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Anunnaki, The: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Mesopotamian Deities

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by KC Wayman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 18 min

Today the Mesopotamians and their religion are sources of curiosity, but thousands of years ago, the religions were integral parts of their lives. From their birth to their death, deities surrounded them, and whether their social interactions were on the level of a smaller city or that of a larger nation-state, deities played key roles in the social fabric of their society. Whereas the Israelites ... Read more

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Today the Mesopotamians and their religion are sources of curiosity, but thousands of years ago, the religions were integral parts of their lives. From their birth to their death, deities surrounded them, and whether their social interactions were on the level of a smaller city or that of a larger nation-state, deities played key roles in the social fabric of their society. Whereas the Israelites
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Soviet Invasion of Hungary in 1956, The: The History and Legacy of the Hungarian Uprising and the Military Operations That Put It Down

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Stephen Platt ...

Unabridged

2 hours 6 min

After D-Day had all but sealed the Allied victory, Stalin’s Red Army became more aggressive in retaking land formerly held by Germany. Concerned over the ever-widening Soviet map, Churchill met with Stalin in October 1944 (Roosevelt was by this time too frail to join them) and, while ceding Rumania and Bulgaria to the Soviets, insisted that Yugoslavia and Hungary be shared among the allies. The ... Read more

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After D-Day had all but sealed the Allied victory, Stalin’s Red Army became more aggressive in retaking land formerly held by Germany. Concerned over the ever-widening Soviet map, Churchill met with Stalin in October 1944 (Roosevelt was by this time too frail to join them) and, while ceding Rumania and Bulgaria to the Soviets, insisted that Yugoslavia and Hungary be shared among the allies. The
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Errol Flynn and Tyrone Power: The Lives and Careers of Hollywood’s Favorite Swashbucklers

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Mary Rossman ...

Unabridged

2 hours 10 min

In 1940, the 4th most popular star in the U.S. was a foreign actor from Australia, and unlike other movie stars, he was more notorious for his pursuits off the screen than on it. In an era long before social media, Errol Flynn represented the epitome of a swashbuckling playboy, with enough mystery and intrigue surrounding him and his background to fascinate even those who didn’t see his movies. ... Read more

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In 1940, the 4th most popular star in the U.S. was a foreign actor from Australia, and unlike other movie stars, he was more notorious for his pursuits off the screen than on it. In an era long before social media, Errol Flynn represented the epitome of a swashbuckling playboy, with enough mystery and intrigue surrounding him and his background to fascinate even those who didn’t see his movies.
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Japanese Invasion of Manchuria and the Rape of Nanking, The

The History of the Most Notorious Events of the Second Sino-Japanese War

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Colin Fluxman ...

Unabridged

2 hours 39 min

Though scarcely mentioned in the world of early 21st century politics, Manchuria represented a key region of Asia during the first half of the 20th century. Once the heartland of the fierce Manchu empire, this northeastern Chinese region's rich natural resources made it a prize for nations in the process of entering the modern age, and three ambitious nations in the midst of such a transformation ... Read more

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Though scarcely mentioned in the world of early 21st century politics, Manchuria represented a key region of Asia during the first half of the 20th century. Once the heartland of the fierce Manchu empire, this northeastern Chinese region's rich natural resources made it a prize for nations in the process of entering the modern age, and three ambitious nations in the midst of such a transformation
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Knights Hospitaller, The: The History and Legacy of the Medieval Catholic Military Order

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Dan Gallagher ...

Unabridged

1 hour 43 min

For centuries, Christians and Muslims were embroiled in one of the most infamous territorial disputes of all time, viciously and relentlessly battling one another for the Holy Land. In the heart of Jerusalem sat one of the shining jewels of the Christian faith, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Legend has it that this was where their Savior had been buried before his fabled resurrection. What was ... Read more

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For centuries, Christians and Muslims were embroiled in one of the most infamous territorial disputes of all time, viciously and relentlessly battling one another for the Holy Land. In the heart of Jerusalem sat one of the shining jewels of the Christian faith, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Legend has it that this was where their Savior had been buried before his fabled resurrection. What was
... Read more
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Stagecoaches and Wagons: The History of Overland Transportation Companies and Methods in 19th Century America

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Scott Clem ...

Unabridged

2 hours 14 min

The United States is a massive country, with the continental 48 states covering over three million square miles. From the 13 colonies along the Atlantic Ocean, the nation spread ever westward, and before automobiles, airplanes, and railroads, the most reliable transportation was one’s own two feet or a horse.Wagons, whether covered or uncovered, have been used to haul people and supplies for ... Read more

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The United States is a massive country, with the continental 48 states covering over three million square miles. From the 13 colonies along the Atlantic Ocean, the nation spread ever westward, and before automobiles, airplanes, and railroads, the most reliable transportation was one’s own two feet or a horse.Wagons, whether covered or uncovered, have been used to haul people and supplies for
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Dead Sea, The: The History and Legacy of the Most Unique Lake in the World

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Daniel Houle ...

Unabridged

2 hours 13 min

If the world had a navel, it would be the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth where one can still stand on dry land. The photographs of this unique lake seem to be taken from a science fiction movie, or a land devastated after a nuclear holocaust. To others, the fluffy shores could remind them of Antarctica although it is in one of the warmest spots on the planet. Its white, creamy masses, ... Read more

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If the world had a navel, it would be the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth where one can still stand on dry land. The photographs of this unique lake seem to be taken from a science fiction movie, or a land devastated after a nuclear holocaust. To others, the fluffy shores could remind them of Antarctica although it is in one of the warmest spots on the planet. Its white, creamy masses,
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The Controversial History of the Mysterious Network that Helped Nazis Escape Germany after World War II

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Colin Fluxman ...

Unabridged

1 hour 26 min

Cloak and dagger espionage, assassination, dangerous adventure, and strange deceptions such as the Operation Mincemeat plan wherein the corpse of a Welsh pauper fitted with a uniform and false papers deceived the Nazi hierarchy about the location of the Western Allies' first landing in Europe, all constitute as real a part of World War II's kaleidoscopically varied history as battles and clear-cut ... Read more

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Cloak and dagger espionage, assassination, dangerous adventure, and strange deceptions such as the Operation Mincemeat plan wherein the corpse of a Welsh pauper fitted with a uniform and false papers deceived the Nazi hierarchy about the location of the Western Allies' first landing in Europe, all constitute as real a part of World War II's kaleidoscopically varied history as battles and clear-cut
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Great Siege of Malta, The: The History of the Battle for the Mediterranean Island Between the Ottoman Empire and Knights Hospitaller

by Charles River Editors ...

Narrated by Bill Hare ...

Unabridged

2 hours 39 min

After being forced out of Rhodes by the Ottomans in the early 16th century, the Knights Hospitaller spent seven years residing in Sicily without an official home or garrison, but around 1530, Holy Roman Emperor Charles V decided to gift the order the islands of Malta and Gozo, as well as the port city of Tripoli in North Africa, as a fiefdom. The emperor’s motivations varied, but most historians ... Read more

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After being forced out of Rhodes by the Ottomans in the early 16th century, the Knights Hospitaller spent seven years residing in Sicily without an official home or garrison, but around 1530, Holy Roman Emperor Charles V decided to gift the order the islands of Malta and Gozo, as well as the port city of Tripoli in North Africa, as a fiefdom. The emperor’s motivations varied, but most historians
... Read more
Legends of the West: The Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

by Charles River Editors ...

*Includes pictures of important people, places, and events. .*Explains the origins of the Gunfight and the controversial details that continue to be debated today.*Includes witness accounts and newspaper accounts of the gunfight. *Includes a Bibliography for further reading. “The 26th of October, 1881, will always be marked as one of the crimson days in the annals of Tombstone, a day when blood ... Read more

$2.99 CAD

*Includes pictures of important people, places, and events. .*Explains the origins of the Gunfight and the controversial details that continue to be debated today.*Includes witness accounts and newspaper accounts of the gunfight. *Includes a Bibliography for further reading. “The 26th of October, 1881, will always be marked as one of the crimson days in the annals of Tombstone, a day when blood
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The Most Influential Catholic Saints: The Lives and Legacies of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Ignatius of Loyola

by Charles River Editors ...

*Includes historic artwork depicting the saints and important people, places, and events in their lives.*Comprehensively covers the Orders founded by Francis and Ignatius, as well as the theology and philosophy espoused by Thomas.*Includes a bibliography on each saint for further reading. *Includes a Table of ContentsA lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of historys most influential ... Read more

$7.04 CAD

*Includes historic artwork depicting the saints and important people, places, and events in their lives.*Comprehensively covers the Orders founded by Francis and Ignatius, as well as the theology and philosophy espoused by Thomas.*Includes a bibliography on each saint for further reading. *Includes a Table of ContentsA lot of ink has been spilled covering the lives of historys most influential
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The World's Greatest Civilizations: The History and Culture of the Inca

by Charles River Editors ...

*Includes over 25 pictures of important people, places, and events, including Macchu Picchu, Inca ruins, Inca clothing, and more. *Describes the everyday life, religion, architecture and cities of the Inca Empire*Includes a Table of ContentsDuring the Age of Exploration, Native American tribes fell victim to European conquerors seeking legendary cities made of gold and other riches, attempts that ... Read more

$4.22 CAD

*Includes over 25 pictures of important people, places, and events, including Macchu Picchu, Inca ruins, Inca clothing, and more. *Describes the everyday life, religion, architecture and cities of the Inca Empire*Includes a Table of ContentsDuring the Age of Exploration, Native American tribes fell victim to European conquerors seeking legendary cities made of gold and other riches, attempts that
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Anunnaki, The: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Mesopotamian Deities

Soviet Invasion of Hungary in 1956, The: The History and Legacy of the Hungarian Uprising and the Military Operations That Put It Down

Errol Flynn and Tyrone Power: The Lives and Careers of Hollywood’s Favorite Swashbucklers

Japanese Invasion of Manchuria and the Rape of Nanking, The

Knights Hospitaller, The: The History and Legacy of the Medieval Catholic Military Order

Stagecoaches and Wagons: The History of Overland Transportation Companies and Methods in 19th Century America

Dead Sea, The: The History and Legacy of the Most Unique Lake in the World

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Great Siege of Malta, The: The History of the Battle for the Mediterranean Island Between the Ottoman Empire and Knights Hospitaller

Legends of the West: The Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The Most Influential Catholic Saints: The Lives and Legacies of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Ignatius of Loyola

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