In this companion course to Famous Greeks, Professor Fears retells the lives of the remarkable individuals, the statesmen, thinkers, warriors, and writers, who shaped the history of the Roman Empire and, by extension, our own history and culture. 24 lectures of 30 minutes - 150 mb - mp3 REUPLOAD NEEDED
Taught by Jonathan Steinberg University of Pennsylvania Ph.D., Cambridge University
Thirty-five of the most influential people who lived during the 200 most difficult years in the history of the West form the subject of this dramatically different course. Who were these artists, writers, scientists, and leaders in the context of history? How and why did their lives shape our times and reflect their own?
All About History is the stunningly realised new magazine from the makers of How It Works and All About Space. Featuring beautiful illustrations, photos and graphics depicting everything from ancient civilisations to the Cold War, All About History is accessible and entertaining to all and makes history fun for the whole family.
History of War is a brand new monthly history magazine with a clear focus on the conflicts, campaigns and battles that have shaped the world we live in today. Launching in the centenary year of World War I, it examines the history of military struggle and might since the dawn of civilisation. Covering the politics, mechanics, strategies and machines of war, it brings this dramatic aspect of history to life. It will feature the stories of great commanders, soldiers and those operating behind the scenes providing assistance to the men fighting on the front.
Alex Ferguson: My Autobiography (2013) [audiobook EN] [mp3@32
Includes a prelude read by Sir Alex Ferguson The celebratory, revealing, inspiring and entertaining autobiography of the greatest manager in the history of British football. Sir Alex announced his retirement as manager of Manchester United after 27 years in the role. He has gone out in a blaze of glory, with United winning the Premier League for the 13th time, and he is widely considered to be the greatest manager in the history of British football.