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Weird History Facts For Sleep

by Sleepy Historian ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Ben E ...

Unabridged

1 hour 41 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Sometimes, the best way to fall asleep is with stories that don’t matter—at all. Boring Useless History Facts For Sleep is your nightly ticket to drift off through the most bizarre corners of human history—without drama, urgency, or relevance. These historical oddities are so fascinating and so thoroughly unimportant, they’ll soothe your mind straight ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Sometimes, the best way to fall asleep is with stories that don’t matter—at all. Boring Useless History Facts For Sleep is your nightly ticket to drift off through the most bizarre corners of human history—without drama, urgency, or relevance. These historical oddities are so fascinating and so thoroughly unimportant, they’ll soothe your mind straight
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A Rare Recording of Bertrand Russell on Lenin, Hegel, Gladstone, Tennyson and Browning

by Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician0, historian2, prominent anti-war activist4, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 19506, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.8 ...

Narrated by Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician1, historian3, prominent anti-war activist5, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 19507, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.9 ...

Series series A Rare Recording of…
Unabridged

12 min

Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, prominent anti-war activist, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 1950, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. ... Read more

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Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, prominent anti-war activist, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 1950, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.
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Thirty Canadian V.Cs. 23d April 1915 to 30th March 1918

by Canadian War Records Office, Military Historian Stuart Martin ...

This work details each recipient's heroic acts between 1915 and 1918, providing a narrative of their bravery, sacrifices, and the extreme conditions they faced during significant battles, including the Second Battle of Ypres, the Battle of the Somme, and the Battle of Passchendaele. The book includes vivid descriptions of their actions, from holding key positions against overwhelming odds to ... Read more

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This work details each recipient's heroic acts between 1915 and 1918, providing a narrative of their bravery, sacrifices, and the extreme conditions they faced during significant battles, including the Second Battle of Ypres, the Battle of the Somme, and the Battle of Passchendaele. The book includes vivid descriptions of their actions, from holding key positions against overwhelming odds to
... Read more
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Weird Roman Empire Facts For Sleep

by Sleepy Historian ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Chris E ...

Unabridged

1 hour 19 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Travel back in time to the days of the Roman Empire, not through loud battles or dramatic speeches, but through quiet, curious details meant to lull you gently into rest. This audiobook gathers unusual and fascinating facts about ancient Rome—facts that are surprising, but told in a soft and calming way, perfect for bedtime.You will hear about strange ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Travel back in time to the days of the Roman Empire, not through loud battles or dramatic speeches, but through quiet, curious details meant to lull you gently into rest. This audiobook gathers unusual and fascinating facts about ancient Rome—facts that are surprising, but told in a soft and calming way, perfect for bedtime.You will hear about strange
... Read more
It Happened on Broadway

An Oral History of the Great White Way

by Myrna Katz Frommer, Harvey Frommer, sports historian, journalist, and author of Remembering Yankee Stadium ...

In this deliciously revealing oral history of Broadway from World War II through the early 1980s, more than one hundred theater veterans—including Carol Channing, Hal Prince, Donna McKechnie, Hal Holbrook, Andrea McArdle, and Al Hirschfeld—deliver the behind-the-scenes story of the hits, the stars, the feuds, and the fiascoes. Along the way there are evocations of the great comedians and dramatic ... Read more

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In this deliciously revealing oral history of Broadway from World War II through the early 1980s, more than one hundred theater veterans—including Carol Channing, Hal Prince, Donna McKechnie, Hal Holbrook, Andrea McArdle, and Al Hirschfeld—deliver the behind-the-scenes story of the hits, the stars, the feuds, and the fiascoes. Along the way there are evocations of the great comedians and dramatic
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The Fall of New Jersey

by The New Jersey Historian-in-Exile ...

Philadelphians and New Yorkers often joke that they would like to blow up all the bridges leading to New Jersey. In the 80,000 word novel, The Fall of New Jersey, their wishes come true. The Fall of New Jersey is a lighthearted blend of speculative fiction and comedy taking place in an apocalyptic Garden State, in the style of Voltaire’s Candide, “The Warriors,” and “Shaun of the Dead.”Aliza ... Read more

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Philadelphians and New Yorkers often joke that they would like to blow up all the bridges leading to New Jersey. In the 80,000 word novel, The Fall of New Jersey, their wishes come true. The Fall of New Jersey is a lighthearted blend of speculative fiction and comedy taking place in an apocalyptic Garden State, in the style of Voltaire’s Candide, “The Warriors,” and “Shaun of the Dead.”Aliza
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Berdan's United States Sharpshooters in the Army of the Potomac

1861~1865 (Abridged, Annotated)

by Historian Capt. C. A. Stevens ...

Dispensing 52-caliber death at long distance was their specialty and it made them a favorite target. With their Colts, Sharps, and Whitworth globe rifles, led by one of the world's premier marksmen, Berdan's sharpshooters played an important role at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, the Wilderness, Brandy Station, and many other battles.Here is the complete history of this unique cadre of men and how ... Read more

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Dispensing 52-caliber death at long distance was their specialty and it made them a favorite target. With their Colts, Sharps, and Whitworth globe rifles, led by one of the world's premier marksmen, Berdan's sharpshooters played an important role at Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, the Wilderness, Brandy Station, and many other battles.Here is the complete history of this unique cadre of men and how
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The Third Book of Maccabees

A Timeless Account of Perseverance, Faith, and Deliverance

by Anonymous Jewish Historian, Tim Zengerink ...

Narrated by Zeek Ring ...

Unabridged

46 min

What happens when faith and courage meet overwhelming odds? How does divine intervention shape the destiny of a people?The Third Book of Maccabees is a powerful account of perseverance, identity, and miraculous deliverance.Written by an anonymous historian, this sacred text tells the gripping story of the Jewish people under the rule of Ptolemy IV—and how their unwavering faith led to divine ... Read more

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What happens when faith and courage meet overwhelming odds? How does divine intervention shape the destiny of a people?The Third Book of Maccabees is a powerful account of perseverance, identity, and miraculous deliverance.Written by an anonymous historian, this sacred text tells the gripping story of the Jewish people under the rule of Ptolemy IV—and how their unwavering faith led to divine
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Only Influencers Win

by The Historian ...

Only Influencers Win argues that AI is eliminating traditional careers faster than most people realize — and that the one profession machines cannot replace is the authentic human creator. Through case studies of MrBeast, Emma Chamberlain, Logan Paul, and others, this book breaks down exactly how personality, humor, and genuine connection have become the most valuable economic assets of the twenty ... Read more

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Only Influencers Win argues that AI is eliminating traditional careers faster than most people realize — and that the one profession machines cannot replace is the authentic human creator. Through case studies of MrBeast, Emma Chamberlain, Logan Paul, and others, this book breaks down exactly how personality, humor, and genuine connection have become the most valuable economic assets of the twenty
... Read more
New York City Baseball

The Golden Age, 1947–1957

by Harvey Frommer, sports historian, journalist, and author of Remembering Yankee Stadium ...

In the heady days after World War II, the nation was ready for excitement and heroes, and a city—New York—was eager for entertainment. Baseball provided the heroes, and the Yankees, the Giants, and the Dodgers—with their rivalries, their successes, their stars—provided the show.New York City Baseball recaptures the extraordinary decade of 1947–1957, when the three New York teams were the uncrowned ... Read more

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In the heady days after World War II, the nation was ready for excitement and heroes, and a city—New York—was eager for entertainment. Baseball provided the heroes, and the Yankees, the Giants, and the Dodgers—with their rivalries, their successes, their stars—provided the show.New York City Baseball recaptures the extraordinary decade of 1947–1957, when the three New York teams were the uncrowned
... Read more
Audiobook

A Rare Recording of Bertrand Russell's Message To Future Generations

by Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician0, historian2, prominent anti-war activist4, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 19506, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.8 ...

Narrated by Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician1, historian3, prominent anti-war activist5, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 19507, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.9 ...

Series series A Rare Recording of…
Unabridged

3 min

Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, prominent anti-war activist, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 1950, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Bertrand Russell (May 18, 1872 - February 2, 1970) was born in Monmouthshire, into one of the most prominent aristocratic families in Britain. Russell was a philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, prominent anti-war activist, and an outspoken opponent of nuclear weapons. In 1950, Russell was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.
... Read more
Manhattan at Mid-Century

An Oral History

by Myrna Katz Frommer, Harvey Frommer, sports historian, journalist, and author of Remembering Yankee Stadium ...

Experience the mosaic of mid-century Manhattan in this exuberant oral history that begins in the post–World War II years when the city came into its own, and ends in the mid-1970s when it nearly went bust. This is the story of a time when great ocean liners were docked in the Hudson River ports, Checker cabs hurtled across a two-way Fifth Avenue, and the Third Avenue el cast long shadows onto the ... Read more

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Experience the mosaic of mid-century Manhattan in this exuberant oral history that begins in the post–World War II years when the city came into its own, and ends in the mid-1970s when it nearly went bust. This is the story of a time when great ocean liners were docked in the Hudson River ports, Checker cabs hurtled across a two-way Fifth Avenue, and the Third Avenue el cast long shadows onto the
... Read more

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