Jason Zenobia has narrated 119 audiobooks on Listento.it by 21 authors, with an average listener rating of 4.5★ across 24 ratings. The most-rated is History of Armenia.
Spanish History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Spain and the Basques
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Spanish, then pay attention. Two captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: History of Spain: A Captivating Guide to Spanish History, Starting from Roman Hispania Through the Visigoths, the Spanish Empire, the Bourbons, and the War of Spanish Independence to the Present The Basques: A Captivating Guide to the History of the Basque Country, Starting from Prehistory Through Roman Rule and the Middle Ages to the Present Here are just some of the topics covered in part one of this audiobook: Prehistory The First and Second Punic Wars Rome Entrenching Roman Hispania Enter the Germanic Tribes and the Muslims The Transformation of Spain The Struggling Spanish Empire Bourbon Spain War of the Third Coalition, 1803 - 1806 Aftermath Rocky Road to Freedom And much, much more! Here are just some of the topics covered in part two of this audiobook: The Mystery of the Mountain People The Ancient Mystery Unravels The Basques under the Roman Empire Rule under Dukes, Counts, and Kings The Middle Ages The Late Middle Ages The Modern Period Economy The Twentieth Century Basque Terrorism The Basque Country Today And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about history of Spain and the Basques, listen to this audiobook now!
©2020 Captivating History (P)2021 Captivating History
The Materialist Orbit
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Jeffrey Kripal’s latest book, The Flip: Epiphanies of Mind and the Future of Knowledge, extends his anti-materialist critique, which he codified in an opinion piece back in 2014 for The Chronicle of Higher Education. Kripal’s central thesis is that occasionally some events happen in our lives which cause us to “flip” or “reverse” our previous ways of thinking which he believes go beyond a reductionistic understanding of the mind. He even goes so far as to suggest that “matter may, in fact, be an expression of some kind of cosmic Mind [sic], which expresses itself as the material world through the abstract structures of mathematics and physics.” While Kripal’s book is quite accessible and highly readable, I find that the examples he cites to support his “trans-materialism” purview to be half-baked and lacking in the necessary attention to detail to make his argument persuasive. As I have argued in previous essays and books, what at first appears to be psychic inevitably turns out to be “less” paranormal the more contextual information we get about the particular incident, whether it be Mark Twain’s supposed precognitive dream about his brother Henry’s untimely death, or a wife’s intuition about her husband’s car accident early in the morning. Yet, Kripal seems resistant to more rationalist explanations and instead prematurely opts for the transcendent. This short book is a three-fold critique of Kripal's anti-materialist purview.
©2019 David Christopher Lane (P)2019 David Christopher Lane
Aztec Civilization: A History from Beginning to End
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Discover the remarkable history of the Aztec Civilization.... The Aztec Empire dominated Mesoamerica for a relatively short time — less than 100 years — but it is remembered today more than other ancient cultures in the region which sustained for much longer. Partly that is because this was a relatively recent culture which was widely reported by the first Europeans to make contact with it. Another one of the reasons is because the Aztecs have become indelibly associated with human sacrifice. The sheer scale of these rituals caused horror and fascination in the first Europeans to encounter it. Anything up to eighty thousand victims may have been brutally killed during a single religious festival, and up to a quarter of a million people may have been sacrificed each year of Aztec rule. The seemingly insatiable need for victims to placate the Aztec gods even led to wars whose purpose was not conquest or plunder, but obtaining sacrificial victims. Yet there was a great deal more to the Aztecs than human sacrifice. These people created a complex society and one of the largest cities in the world. They developed a sophisticated set of laws and made notable advances in astronomy and agriculture. In the course of less than one hundred years, the Aztecs came to dominate Mesoamerica and created an empire which looked set to continue for a very long time indeed. Then the first Spanish conquistadores arrived, and within less than two years, the Aztec Empire had been completely destroyed. This is the story of the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire. Discover a plethora of topics such as: Origins The creation of Tenochtitlan Aztec weapons and warfare The Triple Alliance The city of Tenochtitlan The Spanish Conquest And much more! So if you want a concise and informative book on the Aztec Civilization, simply scroll up and click the "Buy Now" button for instant access!
©2020 Hourly History (P)2020 Hourly History
Vlad the Impaler: Dracula and Vampirism
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Vlad III, known as Vlad the Impaler was voivode of Wallachia three times. The tales about the burning of the lazy, the poor, and the lame at Vlad's order and the execution of the woman who had made her husband too short a shirt can also be found among the German and Slavic anecdotes. Inside you’ll hear about: Early life Reigns Imprisonment in Hungary Family Reputation for cruelty National hero Vampire mythology And much more! Books describing Vlad's cruel acts were among the first best sellers in the German-speaking territories. In Russia, popular stories suggested that Vlad was able to strengthen central government only through applying brutal punishments, and a similar view was adopted by most Romanian historians in the 19th century. Vlad's reputation for cruelty and his patronymic inspired the name of the vampire Count Dracula in Bram Stoker's 1897 novel Dracula. Do not hesitate, get your copy now!
©2019 The History Hour (P)2020 The History Hour
Battles of Lexington and Concord
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Discover the remarkable history of the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first battles of the American War of Independence, an introduction into years of combat that would pit the forces of the Thirteen Colonies against the world’s mightiest empire - Great Britain. The events of April 19, 1775, have been commemorated in poetry and have become part of the sweeping legend of the American fight for independence. Yet, when Paul Revere and William Dawes left Boston on the night of April 18 to warn the towns that the British were coming, there were no Americans. The colonies were British subjects who owed their allegiance to King George III. Nonetheless, hostilities had been percolating since the previous decade, when the British, needing to replenish the Royal Treasury after fighting the French and Indian War on the North American continent, began levying taxes against their colonial subjects. Massachusetts, in particular, resented the taxes, and the Sons of Liberty, a patriot organization dedicated to independence from Great Britain, capitalized on the seething emotions of the people to stir up resistance. The Boston Massacre in 1770 and the Boston Tea Party in 1773 brought the colony to the point of revolt, and weapons and ammunition were being hidden in neighboring towns around Boston. It was to capture those weapons that the British left Boston on the night of April 18, 1775, unaware that their movements were being watched and that couriers were ready to alert Lexington and Concord that soldiers were on their way. When the British arrived, the militias were waiting, and as the day went on, more and more colonial soldiers joined the forces in defense of their towns and their colony. By the end of the day, as the harried, bloodied, and weary British returned to Boston, the colonial forces had achieved their first military victory and the American Revolution had begun. Discover a plethora of topics such as: Taxes and Tyranny The Rebellion in Massachusetts The British Are Coming! The Battle of Lexington The Battle of Concord Retreat from Concord And much more! So, if you want a concise and informative book on the Battles of Lexington and Concord, simply scroll up and click the "buy now" button for instant access!
©2020 Hourly History (P)2020 Hourly History
The Cultural Revolution
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Cultural Revolution, then pay attention... The Cultural Revolution, known in full as the “Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution”, was launched by Mao Zedong, the chairman of the Communist Party of China, as a means of quashing capitalism in China. He wanted to ensure that the desire for a communist government would remain strong in the country long after his death. Like other previous leaders who attempted to continue to rule after their death, his attempt did not work out quite the way he had planned. Over the course of a decade, from the summer of 1966 to 1976, Mao Zedong implemented a number of changes that have led him to be known as one of the most brutal tyrants of the modern age. In The Cultural Revolution: A Captivating Guide to a Decade-Long Upheaval in China Unleashed by Mao Zedong to Preserve Chinese Communism, you will discover topics such as: Mao Zedong’s Early Life, Rise to Power, and the Government Upheaval That Changed China During the First Half of the 20th Century The Suspicion Behind the United Face The Five-Year Plan, the Great Leap Forward, and the Events Leading to the Cultural Revolution Fighting the Capitalism of the West The Introduction of Revolution The Red Guards July 20th Incident Border Clashes with the Communist Soviets Lin Biao - The Successor and Opponent Health Issues and Slipping Grip on the Revolution The 10th Congress and the Shifting of Power Mass Killings in China and Devastation in Northern China End of the Cultural Revolution Lasting Effects And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about the Cultural Revolution, buy today!
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101 Amazing Facts About Animals
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Did you know that gorillas can catch human colds? Or that cows from different regions moo in different accents? What's the fastest animal in the water? And what disgusting thing does the hoopoe bird do to scare away predators? This fantastic audiobook answers all these questions and more, covering everything from cats and dogs to creepy crawlies and gross facts. Narrated by Jason Zenobia, it would make an excellent addition to anyone's collection.
©2017 Jack Goldstein Books (P)2017 Jack Goldstein Books
The Second Sino-Japanese War
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Second Sino-Japanese War, then pay attention... Many people in the West look upon the Second Sino-Japanese War, which took place in the 1930s and 1940s, as a sort of sideshow to the larger Second World War, but there is no separating the two. Imagine the Pacific War - the theater of World War II that took place in the Pacific. If the Japanese were not busy fighting on another front, they would have had millions of more troops available to fight the Americans and the British. In all likelihood, World War II would have ended the same way, but it would have taken much longer and cost that many more lives. To understand the conflict between these two Asian powers, we have to travel back in time quite a ways, for the story of what is known by many as the Second Sino-Japanese War is long and rooted deep in history. In The Second Sino-Japanese War: A Captivating Guide to Military Conflict That Began Between China and Japan, Including Events Such as the Japanese Invasion of Manchuria and the Nanjing Massacre, you will discover chapters such as: The Roots of the Conflict Japan before the War Manchuria/Manchukuo China Proper Another “Incident” The Opponents The Tragedy of Nanjing They Were Expendable The War Drags On Horrors Mostly Unknown Friends And much, much more! So, if you want to learn more about the Second Sino-Japanese War, scroll up and click the "buy now" button!
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101 Amazing Facts about Dinosaurs
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Do you know which species of dinosaur was named after Hogwarts? Which were the largest and the smallest dinosaurs? How can you tell the difference between a brontosaurus and an Apatosaurus? Narrator Jason Zenobia answers all these questions and more as he talks us through over 100 amazing facts about dinosaurs. All manner of subjects are covered, such as unusual dinosaurs, physiology, behaviours and more. Whether you're a dinosaur expert or you are new to such a fascinating subject, this is sure to be a great addition to your audiobook collection.
©2017 Jack Goldstein Books (P)2017 Jack Goldstein Books
Coco Chanel
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Discover the remarkable life of Coco Chanel... The legendary French designer Coco Chanel was born in 1883. She changed the way women thought about fashion and themselves; her dresses were meant to free women of the corset and allow them to move freely and elegantly. At the dawn of a new century, Chanel stood for a new type of woman. Chanel worked her way up from living in an orphanage to dining with royalty. She personified her own designs. Always independent, she never married, took on lovers as she pleased, and never apologized. A century after Coco Chanel opened her first small shop in Paris, her designs still define luxury. Discover a plethora of topics, such as: An Orphaned Girl Coco Takes on Paris Chanel No. 5 The Crash of 1929 Chanel During World War II: The Nazi Spy Exile and Return And much more! So, if you want a concise and informative book on Coco Chanel, simply scroll up and click the "buy now" button for instant access!
©2020 Hourly History (P)2020 Hourly History
How to Learn Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics!
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Regardless of your major, there is a high probability that you will need to take a statistics class at some point in your studies. Whether you are a stats fan or not, you may be required to use IBM SPSS Statistics for your research, especially if you are in the social sciences field. IBM SPSS Statistics is a powerful and fast solution that makes it easy to analyze and gain new insights from your data. To make analyzing your large or complex data easy, we have made available an informative and powerful audiobook, How to Learn Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics. This audiobook is great for you if: You have no or limited background in statistics You want to become better versed in the basic statistical capabilities of IBM SPSS Statistics Base You want to refresh your knowledge and experience in statistics This powerful product will stop at nothing to ensure you achieve the purpose of buying it. This audiobook includes benefits such as: Shows the basic functions of IBM SPSS Statistics Offers navigation index you can use as a reference guide Information is easy to understand Some statistical techniques are mentioned in the book, and you will gain an understanding of when and why to use these various techniques, as well as how to apply them with confidence The benefits are more than the ones mentioned. To gain access to its full benefits, you would need to take a bold step by purchasing the amazing audiobook. The audiobook worth more than its value, and you can save about $1,000 by buying this audiobook. We can’t deny that this book may not have all the information on IBM SPSS Statistics. Also, we confess that our weakness is editing. We are not native speakers. But our focus is to offer you high-quality content, and we aim to ensure you learn statistics using IBM SPSS Statistics so you can handle your complex or large data easily. You don’t need to wait until tomorrow before you purchase this incredibly advantageous audiobook. Learn statistics using IBM SPSS Statistics today and find it easy to import and describe your data, examine relationships between variables in your data, and more! Don’t just wish to learn statistics! Buy this audiobook today!
©2018 Andrei Besedin (P)2018 Andrei Besedin
Listening to the Inner Sound
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Listening to the inner sound to achieve higher states of consciousness has a long history and can be found in different religious traditions around the world (ranging from Gnostic Christianity to Islamic Sufism to Tibetan Buddhism). In this presentation, we will explore the originations of shabd yoga and trace it over time (in its various manifestations) up until the present day. In so doing, we will want to learn how listening to the inner sound is theologically interpreted in varying cultures on distinct continents. Who would have imagined that a relatively unknown spiritual master living in Agra, India, from 1818-1878, would eventually influence the lives of millions around the world? Shiv Dayal Singh, the founder of Radhasoami, has had an impact on a number of disparate fronts, including religion, literature, music, education, industry, philosophy, consciousness studies, and even culinary habits. This book provides a brief overview of the impact that Shiv Dayal Singh (honorifically called "Soamiji Maharaj") has had in the spread of shabd yoga worldwide, as well as his ethical influence in the sphere of vegetarianism.
©2018 David Christopher Lane (P)2018 David Christopher Lane
Ancient Rome
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Ancient Rome covers Roman civilization from the founding of the city of Rome to the collapse of the Western Roman Empire, encompassing the Roman Kingdom, Roman Republic, and Roman Empire, until the fall of the Western empire. Inside, you will learn about: A myth evolves into an empire The reign of terror Emperors, able or inept The Roman Empire is born The two faces of Caligula Division, decline, and death And much more! In its many centuries of existence, the Roman state evolved from a monarchy to the classical republic, and then to an increasingly autocratic empire. Rome professionalized and expanded its military and created a government system called res publica, the inspiration for modern republics. It achieved impressive technological and architectural feats, such as the construction of an extensive system of aqueducts and roads, as well as the construction of large monuments, palaces, and public facilities. Buy the audiobook and listen to this story right now! PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
©2020 Halcyon Time Ltd (P)2020 Halcyon Time Ltd
Ancient Greece: The Greatest Civilization
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The very first democracy in the world found its origins in Ancient Greece. The most exquisite art and architecture of the world had its origins there. While education had its roots in many cultures after the Bronze Age, education found its flowering in the rise of some of greatest literature ever written. From the very small country of Greece came the development of the higher sciences. Even the most celebrated of sports events, the Olympics, started in a small city-state of Athens. In this audiobook you’ll listen about: Wars and Omens of More Early Classic Greece The Persians Greco-Roman and Byzantine Greece And much more! The Doric column was named after the Dorians, one of the root races indigenous to Ancient Greece. The Ionic column was named after their satellite colony, Iona in current-day Turkey. The Corinthian column is named after the ancient city of Corinth on the Southeastern coast of Greece. Live theater entertainment originated in the amphitheaters of Ancient Greece. Nowhere in the civilized world can anyone find no element from this civilization of explorers of the mind and the mysteries of myth. Greece has a history that lies within the experience of everyone. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
©2018 Halcyon Time Ltd (P)2020 Halcyon Time Ltd
History of Rome
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If you want to discover the captivating history of Rome, then pay attention.... Rome started as a kingdom, thrived as a republic, conquered vast territories when it was an empire, and became the Holy City during the Middle Ages. Even today, Rome continues to intrigue us with its rich history, architecture, art, literature, religion, laws, and language. The abundant archaeological findings of Rome and its surrounding are but a fragment of what the city once was. Nevertheless, it is enough to engage us, tickle our imagination, and satisfy our thirst for knowledge. The importance of Rome cannot be argued. Its history is not the history of Italy or its people. Rome is a part of the foundation of Europe, just as Athens is. Without it, the world as we know it today wouldn’t exist. In History of Rome: A Captivating Guide to Roman History, Starting from the Legend of Romulus and Remus Through the Roman Republic, Byzantium, Medieval Period, and Renaissance to Modern History, you will discover topics such as: The founding of Rome: myth and reality The Kingdom of Rome The Roman Republic Social wars and the end of the Roman Republic Pax Romana The third and early fourth centuries The fall of the West; the East thrives Rome in the Middle Ages The Renaissance Modern history of Rome Much, much more
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Mughal Empire
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Discover the remarkable history of the Mughal Empire... For more than 200 years, the Mughal Empire dominated the Indian subcontinent. It became one of the largest empires on the planet, with an army of almost one million men at arms and an economy that was stronger than any other at the time. The Mughal Empire developed new art and architecture, and some of the things created during this empire are still regarded as iconic representations of India. Although most of its conquests were achieved through the application of military power, this was also a relatively liberal, pluralist empire which successfully assimilated people from varied cultural and religious background into a total population of over 150 million. Perhaps, that is surprising given that this empire originated with an invasion by nomadic Mongols from the north; the very first Mughal emperor was a direct descendant of both Genghis Khan and Tamerlane. Then, just when the Mughal Empire seemed to have become invincible, it disintegrated in an astonishingly short space of time. This book tells the story of how the Mughal Empire was able to achieve almost unimaginable power and wealth and how within the nature of that success were the elements which eventually tore the empire apart. This is the complex, exciting story of the rapid rise and even more rapid collapse of the mighty, colorful, vibrant, and complex Mughal Empire. Discover a plethora of chapters, such as: The Emergence of Babur The Reign of Akbar the Great Consolidation and Glory Art, Architecture and Science in the Mughal Empire Decline of the Mughal Empire India Falls under British Control And much more! So, if you want a concise and informative book on the Mughal Empire, simply scroll up and click the "buy now" button for instant access!
©2020 Hourly History (P)2020 Hourly History
Ancient Near East
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the ancient Near East, then pay attention.... Where did the first signs of civilization appear in the ancient world? When did people start to transition from the nomadic life of hunters and gatherers to living in the first urbanized settlements? Who was the first emperor in history? Which empire was the strongest and mightiest, and for how long? Where did the title “King of the Universe” come from, and who was the “True King?” All these answers are hidden in the ancient history of the Fertile Crescent, and now, they are unveiled to you in our comprehensive and captivating guide to the ancient civilizations of the Near East. In Ancient Near East: A Captivating Guide to Ancient Civilizations of the Middle East, Including Regions Such as Mesopotamia, Ancient Iran, Egypt, Anatolia, and the Levant, you will discover topics such as: Mesopotamia: The Birth of the First Civilization Egypt: The Unification of Upper and Lower Egypt and the Birth of the Pharaohs Ancient Iran: From Early Urban Settlements to the Rise of the Elamites Anatolia: The Bridge Between Asia and Europe and the Rise of the Hittite Old Kingdom The Levant: The Kingdom of Ebla and the Cultures of the Ancient Levant The Rise of the Assyrian Empire and Babylon from the Ashes of Akkad The Old and New Kingdom of Egypt: Dynastic Egypt and the Rise of Power in the Banks of Nile The Middle and New Kingdoms of the Hittite: The Dark Ages and the Glory of the Hittite Empire Beyond the Wars and Thrones: The Everyday Life of Common People in the Ancient Near East The Birth of Religions in the Ancient Near East: The Cradle of Civilization and the Gods And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about the ancient Near East, scroll up and click "Buy Now"!
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The Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution, then pay attention.... Two captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: Age of Enlightenment: A Captivating Guide to the Age of Reason, Including the Lives of Isaac Newton, Francis Bacon, John Locke, and Mary Somerville The Industrial Revolution: A Captivating Guide to a Period of Major Industrialization and the Introduction of the Spinning Jenny, the Cotton Gin, Electricity, and Other Inventions Here are just some of the topics covered in part one of this audiobook: The Republic of Letters Michel de Montaigne Francis Bacon Marie de Gournay René Descartes Bathsua Makin Anna Maria Van Schurman Dorothy Moore Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia Robert Boyle John Locke Isaac Newton England's civil war The Royal Society of London Marie du Moulin Conflict in the royal society Charles-Louis de Secondat (Montesquieu) Benjamin Franklin David Hume Adam Smith The Boston Tea Party Thomas Paine The American Revolution François-Marie Arouet (Voltaire) Mary Sommerville And much, much more! Here are just some of the topics covered in part two of this audiobook: Birth of the revolution British Motors start rolling Cogs of the revolution Dissemination of change Sparks of a new revolution Effects of the transformation And much, much more! So, if you want to learn more about the Enlightenment and Industrial Revolution, scroll up and click the "Buy Now" button!
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Underground Railroad
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If you want to discover the captivating history of the Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman, then pay attention.... Two captivating manuscripts in one audiobook: The Underground Railroad: A Captivating Guide to the Network of Routes, Places, and People in the United States That Helped Free African Americans during the Nineteenth Century Harriet Tubman: A Captivating Guide to an American Abolitionist Who Became the Most Famous Conductor of the Underground Railroad The Underground Railroad wasn’t underground. Nor was it a railroad. It was, however, an awe-inspiring piece of history, and one that speaks of hope even today. Two hundred years ago, slavery had the Southern United States firmly in its evil grip. Around four million African Americans languished in the most appalling of living conditions, their lives controlled by people who saw them as objects. They were starved, whipped, and put to work despite being pregnant, sick, or so young that they could barely walk. Here are just some of the topics covered in Part 1 of this audiobook: Slavery through the Ages Abolition around the World Abolition in the United States The Father of the Underground Railroad The Moses of Her People More Heroes of the Underground Railroad And much, much more! Here are just some of the topics covered in Part 2 of this audiobook: Harriet Makes a Break for Freedom First Forays on the Underground Railroad General Tubman Takes Charge Harriet on the Front Lines With the Help of Her Family and Friends Preparing a Place for Harriet Tubman And much, much more! So if you want to learn more about the Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman, scroll up and click the "buy" button!
©2021 Captivating History (P)2021 Captivating History
Robert the Bruce
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Discover the remarkable life of Robert the Bruce... Robert the Bruce is one of the most iconic figures of Scottish history. Born in Scotland’s desperate hour of need, Robert stepped forward to answer the call. In the early 1300s, the situation looked bleak for the Scottish with the might of England and its eager monarch King Edward I threatening to crush any resistance to his rule. In 1305, the former freedom fighter William Wallace had already been captured and cruelly executed. Robert the Bruce and his family initially tried to stay out of the fray, but the sudden onslaught of a series of circumstances would soon dictate Robert’s ultimate destiny. He would be made a king without a kingdom, forced to claw his way to the throne that was rightfully his. It was on the shoulders of Robert the Bruce to right the wrongs of the past - would he be up for the challenge? Listen to his trials and tribulations in this book to see just how this dynamic piece of Scottish history played out. Discover a plethora of topics such as: Early Life A Guardian of Scotland The Murder of John Comyn The Rise of Robert I The Fight for Independence Late Life and Death And much more! So, if you want a concise and informative book on Robert the Bruce, simply scroll up and click the "buy now" button for instant access!
©2020 Hourly History (P)2020 Hourly History