, with Sir John Vanbrugh's Grand Bridge and "Capability" Brown's hanging beech woods beyond. It is the view that Turner painted and the same that caused King George III to exclaim, "We have nothing to equal this!" With an introduction and epilogue by His Grace, the 11th Duke of Marlborough, this is a fascinating and informative account of the history of Blenheim Palace and the Churchill family. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Wild-Rover-Audiobook/B004U78ZV0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wild Rover Subtitle: A Blistering Journey Along Britains Footpaths Author: Mike Parker Narrator: Mike Parker Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Mike Parker, best-selling author of Map Addict, is back with a very full, intelligent and witty exploration into a glorious and passionate British subject - footpaths and the history of land ownership. Mike discovers how these paths have become part of our cultural landscape and why, at the tender age of 44, he suddenly finds himself at a crossroads. Provocative, funny and personal, this book celebrates Britains unique and extraordinary network of footpaths. It examines their chequered and surprisingly turbulent history, from the Enclosures Acts of the 18th century to the 1932 Mass Trespass on Kinder Scout in Derbyshire; and from the hard-won post-war establishment of great National Trails like the Pennine Way to the dramatic latter-day battles by the likes of Nicholas van Hoogstraten and Madonna to keep ramblers off their land. The story ranges far and wide, to all corners of the country and beyond, and is filled with the many characters that Mike engages with along the way - the poets and artists, farmers and ramblers, landowners and Rights of Way officers and campaigners, historians, archivists and anyone else who crosses his path (or even tries to block it). biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mike Parker) Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:19:49 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Wild-Rover-Audiobook/B004U78ZV0 thebookvoice.com 10:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wild Rover Subtitle: A Blistering Journey Along Britains Footpaths Author: Mike Parker Narrator: Mike Parker Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Mike Parker, best-selling author of Map Addict, is back with a very full, intelligent and witty exploration into a glorious and passionate British subject - footpaths and the history of land ownership. Mike discovers how these paths have become part of our cultural landscape and why, at the tender age of 44, he suddenly finds himself at a crossroads. Provocative, funny and personal, this book celebrates Britains unique and extraordinary network of footpaths. It examines their chequered and surprisingly turbulent history, from the Enclosures Acts of the 18th century to the 1932 Mass Trespass on Kinder Scout in Derbyshire; and from the hard-won post-war establishment of great National Trails like the Pennine Way to the dramatic latter-day battles by the likes of Nicholas van Hoogstraten and Madonna to keep ramblers off their land. The story ranges far and wide, to all corners of the country and beyond, and is filled with the many characters that Mike engages with along the way - the poets and artists, farmers and ramblers, landowners and Rights of Way officers and campaigners, historians, archivists and anyone else who crosses his path (or even tries to block it). Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wild Rover Subtitle: A Blistering Journey Along Britains Footpaths Author: Mike Parker Narrator: Mike Parker Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Mike Parker, best-selling author of Map Addict, is back with a very full, intelligent and witty exploration into a glorious and passionate British subject - footpaths and the history of land ownership. Mike discovers how these paths have become part of our cultural landscape and why, at the tender age of 44, he suddenly finds himself at a crossroads. Provocative, funny and personal, this book celebrates Britains unique and extraordinary network of footpaths. It examines their chequered and surprisingly turbulent history, from the Enclosures Acts of the 18th century to the 1932 Mass Trespass on Kinder Scout in Derbyshire; and from the hard-won post-war establishment of great National Trails like the Pennine Way to the dramatic latter-day battles by the likes of Nicholas van Hoogstraten and Madonna to keep ramblers off their land. The story ranges far and wide, to all corners of the country and beyond, and is filled with the many characters that Mike engages with along the way - the poets and artists, farmers and ramblers, landowners and Rights of Way officers and campaigners, historians, archivists and anyone else who crosses his path (or even tries to block it). Members Reviews: A fascinating history of footpaths ... ... and the various walking associations in Britain which Mike Parker unravels as he undertakes selected walks around the country. I did not really appreciate how much of a struggle previous generations have had to keep our intricate network open, and how many battles have been, and are still being, fought for their preservation. From trudging along uber-sterile new Long Distance Paths, to exploring possibly haunted corpse paths, to simply discovering all the paths within 3 miles of home, this book has been an inspiring distraction from my daily commute. And as I am now (apparently!) coming up to the right age to truly enjoy a good walk, I shall pull on my own boots and set off - just as soon as I've downloaded something else to listen to! couldn't bring myself to finish listening I liked the idea but the book didn't grab me at all. I had a long rail journey and expected this would keep me company but was left cold. The reader seems to talk through their nose which didn't really help. Walking the author's mind & his walking memorys Sorbic wit & sarcastic hard hitting realistic observed opinion. This is no walk in the park if you like the world neat & tidy or well wrapped. For lovers of path walks that just kick the can down the path & go to the pub parched. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Goodness-of-Guinness-Audiobook/B00BDAGQMM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Goodness of Guinness Subtitle: A Loving History of the Brewery, Its People, and the City of Dublin Author: Tony Corcoran Narrator: John Keating Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Celebrate 250 years of Guinness! There is no other company, industry, or premises more closely aligned - indeed almost synonymouswith its hometown than Guinnesss St. Jamess Gate Brewery and the city of Dublin. From the companys modest beginnings in 1759 to its heyday in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and its continued strength into the 21st century, Guinness has had an enormous influence over the citys economic, social, and cultural life. In this warm and fascinating piece of history, Tony Corcoran examines the magnitude of the brewerys operation, and the working lives of the thousands of Dubliners who have depended on Guinness for their livelihood, either directly or indirectly. The companys unusually progressive treatment of its workers - health care, training, and housing - is revealed in detail, as is the Guinness familys philanthropy and compassion towards the less well-off residents of the city. Tracing Guinnesss progressive attitudes to their roots, Corcoran also explores the important roles of the strong-willed women in each generation of the Guinness dynasty. A labor of love, full of anecdotes, humor, and historical insights into one of Dublins most important and best-loved institutions. Whenever I bleed, I am always surprised to see that my blood is not black. Certainly, when you consider that I was born into two Guinness families, had two Guinness grandfathers and five Guinness uncles, and was on the premises of Guinness before I could walk, I am as much a product of Guinness as the black stuff itself. - Tony Corcoran Editorial Reviews: In this heartfelt account of Guinness's St. James's Gate Brewery, Tony Corcoran, a third generation Guinness employee, gives the audience an insider's look at the company and the treatment of its workers. John Keating's Irish accent is the perfect companion to this affectionate and celebratory exploration of the brewery's history. The performance is engaging and will make the listener smile and wish for a pint of "the black stuff itself". The audiobook reveals Guinness' progressive labor policies during the 19th and 20th century, and the little things that still, in the 21st century, make Guinness a commendable business and a legendary brand. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tony Corcoran) Thu, 14 Feb 2013 04:01:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Goodness-of-Guinness-Audiobook/B00BDAGQMM thebookvoice.com 05:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Goodness of Guinness Subtitle: A Loving History of the Brewery, Its People, and the City of Dublin Author: Tony Corcoran Narrator: John Keating Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Celebrate 250 years of Guinness! There is no other company, industry, or premises more closely aligned - indeed almost synonymouswith its hometown than Guinnesss St. Jamess Gate Brewery and the city of Dublin. From the companys modest beginnings in 1759 to its heyday in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and its continued strength into the 21st century, Guinness has had an enormous influence over the citys economic, social, and cultural life. In this warm and fascinating piece of history, Tony Corcoran examines the magnitude of the brewerys operation, and the working lives of the thousands of Dubliners who have depended on Guinness for their livelihood, either directly or indirectly. The companys unusually progressive treatment of its workers - health care, training, and housing - is revealed in detail, as is the Guinness familys philanthropy and compassion towards the less well-off residents of the city. Tracing Guinnesss progressive attitudes to their roots, Corcoran also explores the important roles of the strong-willed women in each generation of the Guinness dynasty. A labor of love, full of anecdotes, humor, and historical insights into one of Dublins most important and best-loved institutions. Whenever I bleed, I am always surprised to see that my blood is not black. Certainly, when you consider that I was born into two Guinness families, had two Guinness grandfathers and five Guinness uncles, and was on the premises of Guinness before I could walk, I am as much a product of Guinness as the black stuff itself. - Tony Corcoran Editorial Reviews: In this heartfelt account of Guinness's St. James's Gate Brewery, Tony Corcoran, a third generation Guinness employee, gives the audience an insider's look at the company and the treatment of its workers. John Keating's Irish accent is the perfect companion to this affectionate and celebratory exploration of the brewery's history. The performance is engaging and will make the listener smile and wish for a pint of "the black stuff itself". The audiobook reveals Guinness' progressive labor policies during the 19th and 20th century, and the little things that still, in the 21st century, make Guinness a commendable business and a legendary brand. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Goodness of Guinness Subtitle: A Loving History of the Brewery, Its People, and the City of Dublin Author: Tony Corcoran Narrator: John Keating Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Celebrate 250 years of Guinness! There is no other company, industry, or premises more closely aligned - indeed almost synonymouswith its hometown than Guinnesss St. Jamess Gate Brewery and the city of Dublin. From the companys modest beginnings in 1759 to its heyday in the late 19th and early 20th centuries and its continued strength into the 21st century, Guinness has had an enormous influence over the citys economic, social, and cultural life. In this warm and fascinating piece of history, Tony Corcoran examines the magnitude of the brewerys operation, and the working lives of the thousands of Dubliners who have depended on Guinness for their livelihood, either directly or indirectly. The companys unusually progressive treatment of its workers - health care, training, and housing - is revealed in detail, as is the Guinness familys philanthropy and compassion towards the less well-off residents of the city. Tracing Guinnesss progressive attitudes to their roots, Corcoran also explores the important roles of the strong-willed women in each generation of the Guinness dynasty. A labor of love, full of anecdotes, humor, and historical insights into one of Dublins most important and best-loved institutions. Whenever I bleed, I am always surprised to see that my blood is not black. Certainly, when you consider that I was born into two Guinness families, had two Guinness grandfathers and five Guinness uncles, and was on the premises of Guinness before I could walk, I am as much a product of Guinness as the black stuff itself. - Tony Corcoran Editorial Reviews: In this heartfelt account of Guinness's St. James's Gate Brewery, Tony Corcoran, a third generation Guinness employee, gives the audience an insider's look at the company and the treatment of its workers. John Keating's Irish accent is the perfect companion to this affectionate and celebratory exploration of the brewery's history. The performance is engaging and will make the listener smile and wish for a pint of "the black stuff itself". The audiobook reveals Guinness' progressive labor policies during the 19th and 20th century, and the little things that still, in the 21st century, make Guinness a commendable business and a legendary brand. Members Reviews: awful just a reading of facts and numbers. don't waste your time or money. Nothing interesting. Not about Guinness Any additional comments? Read the small print beneath the huge letters that spell out Guinness. This book is about life in Dublin, then it is about how Guinness as a company influenced life in Dublin. With mundane details that jump forward and backward through time I really only found the book to be interesting on a minimal level from the standpoint of how humanity existed 200 years ago. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Victorian-London-Audiobook/B0032N8T3W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victorian London Subtitle: The Life of a City, 1840-1870 Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Anton Lesser Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-06 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This period of mid-Victorian London encompasses a huge range of subjects: Victoria's wedding and the place of the royals in popular esteem; how the very poor lived, the underworld, prostitution, crime, prisons and transportation; the public utilities, Bazalgette on sewers and road design, Chadwick on pollution and sanitation; private charities, Peabody, Burdett Coutts, and workhouses; new terraced housing and transport, trains, omnibuses, and the Underground; furniture and decor; families and the position of women; the prosperous middle classes and their new shops, e.g. Peter Jones, Harrods; entertaining and servants, food and drink; unlimited liability and bankruptcy; the rich, the marriage market, taxes and anti-semitism; the Empire, recruitment and press-gangs. The period begins with the closing of the Fleet and Marshalsea prisons and ends with the first (steam-operated) Underground trains and the first Gilbert & Sullivan. All the splendours and horrors of Victorian life will be vividly recalled. Critic Reviews: "Reading her book is like gazing at one of those energetic, crowded canvanses by the Victorian painter William Powell Frith." (Evening Standard) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Liza Picard) Wed, 19 Apr 2006 16:55:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Victorian-London-Audiobook/B0032N8T3W thebookvoice.com 06:39:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victorian London Subtitle: The Life of a City, 1840-1870 Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Anton Lesser Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-06 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This period of mid-Victorian London encompasses a huge range of subjects: Victoria's wedding and the place of the royals in popular esteem; how the very poor lived, the underworld, prostitution, crime, prisons and transportation; the public utilities, Bazalgette on sewers and road design, Chadwick on pollution and sanitation; private charities, Peabody, Burdett Coutts, and workhouses; new terraced housing and transport, trains, omnibuses, and the Underground; furniture and decor; families and the position of women; the prosperous middle classes and their new shops, e.g. Peter Jones, Harrods; entertaining and servants, food and drink; unlimited liability and bankruptcy; the rich, the marriage market, taxes and anti-semitism; the Empire, recruitment and press-gangs. The period begins with the closing of the Fleet and Marshalsea prisons and ends with the first (steam-operated) Underground trains and the first Gilbert & Sullivan. All the splendours and horrors of Victorian life will be vividly recalled. Critic Reviews: "Reading her book is like gazing at one of those energetic, crowded canvanses by the Victorian painter William Powell Frith." (Evening Standard) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victorian London Subtitle: The Life of a City, 1840-1870 Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Anton Lesser Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-06 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This period of mid-Victorian London encompasses a huge range of subjects: Victoria's wedding and the place of the royals in popular esteem; how the very poor lived, the underworld, prostitution, crime, prisons and transportation; the public utilities, Bazalgette on sewers and road design, Chadwick on pollution and sanitation; private charities, Peabody, Burdett Coutts, and workhouses; new terraced housing and transport, trains, omnibuses, and the Underground; furniture and decor; families and the position of women; the prosperous middle classes and their new shops, e.g. Peter Jones, Harrods; entertaining and servants, food and drink; unlimited liability and bankruptcy; the rich, the marriage market, taxes and anti-semitism; the Empire, recruitment and press-gangs. The period begins with the closing of the Fleet and Marshalsea prisons and ends with the first (steam-operated) Underground trains and the first Gilbert & Sullivan. All the splendours and horrors of Victorian life will be vividly recalled. Critic Reviews: "Reading her book is like gazing at one of those energetic, crowded canvanses by the Victorian painter William Powell Frith." (Evening Standard) Members Reviews: Brilliant This is by far one of the most insightful thorough books ever written on Victorian London. Liza Picard describes every aspect of life in this era. Packed full of fascinating facts and holds the reader from start to finish. I was sorry when it ended. Puts Dickens in a very real context This is a wonderful supplement to any reading of Victorian fiction - here is the background. Though the book depends perhaps a little too much on one or two particular sources (hence four stars, not five), this is vivacious, informative, and fascinating. It is beautifully read - Anton Lesser imparts the most complex information is a way which makes it all easy to follow. Puts Dickens in a very real context This is a wonderful supplement to any reading of Victorian fiction - here is the background. Though the book depends perhaps a little too much on one or two particular sources (hence four stars, not five), this is vivacious, informative, and fascinating. It is beautifully read - Anton Lesser imparts the most complex information is a way which makes it all easy to follow. Concise but evocative This book really brings early Victorian London to life, and Anton Lesser's voice is so relaxing and easy to listen to. It's a pity the book has been abridged for the audio version, though. I would have liked to hear all of it, hence the four rather than five star rating. London as we never knew it! This book is full of fascinating information about how London was from its dark underbelly to its glittering court. It is especially good at appealing to all the senses through its use of choice images. The narrator's pace is excellent and his voice is very pleasant to listen to. I enjoyed learning about how ordinary men and women coped during this period of rampant industialization and growth. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Mutiny-on-the-Bounty-Audiobook/B00UTXBHXM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mutiny on the Bounty Subtitle: The History and Legacy of Great Britain's Most Notorious Mutiny Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "On the 28th of April at daybreak the Captain and me were surprised by Mr. Christian, Stewart Young Haywood and the Master at Arms, with 21 people. Christian and the Master at Arms went into Mr. Bligh's Cabin and tied his hands behind him. Two men came into my Cabin, with muskets and Bayonets, told me if I spoke, that I was a dead man and that Mr. Christian had taken the Ship and that they was to put us onshore upon one of the Friendly Isles." - John Fryer, Master on the Bounty The Mutiny on the Bounty is one of those great stories in history that most people have heard of but few people know much about. In fact, those who think they know what happened are likely to have formed their opinions from what they saw on a movie screen than what they read in a book. Fortunately, the true story itself is every bit as exciting as anything Hollywood could dream up. In April 1789, the HMS Bounty was conducting operations in the Pacific when about half of the crew put in action a plot to take control of the ship from its captain, William Bligh. Along with Bligh, most of the rest of the crew that remained loyal to him were cast adrift while the Bounty sailed off. The mutineers sailed to Pitcairn Island, and they scattered on that island and in Tahiti before scuttling the Bounty itself, but in the meantime, Bligh and his loyal crew were managing to successfully travel over 3,000 miles and reach the Dutch East Indies. Eventually, Bligh was able to make it back to report the mutiny in 1790, and the Royal Navy sent another ship, the Pandora, to go find and arrest the mutineers. The Pandora eventually nabbed 14 of the mutineers, but as if all of that wasn't enough, it ran aground against the Great Barrier Reef. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Wed, 18 Mar 2015 17:50:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Mutiny-on-the-Bounty-Audiobook/B00UTXBHXM thebookvoice.com 01:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mutiny on the Bounty Subtitle: The History and Legacy of Great Britain's Most Notorious Mutiny Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "On the 28th of April at daybreak the Captain and me were surprised by Mr. Christian, Stewart Young Haywood and the Master at Arms, with 21 people. Christian and the Master at Arms went into Mr. Bligh's Cabin and tied his hands behind him. Two men came into my Cabin, with muskets and Bayonets, told me if I spoke, that I was a dead man and that Mr. Christian had taken the Ship and that they was to put us onshore upon one of the Friendly Isles." - John Fryer, Master on the Bounty The Mutiny on the Bounty is one of those great stories in history that most people have heard of but few people know much about. In fact, those who think they know what happened are likely to have formed their opinions from what they saw on a movie screen than what they read in a book. Fortunately, the true story itself is every bit as exciting as anything Hollywood could dream up. In April 1789, the HMS Bounty was conducting operations in the Pacific when about half of the crew put in action a plot to take control of the ship from its captain, William Bligh. Along with Bligh, most of the rest of the crew that remained loyal to him were cast adrift while the Bounty sailed off. The mutineers sailed to Pitcairn Island, and they scattered on that island and in Tahiti before scuttling the Bounty itself, but in the meantime, Bligh and his loyal crew were managing to successfully travel over 3,000 miles and reach the Dutch East Indies. Eventually, Bligh was able to make it back to report the mutiny in 1790, and the Royal Navy sent another ship, the Pandora, to go find and arrest the mutineers. The Pandora eventually nabbed 14 of the mutineers, but as if all of that wasn't enough, it ran aground against the Great Barrier Reef. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mutiny on the Bounty Subtitle: The History and Legacy of Great Britain's Most Notorious Mutiny Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "On the 28th of April at daybreak the Captain and me were surprised by Mr. Christian, Stewart Young Haywood and the Master at Arms, with 21 people. Christian and the Master at Arms went into Mr. Bligh's Cabin and tied his hands behind him. Two men came into my Cabin, with muskets and Bayonets, told me if I spoke, that I was a dead man and that Mr. Christian had taken the Ship and that they was to put us onshore upon one of the Friendly Isles." - John Fryer, Master on the Bounty The Mutiny on the Bounty is one of those great stories in history that most people have heard of but few people know much about. In fact, those who think they know what happened are likely to have formed their opinions from what they saw on a movie screen than what they read in a book. Fortunately, the true story itself is every bit as exciting as anything Hollywood could dream up. In April 1789, the HMS Bounty was conducting operations in the Pacific when about half of the crew put in action a plot to take control of the ship from its captain, William Bligh. Along with Bligh, most of the rest of the crew that remained loyal to him were cast adrift while the Bounty sailed off. The mutineers sailed to Pitcairn Island, and they scattered on that island and in Tahiti before scuttling the Bounty itself, but in the meantime, Bligh and his loyal crew were managing to successfully travel over 3,000 miles and reach the Dutch East Indies. Eventually, Bligh was able to make it back to report the mutiny in 1790, and the Royal Navy sent another ship, the Pandora, to go find and arrest the mutineers. The Pandora eventually nabbed 14 of the mutineers, but as if all of that wasn't enough, it ran aground against the Great Barrier Reef. Members Reviews: Keel-haul the lot of them This true recounting of an incident full of strife, persistence and rebellion should be fascinating. It is not. Instead it is turgid and lifeless. Partly it is the fault of the narrator, whose delivery is irritating and one-dimensional. But Charles River Editors did a poor job with the material. There is no attempt to build portraits of a few of the main characters, The narrative is jumpy, with big chunks of quotes from text from original sources, which may work fine in scholarly work but lumbers along in heavy seas in audio. To give the project the benefit of the doubt I went back to the middle after finishing to see if improved on a second hearing, but gave up exasperated. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Guerra-de-las-Galias-The-Gallic-Wars-Audiobook/B00ULZ17CE Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Guerra de las Galias [The Gallic Wars] Subtitular: La maravillosa epopeya del gran Julio César [The Amazing Epic Story of the Great Julius Cesar] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 29 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-13-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: La maravillosa epopeya del gran Julio César en los desconocidos campos del sur de Francia, en un emotivo audiolibro que recoge el grueso de los episodios vividos y también relatados por el propio César entre el año 58 y 51 antes de Cristo. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Fri, 13 Mar 2015 05:34:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Guerra-de-las-Galias-The-Gallic-Wars-Audiobook/B00ULZ17CE thebookvoice.com 00:29:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Guerra de las Galias [The Gallic Wars] Subtitular: La maravillosa epopeya del gran Julio César [The Amazing Epic Story of the Great Julius Cesar] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 29 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-13-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: La maravillosa epopeya del gran Julio César en los desconocidos campos del sur de Francia, en un emotivo audiolibro que recoge el grueso de los episodios vividos y también relatados por el propio César entre el año 58 y 51 antes de Cristo. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Guerra de las Galias [The Gallic Wars] Subtitular: La maravillosa epopeya del gran Julio César [The Amazing Epic Story of the Great Julius Cesar] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 29 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-13-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: La maravillosa epopeya del gran Julio César en los desconocidos campos del sur de Francia, en un emotivo audiolibro que recoge el grueso de los episodios vividos y también relatados por el propio César entre el año 58 y 51 antes de Cristo. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/I-segreti-di-Istanbul-Storie-luoghi-e-leggende-di-una-capitale-Audiobook/B0714Q739S Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: I segreti di Istanbul. Storie, luoghi e leggende di una capitale Autore: Corrado Augias Narratore: Norman Mozzato Formato: Unabridged Durata: 10 hrs and 17 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-31-17 Editore: Mondadori Libri S.p.A. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Per dieci secoli Costantinopoli è stata l'altra Roma. Poi, in una giornata di primavera del 1453, tutto è cambiato. Roma s'inabissava, nasceva Istanbul. Una città eterna, prodigiosa, inquieta. Un luogo del mondo dove è possibile incrociare le storie di imperatrici belle e crudeli, di sultani folli e saggi, di schiave e avventurieri. Storie piccole e grandissime ritrovate e raccontate da un autore capace, come raramente accade, di fondere in un unico sguardo sapere e meraviglia. "Il modo migliore per arrivare a Istanbul sarebbe attraversando lentamente il Mar di Marmara fino a veder apparire 'une incomparable silhouette de ville'...". Questo libro è il racconto, potremmo forse dire il romanzo di Istanbul. Protagonista è una città eterna, prodigiosa, una città incarnata nelle sue stesse rovine. A comporne la trama sono le storie degli uomini e delle donne che l'hanno fondata, vissuta, abbandonata. Per secoli Bisanzio, Costantinopoli, Istanbul è stata una meta ricercata, talvolta fraintesa, altre volte amata, sempre guardata con stupore già dalla prima apparizione del suo straordinario profilo contro il cielo d'Oriente. Quel crescente di luna, che non a caso figura sulla bandiera della Repubblica turca, è - e insieme non è - la stessa luna che possiamo vedere in un qualunque cielo notturno europeo. Come il particolare profumo della città, i suoni, i richiami dei marinai, le luci riflesse sono - e non sono - le stesse di un porto del nostro continente. A renderli diversi è quella sensazione indefinita, quel contorno avvolgente, che una volta si chiamava "esotismo" e che ancora sopravvive. Senza sottrarsi al fascino di quell'esotismo, Augias ne solleva con garbo il velo per scoprire la sostanza più autentica della città, quella che il turista non sempre può o sa cogliere. E lo fa esplorando, indagando e raccontando le storie, i luoghi, le leggende della città. Storie di imperatrici bellissime e crudeli, di sultani capaci di molta saggezza e di altrettanta follia, di avventurieri, di sognatori, di schiave che diventano regine. Storie che restituiscono significato a spazi apparentemente vuoti, che cuciono insieme eventi lontanissimi nel tempo e nella geografia: Istanbul, Roma, Parigi. Ma la capacità seduttiva di Istanbul non dipende solo dalle tracce del suo passato: ha anche molto a che fare con il suo caos, la sporcizia, il fumo, le crepe, i detriti. Con la scelta, continuamente rimandata, di una vera, definitiva appartenenza. Di questa città inquieta - uno dei non molti posti che hanno contribuito a dare al mondo un destino -, Augias ci racconta il grande passato e l'enigmatico presente, trasmettendo al lettore quel senso di incantamento che ha caratterizzato il suo primo incontro con la città e che si è rinnovato a ogni visita successiva. I segreti di Istanbul è anche questo: la storia di un innamoramento improvviso e di una continua stupefatta scoperta. >> Questo audiobook in edizione integrale vi è offerto in esclusiva per Audible ed è disponibile solamente in formato audio digitale. ©2016 Einaudi (P)2017 Einaudi biacuaduc@gmail.com (Corrado Augias) Wed, 31 May 2017 17:20:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/I-segreti-di-Istanbul-Storie-luoghi-e-leggende-di-una-capitale-Audiobook/B0714Q739S thebookvoice.com 10:17:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: I segreti di Istanbul. Storie, luoghi e leggende di una capitale Autore: Corrado Augias Narratore: Norman Mozzato Formato: Unabridged Durata: 10 hrs and 17 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-31-17 Editore: Mondadori Libri S.p.A. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Per dieci secoli Costantinopoli è stata l'altra Roma. Poi, in una giornata di primavera del 1453, tutto è cambiato. Roma s'inabissava, nasceva Istanbul. Una città eterna, prodigiosa, inquieta. Un luogo del mondo dove è possibile incrociare le storie di imperatrici belle e crudeli, di sultani folli e saggi, di schiave e avventurieri. Storie piccole e grandissime ritrovate e raccontate da un autore capace, come raramente accade, di fondere in un unico sguardo sapere e meraviglia. "Il modo migliore per arrivare a Istanbul sarebbe attraversando lentamente il Mar di Marmara fino a veder apparire 'une incomparable silhouette de ville'...". Questo libro è il racconto, potremmo forse dire il romanzo di Istanbul. Protagonista è una città eterna, prodigiosa, una città incarnata nelle sue stesse rovine. A comporne la trama sono le storie degli uomini e delle donne che l'hanno fondata, vissuta, abbandonata. Per secoli Bisanzio, Costantinopoli, Istanbul è stata una meta ricercata, talvolta fraintesa, altre volte amata, sempre guardata con stupore già dalla prima apparizione del suo straordinario profilo contro il cielo d'Oriente. Quel crescente di luna, che non a caso figura sulla bandiera della Repubblica turca, è - e insieme non è - la stessa luna che possiamo vedere in un qualunque cielo notturno europeo. Come il particolare profumo della città, i suoni, i richiami dei marinai, le luci riflesse sono - e non sono - le stesse di un porto del nostro continente. A renderli diversi è quella sensazione indefinita, quel contorno avvolgente, che una volta si chiamava "esotismo" e che ancora sopravvive. Senza sottrarsi al fascino di quell'esotismo, Augias ne solleva con garbo il velo per scoprire la sostanza più autentica della città, quella che il turista non sempre può o sa cogliere. E lo fa esplorando, indagando e raccontando le storie, i luoghi, le leggende della città. Storie di imperatrici bellissime e crudeli, di sultani capaci di molta saggezza e di altrettanta follia, di avventurieri, di sognatori, di schiave che diventano regine. Storie che restituiscono significato a spazi apparentemente vuoti, che cuciono insieme eventi lontanissimi nel tempo e nella geografia: Istanbul, Roma, Parigi. Ma la capacità seduttiva di Istanbul non dipende solo dalle tracce del suo passato: ha anche molto a che fare con il suo caos, la sporcizia, il fumo, le crepe, i detriti. Con la scelta, continuamente rimandata, di una vera, definitiva appartenenza. Di questa città inquieta - uno dei non molti posti che hanno contribuito a dare al mondo un destino -, Augias ci racconta il grande passato e l'enigmatico presente, trasmettendo al lettore quel senso di incantamento che ha caratterizzato il suo primo incontro con la città e che si è rinnovato a ogni visita successiva. I segreti di Istanbul è anche questo: la storia di un innamoramento improvviso e di una continua stupefatta scoperta. >> Questo audiobook in edizione integrale vi è offerto in esclusiva per Audible ed è disponibile solamente in formato audio digitale. ©2016 Einaudi (P)2017 Einaudi Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: I segreti di Istanbul. Storie, luoghi e leggende di una capitale Autore: Corrado Augias Narratore: Norman Mozzato Formato: Unabridged Durata: 10 hrs and 17 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-31-17 Editore: Mondadori Libri S.p.A. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Per dieci secoli Costantinopoli è stata l'altra Roma. Poi, in una giornata di primavera del 1453, tutto è cambiato. Roma s'inabissava, nasceva Istanbul. Una città eterna, prodigiosa, inquieta. Un luogo del mondo dove è possibile incrociare le storie di imperatrici belle e crudeli, di sultani folli e saggi, di schiave e avventurieri. Storie piccole e grandissime ritrovate e raccontate da un autore capace, come raramente accade, di fondere in un unico sguardo sapere e meraviglia. "Il modo migliore per arrivare a Istanbul sarebbe attraversando lentamente il Mar di Marmara fino a veder apparire 'une incomparable silhouette de ville'...". Questo libro è il racconto, potremmo forse dire il romanzo di Istanbul. Protagonista è una città eterna, prodigiosa, una città incarnata nelle sue stesse rovine. A comporne la trama sono le storie degli uomini e delle donne che l'hanno fondata, vissuta, abbandonata. Per secoli Bisanzio, Costantinopoli, Istanbul è stata una meta ricercata, talvolta fraintesa, altre volte amata, sempre guardata con stupore già dalla prima apparizione del suo straordinario profilo contro il cielo d'Oriente. Quel crescente di luna, che non a caso figura sulla bandiera della Repubblica turca, è - e insieme non è - la stessa luna che possiamo vedere in un qualunque cielo notturno europeo. Come il particolare profumo della città, i suoni, i richiami dei marinai, le luci riflesse sono - e non sono - le stesse di un porto del nostro continente. A renderli diversi è quella sensazione indefinita, quel contorno avvolgente, che una volta si chiamava "esotismo" e che ancora sopravvive. Senza sottrarsi al fascino di quell'esotismo, Augias ne solleva con garbo il velo per scoprire la sostanza più autentica della città, quella che il turista non sempre può o sa cogliere. E lo fa esplorando, indagando e raccontando le storie, i luoghi, le leggende della città. Storie di imperatrici bellissime e crudeli, di sultani capaci di molta saggezza e di altrettanta follia, di avventurieri, di sognatori, di schiave che diventano regine. Storie che restituiscono significato a spazi apparentemente vuoti, che cuciono insieme eventi lontanissimi nel tempo e nella geografia: Istanbul, Roma, Parigi. Ma la capacità seduttiva di Istanbul non dipende solo dalle tracce del suo passato: ha anche molto a che fare con il suo caos, la sporcizia, il fumo, le crepe, i detriti. Con la scelta, continuamente rimandata, di una vera, definitiva appartenenza. Di questa città inquieta - uno dei non molti posti che hanno contribuito a dare al mondo un destino -, Augias ci racconta il grande passato e l'enigmatico presente, trasmettendo al lettore quel senso di incantamento che ha caratterizzato il suo primo incontro con la città e che si è rinnovato a ogni visita successiva. I segreti di Istanbul è anche questo: la storia di un innamoramento improvviso e di una continua stupefatta scoperta. >> Questo audiobook in edizione integrale vi è offerto in esclusiva per Audible ed è disponibile solamente in formato audio digitale. ©2016 Einaudi (P)2017 Einaudi https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Tuileries-Palace-Audiobook/B071HVNJ19 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tuileries Palace Subtitle: The History and Legacy of France's Famous Royal Palace Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Jim D. Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "The massacre followed the sacrificial logic of the scapegoat: unable to vent their violence upon its intended object, the king, the revolutionaries chose victims who symbolised the sovereign power of the king and whose deaths could serve to unify the people.... The destruction of the Swiss Guard allowed the revolutionaries to usurp and transform the royal notion of the body politic. This outcome is captured by reports the massacre of the Swiss was accompanied by cries of 'Vive la nation!', replacing 'Vive le roi!'" Jesse Goldhammer Since the earliest days of civilization, people have built homes not just for shelter, but to proclaim their status in the world. There is evidence from the earliest known cultures that one way in which rulers showcased power was by building a more elaborate home than those around them had. Through the centuries, as homes grew larger and better furnished, those in charge had to make their homes even larger and furnish and decorate them even more, to the extent that by the time of the Middle Ages, some homes were actually castles designed to withstand combat and allow entire communities to survive attacks by invaders. Though the need for such large dwellings eventually passed, the desire for them did not, and so the castle gave way to the palace, a building the size of a castle but as elegant as its owner could afford to make it. France, like all European countries, has had its fair share of palaces over time, but none suffered the rise and fall of fortune like the Tuileries. Built by a widow with a flair for architecture, it grew for more than a decade, along with the royal family that it housed. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 18 May 2017 09:56:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Tuileries-Palace-Audiobook/B071HVNJ19 thebookvoice.com 01:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tuileries Palace Subtitle: The History and Legacy of France's Famous Royal Palace Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Jim D. Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "The massacre followed the sacrificial logic of the scapegoat: unable to vent their violence upon its intended object, the king, the revolutionaries chose victims who symbolised the sovereign power of the king and whose deaths could serve to unify the people.... The destruction of the Swiss Guard allowed the revolutionaries to usurp and transform the royal notion of the body politic. This outcome is captured by reports the massacre of the Swiss was accompanied by cries of 'Vive la nation!', replacing 'Vive le roi!'" Jesse Goldhammer Since the earliest days of civilization, people have built homes not just for shelter, but to proclaim their status in the world. There is evidence from the earliest known cultures that one way in which rulers showcased power was by building a more elaborate home than those around them had. Through the centuries, as homes grew larger and better furnished, those in charge had to make their homes even larger and furnish and decorate them even more, to the extent that by the time of the Middle Ages, some homes were actually castles designed to withstand combat and allow entire communities to survive attacks by invaders. Though the need for such large dwellings eventually passed, the desire for them did not, and so the castle gave way to the palace, a building the size of a castle but as elegant as its owner could afford to make it. France, like all European countries, has had its fair share of palaces over time, but none suffered the rise and fall of fortune like the Tuileries. Built by a widow with a flair for architecture, it grew for more than a decade, along with the royal family that it housed. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Tuileries Palace Subtitle: The History and Legacy of France's Famous Royal Palace Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Jim D. Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "The massacre followed the sacrificial logic of the scapegoat: unable to vent their violence upon its intended object, the king, the revolutionaries chose victims who symbolised the sovereign power of the king and whose deaths could serve to unify the people.... The destruction of the Swiss Guard allowed the revolutionaries to usurp and transform the royal notion of the body politic. This outcome is captured by reports the massacre of the Swiss was accompanied by cries of 'Vive la nation!', replacing 'Vive le roi!'" Jesse Goldhammer Since the earliest days of civilization, people have built homes not just for shelter, but to proclaim their status in the world. There is evidence from the earliest known cultures that one way in which rulers showcased power was by building a more elaborate home than those around them had. Through the centuries, as homes grew larger and better furnished, those in charge had to make their homes even larger and furnish and decorate them even more, to the extent that by the time of the Middle Ages, some homes were actually castles designed to withstand combat and allow entire communities to survive attacks by invaders. Though the need for such large dwellings eventually passed, the desire for them did not, and so the castle gave way to the palace, a building the size of a castle but as elegant as its owner could afford to make it. France, like all European countries, has had its fair share of palaces over time, but none suffered the rise and fall of fortune like the Tuileries. Built by a widow with a flair for architecture, it grew for more than a decade, along with the royal family that it housed. Members Reviews: But this one has an even more turbulent history thanks to its residents and events like the French Revolution This is another book on another French palace done by Charles River in the past few months or so. But this one has an even more turbulent history thanks to its residents and events like the French Revolution, so this title also reads like a mini primer on French history too. Utilities Palace An interesting history of the French palace, of Louis 14th and Louis XVI. Napoleon 3rd also lived here. Fascinating story of the French history of this residence. I would recommend thisbook to history buffs and others. The Tuileries Appreciated I knew a bit of the history, many concerning Louie XVI. I had a bit of knowledge concerning Louis XVI but nothing about the building itself. This added so much to the knowledge I did have and I appreciate knowing so much about the building and it's history. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Conquerors-Brides-and-Concubines-Audiobook/B01LWVWV29 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines Subtitle: Interfaith Relations and Social Power in Medieval Iberia Author: Simon Barton Narrator: Byrwec Ellison Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines investigates the political and cultural significance of marriages and other sexual encounters between Christians and Muslims in the Iberian Peninsula, from the Islamic conquest in the early eighth century to the end of Muslim rule in 1492. Interfaith liaisons carried powerful resonances, as such unions could function as a tool of diplomacy, the catalyst for conversion, or potent psychological propaganda. Examining a wide range of source material including legal documents, historical narratives, polemical and hagiographic works, poetry, music, and visual art, Simon Barton presents a nuanced account of the ways interfaith couplings were perceived, tolerated, or feared, depending upon the precise political and social contexts in which they occurred. Religious boundaries in the peninsula were complex and actively policed, often shaped by an overriding fear of excessive social interaction or assimilation of the three faiths that coexisted within the region. Barton traces the protective cultural, legal, and mental boundaries that the rival faiths of Iberia erected, and the processes by which women, as legitimate wives or slave concubines, physically traversed those borders. Through a close examination of the realities and the imagination of interfaith relations, Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines highlights the extent to which sex, power, and identity were closely bound up with one another. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Simon Barton) Tue, 20 Sep 2016 02:36:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Conquerors-Brides-and-Concubines-Audiobook/B01LWVWV29 thebookvoice.com 06:51:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines Subtitle: Interfaith Relations and Social Power in Medieval Iberia Author: Simon Barton Narrator: Byrwec Ellison Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines investigates the political and cultural significance of marriages and other sexual encounters between Christians and Muslims in the Iberian Peninsula, from the Islamic conquest in the early eighth century to the end of Muslim rule in 1492. Interfaith liaisons carried powerful resonances, as such unions could function as a tool of diplomacy, the catalyst for conversion, or potent psychological propaganda. Examining a wide range of source material including legal documents, historical narratives, polemical and hagiographic works, poetry, music, and visual art, Simon Barton presents a nuanced account of the ways interfaith couplings were perceived, tolerated, or feared, depending upon the precise political and social contexts in which they occurred. Religious boundaries in the peninsula were complex and actively policed, often shaped by an overriding fear of excessive social interaction or assimilation of the three faiths that coexisted within the region. Barton traces the protective cultural, legal, and mental boundaries that the rival faiths of Iberia erected, and the processes by which women, as legitimate wives or slave concubines, physically traversed those borders. Through a close examination of the realities and the imagination of interfaith relations, Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines highlights the extent to which sex, power, and identity were closely bound up with one another. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines Subtitle: Interfaith Relations and Social Power in Medieval Iberia Author: Simon Barton Narrator: Byrwec Ellison Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines investigates the political and cultural significance of marriages and other sexual encounters between Christians and Muslims in the Iberian Peninsula, from the Islamic conquest in the early eighth century to the end of Muslim rule in 1492. Interfaith liaisons carried powerful resonances, as such unions could function as a tool of diplomacy, the catalyst for conversion, or potent psychological propaganda. Examining a wide range of source material including legal documents, historical narratives, polemical and hagiographic works, poetry, music, and visual art, Simon Barton presents a nuanced account of the ways interfaith couplings were perceived, tolerated, or feared, depending upon the precise political and social contexts in which they occurred. Religious boundaries in the peninsula were complex and actively policed, often shaped by an overriding fear of excessive social interaction or assimilation of the three faiths that coexisted within the region. Barton traces the protective cultural, legal, and mental boundaries that the rival faiths of Iberia erected, and the processes by which women, as legitimate wives or slave concubines, physically traversed those borders. Through a close examination of the realities and the imagination of interfaith relations, Conquerors, Brides, and Concubines highlights the extent to which sex, power, and identity were closely bound up with one another. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vikings-Symbol-of-Terror-Audiobook/B019FT2ONW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vikings: Symbol of Terror Author: Hillary Brown, Go Entertain Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-15 Publisher: Go Entertainment Group Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Never before has such a terror appeared in Britain" - Alcuin of York Vikings epitomize terror - bloodthirsty raiders who, some thousand years ago, looted and pillaged their way across significant swaths of Europe, the sight of their approaching sails on the horizon one of the most chilling in history. This is the classic - and somewhat clichéd - image of the Vikings, and their fearsome reputation was in many respects well deserved, the Norse sagas charting their deeds in all their lurid glory. But over the past century, thanks to a wealth of new archaeological evidence, a much more nuanced picture of the Vikings has emerged, providing profound insights into one of the most astonishing, misunderstood, and adaptable of European civilizations. Vikings are now recognized not just as "wolves among sheep": brutal warriors and pirates who seized treasures and land and annihilated those who dared to stand in their path. They were also skilled and innovative traders, explorers, settlers, craftsmen, entrepreneurs, shipbuilders, and poets whose activities brought them into what may well have been peaceable and constructive contact with various races across Europe and beyond. Through their sometimes disruptive activities, they had a profound influence on European history, interacting with numerous other cultures across an area embracing four continents - from Greenland to the Mediterranean and North Africa, and from North America to the Middle East and beyond. And just as the Vikings impacted on these peoples and their culture, the Vikings themselves absorbed foreign influences and customs into their own civilization. The Vikings were essentially a maritime society and some of the most skilled boat builders in history, but what precisely drove them to leave their Scandinavian homelands and strike out on long and dangerous sea voyages in search of a new life and fresh opportunities? What areas did they settle in or colonize - and why? Who were their leaders, villains, and heroes? Who were the great historical leaders who dared to oppose them? How did they live, dress, eat, play, fight, and die? Which pagan gods did they worship - and why did they convert to Christianity? Why did the Viking age come to an end? And what is their legacy? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hillary Brown) Fri, 18 Dec 2015 01:24:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vikings-Symbol-of-Terror-Audiobook/B019FT2ONW thebookvoice.com 01:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vikings: Symbol of Terror Author: Hillary Brown, Go Entertain Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-15 Publisher: Go Entertainment Group Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Never before has such a terror appeared in Britain" - Alcuin of York Vikings epitomize terror - bloodthirsty raiders who, some thousand years ago, looted and pillaged their way across significant swaths of Europe, the sight of their approaching sails on the horizon one of the most chilling in history. This is the classic - and somewhat clichéd - image of the Vikings, and their fearsome reputation was in many respects well deserved, the Norse sagas charting their deeds in all their lurid glory. But over the past century, thanks to a wealth of new archaeological evidence, a much more nuanced picture of the Vikings has emerged, providing profound insights into one of the most astonishing, misunderstood, and adaptable of European civilizations. Vikings are now recognized not just as "wolves among sheep": brutal warriors and pirates who seized treasures and land and annihilated those who dared to stand in their path. They were also skilled and innovative traders, explorers, settlers, craftsmen, entrepreneurs, shipbuilders, and poets whose activities brought them into what may well have been peaceable and constructive contact with various races across Europe and beyond. Through their sometimes disruptive activities, they had a profound influence on European history, interacting with numerous other cultures across an area embracing four continents - from Greenland to the Mediterranean and North Africa, and from North America to the Middle East and beyond. And just as the Vikings impacted on these peoples and their culture, the Vikings themselves absorbed foreign influences and customs into their own civilization. The Vikings were essentially a maritime society and some of the most skilled boat builders in history, but what precisely drove them to leave their Scandinavian homelands and strike out on long and dangerous sea voyages in search of a new life and fresh opportunities? What areas did they settle in or colonize - and why? Who were their leaders, villains, and heroes? Who were the great historical leaders who dared to oppose them? How did they live, dress, eat, play, fight, and die? Which pagan gods did they worship - and why did they convert to Christianity? Why did the Viking age come to an end? And what is their legacy? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vikings: Symbol of Terror Author: Hillary Brown, Go Entertain Narrator: Jack Chekijian Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-15 Publisher: Go Entertainment Group Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Never before has such a terror appeared in Britain" - Alcuin of York Vikings epitomize terror - bloodthirsty raiders who, some thousand years ago, looted and pillaged their way across significant swaths of Europe, the sight of their approaching sails on the horizon one of the most chilling in history. This is the classic - and somewhat clichéd - image of the Vikings, and their fearsome reputation was in many respects well deserved, the Norse sagas charting their deeds in all their lurid glory. But over the past century, thanks to a wealth of new archaeological evidence, a much more nuanced picture of the Vikings has emerged, providing profound insights into one of the most astonishing, misunderstood, and adaptable of European civilizations. Vikings are now recognized not just as "wolves among sheep": brutal warriors and pirates who seized treasures and land and annihilated those who dared to stand in their path. They were also skilled and innovative traders, explorers, settlers, craftsmen, entrepreneurs, shipbuilders, and poets whose activities brought them into what may well have been peaceable and constructive contact with various races across Europe and beyond. Through their sometimes disruptive activities, they had a profound influence on European history, interacting with numerous other cultures across an area embracing four continents - from Greenland to the Mediterranean and North Africa, and from North America to the Middle East and beyond. And just as the Vikings impacted on these peoples and their culture, the Vikings themselves absorbed foreign influences and customs into their own civilization. The Vikings were essentially a maritime society and some of the most skilled boat builders in history, but what precisely drove them to leave their Scandinavian homelands and strike out on long and dangerous sea voyages in search of a new life and fresh opportunities? What areas did they settle in or colonize - and why? Who were their leaders, villains, and heroes? Who were the great historical leaders who dared to oppose them? How did they live, dress, eat, play, fight, and die? Which pagan gods did they worship - and why did they convert to Christianity? Why did the Viking age come to an end? And what is their legacy? Members Reviews: A nice, concise lecture I feel that the aim of this short book is to give a brief overview if the Norse peoples who brought their skills and knowledge to Great Britain, Europe, and beyond. In that aim, I feel that it succeeded. Other volumes can run on and on about Lindisfarne and all that as well as those dedicated to the Norse religious beliefs and practices. But this small volume centers on the skills of trading, navigating, shipbuilding, laws, and such things needed to enhance the cultures into which they assimilated themselves. I chose the audio book narrated as a lecture by Jack Chekijian because of familiarity with his ability. Informative but dry This short book has a lot of information about the Vikings and who they were & what they did. Hard to tell where one chapter ended or when theie was a header announcing a change of subject. Had to back up several times to understand where I was & what was happening. vikings it was a good insight to the Viking history. at times seemed to lag on but eventually picked up and drew you back into the story. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/France-in-1938-Audiobook/B01670EEBW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: France in 1938 Author: Benjamin F. Martin Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: At the beginning of 1938, containment of Nazi Germany by a coalition of eastern and western democracies without resorting to war was still a distinct possibility. By the end of 1938, however, Germany was much stronger, the western democracies stood alone, and war was all but certain. The primary cause for these developments, argues Benjamin F. Martin, was the foreign and domestic policies adopted by the French government and embraced by the French people. In a riveting account of the dark days leading up to France's defeat and occupation, Martin reveals a great and civilized nation committing a kind of suicide in 1938. When the relative calm in the first quarter ends with Germany's invasion of Austria, France is faced with hard questions about its diplomatic and military posture, and the leftist political alliance called the Popular Front makes its last stand. In the second quarter, a sense of doom begins to spread, reflected in the year's films noir, such as Marcel Carné's The Port of Shadows. France and Britain capitulate to Hitler at the Munich conference in September, described by Jean-Paul Sartre in his novel, The Reprieve. During the fall, the government aggressively confronts Fascist Italy and labor militancy, thereby retrieving, on the cheap, a sense of dignity. Martin concludes by looking back on the cost of decisions made in 1938 from the perspective of 1940. Exhibiting his trademark compelling narrative style, sense for unusual and telling detail, and vivid portraits of individual men and women, Martin brings remarkable texture to this depiction of a society and period. He recreates life in France during the year when terrors to come could already be imagined only too well. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Benjamin F. Martin) Tue, 06 Oct 2015 15:42:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/France-in-1938-Audiobook/B01670EEBW thebookvoice.com 10:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: France in 1938 Author: Benjamin F. Martin Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: At the beginning of 1938, containment of Nazi Germany by a coalition of eastern and western democracies without resorting to war was still a distinct possibility. By the end of 1938, however, Germany was much stronger, the western democracies stood alone, and war was all but certain. The primary cause for these developments, argues Benjamin F. Martin, was the foreign and domestic policies adopted by the French government and embraced by the French people. In a riveting account of the dark days leading up to France's defeat and occupation, Martin reveals a great and civilized nation committing a kind of suicide in 1938. When the relative calm in the first quarter ends with Germany's invasion of Austria, France is faced with hard questions about its diplomatic and military posture, and the leftist political alliance called the Popular Front makes its last stand. In the second quarter, a sense of doom begins to spread, reflected in the year's films noir, such as Marcel Carné's The Port of Shadows. France and Britain capitulate to Hitler at the Munich conference in September, described by Jean-Paul Sartre in his novel, The Reprieve. During the fall, the government aggressively confronts Fascist Italy and labor militancy, thereby retrieving, on the cheap, a sense of dignity. Martin concludes by looking back on the cost of decisions made in 1938 from the perspective of 1940. Exhibiting his trademark compelling narrative style, sense for unusual and telling detail, and vivid portraits of individual men and women, Martin brings remarkable texture to this depiction of a society and period. He recreates life in France during the year when terrors to come could already be imagined only too well. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: France in 1938 Author: Benjamin F. Martin Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: At the beginning of 1938, containment of Nazi Germany by a coalition of eastern and western democracies without resorting to war was still a distinct possibility. By the end of 1938, however, Germany was much stronger, the western democracies stood alone, and war was all but certain. The primary cause for these developments, argues Benjamin F. Martin, was the foreign and domestic policies adopted by the French government and embraced by the French people. In a riveting account of the dark days leading up to France's defeat and occupation, Martin reveals a great and civilized nation committing a kind of suicide in 1938. When the relative calm in the first quarter ends with Germany's invasion of Austria, France is faced with hard questions about its diplomatic and military posture, and the leftist political alliance called the Popular Front makes its last stand. In the second quarter, a sense of doom begins to spread, reflected in the year's films noir, such as Marcel Carné's The Port of Shadows. France and Britain capitulate to Hitler at the Munich conference in September, described by Jean-Paul Sartre in his novel, The Reprieve. During the fall, the government aggressively confronts Fascist Italy and labor militancy, thereby retrieving, on the cheap, a sense of dignity. Martin concludes by looking back on the cost of decisions made in 1938 from the perspective of 1940. Exhibiting his trademark compelling narrative style, sense for unusual and telling detail, and vivid portraits of individual men and women, Martin brings remarkable texture to this depiction of a society and period. He recreates life in France during the year when terrors to come could already be imagined only too well. Members Reviews: The Spoils of Cowardice While meandering at times (2 chapters waste time telling you the plot of films of the period) it does successfully impart, by its end, the atmosphere in which appeasement flourished. The world of 1938 is one of fear and apprehension, and explains why France's morale was so lacking when the war did come about. Her lack of national unity, her reluctance to resist German domination and her increasingly insecure foreign policy are all discussed at length. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-historia-de-las-ciudades-del-mundo-medieval-Audiobook/B00MJAGZZ8 Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de las ciudades del mundo medieval Autor: Ángel Luis Vera Aranda Narrador: Juan Magraner Formato: Unabridged Duración: 6 hrs and 44 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-11-14 Editor: Audible Studios Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: La historia de las ciudades más espectaculares de la Edad Media, desde América hasta el Lejano Oriente: una guía fundamental para descubrir estas ciudades de las que, en algunos casos, sólo quedaron las ruinas. Existe actualmente un interés general por la historia, numerosas monografías y novelas históricas dan cuenta de ello, no obstante, existe un tremendo vacío a la hora de encontrar audio libros que aborden la historia de las ciudades utilizando el urbanismo como marco teórico y que integren esa historia del urbanismo con la historia política de las distintas ciudades de la Edad Media: Breve Historia de las Ciudades del Mundo Medieval viene a cubrir ese hueco y lo hace de un modo sobresaliente. El audio libro pretende dar una imagen concreta de las ciudades de la Edad Media para desmontar el mito de la decadencia del urbanismo en la época.Utiliza como marco cronológico la división aceptada de la Edad Media (desde el 476 con la caída de Roma hasta el 1453 con la caída de Constantinopla), encuadrado en estas fechas Ángel Luis Vera nos describirá de un modo minucioso las urbes más relevantes, olvidando el eurocentrismo y presentando también ciudades de América y de Asia como Tenochtitlán, Cuzco, Chang An y Angkor Wat. Recorre en la obra las siete capitales más representativas de la época: Bizancio, Constantinopla, las grandes ciudades del Islam - Bagdad, El Cairo y Córdoba, el urbanismo europeo representado por París, las ciudades del Extremo Oriente - Chang An y Angkor Wat - y, por último las majestuosas ciudades americanas de Tenochtitlán y Cuzco. El autor suma a las descripciones la evolución política, los conflictos urbanos, los personajes más destacados y los acontecimientos históricos que asolaron las ciudades.Un libro que supone una guía turística - histórica para que el oyente viajero descubra la herencia que estas ciudades medievales han dejado en nuestro patrimonio cultural. Please Note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ángel Luis Vera Aranda) Mon, 11 Aug 2014 04:50:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-historia-de-las-ciudades-del-mundo-medieval-Audiobook/B00MJAGZZ8 thebookvoice.com 06:44:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de las ciudades del mundo medieval Autor: Ángel Luis Vera Aranda Narrador: Juan Magraner Formato: Unabridged Duración: 6 hrs and 44 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-11-14 Editor: Audible Studios Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: La historia de las ciudades más espectaculares de la Edad Media, desde América hasta el Lejano Oriente: una guía fundamental para descubrir estas ciudades de las que, en algunos casos, sólo quedaron las ruinas. Existe actualmente un interés general por la historia, numerosas monografías y novelas históricas dan cuenta de ello, no obstante, existe un tremendo vacío a la hora de encontrar audio libros que aborden la historia de las ciudades utilizando el urbanismo como marco teórico y que integren esa historia del urbanismo con la historia política de las distintas ciudades de la Edad Media: Breve Historia de las Ciudades del Mundo Medieval viene a cubrir ese hueco y lo hace de un modo sobresaliente. El audio libro pretende dar una imagen concreta de las ciudades de la Edad Media para desmontar el mito de la decadencia del urbanismo en la época.Utiliza como marco cronológico la división aceptada de la Edad Media (desde el 476 con la caída de Roma hasta el 1453 con la caída de Constantinopla), encuadrado en estas fechas Ángel Luis Vera nos describirá de un modo minucioso las urbes más relevantes, olvidando el eurocentrismo y presentando también ciudades de América y de Asia como Tenochtitlán, Cuzco, Chang An y Angkor Wat. Recorre en la obra las siete capitales más representativas de la época: Bizancio, Constantinopla, las grandes ciudades del Islam - Bagdad, El Cairo y Córdoba, el urbanismo europeo representado por París, las ciudades del Extremo Oriente - Chang An y Angkor Wat - y, por último las majestuosas ciudades americanas de Tenochtitlán y Cuzco. El autor suma a las descripciones la evolución política, los conflictos urbanos, los personajes más destacados y los acontecimientos históricos que asolaron las ciudades.Un libro que supone una guía turística - histórica para que el oyente viajero descubra la herencia que estas ciudades medievales han dejado en nuestro patrimonio cultural. Please Note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de las ciudades del mundo medieval Autor: Ángel Luis Vera Aranda Narrador: Juan Magraner Formato: Unabridged Duración: 6 hrs and 44 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-11-14 Editor: Audible Studios Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: La historia de las ciudades más espectaculares de la Edad Media, desde América hasta el Lejano Oriente: una guía fundamental para descubrir estas ciudades de las que, en algunos casos, sólo quedaron las ruinas. Existe actualmente un interés general por la historia, numerosas monografías y novelas históricas dan cuenta de ello, no obstante, existe un tremendo vacío a la hora de encontrar audio libros que aborden la historia de las ciudades utilizando el urbanismo como marco teórico y que integren esa historia del urbanismo con la historia política de las distintas ciudades de la Edad Media: Breve Historia de las Ciudades del Mundo Medieval viene a cubrir ese hueco y lo hace de un modo sobresaliente. El audio libro pretende dar una imagen concreta de las ciudades de la Edad Media para desmontar el mito de la decadencia del urbanismo en la época.Utiliza como marco cronológico la división aceptada de la Edad Media (desde el 476 con la caída de Roma hasta el 1453 con la caída de Constantinopla), encuadrado en estas fechas Ángel Luis Vera nos describirá de un modo minucioso las urbes más relevantes, olvidando el eurocentrismo y presentando también ciudades de América y de Asia como Tenochtitlán, Cuzco, Chang An y Angkor Wat. Recorre en la obra las siete capitales más representativas de la época: Bizancio, Constantinopla, las grandes ciudades del Islam - Bagdad, El Cairo y Córdoba, el urbanismo europeo representado por París, las ciudades del Extremo Oriente - Chang An y Angkor Wat - y, por último las majestuosas ciudades americanas de Tenochtitlán y Cuzco. El autor suma a las descripciones la evolución política, los conflictos urbanos, los personajes más destacados y los acontecimientos históricos que asolaron las ciudades.Un libro que supone una guía turística - histórica para que el oyente viajero descubra la herencia que estas ciudades medievales han dejado en nuestro patrimonio cultural. Please Note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: A worthy book to read! Without being excessively academic, this book sure teaches you a lot of facts about major antique cities! if you love history, this is the book for you. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Los-Borgia-The-Borgias-Audiobook/B00ULYYYRU Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Los Borgia [The Borgias] Subtitular: Historia del legado sangriento [Story of the Bloody Legacy] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 41 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-13-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Sin duda, el romanticismo hecho carne. Cada obra suya, cuya influencia perdura con autoridad y sorprendente admiración en la música actual, es un absoluto portento de técnica, refinamiento estilístico y elaboración armónica. Considerado como uno de los músicos más importantes de la historia, su legado musical están en el mismo nivel de -monstruos- como Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Liszt y Ludwig van Beethoven. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Fri, 13 Mar 2015 06:42:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Los-Borgia-The-Borgias-Audiobook/B00ULYYYRU thebookvoice.com 00:41:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Los Borgia [The Borgias] Subtitular: Historia del legado sangriento [Story of the Bloody Legacy] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 41 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-13-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Sin duda, el romanticismo hecho carne. Cada obra suya, cuya influencia perdura con autoridad y sorprendente admiración en la música actual, es un absoluto portento de técnica, refinamiento estilístico y elaboración armónica. Considerado como uno de los músicos más importantes de la historia, su legado musical están en el mismo nivel de -monstruos- como Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Liszt y Ludwig van Beethoven. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Los Borgia [The Borgias] Subtitular: Historia del legado sangriento [Story of the Bloody Legacy] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 41 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-13-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Sin duda, el romanticismo hecho carne. Cada obra suya, cuya influencia perdura con autoridad y sorprendente admiración en la música actual, es un absoluto portento de técnica, refinamiento estilístico y elaboración armónica. Considerado como uno de los músicos más importantes de la historia, su legado musical están en el mismo nivel de -monstruos- como Johann Sebastian Bach, Franz Liszt y Ludwig van Beethoven. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Alfonso-X-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B00U6HOPZS Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Alfonso X [Spanish Edition] Subtitular: El rey sabio [Alfonso X: The wise king] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 24 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-04-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 2.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Rey intelectual y poeta, conocido como el "Rey Sabio", sono con un reino fundado en la cultura y la tolerancia y todos sus esfuerzos se centraron en difundir entre los cristianos, los avanzados conocimientos científicos, filosoficos y artisticos atesorados por los sabios islamicos y judíos. Fue conocido como el Rey Sabio. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Wed, 04 Mar 2015 23:54:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Alfonso-X-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B00U6HOPZS thebookvoice.com 00:24:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Alfonso X [Spanish Edition] Subtitular: El rey sabio [Alfonso X: The wise king] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 24 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-04-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 2.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Rey intelectual y poeta, conocido como el "Rey Sabio", sono con un reino fundado en la cultura y la tolerancia y todos sus esfuerzos se centraron en difundir entre los cristianos, los avanzados conocimientos científicos, filosoficos y artisticos atesorados por los sabios islamicos y judíos. Fue conocido como el Rey Sabio. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Alfonso X [Spanish Edition] Subtitular: El rey sabio [Alfonso X: The wise king] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 24 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-04-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 2.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Rey intelectual y poeta, conocido como el "Rey Sabio", sono con un reino fundado en la cultura y la tolerancia y todos sus esfuerzos se centraron en difundir entre los cristianos, los avanzados conocimientos científicos, filosoficos y artisticos atesorados por los sabios islamicos y judíos. Fue conocido como el Rey Sabio. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-HMS-Wager-Audiobook/B01M669I7B Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The HMS Wager Subtitle: The History of the 18th Century's Most Famous Shipwreck and Mutiny Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Mark Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Whereas upon a General Consultation, it has been agreed to go from this Place through the Streights of Magellan, for the coast of Brazil, in our way for England: We do, notwithstanding, find the People separating into Parties, which must consequently end in the Destruction of the whole Body; and as also there have been great robberies committed on the Stores and every Thing is now at a Stand; therefore, to prevent all future Frauds and Animosoties, we are unanimously agreed to proceed as above-mentioned." - John Bulkley, gunner on the HMS Wager "I cannot suppose the Captain will refuse the signing of it; but he is so self-willed, the best step we can take, is to put him under arrest for the killing of Mr. Cozens. In this case I will, with your approbation, assume command. Then our affairs will be concluded to the satisfaction of the whole company, without being any longer liable to the obstruction they now meet from the Captain's perverseness and chicanery." - Lieutenant Robert Baynes, second-in-command on the HMS Wager Mention the 18th century Royal Navy and visions come to mind of swashbuckling sailors swinging from rope to rope while a red-faced captain in an even redder coat and a powdered wig shouts order and pitches fits. Such visions, largely shaped by Hollywood pictures such as the popular Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, naturally fail to do full justice to a group of men who functioned, with little direction and even less support, on the seas for years at a time. Disney may enjoy portraying them sitting down to sumptuous feasts or cavorting with scantily clad native girls, but the opposite was true. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Fri, 21 Oct 2016 23:14:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-HMS-Wager-Audiobook/B01M669I7B thebookvoice.com 01:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The HMS Wager Subtitle: The History of the 18th Century's Most Famous Shipwreck and Mutiny Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Mark Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Whereas upon a General Consultation, it has been agreed to go from this Place through the Streights of Magellan, for the coast of Brazil, in our way for England: We do, notwithstanding, find the People separating into Parties, which must consequently end in the Destruction of the whole Body; and as also there have been great robberies committed on the Stores and every Thing is now at a Stand; therefore, to prevent all future Frauds and Animosoties, we are unanimously agreed to proceed as above-mentioned." - John Bulkley, gunner on the HMS Wager "I cannot suppose the Captain will refuse the signing of it; but he is so self-willed, the best step we can take, is to put him under arrest for the killing of Mr. Cozens. In this case I will, with your approbation, assume command. Then our affairs will be concluded to the satisfaction of the whole company, without being any longer liable to the obstruction they now meet from the Captain's perverseness and chicanery." - Lieutenant Robert Baynes, second-in-command on the HMS Wager Mention the 18th century Royal Navy and visions come to mind of swashbuckling sailors swinging from rope to rope while a red-faced captain in an even redder coat and a powdered wig shouts order and pitches fits. Such visions, largely shaped by Hollywood pictures such as the popular Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, naturally fail to do full justice to a group of men who functioned, with little direction and even less support, on the seas for years at a time. Disney may enjoy portraying them sitting down to sumptuous feasts or cavorting with scantily clad native girls, but the opposite was true. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The HMS Wager Subtitle: The History of the 18th Century's Most Famous Shipwreck and Mutiny Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Mark Norman Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Whereas upon a General Consultation, it has been agreed to go from this Place through the Streights of Magellan, for the coast of Brazil, in our way for England: We do, notwithstanding, find the People separating into Parties, which must consequently end in the Destruction of the whole Body; and as also there have been great robberies committed on the Stores and every Thing is now at a Stand; therefore, to prevent all future Frauds and Animosoties, we are unanimously agreed to proceed as above-mentioned." - John Bulkley, gunner on the HMS Wager "I cannot suppose the Captain will refuse the signing of it; but he is so self-willed, the best step we can take, is to put him under arrest for the killing of Mr. Cozens. In this case I will, with your approbation, assume command. Then our affairs will be concluded to the satisfaction of the whole company, without being any longer liable to the obstruction they now meet from the Captain's perverseness and chicanery." - Lieutenant Robert Baynes, second-in-command on the HMS Wager Mention the 18th century Royal Navy and visions come to mind of swashbuckling sailors swinging from rope to rope while a red-faced captain in an even redder coat and a powdered wig shouts order and pitches fits. Such visions, largely shaped by Hollywood pictures such as the popular Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, naturally fail to do full justice to a group of men who functioned, with little direction and even less support, on the seas for years at a time. Disney may enjoy portraying them sitting down to sumptuous feasts or cavorting with scantily clad native girls, but the opposite was true. Members Reviews: Good old sea story. Interesting story based upon reconstruction of old documents. Amazing how so little value put on the sailors lives by their ship captains. HMS Wager. One heck of a true story. Reading this I was reminded of Murphy's law. Whatever can go wrong , will. If it weren't for the huge loss of life, it would have read like a comedy of errors. Some of the stories of the men trying to get home was kind of amusing. Yep, I'd recommend this book. I had never heard of the Wager before and was ... I had never heard of the Wager before and was very fascinated with this account. It is worth reading. Interesting story Non fiction that reads like a novel. Four Stars Good book https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Defining-Culinary-Authority-Audiobook/B00IKVZVBY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defining Culinary Authority Subtitle: The Transformation of Cooking in France, 1650-1830 Author: Jennifer J. Davis Narrator: Amy Farris Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the 18th and 19th centuries, French cooks began to claim central roles in defining and enforcing taste, as well as educating their diners to changing standards. Tracing the transformation of culinary trades in France during the Revolutionary era, Jennifer J. Davis argues that the work of cultivating sensibility in food was not simply an elite matter; it was essential to the livelihood of thousands of men and women. Combining rigorous archival research with social history and cultural studies, Davis interrogates the development of cooking aesthetics and practices by examining the propagation of taste, the training of cooks, and the policing of the culinary marketplace in the name of safety and good taste. French cooks formed their profession through a series of debates intimately connected to broader Enlightenment controversies over education, cuisine, law, science, and service. Though cooks assumed prominence within the culinary public sphere, the unique literary genre of gastronomy replaced the Old Regime guild police in the wake of the French Revolution as individual diners began to rethink cooks' authority. This question of who wielded culinary influence--and thus shaped standards of taste - continued to reverberate throughout society into the early 19th century. This remarkable study illustrates how culinary discourse affected French national identity within the hexagon and around the globe, where elite cuisine bears the imprint of the country's techniques and labor organization. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jennifer J. Davis) Tue, 25 Feb 2014 13:37:24 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Defining-Culinary-Authority-Audiobook/B00IKVZVBY thebookvoice.com 08:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defining Culinary Authority Subtitle: The Transformation of Cooking in France, 1650-1830 Author: Jennifer J. Davis Narrator: Amy Farris Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the 18th and 19th centuries, French cooks began to claim central roles in defining and enforcing taste, as well as educating their diners to changing standards. Tracing the transformation of culinary trades in France during the Revolutionary era, Jennifer J. Davis argues that the work of cultivating sensibility in food was not simply an elite matter; it was essential to the livelihood of thousands of men and women. Combining rigorous archival research with social history and cultural studies, Davis interrogates the development of cooking aesthetics and practices by examining the propagation of taste, the training of cooks, and the policing of the culinary marketplace in the name of safety and good taste. French cooks formed their profession through a series of debates intimately connected to broader Enlightenment controversies over education, cuisine, law, science, and service. Though cooks assumed prominence within the culinary public sphere, the unique literary genre of gastronomy replaced the Old Regime guild police in the wake of the French Revolution as individual diners began to rethink cooks' authority. This question of who wielded culinary influence--and thus shaped standards of taste - continued to reverberate throughout society into the early 19th century. This remarkable study illustrates how culinary discourse affected French national identity within the hexagon and around the globe, where elite cuisine bears the imprint of the country's techniques and labor organization. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Defining Culinary Authority Subtitle: The Transformation of Cooking in France, 1650-1830 Author: Jennifer J. Davis Narrator: Amy Farris Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 02-25-14 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the 18th and 19th centuries, French cooks began to claim central roles in defining and enforcing taste, as well as educating their diners to changing standards. Tracing the transformation of culinary trades in France during the Revolutionary era, Jennifer J. Davis argues that the work of cultivating sensibility in food was not simply an elite matter; it was essential to the livelihood of thousands of men and women. Combining rigorous archival research with social history and cultural studies, Davis interrogates the development of cooking aesthetics and practices by examining the propagation of taste, the training of cooks, and the policing of the culinary marketplace in the name of safety and good taste. French cooks formed their profession through a series of debates intimately connected to broader Enlightenment controversies over education, cuisine, law, science, and service. Though cooks assumed prominence within the culinary public sphere, the unique literary genre of gastronomy replaced the Old Regime guild police in the wake of the French Revolution as individual diners began to rethink cooks' authority. This question of who wielded culinary influence--and thus shaped standards of taste - continued to reverberate throughout society into the early 19th century. This remarkable study illustrates how culinary discourse affected French national identity within the hexagon and around the globe, where elite cuisine bears the imprint of the country's techniques and labor organization. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/MI9-Audiobook/B00HRH8B64 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MI9 Subtitle: Escape and Evasion 1939-1945 Author: M. R. D. Foot, J. M. Langley Narrator: Michael Fenton Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-14 Publisher: Spokenworld Audio/Ladbroke Audio Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Forged passports, secret maps, ingenious disguises, underground networks - in times of war, tales of escape and evasion can be even more spectacular and heroic than those of victory in battle. Many of the most famous escapes in history took place during World War II. These daring flights from Nazi-occupied Europe would never have been possible but for the assistance of a hitherto secret British service: MI9. This small, dedicated and endlessly inventive team gave hope to the men who had fallen into enemy hands and aid to resistance fighters in occupied territory. It sent in money, maps, clothes, compasses, even hacksaws - and in return coded letters from the prisoner-of-war camps provided invaluable news of what was happening in the enemys homeland. Understaffed and under-resourced, MI9 nonetheless made a terrific contribution to the Allied war effort. First published in 1979, this book tells the full, inside story of an extraordinary organisation. Originally published in 1979. Read by Michael Fenton-Stevens (Last Trains, Lovejoy, Long Earth, The Science Of Discworld, Spitting Image, KYTV, Radio Active, Only Fools & Horses) biacuaduc@gmail.com (M. R. D. Foot) Thu, 09 Jan 2014 13:42:35 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/MI9-Audiobook/B00HRH8B64 thebookvoice.com 12:44:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MI9 Subtitle: Escape and Evasion 1939-1945 Author: M. R. D. Foot, J. M. Langley Narrator: Michael Fenton Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-14 Publisher: Spokenworld Audio/Ladbroke Audio Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Forged passports, secret maps, ingenious disguises, underground networks - in times of war, tales of escape and evasion can be even more spectacular and heroic than those of victory in battle. Many of the most famous escapes in history took place during World War II. These daring flights from Nazi-occupied Europe would never have been possible but for the assistance of a hitherto secret British service: MI9. This small, dedicated and endlessly inventive team gave hope to the men who had fallen into enemy hands and aid to resistance fighters in occupied territory. It sent in money, maps, clothes, compasses, even hacksaws - and in return coded letters from the prisoner-of-war camps provided invaluable news of what was happening in the enemys homeland. Understaffed and under-resourced, MI9 nonetheless made a terrific contribution to the Allied war effort. First published in 1979, this book tells the full, inside story of an extraordinary organisation. Originally published in 1979. Read by Michael Fenton-Stevens (Last Trains, Lovejoy, Long Earth, The Science Of Discworld, Spitting Image, KYTV, Radio Active, Only Fools & Horses) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: MI9 Subtitle: Escape and Evasion 1939-1945 Author: M. R. D. Foot, J. M. Langley Narrator: Michael Fenton Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-14 Publisher: Spokenworld Audio/Ladbroke Audio Ltd Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Forged passports, secret maps, ingenious disguises, underground networks - in times of war, tales of escape and evasion can be even more spectacular and heroic than those of victory in battle. Many of the most famous escapes in history took place during World War II. These daring flights from Nazi-occupied Europe would never have been possible but for the assistance of a hitherto secret British service: MI9. This small, dedicated and endlessly inventive team gave hope to the men who had fallen into enemy hands and aid to resistance fighters in occupied territory. It sent in money, maps, clothes, compasses, even hacksaws - and in return coded letters from the prisoner-of-war camps provided invaluable news of what was happening in the enemys homeland. Understaffed and under-resourced, MI9 nonetheless made a terrific contribution to the Allied war effort. First published in 1979, this book tells the full, inside story of an extraordinary organisation. Originally published in 1979. Read by Michael Fenton-Stevens (Last Trains, Lovejoy, Long Earth, The Science Of Discworld, Spitting Image, KYTV, Radio Active, Only Fools & Horses) Members Reviews: Too general a story In my opinion the content of the book is too dated, with too little personal stories and too much general explanation. How could this topic be so BORING? Dull, tedious, ponderous. I honestly can't find any reason to recommend this title. Don't waste your time. Interesting to say the least I had first heard sbout this little known, now extinct, branch some 25 years ago. I am now glad to have learned about thier short but invaluable service. a must read for any military history buff. Though only relating to WWII evading and escaping is as old as war itself. Fascinating but long I hadn't appreciated the effort put in to train personnel in the art of evasion. The subject is fascinating but at half distance I found myself flagging but persevered and saw it through to the end and I'm glad I did. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Russian-History-Lectures-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00C6LH2I4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Russian History Lectures [Russian Edition] Author: Alexander Presnyakov Narrator: Ilya Bobylev Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-13 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This course of lectures by the outstanding Russian historian Professor Alexander Presnyakov (1870-1929) is an important achievement in Russian historical studies. In this audiobook, Presnyakov - who was both a scholar and an outstanding educator - presents one of the most difficult periods in Russian history with remarkable precision and clarity. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexander Presnyakov) Mon, 08 Apr 2013 11:18:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Russian-History-Lectures-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00C6LH2I4 thebookvoice.com 18:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Russian History Lectures [Russian Edition] Author: Alexander Presnyakov Narrator: Ilya Bobylev Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-13 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This course of lectures by the outstanding Russian historian Professor Alexander Presnyakov (1870-1929) is an important achievement in Russian historical studies. In this audiobook, Presnyakov - who was both a scholar and an outstanding educator - presents one of the most difficult periods in Russian history with remarkable precision and clarity. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Russian History Lectures [Russian Edition] Author: Alexander Presnyakov Narrator: Ilya Bobylev Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 04-08-13 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This course of lectures by the outstanding Russian historian Professor Alexander Presnyakov (1870-1929) is an important achievement in Russian historical studies. In this audiobook, Presnyakov - who was both a scholar and an outstanding educator - presents one of the most difficult periods in Russian history with remarkable precision and clarity. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Battle-of-Waterloo-Audiobook/B006QMB2QC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Waterloo Author: Jeremy Black Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 12-29-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Waterloo is Jeremy Black's brilliant attempt to set the famous battle in the context of warfare in the period, and not only that of Napoleonic Europe. Black also uses Waterloo to contextualise the changing nature of war, the rise and fall of Napoleon's empire, and the influence of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars on the nineteenth century. Waterloo was an iconic battle for the British, a triumph of endurance that ensured a nineteenth-century world in which Britain played the key role. It was also a defining moment for the French, bringing to the end both the reign of Napoleon I and also the second Hundred Years' War between Britain and France, a conflict that had started in 1689. Lastly, the battle was important for a host of other participants, from Prussia, the state that was to be the basis of modern Germany, to the Netherlands and Belgium, whose fate it decided until the Belgian revolution of 1830, and to minor German principalities such as Hanover, Brunswick and Nassau, each of which also sent troops to the Duke of Wellington's army. In Waterloo, Jeremy Black has the fullest measure of this most famous of battles. Its consequences can not be overstated and the inherent drama of the battle, which Lord Wellington immortally dubbed "the nearest-run thing you ever saw in your life"; make this an engrossing read. This masterly synthesis will stand as the definitive modern short book on the battle. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeremy Black) Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:58:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Battle-of-Waterloo-Audiobook/B006QMB2QC thebookvoice.com 09:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Waterloo Author: Jeremy Black Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 12-29-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Waterloo is Jeremy Black's brilliant attempt to set the famous battle in the context of warfare in the period, and not only that of Napoleonic Europe. Black also uses Waterloo to contextualise the changing nature of war, the rise and fall of Napoleon's empire, and the influence of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars on the nineteenth century. Waterloo was an iconic battle for the British, a triumph of endurance that ensured a nineteenth-century world in which Britain played the key role. It was also a defining moment for the French, bringing to the end both the reign of Napoleon I and also the second Hundred Years' War between Britain and France, a conflict that had started in 1689. Lastly, the battle was important for a host of other participants, from Prussia, the state that was to be the basis of modern Germany, to the Netherlands and Belgium, whose fate it decided until the Belgian revolution of 1830, and to minor German principalities such as Hanover, Brunswick and Nassau, each of which also sent troops to the Duke of Wellington's army. In Waterloo, Jeremy Black has the fullest measure of this most famous of battles. Its consequences can not be overstated and the inherent drama of the battle, which Lord Wellington immortally dubbed "the nearest-run thing you ever saw in your life"; make this an engrossing read. This masterly synthesis will stand as the definitive modern short book on the battle. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Waterloo Author: Jeremy Black Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 12-29-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Waterloo is Jeremy Black's brilliant attempt to set the famous battle in the context of warfare in the period, and not only that of Napoleonic Europe. Black also uses Waterloo to contextualise the changing nature of war, the rise and fall of Napoleon's empire, and the influence of the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars on the nineteenth century. Waterloo was an iconic battle for the British, a triumph of endurance that ensured a nineteenth-century world in which Britain played the key role. It was also a defining moment for the French, bringing to the end both the reign of Napoleon I and also the second Hundred Years' War between Britain and France, a conflict that had started in 1689. Lastly, the battle was important for a host of other participants, from Prussia, the state that was to be the basis of modern Germany, to the Netherlands and Belgium, whose fate it decided until the Belgian revolution of 1830, and to minor German principalities such as Hanover, Brunswick and Nassau, each of which also sent troops to the Duke of Wellington's army. In Waterloo, Jeremy Black has the fullest measure of this most famous of battles. Its consequences can not be overstated and the inherent drama of the battle, which Lord Wellington immortally dubbed "the nearest-run thing you ever saw in your life"; make this an engrossing read. This masterly synthesis will stand as the definitive modern short book on the battle. Members Reviews: More about impact on Britain than the battle. Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? This book as the summary says is more about the impact of the battle on the conscience of Britain than a detailed account of the actual battle itself. After the battle is over the narrator drones on for another two hours talking about the construction of monuments and places in Britain named "waterloo". How could the performance have been better? The narrator sounded like he was eating during the entire performance. Was The Battle of Waterloo worth the listening time? Sadly, no. a great account of Waterloo Great narration really made the story flow smoothly and easy to understand what is going on during the event https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bubonic-Plague-Audiobook/B002VA3EF0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bubonic Plague Subtitle: Medicine & Inventions Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the history of The Bubonic Plague with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series.Bubonic plague is widely regarded as being responsible for two of the most infamous plagues in recorded history - the Black Death in the mid-fourteenth century and the Great Plague of London in 1665. The causative organism of modern-day plague was discovered independently in 1894 by two bacteriologists: the Swiss born Dr. Alexandre Yersin and Dr. Shibasaburo Kitasato from Japan. Both were conducting research in Hong Kong during the third plague pandemic then occurring in Asia. Kitasato was working with the backing of the British authorities and had access to autopsies of plague victims at Kennedy Town Hospital. Yersin had to make do with a straw hut and was bribing grave diggers to allow him to cut samples from corpses prior to burial. Yersin was the first to correctly identify the plague bacillus, initially naming it Pasteurella pestis in honor of his French patron, Louis Pasteur. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: The Bubonic Plague was responsible for the largest wide-scale infection in history when it swept throughout Europe in the 14th century and killing a third of the human population. Several deadly outbreaks would occur in the next few centuries, including the Great Plague of London in the 17th century and Asia's Third Pandemic in the 19th century. This iMinds title recounts the history and science behind the disease, and Elouise Rothwell gives a compelling performance. As the music behind her becomes unnerving, Rothwell maintains a stoic authority over the material, which only makes the subject matter even more uncomfortable. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (iMinds) Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:04:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Bubonic-Plague-Audiobook/B002VA3EF0 thebookvoice.com 00:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bubonic Plague Subtitle: Medicine & Inventions Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the history of The Bubonic Plague with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series.Bubonic plague is widely regarded as being responsible for two of the most infamous plagues in recorded history - the Black Death in the mid-fourteenth century and the Great Plague of London in 1665. The causative organism of modern-day plague was discovered independently in 1894 by two bacteriologists: the Swiss born Dr. Alexandre Yersin and Dr. Shibasaburo Kitasato from Japan. Both were conducting research in Hong Kong during the third plague pandemic then occurring in Asia. Kitasato was working with the backing of the British authorities and had access to autopsies of plague victims at Kennedy Town Hospital. Yersin had to make do with a straw hut and was bribing grave diggers to allow him to cut samples from corpses prior to burial. Yersin was the first to correctly identify the plague bacillus, initially naming it Pasteurella pestis in honor of his French patron, Louis Pasteur. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: The Bubonic Plague was responsible for the largest wide-scale infection in history when it swept throughout Europe in the 14th century and killing a third of the human population. Several deadly outbreaks would occur in the next few centuries, including the Great Plague of London in the 17th century and Asia's Third Pandemic in the 19th century. This iMinds title recounts the history and science behind the disease, and Elouise Rothwell gives a compelling performance. As the music behind her becomes unnerving, Rothwell maintains a stoic authority over the material, which only makes the subject matter even more uncomfortable. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bubonic Plague Subtitle: Medicine & Inventions Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-11-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the history of The Bubonic Plague with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series.Bubonic plague is widely regarded as being responsible for two of the most infamous plagues in recorded history - the Black Death in the mid-fourteenth century and the Great Plague of London in 1665. The causative organism of modern-day plague was discovered independently in 1894 by two bacteriologists: the Swiss born Dr. Alexandre Yersin and Dr. Shibasaburo Kitasato from Japan. Both were conducting research in Hong Kong during the third plague pandemic then occurring in Asia. Kitasato was working with the backing of the British authorities and had access to autopsies of plague victims at Kennedy Town Hospital. Yersin had to make do with a straw hut and was bribing grave diggers to allow him to cut samples from corpses prior to burial. Yersin was the first to correctly identify the plague bacillus, initially naming it Pasteurella pestis in honor of his French patron, Louis Pasteur. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: The Bubonic Plague was responsible for the largest wide-scale infection in history when it swept throughout Europe in the 14th century and killing a third of the human population. Several deadly outbreaks would occur in the next few centuries, including the Great Plague of London in the 17th century and Asia's Third Pandemic in the 19th century. This iMinds title recounts the history and science behind the disease, and Elouise Rothwell gives a compelling performance. As the music behind her becomes unnerving, Rothwell maintains a stoic authority over the material, which only makes the subject matter even more uncomfortable. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Renaissance-Audiobook/B002V8HAV6 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Renaissance Author: Wallace K. Ferguson Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-05 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Historian Wallace K. Ferguson spends the entire first chapter just in bringing his listeners to an understanding of the changes wrought in the economic, social, and political spheres during the late Middle Ages. For it is only by going back to the period preceding the Renaissance that any of the events, with which we are familiar, will make sense. How did people respond to these chaotic social and economic changes? Why did the Church break apart under the pressure? Professor Ferguson provides the essential information we need in order to understand the dynamic Renaissance society that emerged, first in Italy, and later in Northern Europe. It was a remarkable transmutation whose legacy of brilliant works of art, architecture, literature, and scientific inquiry were to result in the mind expanding epochs that were to follow, and whose works continue to enrich the lives of millions right up to the present day. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wallace K. Ferguson) Fri, 12 Aug 2005 09:26:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Renaissance-Audiobook/B002V8HAV6 thebookvoice.com 04:34:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Renaissance Author: Wallace K. Ferguson Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-05 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Historian Wallace K. Ferguson spends the entire first chapter just in bringing his listeners to an understanding of the changes wrought in the economic, social, and political spheres during the late Middle Ages. For it is only by going back to the period preceding the Renaissance that any of the events, with which we are familiar, will make sense. How did people respond to these chaotic social and economic changes? Why did the Church break apart under the pressure? Professor Ferguson provides the essential information we need in order to understand the dynamic Renaissance society that emerged, first in Italy, and later in Northern Europe. It was a remarkable transmutation whose legacy of brilliant works of art, architecture, literature, and scientific inquiry were to result in the mind expanding epochs that were to follow, and whose works continue to enrich the lives of millions right up to the present day. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Renaissance Author: Wallace K. Ferguson Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-05 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Historian Wallace K. Ferguson spends the entire first chapter just in bringing his listeners to an understanding of the changes wrought in the economic, social, and political spheres during the late Middle Ages. For it is only by going back to the period preceding the Renaissance that any of the events, with which we are familiar, will make sense. How did people respond to these chaotic social and economic changes? Why did the Church break apart under the pressure? Professor Ferguson provides the essential information we need in order to understand the dynamic Renaissance society that emerged, first in Italy, and later in Northern Europe. It was a remarkable transmutation whose legacy of brilliant works of art, architecture, literature, and scientific inquiry were to result in the mind expanding epochs that were to follow, and whose works continue to enrich the lives of millions right up to the present day. Members Reviews: Eating cardboard is juicier than this book. It takes a special talent to record one one of history's most interesting periods and make it dull. Sorry, but I recommend anything else. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Summary-of-The-Romanovs-By-Simon-Sebag-Montefiore-Includes-Analysis-Audiobook/B01HOQSSE2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of The Romanovs: By Simon Sebag Montefiore | Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Sam Scholl Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-16 Publisher: Instaread Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Summary of The Romanovs by Simon Sebag Montefiore | Includes Analysis Preview: Simon Sebag Montefiore's The Romanovs: 1613-1918 is a chronicle of the Romanov dynasty over its 300-year reign in Russia. The book focuses on the personalities, choices, and actions of the royal family, including their sexual and romantic relationships. Montefiore provides extensive quotations from the letters and diaries of the Romanovs, many of them unpublished. By telling the story of the Romanovs, Montefiore also tells the story of Russia's rise to empire. The reign of the Romanovs began after the death in 1598 of Feodor Ivanovich, the last of the descendants of Ivan the Terrible. Numerous false heirs - called the False Dmitris - claimed the right to the throne. At the same time, Russia experienced a brutal famine, and Polish and Lithuanian forces invaded the country. The chaos of the Time of Troubles led a national assembly to choose Michael Feodorovich, nephew of a former tsarina, to be the next monarch. Michael was underage at the beginning of his reign so his father, Filaret, Patriarch of Russia, became effectively the first Romanov ruler. Please note: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and not the original book. Inside this Instaread summary of The Romanovs: biacuaduc@gmail.com (Instaread) Wed, 29 Jun 2016 05:39:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Summary-of-The-Romanovs-By-Simon-Sebag-Montefiore-Includes-Analysis-Audiobook/B01HOQSSE2 thebookvoice.com 00:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of The Romanovs: By Simon Sebag Montefiore | Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Sam Scholl Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-16 Publisher: Instaread Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Summary of The Romanovs by Simon Sebag Montefiore | Includes Analysis Preview: Simon Sebag Montefiore's The Romanovs: 1613-1918 is a chronicle of the Romanov dynasty over its 300-year reign in Russia. The book focuses on the personalities, choices, and actions of the royal family, including their sexual and romantic relationships. Montefiore provides extensive quotations from the letters and diaries of the Romanovs, many of them unpublished. By telling the story of the Romanovs, Montefiore also tells the story of Russia's rise to empire. The reign of the Romanovs began after the death in 1598 of Feodor Ivanovich, the last of the descendants of Ivan the Terrible. Numerous false heirs - called the False Dmitris - claimed the right to the throne. At the same time, Russia experienced a brutal famine, and Polish and Lithuanian forces invaded the country. The chaos of the Time of Troubles led a national assembly to choose Michael Feodorovich, nephew of a former tsarina, to be the next monarch. Michael was underage at the beginning of his reign so his father, Filaret, Patriarch of Russia, became effectively the first Romanov ruler. Please note: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and not the original book. Inside this Instaread summary of The Romanovs: Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of The Romanovs: By Simon Sebag Montefiore | Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Sam Scholl Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-16 Publisher: Instaread Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Summary of The Romanovs by Simon Sebag Montefiore | Includes Analysis Preview: Simon Sebag Montefiore's The Romanovs: 1613-1918 is a chronicle of the Romanov dynasty over its 300-year reign in Russia. The book focuses on the personalities, choices, and actions of the royal family, including their sexual and romantic relationships. Montefiore provides extensive quotations from the letters and diaries of the Romanovs, many of them unpublished. By telling the story of the Romanovs, Montefiore also tells the story of Russia's rise to empire. The reign of the Romanovs began after the death in 1598 of Feodor Ivanovich, the last of the descendants of Ivan the Terrible. Numerous false heirs - called the False Dmitris - claimed the right to the throne. At the same time, Russia experienced a brutal famine, and Polish and Lithuanian forces invaded the country. The chaos of the Time of Troubles led a national assembly to choose Michael Feodorovich, nephew of a former tsarina, to be the next monarch. Michael was underage at the beginning of his reign so his father, Filaret, Patriarch of Russia, became effectively the first Romanov ruler. Please note: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and not the original book. Inside this Instaread summary of The Romanovs: Members Reviews: Great information on the Romanovs of Russia The British monarchy is well-known in history probably because, at some point, the sun never set on the British Empire. But, most people, if they have not already heard of the Romanovs in Russia, might have already known about one of them: Alexander I from Leo Tolstoyâs âWar and Peace.â If people need to know more about the Romanovs, they should read Sebag Montefioreâs chronicle of the Russian dynasty, using this 5-star summary book for reference. The summary starts with a great recap of how this ruling family came into power, beginning with Czar Michael I and then with successors such as Catherine the Great and aforementioned Alexander I and many others. Then, it outlines and analyzes 8 key points ranging from the difficult positions of czars and czarinas, to how these rulers used personal characteristics and sexual relationships to strengthen, or inadvertently weaken, their powers, to how they had set an example for future Russian rulers who came into power after the dynasty ended. Indeed, it is intriguing that communist leaders such as Stalin, who were so critical of the old ruling class of Russia, ended up imitating the Romanov style of autocracy. Just like the communist revolutionaries overthrew and killed Nicholas II, the last of the Romanov rulers, people who were angry with the communist autocrats put an end to communism altogether. Perhaps, the warning to Vladimir Putin mentioned in this book and elsewhere is that: repeat history and continue with your authoritarian way, but at some point, expect to be overthrown just like any other dictator in the past. Russian History for Dummies Simon Sebag Montefiore's "The Romanovs: 1613-1918" is a chronicle of the Romanov dynasty over its 300-year reign in Russia. The book focuses on the personalities, choices, and actions of the royal family including their sexual and romantic relationships. Montefiore provides extensive quotations from the letters and diaries of the Romanovs, many of them unpublished. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Norman-Conquest-Audiobook/B01EUF93MQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Norman Conquest Subtitle: England After William the Conqueror Author: Hugh M. Thomas Narrator: James McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Exploring the successful Norman invasion of England in 1066, this concise and listenable book focuses especially on the often dramatic and enduring changes wrought by William the Conqueror and his followers. From the perspective of a modern social historian, Hugh M. Thomas considers the conquest's wide-ranging impact by taking a fresh look at such traditional themes as the influence of battles and great men on history and by assessing how far the shift in ruling dynasty and noble elites affected broader aspects of English history. The results, Thomas convincingly shows, are both complex and surprising. In some areas where one might expect profound influence, such as government institutions, there was little change. In other respects, such as the indirect transformation of the English language, the conquest had profound and lasting effects that transformed society as a whole. Critic Reviews: "The concision and comprehensibility that Professor Thomas achieves is a high recommendation for the book." (H-Net) "The Norman Conquest is an up-to-date summary and interpretation of the most recent scholarship on the events leading to the invasion of England in 1066 and on the conquest's long aftermath." (William C. Jordan, Princeton University) "This lively, engaging, and accessible book will be an ideal introduction for students and general readers to the consequences of the Norman Conquest upon England." (Robert C. Stacey, University of Washington) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hugh M. Thomas) Thu, 28 Apr 2016 16:22:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Norman-Conquest-Audiobook/B01EUF93MQ thebookvoice.com 06:04:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Norman Conquest Subtitle: England After William the Conqueror Author: Hugh M. Thomas Narrator: James McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Exploring the successful Norman invasion of England in 1066, this concise and listenable book focuses especially on the often dramatic and enduring changes wrought by William the Conqueror and his followers. From the perspective of a modern social historian, Hugh M. Thomas considers the conquest's wide-ranging impact by taking a fresh look at such traditional themes as the influence of battles and great men on history and by assessing how far the shift in ruling dynasty and noble elites affected broader aspects of English history. The results, Thomas convincingly shows, are both complex and surprising. In some areas where one might expect profound influence, such as government institutions, there was little change. In other respects, such as the indirect transformation of the English language, the conquest had profound and lasting effects that transformed society as a whole. Critic Reviews: "The concision and comprehensibility that Professor Thomas achieves is a high recommendation for the book." (H-Net) "The Norman Conquest is an up-to-date summary and interpretation of the most recent scholarship on the events leading to the invasion of England in 1066 and on the conquest's long aftermath." (William C. Jordan, Princeton University) "This lively, engaging, and accessible book will be an ideal introduction for students and general readers to the consequences of the Norman Conquest upon England." (Robert C. Stacey, University of Washington) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Norman Conquest Subtitle: England After William the Conqueror Author: Hugh M. Thomas Narrator: James McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Exploring the successful Norman invasion of England in 1066, this concise and listenable book focuses especially on the often dramatic and enduring changes wrought by William the Conqueror and his followers. From the perspective of a modern social historian, Hugh M. Thomas considers the conquest's wide-ranging impact by taking a fresh look at such traditional themes as the influence of battles and great men on history and by assessing how far the shift in ruling dynasty and noble elites affected broader aspects of English history. The results, Thomas convincingly shows, are both complex and surprising. In some areas where one might expect profound influence, such as government institutions, there was little change. In other respects, such as the indirect transformation of the English language, the conquest had profound and lasting effects that transformed society as a whole. Critic Reviews: "The concision and comprehensibility that Professor Thomas achieves is a high recommendation for the book." (H-Net) "The Norman Conquest is an up-to-date summary and interpretation of the most recent scholarship on the events leading to the invasion of England in 1066 and on the conquest's long aftermath." (William C. Jordan, Princeton University) "This lively, engaging, and accessible book will be an ideal introduction for students and general readers to the consequences of the Norman Conquest upon England." (Robert C. Stacey, University of Washington) Members Reviews: A good place to start studying about the Norman Conquest I tend to collect books on this subject. And Thomas' approach to examining the impacts of the Norman Conquest on English life and its subsequent character is very well done. It is a short book and very to the point. A less disciplined writer would have produced twice the verbiage and thus buried the same amount of information. I appreciate spare writing styles! The Norman Conquest: England after Wiliam the Conqueror The book was a great insight in English history, because it provided the cultural, political, economic, social and many more impacts of the Norman Invasion. ...summary and interpretation ...summary and interpretation describes it well... It may be academic and astonishingly brilliant but... dry as crackers. Lots of debate about authenticity of intepretations. Very, very dull, though it's possible there's a breakthrough here somewhere. Four Stars Arrived as needed. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolucion-rusa-Russian-Revolution-Audiobook/B01BLVV6PO Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Revolución rusa [Russian Revolution] Autor: Pedro Piedras Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 11 hrs and 30 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 02-11-16 Editor: sonolibro Calificaciones: 3 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: En el año 1917, tuvo lugar en Rusia un acontecimiento tan extraordinariamente singular que por sí solo ha robado protagonismo en los libros de historia a la más espantosa tragedia experimentada hasta entonces por el continente europeo: la Primera Guerra Mundial; una guerra que aún se hallaba en todo su apogeo. El envejecido y anacrónico régimen zarista se mostró incapaz de acometer los cambios que su sociedad exigía. Las terribles condiciones en las que se encontraban agricultores y obreros, así como la falta de libertades que denunciaban los intelectuales, alimentaron durante años la rebeldía y la voluntad del pueblo ruso de levantarse contra aquéllos que le oprimían. Ahora bien, ¿cómo pudo ocurrir que la liberación de uno de los yugos más perdurables de la historia de Europa, el zarismo, acabara convirtiéndose en una de las grandes pesadillas del siglo XX? ¿Cuál fue la secuencia de acontecimientos que explica a la vez el triunfo del pueblo y su desastre? ¿Cómo llegó Rusia a ser el centro de las miradas y las esperanzas del mundo entero para luego oscurecerse y convertirse precisamente en un monumento al totalitarismo? El fenómeno conocido como Revolución Rusa es pues un proceso complejo que encierra dentro de sí movimientos, personajes y hechos que requerirán una atención muy especial; de lo contrario, seguirá siendo muy difícil afrontar esas cuestiones que han marcado y siguen marcando de un modo decisivo nuestro mundo actual. Pedro Piedras es doctor en Geografía e Historia por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. En la actualidad compagina su labor de investigador con las de traductor y escritor. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pedro Piedras) Thu, 11 Feb 2016 20:30:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolucion-rusa-Russian-Revolution-Audiobook/B01BLVV6PO thebookvoice.com 11:30:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Revolución rusa [Russian Revolution] Autor: Pedro Piedras Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 11 hrs and 30 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 02-11-16 Editor: sonolibro Calificaciones: 3 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: En el año 1917, tuvo lugar en Rusia un acontecimiento tan extraordinariamente singular que por sí solo ha robado protagonismo en los libros de historia a la más espantosa tragedia experimentada hasta entonces por el continente europeo: la Primera Guerra Mundial; una guerra que aún se hallaba en todo su apogeo. El envejecido y anacrónico régimen zarista se mostró incapaz de acometer los cambios que su sociedad exigía. Las terribles condiciones en las que se encontraban agricultores y obreros, así como la falta de libertades que denunciaban los intelectuales, alimentaron durante años la rebeldía y la voluntad del pueblo ruso de levantarse contra aquéllos que le oprimían. Ahora bien, ¿cómo pudo ocurrir que la liberación de uno de los yugos más perdurables de la historia de Europa, el zarismo, acabara convirtiéndose en una de las grandes pesadillas del siglo XX? ¿Cuál fue la secuencia de acontecimientos que explica a la vez el triunfo del pueblo y su desastre? ¿Cómo llegó Rusia a ser el centro de las miradas y las esperanzas del mundo entero para luego oscurecerse y convertirse precisamente en un monumento al totalitarismo? El fenómeno conocido como Revolución Rusa es pues un proceso complejo que encierra dentro de sí movimientos, personajes y hechos que requerirán una atención muy especial; de lo contrario, seguirá siendo muy difícil afrontar esas cuestiones que han marcado y siguen marcando de un modo decisivo nuestro mundo actual. Pedro Piedras es doctor en Geografía e Historia por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. En la actualidad compagina su labor de investigador con las de traductor y escritor. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Revolución rusa [Russian Revolution] Autor: Pedro Piedras Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 11 hrs and 30 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 02-11-16 Editor: sonolibro Calificaciones: 3 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: En el año 1917, tuvo lugar en Rusia un acontecimiento tan extraordinariamente singular que por sí solo ha robado protagonismo en los libros de historia a la más espantosa tragedia experimentada hasta entonces por el continente europeo: la Primera Guerra Mundial; una guerra que aún se hallaba en todo su apogeo. El envejecido y anacrónico régimen zarista se mostró incapaz de acometer los cambios que su sociedad exigía. Las terribles condiciones en las que se encontraban agricultores y obreros, así como la falta de libertades que denunciaban los intelectuales, alimentaron durante años la rebeldía y la voluntad del pueblo ruso de levantarse contra aquéllos que le oprimían. Ahora bien, ¿cómo pudo ocurrir que la liberación de uno de los yugos más perdurables de la historia de Europa, el zarismo, acabara convirtiéndose en una de las grandes pesadillas del siglo XX? ¿Cuál fue la secuencia de acontecimientos que explica a la vez el triunfo del pueblo y su desastre? ¿Cómo llegó Rusia a ser el centro de las miradas y las esperanzas del mundo entero para luego oscurecerse y convertirse precisamente en un monumento al totalitarismo? El fenómeno conocido como Revolución Rusa es pues un proceso complejo que encierra dentro de sí movimientos, personajes y hechos que requerirán una atención muy especial; de lo contrario, seguirá siendo muy difícil afrontar esas cuestiones que han marcado y siguen marcando de un modo decisivo nuestro mundo actual. Pedro Piedras es doctor en Geografía e Historia por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. En la actualidad compagina su labor de investigador con las de traductor y escritor. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vikings-Wolves-of-War-Audiobook/B01CPKHETC Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vikings - Wolves of War Subtitle: Critical Issues in World and International History Author: Martin Arnold Narrator: Todd Curless Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This concise and balanced history traces the 300-year saga of the pirates and warlords who poured out of Scandinavia between the eighth and 11th centuries, terrorizing, conquering, and ultimately settling vast tracts of land throughout Europe. Undaunted by the might of the Arab caliphates and the Byzantine Empire, they founded Russia, originated the bloodline that came to rule France, and created a North Sea empire that included England. They also established settlements across the North Atlantic, notably in Iceland and Greenland, and their adventurous spirit and extraordinary seafaring skills led them to explore and briefly build colonies in North America. These were the Vikings, initially ferocious pagan warriors seeking land and booty under the banners of their gods, but eventually belligerent Christian kings commanding vast armies. Martin Arnold provides a lively and accessible account of the early medieval period that became known as the Viking Age. Arnold vividly illustrates the two faces of the Vikings: on the one hand, savage, greedy, and implacable; on the other, adventurous, innovative, and artistic. Critic Reviews: "The Vikings: Wolves of War will provide readers with an accessible and learned account of the Viking Age, distilling current scholarship on the subject into an enjoyable and stimulating narrative." (Phil Cardew) "A remarkable and up-to-date survey of the Viking Age, covering both Viking history and culture.... The book is authoritative yet written in an accessible and highly readable narrative style. " (History In Review) "The most accessible and up-to-date account currently available of the Viking phenomenon." (Thomas Shippey) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Martin Arnold) Wed, 09 Mar 2016 15:09:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Vikings-Wolves-of-War-Audiobook/B01CPKHETC thebookvoice.com 04:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vikings - Wolves of War Subtitle: Critical Issues in World and International History Author: Martin Arnold Narrator: Todd Curless Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This concise and balanced history traces the 300-year saga of the pirates and warlords who poured out of Scandinavia between the eighth and 11th centuries, terrorizing, conquering, and ultimately settling vast tracts of land throughout Europe. Undaunted by the might of the Arab caliphates and the Byzantine Empire, they founded Russia, originated the bloodline that came to rule France, and created a North Sea empire that included England. They also established settlements across the North Atlantic, notably in Iceland and Greenland, and their adventurous spirit and extraordinary seafaring skills led them to explore and briefly build colonies in North America. These were the Vikings, initially ferocious pagan warriors seeking land and booty under the banners of their gods, but eventually belligerent Christian kings commanding vast armies. Martin Arnold provides a lively and accessible account of the early medieval period that became known as the Viking Age. Arnold vividly illustrates the two faces of the Vikings: on the one hand, savage, greedy, and implacable; on the other, adventurous, innovative, and artistic. Critic Reviews: "The Vikings: Wolves of War will provide readers with an accessible and learned account of the Viking Age, distilling current scholarship on the subject into an enjoyable and stimulating narrative." (Phil Cardew) "A remarkable and up-to-date survey of the Viking Age, covering both Viking history and culture.... The book is authoritative yet written in an accessible and highly readable narrative style. " (History In Review) "The most accessible and up-to-date account currently available of the Viking phenomenon." (Thomas Shippey) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vikings - Wolves of War Subtitle: Critical Issues in World and International History Author: Martin Arnold Narrator: Todd Curless Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-16 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This concise and balanced history traces the 300-year saga of the pirates and warlords who poured out of Scandinavia between the eighth and 11th centuries, terrorizing, conquering, and ultimately settling vast tracts of land throughout Europe. Undaunted by the might of the Arab caliphates and the Byzantine Empire, they founded Russia, originated the bloodline that came to rule France, and created a North Sea empire that included England. They also established settlements across the North Atlantic, notably in Iceland and Greenland, and their adventurous spirit and extraordinary seafaring skills led them to explore and briefly build colonies in North America. These were the Vikings, initially ferocious pagan warriors seeking land and booty under the banners of their gods, but eventually belligerent Christian kings commanding vast armies. Martin Arnold provides a lively and accessible account of the early medieval period that became known as the Viking Age. Arnold vividly illustrates the two faces of the Vikings: on the one hand, savage, greedy, and implacable; on the other, adventurous, innovative, and artistic. Critic Reviews: "The Vikings: Wolves of War will provide readers with an accessible and learned account of the Viking Age, distilling current scholarship on the subject into an enjoyable and stimulating narrative." (Phil Cardew) "A remarkable and up-to-date survey of the Viking Age, covering both Viking history and culture.... The book is authoritative yet written in an accessible and highly readable narrative style. " (History In Review) "The most accessible and up-to-date account currently available of the Viking phenomenon." (Thomas Shippey) Members Reviews: A Pretty Neat Trick Denies a Five-Star Rating Martin Arnold's new book, The Vikings: Wolves of War, is a splendidly researched and written overview of the entire Viking Age and, as such, stands out as superior in many ways to most general histories of the period. I especially like his sense of organization that allows one chapter to flow into the next in a very organic way. One of the most enjoyably readable works on the subject I have ever encountered, it is still spoiled by a glaring error [...]. On page 74, Arnold states "When Edward died childless in January 1066, Godwin had little trouble persuading the council of nobles, the witan, to set the crown on the head of his soldierly son, Harold." My first thought was literally, "Pretty neat trick for a guy who'd been dead for thirteen years!" By 1066 Harold Godwinson's reputation as the Earl of Wessx and true power behind the English throne was so well established that he did not need the influence of his father (who had as many enemies as friends by the time of his demise in 1053) to obtain the witan's and, witnesses said, Edward's deathbed blessings. I understand that little errors can occasionally creep into the works of even the best historians, but this one was of such magnitude that it casts doubt over every other fact presented in the book, making the reader wonder what other errors he or she might have missed. That having been said, the Viking Age, particularly Eleventh Century England, is my area of specialization, so I can say with some authority that I still very highly recommend Arnold's book. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Black-Death-Audiobook/B0036I6XZE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Black Death Subtitle: The Pocket Essential Guide Author: Sean Martin Narrator: Peta Masters Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-09 Publisher: Matrix Digital Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sean Martin looks at the origins of the disease and traces its terrible march through Europe from the Italian cities to the far-flung corners of Scandinavia. He describes contemporary responses to the plague and makes clear how helpless was the medicine of the day in the face of it. He examines the renewed persecution of the Jews, blamed by many Christians for the spread of the disease, and highlights the bizarre attempts by such groups as the Flagellants to ward off what they saw as the wrath of God. His book is a vivid and dramatic account of one of the great catastrophes of history. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sean Martin) Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:60:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Black-Death-Audiobook/B0036I6XZE thebookvoice.com 03:30:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Black Death Subtitle: The Pocket Essential Guide Author: Sean Martin Narrator: Peta Masters Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-09 Publisher: Matrix Digital Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sean Martin looks at the origins of the disease and traces its terrible march through Europe from the Italian cities to the far-flung corners of Scandinavia. He describes contemporary responses to the plague and makes clear how helpless was the medicine of the day in the face of it. He examines the renewed persecution of the Jews, blamed by many Christians for the spread of the disease, and highlights the bizarre attempts by such groups as the Flagellants to ward off what they saw as the wrath of God. His book is a vivid and dramatic account of one of the great catastrophes of history. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Black Death Subtitle: The Pocket Essential Guide Author: Sean Martin Narrator: Peta Masters Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-19-09 Publisher: Matrix Digital Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sean Martin looks at the origins of the disease and traces its terrible march through Europe from the Italian cities to the far-flung corners of Scandinavia. He describes contemporary responses to the plague and makes clear how helpless was the medicine of the day in the face of it. He examines the renewed persecution of the Jews, blamed by many Christians for the spread of the disease, and highlights the bizarre attempts by such groups as the Flagellants to ward off what they saw as the wrath of God. His book is a vivid and dramatic account of one of the great catastrophes of history. Members Reviews: Factual overview, little analysis The book is essentially an accounting of how many people died in which countries during which years of the plague. Not much beyond that. One can not expect tremendous depth in a "pocket guide" but this still felt very light on analysis and insight. The last chapter or two are devoted to discussion of why the plague was so bad, but even this is a mere cataloging of theories rather than an analysis. Theories like "maybe it wasn't bubonic plague" and "maybe it was a space virus from a meteor!" are presented on equal footing and treated with the same credibility. It's a handy primer on the what, when and where of the plague, but you could get just about as much from Wikipedia. Concise yet detailed overview This is a well articulated overview of bubonic plague in late midieval Europe including the political and social effects it brought. It's an informative and easy listen. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Il-Settecento-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-47-54-Audiobook/B077N4CCB4 Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il Settecento (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 47-54) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 9 hrs and 59 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-11-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Nella storia della civiltà europea il Settecento rappresenta una tappa fondamentale; è un'età di profondo e generale rinnovamento in tutti i campi: politico, sociale e culturale. La prima metà del secolo è segnata da tre guerre di successione: la guerra di successione spagnola (1704-12), la guerra di successione polacca (1733-35), la guerra di successione austriaca (1740-48). La situazione europea dopo la pace di Aquisgrana del 1748 presenta profondi cambiamenti rispetto alla fine del Seicento. Anzitutto le potenze principali sono ormai l'Inghilterra e la Francia. Si delineano poi tre nuove potenze: l'Impero Asburgico, il Regno di Prussia e la Russia zarista. La Spagna è ormai una potenza di secondo piano, anche se, con i Borboni, mantiene una certa influenza sull'Italia meridionale. La situazione politica italiana resta caratterizzata dalla decadenza politica e sociale e dalla dipendenza dalle potenze straniere, e gli stati del Bel Paese diventano spesso oggetto di scambio fra le grandi potenze europee. Ma il '700 vede anche grandi cambiamenti in campo tecnico, scientifico e filosofico. Con la Rivoluzione industriale vengono introdotte innovative tecnologie (in primis la macchina a vapore di Watt); in campo economico e sociale vi è la diffusione delle attività industriali, progrediscono i commerci e si afferma la borghesia come classe sociale intraprendente e dinamica; in campo politico le monarchie assolute conoscono un inarrestabile declino, accelerato dalle Rivoluzioni Americana e Francese. Tale rinnovamento trova il suo supporto culturale nell'Illuminismo. Questo audiolibro raccoglie insieme gli otto volumi della "Storia d'Italia e d'Europa" pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 47 "Il sogno dei filosofi" fino al vol. 54 "Francia: la fine dell'Ancien Régime"; un percorso storico descritto con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intelligibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2017 il Narratore S.r.l. (P)2017 il Narratore S.r.l. biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:45:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Il-Settecento-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-47-54-Audiobook/B077N4CCB4 thebookvoice.com 09:59:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il Settecento (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 47-54) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 9 hrs and 59 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-11-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Nella storia della civiltà europea il Settecento rappresenta una tappa fondamentale; è un'età di profondo e generale rinnovamento in tutti i campi: politico, sociale e culturale. La prima metà del secolo è segnata da tre guerre di successione: la guerra di successione spagnola (1704-12), la guerra di successione polacca (1733-35), la guerra di successione austriaca (1740-48). La situazione europea dopo la pace di Aquisgrana del 1748 presenta profondi cambiamenti rispetto alla fine del Seicento. Anzitutto le potenze principali sono ormai l'Inghilterra e la Francia. Si delineano poi tre nuove potenze: l'Impero Asburgico, il Regno di Prussia e la Russia zarista. La Spagna è ormai una potenza di secondo piano, anche se, con i Borboni, mantiene una certa influenza sull'Italia meridionale. La situazione politica italiana resta caratterizzata dalla decadenza politica e sociale e dalla dipendenza dalle potenze straniere, e gli stati del Bel Paese diventano spesso oggetto di scambio fra le grandi potenze europee. Ma il '700 vede anche grandi cambiamenti in campo tecnico, scientifico e filosofico. Con la Rivoluzione industriale vengono introdotte innovative tecnologie (in primis la macchina a vapore di Watt); in campo economico e sociale vi è la diffusione delle attività industriali, progrediscono i commerci e si afferma la borghesia come classe sociale intraprendente e dinamica; in campo politico le monarchie assolute conoscono un inarrestabile declino, accelerato dalle Rivoluzioni Americana e Francese. Tale rinnovamento trova il suo supporto culturale nell'Illuminismo. Questo audiolibro raccoglie insieme gli otto volumi della "Storia d'Italia e d'Europa" pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 47 "Il sogno dei filosofi" fino al vol. 54 "Francia: la fine dell'Ancien Régime"; un percorso storico descritto con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intelligibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2017 il Narratore S.r.l. (P)2017 il Narratore S.r.l. Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il Settecento (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 47-54) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 9 hrs and 59 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-11-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Nella storia della civiltà europea il Settecento rappresenta una tappa fondamentale; è un'età di profondo e generale rinnovamento in tutti i campi: politico, sociale e culturale. La prima metà del secolo è segnata da tre guerre di successione: la guerra di successione spagnola (1704-12), la guerra di successione polacca (1733-35), la guerra di successione austriaca (1740-48). La situazione europea dopo la pace di Aquisgrana del 1748 presenta profondi cambiamenti rispetto alla fine del Seicento. Anzitutto le potenze principali sono ormai l'Inghilterra e la Francia. Si delineano poi tre nuove potenze: l'Impero Asburgico, il Regno di Prussia e la Russia zarista. La Spagna è ormai una potenza di secondo piano, anche se, con i Borboni, mantiene una certa influenza sull'Italia meridionale. La situazione politica italiana resta caratterizzata dalla decadenza politica e sociale e dalla dipendenza dalle potenze straniere, e gli stati del Bel Paese diventano spesso oggetto di scambio fra le grandi potenze europee. Ma il '700 vede anche grandi cambiamenti in campo tecnico, scientifico e filosofico. Con la Rivoluzione industriale vengono introdotte innovative tecnologie (in primis la macchina a vapore di Watt); in campo economico e sociale vi è la diffusione delle attività industriali, progrediscono i commerci e si afferma la borghesia come classe sociale intraprendente e dinamica; in campo politico le monarchie assolute conoscono un inarrestabile declino, accelerato dalle Rivoluzioni Americana e Francese. Tale rinnovamento trova il suo supporto culturale nell'Illuminismo. Questo audiolibro raccoglie insieme gli otto volumi della "Storia d'Italia e d'Europa" pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 47 "Il sogno dei filosofi" fino al vol. 54 "Francia: la fine dell'Ancien Régime"; un percorso storico descritto con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intelligibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2017 il Narratore S.r.l. (P)2017 il Narratore S.r.l. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Limpero-della-Svezia-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-44-Audiobook/B06W52ZT31 Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'impero della Svezia (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 44) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 2 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Nella storiografia moderna il secolo XVII nell'Europa del Nord è conosciuto come il periodo dell'impero svedese sebbene formalmente la Svezia non sia mai stata un vero e proprio 'impero' in senso terminologico, ma sia rimasta sempre un 'regno'. L'audiolibro racconta la storia di questa nazione a partire dalla dinastia dei Vasa fino alle soglie dell'assolutismo regio della fine del secolo, centrando l'attenzione soprattutto sul regnante che più di tutti ha caratterizzato la storia dello stato scandinavo: Gustavo II Adolfo. Ma non mancano riferimenti ad un'altra figura storica, Cristina di Svezia che tanto fece parlare di sè per le sue 'stravaganze' religiose e artistiche. Così pure si descrivono le condizioni sociali ed economiche degli abitanti della penisola scandinava. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Ingvar Anderson, Wikipedia, Luigi Gerli. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Tue, 14 Feb 2017 06:39:23 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Limpero-della-Svezia-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-44-Audiobook/B06W52ZT31 thebookvoice.com 01:02:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'impero della Svezia (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 44) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 2 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Nella storiografia moderna il secolo XVII nell'Europa del Nord è conosciuto come il periodo dell'impero svedese sebbene formalmente la Svezia non sia mai stata un vero e proprio 'impero' in senso terminologico, ma sia rimasta sempre un 'regno'. L'audiolibro racconta la storia di questa nazione a partire dalla dinastia dei Vasa fino alle soglie dell'assolutismo regio della fine del secolo, centrando l'attenzione soprattutto sul regnante che più di tutti ha caratterizzato la storia dello stato scandinavo: Gustavo II Adolfo. Ma non mancano riferimenti ad un'altra figura storica, Cristina di Svezia che tanto fece parlare di sè per le sue 'stravaganze' religiose e artistiche. Così pure si descrivono le condizioni sociali ed economiche degli abitanti della penisola scandinava. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Ingvar Anderson, Wikipedia, Luigi Gerli. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'impero della Svezia (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 44) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 2 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Nella storiografia moderna il secolo XVII nell'Europa del Nord è conosciuto come il periodo dell'impero svedese sebbene formalmente la Svezia non sia mai stata un vero e proprio 'impero' in senso terminologico, ma sia rimasta sempre un 'regno'. L'audiolibro racconta la storia di questa nazione a partire dalla dinastia dei Vasa fino alle soglie dell'assolutismo regio della fine del secolo, centrando l'attenzione soprattutto sul regnante che più di tutti ha caratterizzato la storia dello stato scandinavo: Gustavo II Adolfo. Ma non mancano riferimenti ad un'altra figura storica, Cristina di Svezia che tanto fece parlare di sè per le sue 'stravaganze' religiose e artistiche. Così pure si descrivono le condizioni sociali ed economiche degli abitanti della penisola scandinava. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Ingvar Anderson, Wikipedia, Luigi Gerli. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-scoperta-di-nuove-terre-Storia-dItalia-35-Audiobook/B01FIB0HCQ Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La scoperta di nuove terre (Storia d'Italia 35) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 51 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La caduta di Costantinopoli nel 1453, determinò il passaggio ai Turchi del controllo delle preziose merci che giungevano in Europa dall'Asia. Nacque così in tutto il continente l'esigenza di trovare vie alternative per giungere in India e in Cina. Le nuove innovazioni e i fondamentali progressi nella navigazione e nella cartografia permisero le grandi esplorazioni compiute nel Quattrocento e Cinquecento da spagnoli e portoghesi, ma l'impresa più celebre e significativa è senza dubbio quella compiuta da Cristoforo Colombo che il 12 ottobre 1492 raggiunse il continente americano, segnando una vera e propria svolta nella storia universale, tanto da costituire per molti storici l'inizio dell'età moderna. Le imprese dei conquistadores consentirono successivamente di affacciarsi per la prima volta all'Oceano Pacifico. Iniziò così una corsa ad impossessarsi delle nuove terre americane, africane e asiatiche, ricche di minerali preziosi, di aree fertilissime utili per l'agricoltura, e di... schiavi. Gli spagnoli e i portoghesi si concentrarono nell'area meridionale dell'America, mentre francesi, inglesi e olandesi si contesero il Nordamerica. Nel 1520 Magellano, al servizio dei reali di Spagna, oltrepassò la Terra del Fuoco ed esplorò l'Oceano Pacifico, che proprio lui ribattezzò così. Queste ed altre esplorazioni e colonizzazioni del '500 influenzarono profondamente non solo il mondo economico europeo, ma anche quello politico, giuridico, sociale e religioso. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Gianni Granzotto, Arthur Helps, Gian Luigi Barni. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Fri, 13 May 2016 23:28:14 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-scoperta-di-nuove-terre-Storia-dItalia-35-Audiobook/B01FIB0HCQ thebookvoice.com 00:51:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La scoperta di nuove terre (Storia d'Italia 35) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 51 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La caduta di Costantinopoli nel 1453, determinò il passaggio ai Turchi del controllo delle preziose merci che giungevano in Europa dall'Asia. Nacque così in tutto il continente l'esigenza di trovare vie alternative per giungere in India e in Cina. Le nuove innovazioni e i fondamentali progressi nella navigazione e nella cartografia permisero le grandi esplorazioni compiute nel Quattrocento e Cinquecento da spagnoli e portoghesi, ma l'impresa più celebre e significativa è senza dubbio quella compiuta da Cristoforo Colombo che il 12 ottobre 1492 raggiunse il continente americano, segnando una vera e propria svolta nella storia universale, tanto da costituire per molti storici l'inizio dell'età moderna. Le imprese dei conquistadores consentirono successivamente di affacciarsi per la prima volta all'Oceano Pacifico. Iniziò così una corsa ad impossessarsi delle nuove terre americane, africane e asiatiche, ricche di minerali preziosi, di aree fertilissime utili per l'agricoltura, e di... schiavi. Gli spagnoli e i portoghesi si concentrarono nell'area meridionale dell'America, mentre francesi, inglesi e olandesi si contesero il Nordamerica. Nel 1520 Magellano, al servizio dei reali di Spagna, oltrepassò la Terra del Fuoco ed esplorò l'Oceano Pacifico, che proprio lui ribattezzò così. Queste ed altre esplorazioni e colonizzazioni del '500 influenzarono profondamente non solo il mondo economico europeo, ma anche quello politico, giuridico, sociale e religioso. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Gianni Granzotto, Arthur Helps, Gian Luigi Barni. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La scoperta di nuove terre (Storia d'Italia 35) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 51 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La caduta di Costantinopoli nel 1453, determinò il passaggio ai Turchi del controllo delle preziose merci che giungevano in Europa dall'Asia. Nacque così in tutto il continente l'esigenza di trovare vie alternative per giungere in India e in Cina. Le nuove innovazioni e i fondamentali progressi nella navigazione e nella cartografia permisero le grandi esplorazioni compiute nel Quattrocento e Cinquecento da spagnoli e portoghesi, ma l'impresa più celebre e significativa è senza dubbio quella compiuta da Cristoforo Colombo che il 12 ottobre 1492 raggiunse il continente americano, segnando una vera e propria svolta nella storia universale, tanto da costituire per molti storici l'inizio dell'età moderna. Le imprese dei conquistadores consentirono successivamente di affacciarsi per la prima volta all'Oceano Pacifico. Iniziò così una corsa ad impossessarsi delle nuove terre americane, africane e asiatiche, ricche di minerali preziosi, di aree fertilissime utili per l'agricoltura, e di... schiavi. Gli spagnoli e i portoghesi si concentrarono nell'area meridionale dell'America, mentre francesi, inglesi e olandesi si contesero il Nordamerica. Nel 1520 Magellano, al servizio dei reali di Spagna, oltrepassò la Terra del Fuoco ed esplorò l'Oceano Pacifico, che proprio lui ribattezzò così. Queste ed altre esplorazioni e colonizzazioni del '500 influenzarono profondamente non solo il mondo economico europeo, ma anche quello politico, giuridico, sociale e religioso. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Gianni Granzotto, Arthur Helps, Gian Luigi Barni. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Scienza-e-Tecnica-nel-Rinascimento-Storia-dItalia-34-Audiobook/B01FI4F4FS Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Scienza e Tecnica nel Rinascimento (Storia d'Italia 34) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 58 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il nuovo approccio rinascimentale verso il mondo vide il declino dell'auctoritas e della conoscenza speculativa che aveva come fine la contemplazione della verità, legata indissolubilmente a Dio. A questo concetto si affiancò quello della conoscenza funzionale, che ha validità in quanto utilizzabile in possibili sbocchi pratici: scienza e tecnologia diventano quindi un'unica disciplina, che cerca la conoscenza della natura per modificarla secondo le proprie esigenze. Nascono le prime grandi invenzioni tecniche (la stampa, nuovi strumenti per la navigazione, le armi da fuoco, e così via) e i nuovi modi di concepire il mondo attraverso le opere dei grandi scienziati e filosofi rinascimentali (Leonardo, Copernico, Galilei, e molti altri). L'audiolibro getta uno sguardo all'evoluzione di scienza e tecnica in questa importante epoca storica mettendola in relazione con il contesto politico e sociale del '400 e del '500. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Richard Westfall, Gian Luigi Barni. La lettura è di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Fri, 13 May 2016 13:48:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Scienza-e-Tecnica-nel-Rinascimento-Storia-dItalia-34-Audiobook/B01FI4F4FS thebookvoice.com 00:58:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Scienza e Tecnica nel Rinascimento (Storia d'Italia 34) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 58 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il nuovo approccio rinascimentale verso il mondo vide il declino dell'auctoritas e della conoscenza speculativa che aveva come fine la contemplazione della verità, legata indissolubilmente a Dio. A questo concetto si affiancò quello della conoscenza funzionale, che ha validità in quanto utilizzabile in possibili sbocchi pratici: scienza e tecnologia diventano quindi un'unica disciplina, che cerca la conoscenza della natura per modificarla secondo le proprie esigenze. Nascono le prime grandi invenzioni tecniche (la stampa, nuovi strumenti per la navigazione, le armi da fuoco, e così via) e i nuovi modi di concepire il mondo attraverso le opere dei grandi scienziati e filosofi rinascimentali (Leonardo, Copernico, Galilei, e molti altri). L'audiolibro getta uno sguardo all'evoluzione di scienza e tecnica in questa importante epoca storica mettendola in relazione con il contesto politico e sociale del '400 e del '500. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Richard Westfall, Gian Luigi Barni. La lettura è di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Scienza e Tecnica nel Rinascimento (Storia d'Italia 34) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 58 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il nuovo approccio rinascimentale verso il mondo vide il declino dell'auctoritas e della conoscenza speculativa che aveva come fine la contemplazione della verità, legata indissolubilmente a Dio. A questo concetto si affiancò quello della conoscenza funzionale, che ha validità in quanto utilizzabile in possibili sbocchi pratici: scienza e tecnologia diventano quindi un'unica disciplina, che cerca la conoscenza della natura per modificarla secondo le proprie esigenze. Nascono le prime grandi invenzioni tecniche (la stampa, nuovi strumenti per la navigazione, le armi da fuoco, e così via) e i nuovi modi di concepire il mondo attraverso le opere dei grandi scienziati e filosofi rinascimentali (Leonardo, Copernico, Galilei, e molti altri). L'audiolibro getta uno sguardo all'evoluzione di scienza e tecnica in questa importante epoca storica mettendola in relazione con il contesto politico e sociale del '400 e del '500. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Richard Westfall, Gian Luigi Barni. La lettura è di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Trains-Now-Departed-Audiobook/B00WIW7AWE Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Trains Now Departed Author: Michael Williams Narrator: Michael Tudor Barnes Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sometimes you come across a lofty railway viaduct marooned in the middle of a remote country landscape. Or a crumbling platform from some once-bustling junction buried under the buddleia. If you are lucky you might be able to follow some rusting tracks or explore an old tunnel leading to...well, who knows where? Listen hard. Is that the wind in the undergrowth? Or the spectre of a train from a golden era of the past panting up the embankment? These are the ghosts of The Trains Now Departed. They are the railway lines, and services that ran on them that have disappeared and gone forever. Our lost legacy includes lines prematurely axed, often with gripping and colourful tales of their own, as well as marvels of locomotive engineering sent to the scrapyard and grand termini felled by the wrecker's ball. Then there are the lost delights of train travel, such as haute cuisine in the dining car, the grand expresses with their evocative names, and continental boat trains to romantic, far-off places. The Trains Now Departed tells the stories of some of the most fascinating lost trains of Britain, vividly evoking the glories of a bygone age. In his personal odyssey around Britain, Michael Williams tells the tales of the pioneers who built the tracks and the yarns of the men and women who operated them and the colourful trains that ran on them. It is a journey into the soul of our railways, summoning up a magic which, although mired in time, is fortunately not lost for ever. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Williams) Thu, 07 May 2015 00:55:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Trains-Now-Departed-Audiobook/B00WIW7AWE thebookvoice.com 10:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Trains Now Departed Author: Michael Williams Narrator: Michael Tudor Barnes Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sometimes you come across a lofty railway viaduct marooned in the middle of a remote country landscape. Or a crumbling platform from some once-bustling junction buried under the buddleia. If you are lucky you might be able to follow some rusting tracks or explore an old tunnel leading to...well, who knows where? Listen hard. Is that the wind in the undergrowth? Or the spectre of a train from a golden era of the past panting up the embankment? These are the ghosts of The Trains Now Departed. They are the railway lines, and services that ran on them that have disappeared and gone forever. Our lost legacy includes lines prematurely axed, often with gripping and colourful tales of their own, as well as marvels of locomotive engineering sent to the scrapyard and grand termini felled by the wrecker's ball. Then there are the lost delights of train travel, such as haute cuisine in the dining car, the grand expresses with their evocative names, and continental boat trains to romantic, far-off places. The Trains Now Departed tells the stories of some of the most fascinating lost trains of Britain, vividly evoking the glories of a bygone age. In his personal odyssey around Britain, Michael Williams tells the tales of the pioneers who built the tracks and the yarns of the men and women who operated them and the colourful trains that ran on them. It is a journey into the soul of our railways, summoning up a magic which, although mired in time, is fortunately not lost for ever. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Trains Now Departed Author: Michael Williams Narrator: Michael Tudor Barnes Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-15 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Sometimes you come across a lofty railway viaduct marooned in the middle of a remote country landscape. Or a crumbling platform from some once-bustling junction buried under the buddleia. If you are lucky you might be able to follow some rusting tracks or explore an old tunnel leading to...well, who knows where? Listen hard. Is that the wind in the undergrowth? Or the spectre of a train from a golden era of the past panting up the embankment? These are the ghosts of The Trains Now Departed. They are the railway lines, and services that ran on them that have disappeared and gone forever. Our lost legacy includes lines prematurely axed, often with gripping and colourful tales of their own, as well as marvels of locomotive engineering sent to the scrapyard and grand termini felled by the wrecker's ball. Then there are the lost delights of train travel, such as haute cuisine in the dining car, the grand expresses with their evocative names, and continental boat trains to romantic, far-off places. The Trains Now Departed tells the stories of some of the most fascinating lost trains of Britain, vividly evoking the glories of a bygone age. In his personal odyssey around Britain, Michael Williams tells the tales of the pioneers who built the tracks and the yarns of the men and women who operated them and the colourful trains that ran on them. It is a journey into the soul of our railways, summoning up a magic which, although mired in time, is fortunately not lost for ever. Members Reviews: Mostly for steam nuts. I enjoyed this book. Having been an excited passenger on steam hauled trains in my childhood and early adolescence I have an unnatural appetite for stories and details of steam engines and railways. The popularity of Rev Awdry's Thomas the tank engine tales and preserved steam lines shows that I am not alone in this. However those who are less enthusiastic might find the book tedious or even dull. The author does like his wry little jokey observations too, and while I found them tolerable, others might be irritated. Sympathy for Beeching If you could sum up The Trains Now Departed in three words, what would they be? Excellent Informative Outstanding What was one of the most memorable moments of The Trains Now Departed? The incredible history of "the night sleeper" a pre-channel tunnel intercontinental service from London to Paris. The train literally boarded a ferry whilst the passengers slept. What does Michael Tudor Barnes bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? His voice is evocative of a vanished past, his diction and timbre matched that of the text. A narration on trains that closely rivals the late Sir John Betjeman. If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? What we have lost Any additional comments? This book enthralled me completely. I'm not really a railway enthusiast but am very interested in social history. What made this book particularly interesting were the balanced arguments. Not a misty eyed, age of steam nostalgic style. Michael Williams takes an historians realistic approach to branch line closures, pointing out the lines where the railway staff were surprised to see a single passenger in a week! I had always considered Dr Richard Beeching to be the devil incarnate for the butchery of our branch lines, but having listened to this book must concede that in many areas he was indeed correct. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Waterloo-Audiobook/B00NB5EZE8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterloo Author: Tim Clayton Narrator: Phillip Franks Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The bloodbath at Waterloo ended a war that had engulfed the world for over 20 years. It also finished the career of the charismatic Napoleon Bonaparte. It ensured the final liberation of Germany and the restoration of the old European monarchies, and it represented one of very few defeats for the glorious French army, most of whose soldiers remained devoted to their Emperor until the very end. Extraordinary though it may seem, much about the Battle of Waterloo has remained uncertain, with many major features of the campaign hotly debated. Most histories have depended heavily on the evidence of British officers that were gathered about 20 years after the battle. But the recent publication of an abundance of fresh firsthand accounts from soldiers of all the participating armies has illuminated important episodes and enabled radical reappraisal of the course of the campaign. What emerges is a darker, muddier story, no longer biased by notions of regimental honour, but a tapestry of irony, accident, courage, horror, and human frailty. An epic pause resister, rich in dramatic human detail and grounded in first-class scholarly research, Waterloo is the real inside story of the greatest land battle in British history, the defining showdown of the age of muskets, bayonets, cavalry, and cannon. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tim Clayton) Tue, 09 Sep 2014 11:59:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Waterloo-Audiobook/B00NB5EZE8 thebookvoice.com 19:40:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterloo Author: Tim Clayton Narrator: Phillip Franks Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The bloodbath at Waterloo ended a war that had engulfed the world for over 20 years. It also finished the career of the charismatic Napoleon Bonaparte. It ensured the final liberation of Germany and the restoration of the old European monarchies, and it represented one of very few defeats for the glorious French army, most of whose soldiers remained devoted to their Emperor until the very end. Extraordinary though it may seem, much about the Battle of Waterloo has remained uncertain, with many major features of the campaign hotly debated. Most histories have depended heavily on the evidence of British officers that were gathered about 20 years after the battle. But the recent publication of an abundance of fresh firsthand accounts from soldiers of all the participating armies has illuminated important episodes and enabled radical reappraisal of the course of the campaign. What emerges is a darker, muddier story, no longer biased by notions of regimental honour, but a tapestry of irony, accident, courage, horror, and human frailty. An epic pause resister, rich in dramatic human detail and grounded in first-class scholarly research, Waterloo is the real inside story of the greatest land battle in British history, the defining showdown of the age of muskets, bayonets, cavalry, and cannon. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterloo Author: Tim Clayton Narrator: Phillip Franks Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-09-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The bloodbath at Waterloo ended a war that had engulfed the world for over 20 years. It also finished the career of the charismatic Napoleon Bonaparte. It ensured the final liberation of Germany and the restoration of the old European monarchies, and it represented one of very few defeats for the glorious French army, most of whose soldiers remained devoted to their Emperor until the very end. Extraordinary though it may seem, much about the Battle of Waterloo has remained uncertain, with many major features of the campaign hotly debated. Most histories have depended heavily on the evidence of British officers that were gathered about 20 years after the battle. But the recent publication of an abundance of fresh firsthand accounts from soldiers of all the participating armies has illuminated important episodes and enabled radical reappraisal of the course of the campaign. What emerges is a darker, muddier story, no longer biased by notions of regimental honour, but a tapestry of irony, accident, courage, horror, and human frailty. An epic pause resister, rich in dramatic human detail and grounded in first-class scholarly research, Waterloo is the real inside story of the greatest land battle in British history, the defining showdown of the age of muskets, bayonets, cavalry, and cannon. Members Reviews: Maps & diagrams needed to get the real effect What did you like best about Waterloo? What did you like least? This book is a detailed and well researched history of the battle of Waterloo. It gives good pen pictures of the various combatants covering the average soldiers as well as the generals, the Duke and the Emperor. However I found it very difficult to follow the sweeps across the battlefield and the way the different parts of the battle linked together without some maps or diagrams. The descriptions of the fighting and the reasoning behind the various actions was well thought out even if at times it seemed to be about what Napoleon should have done to win. The narrative around individual parts of the battle was compelling and managed to make me feel involved in the action without resorting to colourful or histrionic language. This is a sure sign of something well written. This seems particularly moving when describing the way the infantry formed squares against cavalry to find themselves easy targets for artillery. Some of the descriptions were quite harrowing for their matter of factness as much as anything. Overall I enjoyed the book and feel I know a lot more about the events two hundred years ago. I just wish I could have placed the distances between Hougomont and main front line or the distance covered by Bülow. What did you like best about this story? The book draw the writing and memoirs of ordinary soldiers as well as the official histories. This adds a lot of social context to the story and puts the struggle into a world context. Have you listened to any of Phillip Frankss other performances? How does this one compare? Not listened to any others as far as I know Do you think Waterloo needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? Initially, I could not think of anything else to be said about the battle and I think other competing versions rather than a follow up would be interesting to hear. However, the final part of the book talks about the society that the victors came back to and the way they were treated. In this there were echoes of the end of the first and second world wars and the disillusionment of the returning army. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Renvyle-Revisited-an-Irish-Odyssey-Audiobook/B00J2ICQ2G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey Author: Chris Stanton Narrator: Chris Stanton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-14 Publisher: Christopher P Stanton Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Your narrator for the adventure is me an American, the sort of fellow the Irish might refer to as a boyo. The times recounted are before Ireland joined the European Union, when it was the old sod. If youve ever wondered what it would be like to visit relatives in Ireland, my stories will be warm and enlightening. There is something magical about visiting where, but for a generation or two, youd be living and laughing everyday with cousins. Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey is a bit of a mystery. I had told my American first cousins on my mothers Kilkenny side a story about their father and I promised to tell another about his adventure a generation earlier in Ireland with my fathers Connemara side of the family. The thing of it is, I didnt know exactly what I was promising. I had not reasoned out what it meant. The payoff is that you will learn more Irish history by accident than most will learn on purpose. It took me more than nine hours and forty-five minutes of talking to get to the bottom of it or at least my version. The mystery regarded a grudge with non-family that was renewed with my visit 17 years later. How Irish is that? To make sense of the revisited story one needs to know about the Irish Civil War, and hardly anyone of Irish descent a generation or two American has a clue about it. My grandfathers generation lived The Irish War for Independence. They fought the Irish Civil War vicariously. They witnessed Èamon de Valera, titular President of Ireland, fundraising for The Independence War. Generally, Americans who knew Èamon did not hold him in high regard. Dev was judged a duplicitous fellow, accepted in the name of unity when facing greater evil, England. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chris Stanton) Wed, 19 Mar 2014 08:43:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Renvyle-Revisited-an-Irish-Odyssey-Audiobook/B00J2ICQ2G thebookvoice.com 09:41:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey Author: Chris Stanton Narrator: Chris Stanton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-14 Publisher: Christopher P Stanton Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Your narrator for the adventure is me an American, the sort of fellow the Irish might refer to as a boyo. The times recounted are before Ireland joined the European Union, when it was the old sod. If youve ever wondered what it would be like to visit relatives in Ireland, my stories will be warm and enlightening. There is something magical about visiting where, but for a generation or two, youd be living and laughing everyday with cousins. Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey is a bit of a mystery. I had told my American first cousins on my mothers Kilkenny side a story about their father and I promised to tell another about his adventure a generation earlier in Ireland with my fathers Connemara side of the family. The thing of it is, I didnt know exactly what I was promising. I had not reasoned out what it meant. The payoff is that you will learn more Irish history by accident than most will learn on purpose. It took me more than nine hours and forty-five minutes of talking to get to the bottom of it or at least my version. The mystery regarded a grudge with non-family that was renewed with my visit 17 years later. How Irish is that? To make sense of the revisited story one needs to know about the Irish Civil War, and hardly anyone of Irish descent a generation or two American has a clue about it. My grandfathers generation lived The Irish War for Independence. They fought the Irish Civil War vicariously. They witnessed Èamon de Valera, titular President of Ireland, fundraising for The Independence War. Generally, Americans who knew Èamon did not hold him in high regard. Dev was judged a duplicitous fellow, accepted in the name of unity when facing greater evil, England. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey Author: Chris Stanton Narrator: Chris Stanton Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-14 Publisher: Christopher P Stanton Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Your narrator for the adventure is me an American, the sort of fellow the Irish might refer to as a boyo. The times recounted are before Ireland joined the European Union, when it was the old sod. If youve ever wondered what it would be like to visit relatives in Ireland, my stories will be warm and enlightening. There is something magical about visiting where, but for a generation or two, youd be living and laughing everyday with cousins. Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey is a bit of a mystery. I had told my American first cousins on my mothers Kilkenny side a story about their father and I promised to tell another about his adventure a generation earlier in Ireland with my fathers Connemara side of the family. The thing of it is, I didnt know exactly what I was promising. I had not reasoned out what it meant. The payoff is that you will learn more Irish history by accident than most will learn on purpose. It took me more than nine hours and forty-five minutes of talking to get to the bottom of it or at least my version. The mystery regarded a grudge with non-family that was renewed with my visit 17 years later. How Irish is that? To make sense of the revisited story one needs to know about the Irish Civil War, and hardly anyone of Irish descent a generation or two American has a clue about it. My grandfathers generation lived The Irish War for Independence. They fought the Irish Civil War vicariously. They witnessed Èamon de Valera, titular President of Ireland, fundraising for The Independence War. Generally, Americans who knew Èamon did not hold him in high regard. Dev was judged a duplicitous fellow, accepted in the name of unity when facing greater evil, England. Members Reviews: Irish American wanderings Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I whole-heartedly recommend this audiobook, especially to those of Irish heritage. The author has a pleasing voice for his wandering tales of Ireland and Irish Americans. What is the book about? It turns out, a lot of things he fits together with humor. Much of the charm of the stories are that they are about people he meets, not about himself how very Irish. I tried to figure out his political point of view and he doesnt fit an ideology. He is making an argument about the inherently wonderful (smart smirk) nature of the Irish up against abusers of trust and good will. Be it Eamon de Valera conspiring against the Irish in the name of the Irish, organized crime in boxing or Army generals disregard for the dignity of their men. For a good time, sit down with this lad. He will make you laugh. What other book might you compare Renvyle Revisited an Irish Odyssey to and why? I thought of Garrison Keillor, listening to his tales. Which scene was your favorite? I loved the story about "the ancients," how each winter this elderly couple would paint portraits of each other until their cottage was full of them. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? The stories made me laugh. Even though he is American, he is so Irish in the way he is good company. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Anne-Boleyn-Audiobook/B00HWEUEA8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anne Boleyn Subtitle: The Young Queen To Be Author: Josephine Wilkinson Narrator: Debra Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-14 Publisher: Amberley Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Anne Boleyn is perhaps the most engaging of Henry VIIIs Queens. For her he would divorce his wife of some 20 years standing, he would take on the might of the Roman Church and the Holy Roman Empire; he would even alienate his own people in order to win her favour and, eventually, her hand. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josephine Wilkinson) Mon, 20 Jan 2014 23:44:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Anne-Boleyn-Audiobook/B00HWEUEA8 thebookvoice.com 04:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anne Boleyn Subtitle: The Young Queen To Be Author: Josephine Wilkinson Narrator: Debra Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-14 Publisher: Amberley Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Anne Boleyn is perhaps the most engaging of Henry VIIIs Queens. For her he would divorce his wife of some 20 years standing, he would take on the might of the Roman Church and the Holy Roman Empire; he would even alienate his own people in order to win her favour and, eventually, her hand. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anne Boleyn Subtitle: The Young Queen To Be Author: Josephine Wilkinson Narrator: Debra Burton Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 01-20-14 Publisher: Amberley Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Anne Boleyn is perhaps the most engaging of Henry VIIIs Queens. For her he would divorce his wife of some 20 years standing, he would take on the might of the Roman Church and the Holy Roman Empire; he would even alienate his own people in order to win her favour and, eventually, her hand. Members Reviews: Different take on Anne, but It was too short, I thought. It seemed quite rushed to me. I think that I would have liked more detail as there was much in it that was just like this author's work on Mary Boleyn. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Ice-Road-Audiobook/B00DIAWB1A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ice Road Subtitle: An Epic Journey from the Stalinist Labor Camps to Freedom Author: Stefan Waydenfeld Narrator: Ken Kliban Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In a forgotten chapter of history, 1.5 million Polish civilians - arbitrarily arrested by Stalin as enemies of the people following the Soviet invasion of Poland in September 1939 - were deported to slave-labor camps throughout the most inhospitable forests and steppes of the Soviet Union. The Ice Road is the gripping story of young Stefan Waydenfeld and his family, deported by cattle car in 1940 to the frozen wastes of the Russian arctic north. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stefan Waydenfeld) Tue, 25 Jun 2013 22:04:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Ice-Road-Audiobook/B00DIAWB1A thebookvoice.com 17:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ice Road Subtitle: An Epic Journey from the Stalinist Labor Camps to Freedom Author: Stefan Waydenfeld Narrator: Ken Kliban Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In a forgotten chapter of history, 1.5 million Polish civilians - arbitrarily arrested by Stalin as enemies of the people following the Soviet invasion of Poland in September 1939 - were deported to slave-labor camps throughout the most inhospitable forests and steppes of the Soviet Union. The Ice Road is the gripping story of young Stefan Waydenfeld and his family, deported by cattle car in 1940 to the frozen wastes of the Russian arctic north. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ice Road Subtitle: An Epic Journey from the Stalinist Labor Camps to Freedom Author: Stefan Waydenfeld Narrator: Ken Kliban Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 06-25-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In a forgotten chapter of history, 1.5 million Polish civilians - arbitrarily arrested by Stalin as enemies of the people following the Soviet invasion of Poland in September 1939 - were deported to slave-labor camps throughout the most inhospitable forests and steppes of the Soviet Union. The Ice Road is the gripping story of young Stefan Waydenfeld and his family, deported by cattle car in 1940 to the frozen wastes of the Russian arctic north. Members Reviews: A compelling slog to the finish A child with a tough row to hoe. This story is impressive in it detail. The pace could be slow for some but the story is nothing if not harrowing. Read this amazing book in print; Skip the audio Is there anything you would change about this book? I loved this book the author's introspection about his childhood and experiences in the labor camps. I would change the narrator... Ken Kliban is not a great choice, and I can't put my finger on why. What do you think the narrator could have done better? He paused in funny places, especially when switching from English narration to Russian or Polish terminology. I picked up this book and put it down several times, hoping I could get through it, but I can't get past the narration. Any additional comments? Read this amazing chronicle in print; skip the audio. The Ice Road - What a Journey The Ice Road - What a Journey not only for the author but for the listener as well. How Stefan and his family came through such a journey is miraculous. I liked narration to me he sounded like a scare 14 - 16 years old boy. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Dickens-History-in-an-Hour-Audiobook/B00CFO6IA0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dickens: History in an Hour Author: Kaye Jones Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-13 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Charles Dickens remains -n200 years after his birth - arguably Britains most successful writer. Works such as Great Expectations and Oliver Twist have amused and inspired readers in all languages since their original publication in the nineteenth century, and have been adapted countless times for the stage and screen. Dickens: History in an Hour covers all the major facts and events surrounding Dickenss life; the poverty of his childhood, his experience in Warrens Blacking Factory, the evolution of his novels, his tours around America and Europe and his sometimes scandalous private life. Dickens: History in an Hour tells you everything you need to know about Charles Dickens in just one hour. Know your stuff: read about Dickens in just one hour. Critic Reviews: If the past is a foreign country, History in an Hour is like a high-class tour operator, offering delightfully enjoyable short breaks in the rich and diverse continent of our shared past (Dominic Sandbrook) The practice of History is ever-evolving, and the History In An Hour idea brings it back up to date for the digital age (Andrew Roberts, Bookseller) This is genius (MacWorld.com) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kaye Jones) Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:08:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Dickens-History-in-an-Hour-Audiobook/B00CFO6IA0 thebookvoice.com 01:23:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dickens: History in an Hour Author: Kaye Jones Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-13 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Charles Dickens remains -n200 years after his birth - arguably Britains most successful writer. Works such as Great Expectations and Oliver Twist have amused and inspired readers in all languages since their original publication in the nineteenth century, and have been adapted countless times for the stage and screen. Dickens: History in an Hour covers all the major facts and events surrounding Dickenss life; the poverty of his childhood, his experience in Warrens Blacking Factory, the evolution of his novels, his tours around America and Europe and his sometimes scandalous private life. Dickens: History in an Hour tells you everything you need to know about Charles Dickens in just one hour. Know your stuff: read about Dickens in just one hour. Critic Reviews: If the past is a foreign country, History in an Hour is like a high-class tour operator, offering delightfully enjoyable short breaks in the rich and diverse continent of our shared past (Dominic Sandbrook) The practice of History is ever-evolving, and the History In An Hour idea brings it back up to date for the digital age (Andrew Roberts, Bookseller) This is genius (MacWorld.com) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dickens: History in an Hour Author: Kaye Jones Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-13 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Charles Dickens remains -n200 years after his birth - arguably Britains most successful writer. Works such as Great Expectations and Oliver Twist have amused and inspired readers in all languages since their original publication in the nineteenth century, and have been adapted countless times for the stage and screen. Dickens: History in an Hour covers all the major facts and events surrounding Dickenss life; the poverty of his childhood, his experience in Warrens Blacking Factory, the evolution of his novels, his tours around America and Europe and his sometimes scandalous private life. Dickens: History in an Hour tells you everything you need to know about Charles Dickens in just one hour. Know your stuff: read about Dickens in just one hour. Critic Reviews: If the past is a foreign country, History in an Hour is like a high-class tour operator, offering delightfully enjoyable short breaks in the rich and diverse continent of our shared past (Dominic Sandbrook) The practice of History is ever-evolving, and the History In An Hour idea brings it back up to date for the digital age (Andrew Roberts, Bookseller) This is genius (MacWorld.com) Members Reviews: Great insight into the man behind legendry tales What made the experience of listening to Dickens: History in an Hour the most enjoyable? History in an hour as a concept is fantastic and a thrilling way to learn new details about a topic without the need to invest hours of your time. With this insight on the life of one the most well known authors of all time you'll be sure to invest some more of your time. Taking you on a mini journey through the life of dickens from start to end. What other book might you compare Dickens: History in an Hour to, and why? It would be obvious to compare the book to the other history in an hour books, however I think the best way to explain what this is like is to think about some of the great biographies, such as Ian Kershaw's- Hitler. By taking some of the epic biographies and squeezing them into a small one hour session you get the best of both worlds and thus this book. What does Jonathan Keeble bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? The narrator used in these sessions has an incredible way of using his voice to make every session feel like an epic journey through historical events and lives. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, the great thing about History in an hour is that you can intend to finish in one sitting and very easily accomplish this. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Games-with-Shadows-Audiobook/B00CZC9B5G Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Games with Shadows Author: Neal Ascherson Narrator: Alex Hyde-White Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Beautifully written, intelligent and provocative reflections on the world scene as Ascherson looks first at the painful business of being English in a period of decline marked by public nastiness and private confusion. He goes on to attack - in an important and original series of arguments -the politics of Stonehenge: the UKs archaic and undemocratic constitution, and finally examines the temptations of state power in Mrs Thatchers decade. Next, Ascherson takes us on a personal tour of Europe, the barbaric continent, exposing some ugly hatred and memories lurking beneath the cultured surface; he writes movingly about the courage and sacrifice that nations at their best can draw out. His meditations on Eastern Europe, Waltzing With Molotov, are exemplary for their critical sympathy. In the books final section, a vivid and memorable collection of sectarians, spies, traitors, heroes, monsters and victims reveals a lot about fear and hope in the closing years of this dangerous century. Charles Neal Ascherson (born October 5, 1932) is a Scottish journalist and writer. He was born in Edinburgh and educated at Eton and King's College, Cambridge, where he read history. He was described by the historian Eric Hobsbawm as perhaps the most brilliant student I ever had. I didn't really teach him much, I just let him get on with it. After graduating with a starred First, he declined offers to pursue an academic career. Instead, he chose a career in journalism, first at the Manchester Guardian and then at The Scotsman (1959-1960), The Observer (1960-1990) and the Independent on Sunday (1990-1998). He contributed scripts for the 1974 documentary series World at War and the 1998 series The Cold War. In recent years, he has also been a regular contributor to the London Review of Books. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Neal Ascherson) Tue, 28 May 2013 22:57:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Games-with-Shadows-Audiobook/B00CZC9B5G thebookvoice.com 14:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Games with Shadows Author: Neal Ascherson Narrator: Alex Hyde-White Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Beautifully written, intelligent and provocative reflections on the world scene as Ascherson looks first at the painful business of being English in a period of decline marked by public nastiness and private confusion. He goes on to attack - in an important and original series of arguments -the politics of Stonehenge: the UKs archaic and undemocratic constitution, and finally examines the temptations of state power in Mrs Thatchers decade. Next, Ascherson takes us on a personal tour of Europe, the barbaric continent, exposing some ugly hatred and memories lurking beneath the cultured surface; he writes movingly about the courage and sacrifice that nations at their best can draw out. His meditations on Eastern Europe, Waltzing With Molotov, are exemplary for their critical sympathy. In the books final section, a vivid and memorable collection of sectarians, spies, traitors, heroes, monsters and victims reveals a lot about fear and hope in the closing years of this dangerous century. Charles Neal Ascherson (born October 5, 1932) is a Scottish journalist and writer. He was born in Edinburgh and educated at Eton and King's College, Cambridge, where he read history. He was described by the historian Eric Hobsbawm as perhaps the most brilliant student I ever had. I didn't really teach him much, I just let him get on with it. After graduating with a starred First, he declined offers to pursue an academic career. Instead, he chose a career in journalism, first at the Manchester Guardian and then at The Scotsman (1959-1960), The Observer (1960-1990) and the Independent on Sunday (1990-1998). He contributed scripts for the 1974 documentary series World at War and the 1998 series The Cold War. In recent years, he has also been a regular contributor to the London Review of Books. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Games with Shadows Author: Neal Ascherson Narrator: Alex Hyde-White Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Beautifully written, intelligent and provocative reflections on the world scene as Ascherson looks first at the painful business of being English in a period of decline marked by public nastiness and private confusion. He goes on to attack - in an important and original series of arguments -the politics of Stonehenge: the UKs archaic and undemocratic constitution, and finally examines the temptations of state power in Mrs Thatchers decade. Next, Ascherson takes us on a personal tour of Europe, the barbaric continent, exposing some ugly hatred and memories lurking beneath the cultured surface; he writes movingly about the courage and sacrifice that nations at their best can draw out. His meditations on Eastern Europe, Waltzing With Molotov, are exemplary for their critical sympathy. In the books final section, a vivid and memorable collection of sectarians, spies, traitors, heroes, monsters and victims reveals a lot about fear and hope in the closing years of this dangerous century. Charles Neal Ascherson (born October 5, 1932) is a Scottish journalist and writer. He was born in Edinburgh and educated at Eton and King's College, Cambridge, where he read history. He was described by the historian Eric Hobsbawm as perhaps the most brilliant student I ever had. I didn't really teach him much, I just let him get on with it. After graduating with a starred First, he declined offers to pursue an academic career. Instead, he chose a career in journalism, first at the Manchester Guardian and then at The Scotsman (1959-1960), The Observer (1960-1990) and the Independent on Sunday (1990-1998). He contributed scripts for the 1974 documentary series World at War and the 1998 series The Cold War. In recent years, he has also been a regular contributor to the London Review of Books. Members Reviews: Excellent articles on what it means to be British and European This book is a collection of articles written mostly in the 1980s in the British newspaper The Observer and elsewhere. Ascherson seems to have lived in several parts of Europe and tells interesting stories about them. The first half of the book is about Britain, mostly England, and he is unusual in understanding how it feels to be British but not English. The second half contains some quite harrowing articles about concentration camps, along with interesting insights into refusing to go along with the crowd, whether in witchcraft trials or as a conscript into the Nazi SS. The only reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is that it is precisely a set of articles rather than an organized presentation of the author's undoubted humanity and broad understanding of different European cultures. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Italiani-in-guerra-Italians-at-War-Audiobook/B00AR1GKMO Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Italiani in guerra [Italians at War] Autore: Francesco Ficarra Narratore: Piero Di Domenico Formato: Unabridged Durata: 3 hrs and 13 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-21-12 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 7 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il 10 giugno 1940 l'Italia entra nella Seconda guerra mondiale. Questo è il racconto della politica di Benito Mussolini dalla Guerra in Etiopia all'alleanza con il Reich di Hitler fino al fatidico 10 giugno 1940. June 10, 1940. Italy entered the Second World War. This is the story of the politics of Benito Mussolini from the war in Ethiopia to the alliance with Hitler's Reich until the fateful June 10, 1940. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Francesco Ficarra) Fri, 21 Dec 2012 15:59:27 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Italiani-in-guerra-Italians-at-War-Audiobook/B00AR1GKMO thebookvoice.com 03:13:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Italiani in guerra [Italians at War] Autore: Francesco Ficarra Narratore: Piero Di Domenico Formato: Unabridged Durata: 3 hrs and 13 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-21-12 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 7 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il 10 giugno 1940 l'Italia entra nella Seconda guerra mondiale. Questo è il racconto della politica di Benito Mussolini dalla Guerra in Etiopia all'alleanza con il Reich di Hitler fino al fatidico 10 giugno 1940. June 10, 1940. Italy entered the Second World War. This is the story of the politics of Benito Mussolini from the war in Ethiopia to the alliance with Hitler's Reich until the fateful June 10, 1940. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Italiani in guerra [Italians at War] Autore: Francesco Ficarra Narratore: Piero Di Domenico Formato: Unabridged Durata: 3 hrs and 13 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 12-21-12 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 7 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il 10 giugno 1940 l'Italia entra nella Seconda guerra mondiale. Questo è il racconto della politica di Benito Mussolini dalla Guerra in Etiopia all'alleanza con il Reich di Hitler fino al fatidico 10 giugno 1940. June 10, 1940. Italy entered the Second World War. This is the story of the politics of Benito Mussolini from the war in Ethiopia to the alliance with Hitler's Reich until the fateful June 10, 1940. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. Recensioni dei membri: Informational Learned a lot about this significant moment of Italian and world history, which I did not have an opportunity to experience in my lifetime https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Russian-History-Volume-1-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B009GJUSJY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Russian History, Volume 1 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Kostomarov Narrator: Natalya Gurevich Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-12 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Russian history in the lives of its most important figures.... The classic work by prominent Russian historian Nikolai Kostomarov, one of the founders of Russian historical thought. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nikolay Kostomarov) Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:06:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Russian-History-Volume-1-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B009GJUSJY thebookvoice.com 08:16:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Russian History, Volume 1 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Kostomarov Narrator: Natalya Gurevich Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-12 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Russian history in the lives of its most important figures.... The classic work by prominent Russian historian Nikolai Kostomarov, one of the founders of Russian historical thought. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Russian History, Volume 1 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Kostomarov Narrator: Natalya Gurevich Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-12 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Russian history in the lives of its most important figures.... The classic work by prominent Russian historian Nikolai Kostomarov, one of the founders of Russian historical thought. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Members Reviews: Must volume for any Russian speaker about their own history. Enjoyable and very educational. While Kostomarov became a hero historian in Ukraine, most svidomites have no idea about history of the coveted period and quote blindly (like commies did with Marx) works by unknown 19th century's Austrian paid would-be professors working from Lviv. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Modern-Scholar-Audiobook/B0036IYMBQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Modern Scholar Subtitle: World's First Superpower: From Empire to Commonwealth, 1901-Present Author: Denis Judd Narrator: Denis Judd Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: We shall examine the material advantages that the Empire brought to Britain, and also scrutinize the burdens and anxieties that it imposed. It is important to realize what an extraordinary, complex, and huge organization the British Empire was. One quarter of the human race lived within its borders and it covered about the same amount of the globe. We shall proceed chronologically, but also look closely at particular themes and interactions. Not every single unit in this huge global organization will be assessed, but we will seek to uncover the basic historical truths overall about what happened and why. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Denis Judd) Mon, 22 Sep 2008 08:31:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Modern-Scholar-Audiobook/B0036IYMBQ thebookvoice.com 07:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Modern Scholar Subtitle: World's First Superpower: From Empire to Commonwealth, 1901-Present Author: Denis Judd Narrator: Denis Judd Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: We shall examine the material advantages that the Empire brought to Britain, and also scrutinize the burdens and anxieties that it imposed. It is important to realize what an extraordinary, complex, and huge organization the British Empire was. One quarter of the human race lived within its borders and it covered about the same amount of the globe. We shall proceed chronologically, but also look closely at particular themes and interactions. Not every single unit in this huge global organization will be assessed, but we will seek to uncover the basic historical truths overall about what happened and why. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Modern Scholar Subtitle: World's First Superpower: From Empire to Commonwealth, 1901-Present Author: Denis Judd Narrator: Denis Judd Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 09-22-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: We shall examine the material advantages that the Empire brought to Britain, and also scrutinize the burdens and anxieties that it imposed. It is important to realize what an extraordinary, complex, and huge organization the British Empire was. One quarter of the human race lived within its borders and it covered about the same amount of the globe. We shall proceed chronologically, but also look closely at particular themes and interactions. Not every single unit in this huge global organization will be assessed, but we will seek to uncover the basic historical truths overall about what happened and why. Members Reviews: Despite his stylish shortcomings Despite the stylish shortcomings, this set of lectures on the British History is highly digestible and to the point, I like the way Judd summerised the lecture into point form before every lecture. I only wish a bit of humour can be added to the lectures to make it more lively. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Marie-Antoinettes-Watch-Audiobook/B075LNH9ZT Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Marie Antoinette's Watch Subtitle: Adultery, Larceny, & Perpetual Motion Author: John Biggs Narrator: Rick Barr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Ray Bridge Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Marie Antoinette's Watch is a wonderful book." - William Gibson, author of Neuromancer Across continents and into and out of the hands of royalty, revolutionaries, smugglers, thieves, and the world's greatest tech engineers, was Marie Antoinette's watch, the "160" worth an estimated $40 million in today's dollars. Perhaps the most sought after personal technology device of the last 200 years, the timepiece, designed by the legendary Abraham-Louis Breguet, is the launching point for a thrilling and fluidly woven set of narratives that are, in part, forbidden love story, historical document, and police procedural. Marie Antoinette's Watch also deftly lays out the history of horology and the 18th Century engineering feats attained in Paris's answer to Silicon Valley, the Ile de la Cite, that made the watch the most intricate and prized personal device of its time - something that's come full circle today. In the hands of Techcrunch's East Coast Editor, John Biggs, Marie Antoinette's Watch is by turns edifying and lurid, historical and utterly modern. Culminating in a heist in a Tel Aviv antiquities museum in the 1980s, Biggs tells the story of how one object can transform countries, cultures, high technology, and time itself. biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Biggs) Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:17:53 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Marie-Antoinettes-Watch-Audiobook/B075LNH9ZT thebookvoice.com 07:46:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Marie Antoinette's Watch Subtitle: Adultery, Larceny, & Perpetual Motion Author: John Biggs Narrator: Rick Barr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Ray Bridge Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Marie Antoinette's Watch is a wonderful book." - William Gibson, author of Neuromancer Across continents and into and out of the hands of royalty, revolutionaries, smugglers, thieves, and the world's greatest tech engineers, was Marie Antoinette's watch, the "160" worth an estimated $40 million in today's dollars. Perhaps the most sought after personal technology device of the last 200 years, the timepiece, designed by the legendary Abraham-Louis Breguet, is the launching point for a thrilling and fluidly woven set of narratives that are, in part, forbidden love story, historical document, and police procedural. Marie Antoinette's Watch also deftly lays out the history of horology and the 18th Century engineering feats attained in Paris's answer to Silicon Valley, the Ile de la Cite, that made the watch the most intricate and prized personal device of its time - something that's come full circle today. In the hands of Techcrunch's East Coast Editor, John Biggs, Marie Antoinette's Watch is by turns edifying and lurid, historical and utterly modern. Culminating in a heist in a Tel Aviv antiquities museum in the 1980s, Biggs tells the story of how one object can transform countries, cultures, high technology, and time itself. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Marie Antoinette's Watch Subtitle: Adultery, Larceny, & Perpetual Motion Author: John Biggs Narrator: Rick Barr Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Ray Bridge Press Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "Marie Antoinette's Watch is a wonderful book." - William Gibson, author of Neuromancer Across continents and into and out of the hands of royalty, revolutionaries, smugglers, thieves, and the world's greatest tech engineers, was Marie Antoinette's watch, the "160" worth an estimated $40 million in today's dollars. Perhaps the most sought after personal technology device of the last 200 years, the timepiece, designed by the legendary Abraham-Louis Breguet, is the launching point for a thrilling and fluidly woven set of narratives that are, in part, forbidden love story, historical document, and police procedural. Marie Antoinette's Watch also deftly lays out the history of horology and the 18th Century engineering feats attained in Paris's answer to Silicon Valley, the Ile de la Cite, that made the watch the most intricate and prized personal device of its time - something that's come full circle today. In the hands of Techcrunch's East Coast Editor, John Biggs, Marie Antoinette's Watch is by turns edifying and lurid, historical and utterly modern. Culminating in a heist in a Tel Aviv antiquities museum in the 1980s, Biggs tells the story of how one object can transform countries, cultures, high technology, and time itself. Members Reviews: The story is spiced with a touching romance revealed through the life of Marie Antoinette who was married off young to the Frenc This is a masterful writing effort. I can only imagine the research that went into it. The writing is superb. Biggs intertwines the history of watchmaking with historical events of the 1700's up to more recent times.. The story is spiced with a touching romance revealed through the life of Marie Antoinette who was married off young to the French King and eventually discovered the love of her life. Intrigue is introduced through scheming thieves. Biggs gets into their heads in a way that is fascinating. Whatever inspired Biggs to write a book of such detail about watches and their creators is puzzling, but he tamed the task. A creative, resolute composer and a master of the craft of writing, he delivers an exceptional historical account on a rare topic. Wonderful writing but needs more pictures! This book tells a number of stories, which are all linked by a single and singular time piece, the Marie Antoinette or the No 160. Some of teh stories are tragic but others show the heights to which artistry can elevate the human spirit. My only complain about this book is the lack of pictures of the watch. The writing and research are a solid five starts but it cries out for visual details of the "complications" of the watchmaker's art that he describes, as well as illustrations of the watches themselves. I very much enjoyed the book I very much enjoyed the book. Like many watch collectors I am familiar with much o fthis story but the book adds a lot most watch types might find of interest but is not included in the other works on this particular watch. It is not four stars because while the author leary has done research and spoken to experts, he does not seem to have talked to many avid collectors. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-Russia-from-the-Earliest-Times-Vol-1-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B073WHSX6R Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of Russia from the Earliest Times: Vol. 1 [Russian Edition] Author: Sergey Solovyov Narrator: Leontina Brotskaya Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-17 Publisher: IDDK Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A famous work of the great Russian historian Sergey Mikhaylovich Solovyov (1820-1879), who was a major achiever in Russian historical science in the 19th century. Solovyov is the "first among equals" in the galaxy of brilliant Russian historians, which includes Karamzin, Klyuchevsky, Kostomarov, Presnyakov, Granovsky, Platonov, and many others. The first volume of the work covers the period from the history of the Slavic tribes in ancient Russian territories through the end of the reign of Prince Yaroslav I (1054). Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sergey Solovyov) Fri, 14 Jul 2017 07:54:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-Russia-from-the-Earliest-Times-Vol-1-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B073WHSX6R thebookvoice.com 13:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of Russia from the Earliest Times: Vol. 1 [Russian Edition] Author: Sergey Solovyov Narrator: Leontina Brotskaya Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-17 Publisher: IDDK Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A famous work of the great Russian historian Sergey Mikhaylovich Solovyov (1820-1879), who was a major achiever in Russian historical science in the 19th century. Solovyov is the "first among equals" in the galaxy of brilliant Russian historians, which includes Karamzin, Klyuchevsky, Kostomarov, Presnyakov, Granovsky, Platonov, and many others. The first volume of the work covers the period from the history of the Slavic tribes in ancient Russian territories through the end of the reign of Prince Yaroslav I (1054). Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of Russia from the Earliest Times: Vol. 1 [Russian Edition] Author: Sergey Solovyov Narrator: Leontina Brotskaya Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-17 Publisher: IDDK Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: A famous work of the great Russian historian Sergey Mikhaylovich Solovyov (1820-1879), who was a major achiever in Russian historical science in the 19th century. Solovyov is the "first among equals" in the galaxy of brilliant Russian historians, which includes Karamzin, Klyuchevsky, Kostomarov, Presnyakov, Granovsky, Platonov, and many others. The first volume of the work covers the period from the history of the Slavic tribes in ancient Russian territories through the end of the reign of Prince Yaroslav I (1054). Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Guillotine-Audiobook/B01N9YVWHF Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Guillotine Subtitle: The History of the World's Most Notorious Method of Execution Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Jim D. Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Guillotine. Its very name recalls scenes of horror during the French Revolution, as nobles lost their heads while gangs of people cheered and Madame Defarge knitted. Some of history's most famous people lost their heads at the guillotine, including Marie Antoinette, King Louis XVI of France, and Robespierre, and the apparatus is immediately recognizable across the world, not just for its appearance but for all the stories in which it featured prominently. However, the truth behind this device is much more complicated than its short-lived use during France's Reign of Terror. For one thing, societies have been executing people since ancient times and have used various devices, the guillotine being just one. Even as early as the 13th century, there were moves among some to make the arduous task of state-sanctioned executions quicker and easier, and in time, the evolution of various devices helped bring about the invention of the guillotine. Though many, their names have now faded into history. But a funny thing happened along the way as people became less and less enamored of killing each other, even those who had themselves committed murder. As the Age of Enlightenment spread in the mid-1700s, so did a sense that government should not take lives at all, or if they did, that they should do so as quickly and painlessly as possible. Thus it was that the guillotine was created, not to hurt others so much as to dispatch those condemned as painlessly as possible. It is but a sad coincidence that its design was perfected on the eve of one of the bloodiest eras in French history; had it been developed at another point in time, it might very well have been hailed as a merciful way to mete out justice. Like all important devices, the guillotine did not remain unchanged during its centuries of use. Its design was periodically tweaked for decades until the latter half of the 19th century, when it was completely redesigned, likely in light of a growing hostility toward capital punishment in general and beheadings in particular. By this time, such notable Frenchmen as Victor Hugo had spoken out against the right of the state to take a human life. Even the Sanson family, who had served as France's executioners for more nearly 200 years, had given up their work, and it fell to others to master the new apparatus. These men would be increasingly maligned for their work as a more civilized world insisted that it was not for the state to conduct executions. That said, it often surprises people to learn that the guillotine remained in use through the middle part of the 20th century, outliving other barbaric practices like slavery by nearly 100 years. Though the government outlawed public executions in the mid-1930s, men and women continued to be beheaded in the name of justice long after the end of World War II. But ultimately, the times were changing, and Nazi and Japanese atrocities had opened the eyes of many to man's ability to hurt fellow man. Killing was even less attractive to those who had already killed in the name of patriotism, and their voices raised, higher and higher, until ultimately the device that had dispatched royalty and paupers alike was finally used for the last time. As one author wrote, "May it never be used again." biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Tue, 07 Feb 2017 19:08:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Guillotine-Audiobook/B01N9YVWHF thebookvoice.com 01:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Guillotine Subtitle: The History of the World's Most Notorious Method of Execution Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Jim D. Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Guillotine. Its very name recalls scenes of horror during the French Revolution, as nobles lost their heads while gangs of people cheered and Madame Defarge knitted. Some of history's most famous people lost their heads at the guillotine, including Marie Antoinette, King Louis XVI of France, and Robespierre, and the apparatus is immediately recognizable across the world, not just for its appearance but for all the stories in which it featured prominently. However, the truth behind this device is much more complicated than its short-lived use during France's Reign of Terror. For one thing, societies have been executing people since ancient times and have used various devices, the guillotine being just one. Even as early as the 13th century, there were moves among some to make the arduous task of state-sanctioned executions quicker and easier, and in time, the evolution of various devices helped bring about the invention of the guillotine. Though many, their names have now faded into history. But a funny thing happened along the way as people became less and less enamored of killing each other, even those who had themselves committed murder. As the Age of Enlightenment spread in the mid-1700s, so did a sense that government should not take lives at all, or if they did, that they should do so as quickly and painlessly as possible. Thus it was that the guillotine was created, not to hurt others so much as to dispatch those condemned as painlessly as possible. It is but a sad coincidence that its design was perfected on the eve of one of the bloodiest eras in French history; had it been developed at another point in time, it might very well have been hailed as a merciful way to mete out justice. Like all important devices, the guillotine did not remain unchanged during its centuries of use. Its design was periodically tweaked for decades until the latter half of the 19th century, when it was completely redesigned, likely in light of a growing hostility toward capital punishment in general and beheadings in particular. By this time, such notable Frenchmen as Victor Hugo had spoken out against the right of the state to take a human life. Even the Sanson family, who had served as France's executioners for more nearly 200 years, had given up their work, and it fell to others to master the new apparatus. These men would be increasingly maligned for their work as a more civilized world insisted that it was not for the state to conduct executions. That said, it often surprises people to learn that the guillotine remained in use through the middle part of the 20th century, outliving other barbaric practices like slavery by nearly 100 years. Though the government outlawed public executions in the mid-1930s, men and women continued to be beheaded in the name of justice long after the end of World War II. But ultimately, the times were changing, and Nazi and Japanese atrocities had opened the eyes of many to man's ability to hurt fellow man. Killing was even less attractive to those who had already killed in the name of patriotism, and their voices raised, higher and higher, until ultimately the device that had dispatched royalty and paupers alike was finally used for the last time. As one author wrote, "May it never be used again." Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Guillotine Subtitle: The History of the World's Most Notorious Method of Execution Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Jim D. Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Guillotine. Its very name recalls scenes of horror during the French Revolution, as nobles lost their heads while gangs of people cheered and Madame Defarge knitted. Some of history's most famous people lost their heads at the guillotine, including Marie Antoinette, King Louis XVI of France, and Robespierre, and the apparatus is immediately recognizable across the world, not just for its appearance but for all the stories in which it featured prominently. However, the truth behind this device is much more complicated than its short-lived use during France's Reign of Terror. For one thing, societies have been executing people since ancient times and have used various devices, the guillotine being just one. Even as early as the 13th century, there were moves among some to make the arduous task of state-sanctioned executions quicker and easier, and in time, the evolution of various devices helped bring about the invention of the guillotine. Though many, their names have now faded into history. But a funny thing happened along the way as people became less and less enamored of killing each other, even those who had themselves committed murder. As the Age of Enlightenment spread in the mid-1700s, so did a sense that government should not take lives at all, or if they did, that they should do so as quickly and painlessly as possible. Thus it was that the guillotine was created, not to hurt others so much as to dispatch those condemned as painlessly as possible. It is but a sad coincidence that its design was perfected on the eve of one of the bloodiest eras in French history; had it been developed at another point in time, it might very well have been hailed as a merciful way to mete out justice. Like all important devices, the guillotine did not remain unchanged during its centuries of use. Its design was periodically tweaked for decades until the latter half of the 19th century, when it was completely redesigned, likely in light of a growing hostility toward capital punishment in general and beheadings in particular. By this time, such notable Frenchmen as Victor Hugo had spoken out against the right of the state to take a human life. Even the Sanson family, who had served as France's executioners for more nearly 200 years, had given up their work, and it fell to others to master the new apparatus. These men would be increasingly maligned for their work as a more civilized world insisted that it was not for the state to conduct executions. That said, it often surprises people to learn that the guillotine remained in use through the middle part of the 20th century, outliving other barbaric practices like slavery by nearly 100 years. Though the government outlawed public executions in the mid-1930s, men and women continued to be beheaded in the name of justice long after the end of World War II. But ultimately, the times were changing, and Nazi and Japanese atrocities had opened the eyes of many to man's ability to hurt fellow man. Killing was even less attractive to those who had already killed in the name of patriotism, and their voices raised, higher and higher, until ultimately the device that had dispatched royalty and paupers alike was finally used for the last time. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Summary-of-Spain-in-Our-Hearts-by-Adam-Hochschild-Includes-Analysis-Audiobook/B01H5X1YFY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild | Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Susan Murphy Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-16 Publisher: Instaread Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild | Summary & Analysis Preview: Adam Hochschild's Spain in Our Hearts is an account of the involvement of US citizens in the Spanish Civil War. It focuses on the experiences of a number of individual volunteers and reporters and provides a broad view of how the war affected Spain, the United States, and Europe. The Spanish Civil War began as a conflict between a democratically elected left-wing government, the Spanish Republic, and right-wing military officers led by General Francisco Franco. At the same time, workers in Catalonia, Aragon, and Andalusia staged a revolution against landowners and established anarchist communities in some areas. These revolutionaries joined with the Republic to fight the fascists. Fascist dictators Benito Mussolini in Italy and Adolf Hitler in Germany provided extensive weaponry and manpower to Franco. Josef Stalin of Communist Russia sent more limited aid to the Spanish Republic. The leaders of the Republic hoped Western democracies, such as France, Britain, and the United States.... PLEASE NOTE: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Inside this Instaread summary of Spain in Our Hearts: About the Author With Instaread, you can get the key takeaways, summary and analysis of a book in 15 minutes. We read every chapter, identify the key takeaways and analyze them for your convenience. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Instaread) Fri, 17 Jun 2016 04:50:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Summary-of-Spain-in-Our-Hearts-by-Adam-Hochschild-Includes-Analysis-Audiobook/B01H5X1YFY thebookvoice.com 00:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild | Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Susan Murphy Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-16 Publisher: Instaread Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild | Summary & Analysis Preview: Adam Hochschild's Spain in Our Hearts is an account of the involvement of US citizens in the Spanish Civil War. It focuses on the experiences of a number of individual volunteers and reporters and provides a broad view of how the war affected Spain, the United States, and Europe. The Spanish Civil War began as a conflict between a democratically elected left-wing government, the Spanish Republic, and right-wing military officers led by General Francisco Franco. At the same time, workers in Catalonia, Aragon, and Andalusia staged a revolution against landowners and established anarchist communities in some areas. These revolutionaries joined with the Republic to fight the fascists. Fascist dictators Benito Mussolini in Italy and Adolf Hitler in Germany provided extensive weaponry and manpower to Franco. Josef Stalin of Communist Russia sent more limited aid to the Spanish Republic. The leaders of the Republic hoped Western democracies, such as France, Britain, and the United States.... PLEASE NOTE: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Inside this Instaread summary of Spain in Our Hearts: About the Author With Instaread, you can get the key takeaways, summary and analysis of a book in 15 minutes. We read every chapter, identify the key takeaways and analyze them for your convenience. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Summary of Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild | Includes Analysis Author: Instaread Narrator: Susan Murphy Format: Unabridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-16 Publisher: Instaread Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild | Summary & Analysis Preview: Adam Hochschild's Spain in Our Hearts is an account of the involvement of US citizens in the Spanish Civil War. It focuses on the experiences of a number of individual volunteers and reporters and provides a broad view of how the war affected Spain, the United States, and Europe. The Spanish Civil War began as a conflict between a democratically elected left-wing government, the Spanish Republic, and right-wing military officers led by General Francisco Franco. At the same time, workers in Catalonia, Aragon, and Andalusia staged a revolution against landowners and established anarchist communities in some areas. These revolutionaries joined with the Republic to fight the fascists. Fascist dictators Benito Mussolini in Italy and Adolf Hitler in Germany provided extensive weaponry and manpower to Franco. Josef Stalin of Communist Russia sent more limited aid to the Spanish Republic. The leaders of the Republic hoped Western democracies, such as France, Britain, and the United States.... PLEASE NOTE: This is key takeaways and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Inside this Instaread summary of Spain in Our Hearts: About the Author With Instaread, you can get the key takeaways, summary and analysis of a book in 15 minutes. We read every chapter, identify the key takeaways and analyze them for your convenience. Members Reviews: History made easy Adam Hochschild's "Spain In Our Hearts" is an account of the involvement of US citizens in the Spanish Civil War. It focuses on the experiences of a number of individual volunteers and reporters and provides a broad view of how the war affected Spain, the United States, and Europe. The Spanish Civil War began as a conflict between a democratically elected left-wing government, the Spanish Republic, and right-wing military officers led by General Francisco Franco. At the same time, workers in Catalonia, Aragon, and Andalusia staged a revolution against landowners and established anarchist communities in some areas. These revolutionaries joined with the Republic to fight the fascists. This Instaread review includes a summary of Hochschild's book and 8 key takeaways. This summary made a difficult part of World History much more understandable, as my history classes typically skim over the details. Not only that, but Instaread distills the 8 most important elements of the war into the takeaways, which range from the influence of Texaco on the war, the impact of American volunteers, and the lingering effects of WWII. If you're struggling to understand this section of World History, I highly recommend reading this summary, it makes the Spanish Civil war easy to understand. I was given a copy of this book to review it. American involvement in a little-known war The Spanish Civil War, 1936-39, though it was the lab for testing many of the weapons that were used during World War II, is often overlooked in U.S. history courses. Many Americans, though, were involved in this violent war, serving in the Abraham Lincoln Brigade of the International contingent that supported the democratically elected left-wing Republic government against right-wing forces led by General Francisco Franco. Summary of Spain in Our Hearts by Adam Hochschild by Instaread is an in depth analysis of a book about U.S. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Went-the-Day-Well-Audiobook/B00VGUUHHO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Went the Day Well? Subtitle: Witnessing Waterloo Author: David Crane Narrator: Nigel Anthony Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, this audiobook is about the Britain that fought the battle of Waterloo - from pauper to painter, poet to prince, soldier to civilian. Midnight, Sunday, 17 June 1815. There was no town in England that had not sent its soldiers, hardly a household that was not holding its breath, not a family, as Byron put it, that would escape havocs tender mercies at Waterloo, and yet at the same time life inevitably went on as normal. As Wellingtons rain-sodden army retreated for the final, decisive battle, men and women in England were still going to the theatre and science lectures, still working in the fields and the factories, still reading and writing books and sermons, still painting their pictures and sitting in front of Lord Elgins marbles as if almost 5,000 did not already lie dead. After 10 hours of savage fighting, Waterloo would be littered with the bodies of something like 47,000 dead and wounded. Meanwhile, as the day unfolded, a whole nation, countryside and town, artisan and aristocrat, was brought together by war. From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, Went the Day Well? is a breathtaking portrait of Britain in those moments. Moving from England to the battle and back again, this vivid, stunning freeze frame of a country on the single most celebrated day in its modern history shows Cranes full range in tracing the endless, overlapping connections between peoples lives. From private tragedies, disappointed political hopes, and public discontents to grandiloquent public celebrations and monuments, it answers Wellingtons call as he rallied his troops to think what England is thinking of us now. David Crane's first book, Lord Byron's Jackal, was published to great acclaim in 1998, and his second, The Kindness of Sisters, published in 2002, is a groundbreaking work of romantic biography. In 2005 the highly acclaimed Scott of the Antarctic was published, followed by Men of War, a collection of 19th-century naval biographies, in 2009. biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Crane) Thu, 09 Apr 2015 19:46:51 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Went-the-Day-Well-Audiobook/B00VGUUHHO thebookvoice.com 11:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Went the Day Well? Subtitle: Witnessing Waterloo Author: David Crane Narrator: Nigel Anthony Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, this audiobook is about the Britain that fought the battle of Waterloo - from pauper to painter, poet to prince, soldier to civilian. Midnight, Sunday, 17 June 1815. There was no town in England that had not sent its soldiers, hardly a household that was not holding its breath, not a family, as Byron put it, that would escape havocs tender mercies at Waterloo, and yet at the same time life inevitably went on as normal. As Wellingtons rain-sodden army retreated for the final, decisive battle, men and women in England were still going to the theatre and science lectures, still working in the fields and the factories, still reading and writing books and sermons, still painting their pictures and sitting in front of Lord Elgins marbles as if almost 5,000 did not already lie dead. After 10 hours of savage fighting, Waterloo would be littered with the bodies of something like 47,000 dead and wounded. Meanwhile, as the day unfolded, a whole nation, countryside and town, artisan and aristocrat, was brought together by war. From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, Went the Day Well? is a breathtaking portrait of Britain in those moments. Moving from England to the battle and back again, this vivid, stunning freeze frame of a country on the single most celebrated day in its modern history shows Cranes full range in tracing the endless, overlapping connections between peoples lives. From private tragedies, disappointed political hopes, and public discontents to grandiloquent public celebrations and monuments, it answers Wellingtons call as he rallied his troops to think what England is thinking of us now. David Crane's first book, Lord Byron's Jackal, was published to great acclaim in 1998, and his second, The Kindness of Sisters, published in 2002, is a groundbreaking work of romantic biography. In 2005 the highly acclaimed Scott of the Antarctic was published, followed by Men of War, a collection of 19th-century naval biographies, in 2009. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Went the Day Well? Subtitle: Witnessing Waterloo Author: David Crane Narrator: Nigel Anthony Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, this audiobook is about the Britain that fought the battle of Waterloo - from pauper to painter, poet to prince, soldier to civilian. Midnight, Sunday, 17 June 1815. There was no town in England that had not sent its soldiers, hardly a household that was not holding its breath, not a family, as Byron put it, that would escape havocs tender mercies at Waterloo, and yet at the same time life inevitably went on as normal. As Wellingtons rain-sodden army retreated for the final, decisive battle, men and women in England were still going to the theatre and science lectures, still working in the fields and the factories, still reading and writing books and sermons, still painting their pictures and sitting in front of Lord Elgins marbles as if almost 5,000 did not already lie dead. After 10 hours of savage fighting, Waterloo would be littered with the bodies of something like 47,000 dead and wounded. Meanwhile, as the day unfolded, a whole nation, countryside and town, artisan and aristocrat, was brought together by war. From Samuel Johnson Prize shortlisted author David Crane, Went the Day Well? is a breathtaking portrait of Britain in those moments. Moving from England to the battle and back again, this vivid, stunning freeze frame of a country on the single most celebrated day in its modern history shows Cranes full range in tracing the endless, overlapping connections between peoples lives. From private tragedies, disappointed political hopes, and public discontents to grandiloquent public celebrations and monuments, it answers Wellingtons call as he rallied his troops to think what England is thinking of us now. David Crane's first book, Lord Byron's Jackal, was published to great acclaim in 1998, and his second, The Kindness of Sisters, published in 2002, is a groundbreaking work of romantic biography. In 2005 the highly acclaimed Scott of the Antarctic was published, followed by Men of War, a collection of 19th-century naval biographies, in 2009. Members Reviews: Overview of social change that the battle brought This books looks at 24 hours on the 18th June 1815 and the aftermath of that battle from the British side. You see the human side of the battle and non-combattants. It looks at Britain and what was going on around this period but also includes Botany Bay (Australia) although the convicts where sent to Sydney Cove by this time, that isn't important. I was expecting a history of the battle but got a lot more. I was able to see the dreadful carnage, the overall wave of history wiping out peoples lives and that that day wasn't just a battlefield in Belgium. A good book to round out your studies on The Battle of Waterloo. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-storia-della-Prima-Guerra-Mondiale-Vol1-Short-History-of-WWI-Vol-1-Audiobook/B00UK43XDC Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol.1 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 1] Sottotitolo: Bagliori di guerra [Flashes of War] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 25 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-12-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il più sanguinoso dei conflitti, la prima delle guerre globali fu anticipata da eventi nodali per la storia dell'Europa e del resto del mondo. Nel primo volume della "storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale" ripercorreremo il sistema di alleanze che si era instaurato nella comunità europea, le vicende e i fattori scatenanti come le guerre balcaniche e la crisi in Marocco che portarono al fatidico attentato di Sarajevo. Nella parte conclusiva del volume sono contenute le "Appendici alla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale": documenti ufficiali dell'epoca, come Trattato della triplice Alleanza, con la voce diretta della Storia e delle storie offrono la testimonianza di un evento epocale che - a distanza di un secolo - colpisce per la drammaticità e la ferocia. Inoltre è presente una dettagliata cronologia degli avvenimenti. The bloodiest conflict, the first of the global wars, was anticipated by nodal events in the history of Europe and the rest of the world. The first volume of the History of the First World War retraces the alliance system that had been established in the European community, the events and triggers of the Balkan wars, and the crisis in Morocco that led to the fateful attack in Sarajevo. The final part of the book contains the appendices to the history of the First World War: official documents of the time, such as the Treaty of the Triple Alliance, with the direct voice of history and stories that offer testimony of an epochal event that - even after a century - is striking for its drama and ferocity. There is also a detailed chronology of events. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Piero Di Domenico) Thu, 12 Mar 2015 05:07:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-storia-della-Prima-Guerra-Mondiale-Vol1-Short-History-of-WWI-Vol-1-Audiobook/B00UK43XDC thebookvoice.com 01:25:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol.1 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 1] Sottotitolo: Bagliori di guerra [Flashes of War] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 25 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-12-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il più sanguinoso dei conflitti, la prima delle guerre globali fu anticipata da eventi nodali per la storia dell'Europa e del resto del mondo. Nel primo volume della "storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale" ripercorreremo il sistema di alleanze che si era instaurato nella comunità europea, le vicende e i fattori scatenanti come le guerre balcaniche e la crisi in Marocco che portarono al fatidico attentato di Sarajevo. Nella parte conclusiva del volume sono contenute le "Appendici alla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale": documenti ufficiali dell'epoca, come Trattato della triplice Alleanza, con la voce diretta della Storia e delle storie offrono la testimonianza di un evento epocale che - a distanza di un secolo - colpisce per la drammaticità e la ferocia. Inoltre è presente una dettagliata cronologia degli avvenimenti. The bloodiest conflict, the first of the global wars, was anticipated by nodal events in the history of Europe and the rest of the world. The first volume of the History of the First World War retraces the alliance system that had been established in the European community, the events and triggers of the Balkan wars, and the crisis in Morocco that led to the fateful attack in Sarajevo. The final part of the book contains the appendices to the history of the First World War: official documents of the time, such as the Treaty of the Triple Alliance, with the direct voice of history and stories that offer testimony of an epochal event that - even after a century - is striking for its drama and ferocity. There is also a detailed chronology of events. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol.1 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 1] Sottotitolo: Bagliori di guerra [Flashes of War] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 25 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-12-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il più sanguinoso dei conflitti, la prima delle guerre globali fu anticipata da eventi nodali per la storia dell'Europa e del resto del mondo. Nel primo volume della "storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale" ripercorreremo il sistema di alleanze che si era instaurato nella comunità europea, le vicende e i fattori scatenanti come le guerre balcaniche e la crisi in Marocco che portarono al fatidico attentato di Sarajevo. Nella parte conclusiva del volume sono contenute le "Appendici alla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale": documenti ufficiali dell'epoca, come Trattato della triplice Alleanza, con la voce diretta della Storia e delle storie offrono la testimonianza di un evento epocale che - a distanza di un secolo - colpisce per la drammaticità e la ferocia. Inoltre è presente una dettagliata cronologia degli avvenimenti. The bloodiest conflict, the first of the global wars, was anticipated by nodal events in the history of Europe and the rest of the world. The first volume of the History of the First World War retraces the alliance system that had been established in the European community, the events and triggers of the Balkan wars, and the crisis in Morocco that led to the fateful attack in Sarajevo. The final part of the book contains the appendices to the history of the First World War: official documents of the time, such as the Treaty of the Triple Alliance, with the direct voice of history and stories that offer testimony of an epochal event that - even after a century - is striking for its drama and ferocity. There is also a detailed chronology of events. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-historia-de-la-guerra-moderna-Audiobook/B00MMQ6GHQ Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de la guerra moderna Autor: Francesc Xavier Hernández, Xavier Rubio Narrador: Chema Agulló Formato: Unabridged Duración: 4 hrs and 31 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-12-14 Editor: Audible Studios Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Un recorrido de seis siglos, de las primeras armas de fuego a la bomba atómica, que da cuenta de las relaciones entre industria, diplomacia y destrucción. La entrada de los países europeos en la modernidad no es ajena, como ningún proceso histórico, al desarrollo armamentístico y militar: los imperios españoles, portugueses, británicos u holandeses se consiguieron y se administraron con pólvora. Breve Historia de la Guerra Moderna nos descubrirá la evolución del armamento y de las tácticas bélicas comenzando en la toma de Constantinopla, en 1453, y concluyendo en los atentados del 11-S y en la posterior Guerra de Irak que concluirá con el derrocamiento de Sadam Hussein. Veremos a lo largo de este recorrido, el proceso mediante el cual la guerra y el armamento se van incorporando como herramientas diplomáticas en las complejas relaciones internacionales del S. XX. El audio libro que nos presentan Francesc Xavier Hernández y Xavier Rubio no se limita a dar un catálogo de nombres y una batería indescifrable y tediosa de efemérides, sino que analiza el fenómeno bélico en su totalidad, poniendo la lupa sobre cómo los distintos adelantos técnicos, como el arcabuz o las picas, fueron acabando con elementos de guerra como la caballería o las murallas. Veremos de ese modo el fin de las fortificaciones, de la caballería y la aparición de herramientas de destrucción cada vez más refinadas y eficaces como el arcabuz, la bayoneta, la metralleta, el tanque, las armas químicas o la bomba atómica, que demandarán ejércitos cada vez más profesionales. Los autores prestarán atención especial al convulso S. XX en el que la Revolución Industrial provocará una revolución armamentística y estratégica: aparecerá la aviación, los buques de acero, los submarinos o las armas capaces de destruir la Tierra. Este audio libro es una guía fundamental para comprender la naturaleza y la esencia de la guerra. Please Note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Francesc Xavier Hernández) Tue, 12 Aug 2014 08:15:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-historia-de-la-guerra-moderna-Audiobook/B00MMQ6GHQ thebookvoice.com 04:31:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de la guerra moderna Autor: Francesc Xavier Hernández, Xavier Rubio Narrador: Chema Agulló Formato: Unabridged Duración: 4 hrs and 31 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-12-14 Editor: Audible Studios Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Un recorrido de seis siglos, de las primeras armas de fuego a la bomba atómica, que da cuenta de las relaciones entre industria, diplomacia y destrucción. La entrada de los países europeos en la modernidad no es ajena, como ningún proceso histórico, al desarrollo armamentístico y militar: los imperios españoles, portugueses, británicos u holandeses se consiguieron y se administraron con pólvora. Breve Historia de la Guerra Moderna nos descubrirá la evolución del armamento y de las tácticas bélicas comenzando en la toma de Constantinopla, en 1453, y concluyendo en los atentados del 11-S y en la posterior Guerra de Irak que concluirá con el derrocamiento de Sadam Hussein. Veremos a lo largo de este recorrido, el proceso mediante el cual la guerra y el armamento se van incorporando como herramientas diplomáticas en las complejas relaciones internacionales del S. XX. El audio libro que nos presentan Francesc Xavier Hernández y Xavier Rubio no se limita a dar un catálogo de nombres y una batería indescifrable y tediosa de efemérides, sino que analiza el fenómeno bélico en su totalidad, poniendo la lupa sobre cómo los distintos adelantos técnicos, como el arcabuz o las picas, fueron acabando con elementos de guerra como la caballería o las murallas. Veremos de ese modo el fin de las fortificaciones, de la caballería y la aparición de herramientas de destrucción cada vez más refinadas y eficaces como el arcabuz, la bayoneta, la metralleta, el tanque, las armas químicas o la bomba atómica, que demandarán ejércitos cada vez más profesionales. Los autores prestarán atención especial al convulso S. XX en el que la Revolución Industrial provocará una revolución armamentística y estratégica: aparecerá la aviación, los buques de acero, los submarinos o las armas capaces de destruir la Tierra. Este audio libro es una guía fundamental para comprender la naturaleza y la esencia de la guerra. Please Note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de la guerra moderna Autor: Francesc Xavier Hernández, Xavier Rubio Narrador: Chema Agulló Formato: Unabridged Duración: 4 hrs and 31 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-12-14 Editor: Audible Studios Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Un recorrido de seis siglos, de las primeras armas de fuego a la bomba atómica, que da cuenta de las relaciones entre industria, diplomacia y destrucción. La entrada de los países europeos en la modernidad no es ajena, como ningún proceso histórico, al desarrollo armamentístico y militar: los imperios españoles, portugueses, británicos u holandeses se consiguieron y se administraron con pólvora. Breve Historia de la Guerra Moderna nos descubrirá la evolución del armamento y de las tácticas bélicas comenzando en la toma de Constantinopla, en 1453, y concluyendo en los atentados del 11-S y en la posterior Guerra de Irak que concluirá con el derrocamiento de Sadam Hussein. Veremos a lo largo de este recorrido, el proceso mediante el cual la guerra y el armamento se van incorporando como herramientas diplomáticas en las complejas relaciones internacionales del S. XX. El audio libro que nos presentan Francesc Xavier Hernández y Xavier Rubio no se limita a dar un catálogo de nombres y una batería indescifrable y tediosa de efemérides, sino que analiza el fenómeno bélico en su totalidad, poniendo la lupa sobre cómo los distintos adelantos técnicos, como el arcabuz o las picas, fueron acabando con elementos de guerra como la caballería o las murallas. Veremos de ese modo el fin de las fortificaciones, de la caballería y la aparición de herramientas de destrucción cada vez más refinadas y eficaces como el arcabuz, la bayoneta, la metralleta, el tanque, las armas químicas o la bomba atómica, que demandarán ejércitos cada vez más profesionales. Los autores prestarán atención especial al convulso S. XX en el que la Revolución Industrial provocará una revolución armamentística y estratégica: aparecerá la aviación, los buques de acero, los submarinos o las armas capaces de destruir la Tierra. Este audio libro es una guía fundamental para comprender la naturaleza y la esencia de la guerra. Please Note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Henry-VIII-History-in-an-Hour-Audiobook/B00JJY56CK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Henry VIII: History in an Hour Author: Simon Court Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 59 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-14 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour. King of England, claimant King of France, Lord - and later King - of Ireland, Supreme Head of the Church of England and, perhaps most famously, six times a husband, Henry VIII is England's most notorious monarch. Succeeding his father, Henry VII, he allied with the Holy Roman Emperor and began his many obsessive invasions of France. Meanwhile the handsome, worldly king embarked on his famous quests for a suitable wife and heir. With marriage to Anne Boleyn came the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church, Reformation and the Dissolution of the Monasteries. From his childhood to his later years and famed appetites for food, sex and validation, Henry VIII: History in an Hour describes the life of a man whose desires and determination changed England and the world. Critic Reviews: If the past is a foreign country, History in an Hour is like a high-class tour operator, offering delightfully enjoyable short breaks in the rich and diverse continent of our shared past (Dominic Sandbrook) The practice of History is ever-evolving, and the History in an Hour idea brings it back up to date for the digital age (Andrew Roberts, Bookseller) This is genius (MacWorld.com) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Simon Court) Thu, 24 Apr 2014 23:05:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Henry-VIII-History-in-an-Hour-Audiobook/B00JJY56CK thebookvoice.com 00:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Henry VIII: History in an Hour Author: Simon Court Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 59 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-14 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour. King of England, claimant King of France, Lord - and later King - of Ireland, Supreme Head of the Church of England and, perhaps most famously, six times a husband, Henry VIII is England's most notorious monarch. Succeeding his father, Henry VII, he allied with the Holy Roman Emperor and began his many obsessive invasions of France. Meanwhile the handsome, worldly king embarked on his famous quests for a suitable wife and heir. With marriage to Anne Boleyn came the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church, Reformation and the Dissolution of the Monasteries. From his childhood to his later years and famed appetites for food, sex and validation, Henry VIII: History in an Hour describes the life of a man whose desires and determination changed England and the world. Critic Reviews: If the past is a foreign country, History in an Hour is like a high-class tour operator, offering delightfully enjoyable short breaks in the rich and diverse continent of our shared past (Dominic Sandbrook) The practice of History is ever-evolving, and the History in an Hour idea brings it back up to date for the digital age (Andrew Roberts, Bookseller) This is genius (MacWorld.com) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Henry VIII: History in an Hour Author: Simon Court Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 59 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-14 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour. King of England, claimant King of France, Lord - and later King - of Ireland, Supreme Head of the Church of England and, perhaps most famously, six times a husband, Henry VIII is England's most notorious monarch. Succeeding his father, Henry VII, he allied with the Holy Roman Emperor and began his many obsessive invasions of France. Meanwhile the handsome, worldly king embarked on his famous quests for a suitable wife and heir. With marriage to Anne Boleyn came the separation of the Church of England from the Roman Catholic Church, Reformation and the Dissolution of the Monasteries. From his childhood to his later years and famed appetites for food, sex and validation, Henry VIII: History in an Hour describes the life of a man whose desires and determination changed England and the world. Critic Reviews: If the past is a foreign country, History in an Hour is like a high-class tour operator, offering delightfully enjoyable short breaks in the rich and diverse continent of our shared past (Dominic Sandbrook) The practice of History is ever-evolving, and the History in an Hour idea brings it back up to date for the digital age (Andrew Roberts, Bookseller) This is genius (MacWorld.com) Members Reviews: History in one hour - simply brilliant! What made the experience of listening to Henry VIII: History in an Hour the most enjoyable? I'm a lover of history and historical tales, so to have such an important part of British history revisited in just one hour was great. This would be very useful for those studying the Henry VIII reign, as well as those seeking a refresher or general overview of that period. What was one of the most memorable moments of Henry VIII: History in an Hour? As the book is only one hour, i thought it'd be difficult to gain an insight into Henry, but Simon Court manages to vividly describe his character. Any additional comments? Simply put, it was a great refresher for me. Instead of now trawling back through historical stories and novels for a reminder/refresher, History in one hour will be where I turn to now. I can imagine this series serving my children well, as they learn about our history at school. An hour well spent. I was totally engrossed in this narrative snd found it very educational. Look forward to more Histories in an hour. awesome great book it is a shame it's only an hour, very informative and well read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Battle-of-Barrosa-Audiobook/B00K2YA2WU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Barrosa Subtitle: Forgotten Battle of the Peninsular War Author: John Grehan, Martin Mace Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: By the winter of 1811, the armies of Napoleon had overrun most of Spain, and Joseph Bonaparte sat on the throne in Madrid. But the Spanish government had found refuge in the fortress-port of Cadiz, and the Spaniards refused to admit that they had been conquered. With a British army under Sir Thomas Graham helping to defend Cadiz, the Spanish cause seemed certain to prevail. But then the Spaniards wanted to throw Grahams force into a reckless battle against the French. If the battle was won, the siege of Cadiz would be lifted; if the battle was lost, Cadiz would be rendered defenseless and the Spanish government left at the mercy of the invaders. The opposing forces met on the heights of Barrosa in one of the most savage encounters of the Peninsular War. At stake were the very survival of the Spanish nation and the future course of the war against Napoleon. The Battle of Barrosa is the first book to examine this crucial campaign in detail and to reveal its true historical importance. biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Grehan) Tue, 03 Jun 2014 05:04:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Battle-of-Barrosa-Audiobook/B00K2YA2WU thebookvoice.com 10:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Barrosa Subtitle: Forgotten Battle of the Peninsular War Author: John Grehan, Martin Mace Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: By the winter of 1811, the armies of Napoleon had overrun most of Spain, and Joseph Bonaparte sat on the throne in Madrid. But the Spanish government had found refuge in the fortress-port of Cadiz, and the Spaniards refused to admit that they had been conquered. With a British army under Sir Thomas Graham helping to defend Cadiz, the Spanish cause seemed certain to prevail. But then the Spaniards wanted to throw Grahams force into a reckless battle against the French. If the battle was won, the siege of Cadiz would be lifted; if the battle was lost, Cadiz would be rendered defenseless and the Spanish government left at the mercy of the invaders. The opposing forces met on the heights of Barrosa in one of the most savage encounters of the Peninsular War. At stake were the very survival of the Spanish nation and the future course of the war against Napoleon. The Battle of Barrosa is the first book to examine this crucial campaign in detail and to reveal its true historical importance. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Battle of Barrosa Subtitle: Forgotten Battle of the Peninsular War Author: John Grehan, Martin Mace Narrator: Eric Martin Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: By the winter of 1811, the armies of Napoleon had overrun most of Spain, and Joseph Bonaparte sat on the throne in Madrid. But the Spanish government had found refuge in the fortress-port of Cadiz, and the Spaniards refused to admit that they had been conquered. With a British army under Sir Thomas Graham helping to defend Cadiz, the Spanish cause seemed certain to prevail. But then the Spaniards wanted to throw Grahams force into a reckless battle against the French. If the battle was won, the siege of Cadiz would be lifted; if the battle was lost, Cadiz would be rendered defenseless and the Spanish government left at the mercy of the invaders. The opposing forces met on the heights of Barrosa in one of the most savage encounters of the Peninsular War. At stake were the very survival of the Spanish nation and the future course of the war against Napoleon. The Battle of Barrosa is the first book to examine this crucial campaign in detail and to reveal its true historical importance. Members Reviews: Faugh a Baugh! ( Clear The Way) The old Celtic war cry of the 87th Foot This fine little book chronicles a lesser known aspect of the Peninsular War. The Siege of Cadiz in the South of Spain in early 1811 could have had decisive results for Napoleon's ongoing efforts to subjugate Iberia and its people. The author pants a broad picture of the strategic situation facing all the sides. Even the general reader will get a very good idea about the the whole Peninsular War and the context of this one battle. Those more familar with this topic might find much of this information redundant to some extent, and while the actual description of the inspiring little action at Barosa is somewhat brief, there is still much interesting detail to enjoy. The Spanish Cortez or Parliament had taken residency in Cadiz as a last bastion to hold out against the French occupation. While a strong fortress city along the Western shore of Southern Spain it is doubtful whether it could have held out indeffinitely without the assiatnce of the British. The author shows the difficulty and friction the British under Maj-Gen. Thomas Graham had working with the chaotic Spanish in defense of their city. When a sortie against the French was at last agreed upon owing to the weakening of their forces due to Massena's failing Campaign against Wellington in nearby Portugal, it was only with reluctance that Graham agreed to place himself at the disposal of the Spanish for this purpose. What followed was a confused, brief campaign whereby the Anglo-Spanish force of some 11,000 was landed some miles down the shore line in order to march up from the flank and rear of the besieging French. The march was fraught with difficulties as the Spanish failed to provide much in logistic support and they proceeded as usual to march their worn down infantry into the ground in a series of fruitless movements. When at last the allied army neared the French siege lines they were in a far from advantageous state. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Conspiracy-of-Letters-Audiobook/B00JAPQIHK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conspiracy of Letters Author: Liel Leibovitz Narrator: Robert Blumenfeld Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Liel Leibovitz is a senior writer for Tablet Magazine and the author or co-author of five books, including the upcoming A Broken Hallelujah: Rock and Roll, Redemption, and the Life of Leonard Cohen, which will be published by W.W. Norton in April of 2014. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Liel Leibovitz) Mon, 31 Mar 2014 18:35:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Conspiracy-of-Letters-Audiobook/B00JAPQIHK thebookvoice.com 01:48:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conspiracy of Letters Author: Liel Leibovitz Narrator: Robert Blumenfeld Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Liel Leibovitz is a senior writer for Tablet Magazine and the author or co-author of five books, including the upcoming A Broken Hallelujah: Rock and Roll, Redemption, and the Life of Leonard Cohen, which will be published by W.W. Norton in April of 2014. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conspiracy of Letters Author: Liel Leibovitz Narrator: Robert Blumenfeld Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 03-31-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Liel Leibovitz is a senior writer for Tablet Magazine and the author or co-author of five books, including the upcoming A Broken Hallelujah: Rock and Roll, Redemption, and the Life of Leonard Cohen, which will be published by W.W. Norton in April of 2014. Members Reviews: So engrossing I missed my subway stop Powered through "Conspiracy of Letters" in one sitting. (I actually missed my subway stop, I was so engrossed.) What a delight and pleasure to read -- Leibovitz vividly and humorously re-imagines Paris on the cusp of the 20th century, with all her attendant dramas (politics, glamour, sex, anti-Semitism, corruption, etc). I also really enjoyed the meta-fictional narrative -- "Conspiracy of Letters" is sort of the literary equivalent of a re-enactment on a true-crime show, except... good! And high-brow. Highly recommended. Very interesting and very well presented. Though it is a complex story, the history almost reads like a novel. Excellent job. Well written, well presented. An amazing feat given the complexity of the subject. There are many aspects of the story that resonate with today's political situation. Just What I Was Looking For: A Short Primer on the Dreyfuss Affair I enjoyed this book a lot. Because I was struggling with wanting to know more about this important story, but not eager to commit the time needed for a 450-paged, or a 750-paged, version of events, Conspiracy of Letters was a really good option for me. By focusing on the communiques that passed between the spies as the frame for her story, Ms. Leibovitz is able to capture lots of the wider narrative surrounding Dreyfuss's imprisonment, trial and suffering, but with a fraction of the pages of the other books about Dreyfuss. It is very cleverly structured and presented. If Conspiracy of Letters were a beer, it would have both a great taste AND be less filling.... very enjoyable brief account of an "Affaire" of great importance in the life of France. In relatively few pages the author has been able convey both the essence of the "Affaire Dreyfus" as well as the political, psychological and literary events which eventually allowed it be resolved, not in a declaration of innocence of Dreyfus but in what appeared to be exhaustion of a process where every component of French society was involved. Particularly interesting was the analysis and description of the underlying intensive anti- semitism of French society in general and the French military in particular, based on recent revelations of the documents released. Highly recommended. History packaged as a mystery "Conspiracy of Letters" presents the full Dreyfus affair in all its contexts, cultural, ideological and political, but in the admirable scope of a Kindle single precis. The author peels away each mystery as it unfolds chronologically, putting the reader in the times as a real time observer. At the same time the author is as committed to socuial justice as a 21st century Zola and expresses his outrage at official perfidy with a rapier wit that matches the literary spirit of the times. Some say this should be a book but books on the case are legion. Let an essy on a conspiracy of letters be of an esay length, to sieze and involve the uninititiated masses. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Borgias-Audiobook/B006C72NLY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Borgias Author: Marion Johnson Narrator: Aviva Skell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Its no wonder Machiavellis account of Césare Borgia in The Prince became one of the best-selling books in the 1980s business community. Its full of practical hints on how to stab your adversary in the back while staring him in the face. The surprise is how many educated readers still believe that Lucrezia Borgia was the unrivaled monster of her age. That misconception is one of the myths Marion Johnson shatters in her excellent account of a 15th century Italian dynasty. Listeners who prefer contemporary biography will be surprised at how little political mores have really changed. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marion Johnson) Thu, 24 Nov 2011 22:05:11 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Borgias-Audiobook/B006C72NLY thebookvoice.com 07:26:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Borgias Author: Marion Johnson Narrator: Aviva Skell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Its no wonder Machiavellis account of Césare Borgia in The Prince became one of the best-selling books in the 1980s business community. Its full of practical hints on how to stab your adversary in the back while staring him in the face. The surprise is how many educated readers still believe that Lucrezia Borgia was the unrivaled monster of her age. That misconception is one of the myths Marion Johnson shatters in her excellent account of a 15th century Italian dynasty. Listeners who prefer contemporary biography will be surprised at how little political mores have really changed. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Borgias Author: Marion Johnson Narrator: Aviva Skell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Its no wonder Machiavellis account of Césare Borgia in The Prince became one of the best-selling books in the 1980s business community. Its full of practical hints on how to stab your adversary in the back while staring him in the face. The surprise is how many educated readers still believe that Lucrezia Borgia was the unrivaled monster of her age. That misconception is one of the myths Marion Johnson shatters in her excellent account of a 15th century Italian dynasty. Listeners who prefer contemporary biography will be surprised at how little political mores have really changed. Members Reviews: Good story but narrator reads too quickly I enjoyed learning about this phase of the papacy and the Borgias in particular. The only hitch in the book is the narrator reads too quickly which makes enjoying the book the less than wonderful experience it could be. The subject matter is thorough and well written. It's a shame about the narrator though. Captivating The Borgias was a captivating story of a family that came out of nowhere to rise to the heights of power in the church and what today is central Italy before fading away. The story and the presentation was so captivating, it made the drives to and from work go by so much faster. So. Slow. What disappointed you about The Borgias? I'm interested in the idea of the Borgias, but this book is dry. I tried a couple of times, but I just can't get very far. It doesn't seem like all that much is actually known about the family, which may be part of the problem. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Divorced-Beheaded-Died-Audiobook/B003JJ4Z3W Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divorced, Beheaded, Died... Subtitle: The History of Britain's Kings and Queens in Bite-Sized Chunks Author: Kevin Flude Narrator: Ric Jerrom Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From Henry VIII dispatching his numerous wives to Edward VIIIs unprecedented abdication, Britains monarchs have personally been responsible for shaping some of the most dramatic events in the nations history. Encompassing murder, civil war, adultery, usurpation, and madness, Divorced, Beheaded, Died... relates the extraordinary stories of all of Englands kings and queens, plus some of the less well-known Scots and Welsh rulers. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kevin Flude) Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:52:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Divorced-Beheaded-Died-Audiobook/B003JJ4Z3W thebookvoice.com 04:25:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divorced, Beheaded, Died... Subtitle: The History of Britain's Kings and Queens in Bite-Sized Chunks Author: Kevin Flude Narrator: Ric Jerrom Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From Henry VIII dispatching his numerous wives to Edward VIIIs unprecedented abdication, Britains monarchs have personally been responsible for shaping some of the most dramatic events in the nations history. Encompassing murder, civil war, adultery, usurpation, and madness, Divorced, Beheaded, Died... relates the extraordinary stories of all of Englands kings and queens, plus some of the less well-known Scots and Welsh rulers. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Divorced, Beheaded, Died... Subtitle: The History of Britain's Kings and Queens in Bite-Sized Chunks Author: Kevin Flude Narrator: Ric Jerrom Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From Henry VIII dispatching his numerous wives to Edward VIIIs unprecedented abdication, Britains monarchs have personally been responsible for shaping some of the most dramatic events in the nations history. Encompassing murder, civil war, adultery, usurpation, and madness, Divorced, Beheaded, Died... relates the extraordinary stories of all of Englands kings and queens, plus some of the less well-known Scots and Welsh rulers. Members Reviews: Royal Tidbits of Fact & Salacious Scandal One of the few times I think this would be better as a printed book, but still interesting for all that. And oh my goodness, some of the early history was definitely racy. Lots of Kingly murders, adultery, intrigue and some bizarre facts (like the king who had been a leper but cured by the restorative mud at what is now the City of Bath, or the King that was gruesomely murdered by poker). Early Royals (Roman, Viking, Saxon) get a short, succinct sections, the more recent monarchs are more detailed out. Whilst it does have it amusing moments this is mostly an interest factual book, that flows along fairly well, (thankfully in chronological order). I knew a bit of the English history, but it was interesting to get the Welsh and Scottish information (major monarchs only, last two chapters). Recommended to listeners who are interested in the British Monarchy, but like their history light. I dont think I would re-read but will definitely keep an eye out for the book. History in Sound Bites Entertaining look at history, not dry, dull or boring. Capsule comments that give an interesting perspective on the British monarchy. Ric Jerrom has a great voice. Enjoyed every moment of it. Wish there were more books of this nature to listen to. fun to listen to, bite size pieces This was a very enjoyable run through the kings and queens of England and Scotland. As a non-English, it gives me some insights into why certain less popularly known kings are just that - less popular. I liked that it highlights the famous details of each's reigns and that it summarizes the families and eras for easier understanding. I enjoyed the run through and have listened to this twice already - once for the entertainment, and another time for a quick social reference. Very good This book is a whistle stop tour through the kings and queens of Britain. It is an informative and entertaining book. A bite of kings and queens. An enjoyable bite of the rulers of England, Scotland and Wales. This book was a pleasant surprise to me as it included some rulers I didn't know. Written and read in a way that engages the listener. A book I'll listen to gain. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Traitor-to-the-Crown-Audiobook/B003C28VH2 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitor to the Crown Subtitle: The Untold Story of the Popish Plot and the Consipiracy Against Samuel Pepys Author: James Long, Ben Long Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: England, 1679: Fear of conspiracy and religious terrorism have provoked panic in politicians and a zealous reaction from the legal system. Everywhere - or so it is feared - Catholic agents are plotting to overthrow the king. Samuel Pepys, Secretary of the Admiralty, finds himself charged with treason and facing a show trial and execution. Imprisoned in the Tower of London, Pepys sets to work investigating his mysterious accuser, Colonel John Scott, and uncovers a life riddled with ambition, forgery, treason and ultimately murder. Using rare access to Pepys account of the affair, James Long and Ben Long brilliantly evoke a turbulent period in England's history and tell the forgotten story of the two most dangerous years in the life of the legendary diarist. Critic Reviews: For spy story addicts this is a great tale. Imagination could hardly conjure up such a pack of dodgy-dealing double and treble agents as appear on both sides of this story, single-minded as they are in their pursuit of money, women or social standing. (The Times, London) Reads like the best crime novel, yet it is based on brand new researcha book that could be read on the beach, and maybe one dayif Michael Gambon and Jeremy Irons are availableat the cinema. (The Scotsman) biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Long) Tue, 30 Mar 2010 01:20:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Traitor-to-the-Crown-Audiobook/B003C28VH2 thebookvoice.com 10:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitor to the Crown Subtitle: The Untold Story of the Popish Plot and the Consipiracy Against Samuel Pepys Author: James Long, Ben Long Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: England, 1679: Fear of conspiracy and religious terrorism have provoked panic in politicians and a zealous reaction from the legal system. Everywhere - or so it is feared - Catholic agents are plotting to overthrow the king. Samuel Pepys, Secretary of the Admiralty, finds himself charged with treason and facing a show trial and execution. Imprisoned in the Tower of London, Pepys sets to work investigating his mysterious accuser, Colonel John Scott, and uncovers a life riddled with ambition, forgery, treason and ultimately murder. Using rare access to Pepys account of the affair, James Long and Ben Long brilliantly evoke a turbulent period in England's history and tell the forgotten story of the two most dangerous years in the life of the legendary diarist. Critic Reviews: For spy story addicts this is a great tale. Imagination could hardly conjure up such a pack of dodgy-dealing double and treble agents as appear on both sides of this story, single-minded as they are in their pursuit of money, women or social standing. (The Times, London) Reads like the best crime novel, yet it is based on brand new researcha book that could be read on the beach, and maybe one dayif Michael Gambon and Jeremy Irons are availableat the cinema. (The Scotsman) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitor to the Crown Subtitle: The Untold Story of the Popish Plot and the Consipiracy Against Samuel Pepys Author: James Long, Ben Long Narrator: James Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-30-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: England, 1679: Fear of conspiracy and religious terrorism have provoked panic in politicians and a zealous reaction from the legal system. Everywhere - or so it is feared - Catholic agents are plotting to overthrow the king. Samuel Pepys, Secretary of the Admiralty, finds himself charged with treason and facing a show trial and execution. Imprisoned in the Tower of London, Pepys sets to work investigating his mysterious accuser, Colonel John Scott, and uncovers a life riddled with ambition, forgery, treason and ultimately murder. Using rare access to Pepys account of the affair, James Long and Ben Long brilliantly evoke a turbulent period in England's history and tell the forgotten story of the two most dangerous years in the life of the legendary diarist. Critic Reviews: For spy story addicts this is a great tale. Imagination could hardly conjure up such a pack of dodgy-dealing double and treble agents as appear on both sides of this story, single-minded as they are in their pursuit of money, women or social standing. (The Times, London) Reads like the best crime novel, yet it is based on brand new researcha book that could be read on the beach, and maybe one dayif Michael Gambon and Jeremy Irons are availableat the cinema. (The Scotsman) Members Reviews: A book that includes something for everyone I once saw a television program where a man stood in front of some book shelves. He explained that if one were to read one book a week for his entire life, his books would not fill those shelves. I thought about what he said, deciding that (since I could only read fewer than 4000 books) I would be very selective about what I chose to read. If you feel the same way, then this should be one of the books you choose. It has something for everyone: It's a mystery story, a detective story, and a spy story. It is a history, a study in psychology, and a lesson in the potential good and evil in men. There is, literally, something in this for everyone. When the monarchy was restored and Charles II came to the English throne, the Protestant majority greatly feared the return of a potential Catholic king, remembering the Protestant-burnings by "Bloody Mary". As men turned against one another in the name of religion, informers and opportunists inflamed the mobs and turned justice upside down. Samuel Pepys found himself in the middle of the struggle, accused falsely of being a traitor. From his jail cell he coordinated an investigation by his friends to determine the extent of the conspiracy and to clear himself of the charges. The trail led to France, Spain, the Netherlands, the Caribbean, and New York. The authors (father and son) weave the tale well, making an extremely complex sequence of events understandable and gripping. I highly recommend this book. Thought provoking. A very worrying book in so far as one man (and I don't mean Pepys) could change the course of history by lying and manipulating others just for his own ends. I was 99% sure that Pepys didn't come to a bad end but couldn't wait to finish the book in hopes that the man I first mentioned (whose name I don't want to remember) got what he deserved after his life of deceit. A great read! Anyone interested in English history will find this book to be a gem. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Four-Days-of-Naples-Audiobook/B002V1NWX8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Four Days of Naples Author: Aubrey Menen Narrator: Nadia May Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: As the bombardment continued, the famed scugnizzi - the street boys of Naples - grew increasingly exasperated by the passiveness of their elders. Known for centuries for their daring, verve, and enterprise, the boys staged an incredible revolt against the occupying Germans on September 28, 1943. Dragging furniture into the streets, they built barricades and shot at the enemy with stolen guns, inspiring many adults and Italian army deserters to join their ranks. Three days and hundreds of deaths later, the Germans left the city for good. Author and novelist Aubrey Menen was in Naples in 1948 and heard the story of those historic four days first-hand from the scugnizzi themselves. Here he recreates the street-by-street, house-by-house battles that were part of this extraordinary human drama. Critic Reviews: "Based on personal interviews and previously secret U.S. government archives, this well-written account is fascinating." (Library Journal) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aubrey Menen) Thu, 21 Dec 2006 20:30:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Four-Days-of-Naples-Audiobook/B002V1NWX8 thebookvoice.com 10:12:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Four Days of Naples Author: Aubrey Menen Narrator: Nadia May Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: As the bombardment continued, the famed scugnizzi - the street boys of Naples - grew increasingly exasperated by the passiveness of their elders. Known for centuries for their daring, verve, and enterprise, the boys staged an incredible revolt against the occupying Germans on September 28, 1943. Dragging furniture into the streets, they built barricades and shot at the enemy with stolen guns, inspiring many adults and Italian army deserters to join their ranks. Three days and hundreds of deaths later, the Germans left the city for good. Author and novelist Aubrey Menen was in Naples in 1948 and heard the story of those historic four days first-hand from the scugnizzi themselves. Here he recreates the street-by-street, house-by-house battles that were part of this extraordinary human drama. Critic Reviews: "Based on personal interviews and previously secret U.S. government archives, this well-written account is fascinating." (Library Journal) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Four Days of Naples Author: Aubrey Menen Narrator: Nadia May Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: As the bombardment continued, the famed scugnizzi - the street boys of Naples - grew increasingly exasperated by the passiveness of their elders. Known for centuries for their daring, verve, and enterprise, the boys staged an incredible revolt against the occupying Germans on September 28, 1943. Dragging furniture into the streets, they built barricades and shot at the enemy with stolen guns, inspiring many adults and Italian army deserters to join their ranks. Three days and hundreds of deaths later, the Germans left the city for good. Author and novelist Aubrey Menen was in Naples in 1948 and heard the story of those historic four days first-hand from the scugnizzi themselves. Here he recreates the street-by-street, house-by-house battles that were part of this extraordinary human drama. Critic Reviews: "Based on personal interviews and previously secret U.S. government archives, this well-written account is fascinating." (Library Journal) Members Reviews: One of my favorite Audible reads Great, compelling story about the street boys of Naples who launched a revolt against Nazi Germany occupiers, which the adults ultimately joined. A piece of World War II Italian history that everyone should know. Delightfully read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mysterious-Great-Britain-Audiobook/B071KXJ2K8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mysterious Great Britain Subtitle: Monsters, Mysteries, and Magic Across the British Nation Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Great Britain is an ancient land steeped in history and tradition, filled with prehistoric ruins, majestic castles, and a countryside sculpted from millennia of human habitation. Its rolling countryside is dotted with prehistoric burial mounds and stone circles. Brooding castles hold tales of bloodshed and honor. Medieval churches have elaborate stained glass windows and gruesome carvings, reflecting a mixture of hope and darkness. Every hamlet and village has tales that go back centuries, and folk festivals with roots in pagan times. Not everything in Great Britain is as it appears, however. Some say this is a land haunted by spirits, a place of strange disappearances and unexplained phenomena. For centuries, people have told tales of ghosts stalking its historic buildings, strange creatures lurking in its primeval forests, and unexplained paths linking its ancient sites. There is no shortage when it comes to the strange stories the region has to offer, and the legends and lore have compelled many to dig a little deeper and even explore this wonderful land for themselves. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Mon, 01 May 2017 02:46:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Mysterious-Great-Britain-Audiobook/B071KXJ2K8 thebookvoice.com 03:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mysterious Great Britain Subtitle: Monsters, Mysteries, and Magic Across the British Nation Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Great Britain is an ancient land steeped in history and tradition, filled with prehistoric ruins, majestic castles, and a countryside sculpted from millennia of human habitation. Its rolling countryside is dotted with prehistoric burial mounds and stone circles. Brooding castles hold tales of bloodshed and honor. Medieval churches have elaborate stained glass windows and gruesome carvings, reflecting a mixture of hope and darkness. Every hamlet and village has tales that go back centuries, and folk festivals with roots in pagan times. Not everything in Great Britain is as it appears, however. Some say this is a land haunted by spirits, a place of strange disappearances and unexplained phenomena. For centuries, people have told tales of ghosts stalking its historic buildings, strange creatures lurking in its primeval forests, and unexplained paths linking its ancient sites. There is no shortage when it comes to the strange stories the region has to offer, and the legends and lore have compelled many to dig a little deeper and even explore this wonderful land for themselves. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mysterious Great Britain Subtitle: Monsters, Mysteries, and Magic Across the British Nation Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Great Britain is an ancient land steeped in history and tradition, filled with prehistoric ruins, majestic castles, and a countryside sculpted from millennia of human habitation. Its rolling countryside is dotted with prehistoric burial mounds and stone circles. Brooding castles hold tales of bloodshed and honor. Medieval churches have elaborate stained glass windows and gruesome carvings, reflecting a mixture of hope and darkness. Every hamlet and village has tales that go back centuries, and folk festivals with roots in pagan times. Not everything in Great Britain is as it appears, however. Some say this is a land haunted by spirits, a place of strange disappearances and unexplained phenomena. For centuries, people have told tales of ghosts stalking its historic buildings, strange creatures lurking in its primeval forests, and unexplained paths linking its ancient sites. There is no shortage when it comes to the strange stories the region has to offer, and the legends and lore have compelled many to dig a little deeper and even explore this wonderful land for themselves. Members Reviews: More Than Just Loch Ness, Ghosts and Crop Circles... ...made for an interesting if unusual stroll down 'history' lane as well. Learned about the thieving escapades of Colonel Blood, assassination attempts on King George III and prison escapes of Jack Sheppard. Know to avoid being an ale-conner (sampling could give you food poisoning), that chimney sweeps aren't a fine profession as to black lung and deformities as well as what 'toshing' involved. Most interesting to me were realizing Fatbergs could approach the size of a Boeing 747, that you don't want to be digging in empty lots in downtown London (there are much worse things than radon) and as for cannibalistic clans running rampant for 25 years the family of Sawney Beane seem tough to beat. Great book overall and I did enjoy! and people who are interested in ghost stories and unexplained phenomena will also enjoy it. This compilation of odd legends and folk tales will interest anyone who likes British history, and people who are interested in ghost stories and unexplained phenomena will also enjoy it. Great Read Interesting and well written. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Warfare-in-the-Era-of-Pike-and-Shot-Audiobook/B06XCPYN11 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warfare in the Era of Pike and Shot Subtitle: The History and Legacy of the Military Strategies That Ushered in Modern Warfare Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the time period between the fall of Rome and the spread of the Renaissance across the European continent, many of today's European nations were formed, the Catholic Church rose to great prominence, some of history's most famous wars occurred, and a social class system was instituted that lasted over 1,000 years. A lot of activity took place during a period frequently labeled derogatorily as the Dark Ages, and while that period of time is mostly referred to as the Middle Ages instead of the Dark Ages today, it has still retained the stigma of being a sort of lost period of time in which Western civilization made no worthwhile progress after the advances of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome. In reality, this oversimplification of the Middle Ages overlooks the progress made in the studies of sciences and philosophy. If anything, the one aspect of the Middle Ages that has been romanticized is medieval warfare. Indeed, the Middle Ages have long sparked people's imaginations thanks to imagery of armored knights battling on horseback and armies of men trying to breach the walls of formidable castles. What is generally forgotten is that medieval warfare was constantly adapting to the times as leaders adopted new techniques and technology, and common infantry became increasingly important throughout the period. There was a gradual consolidation of power in the region after the fragmentation of the Early Middle Ages, and it brought about the rise of more centralized states that could field large armies. Meanwhile, political and technological progress led to continuous change of tactics and equipment. By the end of the period, warfare was radically changing thanks to the rise of gunpowder weapons such as the handgonne and the bombard. By the middle of the 15th century, artillery was knocking down castle walls that had stood for generations, while infantry were also proving their worth with powerful longbows and tight formations of polearms that upset the long dominance of mounted, heavily armored knights. Handheld firearms such as the matchlock were becoming more common and changing the face of the battlefield by making armor obsolete. New types of soldiers had to be trained and developed, and new tactics had to take into account the emerging era of black powder weapons, ushering in a time of great change in military strategy, tactics, and technology. The era of pike and shot was one of rapid development and experimentation by generals, monarchs, and regular soldiers as they came to grip with the new face of battle. It was also a rather short period; by 1700, the flintlock, a more efficient weapon than the matchlock, had become universal among European armies, and its improved accuracy and faster rate of fire made the tight pike formations obsolete. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 02 Mar 2017 14:34:05 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Warfare-in-the-Era-of-Pike-and-Shot-Audiobook/B06XCPYN11 thebookvoice.com 01:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warfare in the Era of Pike and Shot Subtitle: The History and Legacy of the Military Strategies That Ushered in Modern Warfare Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the time period between the fall of Rome and the spread of the Renaissance across the European continent, many of today's European nations were formed, the Catholic Church rose to great prominence, some of history's most famous wars occurred, and a social class system was instituted that lasted over 1,000 years. A lot of activity took place during a period frequently labeled derogatorily as the Dark Ages, and while that period of time is mostly referred to as the Middle Ages instead of the Dark Ages today, it has still retained the stigma of being a sort of lost period of time in which Western civilization made no worthwhile progress after the advances of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome. In reality, this oversimplification of the Middle Ages overlooks the progress made in the studies of sciences and philosophy. If anything, the one aspect of the Middle Ages that has been romanticized is medieval warfare. Indeed, the Middle Ages have long sparked people's imaginations thanks to imagery of armored knights battling on horseback and armies of men trying to breach the walls of formidable castles. What is generally forgotten is that medieval warfare was constantly adapting to the times as leaders adopted new techniques and technology, and common infantry became increasingly important throughout the period. There was a gradual consolidation of power in the region after the fragmentation of the Early Middle Ages, and it brought about the rise of more centralized states that could field large armies. Meanwhile, political and technological progress led to continuous change of tactics and equipment. By the end of the period, warfare was radically changing thanks to the rise of gunpowder weapons such as the handgonne and the bombard. By the middle of the 15th century, artillery was knocking down castle walls that had stood for generations, while infantry were also proving their worth with powerful longbows and tight formations of polearms that upset the long dominance of mounted, heavily armored knights. Handheld firearms such as the matchlock were becoming more common and changing the face of the battlefield by making armor obsolete. New types of soldiers had to be trained and developed, and new tactics had to take into account the emerging era of black powder weapons, ushering in a time of great change in military strategy, tactics, and technology. The era of pike and shot was one of rapid development and experimentation by generals, monarchs, and regular soldiers as they came to grip with the new face of battle. It was also a rather short period; by 1700, the flintlock, a more efficient weapon than the matchlock, had become universal among European armies, and its improved accuracy and faster rate of fire made the tight pike formations obsolete. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Warfare in the Era of Pike and Shot Subtitle: The History and Legacy of the Military Strategies That Ushered in Modern Warfare Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In the time period between the fall of Rome and the spread of the Renaissance across the European continent, many of today's European nations were formed, the Catholic Church rose to great prominence, some of history's most famous wars occurred, and a social class system was instituted that lasted over 1,000 years. A lot of activity took place during a period frequently labeled derogatorily as the Dark Ages, and while that period of time is mostly referred to as the Middle Ages instead of the Dark Ages today, it has still retained the stigma of being a sort of lost period of time in which Western civilization made no worthwhile progress after the advances of the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome. In reality, this oversimplification of the Middle Ages overlooks the progress made in the studies of sciences and philosophy. If anything, the one aspect of the Middle Ages that has been romanticized is medieval warfare. Indeed, the Middle Ages have long sparked people's imaginations thanks to imagery of armored knights battling on horseback and armies of men trying to breach the walls of formidable castles. What is generally forgotten is that medieval warfare was constantly adapting to the times as leaders adopted new techniques and technology, and common infantry became increasingly important throughout the period. There was a gradual consolidation of power in the region after the fragmentation of the Early Middle Ages, and it brought about the rise of more centralized states that could field large armies. Meanwhile, political and technological progress led to continuous change of tactics and equipment. By the end of the period, warfare was radically changing thanks to the rise of gunpowder weapons such as the handgonne and the bombard. By the middle of the 15th century, artillery was knocking down castle walls that had stood for generations, while infantry were also proving their worth with powerful longbows and tight formations of polearms that upset the long dominance of mounted, heavily armored knights. Handheld firearms such as the matchlock were becoming more common and changing the face of the battlefield by making armor obsolete. New types of soldiers had to be trained and developed, and new tactics had to take into account the emerging era of black powder weapons, ushering in a time of great change in military strategy, tactics, and technology. The era of pike and shot was one of rapid development and experimentation by generals, monarchs, and regular soldiers as they came to grip with the new face of battle. It was also a rather short period; by 1700, the flintlock, a more efficient weapon than the matchlock, had become universal among European armies, and its improved accuracy and faster rate of fire made the tight pike formations obsolete. Members Reviews: Five Stars very inlighting on a subject ikeep reading about This was a really interesting military history. It discusses ... This was a really interesting military history. It discusses all aspects of fighting near the end of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, from cavalry to artillery, and how armies sought to counter each technological advance. One Star About a comic book size and content. Not a book for adults. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-revolucion-de-1830-El-triunfo-del-liberalismo-doctrinario-en-Francia-Revolution-1830-The-Triumph-of-Doctrinaire-Liberalism-in-France-Audiobook/B01H7Q3RIQ Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La revolución de 1830: El triunfo del liberalismo doctrinario en Francia [Revolution 1830: The Triumph of Doctrinaire Liberalism in France] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 40 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-20-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Fue un proceso revolucionario que comienza en Francia con la denominada Revolución de Julio que llevó al trono a Luís Felipe y abrieron el periodo conocido como Monarquía de Julio extendiéndose luego por buena parte del continente europeo, especialmente en Bélgica - que obtuvo la independencia frente a Holanda - , Alemania e Italia - donde se identifica con movimientos de tipo nacionalista unificador - , Polonia y el Imperio austríaco. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Mon, 20 Jun 2016 19:12:06 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-revolucion-de-1830-El-triunfo-del-liberalismo-doctrinario-en-Francia-Revolution-1830-The-Triumph-of-Doctrinaire-Liberalism-in-France-Audiobook/B01H7Q3RIQ thebookvoice.com 00:40:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La revolución de 1830: El triunfo del liberalismo doctrinario en Francia [Revolution 1830: The Triumph of Doctrinaire Liberalism in France] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 40 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-20-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Fue un proceso revolucionario que comienza en Francia con la denominada Revolución de Julio que llevó al trono a Luís Felipe y abrieron el periodo conocido como Monarquía de Julio extendiéndose luego por buena parte del continente europeo, especialmente en Bélgica - que obtuvo la independencia frente a Holanda - , Alemania e Italia - donde se identifica con movimientos de tipo nacionalista unificador - , Polonia y el Imperio austríaco. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La revolución de 1830: El triunfo del liberalismo doctrinario en Francia [Revolution 1830: The Triumph of Doctrinaire Liberalism in France] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 40 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-20-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Fue un proceso revolucionario que comienza en Francia con la denominada Revolución de Julio que llevó al trono a Luís Felipe y abrieron el periodo conocido como Monarquía de Julio extendiéndose luego por buena parte del continente europeo, especialmente en Bélgica - que obtuvo la independencia frente a Holanda - , Alemania e Italia - donde se identifica con movimientos de tipo nacionalista unificador - , Polonia y el Imperio austríaco. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Revolucion-Rusa-de-1905-La-primera-clarinada-de-alerta-The-Russian-Revolution-of-1905-The-First-Clarion-Call-Audiobook/B01H0LA15U Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Revolución Rusa de 1905: La primera clarinada de alerta [The Russian Revolution of 1905: The First Clarion Call] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 26 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-14-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Cuatrocientos años llevaba en el poder la dinastía de los zares en Rusia. Hartos de las guerras y penurias económicas, el país sólo deseaba trabajo y prosperidad. Estas terribles circunstancias motivaron la preparación de su clase intelectual y campesina hacia la lucha contra el zar Nicolás II, representante de una dinastía moral y políticamente corrompida. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Tue, 14 Jun 2016 19:00:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Revolucion-Rusa-de-1905-La-primera-clarinada-de-alerta-The-Russian-Revolution-of-1905-The-First-Clarion-Call-Audiobook/B01H0LA15U thebookvoice.com 00:26:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Revolución Rusa de 1905: La primera clarinada de alerta [The Russian Revolution of 1905: The First Clarion Call] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 26 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-14-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Cuatrocientos años llevaba en el poder la dinastía de los zares en Rusia. Hartos de las guerras y penurias económicas, el país sólo deseaba trabajo y prosperidad. Estas terribles circunstancias motivaron la preparación de su clase intelectual y campesina hacia la lucha contra el zar Nicolás II, representante de una dinastía moral y políticamente corrompida. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Revolución Rusa de 1905: La primera clarinada de alerta [The Russian Revolution of 1905: The First Clarion Call] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 26 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-14-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Cuatrocientos años llevaba en el poder la dinastía de los zares en Rusia. Hartos de las guerras y penurias económicas, el país sólo deseaba trabajo y prosperidad. Estas terribles circunstancias motivaron la preparación de su clase intelectual y campesina hacia la lucha contra el zar Nicolás II, representante de una dinastía moral y políticamente corrompida. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Golosa-Zazvuchavshie-Vnov-Audiobook/B00M9DLBBS Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Golosa, Zazvuchavshie Vnov Author: Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa Narrator: Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Dmytro Strelbytskyy Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Odnim iz pervyih pisateley v Rossii byil zapisan na fonograf Lev Tolstoy. Eto proizoshlo v fevrale 1895 goda. Potom, uzhe na plastinki byili zapisanyi golosa ne tolko Lva Tolstogo, no i Valeriya Bryusova, Leonida Andreeva, Ivana Bunina i drugih poetov i pisateley.V 1918 godu v Petrograde byil organizovan Institut zhivogo slova. Issledovanie avtorskogo chteniya na materiale fonograficheskih zapisey vel professor S.I. Bernshteyn. V svoih statyah S.I. Bernshteyn pisal, v chastnosti, ob osobennostyah sderzhanno-emotsionalnogo povestvovaniya, svoystvennogo deklamatsii Bloka, o propovednicheskom pafose Belogo, ob oratorskih intonatsiyah v kontrastnom sochetanii s razgovornyim stilem v chtenii Mayakovskogo, o teatralno tragicheskom pafose Mandelshtama, o stile skorbnogo vospominaniya Ahmatovoy, o vzvolnovannosti i ubezhdennosti v proiznesenii stiha Voloshinyim. Kogda slushaesh zapis golosa Esenina, ego chtenie kazhetsya neozhidannyim. Poet, kotoryiy, sudya po ego stiham, kazalos byi, dolzhen proiznosit svoi stroki proniknovenno, zadumchivo, pevuche (imenno tak zvuchat ego stihi v ispolnenii mnogih akterov), chitaet neistovo, burno, gromoglasno.Harakternyie chertyi avtorskogo chteniya mozhno rasslyishat v zapisyah, predstavlennyih na diske. Staryie zapisi zvuchat ne ochen otchetlivo, peredavaya inogda dazhe ne sami golosa, a lish ih obednennyie, podchas s iskazhennyim tembrom otzvuki.Eti zapisi mozhno i nuzhno slushat mnogo raz. Snachala, polzuyas prilagaemyim k disku tekstom, potom, uzhe znaya tekst, i, privyiknuv, priterpevshis k defektam zvuchaniya, skvoz shipyi, shorohi i potreskivaniya vyi vse yavstvennee budete slyishat golos stol znachitelnyih i stol raznyih pisateley i poetov, smozhete kak byi oschutit ih prisutstvie, pochuvstvovat svoeobrazie lichnosti. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Critic Reviews: Eti zapisi mozhno i nuzhno slushat mnogo raz. Snachala, polzuyas prilagaemyim k disku tekstom, potom, uzhe znaya tekst, i, privyiknuv, priterpevshis k defektam zvuchaniya, skvoz shipyi, shorohi i potreskivaniya vyi vse yavstvennee budete slyishat golos stol znachitelnyih i stol raznyih pisateley i poetov, smozhete kak byi oschutit ih prisutstvie, pochuvstvovat svoeobrazie lichnosti. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa) Thu, 31 Jul 2014 10:37:12 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Golosa-Zazvuchavshie-Vnov-Audiobook/B00M9DLBBS thebookvoice.com 00:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Golosa, Zazvuchavshie Vnov Author: Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa Narrator: Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Dmytro Strelbytskyy Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Odnim iz pervyih pisateley v Rossii byil zapisan na fonograf Lev Tolstoy. Eto proizoshlo v fevrale 1895 goda. Potom, uzhe na plastinki byili zapisanyi golosa ne tolko Lva Tolstogo, no i Valeriya Bryusova, Leonida Andreeva, Ivana Bunina i drugih poetov i pisateley.V 1918 godu v Petrograde byil organizovan Institut zhivogo slova. Issledovanie avtorskogo chteniya na materiale fonograficheskih zapisey vel professor S.I. Bernshteyn. V svoih statyah S.I. Bernshteyn pisal, v chastnosti, ob osobennostyah sderzhanno-emotsionalnogo povestvovaniya, svoystvennogo deklamatsii Bloka, o propovednicheskom pafose Belogo, ob oratorskih intonatsiyah v kontrastnom sochetanii s razgovornyim stilem v chtenii Mayakovskogo, o teatralno tragicheskom pafose Mandelshtama, o stile skorbnogo vospominaniya Ahmatovoy, o vzvolnovannosti i ubezhdennosti v proiznesenii stiha Voloshinyim. Kogda slushaesh zapis golosa Esenina, ego chtenie kazhetsya neozhidannyim. Poet, kotoryiy, sudya po ego stiham, kazalos byi, dolzhen proiznosit svoi stroki proniknovenno, zadumchivo, pevuche (imenno tak zvuchat ego stihi v ispolnenii mnogih akterov), chitaet neistovo, burno, gromoglasno.Harakternyie chertyi avtorskogo chteniya mozhno rasslyishat v zapisyah, predstavlennyih na diske. Staryie zapisi zvuchat ne ochen otchetlivo, peredavaya inogda dazhe ne sami golosa, a lish ih obednennyie, podchas s iskazhennyim tembrom otzvuki.Eti zapisi mozhno i nuzhno slushat mnogo raz. Snachala, polzuyas prilagaemyim k disku tekstom, potom, uzhe znaya tekst, i, privyiknuv, priterpevshis k defektam zvuchaniya, skvoz shipyi, shorohi i potreskivaniya vyi vse yavstvennee budete slyishat golos stol znachitelnyih i stol raznyih pisateley i poetov, smozhete kak byi oschutit ih prisutstvie, pochuvstvovat svoeobrazie lichnosti. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Critic Reviews: Eti zapisi mozhno i nuzhno slushat mnogo raz. Snachala, polzuyas prilagaemyim k disku tekstom, potom, uzhe znaya tekst, i, privyiknuv, priterpevshis k defektam zvuchaniya, skvoz shipyi, shorohi i potreskivaniya vyi vse yavstvennee budete slyishat golos stol znachitelnyih i stol raznyih pisateley i poetov, smozhete kak byi oschutit ih prisutstvie, pochuvstvovat svoeobrazie lichnosti. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Golosa, Zazvuchavshie Vnov Author: Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa Narrator: Zazvuchavshie Vnov Golosa Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Dmytro Strelbytskyy Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Odnim iz pervyih pisateley v Rossii byil zapisan na fonograf Lev Tolstoy. Eto proizoshlo v fevrale 1895 goda. Potom, uzhe na plastinki byili zapisanyi golosa ne tolko Lva Tolstogo, no i Valeriya Bryusova, Leonida Andreeva, Ivana Bunina i drugih poetov i pisateley.V 1918 godu v Petrograde byil organizovan Institut zhivogo slova. Issledovanie avtorskogo chteniya na materiale fonograficheskih zapisey vel professor S.I. Bernshteyn. V svoih statyah S.I. Bernshteyn pisal, v chastnosti, ob osobennostyah sderzhanno-emotsionalnogo povestvovaniya, svoystvennogo deklamatsii Bloka, o propovednicheskom pafose Belogo, ob oratorskih intonatsiyah v kontrastnom sochetanii s razgovornyim stilem v chtenii Mayakovskogo, o teatralno tragicheskom pafose Mandelshtama, o stile skorbnogo vospominaniya Ahmatovoy, o vzvolnovannosti i ubezhdennosti v proiznesenii stiha Voloshinyim. Kogda slushaesh zapis golosa Esenina, ego chtenie kazhetsya neozhidannyim. Poet, kotoryiy, sudya po ego stiham, kazalos byi, dolzhen proiznosit svoi stroki proniknovenno, zadumchivo, pevuche (imenno tak zvuchat ego stihi v ispolnenii mnogih akterov), chitaet neistovo, burno, gromoglasno.Harakternyie chertyi avtorskogo chteniya mozhno rasslyishat v zapisyah, predstavlennyih na diske. Staryie zapisi zvuchat ne ochen otchetlivo, peredavaya inogda dazhe ne sami golosa, a lish ih obednennyie, podchas s iskazhennyim tembrom otzvuki.Eti zapisi mozhno i nuzhno slushat mnogo raz. Snachala, polzuyas prilagaemyim k disku tekstom, potom, uzhe znaya tekst, i, privyiknuv, priterpevshis k defektam zvuchaniya, skvoz shipyi, shorohi i potreskivaniya vyi vse yavstvennee budete slyishat golos stol znachitelnyih i stol raznyih pisateley i poetov, smozhete kak byi oschutit ih prisutstvie, pochuvstvovat svoeobrazie lichnosti. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Critic Reviews: Eti zapisi mozhno i nuzhno slushat mnogo raz. Snachala, polzuyas prilagaemyim k disku tekstom, potom, uzhe znaya tekst, i, privyiknuv, priterpevshis k defektam zvuchaniya, skvoz shipyi, shorohi i potreskivaniya vyi vse yavstvennee budete slyishat golos stol znachitelnyih i stol raznyih pisateley i poetov, smozhete kak byi oschutit ih prisutstvie, pochuvstvovat svoeobrazie lichnosti. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Greatest-Battles-in-History-The-Battle-of-Trafalgar-Audiobook/B00ZB4R5UI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Battles in History: The Battle of Trafalgar Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: James McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Over the course of its history, England has engaged in an uncountable number of battles, but only a select few have been celebrated like the Battle of Trafalgar, one of the most important naval battles in history. Before the battle Napoleon still harbored dreams of sailing an invasive force across the English Channel and subduing England, but they were dashed on October 21, 1805, by a British fleet that was outnumbered and outgunned. That morning Admiral Horatio Nelson's fleet, 27 strong, bore down on the Franco-Spanish fleet, approaching at right angles in two columns. French Admiral Pierre-Charles Villeneuve's disposition was conventional: a single line of battle, ill formed due to the very light winds and the poor seamanship of many of the crews. Traditional naval warfare strategies called for approaching an enemy fleet in one line and then creating a parallel line that allowed as many guns to fire as possible. At the same time, that kind of line allowed admirals to signal during battle and made retreating in an orderly fashion easier. After all, if an enemy's ships pursued during a retreat, they would break their own line. The problem with that strategy, as Nelson saw it, was that the ability to retreat made fighting a decisive naval battle much more difficult. Thus, at Trafalgar, he employed a completely innovative strategy. The British plan was to punch straight through the enemy line with two approaching columns of ships, which would cut the Franco-Spanish fleet's line into three parts, prompting a melee that they knew would capitalize on their tactical superiority. By the time the Battle of Trafalgar was finished, Nelson had scored arguably one of the most decisive victories in the history of naval warfare. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Wed, 10 Jun 2015 10:26:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Greatest-Battles-in-History-The-Battle-of-Trafalgar-Audiobook/B00ZB4R5UI thebookvoice.com 01:18:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Battles in History: The Battle of Trafalgar Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: James McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Over the course of its history, England has engaged in an uncountable number of battles, but only a select few have been celebrated like the Battle of Trafalgar, one of the most important naval battles in history. Before the battle Napoleon still harbored dreams of sailing an invasive force across the English Channel and subduing England, but they were dashed on October 21, 1805, by a British fleet that was outnumbered and outgunned. That morning Admiral Horatio Nelson's fleet, 27 strong, bore down on the Franco-Spanish fleet, approaching at right angles in two columns. French Admiral Pierre-Charles Villeneuve's disposition was conventional: a single line of battle, ill formed due to the very light winds and the poor seamanship of many of the crews. Traditional naval warfare strategies called for approaching an enemy fleet in one line and then creating a parallel line that allowed as many guns to fire as possible. At the same time, that kind of line allowed admirals to signal during battle and made retreating in an orderly fashion easier. After all, if an enemy's ships pursued during a retreat, they would break their own line. The problem with that strategy, as Nelson saw it, was that the ability to retreat made fighting a decisive naval battle much more difficult. Thus, at Trafalgar, he employed a completely innovative strategy. The British plan was to punch straight through the enemy line with two approaching columns of ships, which would cut the Franco-Spanish fleet's line into three parts, prompting a melee that they knew would capitalize on their tactical superiority. By the time the Battle of Trafalgar was finished, Nelson had scored arguably one of the most decisive victories in the history of naval warfare. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Battles in History: The Battle of Trafalgar Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: James McSorley Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 06-10-15 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Over the course of its history, England has engaged in an uncountable number of battles, but only a select few have been celebrated like the Battle of Trafalgar, one of the most important naval battles in history. Before the battle Napoleon still harbored dreams of sailing an invasive force across the English Channel and subduing England, but they were dashed on October 21, 1805, by a British fleet that was outnumbered and outgunned. That morning Admiral Horatio Nelson's fleet, 27 strong, bore down on the Franco-Spanish fleet, approaching at right angles in two columns. French Admiral Pierre-Charles Villeneuve's disposition was conventional: a single line of battle, ill formed due to the very light winds and the poor seamanship of many of the crews. Traditional naval warfare strategies called for approaching an enemy fleet in one line and then creating a parallel line that allowed as many guns to fire as possible. At the same time, that kind of line allowed admirals to signal during battle and made retreating in an orderly fashion easier. After all, if an enemy's ships pursued during a retreat, they would break their own line. The problem with that strategy, as Nelson saw it, was that the ability to retreat made fighting a decisive naval battle much more difficult. Thus, at Trafalgar, he employed a completely innovative strategy. The British plan was to punch straight through the enemy line with two approaching columns of ships, which would cut the Franco-Spanish fleet's line into three parts, prompting a melee that they knew would capitalize on their tactical superiority. By the time the Battle of Trafalgar was finished, Nelson had scored arguably one of the most decisive victories in the history of naval warfare. Members Reviews: The Happy Medium of History, Brevity, and Literary Polish I ardently love the Age of Sail, having the full works of authors such as Patrick O'Brian and C.S. Forester and various autobiographical, historical, and technical volumes (even a cookbook!). When I saw THE BATTLE OF TRAFALGAR, I was keenly interested. It may be only 58 pages, but it treats this legendary battle with full justice, accuracy, and lively prose. Yes, there are thick, ponderous tomes concerning this pivotal encounter, detailing every moment, maneuver, participant with countless minutiae. However, there are far shorter descriptions that equally drain all life out of a very human event, leaving nothing but a dry stack of dates and lists. This particular treatment hits the happy medium for the casual yet curious reader. Fluid writing, perfect formatting, pertinent illustrations, and illuminating treatment, accessible to even the vague understanding of wooden ship life yet deeply embued enough with historical breadth to satisfy both fictional fans and research students alike. If this is a fair example of Charles River Editor's quality, then I must look into other offerings. The Greatest Battles in History History is very much of interest to me as try to become more acquainted with pieces of history that I am not familiar. It seems as time passes, what I have learned in the past has become fuzzy. I like having references that I can restore sections of history that I should have remembered from my time in school. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Roumanian-Journey-Audiobook/B00E0UDZRQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Roumanian Journey Author: Sacheverell Sitwell Narrator: Matt Addis Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "At the first mention of going to Roumania, a great many people, as I did myself, would take down their atlas and open the map. For Roumania, there can be no question, is among the lesser known lands of Europe." So begins Sir Sacheverell Sitwell's account of his Roumanian journey, made in the 1930s, when Bucharest was still eight days overland from London. His four-week trip brings him into contact with longhaired gypsies at country fairs as well as the aristocracy in their medieval castles. The natural richness and variety of the landscape - from Transylvania to the Wallachian plains, the Carpathian peaks to the Danube Delta - delight him, as does the diversity of humanity he encounters, while his deep knowledge of European art and architecture makes him the ideal guide to the paintings, frescos, and buildings of Roumania. It is impossible, of course, to read of Roumania in the 1930s without thinking of what lay ahead for that country, but the abiding impression left by the book is of the freshness of Sitwell's perceptions and his unquenchable curiosity in everything he saw. About the Author: The youngest child of Sir George Reresby Sitwell, Sachverell Sitwell (1897-1988) was born in Scarborough, Yorkshire and brought up in Derbyshire; he was educated at Eton College and Balliol College, Oxford. In World War I he served from 1916 in the British Army, in the Grenadier Guards. After the war he went to Balliol but did not complete a degree; and was heavily involved in Osbert and Edith's projects. In 1925 he married a Canadian, Georgia Doble. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sacheverell Sitwell) Tue, 23 Jul 2013 03:02:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Roumanian-Journey-Audiobook/B00E0UDZRQ thebookvoice.com 05:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Roumanian Journey Author: Sacheverell Sitwell Narrator: Matt Addis Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "At the first mention of going to Roumania, a great many people, as I did myself, would take down their atlas and open the map. For Roumania, there can be no question, is among the lesser known lands of Europe." So begins Sir Sacheverell Sitwell's account of his Roumanian journey, made in the 1930s, when Bucharest was still eight days overland from London. His four-week trip brings him into contact with longhaired gypsies at country fairs as well as the aristocracy in their medieval castles. The natural richness and variety of the landscape - from Transylvania to the Wallachian plains, the Carpathian peaks to the Danube Delta - delight him, as does the diversity of humanity he encounters, while his deep knowledge of European art and architecture makes him the ideal guide to the paintings, frescos, and buildings of Roumania. It is impossible, of course, to read of Roumania in the 1930s without thinking of what lay ahead for that country, but the abiding impression left by the book is of the freshness of Sitwell's perceptions and his unquenchable curiosity in everything he saw. About the Author: The youngest child of Sir George Reresby Sitwell, Sachverell Sitwell (1897-1988) was born in Scarborough, Yorkshire and brought up in Derbyshire; he was educated at Eton College and Balliol College, Oxford. In World War I he served from 1916 in the British Army, in the Grenadier Guards. After the war he went to Balliol but did not complete a degree; and was heavily involved in Osbert and Edith's projects. In 1925 he married a Canadian, Georgia Doble. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Roumanian Journey Author: Sacheverell Sitwell Narrator: Matt Addis Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "At the first mention of going to Roumania, a great many people, as I did myself, would take down their atlas and open the map. For Roumania, there can be no question, is among the lesser known lands of Europe." So begins Sir Sacheverell Sitwell's account of his Roumanian journey, made in the 1930s, when Bucharest was still eight days overland from London. His four-week trip brings him into contact with longhaired gypsies at country fairs as well as the aristocracy in their medieval castles. The natural richness and variety of the landscape - from Transylvania to the Wallachian plains, the Carpathian peaks to the Danube Delta - delight him, as does the diversity of humanity he encounters, while his deep knowledge of European art and architecture makes him the ideal guide to the paintings, frescos, and buildings of Roumania. It is impossible, of course, to read of Roumania in the 1930s without thinking of what lay ahead for that country, but the abiding impression left by the book is of the freshness of Sitwell's perceptions and his unquenchable curiosity in everything he saw. About the Author: The youngest child of Sir George Reresby Sitwell, Sachverell Sitwell (1897-1988) was born in Scarborough, Yorkshire and brought up in Derbyshire; he was educated at Eton College and Balliol College, Oxford. In World War I he served from 1916 in the British Army, in the Grenadier Guards. After the war he went to Balliol but did not complete a degree; and was heavily involved in Osbert and Edith's projects. In 1925 he married a Canadian, Georgia Doble. Members Reviews: Overall good, though ending a bit creepy Most of this book is a fairly evocative description of pre-war Romania, tough to read in hindsight knowing that a decade later the places he visited were (largely) reduced to wasteland. Still, that's true of continental settings of the period. I was struck how Sitwell freely refers to poor agricultural workers as "peasants"; would he object to poor, rural Englishmen being called that? Hmmm ... I wonder ... During the travels, he has rather ... uncharitable things to say about the Jewish "masses" he observes, but those can be (grudgingly) chalked up as ignorant, Victorian-era generalizations, the occasional nasty, noisome belch. However, the last section focuses on what he calls the "Jewish question" - what to "do" about the millions of Hasidim in Eastern Europe? He suggests relocating these unproductive, backward folks to somewhere remote, such as Madagascar or South America. Although never coming close to a "final" solution, I was left wondering how much he regretted the one that was implemented? Audio narration is excellent. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Longest-Year-Audiobook/B00YVR16I8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Longest Year Subtitle: America at War and at Home in 1944 Author: Victor Brooks Narrator: Travis Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The D-Day invasion of Nazi-occupied Europe, launched on June 6, 1944, is widely referred to as the longest day of World War Two. Historian Victor Brooks argues that 1944 was, in effect, the longest year for Americans of that era both in terms of United States casualties and in deciding the outcome of war itself. Brooks also argues that only the particular war events of 1944 could have produced the reshuffling of the cards of life that, in essence, changed the rules for most of the 140 million Americans in some fashion. Rather than focusing on military battles and strategy alone, the author chronicles the year as a microcosm of disparate military, political, and civilian events that came together to define a specific moment in time. As war was raging in Europe, Americans on the home front continued to cope (with some prospering). As US forces launched an offensive against the Japanese in the Mariana Islands and Palau, folks at home enjoyed morale-boosting movies and songs such as To Have and Have Not and "G.I. Jive". And as American troops invaded the island of Leyte - launching the largest naval battle during the war - President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Thomas E. Dewey were in the home stretch leading up to the election of 1944. It has been said that the arc of history is long. Throughout American history, however, some years have been truly momentous. This book makes the case that 1944 was one such year. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Brooks) Tue, 07 Jul 2015 02:17:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Longest-Year-Audiobook/B00YVR16I8 thebookvoice.com 09:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Longest Year Subtitle: America at War and at Home in 1944 Author: Victor Brooks Narrator: Travis Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The D-Day invasion of Nazi-occupied Europe, launched on June 6, 1944, is widely referred to as the longest day of World War Two. Historian Victor Brooks argues that 1944 was, in effect, the longest year for Americans of that era both in terms of United States casualties and in deciding the outcome of war itself. Brooks also argues that only the particular war events of 1944 could have produced the reshuffling of the cards of life that, in essence, changed the rules for most of the 140 million Americans in some fashion. Rather than focusing on military battles and strategy alone, the author chronicles the year as a microcosm of disparate military, political, and civilian events that came together to define a specific moment in time. As war was raging in Europe, Americans on the home front continued to cope (with some prospering). As US forces launched an offensive against the Japanese in the Mariana Islands and Palau, folks at home enjoyed morale-boosting movies and songs such as To Have and Have Not and "G.I. Jive". And as American troops invaded the island of Leyte - launching the largest naval battle during the war - President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Thomas E. Dewey were in the home stretch leading up to the election of 1944. It has been said that the arc of history is long. Throughout American history, however, some years have been truly momentous. This book makes the case that 1944 was one such year. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Longest Year Subtitle: America at War and at Home in 1944 Author: Victor Brooks Narrator: Travis Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The D-Day invasion of Nazi-occupied Europe, launched on June 6, 1944, is widely referred to as the longest day of World War Two. Historian Victor Brooks argues that 1944 was, in effect, the longest year for Americans of that era both in terms of United States casualties and in deciding the outcome of war itself. Brooks also argues that only the particular war events of 1944 could have produced the reshuffling of the cards of life that, in essence, changed the rules for most of the 140 million Americans in some fashion. Rather than focusing on military battles and strategy alone, the author chronicles the year as a microcosm of disparate military, political, and civilian events that came together to define a specific moment in time. As war was raging in Europe, Americans on the home front continued to cope (with some prospering). As US forces launched an offensive against the Japanese in the Mariana Islands and Palau, folks at home enjoyed morale-boosting movies and songs such as To Have and Have Not and "G.I. Jive". And as American troops invaded the island of Leyte - launching the largest naval battle during the war - President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Thomas E. Dewey were in the home stretch leading up to the election of 1944. It has been said that the arc of history is long. Throughout American history, however, some years have been truly momentous. This book makes the case that 1944 was one such year. Members Reviews: A highly readable account of an important year, slightly melodramatic in sections. I have mixed feelings about this book. The writing is generally good, but there are frequent references to and comparisons with the Civil War, a few of which seem appropriate. I'm not sure what the purpose is, perhaps to make the point that courage and determination characterize American soldiers? There are some good illustrations but not reproduced well, and there are no maps. That said, this is a highly readable popular history, and short enough not to intimidate general readers. The books is well researched as far as I can tell. The blurbs on the book jacket may be a little over the top. The title promises a little more than the book delivers, which does not include enough home front detail. The major virtue of Brooks' book is that it does not favor one aspect over another, and shifts from Europe to the Pacific to the home front, all as parts of a single canvas. One gets a better sense of the globality than in other books I've read. His accounts of war are good, and particularly good for some of the Pacific battles, particularly Saipan and Guam, and the Normandy landings. Good read Very good author. Very good book. I am no military historian but I do appreciate the way Brooks compares and contrasts WWII battles w WWI campaigns and Civil War fights. Very insightful. He does this in a style that kept my attention. For the ardent WWII fan. You may learn something new, you may not, but you will find this book well written and interesting. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Perceived-Audiobook/B00CLSPGXU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Perceived Author: V. S. Pritchett Narrator: Steve West Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: London of the mind, the heart and the eye is displayed, discussed and dissected in this classic work of 1962 that unites the elegant prose of V.S. Pritchett and the revealing photographs of Evelyn Hofer. Here is a pithy, knowledgeable distillation of the essential London - a panorama of its history, art, literature and daily life. Here is the city that Londoners know, a paraodox of grandeur and grime, the locus of bustling markets and tranquil parks, of palaces and pubs, of docks and railway depots, of the ancient and modern. Great Londoners of the past stalk these pages - Wren, Pepys, Defoe, Hogarth, Dickens and, of course, Samuel Johnson. And here, too, are the faces of the people inhabiting modern London - enigmatic and enduring. V.S. Pritchett, who died in 1997, was one of Britain's foremost short story writers, autobiographers and journalists. biacuaduc@gmail.com (V. S. Pritchett) Thu, 02 May 2013 04:47:59 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Perceived-Audiobook/B00CLSPGXU thebookvoice.com 05:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Perceived Author: V. S. Pritchett Narrator: Steve West Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: London of the mind, the heart and the eye is displayed, discussed and dissected in this classic work of 1962 that unites the elegant prose of V.S. Pritchett and the revealing photographs of Evelyn Hofer. Here is a pithy, knowledgeable distillation of the essential London - a panorama of its history, art, literature and daily life. Here is the city that Londoners know, a paraodox of grandeur and grime, the locus of bustling markets and tranquil parks, of palaces and pubs, of docks and railway depots, of the ancient and modern. Great Londoners of the past stalk these pages - Wren, Pepys, Defoe, Hogarth, Dickens and, of course, Samuel Johnson. And here, too, are the faces of the people inhabiting modern London - enigmatic and enduring. V.S. Pritchett, who died in 1997, was one of Britain's foremost short story writers, autobiographers and journalists. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Perceived Author: V. S. Pritchett Narrator: Steve West Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: London of the mind, the heart and the eye is displayed, discussed and dissected in this classic work of 1962 that unites the elegant prose of V.S. Pritchett and the revealing photographs of Evelyn Hofer. Here is a pithy, knowledgeable distillation of the essential London - a panorama of its history, art, literature and daily life. Here is the city that Londoners know, a paraodox of grandeur and grime, the locus of bustling markets and tranquil parks, of palaces and pubs, of docks and railway depots, of the ancient and modern. Great Londoners of the past stalk these pages - Wren, Pepys, Defoe, Hogarth, Dickens and, of course, Samuel Johnson. And here, too, are the faces of the people inhabiting modern London - enigmatic and enduring. V.S. Pritchett, who died in 1997, was one of Britain's foremost short story writers, autobiographers and journalists. Members Reviews: Cultural Archeology At Its Best Forty-one years ago, V.S. Pritchett went looking for what makes London itself. He wrote this before McDonald's arrived, just before the Beatles and 007 put it on the world's pop map, just as cranes were setting out the beams for glass and steel skyscrapers. Much has happened in the interim, but what Pritchett found explains not only its past but its future. He makes neat work of reconciling the many ironies in a place that reinvents itself every so often without much of a plan, but which also hangs onto traditions, ways of being and a passion for order. This is a tour of neighborhoods, but also of centuries and the historical events and personages that have contributed to the city's enduring character. It moves seamlessly between the concrete image and the abstract idea. Pritchett's prose is crystalline, his insights spooky at times (he describes those new skyscrapers as having a "smashable impermanence" to them). The photographs by Evelyn Hofer are haunting. There will always be a London. This should be required reading for visitors to that city. London Re-thought This is NOT a travel book. Hofer's photography is iconic, worthy of a special show at the Tate. You will never happen across her vistas walking or driving around London on your own. She has a Dickensian point of view, and an antiquarian sensibility that would scare away the creator of a standard travel brochure. V.S. Pritchett will not be found in that brochure either. You may have caught him once or twice in the "New Yorker," but not in the "Saturday Evening Post." His take on London is not so much a perception as it is a meditation. He is in touch with what we all see in London. And his historic perspective is encyclopedic. He evokes the Blitz in the style of an experienced screenwriter. But his real genius lies in his "meditations," his reaction to what he has seen over the years, and in what he imagines his dramatis personae think about it all. Read it on the plane over the Atlantic, then go see for yourself. Five Stars Very good copy of this book. Good vendor. Three Stars OK https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Guerra-Civil-Espanola-The-Spanish-Civil-War-Audiobook/B00WXE6R6C Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Guerra Civil Española [The Spanish Civil War] Subtitular: 1936 - 1939 Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 49 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 05-01-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Este conflicto armado ocurrido entre 1936 y 1939 es uno de los enfrentamientos bélicos más importantes del siglo XX ya que significó la lucha entre facciones radicalmente opuestas: por un lado, el bando nacional fascista de derecha que representaba a la clase alta y por otro lado, el bando republicano rojo de izquierda apoyado por el movimiento obrero. Este dramático y destructivo hecho histórico marcaría el destino de España bajo el poder del dictador Francisco Franco. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Fri, 01 May 2015 08:31:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Guerra-Civil-Espanola-The-Spanish-Civil-War-Audiobook/B00WXE6R6C thebookvoice.com 00:49:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Guerra Civil Española [The Spanish Civil War] Subtitular: 1936 - 1939 Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 49 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 05-01-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Este conflicto armado ocurrido entre 1936 y 1939 es uno de los enfrentamientos bélicos más importantes del siglo XX ya que significó la lucha entre facciones radicalmente opuestas: por un lado, el bando nacional fascista de derecha que representaba a la clase alta y por otro lado, el bando republicano rojo de izquierda apoyado por el movimiento obrero. Este dramático y destructivo hecho histórico marcaría el destino de España bajo el poder del dictador Francisco Franco. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Guerra Civil Española [The Spanish Civil War] Subtitular: 1936 - 1939 Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 49 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 05-01-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Este conflicto armado ocurrido entre 1936 y 1939 es uno de los enfrentamientos bélicos más importantes del siglo XX ya que significó la lucha entre facciones radicalmente opuestas: por un lado, el bando nacional fascista de derecha que representaba a la clase alta y por otro lado, el bando republicano rojo de izquierda apoyado por el movimiento obrero. Este dramático y destructivo hecho histórico marcaría el destino de España bajo el poder del dictador Francisco Franco. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-storia-della-Prima-Guerra-Mondiale-Vol2-Short-History-of-WWI-Vol-2-Audiobook/B00UKQHBE2 Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol.2 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 2] Sottotitolo: Lo scoppio del conflitto [The Beginning of the Conflict] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 15 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-12-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La Grande Guerra è ormai alle porte: il 1914 è l'anno cruciale, le diverse forze sono pronte a schierarsi, mentre altre aspettano condizioni maggiormente favo-revoli, tra tensioni e rivalità che aumentano ogni giorno di più. Le prime battaglie - come quella della Kolubara, l'invasione della Galizia, o la battaglia dei Laghi Masuri - sono solo il preludio degli scontri cruenti e sangui-nosi che avranno luogo nella fase successiva. Nella parte conclusiva del volume sono contenute le "Appendici alla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale": documenti ufficiali dell'epoca, come il Manifesto della direzione socialista per la neutralità d'Italia. The Great War is almost upon us: 1914 is the crucial year, the various forces are ready to take sides while others await more favorable conditions, including tensions and rivalries that increase day by day. The first battles - such as the Kolubara, the invasion of Galicia, or the battle of the Masurian Lakes - are just the prelude of bloody battles that will take place in the next phase. The final part of the audiobook contains the "Appendices to the history of the First World War": official documents of the time, as the Manifesto of the socialist direction for the neutrality of Italy. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Piero Di Domenico) Thu, 12 Mar 2015 03:25:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-storia-della-Prima-Guerra-Mondiale-Vol2-Short-History-of-WWI-Vol-2-Audiobook/B00UKQHBE2 thebookvoice.com 01:15:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol.2 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 2] Sottotitolo: Lo scoppio del conflitto [The Beginning of the Conflict] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 15 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-12-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La Grande Guerra è ormai alle porte: il 1914 è l'anno cruciale, le diverse forze sono pronte a schierarsi, mentre altre aspettano condizioni maggiormente favo-revoli, tra tensioni e rivalità che aumentano ogni giorno di più. Le prime battaglie - come quella della Kolubara, l'invasione della Galizia, o la battaglia dei Laghi Masuri - sono solo il preludio degli scontri cruenti e sangui-nosi che avranno luogo nella fase successiva. Nella parte conclusiva del volume sono contenute le "Appendici alla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale": documenti ufficiali dell'epoca, come il Manifesto della direzione socialista per la neutralità d'Italia. The Great War is almost upon us: 1914 is the crucial year, the various forces are ready to take sides while others await more favorable conditions, including tensions and rivalries that increase day by day. The first battles - such as the Kolubara, the invasion of Galicia, or the battle of the Masurian Lakes - are just the prelude of bloody battles that will take place in the next phase. The final part of the audiobook contains the "Appendices to the history of the First World War": official documents of the time, as the Manifesto of the socialist direction for the neutrality of Italy. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol.2 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 2] Sottotitolo: Lo scoppio del conflitto [The Beginning of the Conflict] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 15 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 03-12-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La Grande Guerra è ormai alle porte: il 1914 è l'anno cruciale, le diverse forze sono pronte a schierarsi, mentre altre aspettano condizioni maggiormente favo-revoli, tra tensioni e rivalità che aumentano ogni giorno di più. Le prime battaglie - come quella della Kolubara, l'invasione della Galizia, o la battaglia dei Laghi Masuri - sono solo il preludio degli scontri cruenti e sangui-nosi che avranno luogo nella fase successiva. Nella parte conclusiva del volume sono contenute le "Appendici alla storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale": documenti ufficiali dell'epoca, come il Manifesto della direzione socialista per la neutralità d'Italia. The Great War is almost upon us: 1914 is the crucial year, the various forces are ready to take sides while others await more favorable conditions, including tensions and rivalries that increase day by day. The first battles - such as the Kolubara, the invasion of Galicia, or the battle of the Masurian Lakes - are just the prelude of bloody battles that will take place in the next phase. The final part of the audiobook contains the "Appendices to the history of the First World War": official documents of the time, as the Manifesto of the socialist direction for the neutrality of Italy. Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/1666-Audiobook/B075DDJ6DQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1666 Subtitle: Plague, War and Hellfire Author: Rebecca Rideal Narrator: Billie Fulford-Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: 1666 was a watershed year for England. The outbreak of the Great Plague, the eruption of the second Dutch War and the Great Fire of London all struck the country in rapid succession and with devastating repercussions. Shedding light on these dramatic events, historian Rebecca Rideal reveals an unprecedented period of terror and triumph. Based on original archival research and drawing on little-known sources, 1666: Plague, War and Hellfire takes listeners on a thrilling journey through a crucial turning point in English history, as seen through the eyes of an extraordinary cast of historical characters. While the central events of this significant year were ones of devastation and defeat, 1666 also offers a glimpse of the incredible scientific and artistic progress being made at that time, from Isaac Newton's discovery of gravity to Robert Hooke's microscopic wonders. It was in this year that John Milton completed Paradise Lost, Frances Stewart posed for the now-iconic image of Britannia, and a young architect named Christopher Wren proposed a plan for a new London - a stone phoenix to rise from the charred ashes of the old city. With flair and style, 1666 shows a city and a country on the cusp of modernity, and a series of events that forever altered the course of history. Cover image: The Great Fire of 1666, detail of a coloured woodcut by Matthaus Merian the Younger, courtesy of Swiss Re Company Archives, SRCA 10.122.727.01. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rebecca Rideal) Thu, 14 Sep 2017 16:42:41 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/1666-Audiobook/B075DDJ6DQ thebookvoice.com 08:08:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1666 Subtitle: Plague, War and Hellfire Author: Rebecca Rideal Narrator: Billie Fulford-Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: 1666 was a watershed year for England. The outbreak of the Great Plague, the eruption of the second Dutch War and the Great Fire of London all struck the country in rapid succession and with devastating repercussions. Shedding light on these dramatic events, historian Rebecca Rideal reveals an unprecedented period of terror and triumph. Based on original archival research and drawing on little-known sources, 1666: Plague, War and Hellfire takes listeners on a thrilling journey through a crucial turning point in English history, as seen through the eyes of an extraordinary cast of historical characters. While the central events of this significant year were ones of devastation and defeat, 1666 also offers a glimpse of the incredible scientific and artistic progress being made at that time, from Isaac Newton's discovery of gravity to Robert Hooke's microscopic wonders. It was in this year that John Milton completed Paradise Lost, Frances Stewart posed for the now-iconic image of Britannia, and a young architect named Christopher Wren proposed a plan for a new London - a stone phoenix to rise from the charred ashes of the old city. With flair and style, 1666 shows a city and a country on the cusp of modernity, and a series of events that forever altered the course of history. Cover image: The Great Fire of 1666, detail of a coloured woodcut by Matthaus Merian the Younger, courtesy of Swiss Re Company Archives, SRCA 10.122.727.01. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1666 Subtitle: Plague, War and Hellfire Author: Rebecca Rideal Narrator: Billie Fulford-Brown Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: 1666 was a watershed year for England. The outbreak of the Great Plague, the eruption of the second Dutch War and the Great Fire of London all struck the country in rapid succession and with devastating repercussions. Shedding light on these dramatic events, historian Rebecca Rideal reveals an unprecedented period of terror and triumph. Based on original archival research and drawing on little-known sources, 1666: Plague, War and Hellfire takes listeners on a thrilling journey through a crucial turning point in English history, as seen through the eyes of an extraordinary cast of historical characters. While the central events of this significant year were ones of devastation and defeat, 1666 also offers a glimpse of the incredible scientific and artistic progress being made at that time, from Isaac Newton's discovery of gravity to Robert Hooke's microscopic wonders. It was in this year that John Milton completed Paradise Lost, Frances Stewart posed for the now-iconic image of Britannia, and a young architect named Christopher Wren proposed a plan for a new London - a stone phoenix to rise from the charred ashes of the old city. With flair and style, 1666 shows a city and a country on the cusp of modernity, and a series of events that forever altered the course of history. Cover image: The Great Fire of 1666, detail of a coloured woodcut by Matthaus Merian the Younger, courtesy of Swiss Re Company Archives, SRCA 10.122.727.01. Members Reviews: Great History Brilliant and full of detail. So many facts about the time and so illuminating. Recommended https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Restoration-London-Audiobook/B005CW3KJY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Restoration London Subtitle: Everyday Life in the 1660s Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Sean Barrett Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-11 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From poverty to pets, from medicine to magic, from slang to sex, from wallpaper to women's rights. A glorious portrait of life in London from 1660-1670 by the bestselling author of ELIZABETH'S LONDON. Making use of every possible contemporary source - diaries, memoirs, advice books, government papers, almanacs, even the Register of Patents - Liza Picard presents an enthralling picture of how life in London was really lived in the 1600s: the houses and streets, gardens and parks, cooking, clothes and jewellery, cosmetics, hairdressing, housework, laundry and shopping, medicine and dentistry, sex, education, hobbies, etiquette, law and crime, religion and popular beliefs. Critic Reviews: "A beautifully produced reference work" (Rose Tremain, Financial Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Liza Picard) Wed, 27 Jul 2011 20:52:04 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Restoration-London-Audiobook/B005CW3KJY thebookvoice.com 06:33:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Restoration London Subtitle: Everyday Life in the 1660s Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Sean Barrett Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-11 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From poverty to pets, from medicine to magic, from slang to sex, from wallpaper to women's rights. A glorious portrait of life in London from 1660-1670 by the bestselling author of ELIZABETH'S LONDON. Making use of every possible contemporary source - diaries, memoirs, advice books, government papers, almanacs, even the Register of Patents - Liza Picard presents an enthralling picture of how life in London was really lived in the 1600s: the houses and streets, gardens and parks, cooking, clothes and jewellery, cosmetics, hairdressing, housework, laundry and shopping, medicine and dentistry, sex, education, hobbies, etiquette, law and crime, religion and popular beliefs. Critic Reviews: "A beautifully produced reference work" (Rose Tremain, Financial Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Restoration London Subtitle: Everyday Life in the 1660s Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Sean Barrett Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-11 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: From poverty to pets, from medicine to magic, from slang to sex, from wallpaper to women's rights. A glorious portrait of life in London from 1660-1670 by the bestselling author of ELIZABETH'S LONDON. Making use of every possible contemporary source - diaries, memoirs, advice books, government papers, almanacs, even the Register of Patents - Liza Picard presents an enthralling picture of how life in London was really lived in the 1600s: the houses and streets, gardens and parks, cooking, clothes and jewellery, cosmetics, hairdressing, housework, laundry and shopping, medicine and dentistry, sex, education, hobbies, etiquette, law and crime, religion and popular beliefs. Critic Reviews: "A beautifully produced reference work" (Rose Tremain, Financial Times) Members Reviews: Return of the Stuart's. A well written and read, very informative book. Filled with facts and information about the Restoration. Liza Picard has brought the whole era to life with characters of all stations of life made very real and easy to emphasise with. School Book What disappointed you about Restoration London? Poor grammar, lack of research. Nothing new here. Just a well worn history book. Lazy. What could Liza Picard have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Do some research and give us some interesting facts that everyone didn't know before. What does Sean Barrett bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? Excellent reader. Made the book listenable, till the frustration set in with all of the above. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Restoration London? Re-write and do sone research instead of gleaning the work of others. an excellent book, well read I knew quite a lot about the tudors, but almost nothing about the 17th century restoration of the monarchy, so I really enjoyed this social history, which is both well written and well read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Western-Front-Audiobook/B009W4CE5Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Western Front Author: Richard Holmes Narrator: Richard Holmes Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Military historian Richard Holmes turns his attention to the infamous First World War trench line, the Western Front. Of the nine million British and Dominion soldiers who were killed in action in the Great War, most died here. In this thorough examination of the role the Front played in the war, the eminent historian Richard Holmes considers its initial creation, the rapid expansion of the British army (which led to problems with the supply of men and munitions), the challenge of coping with life and death at the Front, and the regular attempts by soldiers to "break the trench". He also examines two major battles in detail, those of the Somme and Verdun. Richly detailed and highly authoritative, Holmes' work clarifies the complexities of the Western Front and examines its context within the most bitter and bloody of wars. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Holmes) Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:10:16 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Western-Front-Audiobook/B009W4CE5Y thebookvoice.com 03:32:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Western Front Author: Richard Holmes Narrator: Richard Holmes Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Military historian Richard Holmes turns his attention to the infamous First World War trench line, the Western Front. Of the nine million British and Dominion soldiers who were killed in action in the Great War, most died here. In this thorough examination of the role the Front played in the war, the eminent historian Richard Holmes considers its initial creation, the rapid expansion of the British army (which led to problems with the supply of men and munitions), the challenge of coping with life and death at the Front, and the regular attempts by soldiers to "break the trench". He also examines two major battles in detail, those of the Somme and Verdun. Richly detailed and highly authoritative, Holmes' work clarifies the complexities of the Western Front and examines its context within the most bitter and bloody of wars. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Western Front Author: Richard Holmes Narrator: Richard Holmes Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Military historian Richard Holmes turns his attention to the infamous First World War trench line, the Western Front. Of the nine million British and Dominion soldiers who were killed in action in the Great War, most died here. In this thorough examination of the role the Front played in the war, the eminent historian Richard Holmes considers its initial creation, the rapid expansion of the British army (which led to problems with the supply of men and munitions), the challenge of coping with life and death at the Front, and the regular attempts by soldiers to "break the trench". He also examines two major battles in detail, those of the Somme and Verdun. Richly detailed and highly authoritative, Holmes' work clarifies the complexities of the Western Front and examines its context within the most bitter and bloody of wars. Members Reviews: I was sorry to discover it was abridged... I would have liked to read the unabridged version. I've read a lot about WWI and I still found new and interesting information in this little book. It's a good synthesis to start or finish anyone's WWI reading list with. Easy to follow, not boring, well organised chronologically and into topics, touching, succinct... it has everything you may wish in exchange for 3 hours and a half. An Enlightening Overview Whilst this is not a long audiobook when compared to others available it is none the less an extremely informative and well-presented piece. Covering the Western Front throughout its formation and to the eventual cessation of hostiles the author has done a very impressive job of keeping the human element visible throughout rather than resort to long lists of units and dates which can occur when this subject is discussed. I would highly recommend this both to anyone who has already listened to or read a lot about the world war one on the western front as you will be surprised at how much new information you will gain from this audio. For anyone looking to start learning about the hell that occurred in France during WW1 this would make an extremely good place to start. A fantastic introduction to the Western Front A very good short history of the Western Front. Insightfully argued, well written and performed. A great introduction for those new to the history of the war and aswell as a useful resource for the expert. Richard Holms was one of the finest military historains of his generation, with a true and deep understanding of his subject, the British Army and British Tommy of the First World War. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-familia-do-milenio-The-Family-of-the-Millennium-Audiobook/B0049JF1NO Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A família do milênio [The Family of the Millennium] Subtitle: Crônicas que retratam as mudanças e o cotidiano da familia moderna Author: Domingos Pellegrini Narrator: Domingos Pellegrini, Dalva Pellegrini Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-10 Publisher: Editora Nossa Cultura Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Na década de 50 do último século do último milênio, de repente os homens deixaram de usar chapéus, e demorei para entender porque: naquela década, em todo o mundo, a maioria da populaço mudou do campo para as cidades. Deixando o trabalho rural, vivendo na cidade sombreada de altos prédios e ruas arborizadas, os homens no precisavam mais proteger a cabeça. Além disso, os chapéus simbolizavam uma vida rural que queriam esquecer, como as mulheres deixaram de usar anáguas, simbolizando a liberaço sexual e a transformaço da família. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Domingos Pellegrini) Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:36:38 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/A-familia-do-milenio-The-Family-of-the-Millennium-Audiobook/B0049JF1NO thebookvoice.com 01:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A família do milênio [The Family of the Millennium] Subtitle: Crônicas que retratam as mudanças e o cotidiano da familia moderna Author: Domingos Pellegrini Narrator: Domingos Pellegrini, Dalva Pellegrini Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-10 Publisher: Editora Nossa Cultura Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Na década de 50 do último século do último milênio, de repente os homens deixaram de usar chapéus, e demorei para entender porque: naquela década, em todo o mundo, a maioria da populaço mudou do campo para as cidades. Deixando o trabalho rural, vivendo na cidade sombreada de altos prédios e ruas arborizadas, os homens no precisavam mais proteger a cabeça. Além disso, os chapéus simbolizavam uma vida rural que queriam esquecer, como as mulheres deixaram de usar anáguas, simbolizando a liberaço sexual e a transformaço da família. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A família do milênio [The Family of the Millennium] Subtitle: Crônicas que retratam as mudanças e o cotidiano da familia moderna Author: Domingos Pellegrini Narrator: Domingos Pellegrini, Dalva Pellegrini Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-10 Publisher: Editora Nossa Cultura Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Na década de 50 do último século do último milênio, de repente os homens deixaram de usar chapéus, e demorei para entender porque: naquela década, em todo o mundo, a maioria da populaço mudou do campo para as cidades. Deixando o trabalho rural, vivendo na cidade sombreada de altos prédios e ruas arborizadas, os homens no precisavam mais proteger a cabeça. Além disso, os chapéus simbolizavam uma vida rural que queriam esquecer, como as mulheres deixaram de usar anáguas, simbolizando a liberaço sexual e a transformaço da família. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Inside-the-Freemasons-Audiobook/B003HTJ7U0 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside the Freemasons Subtitle: The Grand Lodge Uncovered Author: John Hamill, Ian Pleasance Narrator: Karen Frandsen Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: Reality Entertainment Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Are the Freemasons a secret society? Or a society with secrets? What are their rituals all about? What does it look like inside a Lodge? In this program we take you inside the Grand Lodge of England. Listen to a rare interview with John Hamill, the communications director of the United Grand Lodge of England. Prepare for an unprecedented insight into the often mysterious world of the Freemasons. Whether you are a Freemason or a conspiracy theorist, this program will help you understand the role of the Freemasons in our society. biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Hamill) Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:37:36 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Inside-the-Freemasons-Audiobook/B003HTJ7U0 thebookvoice.com 01:13:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside the Freemasons Subtitle: The Grand Lodge Uncovered Author: John Hamill, Ian Pleasance Narrator: Karen Frandsen Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: Reality Entertainment Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Are the Freemasons a secret society? Or a society with secrets? What are their rituals all about? What does it look like inside a Lodge? In this program we take you inside the Grand Lodge of England. Listen to a rare interview with John Hamill, the communications director of the United Grand Lodge of England. Prepare for an unprecedented insight into the often mysterious world of the Freemasons. Whether you are a Freemason or a conspiracy theorist, this program will help you understand the role of the Freemasons in our society. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Inside the Freemasons Subtitle: The Grand Lodge Uncovered Author: John Hamill, Ian Pleasance Narrator: Karen Frandsen Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 04-20-10 Publisher: Reality Entertainment Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Are the Freemasons a secret society? Or a society with secrets? What are their rituals all about? What does it look like inside a Lodge? In this program we take you inside the Grand Lodge of England. Listen to a rare interview with John Hamill, the communications director of the United Grand Lodge of England. Prepare for an unprecedented insight into the often mysterious world of the Freemasons. Whether you are a Freemason or a conspiracy theorist, this program will help you understand the role of the Freemasons in our society. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Waterloo-Napoleon-Wellington-and-the-Battle-That-Changed-Europe-Audiobook/B01G635G62 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterloo: Napoleon, Wellington, and the Battle That Changed Europe Author: Jack Steinberg Narrator: Jim Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-16 Publisher: WE CANT BE BEAT LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Napoleon Bonaparte and Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, were both born in the same year, one in occupied Corsica and the other as a member of the Protestant Ascendency in Ireland. Though they had very different childhoods, the frustrations they encountered at school shaped the ways in which they approached difficulty. Both would go on to illustrious military careers, with Wellesley making a name for himself in the British colony of India and Napoleon becoming the emperor of France. Britain and France had been experiencing conflict for some time before the start of Napoleon's rule, but now everything came to a head. The Napoleonic Wars brought Wellesley and Napoleon into conflict with each other, and eventually, they collided during the Waterloo Campaign. This campaign culminated in the Battle of Waterloo, which would come to be regarded as one of the bloodiest - but also one of the most important - battles in history. After Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, he went into exile on a remote island in the middle of the Atlantic. Wellesley returned home and involved himself in the British government, helping to shape a Europe that had already been made new by the force of Napoleon's legacy. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Steinberg) Thu, 26 May 2016 05:43:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Waterloo-Napoleon-Wellington-and-the-Battle-That-Changed-Europe-Audiobook/B01G635G62 thebookvoice.com 03:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterloo: Napoleon, Wellington, and the Battle That Changed Europe Author: Jack Steinberg Narrator: Jim Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-16 Publisher: WE CANT BE BEAT LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Napoleon Bonaparte and Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, were both born in the same year, one in occupied Corsica and the other as a member of the Protestant Ascendency in Ireland. Though they had very different childhoods, the frustrations they encountered at school shaped the ways in which they approached difficulty. Both would go on to illustrious military careers, with Wellesley making a name for himself in the British colony of India and Napoleon becoming the emperor of France. Britain and France had been experiencing conflict for some time before the start of Napoleon's rule, but now everything came to a head. The Napoleonic Wars brought Wellesley and Napoleon into conflict with each other, and eventually, they collided during the Waterloo Campaign. This campaign culminated in the Battle of Waterloo, which would come to be regarded as one of the bloodiest - but also one of the most important - battles in history. After Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, he went into exile on a remote island in the middle of the Atlantic. Wellesley returned home and involved himself in the British government, helping to shape a Europe that had already been made new by the force of Napoleon's legacy. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Waterloo: Napoleon, Wellington, and the Battle That Changed Europe Author: Jack Steinberg Narrator: Jim Johnston Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-16 Publisher: WE CANT BE BEAT LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Napoleon Bonaparte and Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, were both born in the same year, one in occupied Corsica and the other as a member of the Protestant Ascendency in Ireland. Though they had very different childhoods, the frustrations they encountered at school shaped the ways in which they approached difficulty. Both would go on to illustrious military careers, with Wellesley making a name for himself in the British colony of India and Napoleon becoming the emperor of France. Britain and France had been experiencing conflict for some time before the start of Napoleon's rule, but now everything came to a head. The Napoleonic Wars brought Wellesley and Napoleon into conflict with each other, and eventually, they collided during the Waterloo Campaign. This campaign culminated in the Battle of Waterloo, which would come to be regarded as one of the bloodiest - but also one of the most important - battles in history. After Napoleon's defeat at the Battle of Waterloo, he went into exile on a remote island in the middle of the Atlantic. Wellesley returned home and involved himself in the British government, helping to shape a Europe that had already been made new by the force of Napoleon's legacy. Members Reviews: The Piece of History that we have to refer to often. Waterloo, by Jack Steinberg is an easy read from start to end. Its initial separation, explanatory of its characters,reminds me the structure of Game of Thrones, a fictional story. However, Waterloo is not fiction, but a historical document of the thoughts, actions and finality of a series of events that we could devote more attention to, from the late eighteenth to the early nineteenth centuries, as it changed the world more profoundly than anyone could imagine. I recommend it and will re-read it to get more of History. I loved it! Great !! I have acknowledged many information of history from this book. Really, i did not know more about Napoleon,Welleslry and also about Waterloo. Waterloo is regarded as one of the bloodiest but also one of the most important battles in history. The Napoleonic Wars brought Wellesley and Napoleon into conflict with each other, and eventually, they collided during the Waterloo Campaign.The book is so informative. The battle that has changed Europe was fully unknown to me. If you want to know about it,i will suggest for you this book.As only this book can enriched your brain with many information of that history. An Historic Battle! I believe the author tries to keep an unbiased opinion of Wellington and Napoleon. Mr Steinberg was successful in iilustrating the strength and weaknesses of these two Masters of Warfare. The aftermath of the Battle also shows the importance of the Battle on modern Europe.I recommend this book. Easy to understand details like painting a picture in your ... About the battle at Waterloo and the end of Napoleon's reign. Details of the biographies of both Napoleon and Wellington. Easy to understand details like painting a picture in your head about the events taking place. If you are not familiar with these two figures in the battle, you will have a good sense by the end. Waterloo A good, bare bones factual history of Napoleon and Wellington and the final battle at Waterloo.. it is a good introduction into the complexities of battle and personalities of the main characters. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Santiago-de-Compostela-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B01DAMSE9S Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Santiago de Compostela [Spanish Edition] Autor: Mercedes López-Mayan Narrador: Santiago Noriega Formato: Unabridged Duración: 16 hrs and 47 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-23-16 Editor: Sonolibro Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Conocida mundialmente como meta de peregrinaciones, la ciudad de Santiago de Compostela ha ejercido un papel protagonista en la historia no solo de Galicia, sino también de España y de Europa. A mediados del siglo IX, la presencia del que se identificó como sepulcro del apóstol Santiago atrajo los intereses monárquicos y eclesiásticos que estuvieron en el origen mismo de la urbe y que, desde entonces, condicionaron las dinámicas políticas, económicas, sociales, culturales y artísticas que han modelado su evolución hasta nuestros días. Este curso ofrece un recorrido por la historia compostelana a sus futuros visitantes y a todas aquellas personas interesadas en conocer el pasado de la ciudad, su fisionomía, sus gentes, sus formas de vida, sus monumentos y, en definitiva, las circunstancias que han condicionado su existencia y que permiten comprender su presente.Mercedes López-Mayán (Pontevedra, 1983) es Doctora en Historia del Arte por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela y, en la actualidad, es investigadora postdoctoral en el Departamento de Historia del Arte de la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mercedes López-Mayan) Wed, 23 Mar 2016 19:11:60 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Santiago-de-Compostela-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B01DAMSE9S thebookvoice.com 16:47:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Santiago de Compostela [Spanish Edition] Autor: Mercedes López-Mayan Narrador: Santiago Noriega Formato: Unabridged Duración: 16 hrs and 47 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-23-16 Editor: Sonolibro Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Conocida mundialmente como meta de peregrinaciones, la ciudad de Santiago de Compostela ha ejercido un papel protagonista en la historia no solo de Galicia, sino también de España y de Europa. A mediados del siglo IX, la presencia del que se identificó como sepulcro del apóstol Santiago atrajo los intereses monárquicos y eclesiásticos que estuvieron en el origen mismo de la urbe y que, desde entonces, condicionaron las dinámicas políticas, económicas, sociales, culturales y artísticas que han modelado su evolución hasta nuestros días. Este curso ofrece un recorrido por la historia compostelana a sus futuros visitantes y a todas aquellas personas interesadas en conocer el pasado de la ciudad, su fisionomía, sus gentes, sus formas de vida, sus monumentos y, en definitiva, las circunstancias que han condicionado su existencia y que permiten comprender su presente.Mercedes López-Mayán (Pontevedra, 1983) es Doctora en Historia del Arte por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela y, en la actualidad, es investigadora postdoctoral en el Departamento de Historia del Arte de la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Santiago de Compostela [Spanish Edition] Autor: Mercedes López-Mayan Narrador: Santiago Noriega Formato: Unabridged Duración: 16 hrs and 47 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-23-16 Editor: Sonolibro Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Conocida mundialmente como meta de peregrinaciones, la ciudad de Santiago de Compostela ha ejercido un papel protagonista en la historia no solo de Galicia, sino también de España y de Europa. A mediados del siglo IX, la presencia del que se identificó como sepulcro del apóstol Santiago atrajo los intereses monárquicos y eclesiásticos que estuvieron en el origen mismo de la urbe y que, desde entonces, condicionaron las dinámicas políticas, económicas, sociales, culturales y artísticas que han modelado su evolución hasta nuestros días. Este curso ofrece un recorrido por la historia compostelana a sus futuros visitantes y a todas aquellas personas interesadas en conocer el pasado de la ciudad, su fisionomía, sus gentes, sus formas de vida, sus monumentos y, en definitiva, las circunstancias que han condicionado su existencia y que permiten comprender su presente.Mercedes López-Mayán (Pontevedra, 1983) es Doctora en Historia del Arte por la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela y, en la actualidad, es investigadora postdoctoral en el Departamento de Historia del Arte de la Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Sevilla-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B01D91LDAC Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Sevilla [Spanish Edition] Autor: Rafael Sánchez Mantero Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 5 hrs and 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-16 Editor: sonolibro Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Este curso está dirigido a quienes se interesan por el pasado de la ciudad de Sevilla.En él se hace referencia a las distintas etapas de su historia desde su fundación hasta nuestros días. Especial atención se dedica a la Sevilla musulmana y a la Sevilla Puerta de Indias durante los siglos XVI y XVII.Al mismo tiempo se describen las huellas monumentales y artísticas que han pervivido en la ciudad y que constituyen un reflejo de la riqueza patrimonial que acumuló durante cientos de años. El curso aborda también la evolución de la ciudad y la forma de ser de sus habitantes, así como su cultura y sus costumbres, todo lo cual ha convertido a Sevilla en una ciudad universalmente conocida. Rafael Sánchez Matero es Catedrático Emérito de Historia Contemporánea de la Universidad de Sevilla.Fue Vicerrector de la Universidad de Sevilla y Director del Departamento de Historia Contemporánea de la misma Universidad. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rafael Sánchez Mantero) Tue, 22 Mar 2016 09:23:33 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Sevilla-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B01D91LDAC thebookvoice.com 05:33:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Sevilla [Spanish Edition] Autor: Rafael Sánchez Mantero Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 5 hrs and 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-16 Editor: sonolibro Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Este curso está dirigido a quienes se interesan por el pasado de la ciudad de Sevilla.En él se hace referencia a las distintas etapas de su historia desde su fundación hasta nuestros días. Especial atención se dedica a la Sevilla musulmana y a la Sevilla Puerta de Indias durante los siglos XVI y XVII.Al mismo tiempo se describen las huellas monumentales y artísticas que han pervivido en la ciudad y que constituyen un reflejo de la riqueza patrimonial que acumuló durante cientos de años. El curso aborda también la evolución de la ciudad y la forma de ser de sus habitantes, así como su cultura y sus costumbres, todo lo cual ha convertido a Sevilla en una ciudad universalmente conocida. Rafael Sánchez Matero es Catedrático Emérito de Historia Contemporánea de la Universidad de Sevilla.Fue Vicerrector de la Universidad de Sevilla y Director del Departamento de Historia Contemporánea de la misma Universidad. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Sevilla [Spanish Edition] Autor: Rafael Sánchez Mantero Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 5 hrs and 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-16 Editor: sonolibro Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Este curso está dirigido a quienes se interesan por el pasado de la ciudad de Sevilla.En él se hace referencia a las distintas etapas de su historia desde su fundación hasta nuestros días. Especial atención se dedica a la Sevilla musulmana y a la Sevilla Puerta de Indias durante los siglos XVI y XVII.Al mismo tiempo se describen las huellas monumentales y artísticas que han pervivido en la ciudad y que constituyen un reflejo de la riqueza patrimonial que acumuló durante cientos de años. El curso aborda también la evolución de la ciudad y la forma de ser de sus habitantes, así como su cultura y sus costumbres, todo lo cual ha convertido a Sevilla en una ciudad universalmente conocida. Rafael Sánchez Matero es Catedrático Emérito de Historia Contemporánea de la Universidad de Sevilla.Fue Vicerrector de la Universidad de Sevilla y Director del Departamento de Historia Contemporánea de la misma Universidad. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Young-Romantics-Audiobook/B00BMTX48I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Young Romantics Subtitle: The Shelleys, Byron and Other Tangled Lives Author: Daisy Hay Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Young Romantics tells the story of the interlinked lives of the young English Romantic poets from an entirely fresh perspective - celebrating their extreme youth and outsize yearning for friendship as well as their individuality and political radicalism. The book focuses on the network of writers and readers who gathered around Percy Bysshe Shelley and the campaigning journalist Leigh Hunt. They included Lord Byron, John Keats, and Mary Shelley, as well as a host of fascinating lesser-known figures: Mary Shelleys stepsister and Byrons mistress, Claire Clairmont; Hunts botanist sister-in-law, Elizabeth Kent; the musician Vincent Novello; the painters Benjamin Haydon and Joseph Severn; and writers such as Charles and Mary Lamb, Thomas Love Peacock, and William Hazlitt. They were characterized by talent, idealism, and youthful ardor, and these qualities shaped and informed their politically oppositional stances - as did their chaotic family arrangements, which often left the young women, despite their talents, facing the consequences of the mens philosophies. In Young Romantics, Daisy Hay follows the groups exploits, from its inception in Hunts prison cell in 1813 to its disintegration after Shelleys premature death in 1822. It is an enthralling tale of love, betrayal, sacrifice, and friendship, all of which were played out against a background of political turbulence and intense literary creativity. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Daisy Hay) Sat, 02 Mar 2013 10:32:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Young-Romantics-Audiobook/B00BMTX48I thebookvoice.com 11:50:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Young Romantics Subtitle: The Shelleys, Byron and Other Tangled Lives Author: Daisy Hay Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Young Romantics tells the story of the interlinked lives of the young English Romantic poets from an entirely fresh perspective - celebrating their extreme youth and outsize yearning for friendship as well as their individuality and political radicalism. The book focuses on the network of writers and readers who gathered around Percy Bysshe Shelley and the campaigning journalist Leigh Hunt. They included Lord Byron, John Keats, and Mary Shelley, as well as a host of fascinating lesser-known figures: Mary Shelleys stepsister and Byrons mistress, Claire Clairmont; Hunts botanist sister-in-law, Elizabeth Kent; the musician Vincent Novello; the painters Benjamin Haydon and Joseph Severn; and writers such as Charles and Mary Lamb, Thomas Love Peacock, and William Hazlitt. They were characterized by talent, idealism, and youthful ardor, and these qualities shaped and informed their politically oppositional stances - as did their chaotic family arrangements, which often left the young women, despite their talents, facing the consequences of the mens philosophies. In Young Romantics, Daisy Hay follows the groups exploits, from its inception in Hunts prison cell in 1813 to its disintegration after Shelleys premature death in 1822. It is an enthralling tale of love, betrayal, sacrifice, and friendship, all of which were played out against a background of political turbulence and intense literary creativity. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Young Romantics Subtitle: The Shelleys, Byron and Other Tangled Lives Author: Daisy Hay Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-13 Publisher: Audible Studios for Bloomsbury Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Young Romantics tells the story of the interlinked lives of the young English Romantic poets from an entirely fresh perspective - celebrating their extreme youth and outsize yearning for friendship as well as their individuality and political radicalism. The book focuses on the network of writers and readers who gathered around Percy Bysshe Shelley and the campaigning journalist Leigh Hunt. They included Lord Byron, John Keats, and Mary Shelley, as well as a host of fascinating lesser-known figures: Mary Shelleys stepsister and Byrons mistress, Claire Clairmont; Hunts botanist sister-in-law, Elizabeth Kent; the musician Vincent Novello; the painters Benjamin Haydon and Joseph Severn; and writers such as Charles and Mary Lamb, Thomas Love Peacock, and William Hazlitt. They were characterized by talent, idealism, and youthful ardor, and these qualities shaped and informed their politically oppositional stances - as did their chaotic family arrangements, which often left the young women, despite their talents, facing the consequences of the mens philosophies. In Young Romantics, Daisy Hay follows the groups exploits, from its inception in Hunts prison cell in 1813 to its disintegration after Shelleys premature death in 1822. It is an enthralling tale of love, betrayal, sacrifice, and friendship, all of which were played out against a background of political turbulence and intense literary creativity. Members Reviews: Wonderful Well written, well researched and the reach of the piece is wider than the usual suspects, giving a real sense of how the now identified group held (or not) together - great purchase. Perfect for a TV series If you could sum up Young Romantics in three words, what would they be? Love among poets What did you like best about this story? The account of the struggles of the women, especially MaryShelley and Claire Clairmont, to stand up to the controlling men they loved, theirvery understanable reactions to the frequent deaths of their children, their ability to cope with nightmare journeys across Europe with little money, constant moves , and to welcome sudden visitors. In many ways they seemed modern, and as my granddaughters who read it said, "cool", so the characters were easy to identify with. What about Simon Vances performance did you like? I would have preferred a woman narrator. Vance's voice sometimes grated If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? So,young, so idealistic, so impossible Any additional comments? I see it more as a 3-part TV series, which would allow the evolution of the complex relationships to be shown, than as a film Fantastic! Detailed and well- researched. Highly recommend for anyone from the literary fanatic to someone with a passing curiosity in biography. Hay entwined the lives of the characters skilfully and the pace of writing is lively, detailed and full of character. Excellently researched and written. Enjoyable and detailed biography Young Romantics by Daisy Hay is an interesting journey through the lives of some of poetry's most notorious characters. I have always been intrigued by the life of Byron and this biography really got his character across, as well as his relationships. I thought the way the lives interwove was told clearly and cleverly. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Elizabeths-London-Audiobook/B005EHAR52 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Elizabeth's London Subtitle: Everyday Life in Elizabethan London Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Liza Picard Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-11 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Like its popular and acclaimed predecessors, Restoration London and Dr Johnson's London, this fascinating evocation of Elizabethan London is the result of the author's passionate interest in the practical details of everyday life and the conditions in which most people lived, which most history books ignore: the streets, houses and gardens; cooking, housework and shopping; clothes, jewellery and make-up; medicine and sex; education, etiquette and hobbies; religion, law and crime. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Liza Picard) Tue, 26 Jul 2011 05:22:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Elizabeths-London-Audiobook/B005EHAR52 thebookvoice.com 07:24:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Elizabeth's London Subtitle: Everyday Life in Elizabethan London Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Liza Picard Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-11 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Like its popular and acclaimed predecessors, Restoration London and Dr Johnson's London, this fascinating evocation of Elizabethan London is the result of the author's passionate interest in the practical details of everyday life and the conditions in which most people lived, which most history books ignore: the streets, houses and gardens; cooking, housework and shopping; clothes, jewellery and make-up; medicine and sex; education, etiquette and hobbies; religion, law and crime. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Elizabeth's London Subtitle: Everyday Life in Elizabethan London Author: Liza Picard Narrator: Liza Picard Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-11 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Like its popular and acclaimed predecessors, Restoration London and Dr Johnson's London, this fascinating evocation of Elizabethan London is the result of the author's passionate interest in the practical details of everyday life and the conditions in which most people lived, which most history books ignore: the streets, houses and gardens; cooking, housework and shopping; clothes, jewellery and make-up; medicine and sex; education, etiquette and hobbies; religion, law and crime. Members Reviews: Good Book shame about the Narration I was looking forward to this audiobook and whilst the subject was great if a somewhat lacking in detail, the choice of Liza Picard as Narrator was a bad one. I suggest you listen to the audio sample first ( I made the mistake of not doing so ), as she reads it in a very " I....(pause).....Shall....(pause)....Say.....(pause)....This....(pause)....So.....You....Understand....It...Way" And are obvious sections in the book divided up with a very annoying "tune" that marks each one. Interesting but the narration is a little dry This book is very well researched and interesting, but I found the manner of narration a little dry which meant I struggled to remain wholly engaged. Good but needs a professional narrator Liza Picard does a good job of capturing the daily life of London and this is enjoyable listening but it was probably a mistake to get her to read it herself. She has one of those very plummy voices -- nothing inherently wrong with it. However, it's not a neutral voice but she doesn't know the tricks of adding inflection and pace to a reading Don't do it yourself. A well written book with lots of facts set out in a very readable/listenable style. But what spoiled it for me was the narration, maybe it's best to let someone else narrate, unless you are an actor or a professional narrator. I think Picard's Restoration London was much better. So please don't make it a read your own unless you know what you're doing. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fifth-Battalion-Highland-Light-Infantry-1914-1918-Audiobook/B0055OH4IW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fifth Battalion Highland Light Infantry 1914 - 1918 Author: F. L. Morrison Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-11 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH Audio presents a complete and unabridged audiobook covering the war-time activities of the 5th Battalion Highland Light Infantry during the First World War. It was initially published in 1921, just a few years after the end of the Great War. The author was Colonel F. L. Morrison C.B., D.S.O., V.D., who served with the battalion during the war. The book opens with the battalion setting sail for the East, destined to take part in the Gallipoli campaign. On arrival, they find themselves with only a couple of days to acclimatise before being thrown into the trenches. They have to come to terms with a lack of supplies, terrible weather and constant attacks. The book details all of the combat actions that the 5th take part in on the peninsula. As you listen, you'll become familiar with the individual trenches and some of the personalities. With the evacuation of Gallipoli, the 5th find themselves off to the desert and Cairo. We get to follow them as they defend Suez, cross the Sinai and battle at Gaza and beyond. The story continues as they leave Palestine for the dirt and mud of the Trenches in France. It's there that the battalion wins its first Victoria Cross of the war. This book is a fascinating insight into the workings of a World War I battalion in action, from the digging of trenches to the organisation of a solid defensive position and the patrolling of no-mans land. It's also sprinkled with occasional amusing anecdotes that show the spirit of man shining in even the most desperate of situations. biacuaduc@gmail.com (F. L. Morrison) Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:32:15 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fifth-Battalion-Highland-Light-Infantry-1914-1918-Audiobook/B0055OH4IW thebookvoice.com 07:54:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fifth Battalion Highland Light Infantry 1914 - 1918 Author: F. L. Morrison Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-11 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH Audio presents a complete and unabridged audiobook covering the war-time activities of the 5th Battalion Highland Light Infantry during the First World War. It was initially published in 1921, just a few years after the end of the Great War. The author was Colonel F. L. Morrison C.B., D.S.O., V.D., who served with the battalion during the war. The book opens with the battalion setting sail for the East, destined to take part in the Gallipoli campaign. On arrival, they find themselves with only a couple of days to acclimatise before being thrown into the trenches. They have to come to terms with a lack of supplies, terrible weather and constant attacks. The book details all of the combat actions that the 5th take part in on the peninsula. As you listen, you'll become familiar with the individual trenches and some of the personalities. With the evacuation of Gallipoli, the 5th find themselves off to the desert and Cairo. We get to follow them as they defend Suez, cross the Sinai and battle at Gaza and beyond. The story continues as they leave Palestine for the dirt and mud of the Trenches in France. It's there that the battalion wins its first Victoria Cross of the war. This book is a fascinating insight into the workings of a World War I battalion in action, from the digging of trenches to the organisation of a solid defensive position and the patrolling of no-mans land. It's also sprinkled with occasional amusing anecdotes that show the spirit of man shining in even the most desperate of situations. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fifth Battalion Highland Light Infantry 1914 - 1918 Author: F. L. Morrison Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-11 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH Audio presents a complete and unabridged audiobook covering the war-time activities of the 5th Battalion Highland Light Infantry during the First World War. It was initially published in 1921, just a few years after the end of the Great War. The author was Colonel F. L. Morrison C.B., D.S.O., V.D., who served with the battalion during the war. The book opens with the battalion setting sail for the East, destined to take part in the Gallipoli campaign. On arrival, they find themselves with only a couple of days to acclimatise before being thrown into the trenches. They have to come to terms with a lack of supplies, terrible weather and constant attacks. The book details all of the combat actions that the 5th take part in on the peninsula. As you listen, you'll become familiar with the individual trenches and some of the personalities. With the evacuation of Gallipoli, the 5th find themselves off to the desert and Cairo. We get to follow them as they defend Suez, cross the Sinai and battle at Gaza and beyond. The story continues as they leave Palestine for the dirt and mud of the Trenches in France. It's there that the battalion wins its first Victoria Cross of the war. This book is a fascinating insight into the workings of a World War I battalion in action, from the digging of trenches to the organisation of a solid defensive position and the patrolling of no-mans land. It's also sprinkled with occasional amusing anecdotes that show the spirit of man shining in even the most desperate of situations. Members Reviews: Very interesting, given it's narrow focus This is a memoir, and thus is not much of a "story". It mentions people and places unknown to the listener. Given this, it provides a fascinating window for those of us with a serious interest in the life and times of the people who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Good read A must for any First World War enthusiast. This book covers the campaigns in Egypt and Palestine in an informative and entertaining way. Although nominally about a single battalion, it's experiences and the first-hand accounts of it's members equally apply to the army as a whole. I think the book is well read, but I can see how the narrator could be an acquired taste, so I'd advise listening to the preview first. Rather hard going. Must agree with the other reviewer about the narrator.Early into the book he mentions the battle of Mons and the subsequent retreat at Le Cateau.Unfortunately he calls it Le Chateau which immediately puts me off as its obvious he does not know much about WW1,as any amateur historian who wants to listen to this book is listening out for every detail as it is very in depth (and these were pivotal battles of the war). as you would expect as it is written by a senior officer.It would be really nice if this type of book was read by a real expert.Listen to the war stories read by the late historian Richard Holmes and hear the difference between someone who really knows and enjoys his subject and someone who is just doing a job of reading. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Traitors-of-the-Tower-Audiobook/B0045ZZH0Y Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitors of the Tower Author: Alison Weir Narrator: Harriet Carmichael Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-10 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: More than 400 years ago, seven people - five of them women - were beheaded in the Tower of London. Three had been queens of England. The others were found guilty of treason. Why were such important people put to death? Alison Weir's gripping book tells their stories: from the former friend betrayed by a man set on being king, to the young girl killed after just nine days on the throne. Alison Weir is a wonderful storyteller. Through her vivid writing, history comes alive. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alison Weir) Thu, 07 Oct 2010 15:38:50 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Traitors-of-the-Tower-Audiobook/B0045ZZH0Y thebookvoice.com 01:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitors of the Tower Author: Alison Weir Narrator: Harriet Carmichael Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-10 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: More than 400 years ago, seven people - five of them women - were beheaded in the Tower of London. Three had been queens of England. The others were found guilty of treason. Why were such important people put to death? Alison Weir's gripping book tells their stories: from the former friend betrayed by a man set on being king, to the young girl killed after just nine days on the throne. Alison Weir is a wonderful storyteller. Through her vivid writing, history comes alive. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Traitors of the Tower Author: Alison Weir Narrator: Harriet Carmichael Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-07-10 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: More than 400 years ago, seven people - five of them women - were beheaded in the Tower of London. Three had been queens of England. The others were found guilty of treason. Why were such important people put to death? Alison Weir's gripping book tells their stories: from the former friend betrayed by a man set on being king, to the young girl killed after just nine days on the throne. Alison Weir is a wonderful storyteller. Through her vivid writing, history comes alive. Members Reviews: Bit like a 'school project' Remember once a year in school you got to choose a 'project' and you wrote as much as you could on the subject without really giving each subject too much depth? Well that's how I found this book, although the price and running time had alerted me to the fact it was never going to be any more then a quick skim over each subject, it just lacked any real detail and unfortunately the narrator did not help reading in that 'standing in front of the class' way. Disappointed, but glad it was cheap! Nice introduction but you will want more Any additional comments? This short book will give you bitesize introduction to some very complex stories of historical "traitors" and is perfect for those who are new to the subject. The voice performance wasn't my favourite. The narrator had a very "matter of fact" way of speaking - not much feeling or performance and it leaves the book feeling a little dry. However, overall I would recommed this book to anyone who has a passion for history and wants to learn more. Alison Weir is a great writer and historian, and she has been able to break down these topics into small informative chunks in a very adept way. So while the voice performance lets the book down a bit, its a short book so you won't have to worry about it too much. good but some facts were wrong the story of perkin warbeck was hime pretending to be richard of york not edward earl of warwick. Five star book - three star narration Alison demonstrates her superb ability to make history interesting and includes anecdotes which other historians leave out, however it is a shame that the narration spoils the overall effect. It is a personal viewpoint but I do not like my historical audio books to be read in a sing-sonsy voice as though I were a four year old. Other Alison Weir audio books are narrated by a male who pitches it just right and so I was disappointed with this reading but will remain a loyal Alison Weir fan. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Audiobook/B0032N8O7I Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Foundations Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Foundations tells the story of London's formation and physical conception, it's early growth and character. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Ackroyd) Wed, 02 Nov 2005 13:57:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Audiobook/B0032N8O7I thebookvoice.com 03:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Foundations Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Foundations tells the story of London's formation and physical conception, it's early growth and character. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Foundations Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Foundations tells the story of London's formation and physical conception, it's early growth and character. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) Members Reviews: Get under the skin of a city I'm neither a Londoner, nor a London-dweller, and this is the first time I've wished I could be either. Ackroyd's introduction to the city is compelling, with believable conclusions and a good sprinkling of amusing anecdote. The links between the ancient past and the city's bustling present are rich and thought-provoking. But beware - you'll want to keep stopping to check a map and follow the lines of ancient walls and roads as Simon Callow describes them in his measured tones. If you are lucky enough to be in the City, you can play a real-life 'Da Vinci Code' by visiting the three ancient Druidic sacred groves that are alleged to stand in the heart of the city. By calling this a biography, Ackroyd promises to bring the city to life; he succeeded for me, and the book does what is says on the cover. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/D-Day-and-Beyond-Audiobook/B0032N4SSM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: D-Day and Beyond Subtitle: Forgotten Voices of the Second World War Author: Max Arthur Narrator: Timothy West Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The 1942 raid on Dieppe was an attempt to test the enemy readiness, and take some pressure off the Russian front. It was a costly disaster, but lessons learned there were of the utmost importance to the D-Day planning. After a massive build up of men and materials, the D-Day landings finally took place in Normandy on June 6th, 1944. Despite vicious battles and stubborn resistance, within 12 weeks the Allied forces invaded Paris. To compound the enemy's problems, the allies invaded southern France and rapidly advanced northwards. In desperation, Hitler released his "secret weapons", the V1 and V2, over Britain. Slowly but steadily, the Allies advanced through Belgium and Holland, and despite setbacks at Arndem and in the Ardennes, finally reached the shores of the Rhine. After a hazardous crossing they finally advanced to meet the victorious Russian Army. Hitler, Mussolini and their cohorts were all dead or captured, and the war was over, at the cost of millions of human lives. ©2004 Max Arthur and the Imperial War Museum; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks biacuaduc@gmail.com (Max Arthur) Mon, 12 Sep 2005 23:21:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/D-Day-and-Beyond-Audiobook/B0032N4SSM thebookvoice.com 03:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: D-Day and Beyond Subtitle: Forgotten Voices of the Second World War Author: Max Arthur Narrator: Timothy West Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The 1942 raid on Dieppe was an attempt to test the enemy readiness, and take some pressure off the Russian front. It was a costly disaster, but lessons learned there were of the utmost importance to the D-Day planning. After a massive build up of men and materials, the D-Day landings finally took place in Normandy on June 6th, 1944. Despite vicious battles and stubborn resistance, within 12 weeks the Allied forces invaded Paris. To compound the enemy's problems, the allies invaded southern France and rapidly advanced northwards. In desperation, Hitler released his "secret weapons", the V1 and V2, over Britain. Slowly but steadily, the Allies advanced through Belgium and Holland, and despite setbacks at Arndem and in the Ardennes, finally reached the shores of the Rhine. After a hazardous crossing they finally advanced to meet the victorious Russian Army. Hitler, Mussolini and their cohorts were all dead or captured, and the war was over, at the cost of millions of human lives. ©2004 Max Arthur and the Imperial War Museum; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: D-Day and Beyond Subtitle: Forgotten Voices of the Second World War Author: Max Arthur Narrator: Timothy West Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The 1942 raid on Dieppe was an attempt to test the enemy readiness, and take some pressure off the Russian front. It was a costly disaster, but lessons learned there were of the utmost importance to the D-Day planning. After a massive build up of men and materials, the D-Day landings finally took place in Normandy on June 6th, 1944. Despite vicious battles and stubborn resistance, within 12 weeks the Allied forces invaded Paris. To compound the enemy's problems, the allies invaded southern France and rapidly advanced northwards. In desperation, Hitler released his "secret weapons", the V1 and V2, over Britain. Slowly but steadily, the Allies advanced through Belgium and Holland, and despite setbacks at Arndem and in the Ardennes, finally reached the shores of the Rhine. After a hazardous crossing they finally advanced to meet the victorious Russian Army. Hitler, Mussolini and their cohorts were all dead or captured, and the war was over, at the cost of millions of human lives. ©2004 Max Arthur and the Imperial War Museum; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Members Reviews: Outstanding Too short by far, but an outstanding audiobook. These are the personal recollections of UK soldiers, WRENs, etc. collected by the Imperial War Museum in London. The author took the time to edit together his source material for this audiobook rather than having a narrator read from transcripts. You hear the events described by the people who experienced them. Outstanding; and I will be buying more (all!) of the audiobooks in this series. If you have trouble understanding the British, or more likely, Scots, you will probably not have any luck trying to understand them when they're in their 70s or 80s. Having said that, I didn't find the accents to be an issue except in a very few mumbled sentences. Some (all?) of these stories came directly from the excellent "Forgotten Voices of WWII" paper book by the same author. Incredibly moving first hand accounts From start to finish to hear these men and women tell their stories is really moving. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Audiobook/B0032N4UKI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Districts and Suburbs Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-02-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Districts and Suburbs focuses on the nature and character of various inner city districts, and the growth of the suburbs to form the huge urban sprawl we know as twenty-first century London. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Ackroyd) Wed, 02 Nov 2005 12:36:13 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Audiobook/B0032N4UKI thebookvoice.com 00:03:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Districts and Suburbs Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-02-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Districts and Suburbs focuses on the nature and character of various inner city districts, and the growth of the suburbs to form the huge urban sprawl we know as twenty-first century London. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Districts and Suburbs Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-02-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Districts and Suburbs focuses on the nature and character of various inner city districts, and the growth of the suburbs to form the huge urban sprawl we know as twenty-first century London. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) Members Reviews: It was like listening to someone reading a high school textbook The book was a very dry and droning book. It was like listening to someone reading a high school textbook. There was some very interesting content and no doubt a lot of effort put into compiling the information. If you are not expecting to be entertained, but are planning a trip to London and want some historical background on the various parts of London this is your audiobook. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Great-Fire-of-London-Audiobook/B002V0TH1A Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Fire of London Subtitle: History Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Great Fire of London with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. Before the Great Fire, the City of London was filled with crowded, timber-framed buildings with thin, plaster walls. Candles, rush lights, coals, and fireplaces were omnipresent, and the risk of fire was paramount. The Great Fire of London is believed to have been started by the baker Thomas Farrynger shortly after midnight on Sunday, 2 September 1666, in his shop on Pudding Lane, just East of London Bridge. Within a few hours, the fire had spread rapidly, consuming Pudding Lane, Star Inn at Fish Street Hill and also part of Thames Street. For the next four days the fire raged, mercilessly consuming everything in its wake. Londoners were beside themselves trying to extinguish it. Among average Londoners doing what they could to control the blaze were the likes of the Lord Mayor, the Duke of York, and King Charles II. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: A fire that originated in a London bakery on September 2, 1666 would spark a massive, four-day inferno that destroyed tens of thousands of buildings in the city's central area and left the city in a state of panic. Accounts of this tragedy were culled from the diaries of Samuel Pepys and John Evelyn, and iMinds summarizes these four days in compelling fashion. Elouise Rothwell has a remarkably composed presence that allows the facts to build an organic drama, and she seamlessly eases from the destruction and futile attempts to contain the fire to its containment and London's rebuilding aftermath. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (iMinds) Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:60:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Great-Fire-of-London-Audiobook/B002V0TH1A thebookvoice.com 00:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Fire of London Subtitle: History Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Great Fire of London with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. Before the Great Fire, the City of London was filled with crowded, timber-framed buildings with thin, plaster walls. Candles, rush lights, coals, and fireplaces were omnipresent, and the risk of fire was paramount. The Great Fire of London is believed to have been started by the baker Thomas Farrynger shortly after midnight on Sunday, 2 September 1666, in his shop on Pudding Lane, just East of London Bridge. Within a few hours, the fire had spread rapidly, consuming Pudding Lane, Star Inn at Fish Street Hill and also part of Thames Street. For the next four days the fire raged, mercilessly consuming everything in its wake. Londoners were beside themselves trying to extinguish it. Among average Londoners doing what they could to control the blaze were the likes of the Lord Mayor, the Duke of York, and King Charles II. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: A fire that originated in a London bakery on September 2, 1666 would spark a massive, four-day inferno that destroyed tens of thousands of buildings in the city's central area and left the city in a state of panic. Accounts of this tragedy were culled from the diaries of Samuel Pepys and John Evelyn, and iMinds summarizes these four days in compelling fashion. Elouise Rothwell has a remarkably composed presence that allows the facts to build an organic drama, and she seamlessly eases from the destruction and futile attempts to contain the fire to its containment and London's rebuilding aftermath. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great Fire of London Subtitle: History Author: iMinds Narrator: Ellouise Rothwell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-09 Publisher: iMinds Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Learn about the Great Fire of London with iMinds insightful audio knowledge series. Before the Great Fire, the City of London was filled with crowded, timber-framed buildings with thin, plaster walls. Candles, rush lights, coals, and fireplaces were omnipresent, and the risk of fire was paramount. The Great Fire of London is believed to have been started by the baker Thomas Farrynger shortly after midnight on Sunday, 2 September 1666, in his shop on Pudding Lane, just East of London Bridge. Within a few hours, the fire had spread rapidly, consuming Pudding Lane, Star Inn at Fish Street Hill and also part of Thames Street. For the next four days the fire raged, mercilessly consuming everything in its wake. Londoners were beside themselves trying to extinguish it. Among average Londoners doing what they could to control the blaze were the likes of the Lord Mayor, the Duke of York, and King Charles II. Perfect to listen to while commuting, exercising, shopping or cleaning the house.. iMinds brings knowledge to your MP3 with 8 minute information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind. iMinds offers 12 main categories; become a Generalist by increasing your knowledge of Business, Politics, People, History, Pop Culture, Mystery, Crime, Culture, Religion, Concepts, Science and Sport. Clean and concise, crisp and engaging, discover what you never knew you were missing. iMinds is the knowledge solution for the information age cutting through the white noise to give you quick, accurate knowledge .. Perfect your dinner party conversation, impress your boss - an excellent way to discover topics of interest for the future. Editorial Reviews: A fire that originated in a London bakery on September 2, 1666 would spark a massive, four-day inferno that destroyed tens of thousands of buildings in the city's central area and left the city in a state of panic. Accounts of this tragedy were culled from the diaries of Samuel Pepys and John Evelyn, and iMinds summarizes these four days in compelling fashion. Elouise Rothwell has a remarkably composed presence that allows the facts to build an organic drama, and she seamlessly eases from the destruction and futile attempts to contain the fire to its containment and London's rebuilding aftermath. Critic Reviews: "I'm learning all sorts of stuff about stuff I didn't even know I didn't know. And it sticks. In a nutshell: wonderful." (Jonathon Margolis, Financial Times) Members Reviews: Nothing much no new info. just a 30 min discussion of what everyone already knows. what a waste of my money. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-historia-de-la-Segunda-Republica-Espanola-Brief-history-of-the-Second-Spanish-Republic-Audiobook/B077SN4376 Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de la Segunda República Española [Brief history of the Second Spanish Republic] Autor: Luis E. Íñigo Fernández Narrador: Jordi Varela Formato: Unabridged Duración: 7 hrs and 46 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 01-23-18 Editor: Audible Studios Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: "La lectura y el conocimiento sobre este período de lahistoria de España son imprescindibles para entender nuestro presente." (BBC Historia, Diciembre 2010) "Aunque todos sabemos cómo acaba esta historia de la república española, Luis E. Iñigo Fernández hace que lavivamos con pasión manteniéndonos en vilo continuo como si al acabar escucharla nos fuéramos a llevar una sorpresa. Todo está vendido en el devenir de los republicanos en aquella época pero el autor no hace quela narración caiga en un aburrido ensayo de datos continuos." (www.hislibris.com) El 14 de Abril de 1931, una nación que se había acostado monárquica se despertó republicana: esta es la historia del fracaso de esa ilusión. La historia de la Segunda República española, es una historia de ilusiones frustradas, pero también una historia de esperanza y confianza en la regeneración de España. Un período fundamental para entender cómo y por qué España es hoy como es. En un estilo accesible que, sin embargo, atiende al rigor histórico y al estudio de los procesos en profundidad, Luis E. Íñigo nos presenta en Breve Historia de la Segunda República Española un panorama en el que pretende explicar las causas por las que la primera democracia española fracasó. El libro comienza presentando la situación española a principios del S. XX, necesaria para entender la disgregación inicial de las facciones republicanas y su progresiva unión, una vez puestos en situación nos llevade lleno a las elecciones municipales que provocaron la victoria de los republicanos y la marcha de Alfonso XIII. Tras este primer golpe de optimismo, los gobiernos republicanos tendrán que sobreponerse a no pocos enemigos: la crisis económica que impidió la reforma agraria, la Iglesia que se oponía a la laicidad de algunas leyes, las revueltas en Asturias y en Cataluña que fueron violentamente reprimidas, los intentos de Gil-Robles demodificar la república y convertirla en una autocracia, y, por último, las disputas internas de los propios republicanos, pequeñas fracturas que provocaron el derrumbe del gobierno y llevaron a España a la Guerra Civil. Razones para comprar la obra: La Segunda República no sólo es el primer intento de establecer un sistema democrático, no es sólo la antesala de la guerra fratricida que marcará nuestro S. XX, es una época fascinante de nuestra historia narrada en este caso de un modo sobresaliente. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Luis E. Íñigo Fernández) Tue, 23 Jan 2018 23:38:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-historia-de-la-Segunda-Republica-Espanola-Brief-history-of-the-Second-Spanish-Republic-Audiobook/B077SN4376 thebookvoice.com 07:46:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de la Segunda República Española [Brief history of the Second Spanish Republic] Autor: Luis E. Íñigo Fernández Narrador: Jordi Varela Formato: Unabridged Duración: 7 hrs and 46 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 01-23-18 Editor: Audible Studios Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: "La lectura y el conocimiento sobre este período de lahistoria de España son imprescindibles para entender nuestro presente." (BBC Historia, Diciembre 2010) "Aunque todos sabemos cómo acaba esta historia de la república española, Luis E. Iñigo Fernández hace que lavivamos con pasión manteniéndonos en vilo continuo como si al acabar escucharla nos fuéramos a llevar una sorpresa. Todo está vendido en el devenir de los republicanos en aquella época pero el autor no hace quela narración caiga en un aburrido ensayo de datos continuos." (www.hislibris.com) El 14 de Abril de 1931, una nación que se había acostado monárquica se despertó republicana: esta es la historia del fracaso de esa ilusión. La historia de la Segunda República española, es una historia de ilusiones frustradas, pero también una historia de esperanza y confianza en la regeneración de España. Un período fundamental para entender cómo y por qué España es hoy como es. En un estilo accesible que, sin embargo, atiende al rigor histórico y al estudio de los procesos en profundidad, Luis E. Íñigo nos presenta en Breve Historia de la Segunda República Española un panorama en el que pretende explicar las causas por las que la primera democracia española fracasó. El libro comienza presentando la situación española a principios del S. XX, necesaria para entender la disgregación inicial de las facciones republicanas y su progresiva unión, una vez puestos en situación nos llevade lleno a las elecciones municipales que provocaron la victoria de los republicanos y la marcha de Alfonso XIII. Tras este primer golpe de optimismo, los gobiernos republicanos tendrán que sobreponerse a no pocos enemigos: la crisis económica que impidió la reforma agraria, la Iglesia que se oponía a la laicidad de algunas leyes, las revueltas en Asturias y en Cataluña que fueron violentamente reprimidas, los intentos de Gil-Robles demodificar la república y convertirla en una autocracia, y, por último, las disputas internas de los propios republicanos, pequeñas fracturas que provocaron el derrumbe del gobierno y llevaron a España a la Guerra Civil. Razones para comprar la obra: La Segunda República no sólo es el primer intento de establecer un sistema democrático, no es sólo la antesala de la guerra fratricida que marcará nuestro S. XX, es una época fascinante de nuestra historia narrada en este caso de un modo sobresaliente. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Breve historia de la Segunda República Española [Brief history of the Second Spanish Republic] Autor: Luis E. Íñigo Fernández Narrador: Jordi Varela Formato: Unabridged Duración: 7 hrs and 46 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 01-23-18 Editor: Audible Studios Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: "La lectura y el conocimiento sobre este período de lahistoria de España son imprescindibles para entender nuestro presente." (BBC Historia, Diciembre 2010) "Aunque todos sabemos cómo acaba esta historia de la república española, Luis E. Iñigo Fernández hace que lavivamos con pasión manteniéndonos en vilo continuo como si al acabar escucharla nos fuéramos a llevar una sorpresa. Todo está vendido en el devenir de los republicanos en aquella época pero el autor no hace quela narración caiga en un aburrido ensayo de datos continuos." (www.hislibris.com) El 14 de Abril de 1931, una nación que se había acostado monárquica se despertó republicana: esta es la historia del fracaso de esa ilusión. La historia de la Segunda República española, es una historia de ilusiones frustradas, pero también una historia de esperanza y confianza en la regeneración de España. Un período fundamental para entender cómo y por qué España es hoy como es. En un estilo accesible que, sin embargo, atiende al rigor histórico y al estudio de los procesos en profundidad, Luis E. Íñigo nos presenta en Breve Historia de la Segunda República Española un panorama en el que pretende explicar las causas por las que la primera democracia española fracasó. El libro comienza presentando la situación española a principios del S. XX, necesaria para entender la disgregación inicial de las facciones republicanas y su progresiva unión, una vez puestos en situación nos llevade lleno a las elecciones municipales que provocaron la victoria de los republicanos y la marcha de Alfonso XIII. Tras este primer golpe de optimismo, los gobiernos republicanos tendrán que sobreponerse a no pocos enemigos: la crisis económica que impidió la reforma agraria, la Iglesia que se oponía a la laicidad de algunas leyes, las revueltas en Asturias y en Cataluña que fueron violentamente reprimidas, los intentos de Gil-Robles demodificar la república y convertirla en una autocracia, y, por último, las disputas internas de los propios republicanos, pequeñas fracturas que provocaron el derrumbe del gobierno y llevaron a España a la Guerra Civil. Razones para comprar la obra: La Segunda República no sólo es el primer intento de establecer un sistema democrático, no es sólo la antesala de la guerra fratricida que marcará nuestro S. XX, es una época fascinante de nuestra historia narrada en este caso de un modo sobresaliente. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Una breve historia. Para comprender "algo" el fracaso posterior ... Una breve historia. Para comprender "algo" el fracaso posterior a un deseo de la mayoría del pueblo español, en 1932. Situaciones similares se viven en algunos países de América. Ojalá sirva de algo el ejemplo. Aun cuando conocemos a grandes rasgos, la historia de la Segunda República, la forma de narrar mantiene el interés del lector I wanted to know what the Second Republic was all ... I wanted to know what the Second Republic was all about and what caused the Civil War. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Victorian-Freaks-Audiobook/B072JCKHBX Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victorian Freaks Subtitle: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain Author: Marlene Tromp Narrator: Fred Humberstone Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: While "freaks" have captivated our imagination since well before the 19th century, the Victorians flocked to shows featuring dancing dwarves, bearded ladies, "missing links", and six-legged sheep. Indeed, this period has been described by Rosemarie Garland-Thomson as the epoch of "consolidation" for freakery: an era of social change, enormously popular freak shows, and taxonomic frenzy. Victorian Freaks: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain, edited by Marlene Tromp, turns to that rich nexus, examining the struggle over definitions of "freakery" and the unstable and sometimes conflicting ways in which freakery was understood and deployed. As the first study centralizing British culture, this collection discusses figures as varied as Joseph Merrick, "The Elephant Man"; Daniel Lambert, "King of the Fat Men"; Julia Pastrana, "The Bear Woman"; and Laloo, "The Marvellous Indian Boy" and his embedded, parasitic twin. Victorian Freaks contributors examine Victorian culture through the lens of freakery, interpreting the production of the freak against the landscape of capitalist consumption, the medical community, and the politics of empire, sexuality, and art. Collectively, these essays ask how freakery engaged with notions of normalcy and with its Victorian cultural context. This book is published by The Ohio State University Press. Critic Reviews: "A real, lasting contribution to scholarship, taking the field in a new, exciting direction." (Nineteenth-Century Gender Studies) "A welcome addition to the growing body of works on freaks and disability studies from a literary perspective." (Elsie Michie, Louisiana State University) "Victorian Freaks is particularly noteworthy." (Tamar Heller, author of Dead Secrets: Wilkie Collins and the Female Gothic) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marlene Tromp) Fri, 02 Jun 2017 01:54:39 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Victorian-Freaks-Audiobook/B072JCKHBX thebookvoice.com 14:28:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victorian Freaks Subtitle: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain Author: Marlene Tromp Narrator: Fred Humberstone Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: While "freaks" have captivated our imagination since well before the 19th century, the Victorians flocked to shows featuring dancing dwarves, bearded ladies, "missing links", and six-legged sheep. Indeed, this period has been described by Rosemarie Garland-Thomson as the epoch of "consolidation" for freakery: an era of social change, enormously popular freak shows, and taxonomic frenzy. Victorian Freaks: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain, edited by Marlene Tromp, turns to that rich nexus, examining the struggle over definitions of "freakery" and the unstable and sometimes conflicting ways in which freakery was understood and deployed. As the first study centralizing British culture, this collection discusses figures as varied as Joseph Merrick, "The Elephant Man"; Daniel Lambert, "King of the Fat Men"; Julia Pastrana, "The Bear Woman"; and Laloo, "The Marvellous Indian Boy" and his embedded, parasitic twin. Victorian Freaks contributors examine Victorian culture through the lens of freakery, interpreting the production of the freak against the landscape of capitalist consumption, the medical community, and the politics of empire, sexuality, and art. Collectively, these essays ask how freakery engaged with notions of normalcy and with its Victorian cultural context. This book is published by The Ohio State University Press. Critic Reviews: "A real, lasting contribution to scholarship, taking the field in a new, exciting direction." (Nineteenth-Century Gender Studies) "A welcome addition to the growing body of works on freaks and disability studies from a literary perspective." (Elsie Michie, Louisiana State University) "Victorian Freaks is particularly noteworthy." (Tamar Heller, author of Dead Secrets: Wilkie Collins and the Female Gothic) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Victorian Freaks Subtitle: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain Author: Marlene Tromp Narrator: Fred Humberstone Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 06-02-17 Publisher: University Press Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: While "freaks" have captivated our imagination since well before the 19th century, the Victorians flocked to shows featuring dancing dwarves, bearded ladies, "missing links", and six-legged sheep. Indeed, this period has been described by Rosemarie Garland-Thomson as the epoch of "consolidation" for freakery: an era of social change, enormously popular freak shows, and taxonomic frenzy. Victorian Freaks: The Social Context of Freakery in Britain, edited by Marlene Tromp, turns to that rich nexus, examining the struggle over definitions of "freakery" and the unstable and sometimes conflicting ways in which freakery was understood and deployed. As the first study centralizing British culture, this collection discusses figures as varied as Joseph Merrick, "The Elephant Man"; Daniel Lambert, "King of the Fat Men"; Julia Pastrana, "The Bear Woman"; and Laloo, "The Marvellous Indian Boy" and his embedded, parasitic twin. Victorian Freaks contributors examine Victorian culture through the lens of freakery, interpreting the production of the freak against the landscape of capitalist consumption, the medical community, and the politics of empire, sexuality, and art. Collectively, these essays ask how freakery engaged with notions of normalcy and with its Victorian cultural context. This book is published by The Ohio State University Press. Critic Reviews: "A real, lasting contribution to scholarship, taking the field in a new, exciting direction." (Nineteenth-Century Gender Studies) "A welcome addition to the growing body of works on freaks and disability studies from a literary perspective." (Elsie Michie, Louisiana State University) "Victorian Freaks is particularly noteworthy." (Tamar Heller, author of Dead Secrets: Wilkie Collins and the Female Gothic) Members Reviews: Great book with the single worst narration ever What did you like best about Victorian Freaks? What did you like least? The book is absolutely fascinating, and it's nice to have an erudite book on this subject. It consists of a series of scholarly essays on freakery and its relationship to Victorian sensibilities. This is made for an academic audience, so anyone looking for a casual read may be put off; it has the air of a dissertation, but those of us who study the topic will find a wealth of great observations and material. However, this is the single worst narration I've ever heard in any audio medium. I have no idea what the intent of the narrator was here, but it's my personal theory that although the narrator can accurately read single words, he has no idea what they actually mean or what the sentences say. Seriously, the inflection, tone, pacing, and pronunciation make no sense at all, as if a computer voice were reading a text. It sounds a little more human at 2x speed, but it's still very, very difficult to listen to, and many words are mispronounced. In the span of like three sentences, he pronounces "minotaur" as "meen-OH-tor," "fin de séacle" as "fine day seecle," and, bafflingly, "milieu" as "MEEL-yerr." I would probably recommend going with a physical book on this one. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fourth-Crusade-Audiobook/B06XTN65MT Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fourth Crusade Subtitle: The History of the Crusade That Resulted in the Sack of Constantinople Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Fourth Crusade from 1202-1204 is significant in medieval history because it was the first time a crusade was directed against another Christian group. It was also significant since it encompassed two of the four major sieges of Constantinople, and it also sparked a third in 1235 (an unsuccessful attempt to reverse the Latin gains in 1204). Given that legacy, it's ironic that like the Crusades before it, the Fourth Crusade was originally intended as an invasion of Egypt, which had been conquered by Saladin and his uncle nearly four decades earlier. Egypt had been joined with Syria into one Muslim empire under Saladin, but it had fallen apart into two separate realms after his death shortly after the Third Crusade in 1193. Following that crusade, the main objective of the Crusaders in the 13th century was to conquer Egypt and use it as a beachhead against the Muslims in Syria who threatened Christian Palestine, a goal that should have been beneficial to all of Christendom in both the West and East. Instead, during the Fourth Crusade, tensions between the Latin Christians of Western Europe and the Greek Christians of Constantinople came to a head after a century and three previous Crusades. This resulted in a critical breakdown of communications that resulted in an internal war within Christendom and led to the sack of Constantinople by the Crusaders. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Wed, 29 Mar 2017 15:12:02 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Fourth-Crusade-Audiobook/B06XTN65MT thebookvoice.com 01:20:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fourth Crusade Subtitle: The History of the Crusade That Resulted in the Sack of Constantinople Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Fourth Crusade from 1202-1204 is significant in medieval history because it was the first time a crusade was directed against another Christian group. It was also significant since it encompassed two of the four major sieges of Constantinople, and it also sparked a third in 1235 (an unsuccessful attempt to reverse the Latin gains in 1204). Given that legacy, it's ironic that like the Crusades before it, the Fourth Crusade was originally intended as an invasion of Egypt, which had been conquered by Saladin and his uncle nearly four decades earlier. Egypt had been joined with Syria into one Muslim empire under Saladin, but it had fallen apart into two separate realms after his death shortly after the Third Crusade in 1193. Following that crusade, the main objective of the Crusaders in the 13th century was to conquer Egypt and use it as a beachhead against the Muslims in Syria who threatened Christian Palestine, a goal that should have been beneficial to all of Christendom in both the West and East. Instead, during the Fourth Crusade, tensions between the Latin Christians of Western Europe and the Greek Christians of Constantinople came to a head after a century and three previous Crusades. This resulted in a critical breakdown of communications that resulted in an internal war within Christendom and led to the sack of Constantinople by the Crusaders. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fourth Crusade Subtitle: The History of the Crusade That Resulted in the Sack of Constantinople Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Dan Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-29-17 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Fourth Crusade from 1202-1204 is significant in medieval history because it was the first time a crusade was directed against another Christian group. It was also significant since it encompassed two of the four major sieges of Constantinople, and it also sparked a third in 1235 (an unsuccessful attempt to reverse the Latin gains in 1204). Given that legacy, it's ironic that like the Crusades before it, the Fourth Crusade was originally intended as an invasion of Egypt, which had been conquered by Saladin and his uncle nearly four decades earlier. Egypt had been joined with Syria into one Muslim empire under Saladin, but it had fallen apart into two separate realms after his death shortly after the Third Crusade in 1193. Following that crusade, the main objective of the Crusaders in the 13th century was to conquer Egypt and use it as a beachhead against the Muslims in Syria who threatened Christian Palestine, a goal that should have been beneficial to all of Christendom in both the West and East. Instead, during the Fourth Crusade, tensions between the Latin Christians of Western Europe and the Greek Christians of Constantinople came to a head after a century and three previous Crusades. This resulted in a critical breakdown of communications that resulted in an internal war within Christendom and led to the sack of Constantinople by the Crusaders. Members Reviews: A fantastic breed I am very glad I invested the time to read this book on the fourth Crusade. It was exactly what I was looking for and had everything in it I required. good information, but no detailbut what do you expect ... good information,but no detailbut what do you expect for free Basic Information Interesting details on the convoluted agendas of various participants in this destructive endeavor and all in the name of religion. Five Stars Amazing history well told and masterly documented. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Mystery-of-the-Mary-Celeste-Audiobook/B01MRHX0XP Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Mary Celeste Subtitle: The History of the American Merchant Vessel and the Disappearance of Its Crew Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "In the month of December in the year 1873, the British ship Dei Gratia steered into Gibraltar, having in tow the derelict brigantine Marie Celeste, which had been picked up in latitude 38 degrees 40', longitude 17 degrees 15' W. There were several circumstances in connection with the condition and appearance of this abandoned vessel which excited considerable comment at the time, and aroused a curiosity which has never been satisfied." (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement") People love mysteries, which is a good thing, since history is so replete with them. This is especially true among seafaring people, and of all the mysteries of the deep, few rise to the level of the Mary Celeste. In many ways it is a story more suited for an episode of The X-Files than it is for any history book. There is the unlucky ship that began her sailing career under a cloud of bad fortune and accident. Then there is the handsome young captain, a man appearing to be of the highest moral fiber, who chose to travel with his wife and young daughter rather than carouse with loose women. His crew was small but faithful, and his first mate was an old friend. They set sail for Genoa late in 1872 but arrived instead in the history books, lost suddenly to a mystery that remains unsolved to this day. The first indication that anything unusual had happened came on December 5 of that year, when the Mary Celeste was found by another ship, the Dei Gratia, sailing safely and intact but completely devoid of human beings. The bed was unmade and the captain's cabin a bit untidy, but otherwise there was no sign of struggle. Or was there? biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles River Editors) Thu, 10 Nov 2016 17:14:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Mystery-of-the-Mary-Celeste-Audiobook/B01MRHX0XP thebookvoice.com 01:07:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Mary Celeste Subtitle: The History of the American Merchant Vessel and the Disappearance of Its Crew Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "In the month of December in the year 1873, the British ship Dei Gratia steered into Gibraltar, having in tow the derelict brigantine Marie Celeste, which had been picked up in latitude 38 degrees 40', longitude 17 degrees 15' W. There were several circumstances in connection with the condition and appearance of this abandoned vessel which excited considerable comment at the time, and aroused a curiosity which has never been satisfied." (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement") People love mysteries, which is a good thing, since history is so replete with them. This is especially true among seafaring people, and of all the mysteries of the deep, few rise to the level of the Mary Celeste. In many ways it is a story more suited for an episode of The X-Files than it is for any history book. There is the unlucky ship that began her sailing career under a cloud of bad fortune and accident. Then there is the handsome young captain, a man appearing to be of the highest moral fiber, who chose to travel with his wife and young daughter rather than carouse with loose women. His crew was small but faithful, and his first mate was an old friend. They set sail for Genoa late in 1872 but arrived instead in the history books, lost suddenly to a mystery that remains unsolved to this day. The first indication that anything unusual had happened came on December 5 of that year, when the Mary Celeste was found by another ship, the Dei Gratia, sailing safely and intact but completely devoid of human beings. The bed was unmade and the captain's cabin a bit untidy, but otherwise there was no sign of struggle. Or was there? Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Mary Celeste Subtitle: The History of the American Merchant Vessel and the Disappearance of Its Crew Author: Charles River Editors Narrator: Scott Clem Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-16 Publisher: Charles River Editors Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: "In the month of December in the year 1873, the British ship Dei Gratia steered into Gibraltar, having in tow the derelict brigantine Marie Celeste, which had been picked up in latitude 38 degrees 40', longitude 17 degrees 15' W. There were several circumstances in connection with the condition and appearance of this abandoned vessel which excited considerable comment at the time, and aroused a curiosity which has never been satisfied." (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, "J. Habakuk Jephson's Statement") People love mysteries, which is a good thing, since history is so replete with them. This is especially true among seafaring people, and of all the mysteries of the deep, few rise to the level of the Mary Celeste. In many ways it is a story more suited for an episode of The X-Files than it is for any history book. There is the unlucky ship that began her sailing career under a cloud of bad fortune and accident. Then there is the handsome young captain, a man appearing to be of the highest moral fiber, who chose to travel with his wife and young daughter rather than carouse with loose women. His crew was small but faithful, and his first mate was an old friend. They set sail for Genoa late in 1872 but arrived instead in the history books, lost suddenly to a mystery that remains unsolved to this day. The first indication that anything unusual had happened came on December 5 of that year, when the Mary Celeste was found by another ship, the Dei Gratia, sailing safely and intact but completely devoid of human beings. The bed was unmade and the captain's cabin a bit untidy, but otherwise there was no sign of struggle. Or was there? Members Reviews: All you want to know about the history of the Mary Celeste and the mystery of the crew's disappearance I really enjoyed The Mystery of the Mary Celeste: The History of the American Merchant Vessel and the Disappearance of Its Crew e-book. I had heard the basic story before but this book fills in some blanks. This e-book describes the history of the Mary Celeste in a concise but brief manner. The history of the ship is such that one might call it cursed. The book also provides us with some information about the crew. The book provides more information the Captain/owner of the ship. Lastly the book provides plenty of so-called theories about the disappearance of the crew. I really enjoyed the book and highly recommend it. There was a good reasoning why it occurred This was a short story about the events leading up to the abandoned of the Mary Celeste. It was mere speculation on why she was found abandoned. There was a good reasoning why it occurred, but only speculative. I enjoyed it. Good sea story Well written account of the sailing days. another wife's tale. All of my life I have heard of the Mary Celeste. However; I didn't find it a mystery...D good read. Informative, good read. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lepoca-dellascesa-Storia-dei-Medici-1-Audiobook/B01I37EGNS Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'epoca dell'ascesa (Storia dei Medici 1) Autore: Francesco De Vito Narratore: Fabio Farnè Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 36 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 07-11-16 Editore: Area 51 Short Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 2 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La casata dei Medici fu una famiglia di banchieri, una dinastia dalle antiche origini che si spinse in tutti i rami della civiltà dell'epoca, arrivando ad eleggere re e papi. La loro storia inizia e si svolge nella Repubblica di Firenze a cavallo tra il XIV e il XV secolo, con personalità come Cosimo de' Medici (soprannominato Padre della patria), Lorenzo il Magnifico, Giovanni de' Medici (divenuto Papa Leone X) e Giulio de' Medici (altro Papa, Clemente VII). In questa prima parte della trilogia dedicata alla grande famiglia toscana, seguiremo i primi protagonisti e i capostipiti della famiglia nella loro ascesa al potere a Firenze. ©2016 Area51 Publishing (P)2016 Area51 Publishing biacuaduc@gmail.com (Francesco De Vito) Mon, 11 Jul 2016 06:16:34 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lepoca-dellascesa-Storia-dei-Medici-1-Audiobook/B01I37EGNS thebookvoice.com 01:36:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'epoca dell'ascesa (Storia dei Medici 1) Autore: Francesco De Vito Narratore: Fabio Farnè Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 36 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 07-11-16 Editore: Area 51 Short Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 2 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La casata dei Medici fu una famiglia di banchieri, una dinastia dalle antiche origini che si spinse in tutti i rami della civiltà dell'epoca, arrivando ad eleggere re e papi. La loro storia inizia e si svolge nella Repubblica di Firenze a cavallo tra il XIV e il XV secolo, con personalità come Cosimo de' Medici (soprannominato Padre della patria), Lorenzo il Magnifico, Giovanni de' Medici (divenuto Papa Leone X) e Giulio de' Medici (altro Papa, Clemente VII). In questa prima parte della trilogia dedicata alla grande famiglia toscana, seguiremo i primi protagonisti e i capostipiti della famiglia nella loro ascesa al potere a Firenze. ©2016 Area51 Publishing (P)2016 Area51 Publishing Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'epoca dell'ascesa (Storia dei Medici 1) Autore: Francesco De Vito Narratore: Fabio Farnè Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 36 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 07-11-16 Editore: Area 51 Short Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 2 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La casata dei Medici fu una famiglia di banchieri, una dinastia dalle antiche origini che si spinse in tutti i rami della civiltà dell'epoca, arrivando ad eleggere re e papi. La loro storia inizia e si svolge nella Repubblica di Firenze a cavallo tra il XIV e il XV secolo, con personalità come Cosimo de' Medici (soprannominato Padre della patria), Lorenzo il Magnifico, Giovanni de' Medici (divenuto Papa Leone X) e Giulio de' Medici (altro Papa, Clemente VII). In questa prima parte della trilogia dedicata alla grande famiglia toscana, seguiremo i primi protagonisti e i capostipiti della famiglia nella loro ascesa al potere a Firenze. ©2016 Area51 Publishing (P)2016 Area51 Publishing https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Guy-Fawkes-A-Desperate-Remedy-Audiobook/B00T9XKFUY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guy Fawkes: A Desperate Remedy Author: M. Justin Parsons Narrator: Virginia Byron Format: Unabridged Length: 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-15 Publisher: Word Of Mouth Productions Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: London, 1605: A new king sits upon the throne of England, but not everyone is pleased with this Protestant monarch. A group of conspirators scheme to overthrow him and restore Catholic rule; by igniting an explosion directly beneath Parliament! For their plot to succeed, these traitors need the perfect assassin; a man named Guy Fawkes. Guy Fawkes: A Desperate Remedy reveals the true story behind the Gunpowder Plot. This unique novella allows readers to join Fawkes as he becomes embroiled in history's most notorious assassination attempt on the life of a British Sovereign. From secretly hatching a murderous revolt, to carefully building a deadly bomb, to ultimately striking a fateful match, we hear Guy Fawkes from his first rebellious thoughts to his final bitter reflections. Great for history buffs and those interested in the truth behind the legend, told in the unique Word of Mouth Productions way, combining narration with acting and excellent music and special effects. Narrated by the acclaimed Virginia Byron with additional additional dialogue by Brendan Sheppard and David Keogh. biacuaduc@gmail.com (M. Justin Parsons) Mon, 09 Feb 2015 05:56:58 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Guy-Fawkes-A-Desperate-Remedy-Audiobook/B00T9XKFUY thebookvoice.com 00:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guy Fawkes: A Desperate Remedy Author: M. Justin Parsons Narrator: Virginia Byron Format: Unabridged Length: 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-15 Publisher: Word Of Mouth Productions Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: London, 1605: A new king sits upon the throne of England, but not everyone is pleased with this Protestant monarch. A group of conspirators scheme to overthrow him and restore Catholic rule; by igniting an explosion directly beneath Parliament! For their plot to succeed, these traitors need the perfect assassin; a man named Guy Fawkes. Guy Fawkes: A Desperate Remedy reveals the true story behind the Gunpowder Plot. This unique novella allows readers to join Fawkes as he becomes embroiled in history's most notorious assassination attempt on the life of a British Sovereign. From secretly hatching a murderous revolt, to carefully building a deadly bomb, to ultimately striking a fateful match, we hear Guy Fawkes from his first rebellious thoughts to his final bitter reflections. Great for history buffs and those interested in the truth behind the legend, told in the unique Word of Mouth Productions way, combining narration with acting and excellent music and special effects. Narrated by the acclaimed Virginia Byron with additional additional dialogue by Brendan Sheppard and David Keogh. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Guy Fawkes: A Desperate Remedy Author: M. Justin Parsons Narrator: Virginia Byron Format: Unabridged Length: 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-09-15 Publisher: Word Of Mouth Productions Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: London, 1605: A new king sits upon the throne of England, but not everyone is pleased with this Protestant monarch. A group of conspirators scheme to overthrow him and restore Catholic rule; by igniting an explosion directly beneath Parliament! For their plot to succeed, these traitors need the perfect assassin; a man named Guy Fawkes. Guy Fawkes: A Desperate Remedy reveals the true story behind the Gunpowder Plot. This unique novella allows readers to join Fawkes as he becomes embroiled in history's most notorious assassination attempt on the life of a British Sovereign. From secretly hatching a murderous revolt, to carefully building a deadly bomb, to ultimately striking a fateful match, we hear Guy Fawkes from his first rebellious thoughts to his final bitter reflections. Great for history buffs and those interested in the truth behind the legend, told in the unique Word of Mouth Productions way, combining narration with acting and excellent music and special effects. Narrated by the acclaimed Virginia Byron with additional additional dialogue by Brendan Sheppard and David Keogh. Members Reviews: A lot more theatrical then I expected. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? It's a very short book, so it's pretty easy to listen to in a go. Any additional comments? I was rather surprised by this book. It's more of a radio program then a book on tape sort of thing. They have voice actors for all the characters, sound effects, and background music. It made it very engaging to listen to. I'm not sure why they had a female as the main narrator. Not that she did a bad job, she was an excellent narrator who played the part excellently, but she was playing the part of Guy Fawkes, who probably didn't have a female voice. This book, while extremely informative and entertaining, is more of a story then a history lesson. It's written from Guy Fawke's point of view, and tells his side of the story. It's too bad it's so short, I rather enjoyed it. Not what I was expecting, but amusing nontheless. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-Storia-della-Prima-Guerra-Mondiale-Vol-7-Short-History-of-WWI-Vol-7-Audiobook/B00SXB0DY6 Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve Storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol. 7 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 7] Sottotitolo: Il Fronte Italiano [the Italian front] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 11 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-16-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Mentre il fronte occidentale era scosso dalle grandi e fiaccanti battaglie di logo-ramento, sul fronte meridionale Italia e Austria erano alla disperata ricerca di una vittoria che potesse risultare decisiva. Le battaglie dell'Isonzo furono per certi versi molto simili a quelle combattute sul fronte occidentale, in pratica una guerra di trincea. I combattimenti sul fronte italiano furono logoranti e caratterizzate da grosse perdite. Quella di Caporetto fu una sconfitta disastrosa, tanto da essere entrata anche nel linguaggio comune come sinonimo di disfatta, con quarantamila soldati italiani morti o feriti e altri 275 mila finiti prigionieri del nemico. [While the western front was shaken by large battles of attrition, Southern Italy and Austria were desperate for a victory that could be decisive. The battles of the Isonzo were in some ways very similar to those fought on the western front, in practice trench warfare. The fighting on the Italian front was exhausting and characterized by large losses. There was a disastrous defeat at Caporetto, entered into common parlance as a synonym of defeat, with 40,000 Italian soldiers killed or wounded, and 275,000 others finished as prisoners of the enemy.] Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Piero Di Domenico) Mon, 16 Feb 2015 03:21:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Breve-Storia-della-Prima-Guerra-Mondiale-Vol-7-Short-History-of-WWI-Vol-7-Audiobook/B00SXB0DY6 thebookvoice.com 01:11:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve Storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol. 7 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 7] Sottotitolo: Il Fronte Italiano [the Italian front] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 11 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-16-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Mentre il fronte occidentale era scosso dalle grandi e fiaccanti battaglie di logo-ramento, sul fronte meridionale Italia e Austria erano alla disperata ricerca di una vittoria che potesse risultare decisiva. Le battaglie dell'Isonzo furono per certi versi molto simili a quelle combattute sul fronte occidentale, in pratica una guerra di trincea. I combattimenti sul fronte italiano furono logoranti e caratterizzate da grosse perdite. Quella di Caporetto fu una sconfitta disastrosa, tanto da essere entrata anche nel linguaggio comune come sinonimo di disfatta, con quarantamila soldati italiani morti o feriti e altri 275 mila finiti prigionieri del nemico. [While the western front was shaken by large battles of attrition, Southern Italy and Austria were desperate for a victory that could be decisive. The battles of the Isonzo were in some ways very similar to those fought on the western front, in practice trench warfare. The fighting on the Italian front was exhausting and characterized by large losses. There was a disastrous defeat at Caporetto, entered into common parlance as a synonym of defeat, with 40,000 Italian soldiers killed or wounded, and 275,000 others finished as prisoners of the enemy.] Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Breve Storia della Prima Guerra Mondiale, Vol. 7 [Short History of WWI, Vol. 7] Sottotitolo: Il Fronte Italiano [the Italian front] Autore: Piero Di Domenico Narratore: Lorenzo Visi Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 11 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 02-16-15 Editore: Area51 Publishing Valutazioni: 4 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Mentre il fronte occidentale era scosso dalle grandi e fiaccanti battaglie di logo-ramento, sul fronte meridionale Italia e Austria erano alla disperata ricerca di una vittoria che potesse risultare decisiva. Le battaglie dell'Isonzo furono per certi versi molto simili a quelle combattute sul fronte occidentale, in pratica una guerra di trincea. I combattimenti sul fronte italiano furono logoranti e caratterizzate da grosse perdite. Quella di Caporetto fu una sconfitta disastrosa, tanto da essere entrata anche nel linguaggio comune come sinonimo di disfatta, con quarantamila soldati italiani morti o feriti e altri 275 mila finiti prigionieri del nemico. [While the western front was shaken by large battles of attrition, Southern Italy and Austria were desperate for a victory that could be decisive. The battles of the Isonzo were in some ways very similar to those fought on the western front, in practice trench warfare. The fighting on the Italian front was exhausting and characterized by large losses. There was a disastrous defeat at Caporetto, entered into common parlance as a synonym of defeat, with 40,000 Italian soldiers killed or wounded, and 275,000 others finished as prisoners of the enemy.] Please note: This audiobook is in Italian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Independencia-de-Haiti-La-gesta-emancipadora-del-Caribe-Haitian-Independence-The-Emancipation-of-the-Caribbean-Audiobook/B019G55PLS Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Independencia de Haití: La gesta emancipadora del Caribe [Haitian Independence: The Emancipation of the Caribbean] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 25 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 12-18-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Tras los embates producidos por la heroica Revolución Francesa en el siglo XVII, en la Isla caribeña de la Española, el territorio que abarca el actual estado de Haití, sufrió profundos cambios a causa de la explotación europea y los deseos de libertad del pueblo haitiano. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Fri, 18 Dec 2015 06:03:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Independencia-de-Haiti-La-gesta-emancipadora-del-Caribe-Haitian-Independence-The-Emancipation-of-the-Caribbean-Audiobook/B019G55PLS thebookvoice.com 00:25:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Independencia de Haití: La gesta emancipadora del Caribe [Haitian Independence: The Emancipation of the Caribbean] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 25 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 12-18-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Tras los embates producidos por la heroica Revolución Francesa en el siglo XVII, en la Isla caribeña de la Española, el territorio que abarca el actual estado de Haití, sufrió profundos cambios a causa de la explotación europea y los deseos de libertad del pueblo haitiano. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Independencia de Haití: La gesta emancipadora del Caribe [Haitian Independence: The Emancipation of the Caribbean] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 25 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 12-18-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Tras los embates producidos por la heroica Revolución Francesa en el siglo XVII, en la Isla caribeña de la Española, el territorio que abarca el actual estado de Haití, sufrió profundos cambios a causa de la explotación europea y los deseos de libertad del pueblo haitiano. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Children-of-the-Mill-Audiobook/B00KFFRUCQ Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Children of the Mill Subtitle: True Stories from Quarry Bank Author: David Hanson Narrator: John Lightbody Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-17-14 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Mill - set in early 19th-century Cheshire - was Channel 4's biggest drama launch of 2013, and captivated viewers with the tales of the lives of the young girls and boys in a northern mill. Focusing on the apprentices at Quarry Bank Mill, David Hanson's book uses a wealth of first-person source material including letters, diaries, and mill records, to tell the stories of the children who lived and worked at Quarry Bank throughout the 19th century. This book perfectly accompanies the television series, satisfying viewers' curiosity about the history of the children of Quarry Bank. It reveals the real lives of the television series' main characters - Esther, Daniel, Lucy, and Susannah - showing how shockingly close to the truth the dramatisation is. But the book also goes far beyond this to create a full and vivid picture of factory life in the industrial revolution. David Hanson has written an accessible narrative history of Victorian working children and the conditions in which they worked. biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Hanson) Thu, 17 Jul 2014 12:14:48 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Children-of-the-Mill-Audiobook/B00KFFRUCQ thebookvoice.com 08:02:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Children of the Mill Subtitle: True Stories from Quarry Bank Author: David Hanson Narrator: John Lightbody Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-17-14 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Mill - set in early 19th-century Cheshire - was Channel 4's biggest drama launch of 2013, and captivated viewers with the tales of the lives of the young girls and boys in a northern mill. Focusing on the apprentices at Quarry Bank Mill, David Hanson's book uses a wealth of first-person source material including letters, diaries, and mill records, to tell the stories of the children who lived and worked at Quarry Bank throughout the 19th century. This book perfectly accompanies the television series, satisfying viewers' curiosity about the history of the children of Quarry Bank. It reveals the real lives of the television series' main characters - Esther, Daniel, Lucy, and Susannah - showing how shockingly close to the truth the dramatisation is. But the book also goes far beyond this to create a full and vivid picture of factory life in the industrial revolution. David Hanson has written an accessible narrative history of Victorian working children and the conditions in which they worked. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Children of the Mill Subtitle: True Stories from Quarry Bank Author: David Hanson Narrator: John Lightbody Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 07-17-14 Publisher: Headline Digital Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The Mill - set in early 19th-century Cheshire - was Channel 4's biggest drama launch of 2013, and captivated viewers with the tales of the lives of the young girls and boys in a northern mill. Focusing on the apprentices at Quarry Bank Mill, David Hanson's book uses a wealth of first-person source material including letters, diaries, and mill records, to tell the stories of the children who lived and worked at Quarry Bank throughout the 19th century. This book perfectly accompanies the television series, satisfying viewers' curiosity about the history of the children of Quarry Bank. It reveals the real lives of the television series' main characters - Esther, Daniel, Lucy, and Susannah - showing how shockingly close to the truth the dramatisation is. But the book also goes far beyond this to create a full and vivid picture of factory life in the industrial revolution. David Hanson has written an accessible narrative history of Victorian working children and the conditions in which they worked. Members Reviews: Insightful and entertaining Really enjoyed this book. A lot of information to take in so I actually listened to it twice but it delivers happy and sad stories from the days of the mill in an informative and entertaining way. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Four-Horsemen-Audiobook/B00KK2J6T4 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Four Horsemen Subtitle: Riding to Liberty in Post-Napoleonic Europe Author: Richard Stites Narrator: Greg Wagland Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In a series of revolts starting in 1820, four military officers rode forth on horseback from obscure European towns to bring political freedom and a constitution to Spain, Naples, and Russia; and national independence to the Greeks. The men who launched these exploits from Andalusia to the snowy fields of Ukraine - Colonel Rafael del Riego, General Guglielmo Pepe, General Alexandros Ypsilanti, and Colonel Sergei Muraviev-Apostol - all hoped to overturn the old order. Over the next six years, their revolutions ended in failure. The men who led them became martyrs. In The Four Horsemen, the late, eminent historian Richard Stites offers a compelling narrative history of these four revolutions. Stites sets the stories side by side, allowing him to compare events and movements and so illuminate such topics as the transfer of ideas and peoples across frontiers, the formation of an international community of revolutionaries, and the appropriation of Christian symbols and language for secular purposes. He shows how expressive behavior and artifacts of all kinds - art, popular festivities, propaganda, and religion - worked their way to various degrees into all the revolutionary movements and regimes. And he documents as well the corruption, abandonment of liberal values, and outright betrayal of the revolution that emerged in Spain and Naples; the clash of ambitions and ideas that wracked the unity of the Decembrists' cause; and civil war that erupted in the midst of the Greek struggle for independence. Richard Stites was one of the most imaginative and broad-ranging historians working in the United States. This book is his last work, a classic example of his dazzling knowledge and idiosyncratic yet accessible writing style. The culmination of an esteemed career, The Four Horsemen promises to enthrall anyone interested in 19th-century Europe and the history of revolutions. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Stites) Wed, 28 May 2014 06:38:10 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Four-Horsemen-Audiobook/B00KK2J6T4 thebookvoice.com 21:56:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Four Horsemen Subtitle: Riding to Liberty in Post-Napoleonic Europe Author: Richard Stites Narrator: Greg Wagland Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In a series of revolts starting in 1820, four military officers rode forth on horseback from obscure European towns to bring political freedom and a constitution to Spain, Naples, and Russia; and national independence to the Greeks. The men who launched these exploits from Andalusia to the snowy fields of Ukraine - Colonel Rafael del Riego, General Guglielmo Pepe, General Alexandros Ypsilanti, and Colonel Sergei Muraviev-Apostol - all hoped to overturn the old order. Over the next six years, their revolutions ended in failure. The men who led them became martyrs. In The Four Horsemen, the late, eminent historian Richard Stites offers a compelling narrative history of these four revolutions. Stites sets the stories side by side, allowing him to compare events and movements and so illuminate such topics as the transfer of ideas and peoples across frontiers, the formation of an international community of revolutionaries, and the appropriation of Christian symbols and language for secular purposes. He shows how expressive behavior and artifacts of all kinds - art, popular festivities, propaganda, and religion - worked their way to various degrees into all the revolutionary movements and regimes. And he documents as well the corruption, abandonment of liberal values, and outright betrayal of the revolution that emerged in Spain and Naples; the clash of ambitions and ideas that wracked the unity of the Decembrists' cause; and civil war that erupted in the midst of the Greek struggle for independence. Richard Stites was one of the most imaginative and broad-ranging historians working in the United States. This book is his last work, a classic example of his dazzling knowledge and idiosyncratic yet accessible writing style. The culmination of an esteemed career, The Four Horsemen promises to enthrall anyone interested in 19th-century Europe and the history of revolutions. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Four Horsemen Subtitle: Riding to Liberty in Post-Napoleonic Europe Author: Richard Stites Narrator: Greg Wagland Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-28-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In a series of revolts starting in 1820, four military officers rode forth on horseback from obscure European towns to bring political freedom and a constitution to Spain, Naples, and Russia; and national independence to the Greeks. The men who launched these exploits from Andalusia to the snowy fields of Ukraine - Colonel Rafael del Riego, General Guglielmo Pepe, General Alexandros Ypsilanti, and Colonel Sergei Muraviev-Apostol - all hoped to overturn the old order. Over the next six years, their revolutions ended in failure. The men who led them became martyrs. In The Four Horsemen, the late, eminent historian Richard Stites offers a compelling narrative history of these four revolutions. Stites sets the stories side by side, allowing him to compare events and movements and so illuminate such topics as the transfer of ideas and peoples across frontiers, the formation of an international community of revolutionaries, and the appropriation of Christian symbols and language for secular purposes. He shows how expressive behavior and artifacts of all kinds - art, popular festivities, propaganda, and religion - worked their way to various degrees into all the revolutionary movements and regimes. And he documents as well the corruption, abandonment of liberal values, and outright betrayal of the revolution that emerged in Spain and Naples; the clash of ambitions and ideas that wracked the unity of the Decembrists' cause; and civil war that erupted in the midst of the Greek struggle for independence. Richard Stites was one of the most imaginative and broad-ranging historians working in the United States. This book is his last work, a classic example of his dazzling knowledge and idiosyncratic yet accessible writing style. The culmination of an esteemed career, The Four Horsemen promises to enthrall anyone interested in 19th-century Europe and the history of revolutions. Members Reviews: If you enjoy European narrative history Very well-written exploration of some of the less known events at that time. If you enjoy European narrative history, this is for you. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Voices-of-Early-British-Female-Politicians-Audiobook/B00ET9ZPXU Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Voices of Early British Female Politicians Author: Katharine Ramsey, Nancy Astor, Edith Clara Summerskill Narrator: Katharine Ramsey, Nancy Astor, Edith Clara Summerskill Format: Original Recording Length: 10 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-13 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Katharine Ramsey lived from 1874 to 1960. Known as the "Red Duchess," in 1923 she became the first woman member from Scotland elected to the House of Commons. As a crusader against international cruelty, she spoke out against Stalin, Franco, and Hitler. The recording is from a 1929 speech. Nancy Astor (May 19, 1879 - May 2, 1964) though born in Danville, Virginia, was the first woman to sit as a Member of Parliament in the British House of Commons. Known for her quick wit and often shark tongue, she remained an MP from November 28, 1919 through July 5, 1945. Edith Clara Summerskill (April 19, 1901 - February 4, 1980) was a British physican, feminist, writer, and a Labour member of Parliament from 1938 to 1961. In addition to co-founding and acting as the first president of the Married Women's Association, she was a strong advocate for women's equal rights. The recordings are dated from 1941. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Katharine Ramsey) Wed, 28 Aug 2013 18:36:07 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Voices-of-Early-British-Female-Politicians-Audiobook/B00ET9ZPXU thebookvoice.com 00:10:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Voices of Early British Female Politicians Author: Katharine Ramsey, Nancy Astor, Edith Clara Summerskill Narrator: Katharine Ramsey, Nancy Astor, Edith Clara Summerskill Format: Original Recording Length: 10 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-13 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Katharine Ramsey lived from 1874 to 1960. Known as the "Red Duchess," in 1923 she became the first woman member from Scotland elected to the House of Commons. As a crusader against international cruelty, she spoke out against Stalin, Franco, and Hitler. The recording is from a 1929 speech. Nancy Astor (May 19, 1879 - May 2, 1964) though born in Danville, Virginia, was the first woman to sit as a Member of Parliament in the British House of Commons. Known for her quick wit and often shark tongue, she remained an MP from November 28, 1919 through July 5, 1945. Edith Clara Summerskill (April 19, 1901 - February 4, 1980) was a British physican, feminist, writer, and a Labour member of Parliament from 1938 to 1961. In addition to co-founding and acting as the first president of the Married Women's Association, she was a strong advocate for women's equal rights. The recordings are dated from 1941. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Voices of Early British Female Politicians Author: Katharine Ramsey, Nancy Astor, Edith Clara Summerskill Narrator: Katharine Ramsey, Nancy Astor, Edith Clara Summerskill Format: Original Recording Length: 10 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-13 Publisher: Listen & Live Audio, Inc. Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Katharine Ramsey lived from 1874 to 1960. Known as the "Red Duchess," in 1923 she became the first woman member from Scotland elected to the House of Commons. As a crusader against international cruelty, she spoke out against Stalin, Franco, and Hitler. The recording is from a 1929 speech. Nancy Astor (May 19, 1879 - May 2, 1964) though born in Danville, Virginia, was the first woman to sit as a Member of Parliament in the British House of Commons. Known for her quick wit and often shark tongue, she remained an MP from November 28, 1919 through July 5, 1945. Edith Clara Summerskill (April 19, 1901 - February 4, 1980) was a British physican, feminist, writer, and a Labour member of Parliament from 1938 to 1961. In addition to co-founding and acting as the first president of the Married Women's Association, she was a strong advocate for women's equal rights. The recordings are dated from 1941. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Portrait-of-Cambridge-Audiobook/B00CUI759E Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Portrait of Cambridge Author: C. R. Benstead Narrator: Eric Brooks Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The story of Cambridge is one of curious conflict: an unrelenting struggle for independence by a squalid fenland settlement, which entirely changed its purpose as, down the centuries, a great University grew in its midst. Yet it was this unwelcome intruder, seen today as an island of ancient glory in a surge of modern expansion, that makes the City of Cambridge known to the world. The coming of the "clerks"; the early hostels and colleges; the problem of the King's Ditch; the limitations of a medieval education, and of learning itself until recent years; the "rod" and its application; the tremendous religious emphasis, and compulsion, that endured until the last century; the dissolution of the religious houses; the Reformation and its martyrs; the threats to the University's very existence; Cambridge and Cromwell, himself a pensioner of Sidney Sussex; the seemingly unending strife between town and gown, and the hazardous office of Mayor; the unending procession of poets and scientists, headed by Milton and Newton, and of great men in every walk of life; the colleges, and their independence, in the modern age of reform, not least in architecture; and even the tidal phenomenon of the undergraduates' hair, once restricted by clerical tonsure: It is in terms of these factors, grave and gay, that the story of Cambridge is told. Mr. C. R. Benstead, a graduate of Cambridge University, has been both soldier and sailor. In the First World War he was mentioned in despatches after the controversial Passchendaele battle in 1917, and won the Military Cross in the fighting near Amiens that followed the great German offensive in 1918. His book Retreat, written against the background of the ill-fated British Fifth Army, created worldwide interest. At the outbreak of the Second World War he was Meteorological Officer of the aircraft carrier Furious, in which he continued to serve for over two years and he finished the war on the staff of the Commander-in-Chief, British Pacific Fleet. After retiring from the Navy, he was, at one time, Senior Proctor of the University. biacuaduc@gmail.com (C. R. Benstead) Mon, 20 May 2013 01:60:03 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Portrait-of-Cambridge-Audiobook/B00CUI759E thebookvoice.com 09:45:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Portrait of Cambridge Author: C. R. Benstead Narrator: Eric Brooks Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The story of Cambridge is one of curious conflict: an unrelenting struggle for independence by a squalid fenland settlement, which entirely changed its purpose as, down the centuries, a great University grew in its midst. Yet it was this unwelcome intruder, seen today as an island of ancient glory in a surge of modern expansion, that makes the City of Cambridge known to the world. The coming of the "clerks"; the early hostels and colleges; the problem of the King's Ditch; the limitations of a medieval education, and of learning itself until recent years; the "rod" and its application; the tremendous religious emphasis, and compulsion, that endured until the last century; the dissolution of the religious houses; the Reformation and its martyrs; the threats to the University's very existence; Cambridge and Cromwell, himself a pensioner of Sidney Sussex; the seemingly unending strife between town and gown, and the hazardous office of Mayor; the unending procession of poets and scientists, headed by Milton and Newton, and of great men in every walk of life; the colleges, and their independence, in the modern age of reform, not least in architecture; and even the tidal phenomenon of the undergraduates' hair, once restricted by clerical tonsure: It is in terms of these factors, grave and gay, that the story of Cambridge is told. Mr. C. R. Benstead, a graduate of Cambridge University, has been both soldier and sailor. In the First World War he was mentioned in despatches after the controversial Passchendaele battle in 1917, and won the Military Cross in the fighting near Amiens that followed the great German offensive in 1918. His book Retreat, written against the background of the ill-fated British Fifth Army, created worldwide interest. At the outbreak of the Second World War he was Meteorological Officer of the aircraft carrier Furious, in which he continued to serve for over two years and he finished the war on the staff of the Commander-in-Chief, British Pacific Fleet. After retiring from the Navy, he was, at one time, Senior Proctor of the University. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Portrait of Cambridge Author: C. R. Benstead Narrator: Eric Brooks Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The story of Cambridge is one of curious conflict: an unrelenting struggle for independence by a squalid fenland settlement, which entirely changed its purpose as, down the centuries, a great University grew in its midst. Yet it was this unwelcome intruder, seen today as an island of ancient glory in a surge of modern expansion, that makes the City of Cambridge known to the world. The coming of the "clerks"; the early hostels and colleges; the problem of the King's Ditch; the limitations of a medieval education, and of learning itself until recent years; the "rod" and its application; the tremendous religious emphasis, and compulsion, that endured until the last century; the dissolution of the religious houses; the Reformation and its martyrs; the threats to the University's very existence; Cambridge and Cromwell, himself a pensioner of Sidney Sussex; the seemingly unending strife between town and gown, and the hazardous office of Mayor; the unending procession of poets and scientists, headed by Milton and Newton, and of great men in every walk of life; the colleges, and their independence, in the modern age of reform, not least in architecture; and even the tidal phenomenon of the undergraduates' hair, once restricted by clerical tonsure: It is in terms of these factors, grave and gay, that the story of Cambridge is told. Mr. C. R. Benstead, a graduate of Cambridge University, has been both soldier and sailor. In the First World War he was mentioned in despatches after the controversial Passchendaele battle in 1917, and won the Military Cross in the fighting near Amiens that followed the great German offensive in 1918. His book Retreat, written against the background of the ill-fated British Fifth Army, created worldwide interest. At the outbreak of the Second World War he was Meteorological Officer of the aircraft carrier Furious, in which he continued to serve for over two years and he finished the war on the staff of the Commander-in-Chief, British Pacific Fleet. After retiring from the Navy, he was, at one time, Senior Proctor of the University. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Hitler-Virus-Audiobook/B00B90MU9O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hitler Virus Subtitle: The Insidious Legacy of Adolf Hitler Author: Peter Wyden Narrator: Robin Sachs Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In spring 1945, as the Russians moved on Berlin and it became clear the Nazi cause was lost, Adolf Hitler assured his most trusted henchmen that even if he were to die, "the seed of National Socialism will grow again one day [in]a radiant rebirth." Several times after the war, the distinguished author Peter Wyden, himself a victim of the Nazis, returned to Germany to discover, to his dismay, that Hitler's prediction was all too true. In this unsettling audiobook, Wyden documents the reality that the "Hitler virus" is still very much alive. A harrowing companion to Daniel Goldhagen's Hitler's Willing Executioners, this book is Wyden's legacy to the world. Editorial Reviews: Peter Wyden, author of The Hitler Virus: The Insidious Legacy of Adolf Hitler has firsthand experience with the Nazis. This audiobook explores how Hitler's ideology and persona have managed to haunt society even to this day. Robin Sach's performance of this text is chilling. His clear diction helps listeners understand the way National Socialism has become viral in sophisticated cultures, even in modern-day Germany where experts once thought such ideology had been all but wiped out. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Wyden) Tue, 05 Feb 2013 22:02:43 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Hitler-Virus-Audiobook/B00B90MU9O thebookvoice.com 12:19:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hitler Virus Subtitle: The Insidious Legacy of Adolf Hitler Author: Peter Wyden Narrator: Robin Sachs Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In spring 1945, as the Russians moved on Berlin and it became clear the Nazi cause was lost, Adolf Hitler assured his most trusted henchmen that even if he were to die, "the seed of National Socialism will grow again one day [in]a radiant rebirth." Several times after the war, the distinguished author Peter Wyden, himself a victim of the Nazis, returned to Germany to discover, to his dismay, that Hitler's prediction was all too true. In this unsettling audiobook, Wyden documents the reality that the "Hitler virus" is still very much alive. A harrowing companion to Daniel Goldhagen's Hitler's Willing Executioners, this book is Wyden's legacy to the world. Editorial Reviews: Peter Wyden, author of The Hitler Virus: The Insidious Legacy of Adolf Hitler has firsthand experience with the Nazis. This audiobook explores how Hitler's ideology and persona have managed to haunt society even to this day. Robin Sach's performance of this text is chilling. His clear diction helps listeners understand the way National Socialism has become viral in sophisticated cultures, even in modern-day Germany where experts once thought such ideology had been all but wiped out. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hitler Virus Subtitle: The Insidious Legacy of Adolf Hitler Author: Peter Wyden Narrator: Robin Sachs Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: In spring 1945, as the Russians moved on Berlin and it became clear the Nazi cause was lost, Adolf Hitler assured his most trusted henchmen that even if he were to die, "the seed of National Socialism will grow again one day [in]a radiant rebirth." Several times after the war, the distinguished author Peter Wyden, himself a victim of the Nazis, returned to Germany to discover, to his dismay, that Hitler's prediction was all too true. In this unsettling audiobook, Wyden documents the reality that the "Hitler virus" is still very much alive. A harrowing companion to Daniel Goldhagen's Hitler's Willing Executioners, this book is Wyden's legacy to the world. Editorial Reviews: Peter Wyden, author of The Hitler Virus: The Insidious Legacy of Adolf Hitler has firsthand experience with the Nazis. This audiobook explores how Hitler's ideology and persona have managed to haunt society even to this day. Robin Sach's performance of this text is chilling. His clear diction helps listeners understand the way National Socialism has become viral in sophisticated cultures, even in modern-day Germany where experts once thought such ideology had been all but wiped out. Members Reviews: Hitler in the twenty first century What you make of this book depends what you expected when you picked it up. The expression 'virus' rather suggests an analysis of how Hiterlism still infects the body politic. Up to a point, that is right. Wyden (who died before completing the text) does consider ultra right movements such as Haider's in Austria and is adroit in considering the continuing fascination for the Fuhrer amongst tourists and skinheads. But those references hardly add up to a comprehensive treatment. The author is far more successful in tracing the post war political careers or influence of card carrying nazis, for example Remer (who saved the regime in the failed July 1944 coup)and a veritable tribe of unpunished former SS who popped up all over the world in new guises. For my money, this book illustrates that Hitler's influence has certainly persisted since 1945 without really telling us why or to what end. Perhaps those loathsome internet hate groups have some of the answers. A great disappointment. Important topic badly let down. The nostalgia of many for Hitler and his Third Reich, the allure of his ideology, the sympathy of old and young in Germany and many other parts of the world for Hitler's lost cause, the strange attractions to many (including ironically Jews!) of Nazi memorabilia - all these are important sociological issues which merits a careful and forensic analysis. The demise of the extreme right spectrum of the world political stage since WWII also deserved scholarly treatment. What accounts for the strange, surprisingly international appeal of Hitler in this day and age!? This book offers none of that. Yes, as the author admitted, it is a deeply personal enquiry into the question of why Hitler as the ideologue and model has refused to die - notwithstanding that Nazism was literally bombed into the sub-basement at the end of WWII. It is personal to the extent of being badly organized, poorly conceptualized, and not held together by any coherent or well-thought out system or order. This is a very shoddy treatment of a historically and sociologically significant topic, nearly an insult. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Audiobook/B0032N2MQM Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Fire and Pestilence Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Fire and Pestilence explores London's age-old ability to regenerate and reinvent itself, illustrated by human and physical phenomena including: disasters and plagues, political turmoil and riots, fires, and The Blitz. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Ackroyd) Mon, 12 Sep 2005 03:59:45 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/London-Audiobook/B0032N2MQM thebookvoice.com 02:59:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Fire and Pestilence Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Fire and Pestilence explores London's age-old ability to regenerate and reinvent itself, illustrated by human and physical phenomena including: disasters and plagues, political turmoil and riots, fires, and The Blitz. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: London Subtitle: The Biography, Fire and Pestilence Author: Peter Ackroyd Narrator: Simon Callow Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-05 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Ackroyd portrays London from the time of the druids to the beginning of the twenty-first century, noting magnificence in both epochs, but this is not a simple chronological record. It is a comprehensive account, animated by Ackroyd's concern for the close relationship between the present and the past as well as by what he describes as the peculiar "echoic" quality of London whereby its texture and history actively affect the lives and personalities of its citizens. London is perhaps the most important study of the city ever written, and confirms Ackroyd's status as what one critic has called "our age's greatest London imagination". Fire and Pestilence explores London's age-old ability to regenerate and reinvent itself, illustrated by human and physical phenomena including: disasters and plagues, political turmoil and riots, fires, and The Blitz. ©2000 Peter Ackroyd; (P)2004 Random House Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Peter Ackroyd was born to write the biography of London....A brilliant book." (Sunday Telegraph) https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/This-Sceptred-Isle-Audiobook/B002V1C6KI Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Sceptred Isle Subtitle: The Twentieth Century, Volume 5, 1979-1999 Author: Christopher Lee Narrator: Anna Massey, Robert Powell Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-06 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This Sceptred Isle: The Twentieth Century continues the story, taking us through decades of whirlwind change and technological advancement in a diverse and colourful country on the brink of a new millennium. Volume 5, covering the years 1979-1999, looks at the Thatcher years, the Falklands War, and the greatest ever Royal wedding. Beyond Britain, Mikhail Gorbachev was influencing world affairs and, back in the nation's capital, a dome was being built to celebrate the approaching millennium. Critic Reviews: "Wonderful....This Sceptred Isle has provided one of the greatest treats for listeners in recent years." (Sunday Times) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher Lee) Wed, 18 Oct 2006 04:20:31 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/This-Sceptred-Isle-Audiobook/B002V1C6KI thebookvoice.com 03:05:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Sceptred Isle Subtitle: The Twentieth Century, Volume 5, 1979-1999 Author: Christopher Lee Narrator: Anna Massey, Robert Powell Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-06 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This Sceptred Isle: The Twentieth Century continues the story, taking us through decades of whirlwind change and technological advancement in a diverse and colourful country on the brink of a new millennium. Volume 5, covering the years 1979-1999, looks at the Thatcher years, the Falklands War, and the greatest ever Royal wedding. Beyond Britain, Mikhail Gorbachev was influencing world affairs and, back in the nation's capital, a dome was being built to celebrate the approaching millennium. Critic Reviews: "Wonderful....This Sceptred Isle has provided one of the greatest treats for listeners in recent years." (Sunday Times) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Sceptred Isle Subtitle: The Twentieth Century, Volume 5, 1979-1999 Author: Christopher Lee Narrator: Anna Massey, Robert Powell Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-06 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: This Sceptred Isle: The Twentieth Century continues the story, taking us through decades of whirlwind change and technological advancement in a diverse and colourful country on the brink of a new millennium. Volume 5, covering the years 1979-1999, looks at the Thatcher years, the Falklands War, and the greatest ever Royal wedding. Beyond Britain, Mikhail Gorbachev was influencing world affairs and, back in the nation's capital, a dome was being built to celebrate the approaching millennium. Critic Reviews: "Wonderful....This Sceptred Isle has provided one of the greatest treats for listeners in recent years." (Sunday Times) Members Reviews: I hope the rest of the series is this great I am patching up my knowledge of some history I lived through, but pretty blithely at the time. This knit the whole story of those 20 years together terrifically, connectilng dots between what I heard back then as mere fragments. Next stop: the late 1700s. I hope it is handled as deftly. The length is just right too, to give a brisk history refresher but not to bog down, as a few lengthy British histories I've read have done. Easy to Listen to History What made the experience of listening to This Sceptred Isle the most enjoyable? It was enjoyably narrated. There were frequent primary accounts included and a variety of voices. Additionally, the content was not too difficult to understand and the pacing was appropriate. What was one of the most memorable moments of This Sceptred Isle? It's meant as a children's book, so it's a very brief overview of the history of the UK between 1979-1999. However, if you are unfamiliar with British history, it does an acceptable job of introducing you to the key points. What about Anna Massey and Robert Powell s performance did you like? The occasional dry commentary on historical events. She also does an excellent job moderating her voice and pacing the concepts. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes! I listened to it in one afternoon. It was very worthwhile. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Return-to-Akenfield-Audiobook/B002V0TNC8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Return to Akenfield Subtitle: Portrait of an English Village in the 21st Century Author: Craig Taylor Narrator: Stephen Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-07 Publisher: ISIS Audio Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The result reverberates with the voices of the villagers: young farmers, retired orchardmen, and Eastern European migrant workers talk about farming in an age of globalisation; commuters, weekenders, and retirees discuss the realities behind the rural idyll; and the local priest, teacher, and pub owner describe the daily pleasures and tribulations of village life. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Craig Taylor) Wed, 15 Aug 2007 06:04:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Return-to-Akenfield-Audiobook/B002V0TNC8 thebookvoice.com 06:38:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Return to Akenfield Subtitle: Portrait of an English Village in the 21st Century Author: Craig Taylor Narrator: Stephen Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-07 Publisher: ISIS Audio Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The result reverberates with the voices of the villagers: young farmers, retired orchardmen, and Eastern European migrant workers talk about farming in an age of globalisation; commuters, weekenders, and retirees discuss the realities behind the rural idyll; and the local priest, teacher, and pub owner describe the daily pleasures and tribulations of village life. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Return to Akenfield Subtitle: Portrait of an English Village in the 21st Century Author: Craig Taylor Narrator: Stephen Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-07 Publisher: ISIS Audio Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The result reverberates with the voices of the villagers: young farmers, retired orchardmen, and Eastern European migrant workers talk about farming in an age of globalisation; commuters, weekenders, and retirees discuss the realities behind the rural idyll; and the local priest, teacher, and pub owner describe the daily pleasures and tribulations of village life. Members Reviews: What a pleasure! Living in France I thought that I would discover a brand new world in rural England. In fact people have the same type of preoccupations or way of life. But it was a pleasure to hear that reader who makes us discover the different points of view of this small town inhabitants . Lively and very pleasant, a real bowl of fresh air. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Death-of-Manolete-Audiobook/B002V0QJSY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Death of Manolete Author: Barnaby Conrad Narrator: Barnaby Conrad Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-07 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Manolete fired the Latin imagination as no one had done since El Cid. He was a symbol of Latin pride, valor, and chivalry. But the crowds owned him and he did their bidding...and they had bid him to die. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Barnaby Conrad) Wed, 19 Sep 2007 02:52:56 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Death-of-Manolete-Audiobook/B002V0QJSY thebookvoice.com 01:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Death of Manolete Author: Barnaby Conrad Narrator: Barnaby Conrad Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-07 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Manolete fired the Latin imagination as no one had done since El Cid. He was a symbol of Latin pride, valor, and chivalry. But the crowds owned him and he did their bidding...and they had bid him to die. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Death of Manolete Author: Barnaby Conrad Narrator: Barnaby Conrad Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-07 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Manolete fired the Latin imagination as no one had done since El Cid. He was a symbol of Latin pride, valor, and chivalry. But the crowds owned him and he did their bidding...and they had bid him to die. Members Reviews: La Virgen de la Macarena This book is both spare and graphic. It is written succinctly but passionately by Conrad, a man who obviously appreciates the corrida in all its majesty, courage and sometimes triumph and mediocrity. Although there is rivalry between matadors, I believe there is an overemphasis on this aspect of the sport. Facing death in the area--especially in full view of thousands--is a very lonely thing. Manolete, one of the best of all times, died because he needed to remain at the top of a very dangerous profession. He had to pass that bull a little closer than almost anyone had passed him before, with remarkable style and apparent aplomb and arrogance. Of course, he was by no means completely fatalistic about the thing. He admitted himself that he was increasingly terrified and his fear wore him down. The last pictures of him, before meeting with Islaro, were of an overly thin, almost anorectic man, who likely had lost his appetite. Nevertheless, he prayed his hopeless prayer to La Virgen de la Mararena and went out to face the Miura bulls. Tragically Sad The book does not have many pages but it does include a good share of photographs. Manolete personifies the essence of a bullfighter, insecurities and all. Why didn't he quit while he was way ahead? That is the toughest question and it might appear he was ordained by destiny to end up the way he did. There are not enough pages in the book to qualify the work as a serious book on the art of bullfighting, but there is a brief story of someone who many experts considered to have been the best of the best. Some chilling photos of his last hours and accurate rendition of his words while waiting for death. In one photograph he raises from the gurney in which he is laying and moments after he is no more. The photos are old but is sad for you know what follows. This book is for the serious enthusiast and I for one count myself as one. His elegance, his classical style when facing the fighting bulls in his career singles him out. Very few other deserve the glory he achieved once he was gone. Some of these bullfighters are incredible people in every sense of the word. For anyone who believes the bullfighter has all the advantage I would urge they do a little research as to how beautiful and deadly the fighting bull really is. This is a supreme fighting machine and when one with all the traits of courage and breeding appears in the ring the Fiesta Brava is on! Islero, the Miura bull, that took Manolete's life comes from a very respectable line of fierce and dangerous bulls. Manolete was warned not too take chances with Islero, that he had a tendency to snap to the right or left with those deadly horns. His right hand man said not to attempt to kill him in the direct manner that Manolete was accustomed, a no fancy straight to the heart of the bull that had gained him proclaim through much of his career. But he wanted that way, he had just ended a brilliant faena and the public, if only for a moment now it seemed, had embraced him again as the greatest Matador, something he appeared to crave more than life itself, apparently. Thin book about a subject matter that still awes and mystifies me to this day. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Il-sogno-dei-filosofi-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-47-Audiobook/B074SZL591 Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il sogno dei filosofi (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 47) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 20 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 08-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: L'Illuminismo fu un movimento filosofico, politico, sociale e culturale sviluppatosi intorno al XVIII secolo in Europa. Nacque in Inghilterra, ma ebbe il suo massimo sviluppo in Francia, poi in tutta Europa e raggiunse anche l'America. Il termine "Illuminismo" è passato a significare genericamente qualunque forma di pensiero che voglia "illuminare" la mente degli uomini, ottenebrata dall'ignoranza e dalla superstizione, servendosi della critica della ragione e dell'apporto della scienza. In questo audiolibro si esplorano le condizioni e i contesti storici che dettero vita al Secolo dei Lumi, il '700, con i suoi conflitti e le guerre tra sovrani e fra nazioni, si tratteggiano le figure che più contribuirono alla nascita e allo sviluppo del pensiero razionale (da Locke a Voltaire, da Montesquieu a Madame Geoffrin, da Hume a D'Alembert). Le idee dei filosofi e degli scienziati illuministi furono rottura consapevole nei confronti del passato e si diffusero in tutta Europa condizionando fortemente élites intellettuali, principi e sovrani. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Paolo Casini, Im Hof, Robert Balland. La lettura è di Eugenio Farn. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Mon, 14 Aug 2017 14:54:37 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Il-sogno-dei-filosofi-Storia-dItalia-e-dEuropa-47-Audiobook/B074SZL591 thebookvoice.com 01:20:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il sogno dei filosofi (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 47) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 20 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 08-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: L'Illuminismo fu un movimento filosofico, politico, sociale e culturale sviluppatosi intorno al XVIII secolo in Europa. Nacque in Inghilterra, ma ebbe il suo massimo sviluppo in Francia, poi in tutta Europa e raggiunse anche l'America. Il termine "Illuminismo" è passato a significare genericamente qualunque forma di pensiero che voglia "illuminare" la mente degli uomini, ottenebrata dall'ignoranza e dalla superstizione, servendosi della critica della ragione e dell'apporto della scienza. In questo audiolibro si esplorano le condizioni e i contesti storici che dettero vita al Secolo dei Lumi, il '700, con i suoi conflitti e le guerre tra sovrani e fra nazioni, si tratteggiano le figure che più contribuirono alla nascita e allo sviluppo del pensiero razionale (da Locke a Voltaire, da Montesquieu a Madame Geoffrin, da Hume a D'Alembert). Le idee dei filosofi e degli scienziati illuministi furono rottura consapevole nei confronti del passato e si diffusero in tutta Europa condizionando fortemente élites intellettuali, principi e sovrani. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Paolo Casini, Im Hof, Robert Balland. La lettura è di Eugenio Farn. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il sogno dei filosofi (Storia d'Italia e d'Europa 47) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 20 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 08-14-17 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: L'Illuminismo fu un movimento filosofico, politico, sociale e culturale sviluppatosi intorno al XVIII secolo in Europa. Nacque in Inghilterra, ma ebbe il suo massimo sviluppo in Francia, poi in tutta Europa e raggiunse anche l'America. Il termine "Illuminismo" è passato a significare genericamente qualunque forma di pensiero che voglia "illuminare" la mente degli uomini, ottenebrata dall'ignoranza e dalla superstizione, servendosi della critica della ragione e dell'apporto della scienza. In questo audiolibro si esplorano le condizioni e i contesti storici che dettero vita al Secolo dei Lumi, il '700, con i suoi conflitti e le guerre tra sovrani e fra nazioni, si tratteggiano le figure che più contribuirono alla nascita e allo sviluppo del pensiero razionale (da Locke a Voltaire, da Montesquieu a Madame Geoffrin, da Hume a D'Alembert). Le idee dei filosofi e degli scienziati illuministi furono rottura consapevole nei confronti del passato e si diffusero in tutta Europa condizionando fortemente élites intellettuali, principi e sovrani. Questo volume è realizzato a cura di Maurizio Falghera, con riferimento alle opere degli storici Paolo Casini, Im Hof, Robert Balland. La lettura è di Eugenio Farn. ©2017 il Narratore Srl (P)2017 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-France-Audiobook/B071677VS3 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of France Author: IntroBooks Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 43 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-17 Publisher: IntroBooks Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The kingdom of France of the medieval ages emerged from the Western dominion of Europe. It was called Charlemagne's empire of Carolingians. During those days the territory was prominently called Western Francis. It was during the later years in and around 987 that the prominence of this Western Francis heightened with the formation of the Hugh Capet. The house of Capet is quite significant in the French history. Causes of French revolutions later on, the civil wars, the Viking threat, and many other interesting aspects make the history of France a very interesting subject for anyone from any part of the world. biacuaduc@gmail.com (IntroBooks) Tue, 25 Apr 2017 09:27:55 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-France-Audiobook/B071677VS3 thebookvoice.com 00:43:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of France Author: IntroBooks Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 43 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-17 Publisher: IntroBooks Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The kingdom of France of the medieval ages emerged from the Western dominion of Europe. It was called Charlemagne's empire of Carolingians. During those days the territory was prominently called Western Francis. It was during the later years in and around 987 that the prominence of this Western Francis heightened with the formation of the Hugh Capet. The house of Capet is quite significant in the French history. Causes of French revolutions later on, the civil wars, the Viking threat, and many other interesting aspects make the history of France a very interesting subject for anyone from any part of the world. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of France Author: IntroBooks Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 43 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-17 Publisher: IntroBooks Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The kingdom of France of the medieval ages emerged from the Western dominion of Europe. It was called Charlemagne's empire of Carolingians. During those days the territory was prominently called Western Francis. It was during the later years in and around 987 that the prominence of this Western Francis heightened with the formation of the Hugh Capet. The house of Capet is quite significant in the French history. Causes of French revolutions later on, the civil wars, the Viking threat, and many other interesting aspects make the history of France a very interesting subject for anyone from any part of the world. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Young-and-Damned-and-Fair-Audiobook/B01M9GK6GG Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Young and Damned and Fair Subtitle: The Life and Tragedy of Catherine Howard at the Court of Henry VIII Author: Gareth Russell Narrator: Jenny Funnell Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: England, July 1540: it is one of the hottest summers on record, and the court of Henry VIII is embroiled once again in political scandal. Anne Cleves is out. Thomas Cromwell is to be executed and, in the countryside, an aristocratic teenager named Catherine Howard prepares to become fifth wife to the increasingly unpredictable monarch. In the five centuries since her death, Catherine Howard has been dismissed as 'a wanton', 'inconsequential' and a naïve victim of her ambitious family, but the story of her rise and fall offers not only a terrifying and compelling story of an attractive, vivacious young woman thrown onto the shores of history thanks to a king's infatuation but an intense portrait of Tudor monarchy in microcosm: how royal favour was won, granted, exercised, displayed, celebrated and, at last, betrayed and lost. The story of Catherine Howard is both a very dark fairy tale and a gripping political scandal. Born into the nobility and married into the royal family, during her short life Catherine was almost never alone. Attended every waking hour by servants or companions, secrets were impossible to keep. With his research focus on Catherine's household, Gareth Russell has written a narrative that unfurls as if in real time to explain how the queen's career ended with one of the great scandals of Henry VIII's reign. More than a traditional biography, this is a very human tale of some terrible decisions made by a young woman and of complex individuals attempting to survive in a dangerous hothouse where the odds were stacked against nearly all of them. By illuminating Catherine's entwined upstairs/downstairs worlds and bringing the listener into her daily milieu, the author retells her story in an exciting and engaging way that has surprisingly modern resonances and offers a fresh perspective on Henry's fifth wife. Young and Damned and Fair is a riveting account of Catherine Howard's tragic marriage to one of history's most powerful rulers. It is a grand tale of the Henrician court in its twilight, a glittering but pernicious sunset during which the king's unstable behaviour and his courtiers' labyrinthine deceptions proved fatal to many, not just to Catherine Howard. Critic Reviews: "This fascinating and ultimately heartbreaking account of Henry VIII's doomed fifth wife brings to life the cruel, gossip-fueled, backstabbing world of the court in which Catherine Howard rose and fell. The uncommonly talented Gareth Russell has produced a masterly work of Tudor history that is engrossing, sympathetic, suspenseful, and illuminating." (Charlotte Gordon, author of Romantic Outlaws, winner of the 2016 National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography) biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gareth Russell) Thu, 12 Jan 2017 06:55:19 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Young-and-Damned-and-Fair-Audiobook/B01M9GK6GG thebookvoice.com 15:57:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Young and Damned and Fair Subtitle: The Life and Tragedy of Catherine Howard at the Court of Henry VIII Author: Gareth Russell Narrator: Jenny Funnell Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: England, July 1540: it is one of the hottest summers on record, and the court of Henry VIII is embroiled once again in political scandal. Anne Cleves is out. Thomas Cromwell is to be executed and, in the countryside, an aristocratic teenager named Catherine Howard prepares to become fifth wife to the increasingly unpredictable monarch. In the five centuries since her death, Catherine Howard has been dismissed as 'a wanton', 'inconsequential' and a naïve victim of her ambitious family, but the story of her rise and fall offers not only a terrifying and compelling story of an attractive, vivacious young woman thrown onto the shores of history thanks to a king's infatuation but an intense portrait of Tudor monarchy in microcosm: how royal favour was won, granted, exercised, displayed, celebrated and, at last, betrayed and lost. The story of Catherine Howard is both a very dark fairy tale and a gripping political scandal. Born into the nobility and married into the royal family, during her short life Catherine was almost never alone. Attended every waking hour by servants or companions, secrets were impossible to keep. With his research focus on Catherine's household, Gareth Russell has written a narrative that unfurls as if in real time to explain how the queen's career ended with one of the great scandals of Henry VIII's reign. More than a traditional biography, this is a very human tale of some terrible decisions made by a young woman and of complex individuals attempting to survive in a dangerous hothouse where the odds were stacked against nearly all of them. By illuminating Catherine's entwined upstairs/downstairs worlds and bringing the listener into her daily milieu, the author retells her story in an exciting and engaging way that has surprisingly modern resonances and offers a fresh perspective on Henry's fifth wife. Young and Damned and Fair is a riveting account of Catherine Howard's tragic marriage to one of history's most powerful rulers. It is a grand tale of the Henrician court in its twilight, a glittering but pernicious sunset during which the king's unstable behaviour and his courtiers' labyrinthine deceptions proved fatal to many, not just to Catherine Howard. Critic Reviews: "This fascinating and ultimately heartbreaking account of Henry VIII's doomed fifth wife brings to life the cruel, gossip-fueled, backstabbing world of the court in which Catherine Howard rose and fell. The uncommonly talented Gareth Russell has produced a masterly work of Tudor history that is engrossing, sympathetic, suspenseful, and illuminating." (Charlotte Gordon, author of Romantic Outlaws, winner of the 2016 National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography) Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Young and Damned and Fair Subtitle: The Life and Tragedy of Catherine Howard at the Court of Henry VIII Author: Gareth Russell Narrator: Jenny Funnell Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: England, July 1540: it is one of the hottest summers on record, and the court of Henry VIII is embroiled once again in political scandal. Anne Cleves is out. Thomas Cromwell is to be executed and, in the countryside, an aristocratic teenager named Catherine Howard prepares to become fifth wife to the increasingly unpredictable monarch. In the five centuries since her death, Catherine Howard has been dismissed as 'a wanton', 'inconsequential' and a naïve victim of her ambitious family, but the story of her rise and fall offers not only a terrifying and compelling story of an attractive, vivacious young woman thrown onto the shores of history thanks to a king's infatuation but an intense portrait of Tudor monarchy in microcosm: how royal favour was won, granted, exercised, displayed, celebrated and, at last, betrayed and lost. The story of Catherine Howard is both a very dark fairy tale and a gripping political scandal. Born into the nobility and married into the royal family, during her short life Catherine was almost never alone. Attended every waking hour by servants or companions, secrets were impossible to keep. With his research focus on Catherine's household, Gareth Russell has written a narrative that unfurls as if in real time to explain how the queen's career ended with one of the great scandals of Henry VIII's reign. More than a traditional biography, this is a very human tale of some terrible decisions made by a young woman and of complex individuals attempting to survive in a dangerous hothouse where the odds were stacked against nearly all of them. By illuminating Catherine's entwined upstairs/downstairs worlds and bringing the listener into her daily milieu, the author retells her story in an exciting and engaging way that has surprisingly modern resonances and offers a fresh perspective on Henry's fifth wife. Young and Damned and Fair is a riveting account of Catherine Howard's tragic marriage to one of history's most powerful rulers. It is a grand tale of the Henrician court in its twilight, a glittering but pernicious sunset during which the king's unstable behaviour and his courtiers' labyrinthine deceptions proved fatal to many, not just to Catherine Howard. Critic Reviews: "This fascinating and ultimately heartbreaking account of Henry VIII's doomed fifth wife brings to life the cruel, gossip-fueled, backstabbing world of the court in which Catherine Howard rose and fell. The uncommonly talented Gareth Russell has produced a masterly work of Tudor history that is engrossing, sympathetic, suspenseful, and illuminating." (Charlotte Gordon, author of Romantic Outlaws, winner of the 2016 National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography) Members Reviews: Short Lived Queen Consort Always interested in the complex and colourful history of King Henry VIII's court, I was drawn to this biography of Henry's fifth wife, Catherine Howard as it was a work focusing on one of the perhaps less well known wives. So much has been written about Anne Boleyn, Henry's most notorious wife that it was a refreshing change to find a book like this This is my first experience of Gareth Russell as an author and on the whole it is a very good impression I am left with after reading this work. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-caduta-Storia-dei-Medici-3-Audiobook/B01IDHNF6W Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La caduta (Storia dei Medici 3) Autore: Francesco De Vito Narratore: Fabio Farnè Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 11 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 07-13-16 Editore: Area 51 Short Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 2 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La casata dei Medici fu una famiglia di banchieri, una dinastia dalle antiche origini che si spinse in tutti i rami della civiltà dell'epoca, arrivando a eleggere re e papi. La loro storia inizia e si svolge nella Repubblica di Firenze a cavallo tra il XIV e il XV secolo, con personalità come Cosimo de' Medici (soprannominato Padre della patria), Lorenzo il Magnifico, Giovanni de' Medici (divenuto Papa Leone X) e Giulio de' Medici (altro Papa, Clemente VII). In questa terza e ultima parte della trilogia dedicata alla grande famiglia toscana, seguiremo gli ultimi protagonisti della casata. Cosimo I con le sue politiche interne ed esterne, la guerra di Siena, Francesco I con il suo mecenatismo e la sua non-politica, Caterina e Maria regine di Francia, Gian Gastone e Ferdinando, verso l'estinzione della casata, gli ultimi granduchi. Ripercorreremo infine i luoghi di Firenze che li hanno caratterizzati, per scoprire in modo diverso la storia di questa grandissima famiglia italiana. ©2016 Area51 Publishing (P)2016 Area51 Publishing biacuaduc@gmail.com (Francesco De Vito) Wed, 13 Jul 2016 02:48:25 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-caduta-Storia-dei-Medici-3-Audiobook/B01IDHNF6W thebookvoice.com 01:11:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La caduta (Storia dei Medici 3) Autore: Francesco De Vito Narratore: Fabio Farnè Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 11 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 07-13-16 Editore: Area 51 Short Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 2 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La casata dei Medici fu una famiglia di banchieri, una dinastia dalle antiche origini che si spinse in tutti i rami della civiltà dell'epoca, arrivando a eleggere re e papi. La loro storia inizia e si svolge nella Repubblica di Firenze a cavallo tra il XIV e il XV secolo, con personalità come Cosimo de' Medici (soprannominato Padre della patria), Lorenzo il Magnifico, Giovanni de' Medici (divenuto Papa Leone X) e Giulio de' Medici (altro Papa, Clemente VII). In questa terza e ultima parte della trilogia dedicata alla grande famiglia toscana, seguiremo gli ultimi protagonisti della casata. Cosimo I con le sue politiche interne ed esterne, la guerra di Siena, Francesco I con il suo mecenatismo e la sua non-politica, Caterina e Maria regine di Francia, Gian Gastone e Ferdinando, verso l'estinzione della casata, gli ultimi granduchi. Ripercorreremo infine i luoghi di Firenze che li hanno caratterizzati, per scoprire in modo diverso la storia di questa grandissima famiglia italiana. ©2016 Area51 Publishing (P)2016 Area51 Publishing Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: La caduta (Storia dei Medici 3) Autore: Francesco De Vito Narratore: Fabio Farnè Formato: Unabridged Durata: 1 hr and 11 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 07-13-16 Editore: Area 51 Short Valutazioni: 4.5 su 5 su 2 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: La casata dei Medici fu una famiglia di banchieri, una dinastia dalle antiche origini che si spinse in tutti i rami della civiltà dell'epoca, arrivando a eleggere re e papi. La loro storia inizia e si svolge nella Repubblica di Firenze a cavallo tra il XIV e il XV secolo, con personalità come Cosimo de' Medici (soprannominato Padre della patria), Lorenzo il Magnifico, Giovanni de' Medici (divenuto Papa Leone X) e Giulio de' Medici (altro Papa, Clemente VII). In questa terza e ultima parte della trilogia dedicata alla grande famiglia toscana, seguiremo gli ultimi protagonisti della casata. Cosimo I con le sue politiche interne ed esterne, la guerra di Siena, Francesco I con il suo mecenatismo e la sua non-politica, Caterina e Maria regine di Francia, Gian Gastone e Ferdinando, verso l'estinzione della casata, gli ultimi granduchi. Ripercorreremo infine i luoghi di Firenze che li hanno caratterizzati, per scoprire in modo diverso la storia di questa grandissima famiglia italiana. ©2016 Area51 Publishing (P)2016 Area51 Publishing https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Reconstruccion-de-Alemania-The-Reconstruction-of-Germany-Audiobook/B01H618DD6 Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Reconstrucción de Alemania [The Reconstruction of Germany] Subtitular: El milagro económico alemán [The German Economic Miracle] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 37 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-17-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Tras la toma de Berlín y el suicidio de Hitler en 1945, la espantosa II Guerra Mundial había llegado a su fin. Estados Unidos, Rusia, Inglaterra y Francia, vencedores del conflicto, fueron a la mesa de negociación para decidir el futuro y desarrollo de una Alemania nueva. Sin embargo, el proceso posterior tuvo implicancias dramáticas y no se resolvería hasta 1991, con la Caída del nefasto Muro de Berlín. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Fri, 17 Jun 2016 06:10:22 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/La-Reconstruccion-de-Alemania-The-Reconstruction-of-Germany-Audiobook/B01H618DD6 thebookvoice.com 00:37:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Reconstrucción de Alemania [The Reconstruction of Germany] Subtitular: El milagro económico alemán [The German Economic Miracle] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 37 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-17-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Tras la toma de Berlín y el suicidio de Hitler en 1945, la espantosa II Guerra Mundial había llegado a su fin. Estados Unidos, Rusia, Inglaterra y Francia, vencedores del conflicto, fueron a la mesa de negociación para decidir el futuro y desarrollo de una Alemania nueva. Sin embargo, el proceso posterior tuvo implicancias dramáticas y no se resolvería hasta 1991, con la Caída del nefasto Muro de Berlín. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: La Reconstrucción de Alemania [The Reconstruction of Germany] Subtitular: El milagro económico alemán [The German Economic Miracle] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 37 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-17-16 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Tras la toma de Berlín y el suicidio de Hitler en 1945, la espantosa II Guerra Mundial había llegado a su fin. Estados Unidos, Rusia, Inglaterra y Francia, vencedores del conflicto, fueron a la mesa de negociación para decidir el futuro y desarrollo de una Alemania nueva. Sin embargo, el proceso posterior tuvo implicancias dramáticas y no se resolvería hasta 1991, con la Caída del nefasto Muro de Berlín. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Il-Pieno-Medievo-Dai-Normanni-a-Federico-di-Svevia-Storia-dItalia-19-27-Audiobook/B01FI4PFAM Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il Pieno Medievo: Dai Normanni a Federico di Svevia (Storia d'Italia 19-27) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 8 hrs and 56 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Valutazioni: 5 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il Pieno Medioevo (detto anche 'classico' o 'centrale') è il periodo intermedio che collega l'Alto Medioevo e il Basso Medioevo e si estende nei secoli XI, XII e XIII. È un'epoca di rinnovamento, di ripresa economica e di espansione dei commerci, che nell'Alto Medioevo erano quasi del tutto assenti. Cambia completamente il volto dell'Italia e dell'Europa: nascono i comuni e le banche, si affermano le repubbliche marinare. Il pieno medioevo è anche un'epoca di forti contrasti tra Impero e Papato (lotta per le investiture) e di sanguinose e inutili spedizioni militari in medio oriente chiamate Crociate. Quest'opera raccoglie insieme nove volumi della Storia d'Italia pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 19 "I Normanni in Italia" fino al vol. 27 "Chiesa e monachesimo nel Medioevo"; un percorso di tre secoli di storia politica e della civiltà della penisola descritti con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intelligibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Fri, 13 May 2016 10:39:54 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Il-Pieno-Medievo-Dai-Normanni-a-Federico-di-Svevia-Storia-dItalia-19-27-Audiobook/B01FI4PFAM thebookvoice.com 08:56:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il Pieno Medievo: Dai Normanni a Federico di Svevia (Storia d'Italia 19-27) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 8 hrs and 56 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Valutazioni: 5 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il Pieno Medioevo (detto anche 'classico' o 'centrale') è il periodo intermedio che collega l'Alto Medioevo e il Basso Medioevo e si estende nei secoli XI, XII e XIII. È un'epoca di rinnovamento, di ripresa economica e di espansione dei commerci, che nell'Alto Medioevo erano quasi del tutto assenti. Cambia completamente il volto dell'Italia e dell'Europa: nascono i comuni e le banche, si affermano le repubbliche marinare. Il pieno medioevo è anche un'epoca di forti contrasti tra Impero e Papato (lotta per le investiture) e di sanguinose e inutili spedizioni militari in medio oriente chiamate Crociate. Quest'opera raccoglie insieme nove volumi della Storia d'Italia pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 19 "I Normanni in Italia" fino al vol. 27 "Chiesa e monachesimo nel Medioevo"; un percorso di tre secoli di storia politica e della civiltà della penisola descritti con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intelligibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: Il Pieno Medievo: Dai Normanni a Federico di Svevia (Storia d'Italia 19-27) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 8 hrs and 56 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Valutazioni: 5 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: Il Pieno Medioevo (detto anche 'classico' o 'centrale') è il periodo intermedio che collega l'Alto Medioevo e il Basso Medioevo e si estende nei secoli XI, XII e XIII. È un'epoca di rinnovamento, di ripresa economica e di espansione dei commerci, che nell'Alto Medioevo erano quasi del tutto assenti. Cambia completamente il volto dell'Italia e dell'Europa: nascono i comuni e le banche, si affermano le repubbliche marinare. Il pieno medioevo è anche un'epoca di forti contrasti tra Impero e Papato (lotta per le investiture) e di sanguinose e inutili spedizioni militari in medio oriente chiamate Crociate. Quest'opera raccoglie insieme nove volumi della Storia d'Italia pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 19 "I Normanni in Italia" fino al vol. 27 "Chiesa e monachesimo nel Medioevo"; un percorso di tre secoli di storia politica e della civiltà della penisola descritti con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intelligibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lalto-Medioevo-Da-Bisanzio-al-Feudalesimo-Storia-dItalia-12-18-Audiobook/B01FI4FM64 Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'alto Medioevo: Da Bisanzio al Feudalesimo (Storia d'Italia 12-18) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 7 hrs and 4 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Valutazioni: 5 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: L'Alto Medioevo è, per convenzione, quella parte del Medioevo che va dalla caduta dell'Impero Romano d'Occidente, avvenuta nel 476, all'anno 1000 circa. Quest'opera raccoglie insieme sette volumi della Storia d'Italia pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 12 "Bisanzio" al vol. 18 "Il feudalesimo"; un percorso di cinque secoli di storia dell'Italia e dell'Europa, dalle invasioni barbariche all'Impero Bizantino, dall'espansione araba nel Mediterraneo fino ai regni dei Longobardi e dei Franchi, dove svetta la figura del primo imperatore del Sacro Romano Impero: Carlo Magno. Il racconto si conclude con la descrizione del nuovo sistema economico e politico che si instaura in tutta Europa: il feudalesimo. Luoghi, politiche, guerre e regnanti, costumi civili, economia, religione... e molti altri aspetti di quelli che sono stati definiti (a torto) 'secoli bui' della storia europea, sono descritti con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intellegibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl biacuaduc@gmail.com (vari) Fri, 13 May 2016 23:21:32 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Lalto-Medioevo-Da-Bisanzio-al-Feudalesimo-Storia-dItalia-12-18-Audiobook/B01FI4FM64 thebookvoice.com 07:04:00 no Ascolta questo titolo per intero gratuitamente su thebookvoice.com Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'alto Medioevo: Da Bisanzio al Feudalesimo (Storia d'Italia 12-18) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 7 hrs and 4 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Valutazioni: 5 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: L'Alto Medioevo è, per convenzione, quella parte del Medioevo che va dalla caduta dell'Impero Romano d'Occidente, avvenuta nel 476, all'anno 1000 circa. Quest'opera raccoglie insieme sette volumi della Storia d'Italia pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 12 "Bisanzio" al vol. 18 "Il feudalesimo"; un percorso di cinque secoli di storia dell'Italia e dell'Europa, dalle invasioni barbariche all'Impero Bizantino, dall'espansione araba nel Mediterraneo fino ai regni dei Longobardi e dei Franchi, dove svetta la figura del primo imperatore del Sacro Romano Impero: Carlo Magno. Il racconto si conclude con la descrizione del nuovo sistema economico e politico che si instaura in tutta Europa: il feudalesimo. Luoghi, politiche, guerre e regnanti, costumi civili, economia, religione... e molti altri aspetti di quelli che sono stati definiti (a torto) 'secoli bui' della storia europea, sono descritti con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intellegibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl Ascolta questo libro audio completo gratuitamente su https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Titolo: L'alto Medioevo: Da Bisanzio al Feudalesimo (Storia d'Italia 12-18) Autore: vari Narratore: Eugenio Farn Formato: Unabridged Durata: 7 hrs and 4 mins Lingua: Italiano Data di pubblicazione: 05-13-16 Editore: Il Narratore s.r.l. Valutazioni: 5 su 5 su 1 voti Categoria: History, European Riepilogo Editore: L'Alto Medioevo è, per convenzione, quella parte del Medioevo che va dalla caduta dell'Impero Romano d'Occidente, avvenuta nel 476, all'anno 1000 circa. Quest'opera raccoglie insieme sette volumi della Storia d'Italia pubblicati e disponibili separatamente, dal vol. 12 "Bisanzio" al vol. 18 "Il feudalesimo"; un percorso di cinque secoli di storia dell'Italia e dell'Europa, dalle invasioni barbariche all'Impero Bizantino, dall'espansione araba nel Mediterraneo fino ai regni dei Longobardi e dei Franchi, dove svetta la figura del primo imperatore del Sacro Romano Impero: Carlo Magno. Il racconto si conclude con la descrizione del nuovo sistema economico e politico che si instaura in tutta Europa: il feudalesimo. Luoghi, politiche, guerre e regnanti, costumi civili, economia, religione... e molti altri aspetti di quelli che sono stati definiti (a torto) 'secoli bui' della storia europea, sono descritti con un linguaggio chiaro e reso ancor più intellegibile dalla lettura esperta di Eugenio Farn. ©2016 il Narratore Srl (P)2016 il Narratore Srl https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Salamanca-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B01D91HCXY Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Salamanca [Spanish Edition] Autor: Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 14 hrs and 20 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-16 Editor: Sonolibro Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: El presente curso tiene como objetivo abordar los aspectos históricos y culturales de la denominada "Atenas española", "Roma la Chica" o La "Reina del Tormes". Perfila los principales eventos desde sus orígenes castrenses hasta la actualidad, haciendo especial énfasis en su Universidad que ha marcado a lo largo de los siglos la fisonomía y el devenir histórico de la ciudad. Esta urbe monumental conserva vestigios de diferentes épocas pretéritas y un patrimonio material de elevado valor estético que le han conferido la categoría de Ciudad Patrimonio de la Humanidad por parte de la UNESCO en 1989. Su preocupación por la difusión cultural le ha hecho así mismo merecedora de la denominación de "Ciudad Europea de la Cultura" en el año 2002. Estos rasgos identificadores de Salamanca -su patrimonio y la cultura- serán igualmente objeto de especial atención en el relato. Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar es Profesor Titular de Historia Moderna de la Universidad de Salamanca y en la actualidad Decano de la Facultad de Geografía e Historia. Ha publicado varios libros y artículos centrados en diferentes ámbitos de la Historia Local, fundamentalmente de Salamanca y Zamora. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar) Tue, 22 Mar 2016 05:11:30 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Salamanca-Spanish-Edition-Audiobook/B01D91HCXY thebookvoice.com 14:20:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Salamanca [Spanish Edition] Autor: Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 14 hrs and 20 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-16 Editor: Sonolibro Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: El presente curso tiene como objetivo abordar los aspectos históricos y culturales de la denominada "Atenas española", "Roma la Chica" o La "Reina del Tormes". Perfila los principales eventos desde sus orígenes castrenses hasta la actualidad, haciendo especial énfasis en su Universidad que ha marcado a lo largo de los siglos la fisonomía y el devenir histórico de la ciudad. Esta urbe monumental conserva vestigios de diferentes épocas pretéritas y un patrimonio material de elevado valor estético que le han conferido la categoría de Ciudad Patrimonio de la Humanidad por parte de la UNESCO en 1989. Su preocupación por la difusión cultural le ha hecho así mismo merecedora de la denominación de "Ciudad Europea de la Cultura" en el año 2002. Estos rasgos identificadores de Salamanca -su patrimonio y la cultura- serán igualmente objeto de especial atención en el relato. Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar es Profesor Titular de Historia Moderna de la Universidad de Salamanca y en la actualidad Decano de la Facultad de Geografía e Historia. Ha publicado varios libros y artículos centrados en diferentes ámbitos de la Historia Local, fundamentalmente de Salamanca y Zamora. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Salamanca [Spanish Edition] Autor: Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar Narrador: Santiago Noriega Gil Formato: Unabridged Duración: 14 hrs and 20 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-16 Editor: Sonolibro Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: El presente curso tiene como objetivo abordar los aspectos históricos y culturales de la denominada "Atenas española", "Roma la Chica" o La "Reina del Tormes". Perfila los principales eventos desde sus orígenes castrenses hasta la actualidad, haciendo especial énfasis en su Universidad que ha marcado a lo largo de los siglos la fisonomía y el devenir histórico de la ciudad. Esta urbe monumental conserva vestigios de diferentes épocas pretéritas y un patrimonio material de elevado valor estético que le han conferido la categoría de Ciudad Patrimonio de la Humanidad por parte de la UNESCO en 1989. Su preocupación por la difusión cultural le ha hecho así mismo merecedora de la denominación de "Ciudad Europea de la Cultura" en el año 2002. Estos rasgos identificadores de Salamanca -su patrimonio y la cultura- serán igualmente objeto de especial atención en el relato. Francisco Javier Lorenzo Pinar es Profesor Titular de Historia Moderna de la Universidad de Salamanca y en la actualidad Decano de la Facultad de Geografía e Historia. Ha publicado varios libros y artículos centrados en diferentes ámbitos de la Historia Local, fundamentalmente de Salamanca y Zamora. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Four-Strong-Women-Audiobook/B01CK9S76C Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Four Strong Women Subtitle: A Glimpse of Germany's Untold History 1938-1957 Author: Robert Dukelow Narrator: Betsy Beard Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-16 Publisher: Robert Dukelow Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The author lived almost 27 years in Germany working as an Army Counterintelligence Special Agent. He interviewed hundreds of refugees from East Germany and East Prussia. He also interviewed many Germans who survived as Russian prisoners of war. This book is based the memories of those who lived through World War Two and the American Occupation of Germany. German women bore the brunt of the hardships of World War II. They also contributed significantly to the rebuilding of Germany and handled many of the administrative duties of the US Forces occupying Germany following the war. This is a historically accurate story of four East Prussian women who resist the Nazis, survive the war, and go from enormous wealth to raising cabbages to stay alive. Each of the women loves Hermann in a different way. Hermann spends 14 years in Russia as a POW. He finally comes home to sort out his relationships with these women. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Dukelow) Mon, 07 Mar 2016 12:54:00 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Four-Strong-Women-Audiobook/B01CK9S76C thebookvoice.com 17:55:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Four Strong Women Subtitle: A Glimpse of Germany's Untold History 1938-1957 Author: Robert Dukelow Narrator: Betsy Beard Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-16 Publisher: Robert Dukelow Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The author lived almost 27 years in Germany working as an Army Counterintelligence Special Agent. He interviewed hundreds of refugees from East Germany and East Prussia. He also interviewed many Germans who survived as Russian prisoners of war. This book is based the memories of those who lived through World War Two and the American Occupation of Germany. German women bore the brunt of the hardships of World War II. They also contributed significantly to the rebuilding of Germany and handled many of the administrative duties of the US Forces occupying Germany following the war. This is a historically accurate story of four East Prussian women who resist the Nazis, survive the war, and go from enormous wealth to raising cabbages to stay alive. Each of the women loves Hermann in a different way. Hermann spends 14 years in Russia as a POW. He finally comes home to sort out his relationships with these women. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Four Strong Women Subtitle: A Glimpse of Germany's Untold History 1938-1957 Author: Robert Dukelow Narrator: Betsy Beard Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-16 Publisher: Robert Dukelow Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: The author lived almost 27 years in Germany working as an Army Counterintelligence Special Agent. He interviewed hundreds of refugees from East Germany and East Prussia. He also interviewed many Germans who survived as Russian prisoners of war. This book is based the memories of those who lived through World War Two and the American Occupation of Germany. German women bore the brunt of the hardships of World War II. They also contributed significantly to the rebuilding of Germany and handled many of the administrative duties of the US Forces occupying Germany following the war. This is a historically accurate story of four East Prussian women who resist the Nazis, survive the war, and go from enormous wealth to raising cabbages to stay alive. Each of the women loves Hermann in a different way. Hermann spends 14 years in Russia as a POW. He finally comes home to sort out his relationships with these women. Members Reviews: A fabulous historical look at peoples lives Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? yes. It starts out a bit slow and not really to my taste, but as the events unfold, its riveting, interesting and enlightening. What about Betsy Beards performance did you like? She has a way of keeping the tone interesting with voice changes and emotional infuse. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Not really, its too long for that, but I was anxious to get back to it once I really got into it. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Secrets-of-the-Manor-House-Audiobook/B01BX2811S Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets of the Manor House Author: Hilary Brown, Go Entertain Narrator: Melanie Fraser Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-16 Publisher: Go Entertainment Group Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Featuring royal residences and aristocratic splendors such as Blenheim Palace and Highclere Castle - the setting for Downton Abbey - this wonderful publication delves into the history of some of Britain's most famous historic houses. Secrets of the Manor House provides a fascinating insight into life at these splendid properties down the centuries and profiles the celebrated personalities who have left their mark on these architectural masterpieces. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hilary Brown) Fri, 19 Feb 2016 02:04:17 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Secrets-of-the-Manor-House-Audiobook/B01BX2811S thebookvoice.com 01:37:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets of the Manor House Author: Hilary Brown, Go Entertain Narrator: Melanie Fraser Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-16 Publisher: Go Entertainment Group Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Featuring royal residences and aristocratic splendors such as Blenheim Palace and Highclere Castle - the setting for Downton Abbey - this wonderful publication delves into the history of some of Britain's most famous historic houses. Secrets of the Manor House provides a fascinating insight into life at these splendid properties down the centuries and profiles the celebrated personalities who have left their mark on these architectural masterpieces. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets of the Manor House Author: Hilary Brown, Go Entertain Narrator: Melanie Fraser Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-16 Publisher: Go Entertainment Group Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Featuring royal residences and aristocratic splendors such as Blenheim Palace and Highclere Castle - the setting for Downton Abbey - this wonderful publication delves into the history of some of Britain's most famous historic houses. Secrets of the Manor House provides a fascinating insight into life at these splendid properties down the centuries and profiles the celebrated personalities who have left their mark on these architectural masterpieces. Members Reviews: Interesting Full Read I listened to this book after having watched Downton Abbey. I was interested in the history behind that particular home. I found that history interesting. I like how the show found small ways to incorporate the actual history of the house into some of the story lines. The history of the other homes and castles were interesting in their own right and I enjoyed hearing about them as well. This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast." Great short overview and introduction to British Royal estates It was extremely interesting. It didn't have any depth in any particular estate. Coerced art architecture hitter of ownership and even tidbits about various hauntings. Enjoyable listen. I received this audiobook from the author narrator or publisher for free via audiobookblast in exchange for an unbiased review Excellent overview of UK manor houses Have you listened to any of Melanie Frasers other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes, I have listened to other of her audio books. She always delivers an excellent reading or dramatization. This one is equally good as far as her narration goes. Any additional comments? 4 1/2 stars This is a lovely little book to listen to. The first three quarters of it provides a great deal of detail about a number of English manor houses, including the builders, owners, architects, landscape designers, connections to various members of the royal family. So many details that even though I've listened to this once, I think it deserves another listen or two in order to organize all the facts in my mind. I will likely sit at the computer on those next listens so that I can Google images of those houses. Having the ebook version before you while listening to the audio book, or as I said, using Google images, would be helpful. Everything else about this book is first rate. The last quarter of the book is primarily a listing of additional manor houses around the UK. This section only provides a few sentences about each estate, but by presenting them, making you aware of them, allows you to do further research on your own. The narration of this book is clean and clear and makes listening easy. Ms. Fraser has a lovely voice with excellent diction and delivery. I do wonder about a few pronunciations, but given that I've spent my entire life in the US and this book uses a British-sounding narrator, I could very likely be wrong about that. The division of an ocean does make for distinct language and pronunciation differences. If you're looking for a nice overview of English manor houses, this book will likely satisfy your need. I hope I get the chance to return to England some day and make use of what I've learned from this book. I received this book as a gift from the narrator. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolucion-Francesa-The-French-Revolution-Audiobook/B00WVGCUU4 Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Revolución Francesa [The French Revolution] Subtitular: La insurrección del pueblo [The Insurrection of the People] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 32 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 04-30-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 1 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Pocos sucesos históricos tan importantes y tan determinantes para la historia de la humanidad como la Revolución Francesa, el acontecimiento político más importante de la Europa de fines del siglo XVIII. La espantosa miseria del pueblo francés, el enfrentamiento entre el Parlamento y el rey Luis XVI, y el lujo descarado de Versalles, obligaron al país a acariciar dos grandes ideales: La libertad, y la fundación de la República. Tras la detención del rey y su familia en la ciudad de Varennes el 20 de junio de 1791, el orden político en Francia entró en una peligrosa coyuntura. Los países absolutistas de Europa, tras la ejecución de Luis XVI, se enfrentaron al ejército revolucionario francés, al mismo tiempo que distintas guerras internas consumieron las fuerzas vivas del país. Tal inconmensurable estado del terror terminaría sorpresivamente, con la intromisión de Napoleón Bonaparte en los destinos del país. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Online Studio Productions) Thu, 30 Apr 2015 11:17:20 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Revolucion-Francesa-The-French-Revolution-Audiobook/B00WVGCUU4 thebookvoice.com 00:32:00 no Escucha este título completo gratis en thebookvoice.com Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Revolución Francesa [The French Revolution] Subtitular: La insurrección del pueblo [The Insurrection of the People] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 32 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 04-30-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 1 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Pocos sucesos históricos tan importantes y tan determinantes para la historia de la humanidad como la Revolución Francesa, el acontecimiento político más importante de la Europa de fines del siglo XVIII. La espantosa miseria del pueblo francés, el enfrentamiento entre el Parlamento y el rey Luis XVI, y el lujo descarado de Versalles, obligaron al país a acariciar dos grandes ideales: La libertad, y la fundación de la República. Tras la detención del rey y su familia en la ciudad de Varennes el 20 de junio de 1791, el orden político en Francia entró en una peligrosa coyuntura. Los países absolutistas de Europa, tras la ejecución de Luis XVI, se enfrentaron al ejército revolucionario francés, al mismo tiempo que distintas guerras internas consumieron las fuerzas vivas del país. Tal inconmensurable estado del terror terminaría sorpresivamente, con la intromisión de Napoleón Bonaparte en los destinos del país. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> Título: Revolución Francesa [The French Revolution] Subtitular: La insurrección del pueblo [The Insurrection of the People] Autor: Online Studio Productions Narrador: uncredited Formato: Unabridged Duración: 32 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 04-30-15 Editor: Online Studio Productions Calificaciones: 1 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: History, European Resumen del editor: Pocos sucesos históricos tan importantes y tan determinantes para la historia de la humanidad como la Revolución Francesa, el acontecimiento político más importante de la Europa de fines del siglo XVIII. La espantosa miseria del pueblo francés, el enfrentamiento entre el Parlamento y el rey Luis XVI, y el lujo descarado de Versalles, obligaron al país a acariciar dos grandes ideales: La libertad, y la fundación de la República. Tras la detención del rey y su familia en la ciudad de Varennes el 20 de junio de 1791, el orden político en Francia entró en una peligrosa coyuntura. Los países absolutistas de Europa, tras la ejecución de Luis XVI, se enfrentaron al ejército revolucionario francés, al mismo tiempo que distintas guerras internas consumieron las fuerzas vivas del país. Tal inconmensurable estado del terror terminaría sorpresivamente, con la intromisión de Napoleón Bonaparte en los destinos del país. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: El libro no es acerca de la revolucion francesa Escuche el libro y no habla para nada de la revolución francesa, sino acerca de un "santo nicolas" de Lima Peru. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Military-Adventures-of-Charles-ONeil-Audiobook/B00S1YOWMY Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Military Adventures of Charles O'Neil Author: Charles O'Neil Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-15 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH audio presents an unabridged reading of the military memoir of Charles O'Neil. There have been many military memoirs from the Napoleonic wars, and most of them belonging to high ranking officers. This memoir differs in that it belong to the humblest of soldiers, a man from the ranks of a standard infantry regiment. Follow along as Charles relates how he joined the army, then ran away narrowly avoiding being flogged for desertion. Then travel with him to Spain as he takes part in the Peninsular campaign and then rejoin him as he is called into action at the greatest battle of them all, Waterloo. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charles O'Neil) Mon, 12 Jan 2015 16:17:18 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/The-Military-Adventures-of-Charles-ONeil-Audiobook/B00S1YOWMY thebookvoice.com 06:21:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Military Adventures of Charles O'Neil Author: Charles O'Neil Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-15 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH audio presents an unabridged reading of the military memoir of Charles O'Neil. There have been many military memoirs from the Napoleonic wars, and most of them belonging to high ranking officers. This memoir differs in that it belong to the humblest of soldiers, a man from the ranks of a standard infantry regiment. Follow along as Charles relates how he joined the army, then ran away narrowly avoiding being flogged for desertion. Then travel with him to Spain as he takes part in the Peninsular campaign and then rejoin him as he is called into action at the greatest battle of them all, Waterloo. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Military Adventures of Charles O'Neil Author: Charles O'Neil Narrator: Felbrigg Napoleon Herriot Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-15 Publisher: FNH Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: FNH audio presents an unabridged reading of the military memoir of Charles O'Neil. There have been many military memoirs from the Napoleonic wars, and most of them belonging to high ranking officers. This memoir differs in that it belong to the humblest of soldiers, a man from the ranks of a standard infantry regiment. Follow along as Charles relates how he joined the army, then ran away narrowly avoiding being flogged for desertion. Then travel with him to Spain as he takes part in the Peninsular campaign and then rejoin him as he is called into action at the greatest battle of them all, Waterloo. Members Reviews: Mr O'Neil should of stuck to his story If you read Bernard Cornwell Sharpe series then you get all the stories. Mr O'Neil to fill in the chapters brings a chapter in on history, some officers adventures and the actual events of some battle. When he talks about himself, his recruitment, travel and being wounded at Waterloo, the book is interesting. He should of stuck to his own story and left the other stuff for the official historians. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-12-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5NQ118 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 12 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 12 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nikolay Karamzin) Wed, 26 Nov 2014 10:04:29 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-12-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5NQ118 thebookvoice.com 07:31:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 12 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 12 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 12 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 12 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-10-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5GCA7O Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 10 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 10 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nikolay Karamzin) Wed, 26 Nov 2014 18:40:09 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-10-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5GCA7O thebookvoice.com 06:29:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 10 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 10 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 10 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 10 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-11-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5GC4Y8 Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 11 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 11 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nikolay Karamzin) Wed, 26 Nov 2014 15:58:57 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-11-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5GC4Y8 thebookvoice.com 06:49:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 11 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 11 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 11 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Dmitry Napalkov Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 11 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-9-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5GE3GK Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 9 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Elena Chubarova Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 9 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nikolay Karamzin) Wed, 26 Nov 2014 20:23:44 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/History-of-the-Russian-State-Vol-9-Russian-Edition-Audiobook/B00Q5GE3GK thebookvoice.com 12:11:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 9 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Elena Chubarova Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 9 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: History of the Russian State, Vol. 9 [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolay Karamzin Narrator: Elena Chubarova Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-14 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: Karamzin Nikolaj Mihajlovich (1766-1826), rossijskij istorik, pisatel', pochetnyj chlen Peterburgskoj Akademii (1818). Sozdatel' "Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo" (t. 1-12, 1816-29), odnogo iz znachitel'nejshih trudov v Rossijskoj istoriografii. S 1803 do samoj smerti Karamzin zanimalsja po vysochajshemu poveleniju "Istoriej gosudarstva Rossijskogo". Glavnaja ideja Istorii Karamzina - sud'ba Rossii i ee velichie zakljucheny v razvitii samoderzhavija. Pri sil'noj vlasti Rossija procvetala, pri slaboj - prihodila v upadok. Trud N. M. Karamzina ne byl pervym opisaniem istorii Rossii, no imenno jeto proizvedenie blagodarja vysokim literaturnym dostoinstvam i nauchnoj skrupuljoznosti avtora otkrylo istoriju Rossii dlja shirokoj obrazovannoj publiki i naibol'shim obrazom sposobstvovalo stanovleniju nacional'nogo samosoznanija. Vashemu vnimaniju predstavlen 9 tom Istorii gosudarstva Rossijskogo. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Faithful-Friends-Audiobook/B00DN6F6AW Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Faithful Friends Subtitle: Holocaust Survivors' Stories of the Pets Who Gave Them Comfort, Suffered Alongside Them, and Waited for Their Return Author: Susan Bulanda Narrator: Katie Leigh Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Cladach Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: When Jewish families were torn from their homes, neighborhoods, and livelihoods, what happened to the animals that loved and depended on them? Here is a collection of never-before-told stories of pets during the Holocaust. Most of these accounts are told by men and women who were children during World War II in Europe. As they lost parents, siblings, and friends in the death camps, their beloved pets - dogs and cats - provided comfort and courage, gave them a connection to happier times, and helped them to never give up hope. Included are stories from: Hungary, Poland, Belgium, Holland, Romania, France, and Yugoslavia. biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Bulanda) Thu, 27 Jun 2013 21:23:42 GMT https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/pd/History/Faithful-Friends-Audiobook/B00DN6F6AW thebookvoice.com 03:36:00 no Listen to full audiobooks for free on thebookvoice.com Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Faithful Friends Subtitle: Holocaust Survivors' Stories of the Pets Who Gave Them Comfort, Suffered Alongside Them, and Waited for Their Return Author: Susan Bulanda Narrator: Katie Leigh Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Cladach Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: When Jewish families were torn from their homes, neighborhoods, and livelihoods, what happened to the animals that loved and depended on them? Here is a collection of never-before-told stories of pets during the Holocaust. Most of these accounts are told by men and women who were children during World War II in Europe. As they lost parents, siblings, and friends in the death camps, their beloved pets - dogs and cats - provided comfort and courage, gave them a connection to happier times, and helped them to never give up hope. Included are stories from: Hungary, Poland, Belgium, Holland, Romania, France, and Yugoslavia. Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/903/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Faithful Friends Subtitle: Holocaust Survivors' Stories of the Pets Who Gave Them Comfort, Suffered Alongside Them, and Waited for Their Return Author: Susan Bulanda Narrator: Katie Leigh Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-13 Publisher: Cladach Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: History, European Publisher's Summary: When Jewish families were torn from their homes, neighborhoods, and livelihoods, what happened to the animals that loved and depended on them? Here is a collection of never-before-told stories of pets during the Holocaust. Most of these accounts are told by men and women who were children during World War II in Europe. As they lost parents, siblings, and friends in the death camps, their beloved pets - dogs and cats - provided comfort and courage, gave them a connection to happier times, and helped them to never give up hope. Included are stories from: Hungary, Poland, Belgium, Holland, Romania, France, and Yugoslavia. Members Reviews: The Sadness and Beauty of Holocaust Pets For many Jews, and I'm among them, discussion of the Holocaust is fruitless. It never stops hurting and it's too awful to comprehend, no matter how many stories you hear from survivors. We need to remember it and forever repeat our mantra, "Never again." But the suffering was and is too deep and too vast. One cannot make sense of it, and for good reason. So what's the point of more stories? Susan Bulanda has a good answer: there are aspects of the Holocaust that remain to be discovered,and some are relentlessly life affirming. One such aspect is the bond between the victims and their pets, some of whom found a way to survive until their owners could find them again after the war. In "Faithful Friends" Bulanda tells stories that take place throughout Western, Central, and Eastern Europe. From Holland to Poland, from France to Yugoslavia, families were forcibly separated from their beloved pets by Nazi soldiers. Some managed to leave their animals with friends and neighbors, while others gasped in horror while the family dog raced frantically after the speeding train that would carry them to camps. After the war, some managed to find their pets again, though often they were injured, starving and wild. Others discovered that their dog or cat had died, often refusing to leave what was left of the family home. But behind every story there's a gift, regardless of the outcome. Throughout the years of terror and deprivation, every narrator thought constantly about the family pet, wondering, hoping, remembering the good times when snuggles and play were abundant. The memories served to sustain the victims in a couple of ways. First, worrying about the dog was a welcome distraction from the constant fear about what would become of oneself. Throughout that dark night of the human soul, some were able to care about something beyond their personal misery,and it eased the suffering just a little bit. In addition, there was hope, and the thought that one had to survive in order to get back home and rescue the family dog from whatever had befallen it. These are the strands that unite a Resistance fighter and her bulldog Nicholas from Cavalere-sur-Mer in the south of France, with a little girl from a Romanian shtetle who loved to play with her family's three terrier mixes. Like all of the narrators of Bulanda's stories, both were able to hang on through times when life hardly seemed worth living, in part because they hoped to see their dogs again. The beauty of these stories of suffering is that even in the most dire circumstances, there was more than just the horror.