Britain Ancient History

Step back in time with the History Encyclopedia: Ancient History, an exciting journey through the earliest chapters of human civilization! Perfect for curious kids and young adults, this audiobook explores the fascinating origins of humanity - from the very first humans to the rise of powerful ancient civilizations. Discover what history is, meet the people of the prehistoric age, and uncover the amazing art they created.

With commanding skill, Thomas R. Martin tells the remarkable and dramatic story of how a tiny, poor, and threatened settlement grew to become, during its height, the dominant power in the Mediterranean world for 500 years. Encompassing the period from Rome's founding in the eighth century BC through Justinian's rule in the sixth century AD, he offers a distinctive perspective on the Romans and their civilization by employing fundamental Roman values as a lens through which to view both their rise and spectacular fall. 

Experience a sweeping British history where bloody conquests and cultural upheavals forge a modern, united nation. Perfect for an educational morning commute, this immersive narrative transports you from prehistoric forests and Roman roads directly into smoky medieval halls. Rather than merely...

Trace the epic rise and fall of empires across British and Irish history to grasp modern political tensions. Perfect for your daily commute, this deeply engaging narrative connects ancient migrations directly to contemporary conflicts. Journey from the rugged landscapes of early human...

Is the world better off without Christianity? Combining narrative with keen critique of contemporary debates, author and historian John Dickson gives an honest account of 2,000 years of Christian history that helps us understand what Christianity is and what it's meant to be. To say that the...

Witness the epic clash of cultures when fierce Iron Age tribes collide with the unstoppable might of the Roman Empire. Perfect for your daily commute or focused learning, this immersive historical narrative transports you directly to the misty landscapes of ancient frontiers. Stand alongside...

Dive into an epic narrative of British history, tracking a peripheral island's turbulent rise to a global empire. Perfect for your daily commute, this fast-paced historical journey swaps dry dates for vivid scenes of conquest, rebellion, and survival. You'll walk alongside Iron Age tribes, Roman...

Humans – who are we? Physically, we’re unremarkable in the animal world – a hairless ape. But somehow, in combination, our characteristics make us remarkable. How can our ears listen to this audiobook with such precision, differentiating each specific word? How can we understand the...

In 55 B.C. Julius Caesar came, saw, conquered and then left. It was not until A.D. 43 that the Emperor Claudius crossed the channel and made Britain the western outpost of the Roman Empire that would span from the Scottish border to Persia. For the next 400 years the island would be transformed. Within that period would see the rise of Londinium, almost immediately burnt to the ground in A.D. 60 by Boudicca; Hadrian's Wall, which was constructed in A.D. 112 to keep the northern tribes at bay, as well as the birth of the Emperor Constantine in third century York.

A new narrative history of the Viking Age, interwoven with exploration of the physical remains and landscapes that the Vikings fashioned and walked: their rune-stones and ship burials, settlements and battlefields. To many, the word ‘Viking’ brings to mind red scenes of rape and pillage, of...

Christian Encounters, a series of biographies from Thomas Nelson Publishers, highlights important lives from all ages and areas of the Church. Some are familiar faces. Others are unexpected guests. But all, through their relationships, struggles, prayers, and desires, uniquely illuminate our...

Unearth the ancient history of Scotland's most enigmatic warriors and their defining conflicts with the Roman Empire. Perfect for a deep-dive learning session on your daily commute, this immersive exploration brings the rugged landscapes and fierce political culture of northern Britain back to...

Uncover the lost ancient history of Europe's Iron Age warriors and druids in this immersive historical exploration. Perfect for an educational daily commute or a weekend of deep-focus learning, this narrative travels from shadowy prehistoric burial mounds to epic clashes with the Roman Empire...

From New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, the tale of three brothers and of their rivalry that created the mysterious Stonehenge. One summer’s day, a dying stranger carrying great wealth in gold comes to the settlement of Ratharryn. The three sons of Ratharryn’s chief each...

Bloomsbury presents Conquest: The Roman Invasion of Britain, written and read by Ferdinand Addis. An epic, visceral history of the Romans in Britain, from Caesar's first invasion attempt in 55 BC to the fall of the Roman empire. Britain wasn’t conquered in a day. Caesar invaded twice, but...

Master the epic European history of ruthless Viking raiders and fierce Celtic tribes in one fast-paced audio journey. Perfect for an engaging morning commute or focused learning, this sweeping narrative skips the dry dates to explore the dramatic rivalries, religious upheavals, and ambitious...

'A beautiful, beautiful book . . . archaeology is changing so much about the way we view the so-called Dark Ages … [Williams] is just brilliant at bringing them to light' Rory Stewart on The Rest is Politics From the bestselling author of Viking Britain, a new epic history of our forgotten...

King Arthur is probably the most famous and certainly the most legendary medieval king. From the early ninth century through the middle ages, to the Arthurian romances of Victorian times, the tales of this legendary figure have blossomed and multiplied. And in more recent times, there has been a continuous stream of books claiming to have discovered the "facts" about, or to unlock the secret or truth behind, the "once and future king". Broadly speaking, there are two Arthurs.

Taking a similar approach to his successful If Rome Hadn't Fallen, Timothy Venning explores the various decision points in a fascinating period of British history and the alternative paths that it might have taken. Dr. Timothy Venning starts within an outline of the process by which much of Britain came to be settled by Germanic tribes after the end of Roman rule, as far as it can be determined from the sparse and fragmentary sources. He then moves on to discuss a series of scenarios, which might have altered the course of subsequent history dramatically.

Uncover the ultimate historical mystery of ancient Rome as you track the gripping military fate of a vanished army. Perfect for an immersive commute, this atmospheric journey plunges you into the brutal realities of ancient warfare and the daily rhythms of frontier garrisons. Experience the...