Non-Fiction Audiobooks

Amazing People of Australia - Volume 1: Inspirational Stories

Australia has developed to become a model multi-ethnic society. In this collection of life stories from The Amazing People Club, you can gain an insight into how some amazing Australians set the scene and contributed to the country we fondly refer to as Downunder. Embark on a thrilling flight of discovery with Charles Kingsford Smith. His courage, competitive spirit and daring sense of adventure led to him being regarded as one of the highest achievers in the history of aviation. Be inspired by the entrepreneurial talent of James Harrison who invented the refrigerator which has become a necessity in our homes of today. Be captivated by the tumultuous events in the life of Nellie Melba, a self-driven diva who achieved great success and became one of Australia's most celebrated sopranos of all time. Meet these and several other amazing Australians who in their own unique ways, seized opportunities that led to great successes. Each story comes to life through BioViews®. These are short biographical narratives, similar to interviews. They provide an easy way of learning about amazing people who made major contributions and changed our world.

Charles Margerison (Author), Charles Margerison (Narrator)

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Amazing People of Russia - Volume 1: Inspirational Stories

Russia is the largest country in the world and covers more than one eighth of the globe's inhabited land mass. So, it stands to reason that it has been home to many amazing people. The Amazing People Club takes you on a virtual historical journey into the lives of some of these inspirational contributors to this nation. Famous for her many lovers, Catherine the Great was also a strong leader who inspired loyalty and respect rather than fear and oppression - indeed she did not do things in a traditional manner. Orbit the earth with Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space at the age of 27. Be swept away by the composer of such masterpieces as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky, who led a somewhat troubled life despite achieving immense success. Also, meet Vasili Mitrokhin and Ivan Pavlov. Their stories are monumental and brought to life in this fascinating title. Each story comes to life through BioViews®. These are short biographical narratives, similar to interviews. They provide an easy way of learning about amazing people who made major contributions and changed our world.

Charles Margerison (Author), Charles Margerison (Narrator)

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No crezcas nunca

Una historia irresistible y un mensaje al puro estilo de Roald Dahl: no crezcas nunca, aunque te hagas mayor. Existe un secreto que debes saber sobre lo que pasa cuando empiezas a crecer... Mira el mundo con ojos brillantes, nota dónde está la magia abundante, cuestiónalo todo siempre bastante… ¡Rompe los moldes! ¡Sé extravagante!

Roald Dahl (Author), Beto Castillo (Narrator)

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Paiute Princess: The Story of Sarah Winnemucca

Born into the Northern Paiute tribe of Nevada in 1844, Sarah Winnemucca straddled two cultures: the traditional life of her people, and the modern ways of her grandfather's white friends. Sarah was smart and good at languages, so she was able to link the worlds. As she became older, this made her a great leader. Sarah used condemning letters, fiery speeches, and her autobiography, "Life Among the Piutes, "to provide detailed accounts of her people's turmoil through years of starvation, unjust relocations, and violent attacks. With sweeping illustrations and extensive backmatter, including hand-drawn maps, a chronology, archival photographs, an author's notes, and additional resource information, Deborah Kogan Ray offers a remarkable look at an underrepresented historical figure.

Deborah Kogan Ray (Author), Angela Lin, Christina Moore (Narrator)

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Julie Andrews' Treasury for All Seasons: Poems and Songs to Celebrate the Year

A vast array of poems old and new joyously celebrates each special day of the year, telling of New Year's resolutions, Valentine's Day love, Easter parades, Fourth of July fireworks, and more. From the cold of winter to the new hope of spring, the brisk fall to the steamy summer, Caldecott Honor illustrator Marjorie Priceman's vibrant watercolor paintings ring in every month of the year, bringing each season to joyful life. Featuring verse from favorites like Walt Whitman, Jack Prelutsky, and Langston Hughes and poetic lyrics from the likes of Cole Porter and Oscar Hammerstein, plus heartfelt introductions by Julie Andrews describing favorite family holiday moments, this is the perfect collection for families to share together.

Emma Walton Hamilton, Julie Andrews (Author), Authors, Emma Walton Hamilton, Julie Andrews, S (Narrator)

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Ballet for Martha

In 1944 the modern American ballet Appalachian Spring premiered at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The collaborators behind the performance anxiously awaited the critical response to their artistic achievement: would the world understand what they had done? In Ballet for Martha, the journey to this stage and the success shared among choreographer Martha Graham, composer Aaron Copland and artist Isamu Noguchi is expressively captured by acclaimed children's book authors Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan. Together they tell the exceptional story of the collaborative efforts behind the creation of Appalachian Spring. Martha Graham, famous American dancer and pioneering choreographer, ignited the process with her innovative dance routines and desire to create a ballet that would represent America. With Martha's spirit and choreography in mind, Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Aaron Copland built upon the melodies of an old Shaker hymn to create the original score. He titled it simply Ballet for Martha. Upon Martha's request, artist Isamu Noguchi created the stage design for the ballet, using a simple and angular style that reflected the movements of Martha's choreography. This story, first chronicled in the award-winning book, is now brought to life in an original audiobook production by Brilliance Audio. Acclaimed actress Sarah Jessica Parker captures the voices and emotions of Martha Graham, Aaron Copland, and Isamu Noguchi as they work together to produce the dance, score, and set of this beloved American ballet. Accompanying the narration is a full performance by the Seattle Symphony of the very score which fueled and inspired the ballet. Listeners will be delighted by the layered collaborations brought together in this audio production. From the three trail-blazing artists who labored to capture America through lyrical movement, lilting melody, and avant-garde design, to the literary, vocal, and orchestral talents of today, Ballet for Martha is a beautiful, musical journey for listeners of all ages.

Jan Greenberg, Sandra Jordan (Author), Sara Paretsky, Sarah Jessica Parker, Seattle Symphony, The Seattle Symphony Conducted By Gerard Schwarz (Narrator)

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Flesh and Blood So Cheap: The Triangle Fire and Its Legacy

On March 25, 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York City burst into flames. The factory was crowded. The doors were locked to ensure workers stay inside. One hundred forty-six people - mostly women - perished; it was one of the most lethal workplace fires in American history until September 11, 2001. But the story of the fire is not the story of one accidental moment in time. It is a story of immigration and hard work to make it in a new country, as Italians and Jews and others traveled to America to find a better life. It is the story of poor working conditions and greedy bosses, as garment workers discovered the endless sacrifices required to make ends meet. It is the story of unimaginable, but avoidable, disaster. And it the story of the unquenchable pride and activism of fearless immigrants and women who stood up to business, got America on their side, and finally changed working conditions for our entire nation, initiating radical new laws we take for granted today. With Flesh and Blood So Cheap, Albert Marrin has crafted a gripping, nuanced, and poignant account of one of America's defining tragedies.

Albert Marrin (Author), John H. Mayer (Narrator)

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Titanic: Voices From the Disaster

EARLY MORNING ON APRIL 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic, on her glorious maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, sank after striking an iceberg in the North Atlantic. Thus the ship declared to be unsinkable was lost in one of the most infamous tragedies in history. Even now, a century later, the events surrounding the Titanic continue to haunt and intrigue us. Critically acclaimed author Deborah Hopkinson weaves together the voices of Titanic survivors and witnesses to the disaster to bring the horrors of that terrible night to life. There's nine-year-old Frankie Goldsmith; Violet Jessop, a young stewardess; Jack Thayer, an American high school senior; Colonel Archibald Gracie, a well-to-do gentleman; William Murdoch, a brave seaman; Charlotte Collyer, a young mother on her way to start a new life; and many others. Their recollections are filled with heart-stopping action, devastating drama, and fascinating historical details.

Deborah Hopkinson (Author), , Mark Bramhall, Peter Altschuler, Various, Various Readers (Narrator)

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The Wheels on the Bus and Other Children's Songs: 22 Fun Songs!

A fun collection of all-time favorite songs for everyone to enjoy...and join in with! The Wheels on the Bus includes: The Wheels on the Bus, Baa Baa Black Sheep, If Your Happy and You Know It, Do Your Ears Hang Low, Skip to My Lou, Hickory Dickory Dock, Itsy Bitsy Spider/Jack and Jill, I'm a Little Teapot, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Bingo, Hush, Little Baby, Where, Oh Where Has My Little Dog Gone, Old MacDonald, The Muffin Man, A Tiskit A Tasket, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Row, Row Your Boat, Oh, Susanna, The Farmer in the Dell, Knick Knack Paddy Whack, ABC, and Head Shoulders Knees and Toes. Performed by Susan Boyce and Brian Jones. Music arranged and performed by Will Sibilia.

AudioGo (Author), Brian Jones, Susan Boyce (Narrator)

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The Wheels on the Bus Holiday Songs: Favorite Preschool Holiday Songs

Join in and sing along with a host of much-loved holiday songs. The Wheels on the Bus Holiday Songs includes: We Three Kings, Deck the Halls, Up On the Housetop, I Saw Three Ships, Jingle Bells, Joy to the World, Away in a Manager, The First Noel, Over the River and Through the Woods, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Oh, Christmas Tree, Twas the Night Before Christmas, and Jolly Old St. Nicholas. Performed by Susan Boyce and Brian Jones, with Laura Almeida and Nate Grant. Music arranged and performed by Will Sibilia. Additional Music by John Cooke.

AudioGo, Various Authors (Author), Brian Jones, Susan Boyce, Various (Narrator)

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More

A fun collection of songs and rhymes for everyone to enjoy and join in with! More "The Wheels on the Bus" includes: The Wheels on the Bus, Down at the Station, One, Two, Buckle My Shoe, The Big Ship Sails on the Alley Alley Oh, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Once I Caught a Fish Alive, Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary, Pat-a-Cake, Hey Diddle Diddle, Miss Polly Had a Dolly, Simple Simon, The Bear Went Over the Mountain, Froggy Went A' Courting, Ten in the Bed, Peter Hammers With One Hammer, I Jump Out of Bed, Polly Put the Kettle On, Little Bo Peep, Wee Willie Winkie, I Hear Thunder, I Hear Thunder, and If All The World Were Apple Pie. Songs performed by Mark Meadows, Deryn Edwards, Michelle Durler, Robin Fritz, Susan Sheridan, Jimmy Hibbert, Sophie Aldred, and Richard Mitchley. Additional vocals by Dee, Charlotte, and Emily Owen. Music by Bernard Graham Shaw, Steven D. Jones, Glyn M. Owen, and Roger Davis.

AudioGo (Author), Brian Jones, Susan Boyce (Narrator)

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South Sudan

After decades of war, South Sudan became an independent country in 2011. Though its people face struggles as they build their new nation, they do have reason for national pride. Their country contains Bandingilo National Park, which hosts one of the largest annual animal migrations. This title describes the birth of South Sudan and its efforts to create a national identity.

Lisa Owings (Author), Dana Fleming (Narrator)

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