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London

By: Edward Rutherfurd
Narrated by: Andrew Wincott
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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.

©2018 Edward Rutherfurd (P)2018 Hodder & Stoughton Limited Historical Fiction Fiction England Middle Ages
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A tapestry of characters make for an interesting story. Having previously read the book, I thoroughly enjoyed revisiting the story, history and characters and loved the narrator’s interpretation of the characters.

A generational journey through time

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magnificent work wonderfully told enjoyed every minute- if you have ever been to London it's a walk through history

well worth the time

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Having visited London many times this book gave some colour to the various landmarks. Written at a personal level such as to give a down to earth prospective.

Excellent background to a very intriguing City.

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I really enjoyed Rutherford’s historic tale ambling through England’s history.
The narrator had an ideal voice for the book.
It was a pleasant, relaxing audiobook to listen too.

Fascinating from start to finish

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I read Sarum a year or two ago and thought I would try London. I am so glad I did. The story of the people and place are so beautifully interwoven. It makes you realise how much don’t know bout our own stories.

Wonderful story, beautifully told

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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

Good, but would rather read the book!

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Edward Rutherfurd didn’t disappoint, as always! Fantastic story line, great historical detail, colorful characters. Great narration too, though I did follow the advice of other readers and did 1.25 speed playback. It was great.

Amazing as always

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I thoroughly enjoyed every minute. It’s an epic saga - but of course it would be. Great narration & entertaining throughout.

London

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And visit as many of the places mentioned as I can! I have enjoyed every minute of this book, loved all the characters, well almost lol! I was initially daunted by its length but now I’ve listened to it I want more! Awesome loved it!!!

I can’t wait to visit London again

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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.

I cried because it ended

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