England Since Waterloo

England Since Waterloo

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England Since Waterloo episodes

  • In the Days of the Comet-H. G. Wells
    H.G. Wells' "In the Days of the Comet" explores profound themes of transformation and the human experience in the face of cosmic change. The narrative delves into the impact of a comet's passage on society and individual consciousness, prompting a reevaluation of values and perspectives. This thought-provoking work remains relevant today as it invites listeners to consider the nature of progress, the potential for renewal, and the enduring quest for understanding in a rapidly changing world. Wells’ insightful commentary on humanity’s struggles and aspirations resonates with contemporary audiences, making this audiobook a timeless exploration of hope and the possibility of a brighter future.

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    9 hr 51 min
  • 052 - Ch 26 Epilogue 1885-1901--Democracy and Empire--Close of the Victorian Era Pt 2
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

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    33 min
  • 051 - Ch 26 Epilogue 1885-1901--Democracy and Empire--Close of the Victorian Era Pt 1
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

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    39 min
  • 050 - Ch 25 The Gladstone Administration--Ireland and Egypt 1880-1885 Pt 2
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    32 min
  • 049 - Ch 25 The Gladstone Administration--Ireland and Egypt 1880-1885 Pt 1
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    33 min
  • 048 - Ch 24 Afghanistan and South Africa 1878-1880 Pt 2
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    27 min
  • 047 - Ch 24 Afghanistan and South Africa 1878-1880 Pt 1
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    33 min
  • 046 - Ch 23 The New Toryism--Imperium et Sanitas 1874-1878 Pt 2
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    42 min
  • 045 - Ch 23 The New Toryism--Imperium et Sanitas 1874-1878 Pt 1
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    45 min
  • 044 - Ch 22 Administrative Reform and Foreign Affairs 1868-1874 Pt 2
    England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a long tenure at Worcester College, Oxford, and a Conservative MP for fifteen years, Marriott explores the pivotal moments that transformed Britain after Napoleons defeat. He artfully illustrates how the once-dominant French ruler could not impede English maritime supremacy and how Wellingtons brilliance led to his ultimate fall. This work vividly encapsulates the essence and challenges of 19th-century Britain, concluding with Queen Victorias death in 1901. Readers will journey through the rise of science and industry, the birth of democracy, and the expansion of the Empire in this sweeping account of domestic reform and imperial ambition. - Summary by Pamela Nagami

    This episode includes AI-generated content.
    32 min

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England Since Waterloo by Sir John Arthur Ransome Marriott (1859-1945) is a captivating historical narrative that first graced the shelves in 1913 and has seen many editions since. A historian with a…