Zygar, who was born at the beginning of the last decade of the USSR, is now an expatriate Russian journalist living in the West. In this audiobook he provides great detail on the interpersonal relationships among the various members of the Soviet ruling elite and how what seemed like an opportunity for "democracy" was muffed by all parties concerned. Henning's clear voice is easily understood. While his frequent mispronunciations of Russian names and words may be a distraction, the information he presents is interesting, and Zygar is a good writer. Henning's overall narration brings clarity to the decades-long decline and seemingly sudden demise of the Soviet Union.
Pub Date: Nov. 11, 2025
Duration: 22 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781797192918
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Gibson's compelling work is the perfect mix of personal stories, historical reference, and on-the-ground observations of the building of Donald Trump's Border Wall. Narrator Ramón de Ocampo's nuanced delivery enhances the listening experience. At its center, the story looks at the impact of the wall on individuals and communities on both sides of the border. In doing so, it addresses the inherent conflict that exists between local law enforcement, ICE, Border Patrol, state police, and various business and political influences. De Ocampo matches the mix of factual and anecdotal information with compassion and gravitas that capture the ripple effects on all of those impacted by the Border Wall.
Pub Date: July 7, 2020
Duration: 11 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781797110295
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Every presidential campaign appears monumental to its participants, but history clearly demonstrates the pivotal role of certain elections. When one listens to Corey Snow's narration of this engrossing history of the 1940 presidential election, its special importance becomes clear. Snow's authoritative voice flows smoothly as he wends his way through Roosevelt's decision to run for an unprecedented third term, the pressure from Lindbergh's isolationism, and Willkie's misguided campaign. His cadence fits well with the story, speeding up slightly as dramatic events unfold and bringing the players' emotions to life. Popular history books, with their narrative format rich in detail and human character, are well suited for audio production, and this history fits that model easily with Snow's well-tuned rendition.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 2013
Duration: 14 hrs, 15 mins
Publisher: Tantor Media
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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