Captivating History Europe

The Teutonic Knights were established to help the sick and injured in the Holy Land in a similar vein to the Knights Hospitaller. Once they were battle-tested in war, however, they were commissioned to be full-fledged fearsome warriors, fighting for the cause of Christendom. This audiobook follows the meteoric rise, climactic fall, and many years of rebirth undergone by the Teutonic Knights. From Jerusalem to the modern-day charitable organizations headed by the order, this audiobook covers the complete history of the Teutonic Knights in full.

Have you ever wondered how a man like Adolf Hitler could have come into power? How he legally became a dictator by using a democratic process? Or what events led up to his reign of terror? The answers lie in the Weimar Republic. Amid the devastation of World War I, Germany’s monarchy provided no answers. A democratic government seemed the only way to appease Allied nations and solve the many disasters that were already at the country’s doorstep.

If you want to discover the captivating history of Mercia, then pay attention...The Kingdom of Mercia lasted for more than 500 years. Such a long period of time brought change to all aspects of Mercian life, and it is the role of history and this audiobook to follow that change through the centuries. But it wasn’t just the kings and queens that changed. The events of the period resonated within social and cultural life, religious beliefs, artistic expression, and trade. Everything evolved under the patronage of Mercia.

Any general biography of Winston S. Churchill will provide an overview of his greatest achievements, but Churchill had other goals and desires that are often ignored and forgotten. What were they? Churchill had a family - a childhood and children of his own - and a political career that began at a young age. He spoke with and entertained some of the biggest names in the world, within both the political and social realms. How did he interact with Franklin D. Roosevelt?

The Magna Carta is celebrated as one of the most important documents in human history. It is the main source of constitutional law around the world, promising people liberties and protection from the arbitrary power of the government. If you want to discover the captivating history of the Magna Carta, buy this book today.

Tres manuscritos completos en un audiolibro: Historia de Escocia, Las Guerras de Independencia Escocesa y William Wallace. ¡Consiga este audiuolibro ahora para aprender más sobre historia de Escocia!

Descubra la apasionante historia del cristianismo medieval. Tres textos en un solo libro: El cristianismo medieval: Una guía fascinante de la historia cristiana, desde la caída del Imperio romano de Occidente hasta la Reforma, pasando por el gran cisma y las cruzadas. Caballeros medievales: Una guía fascinante sobre los caballeros del santo sepulcro, los caballeros hospitalarios, la orden de San Lázaro, los caballeros templarios y los caballeros teutónicos. La Inquisición: Una guía fascinante de la Inquisición medieval, española, portuguesa y romana.

Do you know the whole story of the House of Borgia—from their rise from obscurity to the highest echelons of European society? The family produced two popes and a saint, but they are more known for stories of murder, debauchery, and incest. What is accurate, and what is just slander? Were the Borgias worse than any other powerful family of the time? Was Rodrigo Borgia, who became Pope Alexander VI, a monster? Was his son Cesare a psychopath? Was his daughter Lucrezia a murderous temptress?

Do you want to dive into the gripping story of a royal family that changed a whole country? The Plantagenets ruled England with strength and cunning, and their story is filled with drama, battles, and family fights.

This audiobook will trace Western civilization back to its roots. In this epic quest, we head all the way back to Greece when Greek philosophers like Socrates and Plato pondered the very meaning of life. Explore the depths of knowledge that were probed by Greek schools of thought, such as the Stoics and the Cynics.

¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo habría sido tu vida si hubieras nacido en otro período de tiempo? ¿Qué tal si hubiera sido durante la Edad Media? ¿Habrías corrido con la suerte de vivir como caballero, como señor o señora, o incluso como rey o reina? ¿O habrías sido como la mayoría de los campesinos, con una dura vida y sometido a trabajos forzados? ¿Es que todo el mundo vivía en castillos? ¿Qué hacía la gente para trabajar? ¿Y para divertirse? Descubrirás las respuestas a estas preguntas y mucho más en este increíble libro sobre la Europa medieval.

If you want to discover the captivating history of Medieval England and Magna Carta, then get England in the Middle Ages - a set of two books about England during the Middle Ages and the influence of the Magna Carta.

People all over the world are fascinated with royalty. And Queen Victoria herself, despite being gone for over 120 years, still holds us spellbound when we consider her life and legacy. She came to power during a time of great change. Technological change in the form of new inventions and rapid industrialization were taking place, as well as the great political changes that were occurring in governance.

Si quiere descubrir la fascinante historia de Inglaterra, siga leyendo...Hay pocos lugares que atraigan la imaginación como Inglaterra. Solo una pequeña isla frente a la costa occidental de Europa continental, cuenta con una rica historia que se remonta a los primeros humanos modernos. Desde los temibles guerreros celtas de la prehistoria hasta los hábiles inventores y estadistas de la era moderna, la historia de Inglaterra está repleta de magníficos castillos, complejos reyes y reinas, campesinos rebeldes y horripilantes plagas.

When diplomatic efforts to introduce opium to the Chinese market failed, the British Parliament approved an alternative: war. There were two wars: one from 1839 to 1842, and another from 1856 to 1860. They are collectively known as the Opium Wars. The British, who were joined by French and supported by the Americans and Russians, clashed with Imperial China, which was ruled by the Qing dynasty.

The ancient Romans have one of the richest collections of myths of all the early civilizations. In this book you can discover all the most important Roman gods, important Roman myths, the history of Rome, and much more.

In this audiobook, you’ll discover what life was really like for the Vikings during their golden age. Learn about the most significant Vikings and raids, and find out more about their daily lives and the things that were most important to them. You’ll also explore their folklore and hear of monsters, gods, goddesses, and the epic adventures they went on.

If you want to discover the captivating history and know more about the Norman Quest and William the Conqueror, this audiobook is for you. Find out how the Normans invaded England, key historic events, the character and personality of William the Conqueror, and much more.

La historia de Juana parece ser una novela en vez de una parte de la historia. Fue una salvadora excepcional en su caballo de guerra, agitando su estandarte blanco y llamando a sus soldados a la victoria; pero también fue compasiva e intensamente humana, una joven que lloraba y sufría igual que el resto de nosotros. En el mismo sentido, es muy sencillo relacionarse con Juana como sorprenderse con su increíble personaje.

Dos manuscritos completos en un audiolibro: Inglaterra Medieval y Carta Magna. La historia de la Inglaterra medieval comienza con la caída del Imperio romano en el siglo quinto. En el siglo XI, la élite anglosajona fue completamente reemplazada por los normandos invasores. Guillermo el Conquistador y sus sucesores trajeron novedades a Inglaterra, como castillos y caballería. La última fase de la Inglaterra medieval comenzó con la gran hambruna y la peste negra en el siglo XIV, cuando se perdieron millones de vidas.