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  Introduction to the Wars of the...

  Heather Teysko

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  Discover the Epic Struggle for the English Crown 
  Step into the tumultuous world of 15th-century England with a Tudor Quick Studies engaging and accessible introduction to the Wars of the Roses. Perfect for newcomers, this short audiobook unravels the complex web of intrigue, betrayal, and fierce battles that defined one of history's most captivating conflicts. 
  From the noble houses of Lancaster and York, to the pivotal battles of St Albans and Bosworth, you'll explore the key figures, pivotal moments, and enduring legacies that shaped this dynastic war. Meet charismatic leaders like Henry VI, Richard III, and the first Tudor king, Henry VII, as their ambitions and rivalries unfold in a dramatic struggle for power. 
  You'll gain a deeper understanding of the events that led to the rise of the Tudor dynasty, setting the stage for the remarkable reign of Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious listener eager to learn, this audiobook offers a comprehensive and captivating guide to the Wars of the Roses. 
  Join us on this journey through history, where the fate of a nation hung in the balance, and discover how the Wars of the Roses changed England forever.

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  A Rare Recording of Film Icon...

  James Cagney

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  James Francis Cagney Jr., born in New York City, (July 17, 1899 - March 30, 1986) was an American actor and dancer. On stage and in film, he was known for his consistently energetic performances, distinctive vocal style, and deadpan comic timing. Cagney won the Academy Award in 1943 for his performance in Yankee Doodle Dandy. For his contributions to the film industry, Cagney was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960 and received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award in 1974. The following recording is from a 1980 interview.

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  Markov

  JP Sayle, Lisa Oliver

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  When Markov finds himself in a life and death situation, can the one man who rejected him be his true savior?   
  Markov Thalassa is stubborn, however even he has his limits when it comes to being rejected. When his brothers need help he contacts the one man he believes can help him, Cassius his old Shadow Commander. Only things backfire and Markov leaves the security of his family and his ex-team mates, heading straight into the clutches of evil on a quest to help find missing dragon eggs.  
  Shadow Commander, Cassius hides a secret. A secret so big that it means he has to reject his fated mate. Then he finds out his mate is in danger and must make some decisions that could jeopardize everything he works so hard to protect.  
  His world falls apart while he searches for Markov and now he has nothing to lose. But is it too late for forgiveness as the two men fight against the clock to figure out how to keep the Thalassa’s growing family safe from Andromeda – the worst kind of evil.  
  Markov is a paranormal gay romance, with a hard-headed shark who struggles to share and a kraken who decides to shake things up. This is the fourth book in the Tangled Tentacles Series. Each book in this series will deal with a new couple, so while the HEA is guaranteed, the epilogue for each book will lead into the next title.

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  White Pine - American History...

  Andrew Vietze

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  The history of the ubiquitous pine tree is wrapped up with the history of early America—and in the hands of a gifted storyteller becomes a compelling listen, almost an adventure story.

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  Newsroom Confidential - Lessons...

  Margaret Sullivan

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  "Lisa Flanagan narrates journalist Margaret Sullivan's memoir/manifesto authoritatively....and gives this important audiobook the seriousness it merits." - AudioFile MagazinePrologue read by the authorOver her four decades of working in newsrooms big and small, Margaret Sullivan has become a trusted champion and critic of the American news media. In this bracing memoir, Sullivan traces her life in journalism and how trust in the mainstream press has steadily eroded.Sullivan began her career at the Buffalo News, where she rose from summer intern to editor in chief. In Newsroom Confidential she chronicles her years in the trenches battling sexism and throwing elbows in a highly competitive newsroom. In 2012, Sullivan was appointed the public editor of The New York Times, the first woman to hold that important role. She was in the unique position of acting on behalf of readers to weigh the actions and reporting of the paper's staff, parsing potential lapses in judgment, unethical practices, and thorny journalistic issues. Sullivan recounts how she navigated the paper’s controversies, from Hillary Clinton's emails to Elon Musk's accusations of unfairness to the need for greater diversity in the newsroom. In 2016, having served the longest tenure of any public editor, Sullivan left for the Washington Post, where she had a front-row seat to the rise of Donald Trump in American media and politics.With her celebrated mixture of charm, sharp-eyed observation, and nuanced criticism, Sullivan takes us behind the scenes of the nation's most influential news outlets to explore how Americans lost trust in the news and what it will take to regain it.A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press.

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  Opium Wars and Sino-Japanese...

  Editors Charles River

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  The 19th century saw the rise of one of the largest, most powerful empires of the modern era. The sun never set on the British Empire, whose holdings spanned the globe, in one form or another. Its naval supremacy linked the Commonwealth of Canada with the colonies in South Africa and India, and through them trade flowed east and west. An integral but underutilized part of this vast trade network included China, a reclusive Asian kingdom closed off from the Western world that desired none of its goods. Unfortunately for China, the British had the might of an empire and economic force, not to mention modern arms, on their side. Breaking into China’s lucrative trade markets nearly destroyed the nation, severely discredited the Chinese dynasty, wreaked havoc on its people, and further propelled Britain’s empire into a dominant economic and military position. The collision of these two empires took many years and caused much bloodshed. In fact, the troubles started well before the eventual hostilities, festering as frustration mounted until finally boiling over. 
  Though both nations modernized, and China far outweighed Japan in terms of men and materiel potential, the island nation handily won its first modern war. The conflict resulted in Japan’s short-term gains in the wake of victory, and the long term disaster for both sides’ new roles in Asia, for with the end of Chinese dominance in East Asia came a new era for the region as a whole.  
  In 1937, the Empire of Japan once more went to war with China, a nation broken into petty warlord fiefdoms and wracked by civil war. The most modern Asian nation enacted a brutal campaign over the fragmented realms that made up China, committing atrocities just as horrendous as their Axis ally in Europe. Despite this, the sheer size of China, coupled with Japan’s overextension, allowed the larger, less developed nation to endure.

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