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Title: Summaries: The Real Lincoln. Shattered Sword. Breaking BUD/S

Author: Michael Smith

Narrator: Greg McCarthy, Michael Smith

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-22-18

Publisher: MegaSummary

Genres: History, Military

Publisher's Summary:

This program includes summaries of three books:

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Title: Iraq War Crash Course

Author: IntroBooks

Narrator: Andrea Giordani

Format: Unabridged

Length: 41 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-19-18

Publisher: IntroBooks

Genres: History, Military

Publisher's Summary:

Iraq has been atrophied in the last few decades because of several wars, religious sectarianism, refugee problems, and professed Islamic State movement known as ISIS, ISIL or Daesh. Iraq did make some advancement in establishing their government that replaced the era of Saddam Hussein by having a line of elections for regional governments and parliament. Yet, the governing organizations are weak and corrupted. The country is not ready to heal, as it is always in a state of conflict. If there is no external conflict, there is one that is happening internally.

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Title: The History of Cuba in 50 Events

Subtitle: History by Country Timeline, Book 3

Author: Henry Freeman

Narrator: Bridger Conklin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-18-18

Publisher: Henry Freeman

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

Cuba is a nation with a long, rich history. The study of Cuban history is also the study of the development of the New World by Europe, and the first steps taken by New World countries to establish independent governments. Cuba played a significant role in the growth of the New World, and throughout its history has been a part of major world events that have taken place around it. This audiobook is designed to familiarize listeners with a broad overview of Cuban history and the context that made that development possible.

Inside you will hear about....

And much more!

Broken down into 50 easy-to-follow chapters that will allow listeners to gain insight into Cuban history without being overwhelmed by its depth, this audiobook is a must-hear for anyone seeking a better understanding of North America and its development.

Members Reviews:

Hey fun book to read

It has tones of history. Cuba has played a major role in US Cuban relations and in 2015 was opend to diplomatic relations under the Obama adminstration and talks of closing Gitmo. Also the cuban missle crisis of 1961 led almost to a boiling of missles being placed on the island. But was averted thanks to the US. Its a good point of history that Cuba is a beatiful Island caught in history and struggles to catch up. But is slowly doing so. Cubans have a right to live where they want to under wet and dey rule established buy Bill Clinton to engage in talks with Fidel Castro. Fun book to read. I recommend it.

Well-done concise history

Starting from 3100 BCE and continuing until 2015, very informative quick read of Cuban history. From native to Spanish conquest, British conquest and then swapping Cuba back to Spain for Florida, Cuba gaining independence after Spanish-American War, various rulers thru to Castro brothers regime. The author explains how USA obtained Guantanamo and the various interventions by the U.S. from 1900 until Castro took over, then the Russian influence on Castro.

Of course much has to be glossed over in such a short read, like Columbus discovery, Castro's revolution, Bay of Pigs disaster, Russian missile crisis, Che Guevara involvement, Kennedy brothers attempts to eliminate Castro, and Kennedy assassination insinuations. But, most is here and can be expanded on in other books in detail if interested. For instance Che Guevara needs to be called out for the blood-thirsty, America-hater that he was, Che and Raul pushed Fidel to be much more radical.

Concise and Questionable

This is a quick, concise, but mediocre history of Cuba. On the one hand, it gives a decent overview of Cuba since the 15th century, especially in relation to international affairs--but on the other hand, I'm not so sure I agree with everything the author, Freeman, has chosen to emphasize in his history.

Selecting 50 events to represent a country's history is a massive challenge--but even so, I was very surprised at some major Cuban events/people Freeman left out, specifically in light of some of the more minor events he chose to include. I was also surprised at the way he chose to portray some events and people. For example:

-Freeman mentions the Arawak natives, but fails to mention the Taino natives. A Taino chief, Hatuey, is notable for leading a (very unsuccessful) rebellion against the Spanish colonials. He is considered Cuba's first national hero.

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Title: Blood Diamonds

Subtitle: The Controversial History of Mining Operations in Africa That Subsidize Conflicts Across the Continent

Author: Charles River Editors

Narrator: Colin Fluxman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-18

Publisher: Charles River Editors

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

The commercial exploitation of Sierra Leonean diamonds began in the early 1930s, in the Kono District in the east of the country. The first discoveries had been made by a British-held concern called Consolidated African Selection Trust, or CAST, in which a British shareholder body, Selection Trust Limited, shared a significant interest with the diamond giant, De Beers. Transparency, of course, was not by any means absolute, but under British colonial oversight, the movement of diamonds out of the country was regulated and royalties channeled reasonably appropriately.

In the past, all diamond mining in Sierra Leone had fallen under the control of the Sierra Leone Selection Trust - or SLST - a private investor body with exclusive rights to mine diamonds in Sierra Leone. By the mid-1950s and 1960s, illegal and illicit mining had taken over large areas of production. Figures vary, but by the 1960s, one can assume a figure of upwards of 100,000 illegal miners, both domestic and foreign, were active in the Kono District. Armed groups began to appear, challenging private SLST security, eventually fermenting a situation of anarchy under which regulated and taxed diamond production diminished to a trickle.

Naturally, the corruption was at its most pervasive and creative surrounding diamonds. The industry was effectively criminalized, becoming the basis of a patrimonial shadow system geared toward sustaining wealth and power at its center. Distrustful of his own countrymen and tribal opponents, Stevens handed off much of the day-to-day business of diamonds to Lebanese businessmen who had been a somewhat anomalous presence in Sierra Leone since the end of the 19th century. From a peak of over two million carats officially exported in 1970, legitimate diamond exports dropped to 595,000 carats in 1980 and 48,000 carats in 1988.

Members Reviews:

The long, sad story about how Charles Taylor essentially controlled two countries Sierra Leone and Liberia has a criminal enterp

Charles River Editors story about Blood Diamonds seems almost like bad fiction instead of the true story it is. Charles Taylor essentially controlled two countries Sierra Leone and Liberia has a criminal enterprise. The rebels directly and indirectly under Charles Taylorâs control inflicted savage terror on the people of both countries. The e-book attempted to explain his rise to power and his influence over others. The soldiers of ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) were largely ineffective because of corruption to effectively eliminate the rebels in Sierra Leone. It is aggravating to realize that European soldiers were required to pacify Sierra Leone. The book explains the primary actors and their motivations. The book is troubling because it demonstrates that Europeans are necessary to handle issues that African countries should be able to handle.

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Title: Summary: A History of the World in 6 Glasses

Author: Readtrepreneur Publishing

Narrator: Richard Peterson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-08-17

Publisher: Readtrepreneur Publishing

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 26 votes

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

Disclaimer: This is a summary and not the original book.

Throughout human history, six drinks did much more than just quench thirst. They told the story of humanity from the Stone Age to the 21st century.

A History of the World in 6 Glasses is a unique book which tells the history of human through the lens of six drinks. They are beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola. These six glasses all holds an important standing in the history of humanity.

Note: This summary is wholly written and published by readtrepreneur.com. It is not affiliated with the original author in any way.

"The mouth of a perfectly contented man is filled with beer." - Tom Standage

For Tom Standage, each drink is a different kind of catalyst, bringing us closer to where we are today. Each drink has its own unique story and history. You may never look at your favorite drink the same way again!

We are our history. Theodore Roosevelt once said that the more you know about the past, the better prepared you are for the future.

Members Reviews:

Works best

The Narrator was good the concepts were great and rang true. I would recommend it.

Nice book

Excellent summary of this groundbreaking book. All the main points of the analysis are included. Highly recommended.

Motivational book

The amazing audiobook, not only insightful but also simple and easy to understand the narrator which is very important. Really has helped me feel more confident in my practices and comfortable. I just have started really getting into Wicca. Thumbs up!

practical advice

The way the narrator explained everything was awesome and the tone of their voice was very good. I listened to this off and on because it was quite long. Regardless it's pretty unique.

perfect book

This book is awesome. I got a lot of ideas on how can I develop my History of the World in 6 Glasses. Also, the voice of the speaker is calm and great.

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Title: History of Military

Author: IntroBooks

Narrator: Andrea Giordani

Format: Unabridged

Length: 40 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-16-17

Publisher: IntroBooks

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: History, Military

Publisher's Summary:

Military history as a fragment of extensive continuum of historical learning is in simple expressions the study of mankind in war. It denotes a wide range of subjects indistinguishably connected to the military activities of the past which include social, political, human, technological, and institutional aspects.

Awareness of the wars from the past can help in understanding current problems and also benefit us by letting us guess what the future may have in store for us.

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Title: The Unwomanly Face of War

Author: Svetlana Alexievich, Richard Pevear - translator, Larissa Volokhonsky - translator

Narrator: Julia Emelin, Yelena Shmulenson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-16-17

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Unwomanly Face of War by Svetlana Alexeivich, read by Julia Emelin and Yelena Shmulenson.

Bringing together dozens of voices in her distinctive style, The Unwomanly Face of War is Svetlana Alexievich's collection of stories from Soviet women who lived through the Second World War: on the front lines, on the home front and in occupied territories. As Alexievich gives voice to women who are absent from official narratives - captains, sergeants, nurses, snipers and pilots - she shows us a new version of the war we're so familiar with, creating an extraordinary alternative history from their private stories.

Published in 1985 in Russia and now available in English for the first time, The Unwomanly Face of War was Alexievich's first book and a huge best seller in the Soviet Union, establishing her as a brilliantly revolutionary writer.

Members Reviews:

"Why was I left alive? What for? I think ... As I understand, its in order to tell about it"

What Studs Terkel did for the Great Depression inHard Times: An Oral History of the Great Depressionand the Second World War inThe Good War: An Oral History of World War II by Studs Terkel (1997-01-01), Alexievich has done, with an important twist: not only highlighting the Second World War (the "Great Patriotic War" as it is referred to in Russia), but showing the critical role women played in the conflict.

I first came across Alexievich withZinky Boys: Soviet Voices from the Afghanistan War- when I discovered that a similar (earlier) project on World War II had just been translated, I had to pick up a copy. During the war, over 20 million Soviet citizens were killed (civilians as well as combatants), the Soviet army recruiting women as well men to fight given the desperate struggle. Among the many strengths of the book is the wide variety of perspectives and stories she has collected. Here you will find stories of women who were snipers and tank commanders, pilots and engineers searching for mines - but also the stories of truck drivers, radio operators, cooks, laundresses, physicians, nurses and medics, and logistical support - Soviet women were indeed fighting in every possible role, their stories largely marginalized or willfully forgotten until now.

And that is one of the aspects of the book that I found suprizing: World War II looms so large in the collective memory and history of the Soviet Union (and Russia),that the critical role women played in the conflict would be ignored or not discussed struck me as odd. In fact, many of those interviewed spoke about how they were treated after the war: as harlots, people who served only to find a man, or whose stories were suppressed by husbands who didn't want it known what their wives had done during the war. The sense of relief that they could finally tell their stories and the urgency that many interviewees expressed in searching out Alexievich is a recurring theme. As one woman described the end of the war, "They announced - Victory! I remember my first feeling - joy. And at once, that same moment - fear! Panic! Panic! How to live from here on? Papa had been killed at Stalingrad. My two older brothers had been missing in action since the beginning of the war. Mama and I were left. Two women. How were we to live? All girls fell to thinking ...

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Title: History of Japan

Subtitle: The Most Important People, Places and Events in Japanese History. From Japanese Art to Modern Manga. From Asian Wars to Modern Superpower.

Author: Rui Kanda

Narrator: William Bahl

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-26-17

Publisher: Rui Kanda

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

Now tell us - did you ever like Japan? Do you know anything about its history, or just what you learned from television and anime, in general? That's a good starting point, anyway. If you want to delve deeper into Japanese history, in chronological order, and see the main events that transformed Japan into what it is today, you've just hit the jackpot.

What will you learn from this book? Among others:

This book is for you, no matter if you are a student or a professor, or you just want to learn more about Japanese culture and history.

Members Reviews:

Poor Listen

If you are at all familiar with Japan, the language and culture, you will find this book very disappointing. Pronunciation of names and places was atrocious. The book is either poorly written, or poorly read.

If you are totally unfamiliar with Japan, you may find it interesting. Having lived there and studied Japanese, I just could not finish the listen.

Brief, but informative

Brief, but informative. This book is good for anyone who wants a concise introduction to Japanese history and culture.

Great book!

An Interesting book, consice but filled with facts. I'd recommend this before visiting Japan, you'll understand and enjoy their history more.

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Title: Summary of Sapiens: Includes Key Takeaways & Analysis

Author: FastReads Publishing

Narrator: Lisa Negron

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-18-17

Publisher: FastReads

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

Please note: This is a summary, analysis, and review of Sapiens and not the original book.

This FastReads summary offers supplementary material to Sapiens to help you distill the key takeaways, review the book's content, and further understand the writing style and overall themes from an editorial perspective. Whether you'd like to deepen your understanding, refresh your memory, or simply decide whether or not this book is for you, FastReads is here to help. Absorb everything you need to know in under 30 minutes!

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Original book summary/overview:

Yuval Noah Harari's detailed, precise, and in-depth look at the history of evolution and humanity offers a new perspective on how we came to be the humans and societies that we are today. Following the paths of Homo sapiens from his African beginnings, across oceans and continents, Harari's analysis leaves no stone unturned. Listening to this book will undoubtedly make you see the world we live in in a different light. Analyzing the social constructs that allow humans to organize massive, global societies is a highlight of this ground-breaking book.

Before you buy: The purpose of this FastReads summary is to help you decide if it's worth the time, money and effort listening to the original book (if you haven't already). FastReads has pulled out the essence - but only to help you ascertain the value of the book for yourself. This analysis is meant as a supplement to, and not a replacement for, Sapiens.

Members Reviews:

Science Trumps Philosophy...but both prevail!

Saw Mr. Harari on TV interviewed before a large audience regarding his second book, HOMO DEUS. I was blown away by his insights and evidence-based approach to his scientfic predictions. In many regards he seemed very Richard Dawkins-like with a bit more of a philosophical bent (Harari is a Ph.d. Philosopher). Taken by his genius, I opted to read HOMO DEUS, but felt I first needed to read SAPIENS. Already quite familiar with the Anthropology of Homo sapiens, I decided to read the more succinct SUMMARY OF SAPIENS, as the full-bodied version seemed a bit much to digest in the short time I had available. While very informative and generally correct in most of it's suppositions, I found SUMMARY OF SAPIENS to be more philosophical than scientific, although not at all inconsistent with the generally proven tenets of evolution. Perhaps the original edition would have been more robust in this regard. As a published scientist myself, I found the summary version somewhat boring and unenlightening compared to the collective works of Richard Dawkns, which are more grounded in scientific fact.... although the same conclusions are reached about humanity's development. I am told that HOMO DEUS is a spectacular read, given its projected vision for mankind's future based on its past. This would predictably fall more into the purview of a philosopher than a pure scientist anyway, so I look forward to receiving my copy, and will present my review in great detail after reading it.

and I was able to carry on a good conversation about the book even having not read it

I wanted to read this book for a long time but just couldn't make the time to read it given its length and density.

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Title: Maya Civilization: A Captivating Guide to Maya History and Maya Mythology

Author: Captivating History

Narrator: Duke Holm

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-12-17

Publisher: Captivating History

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 27 votes

Genres: History, World

Publisher's Summary:

In this captivating guide, you will discover why Maya have gained such worldwide admiration over the many other civilizations that existed in Mesoamerica at the time. You will learn how the Maya civilization developed, the major turning points in their 3,000-year-long history, the mysteries surrounding their demise, and some of the unique places where Maya exist to this day.

In the first part of this audiobook, you will discover the origins of the Maya civilization and the Mesoamerican cultures that may have influenced them. You will find out why Maya (out of all the different tribes that existed in the region at the time) have captured the imagination of the West so much. The audiobook will reveal how they lived, ate, slept, whom they worshipped, and how they used herbal medicines and hallucinogenic plants to treat the sick.

You learn about their trading routes and rivalries with another famous Mesoamerican tribe - the Aztecs. The audiobook will go into the decline of the Maya civilization and how their rivalries with the Aztecs aided the victory of the Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century, led by the famous Spaniard Hernán Cortés. You will also learn about the heroic efforts of the Maya to fend off the Spaniards, and why they were able to succeed at this task for much longer than the Aztecs.

The audiobook will also track down the Maya living today, a population that is still six-million strong and adhere to many of the traditions that their ancestors once held. The audiobook will also cover battle tales and gore of human sacrifice. All this and much more will be discussed so listen to this captivating audiobook now to learn more about the Maya Civilization.

Members Reviews:

Detailed Book On Maya Civilization

I very much enjoyed this book. This book provided an excellent description full of detail. The book may not be for those unfamiliar with Maya and the history of the discovery of the Maya. It should be grabbed.

Great

Great book to grab...I highly recommend this book to all who like to read about different civilizations.

Great Product

Great product. I was very happy with the purchase and quality. Thank you author and narrator.

One Of The Best

One of the best!!! I knew nothing about the Mayan civilization or the two explorers, yet I was drawn into the book immediately. It was riveting from the very first chapter. It kept me involved till the las word spoken by this narrator.

I was Unfamiliar

This is a history that I was unfamiliar with. Both the author and narrator have done a great job. Well described and a great book to listen.