Visit the Past With These Audiobooks

History audiobooks tell readers about the past and help them understand the present. They provide insights into other civilizations' histories. Here are some audiobooks that bring history to life.

SPQR - Mary Beard

Initially published in 2015, SPQR tells the history of Rome. The author didn't use technical jargon to ensure that readers will enjoy the book. Phyllida Nash narrated the audiobook, and it shows how a slightly worn Iron Age village rose and became the undisputed supreme leader of the Mediterranean.

The Naturalist - Darrin Lunde

In this eBook, the author took a different approach by looking at the passion that the former president Theodore Roosevelt had for nature. Lunde explores how this passion paved the way for the country's wildlife conservation movement and influenced his personal development. Lunde offers an informed view on the work of the 26th president. His expertise, combined with research, make for an adventurous listen, especially when paired with Scott Brick's vocal stylings.

Twelve Years a Slave - Solomon Northup

The narrator of this audiobook is Louis Gossett Jr. The audiobook follows Northup, an African American who was born in New York. He talks about how he was tricked to D.C. Here, Northup was kidnapped and then sold in the Deep South as a slave. He was in bondage for twelve years before passing the information to his family and friends in New York. The state helped to secure his release.

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Kamala Harris Quotes on Running for President in 2020

Be inspired with these quotes from Indian-African-American United States Vice President, Kamala Devi Harris.

1. “You have to see and smell and feel the circumstances of people to really understand them.” – Kamala Harris

2. “Surround yourself with really good friends. Have people around you who cheer you on, and applaud you, and support you, and are honest with you, and tell you, you know, when your breath stinks.” – Kamala Harris

3. “I was raised in a way that one does not talk about themselves or their feelings. One is expected to do good work, but it’s not about you, it’s not about your feelings. It’s about the thing that needs to get done.” – Kamala Harris

4. “I’ve been a proud mentor to many women seeking public office, because I believe we need more women at all levels of government. Women have an equal stake in our future and should have an equal voice in our politics. These are challenging times, but I believe getting more women to run for office is a big part of the solution.” – Kamala Harris

5. “The core of my campaign is the people.” – Kamala Harris

6. “[My work is] so much a part of me. I think about my job all the time, not in a way that is burdensome but in a way that asks, ‘How can I do good?’ I’m also blessed to do work that I really enjoy doing.” – Kamala Harris

7. “Running for office is similar to being a trial lawyer in a very long trial. It requires adrenaline and stamina; it requires being in shape mentally and emotionally. It’s a marathon.” – Kamala Harris

8. “We need to work to ensure the leaders reflect the people they are supposed to represent, and until we achieve that full representation, I think we should understand we are falling short of the ideals of this country.” – Kamala Harris

9. “Nobody is living their life through the lens of one issue. And I think what people want is leadership that sees them through the complexity of their lives and pays equal attention to their needs. Let’s not put people in a box.” – Kamala Harris

10. “I’ll be judged on the body of work and not the popularity of any one decision.” – Kamala Harris

11. “If anyone ever gets in your way and tells you to not follow your dreams — be it because of your age, gender, what you look like or where you come from — don’t listen. Do not be burdened by what has been when you can create what should be.” – Kamala Harris

12. “Don’t give up – our country needs you now more than ever. This is a pivotal moment in the history of our country: Our ideals are at stake, and we all have to fight for who we are. We are all, and should be treated as, equals, but the disparity in terms of income and inequality, for women and women of colour, is significant.” – Kamala Harris

13. “Here’s the truth people need to understand: To tackle the challenges of the twenty-first century, we must empower women and families. If we do not lift up women and families, everyone will fall short. – Kamala Harris ”

14. “My mother had a saying: ‘You may be the first to do many things, but make sure you’re not the last.’” – Kamala Harris

15. “The American dream belongs to all of us.” – Kamala Harris

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