G. A. Henty 49 Historical Action Adventure Audiobooks in 49 MP3 Audio CDs

Description: These discs contain MP3 files to play on your computer (PC or Mac) or compatible player. please check your devices documentation for compatibility. G. A. Henty 49 Historical Action Adventure Audiobooks in 49 MP3 Audio CDs G. A. Henty (1832 - 1902) George Alfred Henty was a prolific English novelist and a special correspondent. He is best known for his historical adventure stories that were popular in the late 19th century. A Knight of the White CrossRead by Peter StrahmRunning Time:14:33:22 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionAdventure, pirates, a young orphan finds a place with a legendary order of knights. Fighting on sea and land to defend his people from barbaric slavers. Among Malay Pirates: A Tale of Adventure and PerilRead by Mike Harris and David LeesonRunning Time:6:05:45 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Children's Fiction, Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionG. A . Henty was a prolific writer of historical fiction for young adults. In this collection of shorter stories we visit Malay pirates, have a couple of tales of India, a shipwreck off the Channel Islands and a bursting dam in California, and finish off escaping from captivity in China. At Aboukir and Acre: A Story of Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt Read by Grace Silvey Running Time:10:01:20 in 1 MP3 Audio CD Genre(s): Historical Fiction This is a tale of the French expedition into Egypt led by Napoleon Bonaparte, aimed to establish a French colony in Egypt and to threaten English possessions in India. Edgar Blagrove, the son of an English merchantman trading in Alexandria, gets caught up in the conflict and does great service for his country against the French. At Agincourt - White Hoods of ParisRead by Mike HarrisRunning Time:10:13:26 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Children's Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionThe story begins in a grim feudal castle in Normandie. The times were troublous, and soon the king compelled Lady Margaret de Villeroy, with her children, to go to Paris as hostages. Guy Aylmer went with her.Paris was turbulent. Soon the guild of the butchers, adopting white hoods as their uniform, seized the city, and besieged the house where our hero and his charges lived. After desperate fighting, the white hoods were beaten and our hero and his charges escaped from the city, and from France. At the Point of the Bayonet: A Tale of the Mahratta WarRead by Lynne Thompson, Dave Gillespie, Soumen Barua, Adele de Pignerolles, Mike Pelton, Deon Gines, Jared H. B., Michele Eaton, Esther ben Simonides and RachelRunning Time:12:53:59 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionThe story of the war in which the power of the great Mahratta confederacy was broken ended in the firm establishment of the British Empire the Indian Peninsula. When the struggle began, the Mahrattas were masters of no small portion of India; their territory comprising the whole country between Bombay and Delhi, and stretching down from Rajputana to Allahabad; while in the south they were lords of the district of Cuttack, thereby separating Madras from Calcutta. The jealousies of the great Mahratta leaders, Holkar and Scindia, who were constantly at war with each other, or with the Peishwa at Poona, divided and weakened the nation and allowed the British to conquer, although at the cost of much blood, to free a large portion of India from a race that was a scourge--faithless, intriguing and crafty; cruel, and reckless of life. Henty paints the Mahrattas as cowardly tyrants and deserving of their ultimate downfall. Beric the Briton: a Story of the Roman InvasionRead by Gary OlmanRunning Time:15:12:32 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionMy series of stories dealing with the wars of England would be altogether incomplete did it not include the period when the Romans were the masters of the country. The valor with which the natives of this island defended themselves was acknowledged by the Roman historians, and it was only the superior discipline of the invaders that enabled them finally to triumph over the bravery and the superior physical strength of the Britons. The Roman conquest for the time was undoubtedly of immense advantage to the people -- who had previously wasted their energies in perpetual tribal wars -- as it introduced among them the civilization of Rome. In the end, however, it proved disastrous to the islanders, who lost all their military virtues. Having been defended from the savages of the north by the soldiers of Rome, the Britons were, when the legions were recalled, unable to offer any effectual resistance to the Saxons, who, coming under the guise of friendship, speedily became their masters, imposing a yoke infinitely more burdensome than that of Rome, and erasing almost every sign of the civilization that had been engrafted upon them. How far the British population disappeared under the subsequent invasion and the still more oppressive yoke of the Danes is uncertain; but as the invaders would naturally desire to retain the people to cultivate the land for them, it is probable that the great mass of the Britons were not exterminated. It is at any rate pleasant to believe that with the Saxon, Danish, and Norman blood in our veins, there is still a large admixture of that of the warriors who fought so bravely against Caesar, and who rose under Boadicea in a desperate effort to shake off the oppressive rule of Rome.. (Introduction by G.A.Henty) Bonnie Prince Charlie: a Tale of Fontenoy and CullodenRead by Ryan Cherrick, Rachel and Adele de PignerollesRunning Time:09:55:44 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionThis is a tale of the son of a Scottish officer, who gets arrested for helping a Jacobite agent. Set during the Jacobite rebellion in Scotland in 1755, the boy escapes and makes it to France and shares some adventures with Prince Charlie. By Pike and DykeRead by David LeesonRunning Time:10:48:52 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): HistoricalIt is the 1570's, and the people of the Netherlands live in terror under the cruel dominion of Spain. Though many long to be free of Spanish tyranny, efforts at rebellion are failing, and allies are nowhere to be found. Edward “Ned” Martin, son of an English captain and a Dutch lady, is thrust into the conflict when he resolves to help his mother’s people and avenge his murdered relatives. Entering the service of the revolutionary leader William the Silent, Prince of Orange, Ned is called upon to carry out dangerous secret missions deep within occupied territory. Through hairbreadth escapes, fierce sea fights, terrifying sieges, and daring rescues, Ned becomes a witness to the inspiring and heartbreaking events of the rise of the Dutch republic. Captain Bayley's Heir: A Tale of the Gold Fields of CaliforniaRead by RachelRunning Time:09:02:11 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionWhen young Frank is falsely accused of a crime, he leaves England to seek adventure in America. He joins a wagon train heading west to the California gold fields, but as he is soon to find out, the West is more than just adventure! Braving Indians, wolves, and other dangers, Frank is determined to strike it rich - and perhaps someday clear his name and return home. Colonel Thorndyke's SecretRead by Lynne Thompson, Nick Bulka, Gertrude Durette and Kenneth Sergeant GaghanRunning Time:13:42:49 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure FictionIntrigue, murder, highwaymen... A British soldier serving in India has stolen a diamond bracelet from a Hindu idol. The bracelet comes into the possession of Colonel Thorndyke, who is subsequently sent home to England, where he dies of wounds received and bequeaths the bracelet to his relatives, having told his brother about it, but not its location. Meanwhile, the theft has caused a stir in India, and the Hindu faithful regard it as their religious duty to reclaim the jewel at any cost. Also published under the title: "The Brahmin's Treasure". Dash for KhartoumRead by Deon Gines, K. Hand and Heidi OlsonRunning Time:13:15:25 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Crime & Mystery Fiction, Travel Fiction, Historical FictionWhen a nursemaid mixes up her baby boy and the baby of the family she works for, the family decides to keep both. Years later, the nursemaid returns, intent on using the boys to get money. When the boy she chooses first refuses to help and instead runs away, his adopted family is willing to do everything they can to rescue him. But will it be enough when war threatens in the Sudan--the runaway's destination? For the Temple: A Tale of the Fall of JerusalemRead by Anonymous, Joan Freeman and DoryRunning Time:10:51:11 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, Action & AdventureIn all history, there is no drama of more terrible interest than that which terminated with the total destruction of Jerusalem. Had the whole Jewish nation joined in the desperate resistance made, by a section of it, to the overwhelming strength of Rome, the world would have had no record of truer patriotism than that displayed, by this small people, in their resistance to the forces of the mistress of the world. In Freedom's CauseRead by Mike Harris, Ted Garvin, Chris Caron and Gabrielle C.Running Time:10:16:06 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionAnother stirring tale from the master of historical fiction set in the time of Robert Bruce and William Wallace and their struggle for Scotland's independence. In the Hands of the Cave-DwellersRead by Laurie BanzaRunning Time:03:00:01 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionIn the Hands of the Cave-Dwellers is a classic adventure where the hero is an American sailor who saves a young Mexican from thugs. The story spreads to an Indian attack, the loss of the heroine to cave dwellers, her rescue, and the eventual happiness of hero and heroine who have overcome adversity. In the Irish Brigade A Tale of War in Flanders and SpainRead by Rachel; Lynne Thompson; MaryAnn Spiegal; Jeremiah Sutherland; Mike Pelton; Deon Gines; Gloria Begemann; Joseph Tabler; Mary in Arkansas; Kathleen Moore and GabrielleCRunning Time:12:10:03 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionIn this adventure story by the novelist and war correspondent, G.A. Henty, Desmond Kennedy, a young Irishman flees political oppression and religious persecution at home to serve in the French armies of Louis XIV. We join Desmond and his loyal companions as, captured in Scotland during the attempted Stuart Restoration of 1715, they engineer a daring prison escape. There are adventures in Spain and the harrowing events of the battle of Oudenard. Returning home, our hero must discover his true identity if he is ever to resume his rightful place in his native land. In the Reign of Terror: The Adventures of a Westminster BoyRead by Jenn Raimundo, Eden Rea-Hedrick and Ryan CherrickRunning Time:07:35:24 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionLike all Henty books, this one centers around a young English lad whose courtesy and courage win the day. Harry Sandwith travels to France to serve a French Marquis, despite the rumblings of a revolution. Follow along to benefit from a wholesome story full of historical facts in good, old Henty fashion. On the Irrawaddy, A Story of the First Burmese WarRead by Mike HarrisRunning Time:8:47:00 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): General Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionWith the exception of the terrible retreat from Afghanistan, none of England's many little wars have been so fatal--in proportion to the number of those engaged--as our first expedition to Burma. It was undertaken without any due comprehension of the difficulties to be encountered, from the effects of climate and the deficiency of transport; the power, and still more the obstinacy and arrogance of the court of Ava were altogether underrated; and it was considered that our possession of her ports would assuredly bring the enemy, who had wantonly forced the struggle upon us, to submission. Events, however, proved the completeness of the error. The Burman policy of carrying off every boat on the river, laying waste the whole country, and driving away the inhabitants and the herds, maintained our army as prisoners in Rangoon through the first wet season; and caused the loss of half the white officers and men first sent there. The subsequent campaign was no less fatal and, although large reinforcements had been sent, fifty percent of the whole died; so that less than two thousand fighting men remained in the ranks, when the expedition arrived within a short distance of Ava. Not until the last Burmese army had been scattered did the court of Ava submit to the by no means onerous terms we imposed. One of the 28th - a Tale of WaterlooRead by Mike HarrisRunning Time:10:02:37 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionA tale of Victorian-style romance, maritime battles and even the penultimate Napoleonic battle - Waterloo. Redskin and Cow-Boy: A Tale of the Western PlainsRead by DoryRunning Time:10:39:33 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): WesternsThe central interest of this story is found in the many adventures of an English lad who seeks employment as a cowboy on a cattle ranch. His experiences during a "roundup" present in picturesque form the toilsome, exciting, adventurous life of a cowboy; while the perils of a frontier settlement are vividly set forth in an Indian raid, accompanied by pillage, capture, and recapture. The story is packed full of breezy adventure. Saint George for EnglandRead by Jim Mowatt, Brett W. Downey, Todd Cranston-Cuebas, Richard Kilmer, Amy Benton, Diana Majlinger and Bill MacRunning Time:9:36:27 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): HistoricalA tale written for children in 1885.It tells of a child of noble birth whose parents have fallen foul of the current royalty. He is placed in hiding and grows up with a bowyer and then apprenticed to an armourer just outside the gates of the City of London.He becomes accomplished in arms and joins the campaign in France where we see the battles of Crecy and Poitiers through his eyes.A tale of heroism and 14th century viciousness. Great fun. St. Bartholomew's EveRead by Anna ChristensenRunning Time:12:02:29 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Children's Fiction, Historical FictionSet in the days of the religious wars of Europe, St. Bartholomew's Eve is the tale of the Huguenot's desperate fight for freedom of worship in France. As the struggle intensifies the plot thickens, culminating in the dreadful Massacre of St. Bartholomew's Eve. Henty, "The Boy's Own Storyteller" weaves the life and adventures of Philip Fletcher and his cousin, Francois DeLaville, into the historical background with thrilling battles, sieges and escapes along the way (not to mention a fair damsel in distress! ). Tales from the Works of G.A.HentyRead by John-Paul Nelson, Gillian Hendrie, Aniroo, Scott Kelley, ToddHW, Rachel, Patrick Saville, Chess Knight, Dale Grothmann and Lynne ThompsonRunning Time:04:15:55 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure FictionIn this volume, published posthumously, we are presented with thirteen signature stories taken from within his novels. We are taken to India, to Canada, aboard a plague ship and back to Hannibal's army. We confront the Chinese, the Black Death and numerous brushes with death in these gripping tales, which give us a taste of Henty's storytelling mastery.The Mate's Story from 'The Plague Ship'The Explosion in the Vaughan Pit from 'Facing Death'The Red Captain from 'One of the 28th'A Wife's Stratagem from 'In Freedom's Cause'Kindness Rewarded from 'Captain Bayley's Heir'A Battle with Wolves from 'The Young Cathaginian'A Cyclone in the Bay of Bengal from 'A Chapter of Adventures'The Flood in Pine-Tree Gulch from 'Tales of Daring and Danger'A Brush with the Chinese from 'Tales of Daring and Danger'The Black Death from 'St. George for England'The White Ship from 'The Reign of Terror'The Child's Return from 'With Wolfe in Canada'The Black Hole of Calcutta from 'With Clive in India' Tales of Daring and DangerRead by Keith SalisRunning Time:02:57:10 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Culture & Heritage Fiction, Fictional Biographies & MemoirsG A Henty takes us on a variety of adventures in this collection:A daring rescue on rough seas, a military action against Chinese pirates, hunting down a tiger in India, and even a calamity in a camp of gold miners in California!With each new encounter, you'll thrill at the daring of our heroes in the face of imminent danger. The Cat of BubastesRead by David LeesonRunning Time:10:46:08 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionG.A. Henty’s “tale of ancient Egypt” tells the story of Amuba, prince of the Rebu, who is taken captive when his people are conquered by the Egyptians, and then becomes the servant and companion of Chebron, son of the high priest of Osiris. A mystery unfolds as the lads find evidence of a murderous conspiracy within the ranks of the priesthood; but they must then flee for their lives when they unintentionally kill the cat selected as the successor to the Cat of Bubastes, one of the most sacred animals of Egypt. Amuba and Chebron are strong, courageous, and resourceful – but will this be enough to carry them beyond the long reach of the power of Egypt? The Curse of Carne's HoldRead by Michele Eaton, Matthew Walker, Karl Henning, Gabriela Cowan, Anna Simon, Kimberly Krause, Lynne Thompson, Michelle Rigdon and Tammy StalcupRunning Time:11:26:13 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure FictionWhen Ronald Mervyn from Devonshire is falsely accused of murder he emigrates to South Africa. He takes part in the Kaffir war and during this time he rescues a family from death. The family then return to England and try to establish Ronald's innocence. The Dragon and the Raven: Or The Days of King AlfredRead by Mike HarrisRunning Time:7:22:07 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): General Fiction, Historical FictionDuring the reign of King Alfred, Danish forces have invaded the English countryside. Although the English try to repulse these attacks, they are overrun by the savagery and sheer numbers of the Danes. The Golden CanyonRead by Laurie BanzaRunning Time:02:00:03 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action & AdventureIn August, 1856, times were hard in San Diego. Dick, who worked on the ship, "Northampton", was attacked by a ruthless gang - the next morning he found that his ship had sailed off without him. In no time, his closest friends came to him and nursed him back to health. In talking about the events, they decided it was time for a change, to make a better life for themselves, and that meant they would plan to leave and travel together in the quest to find gold in the "Gold Canyon". Along the way, they find themselves on the most dangerous adventure they will ever encounter in their lifetime, which includes a whole lot of "the unexpected" throughout the journey, and meeting up with savagely brutal Apache's. Will there be casualties in this quest? And does there really exist a "Golden Canyon"? A quick paced action adventure awaits! The Lion of Saint Mark: A Story of Venice in the Fourteenth CenturyRead by Rachel, ChessKnight, Romano, Deon Gines, Elizabeth Miller and Linda JohnsonRunning Time:11:59:37 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, Action & Adventure"Of all the chapters of history, there are few more interesting or wonderful than that which tells the story of the rise and progress of Venice."And thus begins another swashbuckling adventure by G. A. Henty. The great city-state is in trouble from Genoa and other neighboring cities, and of course it's up to a young English lad to save her! Kidnappings, sea battles, dangerous adventures of all sorts and even a little romance combine to make this one of Henty's most exciting novels. Climb aboard and join us for an adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat! The Tiger of MysoreRead by Mike HarrisRunning Time:11:30:12 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): General Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionDuring the Indian war with Tippoo Saib, 15 year old Dick Holland and his mother set out from England to find and rescue his father, shipwrecked 6 years earlier, and believed to be held prisoner by the 'Tiger of Mysore' The Young CarthaginianRead by Larry Wilson, Stephen Gibbons, Ravi Shankar, Lynne Thompson, Ralph Crown, Brett G. Hirsch, Arnie Horton, Deon Gines, Edward Kirkby, Paige G and Brett W. DowneyRunning Time:11:40:23 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionTypically, Henty's heroes are boys of pluck in troubled times, and this is no different. Detailed research is embellished with a vivid imagination, especially in this novel set in the Punic wars, about which knowledge is limited: "...certainly we had but a hazy idea as to the merits of the struggle and knew but little of its events, for the Latin and Greek authors, which serve as the ordinary textbooks in schools, do not treat of the Punic wars. That it was a struggle for empire at first, and latterly one for existence on the part of Carthage, that Hannibal was a great and skilful general, that he defeated the Romans at Trebia, Lake Trasimenus, and Cannae, and all but took Rome, and that the Romans behaved with bad faith and great cruelty at the capture of Carthage, represents, I think, pretty nearly the sum total of our knowledge. " Through Russian SnowsRead by Gary OlmanRunning Time:11:42:11 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionThere are few campaigns that, either in point of the immense scale upon which it was undertaken, the completeness of its failure, or the enormous loss of life entailed, appeal to the imagination in so great a degree as that of Napoleon against Russia. Fortunately, we have in the narratives of Sir Robert Wilson, British commissioner with the Russian army, and of Count Segur, who was upon Napoleon's staff, minute descriptions of the events as seen by eye-witnesses, and besides these the campaign has been treated fully by various military writers. I have as usual avoided going into details of horrors and of acts of cruelty and ferocity on both sides, surpassing anything in modern warfare, and have given a mere outline of the operations, with a full account of the stern fight at Smolensk and the terrible struggle at Borodino. I would warn those of my readers who may turn to any of the military works for a further history of the campaign, that the spelling of Russian places and names varies so greatly in the accounts of different writers, that sometimes it is difficult to believe that the same person or town is meant, and even in the narratives by Sir Robert Wilson, and by Lord Cathcart, our ambassador at St. Petersburg, who was in constant communication with him, scarcely a name will be found similarly spelt. I mention this, as otherwise much confusion might be caused by those who may compare my story with some of these recognized authorities, or follow the incidents of the campaign upon maps of Russia. Through the FrayRead by Gabrielle C.Running Time:8:19:12 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionNed Sankey is a quick-tempered, strong-willed boy during the Luddite riots in Yorkshire. The happy times at the beginning of the story are soon marred by the death of his father. From there things only get worse. When things take a turn for the worst, how will he respond? True to the Old FlagRead by Grace Woodword, Tricia G, MaryAnn Spiegal, Chris Caron, Anna Simon and Abigail BartelsRunning Time:10:49:43 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionThis book tells the story of the American war of Independence from the side of the British. The old flag mentioned in the title is the flag of England. This is a book for young readers, but - as a good book should be - everybody can enjoy it". Under Drake's Flag: A Tale Of The Spanish MainRead by Lynne Thompson, Mike Pelton, Meridiculous, Fiddlesticks, Deon Gines, Gabriela Cowan, Paul Simonin and KHandRunning Time:10:41:38 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionAn exciting tale set on the high seas, in a period ruled by exploration, with the ever-present dangers of nature and the weather, together with pirates of the famed Spanish Main. Under Wellington’s CommandRead by Charles P. SappRunning Time:11:41:02 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionUnder Wellington's Command is the sequel to With Moore at Corunna. The book picks up where the last book left off when Portugal is freed from the French in 1809. Terence O'Connor is still in command of the Minho regiment of Portuguese, and serves with distinction on detached duty in harassing the French and gaining information. His command being on the edge the allied army, is constantly engaged in skirmishes and in the great battles of the Peninsular War. When London BurnedRead by Keith SalisRunning Time:12:38:21 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionFollow the exciting beginnings of the career of Sir Cyril Shenstone. Orphaned at the death of his father, Sir Aubrey Shenstone, Cyril begins to use his intelligence and honesty to help merchants with their bookkeeping. While this is not an adventuresome lifestyle, Cyril finds opportunities to help his employer and build his standing. Through some Providential occurrences involving a fire of wealthy estates, thwarting burglaries, saving the honor of a young maiden, and saving the Price's ship in a battle, Cyril is put in command of a small vessel and further aids the British navy in battle. The story enforces for us the importance of looking for God's will in our lives, no matter in what situation He has placed us. Winning His Spurs: A Tale of the CrusadesRead by Jennifer GasieckiRunning Time:09:04:32 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & AdventureSet in the late twelfth century during the Third Crusade, the Norman Conquest having occurred not much more than a hundred years ago, Winning His Spurs is a tale of Christian heroism. Cuthbert, a fifteen-year-old village boy whose life is rather dull, is given his life's dream when, after showing heroic bravery in saving Margaret, the daughter of the Earl of Evesham, from Wortham Hold, he is hired as the page of the earl to serve in the war against the Muslims occupying Jerusalem. This brave young boy serves as a soldier in the Crusade, commits acts of heroism, rescues a Princess, and eventually, he "wins his spurs" as a knight and is promoted to Earl of Evesham himself! Are you ready to join Cuthbert and learn of his exciting adventures? With Clive in IndiaRead by Gary OlmanRunning Time:13:32:35 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionWith Clive in India gives a vivid picture of the wonderful events of the ten years, which at their commencement saw Madras in the hands of the French--Calcutta at the mercy of the Nabob of Bengal--and English influence apparently at the point of extinction in India--and which ended in the final triumph of the English, both in Bengal and Madras. There were yet great battles to be fought, great efforts to be made, before the vast Empire of India fell altogether into British hands; but these were but the sequel of the events described. By Right of Conquest; Or, With Cortez in MexicoRead by Ryan Cherrick, Deon Gines and Jennifer PainterRunning Time:15:22:24 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Culture & Heritage Fiction, Historical FictionIn perhaps the most audacious military enterprise in the history of human conquest, Cortez, with only a few hundred men, conquered a civilization of tens of thousands. This is the story of an Englishman who boards a merchant ship destined for the New World, but a shipwreck strands him in Pre-Columbian Mexico, and Roger must find a way to avoid becoming one of the many human sacrifices offered to the Aztec gods. With Frederick The Great: A Story of the Seven Years' WarRead by Gary OlmanRunning Time:13:03:01 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionAmong the great wars of history there are few, if any, instances of so long and successfully sustained a struggle, against enormous odds, as that of the Seven Years' War, maintained by Prussia--then a small and comparatively insignificant kingdom--against Russia, Austria, and France simultaneously, who were aided also by the forces of most of the minor principalities of Germany. The population of Prussia was not more than five millions, while that of the Allies considerably exceeded a hundred millions. Prussia could put, with the greatest efforts, but a hundred and fifty thousand men into the field, and as these were exhausted she had but small reserves to draw upon; while the Allies could, with comparatively little difficulty, put five hundred thousand men into the field, and replenish them as there was occasion. That the struggle was successfully carried on, for seven years, was due chiefly to the military genius of the king; to his indomitable perseverance; and to a resolution that no disaster could shake, no situation, although apparently hopeless, appall. Something was due also, at the commencement of the war, to the splendid discipline of the Prussian army at that time; but as comparatively few of those who fought at Lobositz could have stood in the ranks at Torgau, the quickness of the Prussian people to acquire military discipline must have been great; and this was aided by the perfect confidence they felt in their king, and the enthusiasm with which he inspired them. With Lee in VirginiaRead by Ryan Cherrick and Mark ThorntonRunning Time:10:30:39 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionVincent Wingfield is the son of a wealthy Virginian planter. When the country goes to war, he enlists in the cavalry, and sees action under the various generals commanding the army in and near Virginia. He has several private adventures as well, including a personal enemy, prison escape, rescue of a young lady, spying expedition, and recovery of a stolen slave. He rises in rank in the Confederate army, and after the war is over, he marries and returns home to manage his mother's plantation. Henty in this book gives an overview of the causes of the Civil War, and follows the battles and movements of the army in Virginia and the surrounding area. The issue of slavery is discussed several times from the viewpoint of an Englishman who detested the institution, but saw that most slaves on large plantations were well treated. While not an an exhaustive work, With Lee In Virginia covers the main generals (Lee, Jackson, Stuart, Grant, McClellan, Sherman, Pope, etc.) and the most important battles of the war in an interesting and instructive format. With Moore at CorunnaRead by Charles P. SappRunning Time:12:21:38 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical FictionTerrence O’Conner, Son of an officer in the “Mayo Fusiliers,” joins as an ensign when the regiment is called out to Portugal to fight the French in the Peninsular War. Terrence quickly distinguishes himself in early battles and is with Sir John Moore when that general invaded Spain. General Moore was forced to retreat to the town of Corunna where the British beat the French and then retreated on their ships without Terrence. Terrence eventually leads a band of Portuguese irregulars and creates the Minho Regiment. He rescues his cousin from a convent and is present at the fall of Oporto. Part 2 of the story is told in the sequel “Under Wellington’s Command.” Wulf the SaxonRead by Peter John KeebleRunning Time:12:12:49 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure Fiction, Historical FictionWulf the Saxon is a classic George Henty tale of nobility, loyalty and courage set in 11th century Britain. It relates the adventures of Wulf, a young, but extremely capable Saxon Thane. Wulf with his friends and servitors devote their lives to the service of Harold Godwinson, both before and after he becomes king of England. They are directly involved in capturing castles, rescuing shipwreck survivors, foiling assassination attempts and entering the terrible battles at Stamford Bridge and Senlac field by Hastings. The Cornet of HorseRead by Charles P. Sapp, Jack Mundling, Redrun, Yoganandh T, Gini Rosario, George Nissan, K. Hand, Richa Jain, Marie Christian, Mark Leder, Adele Pooley, C. Zandra, The Countess and Victoria Alice BellRunning Time:10:33:23 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionRupert Holiday is forced to flee England after wounding a miscreant in fight, and joins the Duke of Marlborough in his campaigns during the War of Spanish Succession. Rupert has many adventures and hairbreadth escapes, as he greatly distinguishes himself during the conflict. This was one of Henty's earliest books, and helped launch Henty's career as a Historical Fiction writer. The Stone ChestRead by Laurie BanzaRunning Time:01:32:59 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & Adventure FictionWhen the ship, Bluebell, went down, Captain Cromwell and Ruel Gross escaped on a raft, and after several days of suffering, finally reached Cedar Island.They found a stone chest, and Captain Cromwell was captured by savages. Gross managed to escape gravely injured, but before expiring, told Mrs. Cromwell and son, Bob, that their husband and father was still alive when he escaped. Bob resolved immediately he must try to rescue his father if that was so, because everyone believes he is dead. But the long journey won't be easy. He and his mom manage to get passage on the Dart, but there will be terrible weather and potentially fatal icebergs to fight, a madman, savages, and a host of other events that will put everyone's lives in danger. And is Captain Cromwell still alive; will he be rescued? Will a Stone Chest be found, and if so, what is in that Stone Chest? Mystery and Adventure awaits! Held Fast For England: A Tale of the Siege of GibraltarRead by Ashton Hoffman, Felicity C., Priamedes, Redrun, Larry Gieseke, Adele de Pignerolles, Cbteddy, Belinda McReynolds and Grace SilveyRunning Time:10:48:27 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction"He is sharp, and does his lessons well. I have no difficulty with him, on that score; but he is a perfect imp of mischief." Young Bob Repton always has some bright idea, making him quite popular with the boys at school... if not with the teachers. But when a bit of mischief pushes him out of school and into the world of adults, where will his ingenuity and initiative take him? Bob will join the defense in the historic Siege of Gibraltar, which "stands almost alone in the annals of warfare, alike in its duration and in the immense preparations made, by the united powers of France and Spain, for the capture of the fortress." In such a fight, his penchant for trouble might just come in handy! In the Heart of the RockiesRead by Alan Camerer Running Time:10:14:50 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Action & AdventurePREFACEMY DEAR LADS,Until comparatively lately that portion of the United States in which I have laid this story was wholly unexplored. The marvelous canyons of the Colorado River extend through a country absolutely bare and waterless, and save the tales told by a few hunters or gold-seekers who, pressed by Indians, made the descent of some of them, but little was known regarding this region. It was not until 1869 that a thorough exploration of the canyons was made by a government expedition under the command of Major Powell. This expedition passed through the whole of the canyons, from those high up on the Green River to the point where the Colorado issues out on to the plains. Four years were occupied by the party in making a detailed survey of the course of the main river and its tributaries. These explorations took place some eight or nine years after the date of my story. The country in which the Big Wind River has its source, and the mountain chains contained in it, were almost unknown until, after the completion of the railway to California, the United States government was forced to send an expedition into it to punish the Indians for their raids upon settlers in the plains. For details of the geography and scenery I have relied upon the narrative of Mr. Baillie-Grohman, who paid several visits to the country in 1878 and the following years in quest of sport, and was the first white man to penetrate the recesses of the higher mountains. At that time the Indians had almost entirely deserted the country. For the details of the dangers and difficulties of the passage through the canyons I am indebted to the official report of Major Powell, published by the United States government. The Young Colonists: A Story of the Zulu and Boer WarsRead by Multiple Readers Running Time:07:24:03 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): Historical Fiction, War & Military FictionIn this book, Henty explores the wars of the British empire in Africa. His sympathies may be entirely with the English (as is our young protagonist), but his eye for historical detail and his ability to weave a personal plot into the real events of history make this an educational and still engaging read.Or, in the author's own words: After having written upwards of fifty records of almost unbroken success to the British arms in almost all parts of the world, I have found it painful to describe these two campaigns in which we suffered defeat. I trust, however, that this story will prove of great interest to the reader because of the characteristic English pluck and daring of its hero. Those Other AnimalsRead by Silas JacksonRunning Time:05:50:52 in 1 MP3 Audio CDGenre(s): AnimalsG.A. Henty offers a clever and witty perspective on different animal species, especially focusing on over-looked or under-appreciated species, and how humans often view many of them unfairly or too harshly. Please note:The language and ideas in this book reflect the period in which it was written. Some readers and listeners may be offended. Our Audiobooks are Complete and Unabridged (unless otherwise indicated)Our Audiobooks are always read by real people, never by computers.Please Note: These recorded readings are from the author's original works which are in the public domain. All recordings and artwork are in the public domain and there are no infringements or copyrights. Each track starts with "This is a LibriVox recording...."Although Librivox has graciously made these recordings available to the public domain, they are not associated with the sale of this product. Public Domain Books A public-domain book is a book with no copyright, a book that was created without a license, or a book where its copyrights expired or have been forfeited. In most countries the of copyright expires on the first day of January, 70 years after the death of the latest living author. The longest copyright term is in Mexico, which has life plus 100 years for all deaths since July 1928. A notable exception is the United States, where every book and tale published before 1926 is in the public domain; American copyrights last for 95 years for books originally published between 1925 and 1978 if the copyright was properly registered and maintained.

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