Historical Audiobook Collection
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The collection boasts volumes that cover a diverse range of historical topics, from ancient civilizations and classical literature to medieval warfare and modern revolutions. It includes works on pivotal moments in history, such as the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, and the World Wars, as well as biographies of influential figures, philosophers, scientists, and artists who have shaped the course of history.
Anarchist
Joseph Conrad | Historical
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This story illustrates how anyone could be lured into the world of terrorism.
Fighting Temeraire
Sir Henry Newbold | Poetry
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poem about ship made famous by Turner's picture
Malchish Kibalchish
Arkadi Gaidar | Children Classics
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A young boy helps the Red Army fight the bourgeoisie. After being betrayed, he’s captured and tortured, but takes a secret to his grave.
Declaration of Independence
Thomas Jefferson | Humour
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The Declaration of American Independence in Homer Simpson's voice, read by classically trained English actor Silas Hawkins.
Charge of the Light Brigade
Lord Tennyson | Poetry
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famous poem glorifying infamous military disaster
Real Pirates - Introduction
Captain Charles Johnson | Memories
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This collection details the true stories of the lives of many pirates. It tells of high seas adventures, murder, mutiny, and often hanging.
Real Pirates - Captain Weril
Captain Charles Johnson | Memories
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A true story of crime on the high seas, this account details the life and misdeeds of pirate Captain Weril.
Real Pirates - Captain Spriggs
Captain Charles Johnson | Memories
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Francis Spriggs was a pirate known for his black flag and known associates. His true story tells of desertion and conquest.
Real Pirates - Captain Phillips
Captain Charles Johnson | Memories
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A true story of crime on the high seas, this account details the life and misdeeds of pirate Captain Phillips.
Real Pirates - Captain Lowther
Captain Charles Johnson | Memories
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George Lowther had an early career as second mate on a slave ship and he turned to piracy in the Caribbean. This is his true story.
Magic Lamplighter
Marion St John Webb | Historical
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This is a delightful children's book of magic and adventure. Set in London, it is a great read for all ages.
Sowing Glory
P C Wren | Historical
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Adventures of English woman disguised in male attire and joined French Foreign Legion. Very interesting book but too much of "officers club verbal banter". Lots of different foreign accents.
Tom Jones, A Foundling
Henry Fielding | Humor & Comedy
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The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling, the comic novel which is probably Fielding's greatest literary achievement.
ROMANS - Through the Veil
Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up
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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history .
ROMANS - Red Star
Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up
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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history. Not sure all Muslims will be pleased with the portrayal of Mohamed.
ROMANS - Point of Contact
Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up
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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history .
ROMANS - Last of the Legions
Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up
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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history .
ROMANS - Last Galley
Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up
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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history .
ROMANS - Iconoclast
Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up
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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history .
