Audiobooks by James Lincoln Collier

'Eyes Peeled' is the Isle of Man's first and only Detective Agency. Not much happens on the idyllic Island that needs detecting, so on the whole, the team is not the most adept. In fact, generally speaking, they're pretty useless. One of the agency's more eager employees is Sam Levy. Nearing forty, he's finally found a job he actually loves - even if he isn't particularly good at it. Okay, let's be honest. He's rubbish. Still, Sam's services are secured by persons unknown to track down a glamorous, yet mysterious, art dealer recently arrived on the sleepy Island. Her arrival itself isn't overly suspicious... but the international crime boss hot on her tail most certainly is! Sam is desperate to prove himself and impress his pretty colleague, but this investigation could end up putting him in rather a spot of bother, with our hero risking life, limb, and hairpiece! With this case, he could well have bitten off more than he can chew.

J C Williams, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Frazer Blaxland (Narrator)

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The Changing Face of American Society: 1945–2000

History is dramatic—and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling book aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, this volume explores far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes, and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. The Changing Face of American Society chronicles societal changes in the United States during the second half of the twentieth century, including the women’s movement, civil rights gains, technological innovations, and advances in medicine. This book summarizes the important themes that took place between the years 1945 and 2000 and what they mean to us now. “Although many history books for children aim only at an objective presentation of the facts, the Colliers have opted for interpretational history…by focusing on broad themes, the Colliers are able to show cause and effect over several decades and to make the sweep of time ‘bite-sized’ and intelligible.”—School Library Journal on A Century of Immigration

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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The United States in World War II: 1941-1945

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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The United States in the Cold War: 1945-1989

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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The United States Enters the World Stage: From the Alaska Purchase through World War I, 1867–1919

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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The Middle Road: American Politics, 1945–2000

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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Progressivism, the Great Depression, and the New Deal: 1901–1941

History is dramatic—and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Progressivism, the Great Depression, and the New Deal emphasizes economic trends and the role of the government in regard to the economy from the beginning of the twentieth century to America’s entry into World War II. The authors discuss the boom of the 1920s, the crash of 1929, the ensuing Depression, and the country’s response. Franklin D. Roosevelt’s “hundred day” and programs such as the works Progress Administration (WPA) are examined in detail. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes in the Drama of American History series explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes, and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. “Clearly written books… Excellent additions to history collections.”—School Library Journal

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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Reconstruction and the Rise of Jim Crow: 1864–1896

Reconstruction and Rise of Jim Crow describes the fallout of the Civil War, whose aftermath left the United States South angry and poor. This book details the struggles to decide how to deal with the newly freed slaves, through the years of Reconstruction, Jim Crow, sharecropping, and segregation. The story line also sets the stage for the country’s next battle, which is between the Jim Crow laws and the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments.

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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A Century of Immigration: 1820–1924

History is dramatic—and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. A Century of Immigration reviews the century of 1820 through 1920, in which there were two waves of immigration to the United States. This book discusses the varied motivations and nationalities of these new Americans, as well as the effects of mass immigration on the country as a whole, and the rise of antiforeign sentiments among more recent immigrants. “Although many history books for children aim only at an objective presentation of the facts, the Colliers have opted for interpretational history…by focusing on broad themes, the Colliers are able to show cause and effect over several decades and to make the sweep of time ‘bite-sized’ and intelligible.”—School Library Journal

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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Indians, Cowboys, and Farmers and the Battle for the Great Plains: 1865–1910

This is American history at its most basic. Believing that students get “lost in a swamp of factual information,” the Colliers survey the essential concepts of settling the Great Plains, without a great deal of detail. For example, in describing the sequence of events that led to the Grattan Massacre, there is no mention of date, location, or names of the people involved. Without prior knowledge, readers would not know it was the Grattan Massacre. Topics addressed include Native American history prior to contact with whites and conflicts with settlers and the military, ranching and cowboys, railroads, and reform movements that sought to help farmers and regulate big business. While the focus of this book is on political and institutional history, it does mention the contributions of women and minorities. The illustrative material-photographs, campaign posters, political cartoons, advertisements, graphs, maps, and reproductions of paintings by famous Western artists George Catlin, Charles Russell, and Frederic Remington-is outstanding. References to other books in the series that further explain a topic are scattered throughout the text.

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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The Rise of Industry, 1860-1900

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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The Rise of the Cities: 1820–1920

History is dramatic—and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes, and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. The Rise of the Cities discusses the factors leading to the settlement and growth of cities in the United States and examines some of the social problems that are part of city life. The authors explore the role of technological advances, governing strategies, and social welfare. “Continuing the Colliers’ noteworthy series, The Drama of American History, these volumes concentrate on what the authors call ‘the basic themes of the American story’…Two highly readable and informative volumes.”—Booklist

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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