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Hieroglyphs were far more than a language. They were an omnipresent and all-powerful force in communicating the messages of ancient Egyptian culture for over three thousand years; used as monumental art, as a means of identifying Egyptianness, and for rarefied communication with the gods. In...

Few civilisations capture our imagination like Ancient Egypt. Home to pharaohs and kings, breathtaking structures and astonishing tombs, it was a culture light years ahead of its time that laid the foundations for our modern world. Join bestselling historian Bettany Hughes as she unearths the...

‘Brilliantly conveys the thrill of connecting with the ancient world’ ALEX BELLOS 'All the drama of a political thriller, the intrigue of a detective story, and thechallenge of a cryptic crossword' DAVID CRYSTAL 'A remarkable uncovering of hidden treasures' IAN McMILLAN An immersive journey...

The epic story of one of the most famous love affairs in history, by the bestselling author of Caesar. The love affair between Antony and Cleopatra is one of the most famous stories from the ancient world and has been depicted in countless novels, plays and films. As one of the three men in...

A fascinating account of the Fifth Crusade, the campaign to conquer Egypt and regain the Holy Land In 1217, the crusader states were in a highly fragile condition. The Fourth Crusade had failed, and Jerusalem had not been recovered. The crusaders now set their sights on Egypt. If the breadbasket...

Our "American in Cairo" author goes beyond King Tut and tomb-raiders to discover one of the world's oldest civilizations in her fast-paced account across seven millennia Egypt looms large in the popular imagination, bringing to mind images of pyramids, pharaohs, tomb-raiders, and deserts...

Our "American in Cairo" author goes beyond King Tut and tomb-raiders to discover one of the world's oldest civilizations in her fast-paced account across seven millennia Egypt looms large in the popular imagination, bringing to mind images of pyramids, pharaohs, tomb-raiders, and deserts...

'Glorious' EMMA THOMPSON 'Delightful' PHILIP PULLMAN 'Brilliant' JACQUELINE WILSON From a reed cut on the banks of the Nile to the Sharpie, the pen has been with us for millennia. And all of humanity – from our faintest notions to our wildest inventions, our gossip and legends, our grandest...

A gripping, deeply moving memoir of survival, education, and resistance by a student protestor–turned–political prisoner in post-revolution Egypt. “I will never be the same after reading Huna.”—Javier Zamora “A beautifully written portrait of a radical political awakening.”—Hanif...

The Crusades were a pivotal period in world history, but while much has been said of the swashbuckling Crusaders who stormed into the Middle East, much less has been said about those who were on the other end of this conflict. Yet it was out of this historic drama that dynamic figures like the Sultan Saladin came to prominence. Saladin was, by most measures, an unlikely candidate for greatness. Born to a Kurdish mercenary family with no particular claim to fame, he came of age more drawn to religious study than to soldiering.

Shatter exotic myths and dive into the gritty, fascinating reality of ancient history and hygiene along the Nile river. Perfect for an educational commute, this immersive non-fiction journey explores how ordinary citizens and elite rulers actually lived, smelled, and stayed healthy. Whether you...

Uncover the secrets of the New Kingdom in this immersive historical journey through a scribe's dawn-to-dusk routine. Perfect for an educational commute or unwinding before sleep, this relaxing narrative breathes vibrant life into the ancient world. Smell the burning temple incense, hear the rasp...

Shift from wealthy pharaohs to ordinary builders in this immersive dive into ancient food anthropology. Perfect for your daily commute, this sensory journey brings you straight into the bustling kitchens, bakeries, and beer breweries of the Giza workers' village. Discover how monumental...

Discover ancient survival strategies and architectural ingenuity used to conquer scorching extreme desert heat. Perfect for an educational morning commute, this immersive historical journey transports you directly into the sun-baked streets and shifting winds of the Nile Valley. Feel the...

Discover the vivid reality of historical medicine in ancient Egypt, where empirical surgery and temple magic collide. Perfect for an educational commute, this immersive audio journey transports curious minds straight into the clinics of the past. Feel the raw fear and profound relief of everyday...

Step into a gritty historical simulation of ancient Egypt where your survival depends on grueling labor and sharp wits. Perfect for escaping your daily commute, this immersive audio journey places you directly in the calloused hands of an ordinary worker conscripted to build a massive royal...

Uncover the gripping ancient Egyptian rituals and burial science that transformed ordinary bodies into eternal mummies. Perfect for a captivating daily commute or curious family road trip, this atmospheric journey transports listeners straight to the hot sun of the Nile Valley. You will smell...

Unlock the haunting secrets of ancient mythology and navigate the perilous underworld in this historical audio journey. Whether you are unwinding late at night or upgrading a dull commute, this vivid exploration transports you to the mystical banks of the Nile. Experience a civilization that...

Unearth the ancient history of the Nile and explore the captivating mythology that shaped the pharaohs' eternal empire. Whether you are unwinding during a daily commute or seeking an awe-inspiring escape for a relaxing evening, this immersive audio journey transports you directly to the...

Experience the gripping military history of elite warrior-slaves who seized a medieval empire and stopped the Mongols. Perfect for an intense historical deep-dive during your daily commute, this dramatic narrative transports you to thirteenth-century Egypt and Syria. Witness the ultimate...