Classic Audiobook Collection The History of Britain by John Milton ~ Full Audiobook [history]
Jan 17, 2024
This podcast explores the history of Britain, from ancient times to the Roman era. It delves into topics such as the origins of Britain's name, succession of kings, battles between Romans and Britons, conversion to Christianity, conflicts between different kingdoms, and the reigns of influential kings like Alfred and Edward the Elder. The podcast also discusses the downfall of unchaste abbess, the birth of an enlightening damsel, and the corrupt state of society. Learn all about Britain's fascinating history in this audiobook collection.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Ancient History of Britain and the Origins of its Name
02:40 • 5min
The Origins of Brutus and the Name Albion
07:55 • 21min
Complicated Love Affairs and Revenge in Ancient Britain
28:57 • 3min
The Lineage and Conquests of Ebronk: The Origins of Germany
31:35 • 3min
The Downfall of King Lear
34:23 • 8min
Succession of Kings and Uniting the Island
42:17 • 17min
Lineage, City Naming, and Reigns: The History of Britain
59:00 • 3min
The History of Britain: The Roman Era and the Decay of the Empire
01:01:50 • 2min
The Durability of Reputation and the Decline of Eloquence and Virtue
01:03:57 • 3min
Caesar's Conquest of Britain: Landing and Negotiations
01:06:40 • 17min
Battle of Britain
01:23:14 • 11min
Warlike Readiness and Daily Life of a Group of People
01:34:07 • 2min
The Roman Conquest and Influence on Ancient Britain
01:36:24 • 20min
Roman-Briton War Continues
01:56:19 • 21min
Military Victories and Reforms in Britain
02:17:03 • 3min
Promoting Civil Life, Education, and Fortification
02:20:05 • 2min
Roman Conquest of Britain
02:22:00 • 15min
King Lucius and the Propagation of Christian Faith
02:36:41 • 21min
The Birth and Rule of Constantine, Civil War, and Religious Disturbances in Britain
02:57:28 • 3min
Political and Military Events Under Martinus and Elypius
03:00:50 • 8min
Britain's Exposure to Barbarous Robbers and the Origin of the Scots
03:08:21 • 3min
Rise and Fall of Constantine
03:11:01 • 5min
The Unreliability of Historical Sources and the Importance of Self-Knowledge
03:16:02 • 14min
The Challenges of Liberty and the Downfall of the Britons
03:29:55 • 5min
The Romans' Aid and the Construction of a Stone Wall
03:35:18 • 6min
The Challenges Faced by the Church in Britain
03:41:24 • 10min
The Arrival of the Saxons
03:51:25 • 13min
Battles and Conquests
04:04:37 • 16min
Battles and Encounters: Victories and Defeats
04:21:04 • 15min
Critique of Power and Authority
04:36:27 • 4min
The Rise of Ethelbert of Kent and the Conversion to Christianity
04:40:17 • 18min
The Favor of Bertindi and the Teachings of Christianity
04:58:21 • 19min
The Conversion of King Edwin
05:17:03 • 20min
Oswee's Reign and Betrayal of Osween
05:36:42 • 22min
Adversities and Conquests
05:58:43 • 17min
Conflicts and Successions in Different Kingdoms
06:15:30 • 26min
Downfall of an Unchaste Abbess
06:41:04 • 13min
The Reigns of Eckbert and Ethel Wolf
06:54:25 • 17min
Bloody Battles and Conquests
07:11:29 • 12min
Alfred's Victory at Ethandune
07:23:33 • 15min
The Life and Reign of Alfred, Prince of Britain
07:38:36 • 3min
A Ruler's Commitment to Justice and Good Governance
07:41:14 • 2min
Edward the Elder and the Ambitious Ethelwald
07:43:41 • 22min
Battle Between King Edward and Anloff
08:05:59 • 7min
The Birth of the Enlightening Damsel and the Generous King
08:13:00 • 3min
The Reign of King Edmund
08:15:55 • 21min
The Lineage of Kings in Britain: From Edward to Edmund
08:36:27 • 5min
The Revival of Troubles and the Danish Invasions
08:41:29 • 22min
The Siege and Destruction of Canterbury
09:03:54 • 13min
The Return of the King and Defeat of Canoes
09:16:37 • 22min
King's Actions and Power Struggles
09:38:15 • 19min
The Marriage of Günildes and Edward's Ascendancy
09:57:25 • 21min
Fleet Set Forward to Sandrich
10:18:19 • 17min
The Battle and Aftermath
10:35:42 • 21min
Society and Biographies
10:56:17 • 5min
The Father of John Milton
11:01:13 • 19min
Extensive Education and Knowledge
11:20:33 • 3min
The Scholar's Life and Writing
11:23:14 • 2min
Aria Projittica's Life and Academic Pursuits
11:25:27 • 2min
Visiting Lady Margaret, Delayed Return, and Arguments for Divorce
11:27:35 • 2min
Writings, Plans, and Unexpected Events
11:29:51 • 2min
Reconciliation, New House, and Misconceptions
11:32:07 • 3min
The Author's Role in the New Commonwealth
11:34:40 • 9min
John Milton's Epic Poem 'Paradise Lost' and His Writing Process
11:44:09 • 2min
The Author's Ecclesiastical Affairs and Treatise Against Hirelings
11:46:36 • 7min
The Cost of Excusing and Learning Embroidery
11:53:35 • 2min
Dutch Ambassadors and Suspicious Agent
11:56:00 • 2min