Desmond Manny has narrated 28 audiobooks on Listento.it by 4 authors, with an average listener rating of 4.2★ across 16 ratings. The most-rated is Sasanian Empire.
Sasanian Empire
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Explore the captivating history of the Sasanian Empire. Too often, people tend to disregard Iranian history and its ancient empires as so-called bad guys, often barbaric and bloodthirsty, lacking the culture, morals, and finesse of Westerners. Yet this is far from the truth. Starting from the first Persian Empire under the Achaemenids, culture and achievements of the ancient Iranian states were astonishing, influencing nations far outside their borders. That influence was probably the strongest during the Sasanian Empire, which is today considered the pinnacle of ancient Iranian civilization and culture. In this Captivating History audiobook, you will discover how important the Sasanian Empire was to history and how their legacy became an integral part of what we today think of as Islamic culture. In Sasanian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Neo-Persian Empire That Ruled Before the Arab Conquest of Persia and the Rise of Islam, you will discover topics such as: The rise of the Sasanian Empire The first Sasanian decline The golden age and the end of the Sasanian Empire Sasanian government and military Art and culture of the Sasanian Empire Life and society of the Sasanians Religion in the Sasanian state And much, much more! So, if you want to learn more about the Sasanian Empire, listen to this audiobook now!
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Tudor History
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Tudors, then pay attention.... Four captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: The Tudors: A Captivating Guide to the History of England from Henry VII to Elizabeth I The Wars of the Roses: A Captivating Guide to the English Civil Wars That Brought down the Plantagenet Dynasty and Put the Tudors on the Throne The Six Wives of Henry VIII: A Captivating Guide to Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katherine Parr Elizabeth I: A Captivating Guide to the Queen of England Who Was the Last of the Five Monarchs of the House of Tudor Five Tudor monarchs sat on the throne of England and Ireland from 1485 to 1603. The family earned their royal rights through strategic planning and battlefield prowess, and kept them because of intellect, strength, and sheer determination. The Tudors, one of England’s most powerful and famous royal dynasties, knitted together a fragmented and small island nation that became one of the world’s financial, colonial, and technological superpowers. There is so much more to the story of these kings and queens than beheadings, political marriages, and the reformation of the church - but those events remain some of the family’s most enthralling moments.
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Mesopotamia: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Mesopotamian History and Civilizations, Including the Sumerians and Sumerian Mythology, Gilgamesh, Ur, Assyrians, Babylon, Hammurabi and the Persian Empire
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If you want to discover the remarkable history of Mesopotamia, then pay attention... Seven captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: Sumerians: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Sumerian History, Sumerian Mythology and the Mesopotamian Empire of the Sumer Civilization Gilgamesh: A Captivating Guide to Gilgamesh the King and the Epic of Gilgamesh Ur: A Captivating Guide to One of the Most Important Sumerian City-States in Ancient Mesopotamia Assyrian History: A Captivating Guide to the Assyrians and Their Powerful Empire in Ancient Mesopotamia Babylon: A Captivating Guide to the Kingdom in Ancient Mesopotamia, Starting from the Akkadian Empire to the Battle of Opis Against Persia, Including Babylonian Mythology and the Legacy of Babylonia Hammurabi: A Captivating Guide to the Sixth King of the First Babylonian Dynasty, Including the Code of Hammurabi The Persian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the History of Persia, Starting from the Ancient Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sassanian Empires to the Safavid, Afsharid, and Qajar Dynasties Taken together, the civilizations of Sumer, Assyria, and Persia have helped form the modern makeup of Mesopotamia, western Asia, and the world. However, to really understand why things are the way they are, it’s important to break up this historical timeline and spend some time learning about each society. Only by doing this will you be able to fully appreciate the powerful impact these ancient peoples had on our modern world. So if you want to learn more about Mesopotamia, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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The Battle of Verdun: A Captivating Guide to the Longest and Largest Battle of World War 1
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Battle of Verdun, then pay attention... Today, the landscape is marked by shell craters, pillboxes, and empty trenches. Mother Nature has tried to reclaim the terrain; the trees have grown again, and the ground is covered by lush green grass, but despite her best efforts, the scars on the landscape still remain, a constant reminder of the devastation and misery that was experienced here more than a century ago. And that is as it should be because the world should never forget what happened in this small corner of France. The battle scars on the landscape of Verdun are a testament to the horrors of a war that will live on in the collective memory of a nation forever, but they are also a memorial to the brave men who fought and died in the muddy fields defending their country and their countrymen from a foreign invader. But Verdun was not just a battle; it was a seminal moment in French history. This is the battle that defines the First World War for France, but it cannot be viewed in isolation. It is part of a far greater story, influenced by the many events and battles that took place during this bloody time in Europe’s history. In The Battle of Verdun: A Captivating Guide to the Longest and Largest Battle of World War 1, you will discover topics such as The road to Verdun The citadel of Verdun The significance of Verdun The first phase of the Battle of Verdun The Battle of Verdun gets bogged down in the trenches A summer in hell And much, much more So if you want to learn more about the Battle of Verdun, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!
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Erik the Red
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Explore the captivating life of Erik the Red. A formidable figure with flaming red hair, a wild beard, and a temper to match is not the type of person most people would choose to cross swords with. And that, by all accounts, is a fitting description of Erik the Red. This was not a man to be taken lightly or challenged in battle. He was courageous on the battlefield, an accomplished seafarer, indomitable warrior, and unstoppable adventurer. In short, Erik the Red was everything we imagine a Viking to be. Some of the topics covered in this audiobook include: Erik the Red’s early life in Norway The settlement of Iceland and the Viking Age Erik’s early years in Iceland Murder most foul Erik the explorer Settling in Greenland Greenland to Vinland Erik’s offspring and their voyages to Vinland Decline of Vinland Erik the pagan and Christianity in Greenland The decline of the Greenland colony Modern Greenland And much, much more! Listen to this audiobook now to learn more about Erik the Red!
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The Conversation
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An essential tool for individuals, organizations, and communities of all sizes to jump-start dialogue on racism and bias and to transform well-intentioned statements on diversity into concrete actions - from a leading Harvard social psychologist. “Livingston has made the important and challenging task of addressing systemic racism within an organization approachable and achievable.” (Alex Timm, co-founder and CEO, Root Insurance Company) How can I become part of the solution? In the wake of the social unrest of 2020 and growing calls for racial justice, many business leaders and ordinary citizens are asking that very question. This book provides a compass for all those seeking to begin the work of anti-racism. In The Conversation, Robert Livingston addresses three simple but profound questions: What is racism? Why should everyone be more concerned about it? What can we do to eradicate it? For some, the existence of systemic racism against Black people is hard to accept because it violates the notion that the world is fair and just. But the rigid racial hierarchy created by slavery did not collapse after it was abolished, nor did it end with the civil rights era. Whether it’s the composition of a company’s leadership team or the composition of one’s neighborhood, these racial divides and disparities continue to show up in every facet of society. For Livingston, the difference between a solvable problem and a solved problem is knowledge, investment, and determination. And the goal of making organizations more diverse, equitable, and inclusive is within our capability. Livingston’s lifework is showing people how to turn difficult conversations about race into productive instances of real change. For decades he has translated science into practice for numerous organizations, including Airbnb, Deloitte, Microsoft, Under Armour, L’Oreal, and JPMorgan Chase. In The Conversation, Livingston distills this knowledge and experience into an eye-opening immersion in the science of racism and bias. Drawing on examples from pop culture and his own life experience, Livingston, with clarity and wit, explores the root causes of racism, the factors that explain why some people care about it and others do not, and the most promising paths toward profound and sustainable progress, all while inviting listeners to challenge their assumptions. Social change requires social exchange. Founded on principles of psychology, sociology, management, and behavioral economics, The Conversation is a road map for uprooting entrenched biases and sharing candid, fact-based perspectives on race that will lead to increased awareness, empathy, and action. This audiobook includes a PDF of charts and illustrations that can be used interactively with this program. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
©2021 Robert Livingston (P)2021 Random House
The Six Wives of Henry VIII: A Captivating Guide to Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Catherine Howard, and Katherine Parr
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Explore the Captivating History of the Six Wives of Henry VIII Henry VIII, King of England and Ireland in the first half of the 16th century, is one of history’s most famous monarchs for many reasons. He ruled ruthlessly, was quick to cry “treason!” and execute, and equally quick to fall in and out of love. Henry changed the religious fabric of England forever and left his mark on the wider world - but what of the six women he took as his queens? From the regal and capable Catherine of Aragon to the patient and generous Katherine Parr, Henry’s wives represented a range of personalities, goals, beliefs, and influences on the king. Each of Henry’s six wives represented a facet of the king himself, whether he liked to admit it or not; unfortunately, a Queen of England at the side of Henry VIII could never be sure of her husband’s love - or her safety. These are the stories of three Catherines, two Annes, and one Jane. This audiobook covers topics such as: Henry Tudor Catherine of Aragon Mistress Elizabeth Blount Mistress Mary Boleyn Anne Boleyn Anne of Cleves Mistress Mary Shelton The Wooing of Jane Seymour Catherine Howard The Culpeper Affair Katherine Parr More theories on Henry Tudor’s Fertility The illegitimate children of Henry VIII And much more So if you want to learn more about the six wives of Henry VIII, buy this audiobook now!
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Suleiman the Magnificent: A Captivating Guide to the Longest-Reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire
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Explore the captivating history of Suleiman the Magnificent! Suleiman I probably knew of other monarchs and celebrities we might recognize: Ferdinand and Isabella II of Aragon; King Henry VIII and his infamous trail of wives; and Charles the V, the Holy Roman emperor who dressed in black for the majority of his life. Columbus had set off to sail the ocean blue just two years before Suleiman’s birth. William Shakespeare was just two years old when Suleiman died, as was Galileo Galilei. During his reign, Suleiman the Magnificent guided the Ottoman Empire through its golden age of trade and expansion. His reign changed the face of the world and the lives of millions of people, and his name echoes down to us in the present day. Suleiman the Magnificent wasn’t quite like any other sultan before or after him. This audiobook explains why. In Suleiman the Magnificent: A Captivating Guide to the Longest-Reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, you will discover topics such as: The world before Suleiman I Succession Lover, poet, and patron of the arts Father Friend Campaigner Statesman And much, much more So listen to this audiobook now if you want to learn more about Suleiman the Magnificent!
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The Persian Empire
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Explore the Captivating History of the Persian Empire! One of the most shocking things about the Persians is how quickly they went from an obscure, powerless, and nomadic tribe to an immense empire that spanned across western Asia, Africa, and parts of Europe. The rise of Cyrus the great, considered the father of Persia, in the seventh century BCE, filled the power vacuum caused by the fall of the Assyrians, and it led to the formation of one of the most powerful empires of the ancient world. The Persians have made significant contributions to world culture, ranging from their ability to raise and train one of the ancient world’s most formidable fighting forces, the Persian Immortals, to their new and effective ways of organizing and administering government. And Persian art heavily influenced their Muslim invaders, helping to usher in the Islamic Golden age that helped spread Islam throughout the Middle East and Africa. In The Persian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the History of Persia, Starting from the Ancient Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sassanian Empires to the Safavid, Afsharid, and Qajar Dynasties, you will discover topics such as: Who are the Persians? The history of human population in Iran The birth of the Achaemenid Empire: the rise and reign of Cyrus the Great The glory of the Achaemenid Empire: Cambyses and Darius The beginning of the end: the Reign of Xerxes and the downfall of the Achaemenid Dynasty Life in ancient Persia The Persian military Zoroastrianism: Persia’s religion Later Persian dynasties: the Parthian Empire to the Qajar Dynasty Persian art: mixing East and West Persian contributions to science and technology And much, much more!
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Russian History
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Discover the captivating history of Russia! Russia, or the Russian Federation, as it is officially known, is the world’s largest country and covers almost a sixth of the global landmass. The country is often associated with harsh climates and autocratic government. The shadow of communism and the Cold War continues to influence global attitudes toward Russia. This new Captivating History audiobook serves as an overview of Russian history over the span of more than a millennium, from the foundation of the Russian state by the Viking Prince Rurik in AD 862 until the collapse of the Soviet Union at the end of 1991. In Russian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Russia, Including Events Such as the Mongol Invasion, the Napoleonic Invasion, Reforms of Peter the Great, the Fall of the Soviet Union, and More, you will discover topics such as: The foundation of Rus The Christianization of Rus The fragmentation and subjugation of Rus The rise of Muscovy Overthrowing the Tatar yoke Gathering the Russian lands The birth of a dynasty The road to reform Imperial majesty Enlightened despotism Reform and reaction War and revolution Terror and upheaval The Great Patriotic War Cold War Reform and collapse And much, much more! So, listen to this audiobook now if you want to discover more about the startling history of Russia!
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The Skin Factory
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Chase is trapped in a netherworld factory where he's forced to build human bodies for dark beings known as the Wardens to infiltrate our world. When Chase overhears a plan to infect humanity with soul-eating spores called the obsidious, he escapes the factory to save his mom and sister Andi. Only, there's a mix-up, and Chase accidentally possesses a girl's body to escape in. In our world, his mom is confined to an asylum, while Andi has already been infected with the obsidious. If Chase can purge the stuff from Andi, convince her he's really her brother, then maybe, they can save their mom. But whatever is locked inside the asylum might be the very evil Chase came back to save them from. And it's been expecting him...
©2019 Lucas Pederson (P)2019 LVP Publications
Fred Rogers
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If you want to discover the captivating life of Fred Rogers, then pay attention.... Mister Rogers was more than just a puppeteer, a teacher, or an entertainer, though he was all those things; he was also a trusted friend and adviser. Rogers spoke personably with kids and helped them identify and organize their emotions. He explained how to deal with anger in simple, relatable terms and sang songs to help his guests and viewers cope with their feelings. He told generations of young people that it was okay to cry and show emotion, since these are feelings every person experiences. In Fred Rogers: A Captivating Guide to the Man Behind Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, you will discover topics such as: A Boy with a Name That Said It All The College Years Family Life Working for NBC Public Television and The Children’s Corner Mister Rogers and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Program Themes and Distribution Celebrity Sightings in the Neighborhood The Assassination of Robert Kennedy The Famous Foot Bath PBS Funding and the Supreme Court I Don’t Want to Eat Anything That Has a Mother Mister Rogers Goes to Sesame Street Mister Rogers the Composer The Conflict Series When Fred Met Koko Fred Retires from the Neighborhood Satire and Criticism Illness and Death Awards and Legacy Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about Fred Rogers, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!
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Iranian History
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Iran, then keep reading.... Five captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: Achaemenid Empire: A Captivating Guide to the First Persian Empire Founded by Cyrus the Great, and How This Empire of Ancient Persia Fought Against the Ancient Greeks in the Greco-Persian Wars Parthian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Enemy of the Roman Republic and Roman Empire Sasanian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Neo-Persian Empire that Ruled Before the Arab Conquest of Persia and the Rise of Islam The Safavid Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Persian Empire That Fought Against the Ottomans in the Ottoman-Safavid War The Afsharid and Qajar Dynasty: A Captivating Guide to Two Iranian Dynasties Who Ruled Persia from 1736 to 1925 In part one of this audiobook, you will: Learn about the roles and obligations of the people, who and how they worshiped, including their beliefs And much, much more... In part two of this audiobook, you will: Learn about the origins of the Parthian empire Be able to visualize the powerful military tactics that the Parthians used - tactics that gradually became the standard method of warfare in the Roman empire as well And much, much more... Some of the topics covered in part three of this audiobook include: The Rise of the Sasanian Empire The First Sasanian Decline And much, much more... Some of the topics covered in part four of this audiobook include: Religious Beginnings: Ismail I Fall: Sultan Husayn And much, much more... Some of the topics covered in part five of this audiobook include: Geography and Ancient History of Persia And much, much more... So if you want to learn more about the history of Iran, listen to this audiobook!
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Benjamin Franklin: A Captivating Guide to an American Polymath and a Founding Father of the United States of America
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Explore the captivating history of Benjamin Franklin! Benjamin Franklin was a Founding Father of America and had an enormous impact on America as it is today. In addition to that, there are many little-known facts about the man who is Benjamin Franklin. Unlike many of the other Founding Fathers, he started out in humble circumstances. Franklin never finished college because his parents couldn’t afford it. He hated his first job, and when he did get another one, he left without notice. From a young age, Benjamin Franklin fought for the rights of America at home and abroad. Yet, he bore the burdens of leadership and never shirked nor faltered in his mission. His greatest asset was his charm and friendliness, but he had his detractors as well and felt the emotional impact of that. In Benjamin Franklin: A Captivating Guide to an American Polymath and a Founding Father of the United States of America, you will discover topics such as: Young, earnest, and foolhardy Naiveté Collides with reality “B. Franklin, printer” Philosopher, inventor, and public servant Benjamin Franklin in England: 1757-1762 Benjamin Franklin in London: 1764-1769 Benjamin Franklin in London: 1769-1775 Home and to France Benjamin Franklin’s last years And much, much more!
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The Civil War: A Captivating Guide to the American Civil War and Its Impact on the History of the United States
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Explore the deadliest war in American history! No other war in the history of the US has sparked as much debate and conflict as the American Civil War. For more than 150 years, the story of the Civil War has been a source of contention, confusion, and even contempt in American life. Even today, the American public cannot agree on the causes of the Civil War, never mind its lessons or legacy. More Americans died in the Civil War than in WWI, WWII, and Vietnam combined. The war not only put Americans against Americans, but family against family, neighbor against neighbor, friend against friend. The conflict between the Union and the Confederacy still runs deep in some parts of the US. Indeed, the fundamental questions of the Civil War - questions about racial (in)equality, the rights of citizenship, and the role of government - remain hot debates today. In many ways, the war that claimed more than 600,000 American lives a century and a half ago is still the biggest battle being waged on American soil. In The Civil War: A Captivating Guide to the American Civil War and Its Impact on the History of the United States, you will discover topics such as: An uneasy nation The foundation cracks The first shot Welcome to war Bloody days Proclaiming freedom The War looks grim Turning the tide The final fight Reunited Post-war America And much, much more! So listen to this audiobook now if you want to learn about the Civil War!
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History of Russia
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Russia, then pay attention... Four captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: Russian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Russia, Including Events Such as the Mongol Invasion, the Napoleonic Invasion, Reforms of Peter the Great, the Fall of the Soviet Union, and more Ivan the Terrible: A Captivating Guide to the First Tsar of Russia and His Impact on Russian History The Russian Revolution: A Captivating Guide to the February and October Revolutions and the Rise of the Soviet Union Led by Vladimir Lenin and the Bolsheviks The Cambridge Five: A Captivating Guide to the Russian Spies in Britain Who Passed Information to the Soviet Union During World War II Some of the topics covered in part one of this audiobook include: The Foundation of Rusia The Christianization of Rusia The Fragmentation and Subjugation of Rusia The Rise of Muscovy Overthrowing the Tatar Yoke Gathering the Russian Lands The Birth of a Dynasty The Road to Reform Imperial Majesty And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part two of this audiobook include: Russia Before the First Tsar A Lineage of Heroes The Birth of an Emperor Assassination Becoming Terrible The Legacy of Ivan “The Terrible” And much, much more! Some of the topics covered in part three of this audiobook include: Twilight of the Tsars Peace, Land, and Bread Defending the Revolution Some of the topics covered in part four of this audiobook include: The Undeniable Attraction of Marxism World War II: Espionage Between Allies And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about the history of Russia, get this audiobook now!
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Crawl
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The Yellowstone Supervolcano has erupted. America has been brought to its knees. Now one small Oregon community must crawl its way out of the rubble as social order begins to disintegrate.
©2020 Jeffrey S. Thomson (P)2020 Jeffrey S. Thomson
Hammurabi
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Explore the captivating history of Hammurabi. The story of Hammurabi is the story of 43 years jam-packed with conquest, temple- and wall-building, irrigation efforts, and lawmaking, but it’s also a story of broken relations and rising and falling empires. It’s a story of betrayal and shifting alliances, a story where even the gods take a backseat to the matters of common men. It’s a tale that’s both thousands of years old and, interestingly enough, just as contemporary as it was when Hammurabi still drew breath. And like all great tales of history, it’s a yarn that teaches the common man that no feat of greatness comes without a price and that human nature is just as complex as it was when Babylonians praised Marduk and hailed Hammurabi as a god in his own right. In Hammurabi: A Captivating Guide to the Sixth King of the First Babylonian Dynasty, Including the Code of Hammurabi, you will discover topics such as: Babylon before Hammurabi: Position of the city in Mesopotamia, early rulers Rise of Hammurabi: Wars and achievements chronology of Hammurabi Reign of Hammurabi: Babylon during his reign, relations to other cities. Hammurabi’s Babylon Hammurabi’s character: physical appearance, relations with other rulers, glimpses of his personality The Code of Hammurabi and early Mesopotamian law Dissecting the code Hammurabi’s legacy And much, much more!
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Fall
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The Monster Under the Ground at Yellowstone has been biding its time and building Pressure for 640,000 years. The US is now more divided than at any time in its history, since the Civil War. What would happen if it blew tomorrow? Pressure is that story, and Fall is only the beginning.
©2018, 2019, 2020 Jeffrey S. Thomson (P)2020 Jeffrey S. Thomson
World War 1
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Explore the captivating history of World War 1! The first World War was one of the most devastating conflicts in our history. The tumult and chaos that remained in the wake of the first World War had far-reaching and devastating consequences, not just for Europe and the survivors of the war, but for the entire world. The ruins of Europe provided a fertile breeding ground for fierce nationalism, which led to the rise of the Third Reich and allowed the evil of Adolf Hitler to go unchecked for far too long. In this audiobook, you will discover topics such as: The fatal shots that set the stage for war The Western front and the first Battle of Marne War in the trenches The Eastern front and the Battle of Tannenberg The Battle of Ypres and the Christmas Truce Second Battle of Ypres and the introduction of chemical warfare Chemical warfare on the Western front My boy Jack, the very human cost of the first World War The Gallipoli campaign The Battle of Jutland The decline of the Russian empire The Battle of Verdun The Battle of the Somme America joins the war The final days of the war and the Treaty of Versailles World leaders who played a pivotal role in the first World War And much, much more!
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