Historical Audiobooks

The Last Bogler

With the plague of bogles in Victorian London barely contained, bogle hunter Alfred Bunce needs all the help he can get. So Ned Roach becomes a bogler"s apprentice, luring child-eating monsters from their lairs just like his friends Jem and Birdie. It"s dangerous work that takes Ned into mysterious and hidden parts of the city. Yet times in London are changing; as the machine age emerges, the very existence of bogles is questioned, and the future of bogling is in jeopardy. And the stakes get even higher for the team of boglers when an old enemy appears-a threat that may be deadlier than any bogle.

Catherine Jinks (Author), Mandy Williams (Narrator)

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My Name is Not Friday

A gorgeously written account of a freeborn black boy sold into slavery during the Civil War; think 12 Years a Slave for young adults. Well-mannered Samuel and his mischievous younger brother Joshua are free black boys living in an orphanage during the end of the Civil War. Samuel takes the blame for Joshua's latest prank, and the consequence is worse than he could ever imagine. He's taken from the orphanage to the South, given a new name--Friday--and sold into slavery. What follows is a heartbreaking but hopeful account of Samuel's journey from freedom to captivity, and back again.

Jon Walter (Author), Dion Graham (Narrator)

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A Tiny Piece of Sky

THE SUMMER STORY OF THREE SISTERS, ONE RESTUARANT, AND A (POSSIBLE) GERMAN SPY World War II is coming in Europe. At least that"s what Frankie Baum heard on the radio. But from her small town in Maryland, in the wilting summer heat of 1939, the war is a world away. Besides, there are too many other things to think about: first that Frankie"s father up and bought a restaurant without telling anyone and now she has to help in the kitchen, peeling potatoes and washing dishes, when she"d rather be racing to Wexler"s Five and Dime on her skates. Plus her favorite sister, Joanie Baloney, is away for the summer and hasn"t been answering any of Frankie"s letters. But when some people in town start accusing her father of being a German spy, all of a sudden the war arrives at Frankie"s feet and she can think of nothing else. Could the rumors be true? Frankie has to do some spying of her own to try to figure out her father"s secrets and clear his good name. What she discovers about him surprises everyone, but is nothing compared to what she discovers about the world. In a heartfelt, charming, and insightful novel that is based on true events, Shawn K. Stout weaves a story about family secrets, intolerance, and coming of age that will keep readers guessing until the end. Includes a note read by the author Advance praise forA Tiny Piece of Sky: "Shawn Stout's Frankie Baum is that rare creation: a character so real, so true, we don't just feel we know her-we are her. Irrepressible Frankie meets issues like prejudice and loyalty head on, in a story both highly entertaining and deeply thought-provoking. She may be #3 in her family, but she'll be #1 in the hearts of all who read this book."-Tricia Springstubb, author ofWhat Happened on Fox Street "At turns hilarious, at turns heartbreaking, Shawn Stout"s story shows us the damage that a whisper campaign can do to a family and a community, and at the same time shows us, each of us, a way to find our hearts. Frankie Baum is a hero from a distant time and yet a hero for all times, the kind of hero who never gets old. I loved this book from the very beginning to the very end."-Kathi Appelt, author of the National Book Award finalist and Newbery Honor book The Underneath 'Stout uses an archly chummy direct address at several points, successfully and humorously breaking up tension in this cleareyed look at bad behavior by society....Successfully warmhearted and child-centered.'-Kirkus Reviews From the Compact Disc edition.

Shawn K. Stout (Author), Shawn K. Stout, Tara Sands (Narrator)

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A Child's History of the World

One of the finest history books for children, this well-loved Hillyer classic features stories of world history from prehistoric man through the 20th century, inspiring an appreciation of how events relate to one another.

V. M. Hillyer (Author), Jason Damron (Narrator)

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Felix Frost Time Detective: Ghost Plane

As every respectable scientist knows, messing with the space-time continuum is more trouble than it's worth. That's why Felix Frost, secret child genius, has locked up his time machine for good. Yes, sir. But, when your best friend is an adventure-loving bossy pants and you've got a history project to do. Well, that changes things. When Missy and Felix visit Bill Hudson, Missy's great grandfather, to ask him about his years as a pilot in WW2, he tells them the story of the ghost plane: a fighter jet that went out on a routine mission, and when it came back, its pilot had vanished. Join Felix, Missy and Einstein as they dust off the time machine to travel back to England, 1943. Can they solve the mystery of the ghost plane without getting caught out as time travellers? Or worse, spies! (P)2016 WF Howes Ltd

Eleanor Hawken (Author), Lee Maxwell Simpson (Narrator)

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Radioactive!: How Irene Curie and Lise Meitner Revolutionized Science and Changed the World

The fascinating, little-known story of how two brilliant female physicists' groundbreaking discoveries led to the creation of the atomic bomb. In 1934, IrEne Curie, working with her husband and fellow scientist, Frederic Joliot, made a discovery that would change the world: artificial radioactivity. This breakthrough allowed scientists to modify elements and create new ones by altering the structure of atoms. Curie shared a Nobel Prize with her husband for their work. But when she was nominated to the French Academy of Sciences, the academy denied her admission and voted to disqualify all women from membership. Four years later, Curie's breakthrough led physicist Lise Meitner to a brilliant leap of understanding that unlocked the secret of nuclear fission. Meitner's unique insight was critical to the revolution in science that led to nuclear energy and the race to build the atom bomb, yet her achievement was left unrecognized by the Nobel committee in favor of that of her male colleague. Radioactive! presents the story of two women breaking ground in a male-dominated field, scientists still largely unknown despite their crucial contributions to cutting-edge research, in a nonfiction narrative that reads with the suspense of a thriller. Photographs and sidebars illuminate and clarify the science in the book.

Winifred Conkling (Author), Andrea Gallo (Narrator)

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The Case of Girl in Grey

This history-mystery series continues with another fine display of brains and bravery from the Wollstonecraft Girls Ada Bryon Lovelace and Mary Shelley. Inspired fun for middle grade readers and fans of The Mysterious Benedict Society and Lemony Snicket! The Wollstonecraft Detective Agency was supposed to be a secret constabulary, but after the success of their first case, all of London knows that Lady Ada and Mary are the girls to go to if you have a problem. Their new case is a puzzle indeed. It involves a horrible hospital, a missing will, a hasty engagement, and a suspiciously slippery servant. But Mary s stumbled onto a mystery of her own. She spotted a ghostly girl in a grey gown dashing through the park. A girl who is the spitting image of their new client. The two cases must be linked . . . or else there s a perfectly supernatural explanation."

Jordan Stratford (Author), Nicola Barber (Narrator)

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Die Zeitdetektive. Der Betrüger von Lübeck. Ein Krimi aus der Zeit der Hanse [26]

Lübeck - 1400 nach Christus. Der angesehene Kaufmann Veckinchusen wird auf offener Straße überfallen, sein Warenlager ausgeraubt. Wer will ihn ruinieren? Die Zeitdetektive finden heraus, dass rivalisierenden Kaufleuten alles zuzutrauen ist. Julian, Kim und Leon reisen auf den Spuren von Verbrechern durch die Zeit. Doch die Zeitreisen sind alles andere als ungefährlich... Das gleichnamige Buch ist im Ravensburger Buchverlag erschienen.

Fabian Lenk (Author), Stephan Schad (Narrator)

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Die Zeitdetektive. Das Auge der Nofretete. Ein Krimi aus dem alten Ägypten [25]

Ägypten - 1356 vor Christus. Der Pharao Echnaton und seine schöne Frau Nofretete sind in höchster Gefahr! Wer trachtet ihnen nach dem Leben? Die Zeitdetektive haben den Künstler im Verdacht, der Nofretetes berühmte Büste fertigte. Julian, Kim und Leon reisen auf den Spuren von Verbrechern durch die Zeit. Doch die Zeitreisen sind alles andere als ungefährlich... Das gleichnamige Buch ist im Ravensburger Buchverlag erschienen.

Fabian Lenk (Author), Stephan Schad (Narrator)

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Die Zeitdetektive. Der Fluch der Wikinger. Ein Krimi aus der Zeit der Drachenkrieger [24]

Europäisches Nordmeer - 985 nach Christus: Die Wikinger um Erik den Roten werden auf offener See angegriffen. Will jemand verhindern, dass sie Grönland erobern? Die Zeitdetektive ermitteln und gehen beinah Eriks größtem Feind ins Netz. Stephan Schad zieht den Hörer mit geheimnisvoller Stimme in den Bann der Geschichte. Julian, Kim und Leon reisen auf den Spuren von Verbrechern durch die Zeit. Doch die Zeitreisen sind alles andere als ungefährlich ... Das gleichnamige Buch ist im Ravensburger Buchverlag erschienen.

Fabian Lenk (Author), Stephan Schad (Narrator)

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Die Zeitdetektive. Geheime Zeichen in Pompeji. Ein Krimi aus der Zeit der Römer [27]

80 vor Christus - Pompeji wird römische Kolonie. Doch damit sind nicht alle Bewohner einverstanden. Eine Verschwörung ist im Gange: Anschläge auf die römische Führungselite erschüttern die Stadt. Die Zeitdetektive sind den Attentätern dicht auf den Fersen und geraten dabei selbst in höchste Gefahr. Julian, Kim und Leon reisen auf den Spuren von Verbrechern durch die Zeit. Doch die Zeitreisen sind alles andere als ungefährlich... Das gleichnamige Buch ist im Ravensburger Buchverlag erschienen.

Fabian Lenk (Author), Stephan Schad (Narrator)

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Die Zeitdetektive. Hannibal, Herr der Elefanten. Ein Krimi aus der Zeit der Römer [23]

In den Alpen - 218 vor Christus: Hannibal, der Karthager, will Rom unterwerfen und dazu müssen ihm seine Truppen durchs Gebirge folgen. Als sie von unheimlichen Wolfsmenschen angegriffen werden, nehmen die Zeitdetektive mitten in Eis und Schnee die Ermittlungen auf. Stephan Schad zieht den Hörer mit geheimnisvoller Stimme in den Bann der Geschichte. Julian, Kim und Leon reisen auf den Spuren von Verbrechern durch die Zeit. Doch die Zeitreisen sind alles andere als ungefährlich ... Das gleichnamige Buch ist im Ravensburger Buchverlag erschienen.

Fabian Lenk (Author), Stephan Schad (Narrator)

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