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Author: Nicola Baird
Format: MP3 CD
Author Nicola Baird
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 55m
This challenging social issues series inspires debate on questions raised by today’s world. Contemporary quotations give opposing viewpoints whilst clear text gives an objective stance and does not shy away from unpopular opinions. A Franklin Watts title
View BookTwentieth Century History Makers: Fidel Castro
Author: Richard Platt
Format: MP3 CD
Author Richard Platt
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 2h 15m
In 1945 Fidel Castro was an unknown law student. Today he is the leader of the only Communist state in the Western hemisphere. Find out all about his extraordinary life in this informative audio book.
View BookWorld War Ii Flashbacks: The Right Moment
Author: David Belbin
Format: MP3 CD
Author David Belbin
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 1h 32m
In occupied France a Parisian boy is sent to the country. But even on his Uncle's farm he can't help getting caught up with bandits and the black market.
View BookTwentieth Century History Makers: Mother Teresa
Author: Emma Johnson
Format: MP3 CD
Author Emma Johnson
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 2h 10m
In 1948 an Albanian nun called Sister Teresa started to help the poor of India. Working in Calcutta she dedicated her life to the poor, the sick and the destitute she found on the streets, helping them when no one else would. Discover more about her amazing life in this informative audiobook
View BookStraightforward Science: Plant Life
Author: Peter Riley
Format: MP3 CD
Author Peter Riley
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 35m
This is Science made easy! A clear and informative guide to the topic of plants and plant life. Find out how plants make food, what are the different parts of a flower, and how you can make identical copies of plants.
View BookStraightforward Science: Food Chains
Author: Peter Riley
Format: MP3 CD
Author Peter Riley
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 35m
A simple, straightforward introduction to the topic of Food Chains. This audiobook explains the scientific principles and their impact on our everyday life.
View BookArtists In Their World: Georgia O'Keeffe
Author: Ruth Thomson
Format: MP3 CD
Author Ruth Thomson
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 1h 18m
Georgia O'Keefe is perhaps most famous for her close-up paintings of flowers, and her near-abstract Mexican landscapes. She was born in 1887 in Wisconsin and this audio book traces the life and work of one of the most influential painters in 20th century American art.
View BookTwentieth Century History Makers: Mahatma Gandhi
Author: Simon Adams
Format: MP3 CD
Author Simon Adams
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 2h 15m
To some people a living saint, to others a fraud, Gandhi nevertheless influenced people around the world with his philosophy of peace and non violence. Discover all about his extraordinary life in this informative audio book.
View BookA Punishment To Fit the Crime?
Author: Alison Cooper
Format: MP3 CD
Author Alison Cooper
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 55m
Is the death penalthy a necessary deterrent or legalised murder? Is it better to seek justice or revenge? Does the punishment always fit the crime? This audio books gives you an informative look at the world of punishment and justice. A Franklin Watts title.
View BookCitizen Guides: What Happens In An Election?
Author: Simon Adams
Format: MP3 CD
Author Simon Adams
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 41m
Why do we have elections? How are votes counted? The outcome of an election can affect you in important ways, but do you know what actually happens in an election? A Franklin Watts title.
View BookBritish History Makers: William Shakespeare
Author: Leon Ashworth
Format: MP3 CD
Author Leon Ashworth
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 1h 5m
Part of a series that focuses on some of the most colourful characters from history. This audio book focuses on Shakespeare's life and times, and his influence in modern society.
View BookBritish History Makers: Horatio Nelson
Author: Leon Ashworth
Format: MP3 CD
Author Leon Ashworth
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 55m
Part of a series which focuses on some of the most colourful characters from history. Facts and documentary evidence give an insight into the life of Nelson.
View BookAuthor: Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Format: MP3 CD
Author Norma Fairburn, Jack Priestly
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 35m
Part of the 'Living Festivals' series, this short audio book focuses on the Christian festival of Easter and explains what it is, what it means and how it is celebrated. The significance of some of the most common symbols associated with Easter is also explained.
View Book21st Century Science: New Materials
Author: Robin Kerrod
Format: MP3 CD
Author Robin Kerrod
Narrator Karola Gajda
Duration 1h 10m
What is 'superalloy'? What keeps the space shuttle cool? How are lizards helping scientists to develop new adhesives? Find out all about the materials we use in everyday life in this informative audio book.
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