European Cities

Ivar The Destroyer is dead. Killed by my hands. Now, I hold the throne, and the Berserkers look to me for leadership. But loyalty runs deep-can I really trust the men who followed Ivar's ruthless orders? So much blood has been spilled to end this fight before it ever began, but bigger challenges loom.

Bloomsbury presents… Rome: Eternal City Standard pronunciation Written and read by Ferdinand Addis The sweeping story of the city of Rome, told through twenty-two moments that shaped its history. ***A Times History Book of the Year*** 'Vivid, pacey... Superb' The Times. 'Grand narrative...

In his latest voyage of discovery, Michael Palin reads his own account of a journey into a "new" Europe. He starts with a simple idea: that only a couple of hours from home is a half of Europe that is for him as unknown and unexplored as the plateau of Tibet or the vastness of the Sahara.

Prize-winning and bestselling historian Jean Edward Smith tells the “rousing” (Jay Winik, author of 1944) story of the liberation of Paris during World War II—a triumph achieved only through the remarkable efforts of Americans, French, and Germans, racing to save the city from destruction...

On the morning of 24th February 1944 following a devastating Luftwaffe raid, Donald Wheal and his family were homeless refugees with bulging suitcases and faces blackened by soot blast. In World's End, the first part of his bestselling childhood autobiography, he told of his upbringing during...

“One lifetime is not enough for Rome,” the famous saying goes, and anyone who’s ever been there knows these words to be true. In City of the Soul, William Murray begins to show us why. Growing up in Rome and spending much of his life in the city, William Murray is an expert guide as he...

Do you want to relax at the end of the day? Want to tap into your inner imagination and explore the world without ever needing to leave your bed? Then it’s time to try sleep meditation.

AN ECONOMIST BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR A vivid and enthralling account of the historical and cultural events that defined Budapest, a unique city in the heart of Europe, on the fault line between East and West—from the critically acclaimed author of Lenin “A compelling portrait of one of...

In Five Cities that Ruled the World, theologian Douglas Wilson fuses together, in compelling detail, the critical moments birthed in history’s most influential cities —Jerusalem, Athens, Rome, London, and New York. Wilson issues a challenge to our collective understanding of history with the...

An endlessly entertaining portrait of the city of Amsterdam and the ideas that make it unique, by the author of the acclaimed Island at the Center of the World Tourists know Amsterdam as a picturesque city of low-slung brick houses lining tidy canals; student travelers know it for its legal...

Uncover the untold Indigenous history of ancient civilizations that built sprawling empires long before European contact. Whether you are seeking an immersive escape during your morning commute or satisfying a deep historical curiosity, this sweeping narrative transports you across time. Walk...

Trace the dramatic evolution of a medieval fortress into the beating heart of European history and imperial power. Perfect for an immersive commute or armchair travel, this evocative journey transports you to the banks of the Danube. Experience the epic rise and fall of the Habsburg dynasty...

“One lifetime is not enough for Rome,” the famous saying goes, and anyone who’s ever been there knows these words to be true. In City of the Soul, William Murray begins to show us why. Growing up in Rome and spending much of his life in the city, William Murray is an expert guide as he...

"I began to daydream about the jungle...." On April 6, 1940, explorer and future World War II spy Theodore Morde (who would one day attempt to assassinate Adolf Hitler), anxious about the perilous journey that lay ahead of him, struggled to fall asleep at the Paris Hotel in La Ceiba, Honduras...

Embark on an immersive journey through European history and witness a resilient capital rise from ancient riverbanks. Perfect for armchair travel during your daily commute, this vivid urban biography transports you directly to bustling boulevards and steaming thermal baths. Watch centuries of...

Witness the spectacular rise and fall of medieval Europe's greatest Islamic empire in this immersive history. Perfect for your daily commute or next travel adventure, this engaging narrative transports you to the bustling markets and golden palaces of al-Andalus. Experience the vibrant...

Step onto the ultimate battlefield of European military history and experience the epic sieges that halted a superpower. As the Ottoman war machine marches toward a strategically crucial outpost, soldiers and civilians alike brace for a desperate last stand. This gripping geopolitical showdown...

Journey through three thousand years of epic conquests, democratic revolutions, and cultural rebirths that shaped us. Perfect for an engaging daily commute or a focused afternoon of lifelong learning, this fast-paced historical narrative transforms dry dates into a dramatic struggle for power...

Discover how a modest medieval market town evolved into the geopolitical heart of European diplomacy and power. Whether you are prepping for a European getaway or seeking an intriguing commute listen, this captivating urban history delivers. Follow the fascinating transformation of a neutral...

Una de las novelas más conocidas de Dickens, un clásico de la literatura inglesa del siglo XIX. La historia transcurre entre dos ciudades, Londres y París, durante la época de la Revolución Francesa. La indiferencia de Dickens por la política y su desprecio por los políticos alejan la novela de cualquier debate político o filosófico sobre la revolución.