Author : David Mitchell
Length : 11h39
Narrated by : David Mitchell
Category : History
Possibility of free reading : YES
In "Unruly", David Mitchell delves into the peculiarities of England's royalty, revealing that beneath their authoritative personas, many were as quirky and eccentric in their day-to-day lives as their portraits suggest today.
Starting from the legendary King Arthur (spoiler: more myth than man), David narrates the evolution of post-Roman England right through to the end of Elizabeth I's rule (spoiler: her time does conclude). The journey is filled with egoists, questionable decisions, rampant executions, bureaucratic revolts, internal conflicts, and the tale of one particular Cnut. The commoners transitioned from merely losing their produce to the mightiest local warlord to willingly submitting and offering tributes to a god-given monarch.
David masterfully addresses the hows, whos, and the relevance of these stories to contemporary Britain, delivering his insights with flair, humor, and the depth of someone who once immersed himself in historical studies - and remains unafraid to call out history's blunders.
"Unruly" offers comedic insight into a grave topic and caters to those curious about Britain's path to the present - and the architects behind it.
Unruly by David Mitchell is a fuckin great audiobook
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Dive deep into the captivating and poignant narrative of "Unruly", meticulously woven by the renowned author, David Mitchell. This tapestry of words beckons readers into an intricate exploration of life's complexities and revelations.
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