Life and Death of King John by William Shakespeare audiobook.

Genre: history

Step into a world of thunderous pageantry, razor‑edged political intrigue and heart‑wrenching familial betrayal with an audiobook rendition of Shakespeare’s “Life and Death of King John.” As you press play, a chorus of skilled narrators brings to life every triumph and downfall of England’s embattled monarch, capturing the sting of backroom conspiracies, the gravitas of royal proclamations, and the intimate despair of a king betrayed by blood. Shakespeare’s sumptuous verse—alive with caustic wit, soaring rhetoric and unforgettable imagery—resounds with renewed urgency when spoken aloud, making every oath, lament and triumph pulse with the urgency of a nation trembling on the brink of civil war. You’ll feel the echo of clashing armies, the solemn hush of midnight councils and the searing aftershocks of a father’s grief as Queen Eleanor’s broken faith in her son unfolds in tragic splendor. Whether you’re discovering this lesser‑known jewel of the Bard’s crown or returning to its timeless power, listening to “King John” transforms each scene into a vivid spectacle, immersing you in a saga of power, loyalty and the fragile line between life and death.

Chapters (Approximate)

(00:00:00) Chapter 1

(00:03:01) Chapter 2

(00:19:13) Chapter 3

(00:52:32) Chapter 4

(01:28:06) Chapter 5

(01:58:51) Chapter 6

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