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A History of Modern Britain

By: Andrew Marr
Narrated by: David Timson
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A History of Modern Britain confronts head-on the victory of shopping over politics. It tells the story of how the great political visions of New Jerusalem or a second Elizabethan Age, rival idealisms, came to be defeated by a culture of consumerism, celebrity and self-gratification.

In each decade political leaders think they know what they are doing but find themselves confounded. Every time the British people turn out to be stroppier and harder to herd than predicted.

Throughout, Britain is a country on the edge - first of invasion, then of bankruptcy, then on the vulnerable front line of the Cold War and later in the forefront of the great opening up of capital and migration now reshaping the world.

This history follows all the political and economic stories but deals too with comedy, cars, the war against homosexuals, '60s anarchists, oil men and punks, Margaret Thatcher's wonderful good luck, political lies and the true heroes of British theatre.

©2009 Andrew Marr (P)2016 Macmillan Digital Audio 20th Century Europe Great Britain Modern Politics & Government World War Imperialism England Funny Thought-Provoking Winston Churchill Cold War Self-Determination Modern Britain

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Critic reviews

"Superb, colourful, outspoken, fresh and richly entertaining. Don't miss." ( The Times)
"Lively, full of rich anecdotes and sparkling pen portraits. He has the rare gift of being able to explain complex issues in a few crisp sentences." ( Sunday Telegraph)
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A rewarding run through the history of Britain. Well narrated and continuously interesting. Was a fan of Andrew Marr as a journalist, now know he makes a great author as well.

Fascinating and well researched

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Certainly the most accessible and yet still detailed summary of modern Britain one could hope to find. I'd encourage all Britons to listen to this audiobook!

A comprehensive and fascinating listen!

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Liked the wonderful overview of Britain’s history last and this century .Quite outstanding and inspiring.

The enormous range of Andrew Marr’s knowledge and his expertise at expressing it.

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Packed full of interesting anecdotes and insights into Britain's recent past, and woven together in a compelling way. It is a long listen, but a rewarding one.

Well presented and informative

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Comprehensive overview of recent UK history, with witty insight and a broad scope. Focuses more on politics than social history but still has a healthy amount of both.

Highly recommended

Excellent overview of recent British history

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very informative.
It jumps about a bit from era to era but all in all very well informed.

well informed

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This was my first Audible book and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Great structure, knowledge and entertainment from the author.

Very enjoyable listen.

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I have long been and admirer of Andrew Marr but this book exceeded my expectations. Having lived through the period that Marr describes, the book brings back vivid memories. The analysis is balanced and reflective, without bias. It's thoroughly recommended

Truly outstanding

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Great if you’re looking for a concise and opinionated (not dry) introduction to modern Britain. You can tell the narrator reads with interest and that really helps with the challenging subject!

Brilliantly written and well-narrated

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I really feel my knowledge has been enchanced by listening to this book. Andrew Marr's performance held my attention throughout. Great!

Eye Opening

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