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Ada Lovelace: A Life from Beginning to End
- Biographies of Women in History, Book 12
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 53 mins
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As the sole legitimate child of Lord Byron, Ada Lovelace was the progeny of literary royalty. Many might have naturally expected her to go into the field of her father, but instead of delving into poetry, she delved into the hard sciences of mathematics and analytic thinking. Even so, Ada still had the imagination of a lyricist when writing scientific treatises, at times referring to her own work as nothing short of “poetical science”.
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Ada Lovelace: A Life from Beginning to End
- Biographies of Women in History, Book 12
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Series: Biographies of Women in History
- Length: 53 mins
- Release date: 21-02-20
- Language: English
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Mary Wollstonecraft
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of British Authors)
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 56 mins
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Mary Wollstonecraft is an undisputed icon for women’s rights, and this is not a status she earned lightly. Daring to demand equality at a time when it was incredibly risky to do so, Wollstonecraft developed a long resume of standing up to those that wished to subvert her rights and the rights of those she loved. She stood up to her own father as a teenager when he abused her mother, and she didn’t hesitate to help her sister escape from a similarly tyrannical husband.
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Mary Wollstonecraft
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of British Authors)
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Series: Biographies of British Authors
- Length: 56 mins
- Release date: 29-03-21
- Language: English
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Whitney Houston
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Musicians)
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 59 mins
- Unabridged
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Whitney Houston was a rare star. She burst onto the music scene like a supernova one might only see once in a million years. Despite a humble beginning, she rapidly rose to fame on the strength of her voice and unbeatable charisma.
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Whitney Houston
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Musicians)
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 59 mins
- Release date: 13-12-22
- Language: English
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Native American History
- A History from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Length: 1 hr and 12 mins
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Until surprisingly recently, most history books noted that America was discovered in 1492 by Christopher Columbus. The truth was that by the time that Columbus arrived in America, people had been living there for more than 12,000 years. This is the story of the gradual rise, sudden destruction, and slow recovery of the native people of North America.
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Native American History
- A History from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Series: Native American History, Book 1
- Length: 1 hr and 12 mins
- Release date: 11-09-19
- Language: English
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Chiang Kai-shek
- A Life from Beginning to End (World War 2 Biographies)
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
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There are moments in history when two different people who have two completely different visions of the future rise to prominence at the same time and in the same exact place. The Chinese Civil War, which saw Chiang Kai-shek and his rival Mao Zedong fighting for the future of China, is a great case in point. Chiang believed that China should modernize and embrace capitalism. Mao, however, believed that communist doctrine would be the true salvation for the Chinese masses.
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Chiang Kai-shek
- A Life from Beginning to End (World War 2 Biographies)
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
- Release date: 27-12-24
- Language: English
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Suez Crisis
- A History from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
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In 1956, Britain, France, and Israel launched an invasion of Egypt. For Britain and France, the main objective was to secure control over the vital Suez Canal and to re-emphasize their place as significant world powers. For Israel, the issue was defeating a hostile and powerful Arab neighbor.
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Suez Crisis
- A History from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 7 mins
- Release date: 16-08-23
- Language: English
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The Chernobyl Disaster
- A History from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
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The Chernobyl Disaster, which occurred in late April 1986, was the worst nuclear accident in history. It not only caused widespread radioactive contamination, but even more importantly, it claimed many lives and caused panic worldwide about the safety of nuclear power. In short, it changed the face of nuclear energy globally.
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The Chernobyl Disaster
- A History from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
- Release date: 06-10-21
- Language: English
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Pierre-Auguste Renoir: A Life from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Length: 1 hr and 10 mins
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Pierre-August Renoir, leader of the 19th-century Impressionist movement, spent his entire life perfecting his style. Rejected for decades, he depended on friends for a place to stay and money for painting supplies. Renoir lived in poverty until his 40's, and when he was finally discovered and hailed as a great artist, his health began to fail him. Still, Renoir never gave up his passion for painting. His need to create beauty was the driving force of his life, and throughout rejections and deteriorating health, Renoir retained an optimism that is reflected in his paintings.
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Pierre-Auguste Renoir: A Life from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Series: Biographies of Painters, Book 4
- Length: 1 hr and 10 mins
- Release date: 15-04-20
- Language: English
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Marie Curie: A Life From Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Length: 1 hr and 14 mins
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One of the most famous women of the 20th century, Marie Curie was a trailblazer in the truest sense. Known for her discovery of two radioactive elements, radium and polonium, Marie Curie was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. She remains the only woman to win two Nobel Prizes in different sciences.
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Marie Curie: A Life From Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Mike Nelson
- Series: Biographies of Women in History
- Length: 1 hr and 14 mins
- Release date: 10-12-18
- Language: English
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Dean Martin
- A Life from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 52 mins
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Dean Martin was a natural entertainer, known not only for his singing ability but also for his great showmanship on the stage. With Martin, it wasn’t just about the song—it was about the whole package. With songs such as “That’s Amore” and movies like Rio Bravo, he took the world by storm. Later, Dean Martin, along with other famous entertainers such as Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr., forged the ultimate group of performers: The Rat Pack. No one could keep Dean Martin’s spirit down for long. This is his life—this is his story.
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Dean Martin
- A Life from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 52 mins
- Release date: 31-08-22
- Language: English
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Sean Connery
- A Life from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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Sean Connery is still well remembered for his role in the epic James Bond series. Although we often picture him as a smooth, daring, and debonair agent, surviving all manner of incredible stunts, Sean Connery was more than just James Bond. His films were indeed action-packed, but so was his personal life.
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- By simon on 16-05-25
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Sean Connery
- A Life from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
- Release date: 08-11-22
- Language: English
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World War II Stalingrad: A History from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Stephen Paul Aulridge Jr.
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
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The Battle of Stalingrad, perceived by historians as the most important battle of World War II and regarded by Russians as the most significant battle in their country’s history, cannot be viewed solely as a military engagement between two powerful, long-time foes. Stalingrad was a battle between the Allies and the Axis Powers; it was a struggle between the Soviet Union and Germany for victory; and it was also a test of wills between Josef Stalin and Adolf Hitler.
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World War II Stalingrad: A History from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Stephen Paul Aulridge Jr.
- Series: World War 2 Battles, Book 1
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
- Release date: 07-12-17
- Language: English
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Humphrey Bogart
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors)
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 56 mins
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Even half a century after his death, Humphrey Bogart remains one of the most iconic actors of all time. The epitome of class and cool, he embodied the ultimate tough guy—and no one wore a fedora quite like him. “Bogie” began life under uncertain circumstances, born to parents addicted to drugs and disorder, but he would rise above these difficulties to become a star. From Broadway to Hollywood, he became a top-billed actor, the likes of which the world has rarely seen.
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Humphrey Bogart
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors)
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 56 mins
- Release date: 08-05-23
- Language: English
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James Joyce
- A Life from Beginning to End (History of Ireland)
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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Few figures in Irish history are as well known as James Joyce. He was born into hardship in a country mired in political conflict, but rather than allow himself to get bogged down, he used his experiences to create some of the finest pieces of modernist literature to date.
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James Joyce
- A Life from Beginning to End (History of Ireland)
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
- Release date: 12-12-22
- Language: English
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Taiping Rebellion
- A History from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 1 hr and 24 mins
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In 1837, Hong Xiuquan failed the notoriously difficult exam to gain entry to the Chinese Civil Service and suffered a nervous breakdown. In a weakened state, he had visions which he later interpreted to be messages from God, telling him that he is the younger brother of Jesus Christ and, therefore, the second son of God.
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Taiping Rebellion
- A History from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 1 hr and 24 mins
- Release date: 22-03-21
- Language: English
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Betty White
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors)
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 58 mins
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Betty White was more than just an actress and comedienne—she was a force of nature who dazzled audiences for nearly a century. Few in show business could match her energy, charisma, or longevity. While many of her peers slowed down, Betty remained active well into her 90s. Incredibly, she lived to be 99 years old, passing away just weeks shy of her 100th birthday. Throughout her extraordinary life, Betty White built a career that spanned over eight decades. She was breaking new ground in radio and television when the mediums were still in their infancy.
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Betty White
- A Life from Beginning to End (Biographies of Actors)
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Series: Biographies of Actors
- Length: 58 mins
- Release date: 09-12-24
- Language: English
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Benito Mussolini: A Life from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Stephen Paul Aulridge Jr.
- Length: 1 hr
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Benito Mussolini was a figure that was both revered and dreaded. He climbed the ladder of power rapidly in Italian politics, and he was brought down just as fast. Mussolini wished to stir up a united front of nationalism within his people. But, in the end, the only thing he united was their hatred and contempt for him as a despotic leader. There were several twists and turns in the life of Benito Mussolini, and this book will take you through them all. Follow his astonishing rise and his dramatic fall.
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Benito Mussolini: A Life from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Stephen Paul Aulridge Jr.
- Length: 1 hr
- Release date: 13-02-18
- Language: English
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Napoleonic Wars: A History from Beginning to End
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 1 hr and 11 mins
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Discover the remarkable history of the Napoleonic Wars. The Napoleonic Wars were a series of conflicts fought between France and various coalitions in Europe between 1803 and 1815 (though some put the start date at 1799). The prelude to the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and the Napoleonic Wars is the French Revolution, and the conflicts that continued after Napoleon seized power would radically affect Europe and indeed political philosophies not confined by artificial boundaries.
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Napoleonic Wars: A History from Beginning to End
- Narrated by: Jason Zenobia
- Length: 1 hr and 11 mins
- Release date: 02-02-21
- Language: English
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Lawrence of Arabia: A Life from Beginning to End
- World War 1
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Length: 56 mins
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T. E. Lawrence was a man of all seasons. Known for his great thirst for adventure, he earned the name Lawrence of Arabia due to his hands-on expertise in the Middle East during World War I and the Arab Revolt. Yet his achievements extended well beyond exploration—he was an innovative soldier, a dedicated archaeologist, and a passionate curator of history.
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Lawrence of Arabia: A Life from Beginning to End
- World War 1
- Narrated by: Matthew J. Chandler-Smith
- Series: World War 1
- Length: 56 mins
- Release date: 06-05-25
- Language: English
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Edmund Kemper: The Life of the Co-Ed Killer
- True Crime, Book 2
- By: Hourly History
- Narrated by: Adam Schulmerich
- Length: 1 hr
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To the average American, there was nothing out of the ordinary about Edmund Kemper before 1973. Standing at six-foot-nine, the young man was a giant, but he was gentle, soft spoken, and shy. He lived with his mother into his mid-20s and frequented local bars, cozying up to police officers. This was one reality of Kemper's life - the reality he wanted those around him to see. There was another side to the man though, a much darker side. Kemper's actions in his life shocked America, who dubbed him the Co-Ed Killer for his urge to murder and violate co-ed girls in Northern California.
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- By simon stewart-piercy on 04-09-19
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Edmund Kemper: The Life of the Co-Ed Killer
- True Crime, Book 2
- Narrated by: Adam Schulmerich
- Series: True Crime, Book 2
- Length: 1 hr
- Release date: 21-02-18
- Language: English
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