Spain

An engaging examination of a people by the author of Salt: A World History. Occupying a small corner of Spain and France, the Basque people truly believe they should live in their own private country—and in this illuminating exploration, the best-selling author of Salt and Cod explains why...

With the age of voyages of discovery in the 15th century, the curtain of history slowly came down on the late Middle Ages. Portuguese and Spanish...

As the war turns in Britain’s favour, Brin confronts old and new enemies and discovers someone close to him is a British traitor. Jameson finally breaks free of the torturer, Anton Ziegler, but is he walking into even greater danger when the SS takes him captive and extradites him to Berlin?

A TIMES HISTORY BOOK OF THE YEAR From the preeminent historian of 20th century Spain Paul Preston, Architects of Terror is a new history of how paranoia, conspiracy and anti-Semitism was used to justify the military coup of 1936 and enabled the construction of a dictatorship built on violence...

In just over a hundred years - from the death of Muhammad in 632 to the beginning of the Abbasid Caliphate in 750 - the followers of the Prophet swept across the whole of the Middle East....

In 1528, a mission set out from Spain to colonize Florida. But the expedition went horribly wrong. Of the 300 men who had embarked on the journey, only four survived....

In August of 1588, a Spanish fleet of 130 ships departed from La Coruña under the command of the Duke of Medina Sidonia....

SHORTLISTED FOR FOOTBALL BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE 2026 SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 'BRILLIANT, REVEALS DELIGHTFUL DETAILS ABOUT EMERY' The Times 'A BACKSTAGE PASS TO THE MAKING OF A MODERN FOOTBALL IDENTITY' Midlands Gazette "Aston Villa is waking up. The slumbering giant is stretching its limbs, eyes...

Scholars, journalists, and politicians uphold Muslim-ruled medieval Spain - "al-Andalus" - as a multicultural paradise, a place where Muslims, Christians, and Jews lived in harmony. There is only one problem with this widely accepted account: It is a myth. In this groundbreaking book...

Ernest Hemingway's classic exploration of the history and pageantry of bullfighting, and the deeper themes of cowardice, bravery, sport and tragedy that it inspires. Still considered one of the best books ever written about bullfighting, Death in the Afternoon reflects Hemingway's belief that...

When Columbus triumphantly returned from America to Spain in 1493, his discoveries inflamed an already smoldering conflict between Spain's renowned monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, and Portugal's João II. Which nation was to control the world's oceans? To quell the argument, Pope Alexander VI...

A concise and very listenable history that explores not just the history of Spain itself but of Spain in the world, from Columbus' first voyage, in 1492, that was central to Spain's global impact, to the loss of Cuba, the Philippines and Puerto Rico in 1898. Spain's colonies were vitally...

Bloomsbury presents The International Brigades by Giles Tremlett, read by Laurence Bouvard. 'Magnificent. Narrative history at its vivid and compelling best' Fergal Keane The first major history of the International Brigades: a tale of blood, ideals and tragedy in the fight against fascism. The...

Hunlaf battles peril and intrigue on a dangerous voyage to Muslim Spain. AD 796. Sailing in search of an object of great power, Hunlaf and his comrades are far from home when they are caught up in a violent skirmish against pirates. After the bloody onslaught, an encounter with ships from...

Throughout the centuries, Spain has been subject to the lordship of other countries. It was occupied by the ancient Greeks and Romans, the Visigoths, the French, and the Muslims. It has been the playground of both the respectful and the ruthless....

Philip II is not only the most famous king in Spanish history, but one of the most famous monarchs in English history: the man who married Mary Tudor and later launched the Spanish Armada against her sister Elizabeth I. This compelling biography of the most powerful European monarch of his day...

Bloomsbury presents Duel of Beasts by Boyd and Beth Morrison, read by Mark Elstob. Savage beasts, fabulous treasures, perilous duels, and deadly treachery abound in this thrilling adventure novel set in medieval Spain. Málaga, Spain, 1352. Knight-errant Gerard Fox and his daring wife Willa seek...

Benjamin Harris was a young shepherd from Dorset who joined the army in 1802 and later joined the dashing 95th Rifles. His battalion was ordered to Portugal, where he marched under the burning sun, weighed down by his kit and great-coat, plus all the tools and leather he had to carry as the...

Bestselling author Giles Tremlett traverses the rich and varied history of Spain, from prehistoric times to today, in a brief, accessible primer for visitors, curious listeners and hispanophiles. Spain's position on Europe's south-western corner has exposed it to cultural, political and actual...

Drawing from both Christian and Islamic sources, this book recounts the clash of arms between Christians and Muslims in the Iberian peninsula that began in the early eighth century....

In 1474, a 23-year-old woman ascended the throne of Castile, the largest and strongest kingdom in Spain. Ahead of her lay the challenge of being a young female ruler....

Portugal is an established member of the European Union, one of the founders of the euro currency and a founding member of NATO. Yet it is an inconspicuous and largely overlooked country on the continent’s southwest rim. Barry Hatton shines a light on this enigmatic corner of Europe by...

Before Don Quixote rode toward the windmills, Spain itself was already changing. This book is not a retelling of Cervantes’ novel. It is a quiet journey into the world that made such a story possible.

In the late 16th and early 17th centuries, Spain stood at the edge of transformation.

'ENTHRALLING' FourFourTwo 'STIRRING' Dublin Herald 'FASCINATING' Red and White Kop 'ASTONISHING' Bleacher Report The Sunday Times Bestseller Twentieth anniversary edition, fully updated with a new foreword from Rafael Benitez When Rafael Benitez was appointed manager of under-achieving Liverpool...

This audiobook traces Spain's development from prehistoric times to the present, focusing particularly on culture, society, politics, and personalities. It introduces listeners to key themes that have shaped Spain's history and culture, including its varied landscapes and climates....

Experience the epic European history of conquest and empire across the Iberian Peninsula in this immersive audio journey. Perfect for your daily commute, this dramatic narrative transports you through two millennia of shifting borders, religious warfare, and maritime exploration. Watch cultures...

Experience the dramatic rise and fall of empires in this fast-paced European history designed for your daily commute. Journey through the intense cultural transformation of the Iberian Peninsula, where geography, faith, and political struggle forged a deeply contested identity. This immersive...

Witness the dramatic rise and fall of a global empire in this epic journey through European history's fiery frontier. Whether you are transforming your daily commute into an intellectual adventure or preparing for a Mediterranean vacation, this immersive timeline breathes life into the fierce...

Step into a tense era of European history and witness how fascism, communism, and deep inequality tore a nation apart. Whether you need an informative listen for your daily commute or an empathetic look at a society on the brink, this narrative delivers. Experience the brutal 1930s ideological...

Experience the rise, resilience, and diaspora of Sephardic civilization in this immersive journey through Jewish history. Whether you are seeking an evocative escape during your daily commute or a deep connection to ancestral heritage, this sweeping historical narrative transports you across...

Experience the epic rise and dramatic fall of the world's first global empire in this sweeping history of conquest. Perfect for a gripping morning commute or a deep educational listening session, this narrative transports you across continents. Feel the tension of colliding cultures, from the...

Experience the dramatic rise and fall of a global superpower in this epic world history journey. Perfect for your daily commute, this immersive narrative transports you from medieval Iberian battlefields to the bustling ports of Manila and Mexico City. Witness how dynastic ambition and religious...

Experience the tragic collapse of European democracy as brutal ideological conflict tears a fragile nation apart. Perfect for your daily commute, this gripping military history immerses you in the turbulent streets and battlefields of 1930s Spain. Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of...

Step into an immersive medieval history where a fortified rocky hilltop transformed into Europe's intellectual powerhouse. Perfect for a focused commute or deep learning session, this atmospheric journey reveals how a provincial Iberian town became a global beacon of scholarship. Watch as...

Enter a gripping era of religious history where absolute state power and chilling paranoia weaponized civilian faith. As royal authority swept across medieval Iberia, a multi-religious society fractured into an empire of suspicion. Discover how a centralized monarchy utilized coercive tribunals...

Explore the dramatic rise of a global empire forged on a fiercely fractured and war-torn Iberian peninsula. Perfect for a morning commute or deep educational listening, this sweeping historical non-fiction narrative charts two millennia of conquests, cultural collisions, and religious wars...

Uncover the rise and fall of empires in an immersive European history forged by global trade and cultural collisions. Perfect for your daily commute or armchair travels, this atmospheric narrative transports you directly to the sun-drenched banks of the Guadalquivir River. Feel the pulse of a...

Dive into the epic Spanish history of a mountain fortress where Islamic and Christian empires collided for dominance. Perfect for your daily commute or travel preparation, this immersive narrative transports you directly to ancient Iberia. Wander through sun-drenched streets where Berber...

Discover the epic European history of a transoceanic empire that conquered continents before crumbling from within. Perfect for an immersive commute or a focused learning session, this gripping narrative transports listeners back to medieval Iberia. Witness the violent clash of civilizations and...

Discover the epic rise and crushing fall of Europe's first global empire from the banks of a single strategic river. Perfect for your morning commute or as you prepare for an upcoming Spanish getaway, this sweeping narrative transports you to the beating heart of the Atlantic world. Witness how...

Trace the dramatic rise and fall of an empire in this gripping economic history, where ultimate wealth fuels total ruin. From the battlefields of the Reconquista to the bustling ports of Seville, witness how an insatiable hunger for revenue transformed the globe. Perfect for your daily commute...

Explore the dramatic European history of an obscure frontier fortress that evolved into a global imperial capital. Perfect for your daily commute or essential listening before an upcoming vacation, this immersive journey drops you directly into the bustling streets of Spain's legendary...

Explore how royal ambition and religious persecution transformed medieval Iberia into a dark global empire. Perfect for your daily commute or deep-focus learning, this gripping European history narrative separates documented fact from legendary myth. Discover the chilling truth behind the rise...

Experience the rise of a medieval metropolis where rival faiths united to forge a golden age of intellectual discovery. Perfect for your morning commute, this immersive historical journey transports you directly to the sun-drenched banks of the Guadalquivir River. Step into a vibrant Andalusian...

Trace the dramatic European history of a contested frontier city where clashing empires forged modern Spanish identity. Perfect for a focused commute or an armchair travel adventure, this evocative narrative transports you to a sweeping plateau above the Tagus River. Watch as a humble Roman...

Uncover a dramatic medieval history where Christians, Muslims, and Jews navigated a fragile, unprecedented coexistence. Perfect for an immersive commute or focused learning, this atmospheric journey transports you to the winding streets above the Tagus River. Experience the rise and fall of...

Step inside the greatest surviving jewel of Moorish Spain and witness the dramatic rise and fall of Islamic Iberia. Perfect for an immersive commute or your next armchair travel adventure, this evocative historical journey brings a legendary palace to life. Wander through ancient courtyards...

Experience medieval Islamic architecture and royal Spanish history as a rugged hilltop fortress becomes a lavish palace. Perfect for an immersive daily commute, this atmospheric journey transports you directly to the sun-drenched Sabika hill of Granada. Witness centuries of holy wars, political...

Witness the tragic descent into political polarization and military conflict that shattered a fragile European democracy. Perfect for history buffs seeking a gripping, deep-focus listen during their daily commute, this tense exploration reveals how class struggles, religious divides, and...

Experience the epic European history of an obscure Moorish fortress that transformed into a global imperial capital. Whether you are commuting or preparing for a Spanish vacation, this immersive audio journey transports you directly to the windswept Meseta Central. Watch kings, revolutionaries...