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Mythos is a modern collection of Greek myths, stylishly retold by legendary writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Fry. Fry transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder. This stunning book...

The legendary Stephen Fry retells the adventures of Odysseus for the fourth and final installment in his internationally bestselling Greek Myths series. Odysseus’s journey from the battlefields of Troy to his home in Ithaca is one of the greatest stories ever told. From the lotus-eaters to the...

In this sequel to the bestselling Mythos, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry moves from the exploits of the Olympian gods to the deeds of mortal heroes. Perseus. Jason. Atalanta. Theseus. Heracles. Rediscover the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths. Whether recounting a...

Mary Beard narrates the unprecedented rise of a civilization that even 2,000 years later still shapes many of our most fundamental assumptions about power....

In this brilliant conclusion to his bestselling Mythos trilogy, legendary author and actor Stephen Fry retells the tale of the Trojan War. Full of tragic heroes, intoxicating love stories, and the unstoppable force of fate, there is no conflict more iconic than the Trojan War. Troy is the story...

The Roman Republic was the most remarkable state in history. What began as a small community of peasants camped among marshes and hills ended up ruling the known world.

Embark on a journey to the very beginning of writing as a tool of language and see how the many threads of history and linguistics came together to create the alphabet that forms the foundation of English writing....

“MENZIES [IS] PROPOUNDING ONE OF THE MOST REVOLUTIONARY IDEAS IN THE HISTORY OF HISTORY.” —New York Times Magazine New York Times bestselling historian Gavin Menzies presents newly uncovered evidence revealing, conclusively, that “the lost city of Atlantis” was not only real but also...

A lively and engaging narrative history showing the common threads in the cultures that gave birth to our own....

“Superb....Augustus is a first-rate popular biography by a skilled and knowing hand.” (Washington Post) Caesar Augustus created the Roman Empire and forever associated the name Caesar with power. Heir to Julius Caesar, he thrust himself into the middle of Roman politics at its most violent...

In The Golden Road, revered historian William Dalrymple corrects the record, telling the captivating story of ancient India’s ascent through a swift and breathtaking tour of the ideas and places Indians created. Treks into the depths of cave monasteries illuminate the origins and spread of Buddhism.

Erich von Däniken's Chariots of the Gods is a work of monumental importance....

Millions of readers have thrilled to bestselling authors Bill O'Reilly and historian Martin Dugard's Killing Kennedy and Killing Lincoln, page-turning works of nonfiction that have changed the way we read history. The basis for the 2015 television film available on streaming. Now the iconic...

Here in a single volume is the entire, unabridged recording of Gibbon's masterpiece....

Here, anthropologist David Graeber presents a stunning reversal of conventional wisdom: He shows that before there was money, there was debt....

The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer brings to life the most intriguing woman in the history of the world: Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt. Her palace shimmered with onyx, garnets, and gold, but was richer still in political and sexual intrigue. Above all else, Cleopatra was a shrewd...

A groundbreaking dive into the role psychedelics have played in the origins of Western civilization, and the real-life quest for the Holy Grail that could shake the Church to its foundations....

Do you know how many wives Zeus had? Or how the famous Trojan War was caused by one beautiful lady? Or how Thor got his hammer? Give your imagination a real treat. This Mega Mythology Collection of eight audiobooks is for you....

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Richard Armitage, star of Peter Jackson'sThe Hobbit trilogy and also known for his roles in Ocean's 8 and Spooks. This definitive recording includes an Introduction by Diskin Clay. Originally written only for his personal...

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This audiobook narrated by acclaimed archaeologist and best-selling author Eric Cline offers a breathtaking account of how the collapse of an ancient civilized world ushered in the first Dark Ages....

Graham Hancock's multi-million bestseller Fingerprints of the Gods remains an astonishing, deeply controversial, wide-ranging investigation of the mysteries of our past and the evidence for Earth's lost civilization. Twenty years on, Hancock returns with the sequel to his seminal work....

Among the many important historical documents from the Classical world of Greece and Rome The Antiquities of the Jews by Flavius Josephus is one of the most distinctive and characterful....

Dive into the timeless tales of gods and heroes in this bestselling A-to-Z encyclopedia detailing classic myths and legends—perfect for curious readers and academics alike. Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and...

Here, you will meet the fascinating, ancient polytheistic peoples of the Mediterranean and beyond, their many gods and goddesses, and their public and private worship practices, as you come to appreciate the foundational role religion played in their lives....

Explore the legends, gods, and cosmic cycles that defined one of the most powerful civilizations in the Americas. Far from a dry academic text, Myths, Gods, and Rituals of Aztec Mythology brings these ancient stories to life with vivid detail and cultural insight. Listeners are introduced to the core beliefs of the Aztec people, including their view of the cosmos, the importance of rituals, and their reverence for nature's forces. Through simple yet powerful storytelling, Matthew Torres offers a beginner-friendly entry point into one of history's most fascinating mythologies.

For six hundred years, the city of Carthage dominated the western Mediterranean. Founded in the ninth century BCE as a small colonial outpost, by the third, it had grown into the area's largest, richest empire. When, inevitably, it clashed with Rome for supremacy over the region, the conflict spanned over one century, three wars, and forty-three years of active fighting. After Carthage fell, the city was razed, and the tale of its defeat became a mere foundation stone in Rome's legend.

Discourses on Livy, written in 1531, is as essential to understanding Machiavelli as his famous treatise, The Prince. Equally controversial, it reveals his fundamental preference for a republican state. Comparing the practice of the ancient Romans with that of his contemporaries provided Machiavelli with a consistent point of view in all his works. Machiavelli's close analysis of Livy's history of Rome led him to advance his most original and outspoken view of politics--the belief that a healthy political body was characterized by social friction and conflict rather than by rigid stability.

Why are we so fascinated by pyramids? Is it their massive scale, the mystery of their construction, or their mystical quality—rooted in the earth yet pointing to the heavens? In the 12 lectures of Pyramids of the World, archaeologist and anthropologist Dr. Karen Bellinger, answers “yes” to all these questions and more. She explains that the pyramid form appears across a wide range of cultures and eras, often developing independently in societies with no contact. In fact, in many ways its creation by human civilization seems almost inevitable.

The Leader Who Challenged an Empire She’s been called a seductress, a queen, a schemer, and blamed for the fall of Egypt. But who was Cleopatra, really? In a time ruled by men and massive empires, Cleopatra VII didn’t just survive, she ruled. Her name shows up in all the history books, but most of those stories came from people who wanted her erased. This book cuts through the noise and gets to the real woman behind the legend. A sharp thinker. A bold leader. A queen who risked everything to keep her kingdom alive while the world around her fell apart. From dodging deadly family ...

Discover the remarkable history of the Fall of the Roman Empire... At its height, the Roman Empire was the largest and most powerful empire ever seen in the Western world. It covered 2 million square miles (5 million square kilometers) of territory, where a population of over 80 million was protected by a disciplined, well-trained army of almost half a million troops. By the third century, the empire had become so vast that it was effectively divided into two parts: the Western Empire, including the city of Rome, and an Eastern Empire governed from the city of Nicomedia in present-day Turkey.

Discover the remarkable life of Mithridates VI Eupator... Have you ever heard of Mithridates VI Eupator? Don’t feel bad if you haven’t—the name doesn’t exactly roll right off your tongue. Nevertheless, Mithridates was indeed one of the mightiest leaders of the ancient world. This was a man who made himself immune to poison by consuming deadly toxins daily, earning him the nickname “the Poison King.” He spoke over twenty languages fluently and ruled an empire that stretched from the Black Sea coast of Anatolia to the distant shores of Crimea.

What if history isn't a timeline, but a cycle? The most explosive investigation into The Lost Empire of Tartaria has been reborn. Completely expanded and updated for 2026, this new edition is now twice the size of the original, evolving from a theoretical exploration, into a massive forensic audit of our reality. With over double the content, dozens of new visual proofs, and groundbreaking data, this volume provides the definitive evidence that a global advanced civilization was systematically erased from our collective memory. WHAT’S NEW IN THIS MASSIVE UPDATED EDITION? THE GIZA ...

In this Second Level of Learning, our multidimensional journey takes us to Sirius and Orion. We examine how these two cosmic empires have shaped human evolution and continue to do so. In great detail, we go into how these empires operate and why they keep fighting each other after many millions of years, and how homo sapiens as a soul group has been given amnesia, used as cannon fodder for the two empires. Humans did not evolve from apes or other mammals — we were genetically modified by these extraterrestrials, using advanced technology to alter our DNA, leaving only about 4-5% of our ...

The Rise and Fall of Great Powers, Told Through the Stories That Made Them Matter What if you could travel through thousands of years of history, without ever leaving your chair? This two-in-one book brings together the dramatic rise and fall of world-shaping empires and the fascinating stories behind the world’s oldest civilizations. From ancient armies to lost cities, from real revolutions to the myths that still shape us today, this book pulls you into the moments that mattered most. Two manuscripts in one book: History of Empires: An Enthralling Journey through the Rise and Fall of ...

Uncover the secrets of the ancient world with Ancient Empires trivia and amazing facts, a captivating book that brings history’s greatest civilizations to life through mind-blowing facts and entertaining trivia. From powerful emperors and legendary warriors to lost cities and astonishing battles, this book is perfect for anyone who loves ancient history, world civilizations, and fascinating discoveries. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, trivia lover, student, or lifelong learner, this book offers an engaging way to test your knowledge while learning something new on every page. ...

Leadership doesn’t usually fail people. It exhausts them. The pressure to make constant decisions, manage emotions, your own and everyone else’s, and lead through uncertainty can quietly wear down even the most capable leaders. Over time, confidence erodes, reactions replace clarity, and leadership begins to feel heavier than it should. The Calm Leader offers a practical, grounded approach to leadership rooted in Stoic thinking and modern leadership realities. This book shows you how to stay calm under pressure, make better decisions without overthinking, and lead with confidence ...

In the deserts and highlands of Peru, ancient remains have raised questions that refuse to disappear. Elongated skulls unlike known human variation. Burial sites tied to persistent indigenous memory. Monumental landscapes aligned with the sky, appearing suddenly in the archaeological record. For over a century, these anomalies have been cataloged, classified, and explained—yet never fully resolved. The Silent Visitors is not a book that claims answers. It is a book that examines why certain questions remain unasked.

Before modern history, before religion as we know it, before the idea of an all-powerful, unseen God, there were other stories, written in stone, etched into clay, and later rewritten into scripture. Book One begins where everything starts: the ancient world. By examining Sumerian, Babylonian, and Akkadian records alongside the earliest biblical texts, this book questions one of humanity’s most deeply held assumptions, that the gods described in scripture were divine in nature at all. Instead, it treats these figures as physical beings recorded by early civilisations, later elevated into ...

History books can lie. Rocks don’t; they tell us the real story. We have been taught that civilization began slowly—that the Ancient Egyptians were simple farmers who suddenly learned to stack millions of stones with copper chisels and hemp ropes. We are told the Great Pyramid was a tomb, the Sphinx is a portrait of a pharaoh, and the granite boxes of the Serapeum were for burying bulls. But the stone tells a different story. In The Forbidden Truth of Ancient Egypt, researcher Mohamed Elshenawy dismantles the official narrative—not with speculation, but with hard evidence. By ...

They arrive without names. They leave without explanation. And yet they changed the story forever. In the Gospel of Matthew, the Wise Men appear briefly—foreign sages from the East, guided by a star, bearing gifts for a child they call king. No number is given. No names are spoken. They are not called kings. They do not arrive at a manger. They simply recognize, kneel, and depart. What follows over the next two thousand years is one of the most remarkable transformations in religious history. In The Wise Men: From Eastern Magi to Christmas Kings, Philippe Faucon traces how a handful of ...

In Search of Giants Across ancient texts, global legends, and modern discoveries, one mystery refuses to die: giants. In Search of Giants follows F.K. Sterling on a sweeping investigation into the possibility that enormous, highly advanced beings once walked the earth, shaping early civilizations, building impossible structures, and leaving traces in our DNA. Drawing on archaeology, folklore, and emerging genetic research, Sterling explores whether a forgotten pre-Flood culture of giants may have been humanity’s first teachers. From megalithic engineering to early astronomy, the evidence ...

Rome didn't fall in a day—it took centuries. The Bronze Age world collapsed in a single generation. The Maya walked away from their cities and never returned. What do these catastrophes have in common? More than you'd expect. The Collapse Pattern examines history's greatest civilizational failures—from the world's first empire in Akkad to the slow unraveling of Rome—to uncover the recurring patterns that appear again and again when complex societies destroy themselves. You'll discover: Why increasing complexity often causes the problems it was meant to solve How climate stress ...

You awaken under a sky you do not recognize, breathing air that feels centuries younger. The familiar world of the 21st century has vanished, leaving you stranded and alone in the heart of Han Dynasty China, a civilization at its zenith of power and cultural sophistication. This guide is your key to navigating this vibrant and perilous world, where your modern knowledge is both a source of potential salvation and a fatal secret. Before you can leverage the wisdom of the future, you must first master the art of erasing it. Your very posture, your casual eye contact, and the fabric of your ...

THE LAST VESSEL Noah’s Ark, the Flood, and the Greatest Lost Artifact in Human History What if the most famous vessel in human history was never meant to be found? For thousands of years, one question has haunted faith, science, and history alike: Did Noah’s Ark truly exist—and if so, where is it now? In The Last Vessel, historian and investigative author James Miller Francis takes readers deep into one of the most enduring and controversial mysteries ever recorded. This is not a book of blind belief or sensational claims. It is a meticulous, gripping investigation—one that treats ...

Immaginate di partire assieme a Giulio Cesare e alle sue legioni. È il 58 a.C., la Gallia è una terra lontana, abitata da popolazioni bellicose, mai domate, che hanno già inflitto dolorose sconfitte ai Romani. Ma è anche una terra ricca e prospera. Giulio Cesare vuole conquistarla, per sé e per Roma, e per farlo è disposto ad affrontare ogni avversità: estenuanti marce nella neve e battaglie sanguinose, intrighi di palazzo e tradimenti, ponti da costruire e flotte da creare da zero, foreste che si dicono stregate e santuari con scheletri decapitati.

The first philosophers emerged in ancient Greece, thinkers who sought answers to how the natural world worked without invoking the actions of gods and heroes as causes - this was the birth of rational thinking. Socrates was one of the earliest and most influential philosophers from that period to think about the human condition, questions of ethics and morals, aiming to discern between appearance and reality.

When truth can start a war, who dares to speak it? Fresh from unmasking murder and corruption in Babylon, merchant-investigator Nabium hopes to return to his ledgers and quiet profits. But a royal summons shatters his peace. The Egyptian envoy, Counselor Neferhotep, has died soon after leaving Babylon—and whispers in Pharaoh’s court name Nebuchadnezzar as his killer. If the accusation stands, two of the greatest powers of the ancient world will collide. Sent openly as Babylon’s envoy, Nabium must walk into Thebes—the city of towering temples and living-god Pharaoh Apries—under a ...

The Living Spirit of Inquiry explores the deep, timeless questions that lie at the heart of the human experience. With a focus on spiritual philosophy, mythic wisdom, and sacred reflection, this volume invites readers into a journey of meaningful questioning, inner awareness, and contemplative practice.

Byzantine chant studies have long fascinated scholars due to its rich history and unique musical elements. This author's study originated from an initial interest in Byzantine chant for a film project, evolving into a comprehensive academic investigation. By immersing in the Byzantine chant community and learning its notation, the author gained valuable insights shaping the analytical framework of this study. This report examines how integrating Byzantine chant into Western choral music has contributed to contemporary compositions, offering a unique blend of musical traditions.