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  • Handel

    The Man & His Music

    by Jonathan Keates ...
    Jonathan Keates original biography of Handel was hailed as a masterpiece on its publication in 1985. This fully revised and updated new edition - published to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the composers death - charts in detail Handel's life, from his youth in Germany, through his brilliantly successful Italian sojourn, to the opulence and squalor of Georgian London where he made his ... Read more

    $22.09 USD

  • La Serenissima

    The Story of Venice

    by Jonathan Keates ...
    A stunningly illustrated history of Venice, from its beginnings as 'La Serenissima' – 'the Most Serene Republic' – to the Italian city that continues to enchant visitors today.'Everything about Venice,' observed Lord Byron, 'is, or was, extraordinary – her aspect is like a dream, and her history is like a romance.' Dream and romance have conditioned myriad encounters with Venice across the ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

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    Roman Mythology: The Gods and Heroes Behind the Eternal City

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 52 min

    Uncover the epic history and ancient folklore that fueled Rome's rise from a blood-soaked village to global dominance. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive journey brings legendary warriors, fierce deities, and cunning emperors to breathtaking life.Forget the misconception that these are merely Greek tales swapped with Latin names; this is a thrilling, focused exploration of a deeply ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Audiobook

    Thermodynamics for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to Heat, Energy, and How They Flow

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 48 min

    Unlock the fascinating science of energy and entropy through an accessible, math-free journey into everyday physics. Perfect for a morning commute or a relaxing afternoon of learning, this friendly educational guide translates complex scientific concepts into familiar experiences. Watch a hot cup of tea cool or a car engine roar to life, and suddenly, the invisible forces shaping our universe make ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Carbon for Beginners: A Simple Introduction to the Element That Makes Life Possible

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 42 min

    Unlock the invisible architecture of life with this captivating popular science journey into the chemistry of our world. Whether you are enriching your daily commute or embarking on a quest for lifelong learning, this awe-inspiring exploration reveals how a single microscopic element dictates everything from the graphite in your pencil to the DNA in your cells.Transform your quiet afternoon walks ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • William III & Mary II (Penguin Monarchs)

    Partners in Revolution

    by Jonathan Keates ...
    Series series Penguin Monarchs
    William III (1689-1702) & Mary II (1689-94) (Britain's only ever 'joint monarchs') changed the course of the entire country's history, coming to power through a coup (which involved Mary betraying her own father), reestablishing parliament on a new footing and, through commiting Britain to fighting France, initiating an immensely long period of warfare and colonial expansion. Jonathan Keates' ... Read more

    $6.09 USD

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    Brief History of Corn, A: The Crop That Conquered the World

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 49 min

    This gripping microhistory reveals how an unassuming ancient wild grass became the ultimate architect of global history. Perfect for an eye-opening daily commute, this story-driven journey tracks an everyday plant that built ancient cities, fueled international trade routes, and engineered the modern industrial economy.With a witty, accessible tone, this engaging deep dive proves that agricultural ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Messiah

    The Composition and Afterlife of Handel's Masterpiece

    by Jonathan Keates ...
    From Handel's renowned biographer, the story of one of the most celebrated compositions of Western classical music, Handel's famous oratorio, MessiahIn the late summer of 1741, George Friderick Handel, composed an oratorio set to words from the King James Bible, rich in tuneful arias and magnificent choruses. Jonathan Keates recounts the history and afterlife of Messiah, one of the best-loved ... Read more

    $15.99 USD

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    Brief History of the Yonaguni Monument, A: The Underwater Structure That Shouldn't Exist

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 56 min

    Plunge into an atmospheric marine archaeology mystery where ancient geology clashes with lost civilization myths. Perfect for a captivating commute or a weekend of armchair exploration, this immersive journey takes you deep into the seafloor of Japan’s Ryukyu island arc. Discover a colossal, stepped pyramid rising from the ocean depths that defies mainstream scientific consensus.Navigate the ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Audiobook

    Brief History of the Industrial Revolution, A: How Machines Changed Human Life Forever

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 55 min

    Step into the dramatic history of technological innovation that abruptly reshaped society from farms to factory floors. Perfect for a thought-provoking daily commute, this immersive narrative transports you to an era where muscle and wind gave way to the relentless roar of steam and steel. Witness the profound friction between ancient human tradition and rapid mechanization.As you engage in ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Audiobook

    History of the Iron Age: Warriors, Kingdoms, and a New Way of Life

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 54 min

    Experience the brutal technological revolution that shattered the Bronze Age and forged ancient military empires in fire. Perfect for a gripping morning commute, this immersive historical journey transports you straight into the smoky forges and blood-soaked battlefields of our ancestors. Hear the thunder of massed infantry as a demanding new craft upends global power dynamics forever.Fuel your ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Brief History of the Seleucid Empire, A: The Greek Empire That Inherited Alexander's World

    by Jonathan Keats ...
    Narrated by Jonathan Keats ...

    Unabridged

    1 hour 54 min

    Experience the epic military history of an ancient empire forged in the chaotic aftermath of Alexander the Great's death. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused learning session, this immersive narrative transports you into the royal courts and battlefields of antiquity. Witness a colossal clash of civilizations as ambitious kings attempt to rule a sprawling realm stretching from the Aegean ... Read more

    $9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus