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Martin Van Buren

A Captivating Guide to the Man Who Served as the Eighth President of the United States

de Captivating History ...

Narrado por Duke Holm ...

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2 hora 1 minutos

Explore the captivating life of Martin Van BurenHistory chiefly remembers Martin Van Buren as the eighth president of the United States (1837- 1841). He was also, however, notable for achieving many firsts in American politics. He was the first American president to be born a citizen of the country, and not a British subject. He was the first Dutchman and the first man without Anglo-Saxon ancestry ... Leer más

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Explore the captivating life of Martin Van BurenHistory chiefly remembers Martin Van Buren as the eighth president of the United States (1837- 1841). He was also, however, notable for achieving many firsts in American politics. He was the first American president to be born a citizen of the country, and not a British subject. He was the first Dutchman and the first man without Anglo-Saxon ancestry
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Stride Toward Freedom

The Montgomery Story

de Martin Luther King, Jr ...

Narrado por JD Jackson ...

Series series King Legacy
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8 hora 59 minutos

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s account of the first successful large-scale application of nonviolent resistance in America is comprehensive, revelatory, and intimate. King described his book as "the chronicle of 50,000 Negroes who took to heart the principles of nonviolence, who learned to fight for their rights with the weapon of love, and who, in the process, acquired a new estimate of their own ... Leer más

$13.99 USD

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s account of the first successful large-scale application of nonviolent resistance in America is comprehensive, revelatory, and intimate. King described his book as "the chronicle of 50,000 Negroes who took to heart the principles of nonviolence, who learned to fight for their rights with the weapon of love, and who, in the process, acquired a new estimate of their own
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A Midwife’s Tale

The Life of Martha Ballard, Based on Her Diary, 1785-1812

de Laurel Thatcher Ulrich ...

Narrado por Susan Ericksen ...

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15 hora 42 minutos

Drawing on the diaries of one woman in eighteenth-century Maine, this intimate history illuminates the medical practices, household economies, religious rivalries, and sexual mores of the New England frontier.Between 1785 and 1812, a midwife and healer named Martha Ballard kept a diary that recorded her arduous work (in twenty-seven years she attended 816 births) as well as her domestic life in ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Drawing on the diaries of one woman in eighteenth-century Maine, this intimate history illuminates the medical practices, household economies, religious rivalries, and sexual mores of the New England frontier.Between 1785 and 1812, a midwife and healer named Martha Ballard kept a diary that recorded her arduous work (in twenty-seven years she attended 816 births) as well as her domestic life in
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Let Us Now Praise Famous Men

Three Tenant Families

de James Agee ...

Narrado por Lloyd James ...

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15 hora 14 minutos

A landmark work of American photojournalism “renowned for its fusion of social conscience and artistic radicality” (New York Times)In the summer of 1936, James Agee and Walker Evans set out on assignment for Fortune magazine to explore the daily lives of sharecroppers in the South. Their journey would prove an extraordinary collaboration and a watershed literary event when Let Us Now Praise Famous ... Leer más

$22.99 USD

A landmark work of American photojournalism “renowned for its fusion of social conscience and artistic radicality” (New York Times)In the summer of 1936, James Agee and Walker Evans set out on assignment for Fortune magazine to explore the daily lives of sharecroppers in the South. Their journey would prove an extraordinary collaboration and a watershed literary event when Let Us Now Praise Famous
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The Bookshop

A History of the American Bookstore

de Evan Friss ...

Narrado por Jay Myers ...

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10 hora 16 minutos

**A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERGoodreads Choice Award Winner in History & BiographyOne of Time’s 100 Must-Read Books of 2024"A spirited defense of this important, odd and odds-defying American retail category." —The New York Times"It is a delight to wander through the bookstores of American history in this warm, generous book." —Emma Straub, New York Times bestselling author and owner of Books Are ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

**A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERGoodreads Choice Award Winner in History & BiographyOne of Time’s 100 Must-Read Books of 2024"A spirited defense of this important, odd and odds-defying American retail category." —The New York Times"It is a delight to wander through the bookstores of American history in this warm, generous book." —Emma Straub, New York Times bestselling author and owner of Books Are
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This Land is Your Land

A Road Trip Through U.S. History

de Beverly Gage ...

Narrado por Gabra Zackman ...

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8 hora 43 minutos

A Barack Obama Summer Reading List SelectionPulitzer Prize–winning author of G-Man and acclaimed historian Beverly Gage takes the ultimate road trip into the American past.Ride along with Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Beverly Gage as she travels the country to see the museums, historic sites, roadside attractions, reenactments, and souvenir shops where Americans learn—and fight—about our ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

A Barack Obama Summer Reading List SelectionPulitzer Prize–winning author of G-Man and acclaimed historian Beverly Gage takes the ultimate road trip into the American past.Ride along with Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Beverly Gage as she travels the country to see the museums, historic sites, roadside attractions, reenactments, and souvenir shops where Americans learn—and fight—about our
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From Barbycu to Barbecue

The Untold History of an American Tradition

de Joseph R. Haynes ...

Narrado por Jonathan Yen ...

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10 hora 5 minutos

An award-winning barbecue cook boldly asserts that barbecuing is a unique American tradition that was not imported.The origin story of barbecue is a popular topic with a ravenous audience, but commonly held understandings of barbecue are often plagued by half-truths and misconceptions. From Barbycu to Barbecue offers a fresh new look at the story of southern barbecuing. Award winning barbecue cook ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

An award-winning barbecue cook boldly asserts that barbecuing is a unique American tradition that was not imported.The origin story of barbecue is a popular topic with a ravenous audience, but commonly held understandings of barbecue are often plagued by half-truths and misconceptions. From Barbycu to Barbecue offers a fresh new look at the story of southern barbecuing. Award winning barbecue cook
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Yellowstone's Most Shocking Mishaps and Misadventures

"Dive into Yellowstone! Hear astounding mishaps and misadventures in our compelling audiobook."

de Dexter Harlow ...

Narrado por Nick Porter ...

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2 hora 24 minutos

Yellowstone's Most Shocking Mishaps and Misadventures⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide with Explanations ⭐⭐Are you eager to delve into Yellowstone's most astonishing tales of survival and adventure?Seeking a detailed guide that encapsulates all the thrilling elements?Your search ends here!This audiobook is your definitive companion for understanding incredible escapades, app... ... Leer más

$4.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Yellowstone's Most Shocking Mishaps and Misadventures⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide with Explanations ⭐⭐Are you eager to delve into Yellowstone's most astonishing tales of survival and adventure?Seeking a detailed guide that encapsulates all the thrilling elements?Your search ends here!This audiobook is your definitive companion for understanding incredible escapades, app...
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Denmark Vesey's Garden

Slavery and Memory in the Cradle of the Confederacy

de Ethan J. Kytle, Blain Roberts ...

Narrado por Tom Perkins ...

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14 hora 33 minutos

A book that strikes at the heart of the recent flare-ups over Confederate symbols in Charlottesville, New Orleans, and elsewhere, Denmark Vesey's Garden reveals the deep roots of these controversies and traces them to the heart of slavery in the United States: Charleston, South Carolina, where almost half of the U.S. slave population stepped onto our shores, where the first shot at Fort Sumter ... Leer más

$30.99 USD

A book that strikes at the heart of the recent flare-ups over Confederate symbols in Charlottesville, New Orleans, and elsewhere, Denmark Vesey's Garden reveals the deep roots of these controversies and traces them to the heart of slavery in the United States: Charleston, South Carolina, where almost half of the U.S. slave population stepped onto our shores, where the first shot at Fort Sumter
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Hidden History of Everglades City & Points Nearby

de Maureen Sullivan-Hartung ...

Narrado por Nikki Zakocs ...

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3 hora 6 minutos

Discover this collection of quirky and fun stories about the history of Everglades City.Drawing from the author's time as a reporter for the Everglades City Echo, this book will chronicle lesser-known stories about the area. The book discusses the original pioneer families of Everglades City, and the time when this city was the governing center of Collier County. It goes on to chronicle colorful ... Leer más

$13.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Discover this collection of quirky and fun stories about the history of Everglades City.Drawing from the author's time as a reporter for the Everglades City Echo, this book will chronicle lesser-known stories about the area. The book discusses the original pioneer families of Everglades City, and the time when this city was the governing center of Collier County. It goes on to chronicle colorful
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Hidden History of Walt Disney World

de Foxx Nolte ...

Narrado por Xe Sands ...

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4 hora 22 minutos

Author Foxx Nolte gives listeners a glimpse behind the curtain of the most magical place on earth. Millions of people a year visit Walt Disney World, but few would consider it to be a place with any real history. But hidden just below the surface, past the blanket of pixie dust, is a story as vivid and bizarre as any. It is a history of corporate politics, urban planning, crazy ambitions, and ... Leer más

$15.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Author Foxx Nolte gives listeners a glimpse behind the curtain of the most magical place on earth. Millions of people a year visit Walt Disney World, but few would consider it to be a place with any real history. But hidden just below the surface, past the blanket of pixie dust, is a story as vivid and bizarre as any. It is a history of corporate politics, urban planning, crazy ambitions, and
... Leer más
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Florida Lore

The Barefoot Mailman, Cowboy Bone Mizell, the Tallahassee Witch and Other Tales

de Caren Schnur Neile ...

Narrado por Lisa S. Ware ...

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6 hora 8 minutos

This fascinating collection of myths, legends, and folktales celebrates the diversity of characters and cultures across the Sunshine State.Florida boasts mysterious tales that stretch back more than twelve thousand years. Dive into the lives of the proud Wakulla Pocahontas and the Ghost of Bellamy Bridge. Meet local lawbreakers like John Ashley, as well as transplants like Ma Barker and Al Capone. ... Leer más

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This fascinating collection of myths, legends, and folktales celebrates the diversity of characters and cultures across the Sunshine State.Florida boasts mysterious tales that stretch back more than twelve thousand years. Dive into the lives of the proud Wakulla Pocahontas and the Ghost of Bellamy Bridge. Meet local lawbreakers like John Ashley, as well as transplants like Ma Barker and Al Capone.
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Chesapeake Oysters

The Bay's Foundation and Future

de Kate Livie ...

Narrado por Bianca Bryan ...

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6 hora 47 minutos

Chesapeake oysters are part of the legacy of the area, history on the half-shell. Hear of their beginning (foot-long bivalves!) through cultivation today.The eastern oyster, the humble bivalve and delicious treat, are the living bones of the Chesapeake, as well as the ecological and historical lifeblood of the region. When colonists first sailed these impossibly abundant shores, they described ... Leer más

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Chesapeake oysters are part of the legacy of the area, history on the half-shell. Hear of their beginning (foot-long bivalves!) through cultivation today.The eastern oyster, the humble bivalve and delicious treat, are the living bones of the Chesapeake, as well as the ecological and historical lifeblood of the region. When colonists first sailed these impossibly abundant shores, they described
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Early Organized Crime in Detroit

Vice, Corruption and the Rise of the Mafia

de James A. Buccellato ...

Narrado por David Lee Garver ...

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5 hora 23 minutos

Social scientist and crime writer James A. Buccellato explores Detroit's struggle with gang violence, public corruption, and the politics of vice during the tumultuous first half of the twentieth century.Though detectives denied it, the Italian mafia was operating in Detroit as early as 1900, and the city was forever changed. Bootleggers controlled the Detroit River and created a national ... Leer más

$18.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Social scientist and crime writer James A. Buccellato explores Detroit's struggle with gang violence, public corruption, and the politics of vice during the tumultuous first half of the twentieth century.Though detectives denied it, the Italian mafia was operating in Detroit as early as 1900, and the city was forever changed. Bootleggers controlled the Detroit River and created a national
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Small but Important Riots

The Cavalry Battles of Aldie, Middleburg, and Upperville

de Robert F. O’Neill ...

Narrado por Al Kessel ...

Completo

8 hora 29 minutos

June 1863. The American Civil War was two years old, and the U.S. Army in Virginia was in chaos. Reeling after the recent defeat at Chancellorsville, the Federals, especially the Cavalry Corps, scrambled to regroup. Confederate general Robert E. Lee seized the moment to launch a second invasion of the North. At this critical moment, the much-maligned Federal cavalry stepped to center stage.Small ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

June 1863. The American Civil War was two years old, and the U.S. Army in Virginia was in chaos. Reeling after the recent defeat at Chancellorsville, the Federals, especially the Cavalry Corps, scrambled to regroup. Confederate general Robert E. Lee seized the moment to launch a second invasion of the North. At this critical moment, the much-maligned Federal cavalry stepped to center stage.Small
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Becoming Los Angeles

Myth, Memory, and a Sense of Place

de DJ Waldie ...

Narrado por Fred Sanders ...

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8 hora 56 minutos

Bestselling author and beloved chronicler of Los Angeles D.J. Waldie reconsiders the city in a collection of contemporary essays.Becoming Los Angeles, a new collection by the author of the acclaimed memoir Holy Land, blends history, memory, and critical analysis to illuminate how Angelenos have seen themselves and their city. Waldie’s particular concern is commonplace Los Angeles, whose rhythms of ... Leer más

$20.99 USD

Bestselling author and beloved chronicler of Los Angeles D.J. Waldie reconsiders the city in a collection of contemporary essays.Becoming Los Angeles, a new collection by the author of the acclaimed memoir Holy Land, blends history, memory, and critical analysis to illuminate how Angelenos have seen themselves and their city. Waldie’s particular concern is commonplace Los Angeles, whose rhythms of
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The Georgetown Set

Friends and Rivals in Cold War Washington

de Gregg Herken ...

Narrado por Lloyd James ...

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17 hora 2 minutos

This fascinating, behind-the-scenes history of postwar Washington is a rich and colorful portrait of the close-knit group of journalists, spies, and government officials who waged the Cold War over cocktails and dinner.In the years after World War II, Georgetown's leafy streets were home to an unlikely group of cold warriors: a coterie of affluent, well-educated, and well-connected civilians who ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

This fascinating, behind-the-scenes history of postwar Washington is a rich and colorful portrait of the close-knit group of journalists, spies, and government officials who waged the Cold War over cocktails and dinner.In the years after World War II, Georgetown's leafy streets were home to an unlikely group of cold warriors: a coterie of affluent, well-educated, and well-connected civilians who
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Secrets and Scandals: The Untold Era of Glamour and Betrayal

Discover "Secrets and Scandals": Audio Lessons Unveil Glamorous Betrayal Tales!

de Landon Aurelius ...

Narrado por Nick Porter ...

Completo

2 hora 21 minutos

Secrets and Scandals: The Untold Era of Glamour and Betrayal⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐Are you eager to dive deep into a world of glitz, intrigue, and betrayed trusts?Looking for an engaging guide that encompasses every element to unravel the hidden stories of glamour and untold betrayal?Your quest stops here!This audiobook is your comprehens... ... Leer más

$4.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Secrets and Scandals: The Untold Era of Glamour and Betrayal⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide & Explanations Included ⭐⭐Are you eager to dive deep into a world of glitz, intrigue, and betrayed trusts?Looking for an engaging guide that encompasses every element to unravel the hidden stories of glamour and untold betrayal?Your quest stops here!This audiobook is your comprehens...
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Death in the Haymarket

A Story of Chicago, the First Labor Movement and the Bombing that Divided Gilded Age America

de James Green ...

Narrado por Joel Richards ...

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12 hora 40 minutos

On May 4, 1886, a bomb exploded at a Chicago labor rally, wounding dozens of policemen, seven of whom eventually died. A wave of mass hysteria swept the country, leading to a sensational trial, that culminated in four controversial executions, and dealt a blow to the labor movement from which it would take decades to recover.Historian James Green recounts the rise of the first great labor movement ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

On May 4, 1886, a bomb exploded at a Chicago labor rally, wounding dozens of policemen, seven of whom eventually died. A wave of mass hysteria swept the country, leading to a sensational trial, that culminated in four controversial executions, and dealt a blow to the labor movement from which it would take decades to recover.Historian James Green recounts the rise of the first great labor movement
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Dawn of Detroit

A Chronicle of Bondage and Freedom in the City of the Straits

de Tiya Miles ...

Narrado por Allyson Johnson ...

Completo

10 hora 12 minutos

Most Americans believe that slavery was a creature of the South, and that Northern states and territories provided stops on the Underground Railroad for fugitive slaves on their way to Canada. In this paradigm-shifting book, celebrated historian Tiya Miles reveals that slavery was at the heart of the Midwest's iconic city: Detroit.In this richly researched and eye-opening book, Miles has pieced ... Leer más

$17.99 USD

Most Americans believe that slavery was a creature of the South, and that Northern states and territories provided stops on the Underground Railroad for fugitive slaves on their way to Canada. In this paradigm-shifting book, celebrated historian Tiya Miles reveals that slavery was at the heart of the Midwest's iconic city: Detroit.In this richly researched and eye-opening book, Miles has pieced
... Leer más
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Why White Liberals Fail

Race and Southern Politics from FDR to Trump

de Anthony J. Badger ...

Narrado por Christopher Douyard ...

Completo

6 hora 32 minutos

From FDR to Clinton, Democratic leaders have promised a New South—a model of social equality and economic opportunity. So how did the region become the stronghold of conservative Republicans in thrall to Donald Trump? After a lifetime studying Southern politics, Anthony Badger has come to a provocative conclusion: white liberals failed because they put their faith in policy solutions as an engine ... Leer más

$19.99 USD

From FDR to Clinton, Democratic leaders have promised a New South—a model of social equality and economic opportunity. So how did the region become the stronghold of conservative Republicans in thrall to Donald Trump? After a lifetime studying Southern politics, Anthony Badger has come to a provocative conclusion: white liberals failed because they put their faith in policy solutions as an engine
... Leer más
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Brief History of Wyoming, A

de KJ Smith ...

Narrado por Digital Voice Madison G ...

Series Audiolibro 50 - A Brief History of - US States Edition
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1 horas 9 minutos

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of WyomingWyoming, a state defined by its vast open spaces, stunning natural beauty, and rugged frontier spirit, offers a fascinating and unique history. A Brief History of Wyomingtakes readers on a captivating journey through the key events, people, and landscapes that have shaped this extraordinary state.From its early Native American ... Leer más

$7.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A Brief History of WyomingWyoming, a state defined by its vast open spaces, stunning natural beauty, and rugged frontier spirit, offers a fascinating and unique history. A Brief History of Wyomingtakes readers on a captivating journey through the key events, people, and landscapes that have shaped this extraordinary state.From its early Native American
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The Devil in the Shape of a Woman

Witchcraft in Colonial New England

de Carol F. Karlsen ...

Narrado por Jo Anna Perrin ...

Completo

9 hora 10 minutos

Confessing to "familiarity with the devils," Mary Johnson, a servant, was executed by Connecticut officials in 1648. A wealthy Boston widow, Ann Hibbens was hanged in 1656 for casting spells on her neighbors. The case of Ann Cole, who was "taken with very strange Fits," fueled an outbreak of witchcraft accusations in Hartford a generation before the notorious events at Salem.More than three ... Leer más

$24.99 USD

Confessing to "familiarity with the devils," Mary Johnson, a servant, was executed by Connecticut officials in 1648. A wealthy Boston widow, Ann Hibbens was hanged in 1656 for casting spells on her neighbors. The case of Ann Cole, who was "taken with very strange Fits," fueled an outbreak of witchcraft accusations in Hartford a generation before the notorious events at Salem.More than three
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Historia de los Estados Unidos de América

Los orígenes y la evolución global de América

de Lars Jensen ...

Narrado por Voz Digital Simón G ...

Completo

3 hora 17 minutos

Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital.Historia de los Estados Unidos de América: Los orígenes y la evolución global de América ofrece un recorrido completo por el desarrollo histórico de los Estados Unidos, desde sus raíces coloniales hasta su consolidación como potencia global.El libro analiza los principales acontecimientos políticos, sociales, económicos y culturales que han marcado ... Leer más

$9.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

Este audiolibro está narrado por una voz digital.Historia de los Estados Unidos de América: Los orígenes y la evolución global de América ofrece un recorrido completo por el desarrollo histórico de los Estados Unidos, desde sus raíces coloniales hasta su consolidación como potencia global.El libro analiza los principales acontecimientos políticos, sociales, económicos y culturales que han marcado
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