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British History for Dummies

By: Sean Lang
Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
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"My kind of history!" says Terry Jones (Monty Python) of British History for Dummies.

Putting history into a perspective, this is an engaging, entertaining and educational trip through time, packing in equal parts fun and facts. Recently updated, British History For Dummies introduces listeners to recent events, including British actions in Afghanistan, and David Cameron's formation of Britain's first coalition Cabinet since World War II.

But don't worry - British History For Dummies doesn't skimp on the old stuff! It's a riotous, irreverent account of the people and events that have shaped Britain. Always got those kings and queens confused? Never sure what happened when? You need this audiobook. You'll hear rip-roaring stories of power-mad kings, executions, invasions, high treason, global empire-building, and forbidden love - not bad for a nation of stiff upper lips.

With more than 250 million books in print and more than 1,800 titles, For Dummies is the most widely recognized and highly regarded reference series in the world. Since 1991, For Dummies has helped millions make everything easier. For Dummies audiobooks offer listeners proven experts presenting even the most complex subjects in plain English.

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brilliant listening, learned more than I ever did at school! well worth the time to listen.

bite sized British history!

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Does a great job of explaining the royal family tree!
Could have been a lot longer!

Actually makes sense!

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Fantastic narrator. Kept me hooked all the way through. Very easy listening. Thank you. 5 star

Awesome

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Best history lesson ever. It’s told as it was/is. This is the way I wish I had been taught.

Excellent

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fascinating account of how Britain evolved through the centuries up to and including more recent events or the 20th century. really well narrated... highly recommend.

fascinating history really well narrated.

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Excellent listen both informative and funny I would recommend. Plenty that will surprise and inform

History for Dummies

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I love it so much so entertaining and i found out so much you should read it!

Amazing

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Had read the book many years ago. I was surprised how much of it I had retained. No doubt due to the well written concise format.

Must read for anyone who needs a history lesson of what made us who we are today.

Excellent, brief, concise history

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I had a little interest in history but having listened to this audiobook, it jogged my memory of the little bit I knew and told me a great deal I didn’t. The narration is first class and an easy listen with a little humour. Would highly recommend.

Very enjoyable

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Excellent narrator. The topic was explained in great and understandable detail. Lots of really interesting information.

Very interesting topic. Easy to follow and very enjoyable.

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