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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

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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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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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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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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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Very Interesting.

Good narration.

The story was written in away that made the history digestible and memorable.

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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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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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incredible book for history nerds

i attempted this book months ago and it was slow to start so i gave up but the reviews forced me to review my earlier haste and i’m thankful i did. brilliant summary of volumes and volumes of history

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I can’t wait to visit London again

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!!!

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I enjoyed reading the novel more

Maybe it’s just me, but I read the novel when it was first released and enjoyed the written version more than the audio book.

I have no criticism of the narrator nor the plot … I just found it too long to manage as an audio book. Some novels translate to the audio version better than others and I’d prefer the hard copy in this instance.

Just a personal opinion and I mean no disrespect to the author and narrator both of whom do an excellent job.

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