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Eumenes lived in the shadows of conquerers - Philip and Alexander the Great - until he rose up to claim his own title. He was one of the many who grappled for power in the wake of Alexander's sudden death. Dive into his life and the machinations behind the thrones of ancient Greece and Egypt. Will Eumenes be victorious, claiming a crown of his own, or will he fall prey to the wiles of others?

Timotheus was a great general but was known more for his statecraft. Like an honorable man taken from an ancient version of Game of Thrones, see how he maneuvers through the courts of ancient Greece. Finally, in his old age, politics catch up to him, but his son works to carry on his honor.

Cimon was forced into prison because of his father's debts, but rescued by his wife. From then, he sought great heights, battling the Persians on land and sea within the same day. His power grew so great he was kicked out of Sparta; would he manage to make a triumphant return?

Hannibal, called by Nepos "the greatest of generals", is most remembered today for being the man who marched a contigent of battle elephants over the Alps. But this was only one of his many victories and strategems. Listen in wonder as Hannibal manages, again and again, to repel the army no other man could repel: the ancient Romans.

Conon the Athenian (not the Barbarian of a similar name) was the general who set Greece free. March along the shores of the Peloponese and launch attacks at sea with him as Nepos regales the life of this famed hero. Here is the man who would see the great walls of Athens rebuilt but find his own life finished in prison.

Phocion, known as "The Good", was one of the most beloved Greek politicans. He was elected military stratego numerous times. Listen to the noble life and death of this Greek hero.

Though Nepos largely focused on the Greco-Romans in his writings, some men accomplished so much he was willing to break this rule. Datames was a commander of armies, man of the kings of Persia and Egypt, and outwitter of plots. Follow his intricate and exciting life as he attempts to outpace the powerful men around him.

Aristides was the one true enemy of Themosticles the Great. His story is almost like that of Icarus, seeking to fly higher than his skill or status would allow. Listen as he climbs and falls and somehow - despite dying in charge of the treasury of Greece - does so in poverty.

Hamilcar was a Carthaginian so brilliant and so brutal that even a Roman like Cornelius Nepos - one of Carthage's sworn enemies - could not help but respect him and write of him. Hamilcar, much like Philip the Great, was a great father of an even greater son. Explore Spain and Carthage with him and Hannibal as he trains his son in the arts and wiles of war.

The biography of Titus Pomponius Atticus was one of Nepos' greatest writings during his life. Considered by many to be one of the most upstanding men in ancient history, and the friend of Julius Caesar and Marc Antony, he lived during one of the most turbulent and important periods of ancient Rome. Learn how a politican could actually manage to maintain honor and fulfill his duty without being swayed or tempted by personal interest and gain.

He’s a comedian. He’s a YouTube sensation. And now he becomes an author. Best known for his song parodies and riffs on yoga pants and homeschooling, Tim Hawkins now shares his perspective on life in the 21st century in his long-awaited debut book. Tim's topics are as wide-ranging as his...

After years of sharing his remarkable tales with his grandchildren, Foster was inspired to capture them in writing for future generations. To ensure accuracy, he meticulously researched the events he lived through. As a colonel in the Union Army during the American Civil War and later serving as U.S. Secretary of State under President Benjamin Harrison, Fosters stories are not just memories—theyre a vital piece of history. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

A tempest unexpectedly sweeps in from the sea, hurtling across the downs and into the hills with unrelenting force. The once visible crescent moon is now obscured, as the countryside is shrouded in an impenetrable darkness, punctuated only by the intermittent flashes of lightning. - The captivating opening sentence of the book.

John Watson hosts a 1 hour, weekly show that features the very best in new, New Zealand music by New Zealand music artists.

Unravel the riveting mystery of the Hampstead Murder. The illustrious High Court Judge, Sir Horace Fewbanks, is found dead in Hampstead, England, with a bullet wound. The case falls into the hands of Private Detective Crewe, a wealthy bachelor who finds crime solving more intellectually stimulating than a chess match with the Russian champion, Turgieff. Assisting Crewe is a savvy fourteen-year-old Cockney boy, Joe, whom Crewe rescued from a life of crime. As the duo navigates a maze of clues and a sea of suspects, they face an inquest, a trial, and eventually uncover an elegantly crafted ...

Venture into the intimate confessions of an authentic poacher, Phil, who was more than just a lawbreaker. Brought up in a lineage of poachers, Phil was trained from his youth in the arts of poaching and woodcraft. But he was not just a thief of nature, Phil was also a sportsman and a naturalist, his spirit resonating with the wild. Even in his twilight years, the spark of his youth remained unquenched, his lion-like head crowned with silver hair, and a face weathered by time and hardships. His life may have strayed from the law, but he paid a steep price for his actions. Phils greatness as a ...

Now in Season 2! Every Tuesday, tipsy half-wits attempt to whole-ass their way through controversial ideas that should’ve been left to credible experts, researchers, and sponsors. Will these purveyors of misinformation break new intellectual ground? Or will they just end up on another FBI watchlist? They're probably wrong, but at least they're not lying. Instagram: Gracie @gracieinunioncounty Josh @avoidohio John's Dogs @arya.n.thibs Casey - Nothing

How are Christians to understand and undertake the discipline of psychology? This question has been of keen interest to Christians because of the importance we place on a correct understanding of human nature. Psychology can sometimes seem disconnected from, if not antithetical to, Christian perspectives on life. How are we to understand our Christian beliefs about persons in relation to secular psychological beliefs? This revised edition of a widely appreciated Spectrum volume now presents five models for understanding the relationship between psychology and Christianity.