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2019 Audie Award Winners: Biographies & History
These audiobook won the prestigious award from Audio Publishers Association.
Published on March 8, 2019
Darkest Hour: How Churchill Brought England Back from the Brink
Anthony McCarten“The Theory of Everything” author Anthony McCarten’s deeply researched portrait of Winston Churchill’s turbulent first days as Prime Minister during the early days of war with Nazi Germany won the Audie for History. Narrator John Lee “is a powerful performer, and his impeccable portrayals of Winston Churchill and other heads of state are second to none,” writes AudioFile.
The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World
Simon WinchesterBeloved historian Simon Winchester narrates his fascinating study of technological marvels and great scientific minds since the Industrial Revolution, specifically spotlighting the role of precision in advancements. His narration so precisely conveys his enthusiasm for the subject, it won him the Audie for Nonfiction.