Will Durant was a prolific American writer, historian, and philosopher. He is best known for the 11-volume The Story of Civilization, written in collaboration with his wife Ariel and published between 1935 and 1975. He was earlier noted for his book, The Story of Philosophy, written in 1926, which was considered "a groundbreaking work that helped to popularize philosophy." CONTENT: The Story of Civilization 1. Our Oriental Heritage (50:17:44, performed by Robin Field) 2. The Life of Greece (32:37:04, performed by Stefan Rudnicki) 3. Caesar and Christ (36:31:35, performed by Grover Gardner) 4. The Age of Faith (61:23:35, performed by Stefan Rudnicki) 5. The Renaissance (37:09:18, performed by Grover Gardner) 6. The Reformation (50:08:18, performed by Stefan Rudnicki) 7. The Age of Reason Begins (34:51:14, performed by Grover Gardner) 8. The Age of Louis XIV (36:28:57, performed by Stefan Rudnicki) 9. The Age of Voltaire (42:55:53, performed by Grover Gardner) 10. Rousseau and Revolution (57:21:54, performed by Stefan Rudnicki) 11. The Age of Napoleon (44:32:35, performed by Stefan Rudnicki) Non-Series 12. Fallen Leaves: Last Words on Life, Love, War, and God 13. Heroes of History 14. The Greatest Minds and Ideas of All Time 15. The Lessons Of History 16. The Story of Philosophy Audio-DVD format: It can be used on DVD and DVD-Rom players, also on devices such as Playstation, Xbox or portable DVD players. In addition, the tracks can be taken to any mp3 player, such as portable mp3 player, tablets, smartphones, etc. through the computer. - The tracks are handled in the same way that you would handle the songs through iTunes. - The number of discs varies by each title, although generally it goes in a single disc. - The AudioDVD format is not the same as traditional CDs and does not work on CD players. Please be sure to use one of the players mentioned above. - The format of the tracks is MP3; This is the extension of better handling and of more quality. - Kbps vary by title. - Audiobooks are read by professional narrators. MP3-CD format: This audio CD-MP3 works on your computer. It also works on CD and DVD players with mp3 capacity, including car stereos. - The number of discs varies by each title. Each disc can contain one or several audiobooks. - The mp3 tracks can be taken to different mp3 players or smartphones and iphone or ipad. Make sure your device is compatible with this technology before making your purchase. - The format of the tracks is MP3; This is the extension of better handling and of more quality. - Kbps vary by title. - Audiobooks are read by professional narrators. SHIPPING: All audiobooks are sent through USPS First Class and will arrive at your hands between 7 and 10 days after your purchase (usually much sooner than later). A link will be sent so you can track your product online. We ship worldwide through USPS. RETURNS: If the product presents any problem, we will send you another one immediately! Any disagreement will always be resolved. You will also have the PayPal purchase protection against any problem that occurs with your purchase. Original case is not included with your purchase. Pictures Of Disc covers/cases in this listing are for illustrative purposes only.
