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Castles
- Their History and Evolution in Medieval Britain
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 9 hrs and 18 mins
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Beginning with their introduction in the 11th century, and ending with their widespread abandonment in the 17th, Marc Morris explores many of the country's most famous castles, as well as some spectacular lesser-known examples.
At times this is an epic tale, driven by characters like William the Conqueror, King John, and Edward I, full of sieges and conquest on an awesome scale. But it is also by turns an intimate story of less eminent individuals, whose adventures, struggles, and ambitions were reflected in the fortified residences they constructed. Be it ever so grand or ever so humble, a castle was first and foremost a home.
To understand castles - who built them, who lived in them, and why - is to understand the forces that shaped medieval Britain.
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- Pen
- 26-12-18
Castles
Having a love of history, this book was very interesting and informative. Will easily listen again.
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- Phil Wain
- 18-11-22
Interesting
Very interesting but maybe could have gone further on the actual castle’s. As in many history books the same history is churned out rather than staying specific to the subject. It is however a great author and much of interest.
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- Marie
- 11-05-23
Castles
Love Marc Morris’s work and this is my favourite. I have the book but it’s nice to have someone to read it to me. Thoroughly enjoyable listen. Marc’s enthusiasm for the castles comes through fully.
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- Mark H
- 28-11-19
Excellent Audiobook
Covers the fact a castle is part home part defensive structure from origins through to the end of the Civil War. Very enjoyable.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-07-21
Re-moat-ly Interesting
An interesting narrative for anyone wanting to learn more about the roles these iconic structures played in the history of Britain.
The book explores the features of castles and how they differ and changed over time.
I enjoyed the description of the siege of Rochester, and whilst parts of the book strayed off topic I have enjoyed the enthusiasm of the narrator throughout.
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- Tina Townend
- 22-04-20
Wonderful
I have always liked the authors books and his knowledge on castles. This book did not let me down, nor did the narrator.
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- Amazon Customer
- 02-09-18
Great book, well read
Telling the history of British castles. The book is both authorative without being too academic and the narration is very good too.
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- Amy
- 05-09-19
Super!
Absolutely loved this book. Marc is incredibly informed but also funny and down to Earth; it’s a great combination!
Narration got a lower score just because of his pronunciation of the word ‘trebuchet’; I found it very grating! Aside from that one detail it was very well narrated and captured the tone and humour well.
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- taylor
- 02-02-23
Wonderful
I have enjoyed this book, wonderful narration. The author is very informative and very witty. I will be listening or reading more of his books.
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- steblu
- 27-04-20
interesting book,
excellent piece of history very well narrated recommend if you like castles give it a go
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