Dominic Haynes

Two catastrophes. One unshakable truth: the moment humanity declares something invincible is the moment disaster starts writing its opening line.

Two men. Two empires. One unstoppable hunger to own the world — and two spectacular falls that proved no conquest, however vast, outlives its conqueror.

The bombs were still falling when America's future changed forever. What if the warnings had been heeded? What if one morning's catastrophic failure had permanently broken the most powerful nation on earth—rather than forged it?

A penniless Corsican outsider crowned himself Emperor of France—then set the entire continent ablaze to keep that crown. How does an obscure artillery officer with no fortune, no royal blood, and a thick foreign accent claw his way to the most powerful throne in Europe?

One reactor. One lie. One empire brought to its knees. What really happened inside Unit 4 in the seconds before the explosion—and why did the men who understood the danger stay silent while a nation slept beneath a radioactive sky?

At 11:40 PM on April 14, 1912, the most confident civilization in human history collided with the one thing it refused to believe in: its own limits. What does it mean to build something "unsinkable" — and what happens to the world when it sinks anyway?

He was born with nothing. He died owning half the world. What does it take to rise from slave and outcast to the most powerful conqueror in human history? And what does it mean that his blood still runs in 16 million men alive today — none of them knowing it? Genghis Khan: The Slave Who...

Everything you were taught about the dawn of mankind is a lie. Why do ancient monuments across the globe share the same "impossible" technology? What if the gods of our ancestors weren't myths, but visitors who left their fingerprints in our DNA? In Forbidden History, Dominic Haynes pulls back...

Unearth the incredible story of France – from Celtic pre-history to the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and the modern day.

The social and cultural legacy of the Greeks was so significant that even Rome, who conquered Greece, assimilated much of its culture....

Whether you’re a student of Italian history looking for a refresher or a brand-new learner looking for an introduction, this book is a concise, easy-to-follow overview of the major players, events, and forces in Italian history, from antiquity to today....

Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge of complex banking practices or simply learn more about central banking as it relates to your everyday life, this book will give you a comprehensive introduction and solid foundation for future study....

Three brief histories of America, Canada, and England: nations divided in their history, peoples, and culture, yet bound by a willingness to sacrifice everything for independence, power, and prosperity....

Discover the bewitching world of spells, magic, and mystery as you dive deep into the history of this controversial ancient practice. From being feared, persecuted, and burned at the stake centuries ago, they have now become captivating and enduring characters in pop culture, portrayed in...

On the western part of the Iberian Peninsula, touching the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean lies a nation with a proud history that influenced Europe and the rest of the world....

You’ll find an exploration of how a singular people could be born out of so many crisscrossing empires, all vying for supremacy. Come discover the unique heritage of the Ukrainian people, and learn of their sorrows, struggles, and triumphs that have continued well into the present day....

Are you curious how a culture could survive from the Neolithic Era to the present day? Do you need a compact and entertaining outline of China’s massive history? The very name of China conjures up stunning historical images. From the Great Wall snaking through its mountains to the thousands...

The impact of the Western culture and way of life can be observed in almost every corner of the planet, but where does it come from? Within this audiobook, you’ll meet the thinkers of the West....