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William the Conqueror vs King Harold
- Narrated by: Richard Topping
- Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins
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Summary
What appeared to be a mighty mass of flame, now known as Halley’s Comet, made its rare appearance and blazed across the western sky in 1066. Even rarer than Halley’s Comet was the appearance of three warrior kings on this same year in North West Europe. All three of these warrior-kings felt that they had a claim to the British crown, and all three were known for never taking a step backward.
For this reason 1066 was a year unlike any other in Western history. William the Conquerer is one of the most dashing, powerful, and massively influential figures in all of world history. Equally fascinating, I believe, is Harold Godwinson, crowned King Harold II of Angle Land (England) in January of 1066. Haarald (Hard Rule) Hardrada, the Viking warrior/king of Norway, was also a colorful figure who played a major role in the destiny of world history in 1066. Hardly anybody, including college graduates, knows anything about any of these extraordinary men.
Critic reviews
"Whether you're interested in the history of the Middle Ages or just looking for a thrilling tale of knights, warfare, romance, and intrigue, readers can't go wrong with this one." (Kirkus Reviews)
"William the Conqueror vs King Harold is a great read. I recommend this book to anyone who loves a well-researched, historical novel." (Pacific Book Review)
"...everything historical fiction should be: Vivid, gripping, engrossing, replete with psychological as well as historical insights." (Midwest Book Review)
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- Anonymous User
- 16-12-20
A fantastic story, shame about the editing
I can’t comment on the historical accuracy of this book but as a piece of fiction it’s quite good. You get a good handle on the characters. Even someone like the conqueror is likeable here despite his belligerence and you truly feel the weight of these figures emotions and struggles.
I would have given this 5 stars if not for the editing. By that I mean there is no editing.
The narrator does a good jobs with the different voices and putting oomph into each word and scene but constantly you can hear him having to repeat sentences because he lost his place or got a word wrong. He even coughs. COUGHS. Why wasn’t this taken out? Why wasn’t the mistakes and 2nd tales removed. I don’t know anything about editing myself but surely it wouldn’t have been difficult?
It’s a real shame because apart from that this is a great fictional take on one of Histories greatest moments.
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