Historical Audiobooks

Winston Churchill

When Adolf Hitler began raising his army, one of the first people who sounded the alarm was Winston Churchill. After France fell to Hitler, Churchill held strong and worked to build up his army. Time and time again, Hitler offered a peace deal to Churchill in hopes that Churchill would leave him alone and back out of the war. Each time Churchill refused, knowing that it was a danger to let Hitler take over Europe.

Wendy Conklin (Author), Teacher Created Materials (Narrator)

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Dinosaurs

Readers love our dinosaur books! Learn what the dinosaurs ate, how large the dinosaurs were, when they lived and more.

Richard M. Gaines (Author), Alice Rea (Narrator)

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Vanajaveden hirviö

Vanajaveden syvyyksissä odottaa uusi arvoitus… Kauhistuttava hirviö on nähty Vanajavedessä, ja Karlbergin kartanoa isännöivältä everstiltä on varastettu mittaamattoman arvokas pääsiäismuna. Myös salaperäiset mustat kissat piinaavat Hämeenlinnaa. Ei ihme, että Aavehevosen arvoituksen ratkaisseet Apassit kutsutaan hätiin. Jo ennen junamatkaa eräs Apassi katoaa. Pian maineikas murtovaras pakenee vankilasta. Apassien vierailusta muodostuu vauhdikas seikkailu, joka muistetaan paikkakunnalla pitkään. Apassit on jännittävä lasten etsiväsarja, jossa ratkotaan salaperäisiä tapauksia noin vuonna 1910. Apasseihin kuuluvat Heikki, Otto, Erik ja Samuli sekä Heikin kaksossisaret Elli ja Nelli. Hämeenlinnassa Apassit saavat joukkoihinsa uuden jäsenen… Kirjasarjan historialliset puitteet tempaavat kaikenikäiset kuuntelijat kiehtovaan seikkailuun menneeseen maailmaan. Tapani Bagge on huumorilla höystetyn jännityksen ja vauhdikkaiden tarinankäänteiden mestari. Tämä yhden miehen tarinatehdas tuottaa parhaimmillaan useamman kirjan vuodessa. Monipuoliseen ja palkittuun tuotantoon lukeutuu niin lasten kuin aikuisten romaaneja, kuunnelmia, näytelmiä sekä tv- ja elokuvakäsikirjoituksia.

Tapani Bagge (Author), Konsta Laakso (Narrator)

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Homo habilis: The History of the Archaic Hominins and Their Use of Stone Tools

One of the earliest species of the genus Homo to be discovered is Homo habilis, which basically means “handy man.” The name comes from the belief at the time of its discovery that this species was the first to start using stone tools. The first fossils to be uncovered in Olduvai Gorge were from the same stratigraphic layer as simple stone tools. Fossils of the crania and postcranial skeleton for this species have been found in both eastern and southern Africa and date to around 2.5–1.6 million years ago. Given the gradual changes that take place in evolution, Homo habilis shares a number of characteristics that are similar to the genus Australopithecus, such as in the postcranial elements. That said, the size and shape of the Homo habilis skull are markedly different. The size of the brain is much larger relative to the size of the body, being around 680 cc. In order to house a larger brain, the skull features a more vertical frontal bone, creating a more vertical forehead. The brow ridges that sit on the lower portion of the frontal bone are also reduced in size. Other reductions in the face include reduced prognathism and a reduction in the size of the premolars and molars. Postcranial elements display clear signs of bipedalism, such as the large toe being in line with the other toes instead being off to the side as they are in modern apes. Furthermore, the arches of the foot are present, allowing the full weight of the body to be supported and act as a shock absorber when walking. The leg bones are also longer than in Australopithecus, but Homo habilis retained long arms. Other primitive features include hand and finger bones that would have made climbing in the trees easier. The robustness of the finger bones is more comparable to those of modern apes than humans.

Charles River Editors (Author), Colin Fluxman (Narrator)

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Ancient Mythology: Captivating Stories, Magic, Mystery & Legendary Myths of The World Throughout His

A Treasure Trove of Intrigue, Drama & Passion Ancient Mythology is the foundation of The World. Every civilization and culture has its own myths, legends, and heroic acts that define them.  Myths tell the stories of our ancestors and the origins of The World. Stories that have been formed by people from all over the Earth, throughout all of the time. All over the world, there are marvelous stories, stories that once upon a time were believed to be true but are today limited to the sphere of ancient myths and legends.  Did you know that many consumer products get their names from Greek mythology?  Nike sneakers are the namesake of the goddess of victory and the website Amazon is named after the race of mythical female warriors. Many high schools, college and professional sports teams (Titans, Spartans, and Trojans, for instance) also get their names from mythological sources. Escape from everyday life to the timeless tales of Ancient Mythology. From the earliest known myth, the Epic of Gilgamesh to the Heavenly Journey of Ra, the Mythical Realms of Chinese Mythology, and much, much more.  Uncover, what we believe, is one of the most important pieces of knowledge we can ever acquire as human beings – our beginnings.  In this book you will discover: - Mythical Animals, Demons and Monsters - Natural Phenomena Inspiring Myths - The Major Figures of Greek mythology - The Sphinx, A Creature with the Body of a Lion and the Head of a Human - Common Elements Across Ancient Mythologies - Egyptian Gods, Goddesses and Pharaohs - The Epic of Gilgamesh - The Most Famous Celtic Myths - The Hundred-handed Ones - The Most Famous Sumerian Myths - Aztec Mythology - Chinese Mythology And Much, much more. Don't miss out on this captivating world of Ancient Mythology.

Sofia Visconti (Author), Cameron Scriven (Narrator)

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In Harm's Way: JFK, World War II, and the Heroic Rescue of PT109

A thrilling true survival story that follows one of America's most beloved presidents, John F. Kennedy, as he fought to save his crew after a deadly shipwreck in the Pacific during World War II. In September 1941, young Jack Kennedy was appointed an Ensign in the U.S. Naval Reserve. After completing training and eager to serve, he volunteered for combat duty in the Pacific and was appointed commander of PT 109. On August 2, 1943, Kennedy's PT 109 and two others were on a night mission to ambush an enemy supply convoy when they were surprised by a massive Japanese destroyer. The unsuspecting Americans had only seconds to react as the Japanese captain turned his ship to ram directly into Kennedy's. PT 109 was cut in half by the collision, killing two of Kennedy's 12 crewmen and wounding several others in the explosion. In Harm's Way tells the gripping story of what happened next as JFK fought to save his surviving crew members who found themselves adrift in enemy waters.

Iain Martin (Author), Dan Bittner (Narrator)

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The Greatest Treasure Hunt in History: The Story of the Monuments Men

Robert M. Edsel, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Monuments Men, brings this story to young readers for the first time in a sweeping, dynamic adventure detailing history's greatest treasure hunt. As the most destructive war in history ravaged Europe, many of the world's most cherished cultural objects were in harm's way. The Greatest Treasure Hunt in History recounts the astonishing true story of 11 men and one woman who risked their lives amidst the bloodshed of World War II to preserve churches, libraries, monuments, and works of art that for centuries defined the heritage of Western civilization. As the war raged, these American and British volunteers -- museum curators, art scholars and educators, architects, archivists, and artists, known as the Monuments Men -- found themselves in a desperate race against time to locate and save the many priceless treasures and works of art stolen by Adolf Hitler and the Nazis.

Robert M. Edsel (Author), Robert M. Edsel (Narrator)

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Indelible Ann: The Larger-Than-Life Story of Governor Ann Richards

A folksy, larger-than-life picture book biography about Ann Richards, the late governor of Texas who has inspired countless women in politics today. Dorothy Ann Willis hailed from a small Texas town, but early on she found her voice and the guts to use it. During her childhood in San Diego and her high school years back in Texas (when she dropped the 'Dorothy'), Ann discovered a spark and passion for civic duty. It led her all the way to Washington, DC, where she, along with other girls from around the country, learned about the business of politics. Fast forward to Ann taking on the political boys' club: she became county commissioner, then state treasurer, and finally governor of Texas. In this stunning picture book biography, full of vim, vigor, and folksy charm, two Texan creators take us through the life of the legendary 'big mouth, big hair' governor of Texas, a woman who was inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt, and in turn became an inspiration to Hillary Clinton and countless others.

Meghan P. Browne (Author), Cassandra Campbell (Narrator)

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She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds! In this chapter book biography by Meg Medina, the award-winning author of Merci Suarez Changes Gears and Mango, Abuela, and Me, readers learn about the amazing life of Sonia Sotomayor--and how she persisted. Sonia Sotomayor is the first Latina Supreme Court Justice in the history of the United States, but her road there wasn't easy. She overcame many challenges along the way, including a diagnosis of diabetes at age seven. But she didn't let that stop her from achieving her dream and inspiring children all over the world to work hard and believe in themselves. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Sonia Sotomayor's footsteps and make a difference! Praise for She Persisted: Sonia Sotomayor: 'Engaging and accessible . . . The compelling story of an inspirational role model.' --Kirkus Reviews 'This would be a good title for a unit on pioneering women or Latinx individuals. An engaging read for elementary classrooms and a welcome addition to library biography sections.' --School Library Journal

Chelsea Clinton, Meg Medina (Author), Chelsea Clinton, Frankie Corzo (Narrator)

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The Thing I'm Most Afraid Of

A new middle-grade tale from critically acclaimed, award-winning author Kristin Levine about facing your fears, set in Vienna during the Bosnian genocide. Most twelve-year-olds would be excited to fly to Austria to see their dad for the summer but then Becca is not most twelve-year-olds. Suffering from severe anxiety, she fears that the metal detectors at the airport will give her cancer and the long international flight will leave her with blood clots. Luckily, she's packed her Doomsday Journal, the one thing that always seems to help. By writing down her fears and what to do if the worst happens, Becca can get by without (many) panic attacks. Routines and plans help Becca cope but living in a new country is full of the unexpected--including Becca's companions for the summer. Like Felix, the short and bookish son of Becca's dad's new girlfriend. Or Sara, the nineteen-year-old Bosnian refugee tasked with watching the two of them for the summer. As Becca explores Vienna and becomes close to her new friends, she soon learns she is not alone in her fears. What matters most is what you do when faced with them.

Kristin Levine (Author), Chelsea Kwoka (Narrator)

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The Swallows' Flight

From the Costa Award-winning author Hilary McKay, comes a moving WWII story of family and friendship on opposite sides of a devastating conflict. The Swallows' Flight is the stunning companion novel to The Skylarks' War. Erik and Hans are German boys. Ruby and Kate are English girls. They grow up in worlds that would never meet, until war tumbles their lives together. Then one September afternoon there are choices to be made. How is courage lost, and found? Who is really the enemy? And what does friendship truly mean, in the middle of a war? Meanwhile Rupert and Clarry work secretly for peace – and a brighter future for them all . . .

Hilary McKay (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist

Winner of the American Library Association's 2021 Asian/Pacific American Award for Best Picture Book! An inspiring picture-book biography of animator Tyrus Wong, the Chinese American immigrant responsible for bringing Disney's Bambi to life. Before he became an artist named Tyrus Wong, he was a boy named Wong Geng Yeo. He traveled across a vast ocean from China to America with only a suitcase and a few papers. Not papers for drawing--which he loved to do--but immigration papers to start a new life. Once in America, Tyrus seized every opportunity to make art, eventually enrolling at an art institute in Los Angeles. Working as a janitor at night, his mop twirled like a paintbrush in his hands. Eventually, he was given the opportunity of a lifetime--and using sparse brushstrokes and soft watercolors, Tyrus created the iconic backgrounds of Bambi. Julie Leung and Chris Sasaki perfectly capture the beautiful life and work of a painter who came to this country with dreams and talent--and who changed the world of animation forever.

Julie Leung (Author), Feodor Chin (Narrator)

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