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Dawn of an Empire

St. Augustine and the Spanish Founding of America

by Irene Loftin ...

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Series Audiobook box set - America Uncovered
Unabridged

3 hours 37 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Before Jamestown. Before Plymouth. There was St. Augustine.In 1565—fifty-five years before the Pilgrims set foot at Plymouth Rock—Spanish ships slipped along the Florida coast and anchored in a shallow inlet guarded by marsh and sand. What they built there would become the oldest continuously occupied European-founded city in the continental United ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Before Jamestown. Before Plymouth. There was St. Augustine.In 1565—fifty-five years before the Pilgrims set foot at Plymouth Rock—Spanish ships slipped along the Florida coast and anchored in a shallow inlet guarded by marsh and sand. What they built there would become the oldest continuously occupied European-founded city in the continental United
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Hidden History of Detroit

by Amy Elliott Bragg ...

Narrated by Petrea Burchard ...

Unabridged

4 hours 25 min

"Engaging" stories of what the Motor City was like before the invention of the motor (Detroit Metro-Times).Long before it became the twentieth-century automotive capital, Detroit was a muddy port town full of grog shops, horse races, haphazard cemeteries, and enterprising bootstrappers from all over the world.In this lively book you'll discover the city's forgotten history and meet a variety of ... Read more

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"Engaging" stories of what the Motor City was like before the invention of the motor (Detroit Metro-Times).Long before it became the twentieth-century automotive capital, Detroit was a muddy port town full of grog shops, horse races, haphazard cemeteries, and enterprising bootstrappers from all over the world.In this lively book you'll discover the city's forgotten history and meet a variety of
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The Pine Barrens

by John McPhee ...

Narrated by Grover Gardner ...

Unabridged

4 hours 23 min

Most people think of New Jersey as a suburban-industrial corridor that runs between New York and Philadelphia. Yet in the low center of the state is a near wilderness, larger than most national parks, which has been known since the seventeenth century as the Pine Barrens.The term refers to the predominant trees in the vast forests that cover the area and to the quality of the soils below, which ... Read more

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Most people think of New Jersey as a suburban-industrial corridor that runs between New York and Philadelphia. Yet in the low center of the state is a near wilderness, larger than most national parks, which has been known since the seventeenth century as the Pine Barrens.The term refers to the predominant trees in the vast forests that cover the area and to the quality of the soils below, which
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True Tales of the Texas Frontier

Eight Centuries of Adventure and Surprise

by C. Herndon Williams ...

Narrated by Chris Abernathy ...

Unabridged

4 hours 15 min

For eight centuries, the Texas frontier has seen conquest, exploration, immigration, revolution, and innovation, leaving to history a cast of fascinating characters and captivating tales. Its historic period began in 1519 with Spanish exploration, but there was a prehistory long before, nearly fifteen thousand years earlier, with the arrival of people to Texas. Each story pulls a new perspective ... Read more

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For eight centuries, the Texas frontier has seen conquest, exploration, immigration, revolution, and innovation, leaving to history a cast of fascinating characters and captivating tales. Its historic period began in 1519 with Spanish exploration, but there was a prehistory long before, nearly fifteen thousand years earlier, with the arrival of people to Texas. Each story pulls a new perspective
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Ladies of the Canyons

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by Lesley Poling-Kempes ...

Narrated by Jo Anna Perrin ...

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11 hours 6 min

Ladies of the Canyons is the true story of remarkable women who left the security and comforts of genteel Victorian society and journeyed to the American Southwest in search of a wider view of themselves and their world.Educated, restless, and inquisitive, Natalie Curtis, Carol Stanley, Alice Klauber, and Mary Cabot Wheelwright were plucky, intrepid women whose lives were transformed in the first ... Read more

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Ladies of the Canyons is the true story of remarkable women who left the security and comforts of genteel Victorian society and journeyed to the American Southwest in search of a wider view of themselves and their world.Educated, restless, and inquisitive, Natalie Curtis, Carol Stanley, Alice Klauber, and Mary Cabot Wheelwright were plucky, intrepid women whose lives were transformed in the first
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Glass House

The 1% Economy and the Shattering of the All-American Town

by Brian Alexander ...

Narrated by Bob Souer ...

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11 hours 7 min

The Anchor Hocking Glass Company, once the world's largest maker of glass tableware, was the base on which Lancaster's society was built. As Glass House unfolds, bankruptcy looms. With access to the company and its leaders, and Lancaster's citizens, Alexander shows how financial engineering took hold in the 1980s, accelerated in the 21st Century, and wrecked the company. We follow CEO Sam Solomon, ... Read more

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The Anchor Hocking Glass Company, once the world's largest maker of glass tableware, was the base on which Lancaster's society was built. As Glass House unfolds, bankruptcy looms. With access to the company and its leaders, and Lancaster's citizens, Alexander shows how financial engineering took hold in the 1980s, accelerated in the 21st Century, and wrecked the company. We follow CEO Sam Solomon,
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Mob Cop

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by Fred Pascente, Sam Reaves ...

Narrated by Johnny Heller ...

Unabridged

8 hours 25 min

Former Chicago police officer and Outfit associate Fred Pascente is the man who links Tony Spilotro, one of Chicago's most notorious mob figures, to William Hanhardt, chief of detectives in the Chicago Police Department. Pascente and Spilotro grew up together on Chicago's Near West Side, and as young toughs they were rousted and shaken down by Hanhardt.While Spilotro became the youngest made man ... Read more

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Former Chicago police officer and Outfit associate Fred Pascente is the man who links Tony Spilotro, one of Chicago's most notorious mob figures, to William Hanhardt, chief of detectives in the Chicago Police Department. Pascente and Spilotro grew up together on Chicago's Near West Side, and as young toughs they were rousted and shaken down by Hanhardt.While Spilotro became the youngest made man
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Texian Exodus

The Runaway Scrape and Its Enduring Legacy

by Stephen L. Hardin ...

Narrated by Ann Marie Lee ...

Unabridged

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Two events in Texas history shine so brightly that they can be almost blinding: the stand at the Alamo and the redemption at San Jacinto, where General Sam Houston's volunteers won the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution. But these milestones came amid a less obviously heroic episode now studiously forgotten—the refugee crisis known as the Runaway Scrape.Propulsive and lyrical, Texian Exodus ... Read more

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Two events in Texas history shine so brightly that they can be almost blinding: the stand at the Alamo and the redemption at San Jacinto, where General Sam Houston's volunteers won the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution. But these milestones came amid a less obviously heroic episode now studiously forgotten—the refugee crisis known as the Runaway Scrape.Propulsive and lyrical, Texian Exodus
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The Legacy of Conquest

The Unbroken Past of the American West

by Patricia Nelson Limerick, PhD ...

Narrated by Pam Ward ...

Unabridged

14 hours 42 min

The "settling" of the American West has been perceived throughout the world as a series of quaint, violent, and romantic adventures. But in fact, Patricia Nelson Limerick argues, the West has a history grounded primarily in economic reality; in hardheaded questions of profit, loss, competition, and consolidation. Here she interprets the stories and the characters in a new way: the trappers, ... Read more

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The "settling" of the American West has been perceived throughout the world as a series of quaint, violent, and romantic adventures. But in fact, Patricia Nelson Limerick argues, the West has a history grounded primarily in economic reality; in hardheaded questions of profit, loss, competition, and consolidation. Here she interprets the stories and the characters in a new way: the trappers,
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Ghosts in the Schoolyard

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by Eve L. Ewing ...

Narrated by Lisa Reneé Pitts ...

Unabridged

6 hours 48 min

Eve L. Ewing knows Chicago Public Schools from the inside: as a student, then a teacher, and now a scholar who studies them. And that perspective has shown her that public schools are not buildings full of failures—they're an integral part of their neighborhoods, at the heart of their communities, storehouses of history and memory that bring people together.Never was that role more apparent than ... Read more

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Eve L. Ewing knows Chicago Public Schools from the inside: as a student, then a teacher, and now a scholar who studies them. And that perspective has shown her that public schools are not buildings full of failures—they're an integral part of their neighborhoods, at the heart of their communities, storehouses of history and memory that bring people together.Never was that role more apparent than
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Family Secrets

The Case That Crippled the Chicago Mob

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Narrated by Matthew Boston ...

Unabridged

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Even in Chicago, a city steeped in mob history and legend, the Family Secrets case was a true spectacle when it made it to court in 2007. A top mob boss, a reputed consigliere, and other high-profile members of the Chicago Outfit were accused in a total of eighteen gangland killings, revealing organized crime's ruthless grip on the city throughout the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.Painting a vivid ... Read more

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In the Hands of the Great Spirit

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by Jake Page ...

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Unabridged

15 hours 15 min

Today, some two million American Indians inhabit the United States, less than one percent of the nation's population. Their origins have always been viewed from a 500-year-old perspective—from the point of view of the Europeans who "discovered" the New World. Yet the true story of the American Indians begins some seventeen thousand years ago—and it is past due for a telling that shows Indians as ... Read more

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Today, some two million American Indians inhabit the United States, less than one percent of the nation's population. Their origins have always been viewed from a 500-year-old perspective—from the point of view of the Europeans who "discovered" the New World. Yet the true story of the American Indians begins some seventeen thousand years ago—and it is past due for a telling that shows Indians as
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Misfortune on Cleveland’s Millionaires’ Row

by Alan F. Dutka ...

Narrated by Peter Berkrot ...

Unabridged

3 hours 50 min

Extreme wealth could buy a mansion in Millionaires' Row but not immunity from unsavory business dealings or shameful behavior.May Hanna gave her millionaire ex-husband's hired Pinkerton detectives the slip to sneak out of the country. To escape financial embarrassment, James Potter, the manager of a prominent Euclid Avenue apartment building, gave his family cough medicine laced with poison, ... Read more

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Extreme wealth could buy a mansion in Millionaires' Row but not immunity from unsavory business dealings or shameful behavior.May Hanna gave her millionaire ex-husband's hired Pinkerton detectives the slip to sneak out of the country. To escape financial embarrassment, James Potter, the manager of a prominent Euclid Avenue apartment building, gave his family cough medicine laced with poison,
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Alexander Hamilton, America's Founding Father of Finance

"His Original Reports on Public Credit, a National Bank, Manufactures "

by Alexander Hamilton, Mark Spencer ...

Narrated by Adam Sims, John Chancer ...

Unabridged

8 hours 18 min

Though best known for his primary authorship of the Federalist Papers, his death in a duel at the hands of Vice President Aaron Burr on the banks of the Hudson River and his star role in a 21st-century musical, it is often overlooked that Alexander Hamilton was instrumental in creating the key financial building blocks of the young United States of America.The first incumbent of the office of ... Read more

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Though best known for his primary authorship of the Federalist Papers, his death in a duel at the hands of Vice President Aaron Burr on the banks of the Hudson River and his star role in a 21st-century musical, it is often overlooked that Alexander Hamilton was instrumental in creating the key financial building blocks of the young United States of America.The first incumbent of the office of
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The Poetry of Strangers

What I Learned Traveling America with a Typewriter

by Brian Sonia-Wallace ...

Narrated by Graham Halstead ...

Unabridged

7 hours 28 min

It might surprise you who’s a fan of poetry — when it meets them where they are.Before he became an award-winning writer and poet, Brian Sonia-Wallace set up a typewriter on the street with a sign that said “Poetry Store” and discovered something surprising: all over America, people want poems. An amateur busker at first, Brian asked countless strangers, “What do you need a poem about?” To his ... Read more

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It might surprise you who’s a fan of poetry — when it meets them where they are.Before he became an award-winning writer and poet, Brian Sonia-Wallace set up a typewriter on the street with a sign that said “Poetry Store” and discovered something surprising: all over America, people want poems. An amateur busker at first, Brian asked countless strangers, “What do you need a poem about?” To his
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Brief History of Washington, A

by KJ Smith ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series Audiobook 47 - A Brief History of - US States Edition
Unabridged

1 hour 22 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of WashingtonWashington, a state defined by its breathtaking landscapes, booming technology sector, and rich cultural heritage, offers a captivating and dynamic history. A Brief History of Washington takes readers on an engaging journey through the key events, people, and landmarks that have shaped this remarkable state.From its ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of WashingtonWashington, a state defined by its breathtaking landscapes, booming technology sector, and rich cultural heritage, offers a captivating and dynamic history. A Brief History of Washington takes readers on an engaging journey through the key events, people, and landmarks that have shaped this remarkable state.From its
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Traveling Across America

by Thomas L Millhouse ...

Narrated by Patty Patriot ...

Unabridged

2 hours 52 min

The book "Traveling Across America" is designed to be an essential guide for young children, introducing them to the wonders of all 50 states in the United States. Through this book, children will embark on a journey of discovery, learning about the rich history and the unique paths each state took on its way to statehood. This adventure is not just about dates and facts, but about understanding ... Read more

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The book "Traveling Across America" is designed to be an essential guide for young children, introducing them to the wonders of all 50 states in the United States. Through this book, children will embark on a journey of discovery, learning about the rich history and the unique paths each state took on its way to statehood. This adventure is not just about dates and facts, but about understanding
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Brief History of Delaware, A

by KJ Smith ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series Audiobook 8 - A Brief History of - US State History Edition
Unabridged

1 hour 22 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of DelawareDelaware, the First State, has a rich and fascinating history that belies its small size. A Brief History of Delaware explores the key moments and figures that have shaped this important state, from its early days as a Native American homeland to its pivotal role in the founding of the United States.Delve into Delaware's ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of DelawareDelaware, the First State, has a rich and fascinating history that belies its small size. A Brief History of Delaware explores the key moments and figures that have shaped this important state, from its early days as a Native American homeland to its pivotal role in the founding of the United States.Delve into Delaware's
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Break It Up

Secession, Division, and the Secret History of America's Imperfect Union

by Richard Kreitner ...

Narrated by Adam Verner ...

Unabridged

15 hours 42 min

**From journalist and historian Richard Kreitner, a examination of the most persistent idea in American history: these supposedly United States should be broken up."A powerful revisionist account." —Eric Foner, American historian and author of The Second Founding**The novel and fiery thesis of Break It Up is simple: The United States has never lived up to its name—and never will. The disunionist ... Read more

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**From journalist and historian Richard Kreitner, a examination of the most persistent idea in American history: these supposedly United States should be broken up."A powerful revisionist account." —Eric Foner, American historian and author of The Second Founding**The novel and fiery thesis of Break It Up is simple: The United States has never lived up to its name—and never will. The disunionist
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The State You're In

Florida Men, Florida Women, and Other Wildlife

by Craig Pittman ...

Narrated by Matt Godfrey ...

Unabridged

1 hour 22 min

For more than thirty years, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author Craig Pittman has chronicled the wildest stories Florida has to offer. Featuring a selection of columns that have appeared in the Tampa Bay Times and other outlets throughout Pittman's career, this book highlights just how strange and wonderful Florida can be.With a folksy style, an eye for the absurd, and a ... Read more

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For more than thirty years, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author Craig Pittman has chronicled the wildest stories Florida has to offer. Featuring a selection of columns that have appeared in the Tampa Bay Times and other outlets throughout Pittman's career, this book highlights just how strange and wonderful Florida can be.With a folksy style, an eye for the absurd, and a
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Gangland New York

The Places and Faces of Mob History

by Anthony M. DeStefano ...

Narrated by Gary Galone ...

Unabridged

6 hours 36 min

From the Bowery Boys and the Five Points Gang through the rise of the Jewish "Kosher Nostra" and the ascendance of the Italian Mafia, mobsters have played a major role in the city's history, lurking just around the corner or inside that nondescript building. Bill "the Butcher" Poole, Paul Kelly, Monk Eastman, "Lucky" Luciano, Carlo Gambino, Meyer Lansky, Mickey Spillane, John Gotti—each held sway ... Read more

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From the Bowery Boys and the Five Points Gang through the rise of the Jewish "Kosher Nostra" and the ascendance of the Italian Mafia, mobsters have played a major role in the city's history, lurking just around the corner or inside that nondescript building. Bill "the Butcher" Poole, Paul Kelly, Monk Eastman, "Lucky" Luciano, Carlo Gambino, Meyer Lansky, Mickey Spillane, John Gotti—each held sway
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Voice of the American Frontier: Legendary Tales for Modern Ears

Dive into Legendary Frontier Tales! Experience captivating audio stories tailored for modern enthusiasts.

by Silas Wren ...

Narrated by Nick Porter ...

Unabridged

2 hours 20 min

Voice of the American Frontier: Legendary Tales for Modern Ears:⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐Are you eager to explore the essence of America through captivating stories and deepen your understanding of our rich heritage?Searching for a comprehensive guide that weaves together necessary elements to delve into the spirit of America?Your quest ends here!This audiobook se... ... Read more

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Stockholms hemligheter - Spökhus

by Martin Stugart ...

Narrated by Martin Stugart ...

Series Audiobook 4 - Stockholms hemligheter
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44 min

Stockholmiana! Följ med på en lärorik promenad till Stockholms mest hemsökta platser tillsammans med Stockholmskännaren och journalisten Martin Stugart. Vad är historien bakom Schefflerska palatsets omtalade smeknamn, Spökslottet? Och vilka är de gåtfulla händelser som de anställda rapporterar om på Skansen? Genom fascinerande berättelser och gamla anekdoter kastar Stugart ljus över Stockholms ... Read more

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Nature of the American System, The

by R. J. Rushdoony ...

Narrated by Nathan Conkey ...

Unabridged

7 hours 1 min

Behind the writing of history is a philosophy of history, and behind that philosophy of history are certain pre-theoretical and essentially religious presuppositions. There is no such thing as brute factuality, but rather only interpreted factuality. The historian's report is always the report of a perspective, a context, a framework; man is not, like God, beyond time and circumstance, condition ... Read more

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Behind the writing of history is a philosophy of history, and behind that philosophy of history are certain pre-theoretical and essentially religious presuppositions. There is no such thing as brute factuality, but rather only interpreted factuality. The historian's report is always the report of a perspective, a context, a framework; man is not, like God, beyond time and circumstance, condition
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