Ancient History

Forgotten Stories of Egypt, Greece, and Rome

By: Matt Clayton

Narrated by: Colin Fluxman, Jason Zenobia

Secrets, Power, and Rebellion: Untold Stories from Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome

Prepare to embark on an unparalleled historical adventure as you explore the hidden intricacies of Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. This 3-in-1 audiobook presents a collection of lost stories and surprising facts.

Three manuscripts in one book:

• Ancient Egypt: Discovering Lost Stories from Egyptian History
• Ancient Greece: Discovering Lost Stories from Greek History
• Ancient Rome: Discovering Lost Stories from Roman History

In the first section, you'll learn more about the untold stories of Ancient Egypt, including:

• The genius of Imhotep, the architect behind the first pyramid.
• The forgotten king who claimed to consume gods.
• The chilling mystery of Cambyses’s army, lost in the desert.

In the second section, you will discover:

• The plague that crippled Athens and nearly altered history.
• The disturbing mystery surrounding Alexander the Great’s death and delayed burial.
• Embark on an extraordinary journey through history and uncover the hidden depths of these legendary civilizations.
• Why some Spartan babies were never meant to survive.

In this third section, you will find captivating accounts such as:

• Caesar’s pirate adventure: How a young Julius Caesar was kidnapped and held for ransom.
• Agrippina the Younger’s power plays: Her calculated rise in a dangerous political landscape.
• Eunus, the slave who saw the future: The story of a slave who led a rebellion with prophetic claims.
• The secret cult of Mithras: Discover the strange and hidden religion that fascinated many Romans.
• Caligula’s wild rule: The eccentric and dangerous behavior of an emperor who pushed boundaries.
  

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Perfect for history lovers

This 3 in 1 book is just fantastic. Each of these three amazing civilations are brought to life in this one book. The book is very well researched and the information is expertly delivered in a way even my 11 year old can understand. The narrators are nice to listen to. There is so much in this one book, we are loving our family time listening and learning.

I learned things I didn't know

This is a fascinating journey into the hidden corners of the ancient world. The audiobook brings to life the myths, legends, and overlooked events that shaped great civilizations in ways that history books often leave out. Engaging and easy to listen t, it makes the past feel vivid, surprising, and unforgettable.

Fascinating history!

This audiobook is a fascinating journey through the hidden corners of ancient history. From the mysteries of Egypt to the legends of Greece and the power struggles of Rome, each section brings forgotten stories to life in an engaging and accessible way. I especially loved the surprising tales, like Caesar’s kidnapping, the lost army of Cambyses, and the secrets of the cult of Mithras. The narration is engaging and makes complex history feel alive and exciting. Perfect for history lovers

Fun and interesting history

These stories are fascinating and many were unfamiliar to me. This book brought to life characters l'd heard about in school - as well as people and events l'd never heard of. The author provides a collection of lesser-told stories from Egyptian, Roman, and Greek history that apply to world events of today. The narration of these stories is entertaining and the way in which the stories are told makes them colorful. The Cleopatra story was especially fun and illustrated the historic connection between Rome and Egypt - courtesy of Cleopatra's relationship with Ceasar. Another interesting inclusion is a chapter on women in leadership in ancient Rome. These stories are appropriate for all ages middle grades through adult: some of the history will be a review for many adults but it's still interesting and a refresher on a lot of details.

In awe of this ancient hidden history!

I really enjoyed this audiobook. Instead of repeating the usual history lessons, it digs into strange and surprising stories from Egypt, Greece, and Rome. From Caesar’s pirate adventure to Alexander’s mysterious death, each chapter felt fresh and unexpected. It’s packed with details I’d never heard before, and I loved how engaging it was from start to finish. A great listen if you like untold stories of the past.