History's Turning Points Volume I
16 Short Stories that Defined Our WorldBy Richard HarringtonRecorded TrackLength1h 33m
About this audiobook
Every civilization has moments that change everything. A single battle. A single decision. A single invention. A single assassination. In this anthology, history's defining turning points are brought vividly to life through concise, immersive narratives that place you at the center of the events that reshaped nations, empires, and the world itself. From ancient civilizations to the modern era, discover the choices, conflicts, and accidents that altered the course of human history forever. Perfect for listeners who want compelling history in short, engaging sessions.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length1 hr 33 mins
Narrated byRecorded Track
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateJul 5, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Opening Credits
2Chapter 1: The Night the Clocks Stopped in Vienna
3Chapter 2: The Crossing at the Rubicon
4Chapter 3: The Physician Who Killed His Emperor
5Chapter 4: The Last Morning of Constantinople
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6Chapter 5: The Rope Bridge at Cajamarca
7Chapter 6: The Night the Telescope Moved
8Chapter 7: The Night They Dug Up Cromwell
9Chapter 8: The Fever Letter
10Chapter 9: The Surgeon Who Washed His Hands
11Chapter 10: The Room Where India Was Priced
12Closing Credits
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