A History Of Britain: Volume 1: At The Edge Of… by Simon Schama · Audiobook preview

A History Of Britain: Volume 1: At The Edge Of The World? 3000BC - AD 1603
Authored by Simon Schama
Narrated by Timothy West

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

To look back at the past is to understand the present. In this vivid account of over 4,000 years of British history Simon Schama takes us on an epic journey which encompasses the very beginnings of the nation’s identity, when the first settlers landed on Orkney. From the successes and failures of the monarchy to the daily life of a Roman soldier stationed on Hadrian’s Wall, Schama gives a vivid, fascinating account of the many different stories and struggles that lie behind the growth of our island nation. Simon Schama’s hugely successful BBC 2 series has shown him to be one of our most original and exciting historians. Timothy West’s abridged reading of the book accompanying the series, introduced by Schama himself reading his own Preface, bears further testimony to his extraordinary gift for story-telling. 'Schama is a giant, a great thinking-machine and a golden lyricist as well' - Mail on Sunday.

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AUDIOBOOK DETAILS

Language: English
Publisher: BBC Digital Audio
Published on: December 1, 2004
ISBN: 9781405695336
Duration: 7 hr, 57 min
Genres: History / Europe / Great Britain / General