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Guardians of Stone - The Great Wall’s Hidden Secrets

Dr. Owen Hale

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. History Uncovered: Guardians of Stone – The Great Wall’s Hidden Secrets reveals the breathtaking story of humanity’s most enduring monument. From the deserts of Gansu to the mountains of Hebei, this immersive narrative uncovers how emperors, soldiers, engineers, and peasants shaped a wonder that spans continents and centuries. Blending vivid storytelling with deep scholarship, the book traces the Wall’s evolution from rammed-earth fortresses of the Qin and Han to the mighty brick battlements of the Ming. Explore the myths of sacrifice and legend, the ingenuity of ancient engineers, and the silent watchtowers that once pulsed with signal fires. Rediscover how this monumental barrier became a mirror of China’s soul — symbolizing endurance, unity, and the eternal balance between fear and hope. More than a wall, it is a living memory of civilization’s struggle to define its boundaries — and a lesson in how walls both protect and divide, endure and decay. Guardians of Stone invites readers to walk the ridges of time and witness the dragon that still sleeps across the mountains. Duration - 2h 50m. Author - Dr. Owen Hale. Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G. Published Date - Friday, 03 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Pickle Publishing ©.

Location:

United States

Description:

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. History Uncovered: Guardians of Stone – The Great Wall’s Hidden Secrets reveals the breathtaking story of humanity’s most enduring monument. From the deserts of Gansu to the mountains of Hebei, this immersive narrative uncovers how emperors, soldiers, engineers, and peasants shaped a wonder that spans continents and centuries. Blending vivid storytelling with deep scholarship, the book traces the Wall’s evolution from rammed-earth fortresses of the Qin and Han to the mighty brick battlements of the Ming. Explore the myths of sacrifice and legend, the ingenuity of ancient engineers, and the silent watchtowers that once pulsed with signal fires. Rediscover how this monumental barrier became a mirror of China’s soul — symbolizing endurance, unity, and the eternal balance between fear and hope. More than a wall, it is a living memory of civilization’s struggle to define its boundaries — and a lesson in how walls both protect and divide, endure and decay. Guardians of Stone invites readers to walk the ridges of time and witness the dragon that still sleeps across the mountains. Duration - 2h 50m. Author - Dr. Owen Hale. Narrator - Digital Voice Maxwell G. Published Date - Friday, 03 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Pickle Publishing ©.

Language:

English


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