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The Demon's Brood
- A History of the Plantagenet Dynasty
- De: Desmond Seward
- Narrado por: Michael Page
- Duración: 9 h y 53 m
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The Plantagenets reigned over England longer than any other family - from Henry II to Richard III. Four kings were murdered, two came close to being deposed, and the last - and most notorious, Richard III - was killed in a battle by rebels. Shakespeare wrote plays about six of them, further entrenching them in the national myth. Based on major contemporary sources and recent research, acclaimed historian Desmond Seward provides the first accessible overview of the whole extraordinary dynasty.
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Could have been fantastic
- De Sheila en 05-19-17
- The Demon's Brood
- A History of the Plantagenet Dynasty
- De: Desmond Seward
- Narrado por: Michael Page
The Most Boring Exciting Story Ever Told
Revisado: 09-01-24
A grammar school book report on the subject would have been more interesting. The writing is not just dry, but desiccated. I was surprised to find this book was written in this century, as the style of writing is more reminiscent of the nineteenth century or earlier. The Plantagenets led England, and other countries at times, through some of the most incredible moments in history; yet this boring recitation manages to give it all of the interest of a newscaster reading from a teleprompter.
I do have some respect for the narrator: he managed to make it through this disaster without yawning.
Do yourself a favor. Read a proper history of the Plantagenets. Explore the very real exciting history of their era by reading Dan Jones' "The Plantagenets." The only thing you'll be sorry about is that you didn't skip Seward's book and read Jones' book first.
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The Wars of the Roses
- The Fall of the Plantagenets and the Rise of the Tudors
- De: Dan Jones
- Narrado por: John Curless
- Duración: 15 h y 7 m
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The 15th century saw the longest and bloodiest series of civil wars in British history. The crown of England changed hands five times as two branches of the Plantagenet dynasty fought to the death for the right to rule. Now, celebrated historian Dan Jones describes how the longest reigning British royal family tore itself apart until it was finally replaced by the Tudors. Some of the greatest heroes and villains in history were thrown together in these turbulent times.
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No Need for a Score Card
- De Troy en 01-16-15
- The Wars of the Roses
- The Fall of the Plantagenets and the Rise of the Tudors
- De: Dan Jones
- Narrado por: John Curless
Everything you would expect from Dan Jones
Revisado: 09-01-24
Another fantastic book by one of my favorite historians. Mr. Jones takes you by the hand and gently guides you through generations of complicated politics, scores of unfathomable personal motives, and one hell of a satisfactory story. He manages to brings the broad set of characters together and have their converging stories make sense in a way that a non-historian can easily understand. The people in this book are not just names on a page, Jones breathes life into each of them and we know them well by the end.
My only (small) criticism is that I wish Mr. Jones would re-record this audio book as he did with The Plantagenets. I had purchased the original copy of The Plantagenets and was quite dissatisfied with the narrator. When Mr. Jones re-released it narrating it himself, I purchased it again and enjoyed the book far more. Having the author read the book is such a treat and really lent an authenticity that was lacking in the original recording. So, if you happen to read your reviews, Mr. Jones, please consider my request. That said, I am looking forward to Henry V.
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The Demonologist
- The Extraordinary Career of Ed and Lorraine Warren - The True Accounts of the Paranormal Investigators Featured in the film 'The Conjuring'
- De: Gerald Brittle
- Narrado por: Todd Haberkorn
- Duración: 10 h y 15 m
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If you think ghosts are only responsible for hauntings, think again. The Demonologist reveals the grave religious process behind supernatural events and how it can happen to you. Used as a text in seminaries and classrooms, this is one book you can't put down. For over five decades, Ed and Loraine Warren have been considered America's foremost experts on demonology and exorcism. With over 3,000 investigations to their credit, they reveal what actually breaks the peace in haunted houses. Don't miss the Warrens in the new blockbuster movie The Conjuring.
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WARNING!: THIS IS BASED ON REAL CASES,TERRIFYING!
- De eric en 08-05-13
- The Demonologist
- The Extraordinary Career of Ed and Lorraine Warren - The True Accounts of the Paranormal Investigators Featured in the film 'The Conjuring'
- De: Gerald Brittle
- Narrado por: Todd Haberkorn
Very little about case histories
Revisado: 07-06-23
Wow. Where to start? Not at all what I expected. I enjoy even the most basic paranormal stories for the entertainment factor. I was expecting back stories of investigated cases. Literally, there are perhaps a dozen paragraphs for each of a few cases. Not one case is significantly detailed. I would estimate at least 85% of this book is Ed Warren emphasizing the differences between demonologists and people who study ghosts. According to Mr. Warren, he is/was the only "certified" demonologist who is/was not a member of the clergy. What prestigious entity "certified" him? I have no idea and I suspect no one does. A nauseating dissertation of his demon-expelling prowess and religious bona fides, this book is so ridiculous I am ashamed I listened through chapter nine. Ms. Warren? Merely clairvoyant wallpaper in this story.
The narrator? Meh.
I purchased this title on sale for about four dollars. Even if it had been free, I would still feel overcharged. Don't waste your time.
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The Sea Wolves
- A History of the Vikings
- De: Lars Brownworth
- Narrado por: Joe Barrett
- Duración: 7 h y 16 m
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In AD 793 Norse warriors struck the English isle of Lindisfarne and laid waste to it. Wave after wave of Norse "sea wolves" followed in search of plunder, land, or a glorious death in battle. Much of the British Isles fell before their swords, and the continental capitals of Paris and Aachen were sacked in turn. Turning east, they swept down the uncharted rivers of central Europe, captured Kiev, and clashed with mighty Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire.
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A little dry but very interesting
- De Angela en 08-30-15
- The Sea Wolves
- A History of the Vikings
- De: Lars Brownworth
- Narrado por: Joe Barrett
FAR better than I expected
Revisado: 06-21-23
A very pleasant surprise as I was expecting a shallow overview and the same stereotypes highlighted by many historians. This comprehensive, yet concise, history of the Viking Age is detailed without getting bogged down in minutia. "The Sea Wolves" combines the stories of the famous (and, in some cases, infamous) personages of the era. Illuminating the journey from Scandinavia to Europe, Asia, and North America, this book is not only about raiding and conquest but also about the daily lives of the people and their eventual assimilation into other cultures. Having just completed "The Anglo-Saxons" by Marc Morris (also available on Audible), I found this book expanded my understanding of the era. The Vikings' cultural influence is still evident in many of our modern societies. Fascinating.
Mr. Barrett's narration was a little odd to me in the beginning but I came to enjoy his performance very much. For some reason I expected a narrator with a British accent and was startled to hear an American one. But I was completely won over within the first chapter. He has an understated style that nicely compliments the text without the weird, overly exuberant cadence used by many who narrate historical books.
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Inside the Mind of BTK
- The True Story Behind the Thirty-Year Hunt for the Notorious Wichita Serial Killer
- De: Johnny Dodd, John Douglas
- Narrado por: Jason Klav
- Duración: 12 h y 40 m
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This incredible story shows how John Douglas tracked and participated in the hunt for one of the most notorious serial killers in US history. For 31 years a man who called himself BTK (Bind, Torture, Kill) terrorized the city of Wichita, Kansas, sexually assaulting and strangling a series of women, taunting the police with frequent communications, and bragging about his crimes to local newspapers and TV stations.
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Have re-read by Jonathan Groff
- De Rachel Lindahl en 10-21-20
- Inside the Mind of BTK
- The True Story Behind the Thirty-Year Hunt for the Notorious Wichita Serial Killer
- De: Johnny Dodd, John Douglas
- Narrado por: Jason Klav
A Love Letter from John Douglas to John Douglas
Revisado: 05-28-23
With every new book I am hopeful John Douglas will tell the story indicated by the title and every time (so far) Douglas spends the majority of the book congratulating himself for his intellectual superiority. If asked, Douglas would probably take credit for the creation of the Universe. His tendency to emphasize how prescient his profile of the perpetrator was lacks the humility to recognize the sharp detectives who tricked the suspect into revealing his identity. Douglas, of course, states his prediction of this outcome was made years before the identification of Rader.
You will learn nothing new here.
The narrator is horrific. Jason Klav frequently mispronounces common words. "Quantico" is pronounced "Kwan-TEE-ko" throughout. "Razed" becomes " razzed" (short "A" sound). These are but two examples.
Don't waste your time. Do something more interesting and productive, such as watching paint dry.
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