Living History: Experiencing Great Events of the Ancient and Medieval Worlds
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Robert Garland
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Macedonia, 336 B.C.E. - King Philip II is murdered under mysterious circumstances amid a cloud of intrigue.
Constantinople, 532 C.E. - The Byzantine Emperor Justinian nearly abandons the city to an angry mob until his wife, Theodora, persuades him to stay.
France, 1095 C.E. - Pope Urban II gives a speech that inspires thousands of his subjects to embark on a crusade to Jerusalem.
Time and again, moments shape history. We often examine history from a distant vantage, zooming in on a few kings and battles. But history is made up of individuals who were as alive in their time as we are today. Pausing on a few key individuals and magnifying specific moments in their lives allows us to experience history in a whole new way-as a vibrant story, full of life.
Living History: Great Events of the Ancient and Medieval Worlds takes you back in time and throws a spotlight on two dozen turning points where the tide of history changes irrevocably. These 24 dramatic lectures examine key events from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to medieval Europe and Asia. Spanning thousands of years and three continents, this course illuminates fascinating historical dramas on the individual scale.
More than covering great events that change the contours of history, Professor Garland takes you into the scene and allows you to hear what he terms the "heartbeat of history". Rather than merely reviewing the facts of events such as the Battle of Marathon, the arrest and trial of Jesus, and the coronation of Charlemagne, you'll engage with a variety of firsthand accounts and authentic primary and secondary sources to experience what it was like to live these events as they occurred. From reports by historians such as Herodotus and Livy to official scrolls and administrative records, these eyewitness sources and ancient documents take you back in time through the eyes of people who were there.
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- bumf
- 04-09-24
Very well done
Really interesting lecturer. Easy to access and good pick of historical moments. I really enjoyed
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- Andyjn
- 23-10-22
A good look at history
I found this to be an interesting and informative set of lectures. Mr garland is an excellent lecturer.
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- Just a reader
- 30-07-22
Lovely course!
This is an interesting course, filled with great stories, told by an engaging professor. Although some bits may seem anecdotal, they are all based on solid academic research. All in all this was fun and educational; what more could you ask for?
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- Amazon Customer
- 08-07-22
great really enjoyed this
really good, informative and interesting without being overbearing and pompous, well worth a listen
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- Mr A E Turpin
- 25-11-16
Great story telling!
I challenge you to find a person more passionate about their subject than Prof Robert Garland.
It's not just his knowledge of the subject that is staggering but how he lives and breathes the lives of the people he is talking about.
You can hear the passion for his subject in every word. It's simply inspiring.
This is the second of Prof Roberts lectures I've listened to and I'm eager to listen to more.
Really fantastic!
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- Amazon Customer
- 08-10-23
History told as a story
Thank you so much for all your hard work and dedication, you have not looked back but taken my imagination back in time.
Life is short, do good
Pete Bishop Ponte
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- Dr J R McGarry
- 04-02-23
Excellent as ever!
Prof Garland once again leads us as a knowing guide to the moments where history turns. He makes a personable and insightful one. Totally recommend. I want to say more but don’t want to give away any of the drama that awaits you on this journey!
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- Mr. T. Gettins
- 03-08-17
A superficial, PC-tainted version of history.
The earlier episodes were interesting, if unexceptional.
However; when Garland approaches more recent historical events he retreats into abject apologetic.
Not recommended.
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