Historical Audiobooks

Crazy Horse and Custer: Born Enemies

In 1876, Lakota chief Crazy Horse helped lead his people's resistance against the white man's invasion of the northern Great Plains. One of the leaders of the US military forces was Army Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer. The men had long been enemies. At the height of the war, when tribalism had reached its peak, they crossed paths for the last time. In this action-packed double biography, S. D. Nelson draws fascinating parallels between Crazy Horse and Custer, two men whose lives were intertwined. These warriors were alike in many ways, yet they often collided in deadly rivalry. Witness reports and reflections by their peers and enemies accompany side-by-side storytelling that offers very different perspectives on the same historical events. The two men's opposing destinies culminated in the infamous Battle of the Greasy Grass, as the Lakota called it, or the Battle of the Little Bighorn, as it was called by the Euro-Americans.

S. D. Nelson (Author), Courage, Eric G. Dove (Narrator)

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Timelines from Indian History: The Chronicle of a Republic

Explore the rich and complex history of the world's largest democracy, its people and dynasties through visual timelines Learn about the history of India through a treasure trove of vibrant timelines packed with information on famous people and key events. Take a journey of the history of the Indian subcontinent from prehistory to the colonial period and the modern era through more than 80 brilliant timelines. Timelines from Indian History navigates the history of India, through the formation of kingdoms, the establishment of empires, the struggle for Independence, and the emergence of a vibrant democracy and republic. Through this journey, the reader will meet the personalities who shaped India's history, culture, and society. They will learn of the events that shaped the country as we know it today, from the formation of the Mahajanapadas, the first great empire, and the Revolt of 1857, to the first elections and the scientific discoveries that put India on the international map. It will also document the histories of those who have traditionally been excluded from the mainstream narrative. Packed with stories, profiles, and facts, Timelines from Indian History is a treat and promises to be an ideal addition to any history enthusiast and student's library. Dr. Anurima Chanda is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the English Department of Birsa Munda College, North Bengal University. Before this, she was associated with the Centre for Writing and Communication, Ashoka University, where among other things she extensively worked with English Second Language (ESL) students and students with learning disabilities, trying to devise teaching modules according to individual needs. She has completed her PhD on Indian English Children's Literature from JNU. She was a pre-doctoral fellow at the University of Wuerzburg under the DAAD Programme 'A New Passage to India' working under Prof. Isabel Karremann. She is also a literary translator and children's author.

Dk (Author), Sartaj Garewal (Narrator)

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The Hallelujah Lass: A Story Based on the Life of Salvation Army Pioneer Eliza Shirley

Daughters of the Faith: Ordinary Girls Who Lived Extraordinary Lives. As a teenager growing up in nineteenth-century England, Eliza Shirley was the picture of a proper young lady. She loved crinolines, kid-leather gloves, and her best friend, Beck. But Eliza longed for more than an ordinary, middle-class life. The Hallelujah Lass tells the story of how 16-year-old Eliza traveled from England to pioneer the work of the Salvation Army in the United States.

Wendy Lawton (Author), Debi Tinsley (Narrator)

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Let My People Go!: How Moses and Harriet Tubman led their People to Freedom

The story of Moses, epically narrated by the awesome voice of Ron Garner, is the stuff of legend: A Hebrew infant slave slated for death is miraculously saved by an Egyptian queen and adopted into the royal court. One day, Moses discovers his roots as a Hebrew slave. In a botched attempt to come to a fellow Hebrew's aid, Prince Moses kills an Egyptian task master. Word of what he's done travels fast and he goes from prince to a renegade forced to flee into the hostile desert. There he meets a group of people called the Midians. He settles down with them and puts down new roots living as a shepherd. One day Moses encounters a mysterious presence in the desert that claims to be the God of his people. He is instructed to return to Egypt to spearhead the miraculous deliverance of the Hebrews. There will be a showdown of the gods: The Hebrew God 'I AM!' versus the Egyptian gods and their representatives: Moses and Pharaoh. The clash takes place and cosmic disturbances bring Egypt into a state of chaos. Who will prevail? Fast forward thousands of years, cross the Atlantic Ocean and discover Harriet Tubman - a new leader born an African American slave in the mid 19th century. She too was chosen by the very same 'I AM!' God to lead her people to freedom. What does this diminutive African American woman have in common with Moses? As it turns out, A LOT - that's why she was nicknamed 'Moses'! Harriet was a force to be reckoned with. She had a mystical connection to her God and she did what He wanted her to do with absolute confidence. Harriet had an exceptional combination of intelligence, courage and faith. She was was so good at leading slaves on the long and perilous journey to freedom that she never lost a single person under her care. The Great I AM is always looking for new leaders to use to set His people free. Who knows? Maybe He has plans for you!

Joshua Maxwell (Author), Ron Garner (Narrator)

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Stolen Spear - Wolfsong, Book 1 (Unabridged)

The first book in an incredible and unique new series set in the Neolithic age. Wolf has always been an outsider to his community, with his strange dreams and stargazing. When he is saved by a secretive stranger called Crow, he brings her into his village. Some time later, someone breaks into the sacred burial mound and steals a precious spear belonging to a dead healer. Convinced that Crow stole the spear, Wolf is banished by his village to find it. But the world outside the village is harsh and new... will Wolf find the strength he needs to find the spear?

Saviour Pirotta (Author), Joe Jameson (Narrator)

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Whispering Stones - Wolfsong, Book 2 (Unabridged)

Book Two in Saviour Pirotta's Wolfsong trilogy, set in Neolithic Age Britain. Following the events in The Stolen Spear, Wolf has returned to his village, but his life is far from peaceful. Determined to become a shaman, he is gifted a special amulet which gives him seeing dreams: mysterious visions of the future. But Wolf's rivalry with Rain takes a nasty turn and when Moon is poisoned, the village rejects Wolf once again. In order to clear his name, Wolf leaves to guide a sickly Moon to find a cure - but it seems other dangers are following close behind.

Saviour Pirotta (Author), Joe Jameson (Narrator)

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What Was the Great Chicago Fire?

Did the Great Chicago Fire really start after a cow kicked over a lantern in a barn? Find out the truth in this addition to the What Was? series. On Sunday, October 8, 1871, a fire started on the south side of Chicago. A long drought made the neighborhood go up in flames. And practically everything that could go wrong did. Firemen first went to the wrong location. Fierce winds helped the blaze jump the Chicago River twice. The Chicago Waterworks burned down, making it impossible to fight the fire. Finally after two days, Mother Nature took over, with rain smothering the flames. This overview of a stupendous disaster not only covers the fire but explores the whole history of fire fighting.

Janet B. Pascal (Author), Minka Wiltz (Narrator)

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She Persisted: Margaret Chase Smith

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--including Margaret Chase Smith! In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Ruby Shamir, readers learn about the amazing life of Margaret Chase Smith--and how she persisted.    Margaret Chase Smith liked to help people, and she knew she could do that as a member of Congress. She became the first woman to serve in both the House and the Senate, where she supported the space program and more opportunities for women. Her hard work and success helped pave the way for generations of women after her to run for office! Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton and a list of ways that listeners can follow in Margaret Chase Smith's footsteps and make a difference!   And don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted!   Praise for She Persisted: Margaret Chase Smith:   'Gives readers excellent reasons to remember this pioneering woman politician.' --Kirkus Reviews

Chelsea Clinton, Ruby Shamir (Author), Chelsea Clinton, Keylor Leigh (Narrator)

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Mighty Inside

CORETTA SCOTT KING AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR SUNDEE T. FRAZIER WRITES HER MOST PERSONAL, HEARTFELT WORK TO DATE. Melvin Robinson wants a strong, smooth, He-Man voice that lets him say what he wants, when he wants-especially to his crush Millie Takazawa, and Gary Ratliff, who constantly puts him down. But the thought of starting high school is only making his stutter worse. And Melvin's growing awareness that racism is everywhere-not just in the South where a boy his age has been brutally killed by two white men, but also in his own hometown of Spokane-is making him realize that he can't mutely stand by. His new friend Lenny, a fast-talking, sax-playing Jewish boy who lives above the town's infamous (and segregated) Harlem Club, encourages Melvin to take some risks-to invite Millie to Homecoming and even audition for a local TV variety show. When they play music together, Melvin almost feels like he's talking, no words required. But there are times when one needs to speak up. When his moment comes, can Melvin be as mighty on the outside as he actually is on the inside?

Sundee T. Frazier (Author), Kevin R. Free (Narrator)

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What Was Pearl Harbor?

A terrifying attack! On December 7, 1941, Japanese war planes appeared out of nowhere to bomb the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. It was a highly secretive and devastating attack: four battleships sunk, more than two thousand servicemen died, and the United States was propelled into World War II. In a compelling, easy-to-read narrative, children will learn all about a pivotal moment in American history.

Patricia Brennan Demuth (Author), Eric Sharp (Narrator)

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What Was the San Francisco Earthquake?

In this addition to the What Was? series, kids will experience what it was like to be in San Francisco in 1906 when the ground buckled in a major, catastrophic earthquake. One early April morning in 1906, the people of San Francisco were jolted awake by a mammoth earthquake-one that registered 7.8 on the Richter Scale. Not only was there major damage from the quake itself but broken gas lines sparked a fire that ravaged the city for days. More than 500 city blocks were destroyed and over 200,000 people were left homeless. But the city quickly managed to rebuild, rising from the ashes to become the major tourist destination it is today. Here's an exciting recount of an incredible disaster.

Dorothy Hoobler, Thomas Hoobler (Author), Akaina Ghosh (Narrator)

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What Was the Hindenburg?

At 800-feet long, the Hindenburg was the largest airship ever built--just slightly smaller than the Titanic! Also of a disastrous end, the zeppelin burst into flame as spectators watched it attempt to land in Lakehurst, New Jersey on May 6, 1937. In under a minute, the Hindenburg was gone, people jumping from windows to escape. However, only 62 of the 97 crew members and passengers onboard survived. The exact cause of the disaster is still unknown and remains a fascinating historical mystery perfect for this series.

Janet B. Pascal (Author), Lisa Flanagan (Narrator)

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