Bestsellers
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The Inheritance of Rome
- Illuminating the Dark Ages 400-1000
- By: Chris Wickham
- Narrated by: James Cameron Stewart
- Length: 32 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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Historian Chris Wickham defies the conventional view of the Dark Ages in European history with a work of remarkable scope and rigorous yet accessible scholarship. The Inheritance of Rome presents a fresh understanding of the crucible in which Europe would ultimately be created....
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Excellent Intro to An Obscure Period
- By Earth Lover on 07-30-18
By: Chris Wickham
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The Savage Storm
- The Battle for Italy 1943
- By: James Holland
- Narrated by: Al Murray
- Length: 18 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Acclaimed WWII historian James Holland both narrates and reframes the controversial first months of the Italian Campaign and sets a new standard in the chronicling of war....
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Style and Narration
- By John Fine on 04-18-24
By: James Holland
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The City of Falling Angels
- By: John Berendt
- Narrated by: Holter Graham
- Length: 12 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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It is John Berendt and only John Berendt who can capture Venice, a city of masks, a city of riddles....
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Do Yourself a Favor and Skip This Book!
- By AUDIBLE on 10-08-05
By: John Berendt
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Meditations
- By: Marcus Aurelius
- Narrated by: Peter Batchelor
- Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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This audio consists of a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor AD 161-180, setting forth his ideas on Stoic philosophy....
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NOT GREGORY HAYES
- By Benjamin D. Mathes on 05-22-16
By: Marcus Aurelius
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History of Italy
- A Captivating Guide to Italian History, Starting from the First Settlements Through the Middle Ages to the Modern Period
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 4 hrs
- Unabridged
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It is not an easy job to draw the border between the history of Italy and the history of Rome. In so many places, the two political and geographical entities collide. They wouldn’t be possible without each other, but they each have their own story....
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Great overview of Italian History
- By Miki on 12-26-23
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The Shortest History of Italy
- 3,000 Years from the Romans to the Renaissance to a Modern Republic―A Retelling for Our Times
- By: Ross King
- Narrated by: Liam Gerrard
- Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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A concise, star-studded retelling of Italy's past, from Caesar and Augustus to da Vinci and Michelangelo, tracing the story of a country with prodigious global influence—from a foremost author of historic Italy.
By: Ross King
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The Inheritance of Rome
- Illuminating the Dark Ages 400-1000
- By: Chris Wickham
- Narrated by: James Cameron Stewart
- Length: 32 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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Historian Chris Wickham defies the conventional view of the Dark Ages in European history with a work of remarkable scope and rigorous yet accessible scholarship. The Inheritance of Rome presents a fresh understanding of the crucible in which Europe would ultimately be created....
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Excellent Intro to An Obscure Period
- By Earth Lover on 07-30-18
By: Chris Wickham
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The Savage Storm
- The Battle for Italy 1943
- By: James Holland
- Narrated by: Al Murray
- Length: 18 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Acclaimed WWII historian James Holland both narrates and reframes the controversial first months of the Italian Campaign and sets a new standard in the chronicling of war....
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Style and Narration
- By John Fine on 04-18-24
By: James Holland
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The City of Falling Angels
- By: John Berendt
- Narrated by: Holter Graham
- Length: 12 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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It is John Berendt and only John Berendt who can capture Venice, a city of masks, a city of riddles....
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Do Yourself a Favor and Skip This Book!
- By AUDIBLE on 10-08-05
By: John Berendt
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Meditations
- By: Marcus Aurelius
- Narrated by: Peter Batchelor
- Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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This audio consists of a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor AD 161-180, setting forth his ideas on Stoic philosophy....
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NOT GREGORY HAYES
- By Benjamin D. Mathes on 05-22-16
By: Marcus Aurelius
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History of Italy
- A Captivating Guide to Italian History, Starting from the First Settlements Through the Middle Ages to the Modern Period
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 4 hrs
- Unabridged
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It is not an easy job to draw the border between the history of Italy and the history of Rome. In so many places, the two political and geographical entities collide. They wouldn’t be possible without each other, but they each have their own story....
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Great overview of Italian History
- By Miki on 12-26-23
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The Shortest History of Italy
- 3,000 Years from the Romans to the Renaissance to a Modern Republic―A Retelling for Our Times
- By: Ross King
- Narrated by: Liam Gerrard
- Length: 6 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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A concise, star-studded retelling of Italy's past, from Caesar and Augustus to da Vinci and Michelangelo, tracing the story of a country with prodigious global influence—from a foremost author of historic Italy.
By: Ross King
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The Eternal City
- A History of Rome
- By: Ferdinand Addis
- Narrated by: Pete Cross
- Length: 22 hrs and 3 mins
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Why does Rome continue to exert a hold on our imagination? City of the Seven Hills, spiritual home of Catholicism, city of the artistic imagination - Rome has inspired, charmed, and tempted empire-builders, dreamers, writers, and travelers across the 27 centuries of its existence....
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An excellent review of Rome the city.
- By Anthony on 10-03-20
By: Ferdinand Addis
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The Winter Army
- The World War II Odyssey of the 10th Mountain Division, America's Elite Alpine Warriors
- By: Maurice Isserman
- Narrated by: Brian Troxell
- Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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The Winter Army is the epic story of the US Army’s 10th Mountain Division, whose elite soldiers broke the last line of German defenses in Italy’s mountains in 1945, spearheading the Allied advance to the Alps and final victory....
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American Exceptionalism
- By UpNorth Smile on 03-14-24
By: Maurice Isserman
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The Borgias
- The Hidden History
- By: G. J. Meyer
- Narrated by: Enn Reitel
- Length: 19 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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The startling truth behind one of the most notorious dynasties in history is revealed in a remarkable new account by the acclaimed author of The Tudors and A World Undone....
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Marvelous !
- By Cinders on 08-02-13
By: G. J. Meyer
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The Lady Queen
- The Notorious Reign of Joanna I, Queen of Naples, Jerusalem, and Sicily
- By: Nancy Goldstone
- Narrated by: Christine Lakin
- Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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The riveting history of a beautiful queen, a shocking murder, a papal trial - and a reign as triumphant as any in the Middle Ages....
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Terrible mispronunciation of words
- By Amelie on 12-03-18
By: Nancy Goldstone
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The History of Rome, Volume 1, Books 1 - 5
- By: Titus Livy, William Masfen Roberts - translator
- Narrated by: Charlton Griffin
- Length: 18 hrs and 16 mins
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Hardly anyone who was educated was unaware of at least some of the more famous stories of Roman myth and history as told by Titus Livius....
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1
- By Darwin8u on 03-30-17
By: Titus Livy, and others
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Blood and Power
- The Rise and Fall of Italian Fascism
- By: John Foot
- Narrated by: Daniel Philpott
- Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins
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A dark tale of violence, ideals and a country at war, in Blood and Power, historian John Foot draws on decades of research to chart the turbulent years between 1915 and 1945, and beyond....
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Entertaining but superficial
- By Kindle Customer on 07-02-22
By: John Foot
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Ravenna
- Capital of Empire, Crucible of Europe
- By: Judith Herrin
- Narrated by: Phyllida Nash
- Length: 19 hrs and 3 mins
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This riveting audiobook narrated by Phyllida Nash traces the history of the city that led the West out of the ruins of the Roman Empire....
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Worthy book, stingy production.
- By Stephen Chakwin on 12-13-20
By: Judith Herrin
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Lucrezia Borgia
- Life, Love, and Death in Renaissance Italy
- By: Sarah Bradford
- Narrated by: Lorna Raver
- Length: 15 hrs and 28 mins
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Neither a vicious monster nor a seductive pawn, Lucrezia Borgia was a shrewd, determined woman who used her beauty and intelligence to secure a key role in the political struggles of her day....
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Could have been better....
- By Sherray on 08-27-09
By: Sarah Bradford
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A Brief History of Italy
- Tracing the Renaissance, Unification, and the Lively Evolution of Art and Culture
- By: Dominic Haynes
- Narrated by: Jeff Bower
- Length: 3 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Whether you’re a student of Italian history looking for a refresher or a brand-new learner looking for an introduction, this book is a concise, easy-to-follow overview of the major players, events, and forces in Italian history, from antiquity to today....
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A brief History of Italy
- By Taha on 11-13-23
By: Dominic Haynes
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1434
- The Year a Magnificent Chinese Fleet Sailed to Italy and Ignited the Renaissance
- By: Gavin Menzies
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins
- Unabridged
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The brilliance of the Renaissance laid the foundation of the modern world....
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Fiction pretending to be history
- By Chupacabracito on 04-21-16
By: Gavin Menzies
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On the Alexandrian War
- De Bello Alexandrino
- By: Gaius Julius Caesar
- Narrated by: Ian A Miller
- Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins
- Unabridged
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It is the translation of the famous book written by an officer of Julius Caesar that tells us about the war in Alexandria of 47 BC, and other episodes that happened immediately after the battle of Farsalo....
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A fantastic book
- By John A. on 11-20-21
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Julius Evola
- The Philosopher and Magician in War: 1943-1945
- By: Gianfranco de Turris
- Narrated by: Luke Bob Robinson
- Length: 7 hrs and 53 mins
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An intimate portrait of Evola and his wartime activities that rebuts many of the Fascist pseudo-myths about him....
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Volcanic
- Vesuvius in the Age of Revolutions
- By: John Brewer
- Narrated by: Mike Cooper
- Length: 15 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Vesuvius is best known for its disastrous eruption of 79CE. But only after 1738, in the age of Enlightenment, did the excavations of Herculaneum and Pompeii reveal its full extent....
By: John Brewer
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Michelangelo, God's Architect
- The Story of His Final Years and Greatest Masterpiece
- By: William E. Wallace
- Narrated by: Simon Callow
- Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Michelangelo, God's Architect is the first book to tell the full story of Michelangelo's final two decades, when the peerless artist refashioned himself into the master architect of St. Peter’s Basilica and other major buildings....
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Michelangelo, architect, urban designer, artist
- By Marco on 09-16-20
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Naples Declared
- A Walk Around the Bay
- By: Benjamin Taylor
- Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini
- Length: 5 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
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It is a city of seemingly irreconcilable opposites, simultaneously glorious and ghastly. And it is Ben Taylor’s remarkable ability to meld these contradictions into a whole that makes this the exciting and original book it is....
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Terrible
- By Scot on 06-06-17
By: Benjamin Taylor
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A Brief History of Italy
- By: Jeremy Black
- Narrated by: Roger Davis
- Length: 11 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Despite the Roman Empire's famous 500-year reign over Europe, parts of Africa and the Middle East, Italy does not have the same long national history as states such as France or England....
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Useful but a bit shallow and anecdotal
- By P. Ben on 02-03-19
By: Jeremy Black
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The Ugly Renaissance
- Sex, Greed, Violence, and Depravity in an Age of Beauty
- By: Alexander Lee
- Narrated by: Arthur Morey
- Length: 15 hrs and 51 mins
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A fascinating and counterintuitive portrait of the sordid, hidden world behind the dazzling artwork of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and more....
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Author falls into the pit he digs for others
- By Sean on 01-23-16
By: Alexander Lee
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Michelangelo Buonarroti
- A Life rom Beginning to End: Biographies of Painters, Book 3
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
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The ingenious artist we know as Michelangelo lived during the Renaissance in Northern Italy, and you could say that he was indeed a Renaissance man - he was a painter, sculptor, poet, and engineer all rolled up into one....
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Fun read!
- By Forgiven on 03-30-22
By: Hourly History
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The Republic of Genoa
- The History of the Italian City that Became Influential Across the Mediterranean During the Middle Ages
- By: Charles River Editors
- Narrated by: Colin Fluxman
- Length: 1 hr and 24 mins
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The Republic of Genoa: The History of the Italian City that Became Influential across the Mediterranean during the Middle Ages examines the highs and lows of Genoa La Superba (“The Proud”), including its humble origins in the first century CE....
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Short but for the price it is worth it.
- By Sean Whitehorn on 03-17-21
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A Concise History of Italy
- By: Christopher Duggan
- Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
- Length: 11 hrs and 54 mins
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Since its formation in 1861, Italy has struggled to develop an effective political system and a secure sense of national identity. Christopher Duggan's acclaimed introduction charts the country's history from the fall of the Roman Empire in the West to the present day....
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Concise indeed
- By nikex on 03-22-21
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Venice
- The Remarkable History of the Lagoon City
- By: Dennis Romano
- Narrated by: David Colacci
- Length: 30 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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No city stirs the imagination more than Venice. From the richly ornamented palaces emerging from the waters of the Grand Canal to the dazzling sites of Piazza San Marco, visitors and residents alike sense they are entering, as fourteenth-century poet Petrarch remarked, “another world.”....
By: Dennis Romano
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The Pope and Mussolini
- The Secret History of Pius XI and the Rise of Fascism in Europe
- By: David I. Kertzer
- Narrated by: Stefan Rudnicki
- Length: 14 hrs and 10 mins
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From National Book Award finalist David I. Kertzer comes the gripping story of Pope Pius XI’s secret relations with Italian dictator Benito Mussolini....
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It is not narrated well - the delivery does not keep it as captivating as this book should be
- By Karina Inigo on 07-14-15
By: David I. Kertzer
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Sicily: Three Thousand Years of Human History
- By: Sandra Benjamin
- Narrated by: Fred Filbrich
- Length: 16 hrs and 32 mins
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Tourists, armchair travelers, and historians will all delight in this fluid narrative that can be read straight through, dipped into over time, or used as a reference guide to each period in Sicily's fascinating tale....
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Surprisingly compelling!
- By P. Strayer on 08-25-12
By: Sandra Benjamin
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Pompeii
- A Captivating Guide to the City in Ancient Rome That Was Buried Because of the Eruption of Mount Vesuvius During the Rule of the Roman Empire
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins
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Pompeii was destroyed by the horrific eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE, which buried at least 2,000 unlucky people. Pompeii became a mysterious tomb, hiding secrets of Rome and other civilizations that influenced the life and culture of the city and its people....
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pompeii
- By evelyn sill on 01-16-22
New releases
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Italy Then and Now
- Campania
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 6 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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This book is the latest installment of the enthralling series "Italy Then and Now," a collection that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the diverse regions of Italy. In this remarkable volume, I delve into the rich tapestry of Campania, unveiling its fascinating evolution over time, celebrating its notable historical and contemporary figures, and indulging in the region's unique culinary delights and exquisite wines. Campania, known as the beating heart of southern Italy, boasts a profound legacy that has shaped the nation's history and culture. Within its boundaries lie the...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Apulia (Puglia)
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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This edition spotlights the Southern-Italian region of Apulia (Puglia in Italian), blending tales of historical significance with modern-day marvels. Apulia, celebrated for its distinct cuisine and wines, has been and continues to be pivotal in shaping Italy's economic and political landscapes. Experience the vibrant cities, iconic sites, and momentous events that intertwine Apulia’s past and present, symbolizing the beauty and essence of Italy. Dive in and discover the tapestry of stories that make this region worthy to be included in your next travel to Italy.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Lazio - Rome
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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This is the 11th of a series of books I am releasing titled "Italy Then and Now," each dedicated to one of the twenty Italian regions. This book showcases the region of Lazio, home to Rome and the Vatican City, the evolution of the region and its cities over time, notable historical and contemporary figures, unique regional cuisine and wine specialties, the region's provinces and major cities, notable events, and important landmarks.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Veneto
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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The Veneto RegionThis book is part of the series "Italy Then and Now," which sheds light on the unique development of each of Italy's twenty regions. Focusing on Veneto, this particular volume uncovers its wonders and heritage. The book reveals Veneto's significant contributions to Italy's language, art, and culture, showcasing its profound influence on the nation's identity. The narrative takes readers through Veneto's historical journey, with a special focus on urban landscapes, landmarks, celebrities, wines, and culinary specialties, highlighting the blending of its rich history with its...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Liguria
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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This book highlights Italy's Ligurian region and discusses Famous Ligurians, Liguria through the Ages, Ligurian Dialect, Ligurian Food specialties with detailed recipes, regional wines, each of the Ligurian provinces with their major cities, landmarks and historic and current traditional events.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Tuscany
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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Gianni, a passionate cultural enthusiast, has returned to his roots in Italy and embarked on a mission to showcase the evolution of each region that has contributed to the beautiful country we know and love today. In this first installment of his series “Italy Then and Now”, Gianni takes readers on a journey through the breathtaking region of Tuscany. Tuscany is home to some of the world's most renowned visionaries, including Leonardo Da Vinci, whose legacy continues to inspire generations. The region is also famous for its wine and food, boasting some of the most delectable flavors in ...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Campania
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 6 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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This book is the latest installment of the enthralling series "Italy Then and Now," a collection that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the diverse regions of Italy. In this remarkable volume, I delve into the rich tapestry of Campania, unveiling its fascinating evolution over time, celebrating its notable historical and contemporary figures, and indulging in the region's unique culinary delights and exquisite wines. Campania, known as the beating heart of southern Italy, boasts a profound legacy that has shaped the nation's history and culture. Within its boundaries lie the...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Apulia (Puglia)
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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This edition spotlights the Southern-Italian region of Apulia (Puglia in Italian), blending tales of historical significance with modern-day marvels. Apulia, celebrated for its distinct cuisine and wines, has been and continues to be pivotal in shaping Italy's economic and political landscapes. Experience the vibrant cities, iconic sites, and momentous events that intertwine Apulia’s past and present, symbolizing the beauty and essence of Italy. Dive in and discover the tapestry of stories that make this region worthy to be included in your next travel to Italy.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Lazio - Rome
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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This is the 11th of a series of books I am releasing titled "Italy Then and Now," each dedicated to one of the twenty Italian regions. This book showcases the region of Lazio, home to Rome and the Vatican City, the evolution of the region and its cities over time, notable historical and contemporary figures, unique regional cuisine and wine specialties, the region's provinces and major cities, notable events, and important landmarks.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Veneto
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
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The Veneto RegionThis book is part of the series "Italy Then and Now," which sheds light on the unique development of each of Italy's twenty regions. Focusing on Veneto, this particular volume uncovers its wonders and heritage. The book reveals Veneto's significant contributions to Italy's language, art, and culture, showcasing its profound influence on the nation's identity. The narrative takes readers through Veneto's historical journey, with a special focus on urban landscapes, landmarks, celebrities, wines, and culinary specialties, highlighting the blending of its rich history with its...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Liguria
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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This book highlights Italy's Ligurian region and discusses Famous Ligurians, Liguria through the Ages, Ligurian Dialect, Ligurian Food specialties with detailed recipes, regional wines, each of the Ligurian provinces with their major cities, landmarks and historic and current traditional events.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Tuscany
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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Gianni, a passionate cultural enthusiast, has returned to his roots in Italy and embarked on a mission to showcase the evolution of each region that has contributed to the beautiful country we know and love today. In this first installment of his series “Italy Then and Now”, Gianni takes readers on a journey through the breathtaking region of Tuscany. Tuscany is home to some of the world's most renowned visionaries, including Leonardo Da Vinci, whose legacy continues to inspire generations. The region is also famous for its wine and food, boasting some of the most delectable flavors in ...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Abruzzo & Molise
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 5 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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In his latest series, Gianni delves deep into Italy's diverse regions, capturing their evolution and rich heritage. This edition spotlights the regions of Abruzzo and Molise, blending tales of historical significance with modern-day marvels. These regions, celebrated for their distinct cuisines and wines, have been pivotal in shaping Italy's economic and political landscapes. Experience the vibrant cities, iconic sites, and momentous events that intertwine Abruzzo and Molise's past and present, symbolizing the beauty and essence of Italy. Dive in and discover the tapestry of stories that ...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Lombardy
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Introducing the captivating fourth installment of the enthralling series "Italy Then and Now" - a collection that takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the diverse regions of Italy. In this remarkable volume, we delve into the rich tapestry of Lombardy, unveiling its fascinating evolution over time, celebrating its notable historical and contemporary figures, and indulging in the region's unique culinary delights and exquisite wines. Lombardy, known as the beating heart of northern Italy, boasts a profound legacy that has shaped the nation's history and culture. Within its ...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Marche & Umbria
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins
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In his latest series, Gianni delves deep into Italy's diverse regions, capturing their evolution and rich heritage. This edition spotlights the regions of Marche and Umbria, blending tales of historical significance with modern-day marvels. These regions, celebrated for their distinct cuisines and wines, have been pivotal in shaping Italy's economic and political landscapes. Experience the vibrant cities, iconic sites, and momentous events that intertwine Marche and Umbria's past and present epitomizing the beauty and essence of Italy. Dive in and discover the tapestry of stories that make ...
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Emilia-Romagna
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins
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This series of books showcases how each region in Italy has evolved over time to create the beautiful country that is so beloved today. This book highlights the wonders and history of a very special region, Emilia-Romagna. From developing one of the strongest economies in the country to playing an important role in developing Italy’s politics, this region has truly helped make the country what it is today. Dive into the region’s greatest cities, sites, and events and see for yourself how Its past and present weave together to create the splendor that is Emilia-Romagna.
By: Gianni Arcaini
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Italy Then and Now
- Basilicata and Calabria
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins
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This book is part of Gianni Arcaini's series entitled Italy Then and Now, which showcases how each region in Italy has evolved over time to create the beautiful country that is so beloved today. This book highlights the wonders and history of two very special regions– Basilicata and Calabria. From developing their own languages to playing important roles in Italy’s unification, these two regions truly helped make the country what it is today. Dive into Basilicata's and Calabria's greatest Celebrities, foods and exquisite wines, cities, sites, and events, and see for yourself how their ...
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Italy Then and Now
- SICILY
- By: Gianni Arcaini
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins
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Discover the soul of Sicily with Gianni Arcaini's captivating exploration in "Italy Then and Now: Sicily." Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Sicily, an island that has shaped the very heart of Italy through its unique language, pivotal role in national history, and integral part in the unification of Italy. "Italy Then and Now: Sicily" is your gateway to understanding the essence of this magnificent region. Experience the allure of Sicily's renowned celebrities, savor its mouthwatering cuisine and exquisite wines, and wander through its vibrant cities and breathtaking sites. This ...
By: Gianni Arcaini