Captivating History

The revolutions of the late 18th century and early 19th century were fought all over the western world. From America to France to Saint-Domingue, all of the revolutionaries sought the same thing-independence from tyranny. However, the tyranny confronted by the different revolutionaries was different. On the small island of Saint-Domingue, the tyrants were the slave owners, people who not only denied them freedom, but felt justified in killing their...

Discover the Enthralling History of Medieval Christianity Three manuscripts in one audiobook: • Medieval Christianity: A Captivating Guide to Christian History, Starting from the Fall of the Western Roman Empire through the Great Schism and the Crusades to the Reformation • Medieval Knights: A Captivating Guide to the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, Knights Hospitaller, Order of Saint Lazarus, Knights Templar, and Teutonic Knights • The Inquisition:...

¿Sabía que Rusia, como estado unido, no se formó hasta el siglo XVI? Hoy en día, Rusia es el país más grande y uno de los más poblados del mundo. Desde las primeras y primitivas formaciones estatales del siglo IX hasta la creación del primer verdadero zarato de Rusia en 1547, la historia de la Rusia medieval está llena de constantes luchas por el poder, rivalidades personales entre varios príncipes, guerras sangrientas y búsqueda de identidad. Este...

Did you know the American Revolution changed how Britain treated the rest of its colonies? The American Revolution was fought between the Thirteen Colonies and the British Empire. Although most thought the British would win, the colonists overthrew British rule and established their own country. Other people realized the ideals of the American Revolution could be applied to their societies. They also wanted liberty and justice for all. For years,...

For better or worse, the British Empire was the largest empire in human history. Find out how the British cultivated their empire and raised it to magnificent heights. In the Age of Exploration, the British began building an enormous and highly profitable foreign empire. While the British Empire initially lagged behind other European powers such as Spain and Portugal, it still managed to colonize the New World and discover highly-lucrative trade routes. British...

Was the first empire really started by an abandoned orphan who rose to greatness? Was there an empire older and more important than mighty Egypt? There were a few, but the Akkadian Empire, born out of the cradle of civilization, is thought to be the first. And it was a game-changer. Its creation inspired conquerors and other empire-builders throughout history and spawned two world powers. Its epics, legends, and beliefs influence religions and cultures...

Explore the captivating history of the Culper Ring! Spying and warfare have always gone hand-in-hand. From Julius Caesar to modern generals, we have accounts of commanders covertly gathering information about their opponents, ensuring they have the intelligence they need to conduct a war. George Washington was not late to realize he needed a spy ring to defeat the British in the American Revolution. So, the Culper Ring was created, and their work...

¿Sabía usted que una oscura familia de pastores de ovejas y fabricantes de lana de la región italiana de la Toscana pasó de tener unos orígenes humildes a convertirse en una de las familias más ricas e influyentes de todos los tiempos? Conozca a la familia Médici, que, en cierto modo, puede considerarse los padrinos del Renacimiento. Patrocinaron a Miguel Ángel, Leonardo da Vinci y Sandro Botticelli, entre otros muchos artistas famosos. Ayudaron...

Probablemente haya oído hablar de «las siete maravillas del mundo antiguo». Pero, ¿cuánto sabe realmente? El mundo antiguo albergó algunas de las mayores civilizaciones de la historia. Los egipcios, los griegos, los babilonios y otros pueblos quisieron dejar su huella en la historia para que otros recordaran su grandeza. ¿Y qué mejor manera de explorar esa grandeza que examinar algunas de las mayores maravillas que el mundo ha conocido? La...

Dive into the tides of history: Unravel the epic story of the Battle of Lepanto! Are you fascinated by the transformative battles that have shaped our world? The Battle of Lepanto is a thrilling voyage to one of history's most pivotal naval confrontations. This audiobook isn't just about a battle; it's a compelling narrative weaving together military innovation, intense diplomacy, and the birth of cultural masterpieces. Inside this audiobook,...