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There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for listeners who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Egypt from gods and worship to mummification, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the best-selling Horrible Histories series.

Step into the world of the ancient Kingdom of Benin and explore its captivating history, culture and legacy with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long. Under the rule of the Oba, the Kingdom of Benin was one of the richest and most powerful in West Africa. Behind a network of massive walls...

Tired of advent calendars that offer a moment of chocolate followed by a day of plastic clutter? This year, give a gift that sparks a daily adventure, ignites genuine curiosity, and creates a holiday tradition your family will talk about for years to come.

La respuesta a esta pregunta es una de las historias más extrañas y fascinantes que hayas leído nunca, y es nuestra historia, la historia de la humanidad. Prepárate para descubrir por qué todas las personas, los países, los idiomas y las religiones son diferentes a como eran antes en un viaje que recorre el desarrollo humano desde nuestros antepasados hasta llegar a quienes somos ahora.

A fascinating look at archeological finds in Scotland, South Africa, and Malta that offer clues about ancient civilizations.

Discover the extraordinary story of Cleopatra — Egypt’s last great pharaoh — in this immersive audiobook for kids ages 8–12. From her childhood exploring the royal palace of Alexandria to her fearless fight to defend her kingdom against Rome, this epic adventure brings history to life through captivating narration and vivid storytelling. More than just a queen, Cleopatra was a brilliant strategist, diplomat, and leader. In this inspiring tale, young listeners will learn how courage, intelligence, and determination can change the course of history.

For 10 years, the battle raged. Thousands of ancient Greece's best warriors battled their enemies, the Trojans, in a desperate attempt to win back King Meneleus' beautiful wife, Helen. After a decade of fighting and thousands dead, the Greek forces suddenly fell back. Cautiously the Trojans ventured out of the city walls, where they discovered a giant wooden horse and a messenger. Should they accept this peace offering? Or is the gift horse too good to be true?

Famous for his superhuman strength, Hercules is the most popular hero in Greek mythology. The son of Zeus - king of the gods - and a mortal mother, Hercules faces the wrath of Zeus' wife, Hera, who resents her illegitimate stepson and vows to bring him misery. With her magical powers, she tricks Hercules into performing a series of 12 seemingly impossible labors, each one a test of his strength, courage, cunning, and fighting skill. Is Hercules strong enough to foil her scheme?

Kokosnuss, Oskar und Matilda zu Besuch im Alten Rom. Kokosnuss, Matilda und Oskar reisen mit dem Laserphaser in die Vergangenheit, um ihren Freund Cinquecento zu besuchen. Der lebt im Alten Rom zu Kaiser Trajans Regierungszeit. Obwohl Cinquecento in seinem "Institut für Rückengymnastik" viel zu tun hat, zeigt er den Freunden von der Dracheninsel sehr gern die wichtigsten Gebäude Roms und erklärt ihnen den römischen Alltag: Wie lebte man in einem römischen Mietshaus? Wie funktionierte die Wasserversorgung der Stadt? Was ist eine Therme? Wie wurden römische Kinder unterrichtet?

Timeless wisdom drawn from 3,000 years of human experience offers hope, insight and inspiration to listeners of all ages. These true stories of great individuals include Raphael, Michelangelo, Diogenes, Alexander the Great, King Solomon, Jesus' The Good Samaritan, Beatrix Potter, Satchel Paige, and more.

The importance of Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus (or as he was known from birth, Gaius Octavius “Octavian” Thurinus) to the course of Western history is hard to overstate. His life, his rise to power, his political, social, and military achievements, all laid the foundations for the creation of an empire which would endure for almost five centuries, and whose traditions, laws, architecture, and art continue to influence much of Europe and the world today.

Hold on tight as Greeking Out goes to the dark side, bringing you scary (and surprisingly funny) tales of life, death, and everything in between! Get ready for 20 bone-chilling stories of the Underworld—from ancient Greece and around the world—as told by the team behind the smash-hit podcast...

Get ready to dive into a world of dragons, emperors, ancient gods, and daring heroes – welcome to the magical world of Chinese Legends! This is no ordinary history lesson. It’s a journey through time and imagination, where dragons swim through the skies, warriors rise against impossible odds, and mystical gods shape the fate of the world.

Embark on a captivating exploration into the rise and fall of the rich and colourful Maya civilisation with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long. Largely forgotten for centuries, the ancient Maya were incredible. Their cities across Central and South America featured astonishing pyramids...

Sumérgete en el mundo de los antiguos griegos. Desde sus mitos y su cultura hasta sus guerras y su derrota final ante los romanos, este libro lo abarca todo. Tanto los padres como los niños disfrutarán aprendiendo lo que hizo de la antigua Grecia una civilización tan asombrosa y viendo por qué el mundo moderno les debe tanto.

Jason was born a prince of the kingdom of Argos. But when Jason was a child, his uncle Pelias stole the throne and sent Jason into hiding. Now a young man, Jason returns to claim his birthright. But Pelias only sneers. He demands that Jason prove himself by retrieving the priceless magical Golden Fleece from the far-off land of Colchis. Jason accepts the challenge and gathers a ship full of Greek war heroes to aid him.

In der antiken Vergangenheit voller Pyramiden, Tempel und Pharaonen ist die junge Kleopatra für Großes bestimmt: Mit nur 18 Jahren wird sie zur Herrscherin Ägyptens. Ihr ganzes Leben lang kämpft sie um Ruhm und Macht und zieht die Männer in ihren Bann. An der Seite der Römer Julius Cäsar und Marcus Antonius, gelingt es der gebildeten und faszinierenden Kleopatra, Ägypten mächtig und unabhängig zu halten.

There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for listeners who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Rome from gladiators to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series.

Der Weltbestseller "Eine kurze Geschichte der Menschheit" für ein jüngeres Publikum neu erzählt. Warum sind manche Menschen reich und andere arm? Warum haben manche Leute die Macht, ihren Mitmenschen Befehle zu erteilen – und warum hören die anderen auf sie? Wieso gibt es all die Unterschiede zwischen Kasten, Hautfarben und Geschlechtern? Und was hat das alles damit zu tun, dass die Menschen sich vor zehntausend Jahren von Jägern und Sammlern zu Bauern entwickelten?

Fesselnd erzählt Peter Kaempfe vom Mut und der Stärke des größten Helden der Antike, von Abenteuern, Kämpfen...