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From ancient Indigenous civilizations to neon-lit nights on South Beach, A Brief History of Miami is a sweeping, cinematic journey through one of America’s most dynamic cities. Author and narrator Derek Monaghan brings Miami’s layered past to life with vivid storytelling, historical clarity, and emotional depth, capturing the city’s evolution through hurricanes, revolutions, cultural renaissances, and reinventions.

American democracy. In this vivid and immersive narrative, author Derek Monaghan traces the city’s journey across ten pivotal chapters—uncovering the people, protests, monuments, and contradictions that shaped the capital. Explore the Indigenous roots of the Potomac region, the fiery trials of war and reconstruction, and the monumental ambitions of the Gilded Age. Witness the city’s role in civil rights, scandal, and protest, and discover the cultural capitals within its borders—from Howard University to the Smithsonian, from jazz to go-go.

From the signing of the Declaration to the soul of the streets, A Brief History of Philadelphia brings America’s founding city to life in vivid, cinematic prose. Spanning over three centuries, this immersive narrative traces Philadelphia’s evolution—from Indigenous homelands and colonial rebellion to industrial might, civil rights struggles, and modern innovation. With fifteen richly detailed chapters, author Derek Monaghan blends historical clarity with emotional resonance, capturing the city’s triumphs, contradictions, and enduring spirit.

New Orleans is not just a city—it’s a symphony of survival, celebration, and soul. From its founding in 1718 to the rhythms of modern renaissance, this cinematic narrative traces the Crescent City’s journey through empire, fire, flood, and funk. Derek Monaghan brings history to life with vivid storytelling and emotional depth, exploring the city’s French and Spanish roots, its transformation under American rule, and the cultural fusion that birthed jazz, Mardi Gras, and Creole cuisine.

From Indigenous roots to neon-lit honky-tonks, Nashville’s story is one of collision, creativity, and reinvention. In this immersive and emotionally resonant narrative, author Derek Monaghan traces the city’s evolution across ten cinematic chapters—blending historical clarity with human depth.

Las Vegas is a city of reinvention—born from desert silence, electrified by ambition, and immortalized in neon. From its Indigenous roots and railroad birth to the mob era, mega-resorts, and cultural awakening, this immersive nonfiction narrative traces the evolution of America’s most paradoxical metropolis.

From sacred basin to Olympic stage, Salt Lake City has always been a city of paradox—where faith meets frontier, and legacy meets innovation. In this cinematic nonfiction journey, Derek Monaghan traces the city’s evolution across ten vivid chapters, blending historical clarity with emotional depth. Explore the Indigenous roots of the Salt Lake Valley, the arrival of Mormon pioneers, and the tensions of polygamy, railroads, and rebellion. Witness the city’s transformation through mining booms, civil rights movements, and cultural renaissance.

Rich in historical nuance and emotional resonance, A Brief History of Anchorage honors the people, forces, and landscapes that shaped a city at the edge of the world. Whether you're a curious traveler, lifelong Alaskan, or student of American history, this book offers a vivid, accessible portrait of a city that continues to adapt, inspire, and endure.

From frontier outpost to industrial titan, from abolitionist stronghold to cultural beacon—Cincinnati’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and rhythm. In this cinematic nonfiction narrative, author Derek Monaghan guides listeners through ten immersive chapters that illuminate the Queen City’s evolution across centuries.

From colonial outpost to cultural powerhouse, Baltimore’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and raw humanity. In this vivid, cinematic narrative, author Derek Monaghan traces the city’s evolution across ten immersive chapters—exploring its Indigenous foundations, revolutionary fervor, industrial rise, and the fire that reshaped its skyline. Listeners journey through the jazz-soaked avenues of Black excellence, the postwar boom and urban decline, and the hard truths behind The Wire and the 2015 uprising.

From ancient riverbanks to modern skylines, A Brief History of San Antonio traces the soul of one of America’s most storied cities. Author Derek Monaghan guides listeners through ten immersive chapters that blend historical depth with cinematic storytelling—revealing how Indigenous roots, Spanish missions, revolution, and resilience shaped San Antonio’s unique identity.

From fur traders to Ford, from Motown to modern tech, Detroit’s story is one of invention, upheaval, and relentless reinvention. In this cinematic nonfiction narrative, author Derek Monaghan traces the city’s dramatic arc across ten vivid chapters—exploring its Indigenous roots, industrial rise, cultural revolutions, civil rights struggles, and global legacy. Through immersive prose and emotional clarity, A Brief History of Detroit captures the soul of a city that built the future, burned through crisis, and continues to rebuild itself—block by block, beat by beat.

A Brief History of American Football is a sweeping, cinematic journey through the evolution of America’s most beloved sport. From muddy college fields in the 19th century to billion-dollar stadiums and global broadcasts, Derek Monaghan traces the game’s transformation with vivid storytelling, historical insight, and cultural depth.

From Indigenous trails to towering skyscrapers, Chicago’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless ambition. In this vivid and immersive narrative, Derek Monaghan guides listeners through ten pivotal chapters of the city’s evolution—exploring its origins, triumphs, and contradictions. Witness the devastation of the Great Fire and the grandeur of the 1893 World’s Fair. Walk alongside jazz legends, labor organizers, and civil rights leaders. Discover how Chicago became a global capital of architecture, activism, and artistic fire.

From Puritan prayers to biotech breakthroughs, Boston has shaped the soul of a nation. In this vivid, cinematic journey through twenty defining chapters, author and narrator Derek Monaghan brings the city’s legacy to life—one rebellion, one invention, one heartbreak at a time.

San Francisco is a city of reinvention—where fog meets fire, gold meets grit, and activism meets art. In this immersive and visually rich narrative, author Derek Monaghan traces the city’s evolution across ten defining chapters, blending historical depth with cinematic storytelling. From the ancestral lands of the Ohlone to the chaos of the Gold Rush, from the devastation of the 1906 earthquake to the daring construction of the Golden Gate Bridge, this book explores the forces that shaped San Francisco’s identity.

From the windswept shores of Jamestown to the digital crossroads of the 21st century, A Brief History of the United States offers a cinematic journey through the defining chapters of America's past. With vivid storytelling and historical precision, Derek Monaghan brings to life the people, conflicts, and ideas that shaped a nation—from revolution and civil war to innovation, protest, and global leadership.

From biblical origins to modern diplomacy, A Brief History of The State of Israel offers a cinematic and accessible journey through one of the world’s most complex and resilient nations. Derek Monaghan traces Israel’s evolution—from ancient kingdoms and the rise of Zionism to wars, peace accords, and technological triumphs—illuminating the human spirit behind its founding and survival. Blending historical precision with vivid storytelling, this book explores the triumphs and tragedies that shaped Israel’s identity, its regional conflicts, and its global significance.

Une brève histoire du Celtic Football Club retrace avec intensité et précision le parcours légendaire du club de Glasgow, depuis sa fondation caritative en 1887 par le frère Walfrid jusqu’à son rayonnement mondial actuel. À travers dix chapitres, Derek Monaghan explore les grandes étapes de l’histoire du Celtic : ses premiers titres, sa résilience pendant les guerres, l’ère dorée de Jock Stein et des Lisbon Lions, les rivalités culturelles avec les Rangers, et les défis du football moderne.

A Brief History of Celtic Football Club, by Derek Monaghan. Step into the soul of one of football’s most iconic institutions. From its humble beginnings in 1887 as a charitable mission to feed Glasgow’s poor, Celtic Football Club has grown into a global symbol of pride, passion, and resilience. In this vivid and cinematic account, author Derek Monaghan traces Celtic’s journey through triumph and turmoil—from the glory of the Lisbon Lions and the genius of Jock Stein, to fierce Old Firm rivalries and unforgettable European nights.