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It’s not everyday that you can meet the emperors of times past. That’s why this book is special. It does not only list down the names of the emperors who ruled the Roman Empire, there are interesting facts to match them, too....

Learn about the life of John Muir and his advocacy. Understand the significance of his actions in conserving the ecology. Learning from inspiring stories is one way to ensure lessons are picked up and well understood. Encourage an appreciation for lives lived to the fullest. Begin listening today.

Be inspired by the life and works of Galileo Galilei. It is because of his valuable contributions to art and science that Galileo lives on, even centuries after his death. Learning about his life can challenge students. Lessons can be picked up from this incredible resource. Grab a copy today!

How can a peasant boy become a mighty emperor? You will know by listening to the life story of Emperor Justinian I, also known as Saint Justinian the Great. Was it sheer luck that brought him to the palace, or was it fate? What lessons can be learned from his life story? Find out today!

What good will learning about Fidel Castro and his Communist Marxist government do? It will create a solid foundation that will help in the deep understanding of Fidel’s government. The purpose of biography stories is to learn from decisions made in the past, especially if those decisions changed the course of history. Grab a copy today!

What life did Maximilien Robespierre live? How did his actions change an entire nation? Listening to historical facts is an interesting way to learn from the events of the past. It’s important to know what happened to rationalize the events of the present times and to also accurately predict what will happen in the future. Get a copy of this book today!

Who was Ponce de Leon, and did he find the Fountain of Youth? In this book, you’re going to learn about the story of Ponce de Leon. In particular, you will be investigating his role in the settlement of Florida....

Train your child to be a future investigator starting with the realization of historical facts that shape the present. This book features the life and times of Samuel de Champlain, particularly his role as the father of the New France. But how did he do it? What are his other adventures and discoveries? Find out by listening to this book today.

This book will introduce you to the Spanish conquistadors. You will get to learn about their adventures in general and the specific explorations of some of the most popular explorers. Learning about the life and accomplishments of those who “made it” to history books will give you lessons that you can use to better your life. So what are you waiting for? Be inspired. Listen to this book today!

King Hammurabi graced history books because of his Code of Law. The Code of Law sets the standards for punishments to meet the requirements of justice. In this book, you will learn about the great King Hammurabi, the man behind the Code of Law. This book will make an interesting addition to your child’s learning condition. Grab a copy today.

Let’s talk about the 19th century as a time when much of our necessities were answered with technology. Let’s talk about the 19th century with answers to economic riddles. This biography book for fifth graders features the likes of The Wright Brothers, Samuel F. Morse, Louis Braille, Elijah McCoy, Madam CJ Walker, and Alexander Graham Bell. Listen to their stories. Begin today.

Alexander Graham Bell opened the doors to improving telecommunications between humans. He invented the telephone, and the inventors after him kept making new and better versions. Listening about his life will reveal the challenges he had to overcome. Such revelation could also improve how you deal with problems today.

William Shakespeare was a phenomenal poet. He lived for words, and his words live for him. But how did he become the great William Shakespeare? Was he born a poet, or was he made one? What influenced him to create epic stories? Where did he get his inspirations? Know the answers and more by listening to his biography today!

During the heat of the American Revolution, Thomas Paine created and distributed a pamphlet of Common Sense. What was written in that pamphlet? Why did Thomas Paine call it Common Sense? This inspiring historic book features the life and times of Thomas Paine, while highlighting his contributions in the revolution.

You've probably heard stories about Genghis Khan from other people. We'd bet such stories weren't really nice. Today, we're not going to jump into conclusions and believe all the tales we hear. Instead, we're going to really dive into the life of Genghis Khan. Perhaps, by getting to know his true story, we'll better understand his decisions.

Marco Polo was only a young boy when he joined his uncle and father in a journey to Asia. You can pretty much say that he was born to see the world. By listening about his life story, your child might be encouraged to explore the world, too. It will also open your child’s eyes to the realizations of geographic and cultural differences. Meet Marco Polo today!

Charles Lindbergh was a fearless aviator, inventor, environmental activist, and explorer. He lived a very busy yet highly fulfilling life. What adventures will his story tell you? What great achievements did he accomplish? You can learn about his life within this biography book for young listeners. Do you think you can be as great as Charles Lindbergh someday?

Get to meet Marquis Lafayette, a French aristocrat who fought in the American Revolutionary War. Marquis began to lead a life worthy of mention in history books when he was just 13 years old. Learning about the life of historical figures will help children better understand the past. Allow your fourth grader a glimpse into the economic and social situations at the time, as well as cultures and traditions.

It was under the leadership of Pericles that the golden age of Athenian culture began. He was, indeed, a great leader and stateman if you focus on his accomplishments. This book will introduce the man that Pericles was, including his flaws. The purpose of a biography book is to show you that amazing things can be achieved if you work hard. What lessons can be learned from Pericles’ story?

Yes, your child can dream, and with hardwork, those dreams can turn into reality. Deliver the stories of these famous entrepreneurs to tickle interest and push dreams forward. Listening to the story of how success came to certain people is not only inspiring, it’s also rich in lessons. Listen and learn. Get a copy of this book today!