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- Narrated by: Andrew Wincott
- Length: 49 hrs and 22 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Historical Fiction
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Publisher's Summary
A wonderful, epic story that tells the history of the greatest city in the world, from Roman times to the present day. From the author of Paris, Sarum and New York.
London has perhaps the most remarkable history of any city in the world. Now its story has a unique voice. In this epic novel, Edward Rutherfurd takes the listener on a magnificent journey across 16 centuries, from the days of the Romans to the Victorian engineers of Tower Bridge and the dockland development of the modern day.
Through the lives and adventures of his colourful cast of characters, he brings all the richness of London's past unforgettably to life.
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- Anonymous User
- 09-04-2018
Enthralling history and brilliant narration.
I read the book years ago ( but it was a challenge since I only get to read late at night) but this audio version brought it all to life for me. The first few chapters seem a little slow, but stick with it and you'll find yourself sitting in the car in your driveway as you crave that little bit more! I loved the assortment of families with their various characteristics and their continuous reappearance throughout the centuries. As an ex-pat, it took me home... I didn't want it to end...
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- Amelia Turner
- 27-08-2019
Good, but would rather read the book!
I love Edward Rutherford, having read The Forest. I think he is a very important writer, however I struggled to listen to this and would prefer to read the book
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- Debra
- 21-07-2018
well worth the time
magnificent work wonderfully told enjoyed every minute- if you have ever been to London it's a walk through history
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- Flintette
- 17-01-2021
Very Interesting.
Good narration. The story was written in away that made the history digestible and memorable.
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- Adam
- 15-10-2020
I cried because it ended
I have never been a huge book reader; not since I was a child, but this has ignited within me an insatiable hunger for literature specifically about history. Rutherford's narrative style - to entertain with fiction whilst to not only educate but enthrall with fact - is the most enriching and inspiring story telling experience I have ever had. This is is the first of his books that I have read and it is no question that I will purchase every other one. Andrew Wincott may perhaps seem plain if one is not truly listening to his words, but he is utterly masterful. He does not squeak, nor does he shout, but he emphasises, pauses and turns vocal corners with precision; painting the perfect film in a reader's head with naught but his voice. I was most of all incredibly impressed with his range of accents. As the history of London is - so this book has taught me - overwhelmingly rich in it's variety of peoples, so was his ability to represent them all vocally. I burst into tears when Andrew read that it was the end. I will be listening to this book many times yet. Thank you. So much.
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- Anonymous User
- 06-09-2020
GREAT STORY
well it's not my usual book as I work out doors and often like zombie apocalypse, spy and action books lol where it's more about the action and not so much the story. However during COVID I've been stuck at home unable to work, my wife suggested that I try something different. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone, so much so that my next book will also be an Edward Rutherford book about Russia... I'll no doubt return to my trusty action books when I return to work, but for now I'm very pleased with Eddy.
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- Maria Watt
- 06-06-2020
Brings history to life
As a Londonphile, I loved the story. The history of London is very well researched and brought to life. However I was annoyed by the author’s need to give detailed anatomical descriptions of all the female characters every time a new one was introduced: do we need to know what every woman’s breasts are like? I think the author needs to consider his female readers a little more. Also the narrator was not able to produce women’s voices well at all. Every woman was given hoarse whisper. However I prefer this narrator generally to all the others in the series.
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- AM
- 17-01-2020
LOVE IT!
Another great sweeping yarn that sweeps you up and takes you through the tumultuous history of the magnificent city of London, through the bloodlines of several divergent families - love this author...
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- Anonymous User
- 10-02-2019
London
A delightful narration of a thoroughly enjoyable book. Tracing the history of London through vignettes of those living within the place. History brought to life - an entertaining way to learn.
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- ms
- 13-03-2018
Excellent
wonderful tale of London brilliant story telling great history believable characters and nice balance of happy and sad.. more by this author please and superb narrator who always makes the difference
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- Roslyn Adams
- 19-03-2018
Wonderful
I'm not going to ramble on about this book. Thoroughly enjoyable especially if you have an interest in history. Well narrated and a pleasure to listen to.
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- Jody
- 27-04-2018
The Perfect Book
I have read this book many times and have anxiously awaited its release on Audible, so when I finally saw it I here I purchased it straight away. It’s beautiful. It immerses you in ways you’ll never imagine. If you’re even slightly interested in the History of London I highly recommend it. Each of the Author’s books are wonderful and never fail to keep you interested from start to finish. You won’t regret buying this for even one minute.
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- Dwiver
- 04-05-2018
Disappointed with narration
I think the idea of leading people through the history of London through various stories is really good. I learned a lot and it was good to relate modern features of London to history. My only reservation was the narration. When a character was speaking or thinking the narrator used an intense whisper that became increasingly annoying. I didn’t finish the book because I couldn’t listen to it anymore. I will try again because the story was good and I found it really interesting.
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- Kirstine
- 17-05-2018
A tour de force of historical fiction
This is an epic sweep of over 2000 years of British history brought to life by following the lives of fictional families across the generations. I enjoyed every one of the over 48 hours of recording narrated with verve and skill by Andrew Wincott whose voice will be familiar to those who listen to the Archers as he plays Adam Macy.
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- jeremy shelton
- 29-03-2018
my favourite book yet
I had been looking for an audio version of this book for ages, and when it appeared it was an instant purchase. each chapter is like a book in itself. you get attached to the characters in each one. it only gets slightly less enjoyable when it comes to the conversations about taxes and politics but these are necessary for an understanding of the social and political climate of the age in question. the narrator is excellent and I can't find any fault in the performance. I'd recommend this book as a must buy for anyone interested in historical fiction. And especially if you live in or near London. It'll make you look at your surroundings in a whole new light. five stars all the way!
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- Victoria
- 11-10-2019
A great, long listen
Just finished listening to London for the first time, but I know it will be a repeat feature in my audible library. Other reviews have criticised the audible narration and character development of this work, and this almost put me off. The narrator has a lovely, calm voice perfect for a historical epic which did not fail to hold my attention. While the length of time allocated to each character’s story is understandably less than say a single novel dedicated to one time this did not detract from my enjoyment. It felt almost like a long sequence of interconnected short stories and a history documentary combined into one which is perfect if you’re looking to learn a bit more about London’s history and looking for some easy listening. Strongly recommend this book.
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- adam200982
- 23-07-2018
An epic tale of the nation's capital
Edward Rutherford delivers a epic tale of the birth of london. Following the lives of 5 families Rutherford combines historical facts with master story telling to deliver a brilliant piece of work that will grip you from start to finish
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- Anonymous User
- 23-06-2018
History of London from its beginnings in 48 hours.
This book starts slowly, but quickly grabs you and although you are told that the family trees it describes are fictitious, you want to know what happens next. Although the stories are engaging, it is the plethora of dates, events and the consequences of history on the lives of people like you and me which makes this book exceptional.
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- Jane
- 19-06-2018
Exceptional
Everyone should read this book, it is fantastic. Please can you have more of the Author's books on audible. Paris is also a fabulous book, would be great to be able to listen to more
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