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    Beacon Lights of History, Vol 04: Imperial Antiquity
    Beacon Lights of History, Vol 04: Imperial Antiquity
    Beacon Lights of History, Vol 04: Imperial Antiquity
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    Beacon Lights of History, Vol 04: Imperial Antiquity

    Written by John Lord

    Narrated by KHand

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    About this audiobook

    Volume 4 discusses some of the key leaders of the ancient world, including Julius Caesar, Marcus Aurelius and Constantine, as well as important religious figures such as Saint Ambrose and Saint Augustine. - Summary by KHand
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherLibriVox
    Release dateAug 25, 2014
    Beacon Lights of History, Vol 04: Imperial Antiquity

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