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Pepys' Diary is one of the most celebrated journals of all time. Such is the wit and style of Pepys' writing that listeners to this selection from the early years of the diary will gain not only a unique view of seventeenth century London life but also a vivid picture of Pepys the man as he...

Step inside the ultimate gilded cage of French history, where political power was ruthlessly built with mirrors and gold. Transform your daily commute into an immersive journey through the dramatic rise and turbulent fall of Europe’s most opulent royal court. From a humble hunting lodge to a...

Dive into a gripping historical mystery and uncover the royal conspiracy behind Europe's most famous faceless prisoner. Separate the legendary myths from the cold, hard archival evidence of absolute monarchy. Explore the dark machinery of state prisons and the chilling reality of controlled...

Wallensteins Soldaten aus vielen Ländern erzählen von ihrer Hingabe zu ihrem Heerführer, der außerordentlich erfolgreich ist und seine Soldaten gewähren lässt. Doch es droht Ungemach: Wallenstein soll auf des Kaisers Geheiß einen Teil seiner Armee abtreten - an den Kaiser von Spanien. Unmut regt sich bei den Soldaten - und der Grundstein für Wallensteins Sturz wird gelegt.