History audiobooks

Signs of Survival

By: Renee Hartman & Joshua M. Greene

Narrated by: Rebecca Gibel

Length: 1 hour 33 minutes

Abridged: No

RENEE: I was ten years old then, and my sister was eight. The responsibility was on me to warn everyone when the soldiers were coming because my sister and both my parents were deaf.



I was my family's ears.



Meet Renee and Herta, two sisters who faced the unimaginable—together. This is their true story.



As Jews living in 1940s Czechoslovakia, Renee,... Read more

The Mandate for Mesopotamia and Mandate for Palestine: The History of the Former Ottoman Territories Administered by the British after World War I

By: Charles River Editors

Narrated by: Michelle Humphries

Length: 2 hours 56 minutes

Abridged: No

The United Nations is one of the most famous bodies in the world, and its predecessor, the League of Nations, might be equally notorious. In fact, President Woodrow Wilson’s pet project was controversial from nearly the minute it was conceived. While it would attempt to resolve some territorial disputes, it simply proved too weak to prevent... Read more

The American Film Institute's 5 Greatest Actors

By: Charles River Editors

Narrated by: Mary Rossman

Length: 5 hours 24 minutes

Abridged: No

In 1999, the American Film Institute released its list of the 50 greatest Hollywood stars of the 20th century, and selecting the best actors out of the bunch was certainly a tall task. The competition was so stacked that men like Gary Cooper and John Wayne were not even among the Top 10. So who were the Top 5 men selected by the AFI?One man has... Read more

The Tory’s Wife

By: Cynthia A. Kierner

Narrated by: Kitty Hendrix

Length: 7 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: No

The Spurgin family of North Carolina experienced the cataclysm of the American Revolution in the most dramatic ways—and from different sides. This engrossing book tells the story of Jane Welborn Spurgin, a patriot who welcomed General Nathanael Greene to her home and aided Continental forces while her loyalist husband was fighting for the king... Read more

The Jeffersonians, 1801-1829 (Unabridged)

By: Richard B. Morris

Narrated by: Matthew Mcgowan

Length: 2 hours 32 minutes

Abridged: No

In the tumultuous years following the American Revolution, a new political party emerged, led by Thomas Jefferson and his followers. Known as the Jeffersonians, they championed the ideals of democracy, agrarianism, and limited government. Richard B. Morris's acclaimed work, "The Jeffersonians, 1801-1829," delves into the rise and influence of... Read more

Banksy: A short biography

By: 5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies & George Fritsche

Narrated by: George Fritsche

Length: 5 minutes

Abridged: No

Banksy, most secretive artist of our time: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best! Read more

Von Leif Eriksson bis Roald Amundsen

By: 5 Minuten, 5 Minuten Biografien & Jürgen Fritsche

Narrated by: Jürgen Fritsche

Length: 51 minutes

Abridged: No

Zehn kurze Biografien berühmter Menschen werden präsentiert, das Wichtigste kurz und knapp auf den Punkt gebracht. Unterhaltung und Wissen in einem! Mit dabei: Leif Eriksson, Marco Polo, Amerigo Vespucci, Vasco da Gama, Francis Drake, James Cook, Lewis und Clark, David Livingstone, Fridtjof Nansen, Roald Amundsen. Read more

The Story of Philosophy. Francis Bacon

By: Will Durant

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 2 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Story of Philosophy: Francis Bacon" by Will Durant offers readers a comprehensive exploration of the life and philosophical contributions of Francis Bacon, one of the most influential figures in the development of modern science and philosophy. In this illuminating work, Durant delves into Bacon's upbringing, education, and intellectual... Read more

The Story of Philosophy. Aristotle and Greek Science

By: Will Durant

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 2 hours 11 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Story of Philosophy: Aristotle and Greek Science" by Will Durant offers readers a comprehensive exploration of the life and philosophical contributions of Aristotle, one of history's most influential thinkers, and the broader context of Greek scientific thought. In this insightful work, Durant delves into Aristotle's upbringing, education,... Read more

Bill Gates: Kurzbiografie kompakt

By: 5 Minuten, 5 Minuten Biografien & Jürgen Fritsche

Narrated by: Jürgen Fritsche

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Bill Gates, Gründer von Microsoft und IT-Legende: Leben und Werk in einer Kurzbiografie! Alles, was man wissen muss, kurz und knapp. Infotainment, Bildung und Unterhaltung vom Feinsten! Read more

Van mythen tot Socrates

By: Johan Braeckman

Narrated by: Johan Braeckman

Length: 13 hours 34 minutes

Abridged: No

Dit is deel 1 van de serie Een geschiedenis van de westerse wijsbegeerte en gaat over de periode van 3000 tot 400 v.C. waarin Johan de ontwikkelingen van de wijsbegeerte bespreekt vanaf de oudst bekende mythen en verhalen, de presocratici en sofisten tot en met Socrates, die de gifbeker dronk in 399 v.C. In zijn colleges neemt Johan Braeckman de... Read more

Van Plato tot Sextus Empiricus

By: Johan Braeckman

Narrated by: Johan Braeckman

Length: 26 hours 30 minutes

Abridged: No

Dit is deel 2 van de serie Een geschiedenis van de westerse wijsbegeerte en gaat over de periode van de 4de eeuw v.C. tot de 3de eeuw n.C., waarin filosoof Johan Braeckman uitgebreid ingaat op de levens, werken en filosofie van Plato en Aristoteles. Daarnaast behandelt hij de Hellenistische filosofieën, zoals het cynisme, het epicurisme, het... Read more

Jean-Michel Basquiat: A short biography

By: 5 Minutes, 5 Minute Biographies & George Fritsche

Narrated by: George Fritsche

Length: 5 minutes

Abridged: No

Jean-Michel Basquiat, American artist extraordinaire: Life and work in a short biography! Everything you need to know, brief and concise. Infotainment, education and entertainment at its best! Read more

The Emerald Tablet

By: Dennis William Hauck

Narrated by: Barry Morrison

Length: 13 hours 22 minutes

Abridged: No

The Emerald Tablet—an ancient document that contains the essence of the alchemical teachings—has had an important influence on many Western spiritual and religious traditions. Ostensibly concerned with turning base metals into gold, alchemy was in fact dedicated to transforming the lead of self into the gold of spirit. This brilliant history of... Read more

Los persas: Una apasionante guía de la historia de Persia y su imperio

By: Billy Wellman

Narrated by: Carlos Verne

Length: 4 hours 26 minutes

Abridged: No

¡La historia de la meseta iraní se remonta al año 100.000 a. C.!Hoy en día, Persia es conocida como el país de Irán, pero hace mucho tiempo, Persia fue el hogar de varias tribus nómadas. Fue testigo del ascenso de muchos imperios y dinastías. Los asirios cayeron ante los medos, que allanaron el camino para la aparición del Imperio aqueménida,... Read more

Von Peter Paul Rubens bis Banksy

By: 5 Minuten, 5 Minuten Biografien & Jürgen Fritsche

Narrated by: Jürgen Fritsche

Length: 53 minutes

Abridged: No

Zehn kurze Biografien berühmter Menschen werden präsentiert, das Wichtigste kurz und knapp auf den Punkt gebracht. Unterhaltung und Wissen in einem! Mit dabei: Peter Paul Rubens, Francisco de Goya, Caspar David Friedrich, William Turner, Edvard Munch, Jackson Pollock, Joseph Beuys, Roy Lichtenstein, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Banksy. Read more

Medieval England

By: History Nerds

Narrated by: Andrew McDermott

Length: 1 hour 41 minutes

Abridged: No

Embark on an enthralling journey through the heart of Medieval England in this captivating exploration of one of history's most dynamic periods. Delve into the lives of kings and queens, knights and peasants, as the story of England unfolds against the backdrop of feudalism, chivalry, and religious upheaval. Experience the turbulence of the... Read more

Warren Buffett: Kurzbiografie kompakt

By: 5 Minuten, 5 Minuten Biografien & Jürgen Fritsche

Narrated by: Jürgen Fritsche

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Warren Buffett, Investoren-Legende aus Omaha: Leben und Werk in einer Kurzbiografie! Alles, was man wissen muss, kurz und knapp. Infotainment, Bildung und Unterhaltung vom Feinsten! Read more

Die zur See fahren

By: Sabine Bürger

Narrated by: Désirée Singson

Length: 10 hours 47 minutes

Abridged: No

Marie-Luises Leben ändert sich grundlegend, als die lebenslustige Cosima ihren Weg kreuzt. Zwischen beiden Frauen entwickelt sich eine tiefe Zuneigung, getragen durch die maritime Berufswahl ihrer Männer. Bevor sie ihre Erinnerungen über das Leben an Bord eines Hochseefrachters mit ihrer jungen Freundin teilen kann, verstirbt sie unverhofft und... Read more

Great Epochs in American History, Volume I (Unabridged)

By: Francis Whiting Halsey

Narrated by: Melinda Reichmann, Brenda Wygant & William Wood

Length: 5 hours 56 minutes

Abridged: No

Embark on an epic journey through the annals of American history with "Great Epochs in American History, Volume I." This captivating work by Francis Whiting Halsey unveils the pivotal moments that shaped the nation's destiny. From the tumultuous birth of the republic to the transformative Civil War, Halsey paints a vivid tapestry of events that... Read more

History of England In Words of One Syllable (Unabridged)

By: Helen W. Pierson

Narrated by: Gary Beckem, Pedro Sheehan & John Raybon

Length: 4 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

Step into the captivating world of English history, simplified for young minds! "History of England In Words of One Syllable" unravels the tapestry of England's past, from ancient times to the Victorian era. With engaging language and vivid illustrations, this book brings to life the stories of kings, queens, battles, and inventions that shaped... Read more

Lord of Misrule

By: Gareth Jones

Narrated by: Philip Madoc, Peter Halliday, Robert Blythe, Io...

Length: 4 hours 7 minutes

Abridged: No

Full-cast dramatisation of the hot-blooded historical romance set in 18th century Wales

‘Jones has a talent for writing natural witty dialogue…’ Best Sellers
Sworn allegiances, cruel punishments, broken hearts, shattered dreams and ancient magic make for an utterly spellbinding listen in this full-cast adaptation of Gareth Jones’s masterful... Read more

D-Day: The Unheard Tapes

By: Geraint Jones

Narrated by: Justin Avoth & Geraint Jones

Length: 11 hours 52 minutes

Abridged: No

This audio edition includes archived recordings from interviews taken with Second World War soldiers, as well as an Introduction and Epilogue read by the author.

A powerful, immersive account published for the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings and battle for Normandy, and tied into the groundbreaking BBC2 documentary series D-Day: The... Read more

The Conquest of the Aztecs

By: Charles River Editors

Narrated by: Jim Walsh

Length: 2 hours 3 minutes

Abridged: No

From the moment Spanish conquistador Hernan Cortés first found and confronted them, the Aztecs have fascinated the world, and they continue to hold a unique place both culturally and in pop culture. Nearly 500 years after the Spanish conquered their mighty empire, the Aztecs are often remembered today for their major capital, Tenochtitlan, as... Read more