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Tutankhamun's Tomb: The Famous Burial Site with Jewelry, Gold, and Treasures

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. King Tutankhamun, commonly referred to as King Tut, served as an ancient Egyptian pharaoh, reigning at the close of the 18th Dynasty, around 1332–1323 BC in traditional chronology, during the New Kingdom of Egypt. Akhenaten, identified through the discovery of his mummy in tomb KV55, is believed to be his father, while his mother, the mysterious mummy known as 'The Younger Lady' in KV35, was determined through DNA testing to be his father's sister. Ascending the throne at the tender age of eight or nine,Tutankhamun owed his kingship to the unparalleled viziership of his eventual successor, Ay, who may have had familial ties with him. He entered matrimony with Ankhesenamun, his paternal half-sister, and tragically lost two daughters during their union —one in the fifth or sixth month of pregnancy and the other shortly after full-term birth. The names Tutankhaten and Tutankhamun are thought to represent 'Living image of Aten' and 'Living image of Amun,' respectively, as Amun took precedence after Akhenaten's demise. While some Egyptologists contest this translation, proposing alternatives like 'The-life-of-Aten-is-pleasing' or 'One-perfect-of-life-is-Aten.'

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Matt G (Narrator)

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The Book of the Dead: History of the Ancient Egyptian Mortuary Texts Collection

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. The ancient Egyptian mortuary text known as the Book of the Dead had its heyday from the onset of the New Kingdom (around 1550 BCE) until approximately 50 BCE. Crafted on papyrus, this collection of magical spells, coined as the 'Book,' aimed to guide the departed through the Duat, or underworld, into the realm beyond. It represented an amalgamation of texts contributed by various priests over nearly 1,000 years. Stored within the deceased's coffin or burial chamber, the Book of the Dead marked a continuation of funerary literature, succeeding the Pyramid Texts and Coffin Texts, which were inscribed on items rather than papyrus. Some spells within the book dated back to the third millennium BCE, while others emerged during the Third Intermediate Period (11th to 7th centuries BCE). These spells, once inscribed on tomb walls and sarcophagi, eventually found their place in the Book of the Dead.

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Marcus G (Narrator)

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The Hyksos: The Famous Kings of the Fifteenth Dynasty of Egypt

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In the realm of modern Egyptology, the term Hyksos designates the rulers of Egypt's Fifteenth Dynasty, reigning around 1650–1550 BC. These sovereigns held sway from Avaris in the Nile delta, extending their rule from Lower to Middle Egypt, reaching as far as Cusae. Ethnically, the term Hyksos denotes individuals potentially of West Semitic or Levantine origin, as per the Aegyptiaca—a historical account of Egypt composed by the Greco-Egyptian priest and historian Manetho in the 3rd century BC. While Manetho portrayed the Hyksos as invaders and tyrants, contemporary Egyptology challenges this depiction. Alternatively, the Hyksos era might have followed the presence of Canaanite groups gradually settling in the Nile delta, potentially breaking away from Egypt's faltering and tumultuous governance during the Thirteenth Dynasty. The Hyksos period marked the first instance of foreign monarchs dominating Egypt. Details of their reign remain elusive, encompassing the extent of their empire and the names and sequence of their rulers. The Hyksos adopted numerous Levantine and Canaanite customs, alongside Egyptian practices. They are often credited with introducing technological innovations such as the horse and chariot, the sickle sword, and the composite bow, although these claims are subject to debate.

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Madison G (Narrator)

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Pyramids of Giza: History and Background of Egypt’s Most Famous Structures

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Various theories have emerged regarding the processes involved in constructing Egyptian pyramids. Notably, the construction methods evolved over time, with later pyramids differing from their older counterparts, indicating a progression in techniques. The predominant building theories suggest that large stones were carved from quarries using copper chisels, then transported and lifted into place. However, much debate surrounds the procedures employed to move and arrange these colossal stones. Controversies extend to the type of workforce engaged and persist in debates on construction methodologies. While the Greeks, many years later, speculated that the pyramids were erected using slave labor, contemporary archaeologists propose that tens of thousands of skilled laborers camped near the pyramids. These workers likely received compensation or worked as part of a tax payment system (levy) until the construction's completion, a conclusion drawn from the discovery of workers' tombs in 1990. Notably, foreign labor from Canaan was employed in constructing the Middle Kingdom Pyramid of Amenemhat II, as documented in the king's annal stone.

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Madison G (Narrator)

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Ancient Egypt: History of the Pyramids, the Book of the Dead, the Hyksos, Cleopatra, Tombs, and More

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. This is a combo with 7 short books that all add up to one big one. The topics concern the ancient civilization of Egypt. The topics are as follows: Ancient Nubia Cleopatra Kingdom of Kush Pyramids of Giza The Book of the Dead The Hyksos Tutankhamun's Tomb

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Marcus G (Narrator)

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[German] - Learn German Fast for Beginners: Easy-to-Follow Essential Guide on Quickly Learning Basic

Gerlinde Derichs (Author), Frieda Knezek (Narrator)

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[German] - China to go: Wirtschaft, Gesellschaft, Kultur - 100 innovative Trends und erhellende Einb

TikTok und Gaming, Wasserknappheit und virtuelle Popstars, autonomes Fahren und fleischloses Fleisch: Wissenswertes über China kurz und informativ - von Chinakenner und Bestsellerautor Frank Sieren Der Wirtschaftsjournalist und herausragende Chinakenner Frank Sieren berichtet seit fast 30 Jahren aus Peking über Wirtschaft, Politik, Gesellschaft und Alltag der aufstrebenden Weltmacht. In seinem neuen Buch erklärt er in kurzen, prägnanten Texten selbst komplexe Zukunftstrends anschaulich, schildert Neues und Überraschendes, Ausgefallenes und Alltägliches, Rätselhaftes und Selbstverständliches aus der Mitte einer Gesellschaft, die zwischen autoritärem Sozialismus und technologischer Überschallmodernisierung, individueller Entfaltung und sozialer Überwachung schwankt. Entwicklungen, die wir kennen sollten, weil sie auch für unser Leben wichtig sind oder werden könnten. Ideal für alle, die sich schnell informieren möchten, die auf die eine oder andere Weise mit China zu tun haben oder einfach neugierig auf das Land sind.

Frank Sieren (Author), Frank Sieren (Narrator)

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Ancient Rhodes: The Island with One of the Seven Wonders of the World

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Rhodes, the chief of Greece's Dodecanese archipelago, stands as the historic capital of the cluster. The island operates as a separate municipality within the regional unit of Rhodes, a constituent part of the administrative sector of the South Aegean. Serving as both the largest town and the seat of the municipality is Rhodes. To put it in perspective, in 2011, the population of the city of Rhodes was 50,636. It's located to the northeast of Crete and southeast of Athens. Rhodes has earned various monikers such as The Island of the Sun, paying homage to its patron sun god Helios, The Pearl Island, and The Island of the Knights, a nod to the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem who held sway over the island from 1310 to 1522. An ancient marvel, the Colossus of Rhodes, part of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, graces the island's landscape. The Medieval Old Town of Rhodes has garnered UNESCO's recognition as a World Heritage Site, solidifying its status as one of Europe's premier tourist destinations. Around the 16th century BC, the Minoans made their presence known on Rhodes, and Greek mythology weaves tales of the Telchines, a native Rhodian race, linking the island with Danaus. It was often referred to as Telchinis. The Mycenaean Greeks entered the scene around the 15th century BCE, marking the end of the Bronze Age collapse, with initial external engagements involving Cyprus.

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Archie G (Narrator)

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Ancient Greece: History of Sparta, Rhodes, Athens, the Minoans and the Greek (9 in 1)

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. This bundle of books consist of nine different titles, all relating to Greek history. The titles are these: Ancient Rhodes Athens History Hellenistic Age Mycenaeans Sparta The Cimmerians The Minoans The Oracle of Delphi The Peloponnesian Wars

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Archie G (Narrator)

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Sparta: History of the City-State in Ancient Greece

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Nestled in ancient Greece's Laconia, Sparta, originally named Lacedaemon in antiquity, thrived as a city-state. Positioned along the Eurotas River's banks in Laconia, within the southeastern Peloponnese, Sparta ascended to become the most formidable land force in ancient Greece around 650 BC. Amidst the Greco-Persian Wars, Sparta claimed its status as the foremost power in the unified Greek military, rivaled only by the burgeoning naval might of Athens. Throughout the Peloponnesian War, spanning from 431 to 404 BC, Sparta emerged as Athens' primary adversary and secured victory after the Battle of Aegospotami. While the Spartan hegemony waned after the decisive Battle of Leuctra in 371 BC, the city-state maintained its political autonomy until the Roman conquest of Greece in 146 BC. Following the division of the Roman Empire, Sparta endured a prolonged period of decline, notably during the Middle Ages, prompting the migration of many citizens to Mystras. In contemporary times, Sparta stands as the modern capital of Laconia in southern Greece, functioning as a hub for citrus and olive processing. Renowned for its distinctive social structure and constitution, purportedly established by the semi-mythical legislator Lycurgus, Sparta directed its societal institutions toward military training and physical prowess, prioritizing the maximization of military strength. Spartiates (full-fledged citizens), mothakes (free non-Spartiate individuals with Spartan lineage), perioikoi (free non-Spartiates), and helots constituted the four Spartan classes, the latter being state-owned enslaved locals. Spartan phalanx brigades gained widespread acclaim for their prowess in battle, marking them as among the elite in classical antiquity. Remarkably, Spartan women enjoyed more rights compared to their counterparts in other ancient Greek societies.

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Archie G (Narrator)

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The Peloponnesian Wars: History of the Famous War between Athens and Sparta

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. In ancient Greece, the Peloponnesian War (431–404 BC) unfolded as a fierce confrontation between the Delian League, led by Athens, and the Peloponnesian League, spearheaded by Sparta. Historians traditionally divide the war into three distinct phases. The initial stage, known as the Archidamian War, witnessed Sparta launching relentless attacks on Attica, while Athens, leveraging its naval dominance, struck the Peloponnesian coast and quelled dissent within its empire. The Peace of Nicias in 421 BC marked the end of this phase, but ongoing conflicts in the Peloponnese soon jeopardized the agreement. In 415 BC, Athens, undeterred, dispatched a formidable expeditionary force to besiege Syracuse, Sicily—an ill-fated endeavor resulting in the utter destruction of the entire army by 413 BC. This catastrophic event marked the commencement of the war's final phase, termed the Decelean War or the Ionian War. Backed by the Achaemenid Empire, Sparta fomented rebellions in Athens' subject territories in the Aegean Sea and Ionia, gradually eroding the city's empire and stripping it of naval supremacy. The Battle of Aegospotami dealt a decisive blow to Athens' navy, effectively concluding the war, and the city-state surrendered the following year. While Thucydides, a preeminent historian of the conflict, never employed the term 'Peloponnesian War,' its widespread modern usage reflects the prevailing Athens-centric perspectives among contemporary historians. Notably, J. B. Bury, a distinguished historian, posits that the Peloponnesians likely termed it the 'Attic War.'

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Archie G (Narrator)

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The Hellenistic Era: The Mediterranean History of Greece and Surrounding Areas

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. From the demise of Alexander the Great in 323 BC to the rise of the Roman Empire, marked notably by the Battle of Actium in 31 BC and the subsequent conquest of Ptolemaic Egypt, the Hellenistic period unfolds across Mediterranean history. Classical Greece denotes the epoch preceding the Hellenistic era, while Roman Greece characterizes the period succeeding it. The term 'Hellenistic' originates from the Ancient Greek word Hellas (, Ellás), the widely recognized name for Greece. The distinction lies in the fact that 'Hellenistic' pertains specifically to Greece, while 'Hellenic' encompasses all regions under direct ancient Greek influence. In this context, 'Hellenistic' extends to anything influenced by Greek civilization, particularly in the East post-Alexander the Great's conquests. The Hellenistic period witnessed the zenith of Greek cultural influence and power, commanding the Mediterranean, large portions of West and Central Asia, and even segments of the Indian subcontinent. Progress flourished in arts, astrology, exploration, literature, theater, architecture, music, mathematics, philosophy, and science. Despite these achievements, it is often viewed as a transitional phase, marked by some as decadence or degeneration in comparison to the enlightenment of the Greek Classical era. Notable developments during the Hellenistic period include New Comedy, Alexandrian poetry, the creation of the Septuagint, and the emergence of Stoic, Epicurean, and Pyrrhonian ideologies. Euclid and Archimedes made significant contributions to Greek science. The religious landscape expanded to include new deities like the Greco-Egyptian Serapis, eastern figures such as Attis and Cybele, and a synthesis of Hellenistic culture with Buddhism in Bactria and Northwest India.

Kelly Mass (Author), Digital Voice Archie G (Narrator)

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