If you are curious about how the intriguing Toltec civilization started, how the people lived, and how their culture influenced later generations, then pay attention!Precursors to the Aztecs (amazing in their own right), the Toltec people were the pre-columbian Mesoamerican civilization honored for their artisanship and tactile warfare – considered so fierce and respectablel that the Aztecs claimed descendancy from them! How did this empire come to be regarded as t...

Are the Mayans still around?What is the importance of Chichen Itza’s discovery?How did this mighty civilization fall?If you want answers to these intriguing questions, then pay attention…The Mayans created an amazing society, full of surprises that keep us guessing how these people came to be and why – exactly – their civilization fell. Theories abound, archeologic discoveries both ...

If you are curious about how the extraordinary Aztecs lived and ran their empire, then pay attention!The remarkable Aztecs formed a vast, organized empire renown for military prowess, expansive trade, intriguing culture, and ingenious agriculture – all from an island in a swamp. But where was their mysterious homeland of Aztlan? How did they ascend to dominance in the Valley of Mexico?Explore the mesmerizing origins of the Aztecs, discover how a wa...

Scandals, secrets, betrayals, politics, ambitions, romances, fatal attraction, pirates, armadas, and disaster—how much do you really know about the House of Tudor?In recent years, the Tudors have been the subject of books, movies, and television series. Their lives have been dissected and used as entertainment, but how much is fact, and how much is fiction?The Tudor dynasty left a definite mark on the modern world and saw some of the most climatic changes i...

Greek mythology influences us today. For instance, did you know that the famous athletic brand Nike comes from the Greek goddess of victory?Greek mythology has, without a doubt, some of the most well-known legends in the world. Like most people, the Olympians had their fair share of family drama. This audiobook pays strict attention to the genealogy of the Greek gods and the relationships they had with one another, whether they were good, bad, or incestuous.

Do you know the bloody story of the Spanish Civil War and what we need to learn from it to understand today’s world?The Spanish Civil War is more relevant than ever, yet it is not that well known. However, the lessons that we can learn from the war can help us today in our divided world.The Spanish Civil War is seen as a dress rehearsal for WWII. However, few understand its origins, causes, and main battles. Few historians have presented an exciting and eas...

Unlock the secrets of ancient China with 500 interesting facts!Do you want to learn more about ancient China? Look no further than 500 Interesting Facts About Ancient China. This audiobook is packed full of exciting facts and historical information that will captivate listeners. Here’s just a snippet of what you will discover:Over two thousand years of Chinese imperial history, featuring famous emperors like Shi Huangdi and famous philosopher...

How does the Byzantine Empire, which fell in 1453, still apply to us today?Many of us do not know much about the Byzantine Empire; it lived on in the East after the Roman Empire fell, but its one-thousand-year history is full of innovations that have changed how we create art, write laws, and think about our lives today. The Byzantine Empire was a key factor that started the Italian Renaissance and moved Western Europe out of the Middle Ages. Far from being ancient...

Explore the captivating Roman Empire and learn fascinating insights about a crucial period in ancient history.You’ll learn everything from how it started and ended to the emperors and the history of important women often forgotten! If you’ve ever wondered what life was like in the Roman Empire – and the incredible achievements and legacies behind –this is the audiobook for you!History will come alive with fun facts, helpful pronunciation prompts for tricky ...

Boils, religion, and quarantines: Living with the Black Death in the Middle AgesThe Black Death, also known as the bubonic plague, was the worst pandemic in history. The Black Death was almost always fatal, and it took hundreds of years for populations to bounce back. It claimed millions of lives and set the stage for pandemic responses that are still in use today.This audiobook offers a compelling and comprehensive examination of this period and talks abou...

The first transportation wheel, the first writing, the first law codes, and the first empires—the innovative ancient Iraqis transformed our world!The “Cradle of Civilization” brought us the sixty-second minute, the sixty-minute hour, and the twelve-hour day and night. Their brilliant sages predicted solar and lunar eclipses and developed quadratic equations.Ancient Iraq was undeniably a powerhouse of creativity and stunning achievements. Come explore how th...

Two manuscripts in one audiobook:The Persians: An Enthralling Guide to the History of Persia and the Persian EmpireCyrus the Great: The Enthralling Life of the Father of the Persian EmpireIn the first part of this audiobook, you will discover the following:How the Assyrian Empire gave rise to the Medians and then the Achaemenid dynastyThe establishment of the Persian Empire by Cyrus the Great a...