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In the first part of this audiobook, you will discover France’s origins and its prehistory, France’s relations with the Roman Empire, how the French survived the Middle Ages, the French Revolution and the impact it had on society, the Napoleonic Wars, and the changes Napoleon made in France and its colonies.

The audiobook contains two manuscripts: History of the Jews: An Enthralling Guide from Ancient Times to the Present and Ancient Israel: An Enthralling Guide to Jewish Kingdoms and the Israelites.

Inside this tome, we will examine Hellenistic Greece in a way that brings the people to life and puts their decisions up for debate, even two thousand years later. If you’ve ever wondered any of the following, then this audiobook was made for you: Did Cleopatra really marry her brother? What happened to Alexander’s far-reaching empire after his death? Why would Hannibal choose elephants for battle? Where were the mighty Spartans when Rome came knocking?

Stripped of her rights for refusing to assimilate, sixteen-year-old Philadelphia Smyrna escapes Earth’s religious containment camps when her father is summoned to work on Mars. The remote research base seems like a haven of tolerance—until she discovers it’s the same base where her brother mysteriously died two years before. Searching for answers, she stumbles into a hidden lab and uncovers terrifying experiments for an apocalyptic weapon. The scientist in charge has cruel plans for Earth, and he will kill to keep his secret hidden.

Listen to this audiobook now and unlock the door to Europe's magnificent past, vibrant present, and promising future!

Ruling Russia for a little over 300 years, from the 17th to the early 20th centuries, the Romanov tsars, and in rare but unforgettable cases, empresses, dominated the political landscapes of their times and forged one of the most legendary dynasties of all time.

African ideas of how the world began are very different from the story of Genesis. Though the creator god is repeatedly seen as having withdrawn from the world, people often have a very direct and intense relationship with demigods, ancestors, and bush spirits. The entire landscape is permeated by spiritual meanings and inhabited by gods and spirits. While many Africans today formally follow the Christian or Muslim faiths, they often blend these beliefs with traditional lore and rites.

César no fue el único líder militar y político de su época. Y Cleopatra no era la única que dudaba de sus sentimientos hacia Roma. Desde la muerte de Alejandro Magno en adelante, el entorno de Grecia estuvo plagado de guerras civiles, traiciones y puñaladas por la espalda. Si te interesa la historia militar, la política o la arqueología, o simplemente eres un erudito de sillón, has llegado al lugar adecuado. En este libro examinaremos la Grecia Helenística de un modo que da vida a su gente y somete a debate sus decisiones, incluso dos mil años después.

Este libro narra la historia de cómo España consiguió conquistar las Américas en medio siglo, desde finales del 1400 hasta mediados del 1500. Aunque la explotación y la guerra continuaron entre colonizadores y colonizados después de este periodo, las mayores campañas contra los pueblos indígenas se llevaron a cabo en este breve lapso de tiempo, que es el tema central de este libro.

Si es así, ya está familiarizado con el Renacimiento, que supuso un renacimiento de las artes y las ciencias. Se produjeron grandes avances en varios campos y muchos hombres se hicieron un nombre creando obras maestras o desarrollando nuevas teorías, aunque para algunos fueran controvertidas. Esta completa guía profundiza en algunas de las figuras más célebres de la época e incluye algunas que quizá no sean tan conocidas.

Begin learning about the History of India and Indian Mythology today!

According to the ancient writer Arrian, when Alexander attempted to apply proskynesis to his court, his decision was met with massive criticism from both the Macedonians and Greeks. And even when he stopped the practice, the Macedonians continued to witness their king apply a variety of Persian customs in the kingdom. Some said his Persianization played a minor role in his death, while others claimed that he died of natural causes. The sources that tell the story of Alexander often contradict each other, which can be confusing for those hoping to learn about the great king’s eventful life.

Travel back to a thousand years before the Aztecs, when volcanos obliterated cities, impelling the survivors to find a place of safety. These survivors built the largest city in the Americas and one of the world’s top seven megacities. They erected the highest pyramid in Mexico and apartment compounds for 125,000 people. Teotihuacan stood out as Mesoamerica’s leading metropolis from the third to sixth century CE. Its multi-ethnic population developed coast-to-coast trade, extending south to Central America.

3 manuscritos completos en 1 libro: ¡Obtenga este libro ahora para aprender más sobre la antigua Mesopotamia y Egipto y Roma!

Se puede afirmar tal cosa sin temor a equivocarse debido a la larga historia de los estados franceses que han tomado las riendas de la historia mundial. Antes de que existiera Francia propiamente dicha, sus tribus, como los francos, desempeñaban un papel central en los asuntos regionales. Por ejemplo, a medida que el Imperio romano se desmoronaba, los francos se convirtieron en el principal sostén de la seguridad del debilitado Estado romano.

Enthralling History offers a vivid dive into the revolutionary turmoil that changed the world. Discover the fiery spirit of a nation forged in rebellion and the heroes who led the charge toward freedom.

Dive into the captivating world of ancient African civilizations with Ancient African Empires. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike, this audiobook uncovers the rich stories and groundbreaking achievements of Africa’s greatest ancient kingdoms.

For those who are interested in learning about America, this is a great introductory book. It should whet your appetite to learn more. This detailed guide is an easy-to-follow, concise listen providing a comprehensive understanding of America’s roots and how it came to be the superpower it is today. Embark on a riveting journey through the tumultuous era that birthed a nation. The American Revolution. is more than just a history; it's an exploration into the heart and soul of early America, through battlefields, diplomatic strife, and the forging of a new identity.

La Revolución rusa es un ejemplo perfecto de cómo la historia puede reducirse hasta volverse excesivamente pesada y compleja. Para desentrañar la Revolución rusa (de hecho, las revoluciones rusas) hay que empezar por considerar acontecimientos que sucedieron siglos antes de febrero de 1917. Solo así podremos comprender la cantidad de acontecimientos comprimidos en los breves meses del decisivo año 1917.

La antigua Persia: Una apasionante visión del Imperio persa aqueménida. Historia de Irán: Una apasionante panorámica de la historia de Irán, desde los antiguos persas hasta el Irán moderno, pasando por el Imperio persa. Descripciones detalladas de la demografía, cultura y geografía física y política de Irán. Historia de las primeras civilizaciones iraníes anteriores al año 1000 a. C.