Títulos en Historia

Famous Heroes of the American West is a lively account of the "Wild West" and its renowned figures, narrated with vigor by Adam Sims. The lives of Davy Crockett, Christopher Kit" Carson, Calamity Jane, and Sitting Bull, among others, are explored in detail. Their exploits, adventures, and alliances make for fascinating listening.

Una de las líneas más citadas dentro de la historia de los Estados Unidos es el derecho que todos los hombres tienen a "la vida, la libertad y la búsqueda de la felicidad". Es en los documentos fundadores de los Estados Unidos de América que este país encuentra su gran espíritu. Escuche estos documentos en su totalidad traducidos al el español. La Declaración de Independencia (1776), La Constitución de Los Estados Unidos de América (1778) y La Declaración de Derechos (1791).

Un nonno, quattro nipoti e un viaggio in Grecia. E, poiché il nonno è professore di Letteratura greca, il viaggio si trasforma in un'occasione speciale per conoscere le radici classiche della nostra cultura. Atene, Delfi, Olimpia, Itaca e Micene sono le tappe dell'itinerario percorso; luoghi bellissimi dove rimangono ancora tracce evidenti e suggestive: resti archeologici, legati alle memorie letterarie. Il nonno descrive a Giorgio, Luciana, Andrea e Sara ciò che si trova davanti ai loro occhi e il racconto si sposta poi alla storia e all'epica che da questi luoghi sono evocate.

This audiobook explores the Invasion of Normandy of World War II. Authoritative text, engaging discussion topics, and questions to prompt critical thinking make this an exciting and informative short audiobook. 

April 13, 1970: Two hundred thousand miles from Earth and counting, an explosion rips through Jim Lovell's spacecraft. The crippled ship hurtles toward the moon at three times the speed of sound, losing power and leaking oxygen into space. Lovell and his crew were two days from the dream of a lifetime - walking on the surface of moon. Now, they will count themselves lucky to set foot on Earth again.

Ride along with Rollo, the raider who spent decades laying waste to France and whose descendants eventually would rule over much of Europe. Rule with Olga of Kyiv, the most letha saint in history. Learn the incredible stories behind Erik the Red’s and Leif Erikson’s adventures in the New World. And hold on tight for the unbelievable adventures of Harald Hardrada, whose exploits are like a Viking’s greatest hits.

Roald Dahl, el gran autor de literatura infantil, narra en Volando solo los acontecimientos más fascinantes de su vida. La vida de Roald Dahl estuvo siempre marcada por las ansias de aventuras, en este libro recogió algunos de los acontecimientos más emocionantes de su vida: las increíbles experiencias como piloto de combate en la Segunda Guerra Mundial, el placer de volar, la camaradería en tiempos difíciles y la exótica belleza de sus viajes por África.

Partons à la découverte de Cléopâtre, ce personnage de légende, à la beauté éclatante. Reine d'Egypte, cultivée, ambitieuse et intelligente, Cléopâtre influence son époque. Elle est aimée par Jules César maître de Rome, et finit par entrer dans l'Histoire par sa destinée tragique.

When most of us go for a walk, a single sense-sight- tends to dominate our experience. But when New York Times-bestselling author and expert navigator Tristan Gooley goes for a walk, he uses all five senses to read everything nature has to offer. A single lowly weed can serve as his compass...

Willemoesgade findes både i København, Aarhus, Esbjerg, Assens, Marstal og Aalborg. Men hvem var det nu lige, Willemoes var? Søhelten Peter Willemoes er blot en af de farvestrålende personligheder - sammen med bl.a. Valdemar Sejr, Niels Ebbesen og Tordenskjold - som Asser Amdisen fortæller...

In this study of amazing breadth, the author draws a vividly detailed picture of the year 1861 both in the US and abroad. The national scene is depicted in light of the larger context of the world community rather than as an isolated set of events. Spanning four countries, the US, England, China...

Here is the whole story of Abraham Lincoln, told briefly and simply, yet with warmth and understanding. The author's dramatic illustrations play an important part in giving a true feeling of the president and the man. Foster's Initial Biographies, while written for young readers, have a...

This nonfiction audiobook for young listeners ages 7-10 reveals the true story of General George Washington’s brave decision to inoculate his troops against smallpox during the American Revolution. General George Washington and his ragtag army are preparing to battle the powerful British...

From A to Z, this delightful alphabet book introduces children to the sights, symbols, and values that make the Forty Acres of the University of Texas at Austin truly special. Each letter opens the door to a new adventure-highlighting iconic landmarks, beloved traditions, and moments of Longhorn pride that inspire curiosity, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Young listeners will delight in discovering everything from Bevo and burnt orange to the Tower standing tall at the heart of campus.

Embárcate en un viaje en el tiempo por el mítico río Nilo y transforma la historia antigua en una aventura fascinante. Ideal para escuchar en familia durante un trayecto en coche o en tardes de curiosidad compartida, esta experiencia de audio atrapa a los pequeños exploradores desde el...

小学生のうちに知っておくと中学生以降の歴史がもっと楽しくなる！ 大人の学び直しにも最適！！ 第31回で紹介するのは、武将たちの争いが絶えなかった戦国時代の文化を深堀していこう！というシリーズ企画の第二弾「南蛮貿易&キリシタンと天正遣欧少年使節」。

小学生のうちに知っておくと中学生以降の歴史がもっと楽しくなる！ 大人の学び直しにも最適！！ 第32回で紹介するのは、武将たちの争いが絶えなかった戦国時代の文化を深堀していこう！というシリーズ企画の第三弾「茶の湯と千利休」。

Beginning with Thomas Jefferson's rough draft for the Declaration of Independence, events in the years around 1776 saw the struggle for the United State's freedom as a new country. In Year of Independence, 1776, Genevieve Foster uses a horizontal history to write for the younger reader a history...

As a young man of 16, George helped survey the wilderness beyond the Blue Ridge Mountains, keeping a journal of everything he saw. A few years later he inherited Mount Vernon from his older brother Lawrence, whom he idolized. Over the decades he took part in the French and Indian War, attended...

Bloomsbury presents Letters from Fantastically Great Women by Kate Pankhurst read by Harriet Carmichael, Susan Momoko-Hingley, Julia Krynke, Jeannette Robinson and Stephanie Ocampo "A must-have for anybody - girl or boy, man or woman" Books for Keeps on Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the...