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A History of Britain: Volume 2

Yazan: Simon Schama
Seslendiren: Stephen Thorne
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Timothy West reads the second volume of Simon Schama's compelling chronicle of the British Isles.

The British wars began on the morning of 23 July 1637, heralding 200 years of battles. Most were driven by religious or political conviction, as Republicans and Royalists, Catholics and Protestants, Tories and Whigs, and colonialists and natives vied for supremacy. Of the battles not fought on home territory, many took place across Europe, America, India, and also at sea.

Schama's examination of this turbulent period reveals how the British people eventually united in imperial enterprise, forming 'Britannia Incorporated'. The story of that change evokes the memory of such enduringly influential people as Oliver Cromwell, as well as lesser known but equally extraordinary individuals. A story of revolution and reaction, progress and catastrophe, this is a vivid account of two centuries which changed Britain.

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. It gives an excellent analysis of British history. It is, however, a lot to take in.

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When I stopped listening for a few days or weeks it was hard to regain the context, but it was worth the effort.

Excellent, engaging but lots to remember

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Continues the basic structure of the first part, with more consistent depth given to the 17th century. Simon goes on in the 18th century to go rather off track at times, but not terribly or unbearably so. Still a very good book, like its predecessor.

Excellent until 1700, slightly meanders after

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Whilst Sharma focuses on some events in depth e.g. America and India
Other chapters in history are only covered briefly. I guess the book would have been much much longer in what is already a vast work.
I liked the way it was read and converted to what was originally a television documentary. Kept me company for many hours and I thank Simon Sharma for a fantastic enjoyable enlightening book.

Good historical input

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Fascinating overview of Britain's empire building and how the loss of USA sent us to focus on India.

Great over view

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Compared to Simon Schamas vol 1 - this feels like a more focused attempt to try and explain some of the evolution from monarchy to democracy. Indeed it touches upon empire too. thoroughly enjoying the history of Britain series although Schama, at least in this edit anyway, tends to skip over certain events such as the war of independence. Possibly leaving this for more thoroughbred military history books. vol 1 by comparison seems a bit rushed, whereas this volume focuses on individuals and often lesser told stories. His hark to contemporary historical opinions and revised histories are invaluable and I dare say you wouldn't find a better, generalised historical book. A must read for those interested in history or wish to give themselves an in depth crash course in British history.
Stephen Thorne is excellent as he was in volume 1.

great narration and a solid history endeavour.

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