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Abridged Biography Audiobooks

Alexander Hamilton
Author: Ron Chernow, Reader: Grover Gardner

A landmark biography of the witty, controversial genius who galvanized and scandalized this newborn nation. Includes his exotic upbringing; his military, legal, and financial exploits; his titanic feuds; his illicit romances; and his deathin a duel with Vice President Aaron Burr. An American Library Association Notable. One of The New York Times Book Review's Top 10 of 2004. "Comprehensive and superbly written."—Booklist

Abridged, 10 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E9X043, 9780142800430, $39.95
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Benjamin Franklin
An American Life
Author: Walter Isaacson, Reader: Boyd Gaines

Behind the portrait on the $100 bill is a phenomenal man, a great writer as well as a media baron, scientist, and diplomat, and a practical and ingenious statesman. He had an unwavering faith in the wisdom of the common citizen. Audie Award finalist. "Blessed with one of the most polished and easy-to-absorb voices in the audio business, reader Boyd Gaines does an outstanding job with [this] excellent biography."—USA Today

Abridged, 6 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E6P365, 9780743533652, $30.00
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Casanova
Author: Giacomo Casanova, Reader: Benedict Cumberbatch

Born in 1725 to Italian and Spanish parentage, Giacomo Casanova lived a long and exciting life. A scholar and an adventurer, he traveled widely throughout Europe and Russia. But he is most well-known for his womanizing and he reveals time after time how he just couldn't help falling in love! His eloquence and charm will not be lost on the listener either: the writing is remarkably modern, accessible, and funny.

Abridged, 4 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E4X7574, 9781934997574, $26.95 This item is scheduled for release on 03/01/2010, but you may order it now for earliest possible shipment.
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Champlain's Dream
The Founding of North America
Author: David Hackett Fischer, Reader: Edward Herrmann

Samuel de Champlain, soldier, spy, navigator, and explorer, founded New France (now called Quebec) and was its first governor. This fascinating biography celebrates the 400th anniversary of Quebec's founding. By the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Washington's Crossing. A 2008 Publishers Weekly Best Book. "Hermann's reading is graceful and exciting, but the true appeal of the book lies in its depiction of a life that is simply extraordinary."—AudioFile

Abridged, 8 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E8P953, 9780743579537, $39.99
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Greek Lives
Lycurgus, Themistocles, Pericles, Alexander, Demosthenes, and Others
Author: Plutarch, Reader: Nicholas Farrell

The ancient Hellenic culture still resonates with us. Written at the beginning of the second century, this collection of accounts of the lives of noble Grecians is a brilliant social history of the ancient world. Offers a unique insight into the characters as well as the achievements of men who influenced their age and the empires that their culture dominated. "Farrell reads with grace and gravitas."—AudioFile

Abridged, 6 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E4E289, 9789626342893, $41.98
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Hughes
The Private Diaries, Memos and Letters
Author: Richard Hack, Reader: Dan Cashman

From here to eccentricity! This definitive biography of the private, unconventional billionaire, Howard Hughes, is based on newly uncovered personal letters, sealed court testimony, declassified FBI files, and never-before-revealed autopsyfindings. Hear about his numerous affairs, his mapless explorations, and the ruthlessness of his business dealings. The movie Aviator stars Leonardo DiCaprio. "Exciting.. a legend who at last has an accounting worthy of him."—Publishers Weekly

Abridged, 5 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E5X756, 9781597777568, $22.95
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Jane Boleyn
The True Story of the Infamous Lady Rochford
Author: Julia Fox, Reader: Jenny Sterlin

The captivating, true story of intrigue and betrayal in the court of Henry VIII. Enter the inner sanctum of court life, laced with intrigue and encumbered by disgrace during the stormy Tudor period. Jane emerges as a courageous spirit, a modern woman forced by circumstances to fend for herself in a privileged but vicious world. "Sterlin delivers the material with a perfectly refined English frankness. She keeps the pace smooth, acting as an unbiased observer to the intrigue and espionage."—AudioFile

Abridged, 5 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E5R879, 9780739358795, $29.95
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John Glenn: A Memoir
Author: John Glenn, with Nick Taylor, Reader: John Glenn

Proof that America still has heroes. Space explorer, fighter pilot, senator, husband of 56 years to his childhood sweetheart – his story is one of courage, daring, and lifelong commitment to public duty. Told in the straightforward, unassuming style that has been his hallmark for decades, this extraordinary audiobook captures the unique alchemy that brings a man to the forefront of his time. "Plainspoken yet thrilling... will put a lump in [listener's] throats."—Publishers Weekly

Abridged, 4 cassettes, Biography, Historical Figures, E4C664, 9780553526646, ~~$27.00~~ Now $17.55
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Ladies of Liberty
The Women Who Shaped Our Nation
Author/Reader: Cokie Roberts, Cokie Roberts

Following up on her homage to our Founding Mothers, Roberts reveals the compelling stories of another collection of remarkable women and their achievements from 1796 to 1828. These determined, passionate people advocated education, human rights, and abolition, and laid the groundwork for a better society. Audie Award finalist for 2009. "Roberts is an insightful and passionate reader who delights in her subjects' daily lives, triumphs, outrages, and humor."—AudioFile

Abridged, 8 CDs, Biography, Historical Figures, E5H7257, 9780061227257, $39.95
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