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The Spanish Conquest: What really happened? If you like to use your drive time for education by audiobook, consider this audiobook for widening and deepening your view of an event you studied briefly in school - the Spanish conquest of the Americas. Conquistador Voices, neither glamorizes nor condemns the conquistadors. Somewhat in the manner of a modern film documentary, it treats the so-called conquest as an historical event that’s worth learning about for its own sake, with most of the moralizing left to the listener.

“This author certainly did not disappoint while delivering another masterpiece! This time she brings us on a vivid and historical journey of the first female band of Dominica, allowing the reader to soak up the sweet music while sharing the daunting trials and tribulations as well as the glorious victories and triumphs. Her lyrical poetry continues to awaken the reader’s every sense with her glowing colors and rich tastes. Truly brilliant Dominican author who continues to authentically encompass the culture of the Nature aisle.”

After being held prisoner and tortured by the cruel Seelie Queen, West's past comes back to haunt him. His memories of a tragic event and the truth of what happened on the Light side goes deeper than anyone realizes. Things he wants no one to know about. Struggling with his own demons, he battles the very essence of what he is - a Dark Dweller - a terrifying beast from the Otherworld designed to hunt and kill. When the Unseelie King sends him to Ireland to uncover a dangerous artifact, West's entire world takes a dangerous turn.

A historical adventure book set in the coastal areas of Cornwall, the West Indies, and the Atlantic Ocean in the early 19th century.Swept Away is a historical adventure novel set primarily along the coast of Cornwall, England, extending to locations such as the West Indies and the vast Atlantic Ocean. The narrative begins with a picturesque autumn afternoon by the Cornish coast, where families and friends enjoy a lively picnic. Amidst the revelry, young midshipman Harry Merryweather makes a dramatic entrance, climbing down a steep cliff and entertaining his friends with tales of naval ...

This story chronicles the dark side of the Carribean conquest in Hispaniola. An entire race was extinguised there by Spanish conquistadors who thirsted for gold and land.

Teddy Roosevelt once exclaimed, "When I am in California, I am not in the West. I am west of the West", and in this book, Mark Arax spends four years travelling up and down the Golden State to explore its singular place in the world. This is California beyond the clichés. This is California as only a native son, deep in the dust, could draw it.

This book takes listeners into the life and legacy of a man who became a symbol of resistance against imperialism. Through gripping narratives and accounts, it explores Albizu Campos's intellectual development, his influences from global anti-colonial movements, and his fiery leadership. The examination of his speeches, political actions, and the devastating consequences of his stance, such as the Ponce Massacre, captivates listeners with the emotional and political stakes involved.

Dive into the untold story of the Taíno people, the original inhabitants of Puerto Rico. "Echoes of the Taíno" transports listeners to an era before colonization, where rich traditions, spirituality, and resilient culture thrived in the heart of the Caribbean. Through vivid storytelling, this book unravels the profound connection between the Taíno people and the lush, breathtaking island of Borikén.

I can't stand her. But that doesn't mean I won't sleep with her. Chloe is smart, determined, and could out-hack me any day. I'll never tell her that though. Because she's also cocky and a sellout. And hot. One night locked up with her is all I need to decide...I want to hack my way into her heart.

Successful sea rovers were careful practitioners of a complex profession that sought wealth by stratagem and force of arms. Drawn from the European tradition, yet of various races and nationalities, they raided both ship and town throughout much of the world from roughly 1630 until 1730. Using a variety of innovative tactics and often armed with little more than musket and grenade, many of these self-described "soldiers and privateers" successfully assaulted fortifications, attacked shipping from small craft, and even circumnavigated the globe.

When Rose first met Charles, he was trapped in the form of a white bear. To rescue him, Rose traveled to the land that lay east of the sun and west of the moon to defeat the evil Troll Queen. Now, Rose has found her happily ever after with Charles - until a sudden storm destroys his ship and he is presumed dead. But Rose doesn’t believe the shipwreck was an act of nature, nor does she believe Charles is truly dead. Something much more sinister is at work.

The Caribbean island of Puerto Rico stands at a pivotal crossroads, shaped by over 500 years of political and cultural turbulence. From Spanish colonization in 1493 to its current status as a US territory, Puerto Rico's quest for self-determination and identity remains one of the most complex political narratives in modern history. This book offers a captivating exploration of Puerto Rico’s political evolution, tracing its transformation from a Spanish colony to an unincorporated US territory.

The history of the Caribbean is an exciting ride, but few outside of the region know much about it in depth beyond Columbus’s discovery. This audiobook will lead you through the history of the region, which witnessed some of the world’s most important events. We will begin with Christopher Columbus’s accidental discovery and the race for control over the islands of the Caribbean.

Salsa is one of the most popular types of music listened to and danced to in the United States. Until now, the single comprehensive history of the music - and the industry that grew up around it, including musicians, performances, styles, movements, and production - was available only in Spanish.

Unveil the thrilling life of Juan Ponce de León, the fearless Spanish conquistador, whose quest for gold, glory, and the mythical Fountain of Youth shaped the destiny of an entire continent. "Juan Ponce de León: Conquistador, Explorer, and the Shaping of the New World" delves into the gripping narrative of a man whose legacy extends far beyond legend, touching the foundations of modern Puerto Rican and American history.

Discover Jamaica’s Journey: From Ancient Tribes to the Fight for Freedom.

In 1791, inspired by the ideals of the French Revolution, the slaves of San Domingo rose in revolt. Despite invasion by a series of British, Spanish and Napoleonic armies, their twelve-year struggle led to the creation of Haiti, the first independent black republic outside Africa. Only three years later, the British and Americans ended the Atlantic slave trade. In this outstanding example of vivid, committed and empathetic historical analysis, C. L. R. James illuminates these epoch-making events.

La isla oculta no es otro libro más sobre Cuba, un país que forma parte de nuestro imaginario colectivo desde su Revolución, sino una colección de crónicas que nos lleva a sus lugares menos conocidos con una mirada conmovedora, triste y a la vez pícara. Un puzle del último lustro de Cuba que muestra otra isla, acaso subterránea.

True Jamaican horror story about a man called Thaddeus Hyatt. His killing spree committed on Easter Monday, March 30th 1959, made international news. The events and timeline are well documented in living memory, newspaper articles and court documents. Amazon Customer 4.0 out of 5 stars Chilling Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2019 Verified Purchase A chilling account of the life of Teddy. Heard bits and pieces during my childhood but this is the most I have ever heard FM 4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2017 Verified Purchase Not my ...

This succinct account the life of Nobel laureate Derek Walcott focuses on his development as poet, playwright, and man of the theater: director, producer, teacher. Friends and colleagues who figured in his career are recalled. The importance of his native St Lucia and family influences in the shaping of his creativity and his view of the world are highlighted, as these evolved in synergy with his receptivity to the poetry and theater of the wider world.