Book description
# Time Travel, Cold War-Style: A Blast from the Past
Andre Norton's The Time Traders isn't just another time travel story - it's a lean, mean adventure machine that drops you straight into the middle of a temporal Cold War.
## What Makes This One Different?
While most time travel tales focus on accidentally stepping on butterflies, Norton gives us something far more interesting: spy games across centuries. The premise is pure 1950s genius - what if the Russians weren't just ahead in space, but had cracked time travel too?
Enter Ross Murdock, our reluctant hero. He's not your typical noble time agent. He's rough around the edges, the kind of guy who probably got kicked out of more schools than he attended. But that's exactly what makes him perfect for this mission.
## The Real Hook: Character Chemistry
The audiobook really shines in how it develops the partnership between Ross and his handler Ashe. Their relationship feels authentic - part mentor/student, part buddies who'd rather be anywhere else. When they're catapulted into the Bronze Age, you're not just hearing a story; you're right there with them, trying to convince ancient tribes you're not wizards while dodging Russian time spies.
## Why Listen (Not Just Read)?
Norton's prose works beautifully in audio format. The dialogue pops, especially Ross's sharp, era-appropriate banter. The action sequences - and there are plenty - translate perfectly to the spoken word format. You'll find yourself holding your breath during the underwater sequences and glancing over your shoulder during the alien encounters.
The pacing never lets up. Just when you think you've figured out what's happening, Norton pulls the rug out from under you. Those seven hours fly by.
## The Verdict
This isn't deep literary fiction, and it doesn't pretend to be. It's pure adventure storytelling - the kind that makes you wish you could pause reality and dive into a different timeline yourself.
Perfect for fans of Agent Carter or anyone who's ever wondered what would happen if the Cold War went prehistoric.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience