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The Story of Britain

From the Romans to the Present

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The Story of Britain

By: Roy Strong
Narrated by: Laurence Kennedy
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This is a sweeping history of Britain which answers the questions: 'Where do we come from?' and 'Where are the we going?'

When The Story of Britain was originally published to great acclaim in 1996, Andrew Roberts declared it 'classic popular history' and Antonia Fraser said 'History at its best'. Roy Strong's mission was to produce an accessible one-volume history which would clearly depict Britain's origins and explain how the past shaped our current identity.

He begins the story of Britain from the very earliest recorded Celtic times and has now brought it right up to date via the Blair years and into the present day of Brexit Britain. It is a remarkable achievement, and with his passion, enthusiasm and wide-ranging knowledge, he is the ideal narrator. His book should be listened to by anyone, anywhere, who cares about Britain's national past, national identity and national prospects.

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All stars
Most relevant
Thoughtful and well read

Definitely one I’ll listen to again and again


Different paths taken

Cracking listen

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A fantastic history of Britain, combining anthropology, biography and more traditional history to give an informative overview of British history from the Roman era through to the modern era.

Does exactly what it says in the tin!

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I thought this was very easy to follow, quite comprehensive and also didn't feel too long.
There's a little bit more about religion in there than I would have liked but I suppose it's important for the history of Britain.
I played it at 1.15x the usual speed, but I generally found the narrator very clear and loud enough, with a very apt British accent 😂

Easy to listen to, lots of interesting content

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….I’m more than happy to leave this triple
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 review for and excellent way to learn again and again about our history and listening the the voice of a very good friend I sadly lost.

On the 4th anniversary of the death of Laurence Kennedy, 24.10.2022….

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a great history of Britain, well read , all major events covered and done so in a way that it should appeal to everyone not to academic.

top class

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