Medieval Ages

If you want to discover the captivating history of the Crusades and Silk Road, then this audiobook is for you. In part one, you'll learn all about the military expeditions of the Middle Ages. In part two, you will learn about the Silk Road and its significance. Includes two books: The Crusades and The Silk Road.

Dive into a world where knights, intrigue, and the quest for knowledge collide! From the architectural wonders of Gothic literature to the heart-pounding raids of Vikings and the devastating plagues, this audiobook covers every angle. Each chapter unfolds like a tapestry, rich with facts that define one of history's most captivating epochs.

For years, Lady Susanna de Balliol has borne the blame for betrayal - well-earned, though not as believed by the man she can never forget. Now her nephew must prove his legitimacy or lose his claim to his father's lands. When Susanna is forced to flee with the boy following an attempt on his life, will the one man who knows the truth of her nephew's birth grant them sanctuary within his walls? More, will he aid the woman whom he believes cost him the love of his life?

King Henry is dead, and his son, Edward Longshanks, is on his way back from crusade to claim the crown and impose his iron will on a weakened country. The nobles of north Wales are nervous and grow frustrated at the inaction of their own leader, and make a daring pact to replace him with a figurehead to unite the warring factions against the English prince. In the south, two young men attempt to rebuild their lives after a terrifying ordeal in Acre.

Warrior of the Dusk is a sweeping medieval adventure from Tom Nelson, author of The Paladin of Callendro. Andre arrives at Oberlon to discover that his betrothed, Juliette, and her family have been taken prisoner by the conqueror Ullerick, who is transporting them to his mountain kingdom. Andre and a small group of knights take off in pursuit of Ullerick's army, hoping to offer terms to the warrior king that will secure the families' release. Along the way Andre and his men encounter an old knight named Alfred, travelling alone. Alfred knows the territory well and Andre enlists his help in ...

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.

In 1494, there were five sovereign regional powers in Italy: Milan, Venice, Florence, the Papal States, and Naples. In 1536, only one remained: Venice. These decades of conflict precipitated great anxiety among Western thinkers, and Italians responded to the fragmentation, forevermore, of Latin Christendom, the end of self-governance for Italians, and the beginning of the early modern era in a myriad of ways. They were always heavily influenced by the lived experience of warfare between large Christian armies on the peninsula.

Although it ended over 550 years ago, the Hundred Years' War still looms large in the historical consciousness of England and France, even if the name of the famous war is a misnomer. Actually a series of separate conflicts between the English and French monarchies, interspersed with periods of peace, its historical image is an odd one, in part because its origins were based on royal claims that dated back centuries.

Dr Cat Jarman is a bioarchaeologist, specialising in forensic techniques to research the paths of Vikings who came to rest in British soil. By examining teeth that are now more than 1,000 years old, she can determine childhood diet and thereby where a person was likely born. With radiocarbon dating, she can ascertain a death date down to the range of a few years. And her research offers new visions of the likely roles of women and children in Viking culture.

She doesn't know he's a dragon, nor the danger she's in. He doesn't know how much he needs her. As an orphan in a small town at the edge of the vast Black Forest, Hannah is grateful for what little she has. She lives with her grandmother, one of the town’s witches. Despised by the townsfolk, it is unlikely that she will ever find her place in their world, or someone to share her life with. Not only that, but witches have been murdered in recent months and Hannah may be next. Louis is a powerful, shape-shifting dragon. In ages past, he had terrified villages and towns. Now, he has emerged ...

Two manuscripts in one audiobook: The Viking Age for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the Vikings, Their Raids, and Everyday Life and Anglo-Saxons for Kids: A Captivating Guide to the People of Early Medieval England and Their Battles Against the Vikings.

WINNER! American Fiction Awards ... Fantasy Historial Fiction Can the Hamlet of Harmonie Remain Hidden? It’s the 11th century and Nichol with an infant daughter must escape Paris with her extended family. In Book 2 of the Harmonie series, The Secret Hamlet, the power of Nichol is turned loose. At her side is Shadow, her wolf-dog. In the bitter winter, she has become the target of the ruthless priest Loupe and her evil brother Fredric, both in pursuit of her and her daughter, Lucette. With her expanding vision and skills coupled with the guidance of the Lady, Nichol leads her family, and ...

Step into a verdant world where the whimsy of nature meets the discipline of artistry in "Shaping History," a compelling journey through the graceful and transformative art of topiary. Behold, as our pages unfurl, a lush narrative that transcends time and space, inviting you to explore the intricate dance of human creativity with nature's canvas. "Shaping History" is a meticulously crafted tapestry that weaves together the magnificent tales of topiary from the dawn of ornamental gardens in ancient civilizations to the cutting edge of contemporary design. Traverse through the hidden alcoves ...

The Russian Federation and Ukraine do indeed share a common heritage, but their history and culture led them along divergent paths. Many listeners might be surprised to learn that the historical center of Russia was not Moscow, but Kiev, the capital of modern Ukraine.

The wind has been stolen. As the Kingdom of Yumea endures the terrible curse, a shocking coup brings turmoil to the land. With the castle on fire, the only prince still alive is secretly carried away to Humao, the Isle of the Dishonored, to be trained by the King's last living loyalist. He is their final hope, but before he is ready to claim the throne that was stolen from him, he must earn the respect of the people he hopes to lead. If he does not, the Kingdom will fall, and he will go down in history as the LAST SON OF YUMEA!

The Black Death, also known as the bubonic plague, was the worst pandemic in history. The Black Death was almost always fatal, and it took hundreds of years for populations to bounce back. It claimed millions of lives and set the stage for pandemic responses that are still in use today. This audiobook offers a compelling and comprehensive examination of this period and talks about what we’ve learned from such a horrific disease.

Many years have passed since the fall of Uther Pendragon. His son Arthur, now a young man, begins his quest for the throne as he seeks vengeance against his father's killer and looks to restore the Pendragon Dynasty. Under the tutelage of Merlin, young wizards Morgan and Margawse emerge together from exile with their cousin Arthur to reclaim his father's empire. A NEW AGE OF WIZARDS is the second installment in the KINGS OF CAMELOT series.

A ship drifts on an endless sea, its deck crowded with strangers — all waking to the harrowing quandary: Who brought them here, and why? Grouping by language, they turn on one another—until they break into the cabin and find a sleeping man with a groomed beard. Craft of the Heretic plunges you into a richly crafted alternate Renaissance that weaves fantasy with gripping mystery and philosophical depth. As the enigma of the lost ship unravels, you'll discover a world unlike any other where the church holds dominion over science, with monasteries forging miraculous wares: tacksilver, a ...

In a realm where gods whisper and shadows come alive... Ilfair never asked to be chosen. But when ancient runes appear on his arm and voices invade his mind, he's thrust into a world where myth and reality collide. As the reluctant bearer of a divine message, Ilfair must embark on a perilous journey across the realm of Erlan to bring forth a child of the gods—one that could usher in an Age of Knowledge or spell doom for all. With the help of Embrey, a determined priestess, and Ao'faer, the enigmatic Athenomancer, Ilfair must navigate treacherous waters, both literal and figurative. From ...

Nobody played a more defining role in casting the popular image of medieval knights than Richard the Lionheart, one of the most famous English kings and crusaders. In many respects, it was ironic that Richard became one of the central characters of the Middle Ages, and his very popular legacy today belies centuries of controversy. Richard I Plantagenet (1157-1199), nicknamed "Coeur de Lion" (Lionheart), eventually became King of England, Grand Duke of Aquitaine, Duke of Poitou, and Duke of Anjou, but as the third son in a large family, he did not expect to or even want to rule England.