Historical Audiobook Collection

December 31, 1969

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.

1 Two Samurai

Two Samurai

Byron Veatch | Historical

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well written short story

2 Anarchist

Anarchist

Joseph Conrad | Historical

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This story illustrates how anyone could be lured into the world of terrorism.

3 Fighting Temeraire

Fighting Temeraire

Sir Henry Newbold | Poetry

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poem about ship made famous by Turner's picture

4 Malchish Kibalchish

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.

5 Declaration of Independence

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.

6 Charge of the Light Brigade

Charge of the Light Brigade

Lord Tennyson | Poetry

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famous poem glorifying infamous military disaster

7 Real Pirates - Introduction

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.

8 Real Pirates - Captain Weril

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.

9 Real Pirates - Captain Spriggs

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.

10 Real Pirates - Captain Phillips

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.

11 Real Pirates - Captain Lowther

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.

12 Magic Lamplighter

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.

13 Sowing Glory

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.

14 Tom Jones, A Foundling

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.

15 ROMANS - Through the Veil

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 .

16 ROMANS - Red Star

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.

17 ROMANS - Point of Contact

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 .

18 ROMANS - Last of the Legions

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 .

19 ROMANS - Last Galley

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 .

20 ROMANS - Iconoclast

ROMANS - Iconoclast

Arthur Conan Doyle | Grown Up

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Short historical story. Slightly naive but very amusing interpretation of the ancient history .