The Epic of Gilgamesh
The world's oldest story. A tyrant king and a wild man become best friends, kill a forest god, then chase immortality. It does not go well.
The Fall of Babylon
Cyrus diverts a river, walks his army into the city through the dry riverbed, and the party inside doesn't even notice until it's over.
The Trojan War
A prince steals another king's wife, so a thousand Greek ships sail to Troy and lay siege to its walls for ten blood-soaked years. Achilles rages, Hector dies, armies grind each other into the dust beneath the towers of Troy.
Atahualpa's Ransom
The Inca emperor fills a giant room twice with gold and silver to buy his freedom. The Spanish take the gold and execute him anyway.
Frequently Asked Questions
What stories are in the Lost Civilizations collection?
The Lost Civilizations collection includes 4 stories: The Epic of Gilgamesh, The Fall of Babylon, The Trojan War, Atahualpa's Ransom. All available as immersive audio on History Tea.
Can I listen to Lost Civilizations stories for free?
Yes! All 4 stories in the Lost Civilizations collection are completely free to listen to on the History Tea app. Download on iOS and start listening today.
What time periods does Lost Civilizations cover?
The Lost Civilizations collection spans c. 2100 BCE, 539 BCE, c. 1200 BCE, 1533 CE. Each story is a fresh, cinematic retelling with immersive narration.
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