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The World Crisis 1911-18
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- chris
- 12-13-09
Excellent presentation of a classic work
This is an excellent reading of this work.(Nobody does Churchill quite like Christian Rodska.)
The work is an interesting but somewhat self serving view of the First world war from Churchills perspective. He had access to many documents denied to other historians initially and made good use of them.It is a nice contrast to listen to this in conjunction with Massies "Castles of Steel" which gives a different perspective on Churchills role as First Sea Lord.
My only real quibble is that it isn't made clear that this is an unabridged reading of the abridged version!(Which is in fact far more readable than the full edition.)
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- Graham
- 02-03-10
Living History
I recently listened to Roy Jenkins' excellent biography of Churchill. This re-awakened my interest in the man (WSC) to the extent that I wanted to hear an account of his life and times in his own words. Like most people I have known him as the great statesman and warlord of popular legend and also that he had been a prolific writer. However, never having previously read any of his works I had not gathered what a brilliant writer he was into the bargain. This account of WW1 and its origins, given from WSC's personal perspective, is infomative, authoritative and utterly compelling. It practically fizzes with energy and life, thanks in no small part to a masterly reading of the text by Christian Rodska. I gained an entirely new perspective on that grim, Great War - hands up those who knew of the German Navy's bombardment Hartlepool, Whitby and Scarborough in December 1914 - and I was utterly intrigued by the inside account of the exercise of power in the great days of Cabinet Government and Parliamentary Democracy. By comparison with today's tawdry governance in the UK we have a vivid illustration of what we have lost in the past 100 years.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-24-19
wonderful <br />
could not have picked a better narrator. I felt as if it could have been Churchill himself reading to me. A marvellous performance throughout
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- R Fraser
- 10-06-17
Everyone should read this book!
A personal account, read with great verve, giving insight into a great mind. Entertaining at times, educational at others, always interesting.
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- Broken iPod owner
- 10-09-14
MASTERPIECE MASTERPIECE MASTERPIECE
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
If Williams Shakespeare had the insight of a major philosopher, and stood on the sidelines of an amazing world event, this would be the prose written
What was one of the most memorable moments of The World Crisis 1911-18?
The mastery of language by Churchill is probably the high point, but that of course runs all the way through
What does Christian Rodska bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
I'm freed up to do hours and hours of other things by it being audio and not print, but the narrator's manner helps deliver the cadences of Churchill that might be lost on reading, much in the same way a professional actor helps Shakespeare digest more easily. I don't really like his voice, but it is right for the book
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
something over-flowery about the path into World War I, because that is what sells a film
Any additional comments?
this is really a great book for anyone who wants a view on a massive part of world history from a master historian's perspective, written in wonderful English, but it commands concentration to get the most from it. Not for my bedtime or normal chores - for long walks
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- J Edwards
- 02-09-15
Outstanding and essential history account
Played it at 1/2 speed on device. Much more Churchillian like and easier to grasp the multitude of facts.
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- A. Curtis
- 09-03-19
Wonderful
A fantastic start to another Churchill series. I had previously listened to the WWII books and this is much in the same vein. Churchill has such a vivid and enthusiastic writing style. This book covers a lot of the naval areas of the lead up and initial stages of the war and this was all new to me. Also it's worth pointing out the the reading from Christian Rodska is nothing short of brilliant. His Churchill voice really makes you believe the great man is speaking to you. Onto the next part!
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- Arnfinn Rong
- 02-19-19
PERFECT READER!!!
An absolute unique performance; in an unusual approach to producing an audiobook, this recording have the history and the book, by Winston Churchill, rendered in a true, real-life voice approach by performer Christian Rodska. What could easily have turned into a farce, the marvelous performance by reader Rodska, not only saves the book, but brings the life and times of Winston Churchill so instantly into his own entire story of WW1. The book is a masterpiece of valuable first-hand insight by Churchill. The reading is a unique reenactment of Churchill himself in the given time-period of the history.
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- Gra59
- 12-20-18
Fascinating insight to the lead up to WW1
Absolutely fascinating insight into the start of WW1 and the naval actions that followed. The book also gives an the reader an understanding into the personalities of the men involved and their reasoning which lead to the actions that they took.
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- Justin Feltham
- 06-21-18
epic
super epic telling from a detailed source. completely bias, unforgivingly self-aggrandizing. but epic to the extreme
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- Lara and dave
- 02-26-17
good historical book
a good historical book relaxing voice takes you back enjoyable book not yet colected all as yet0
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- La Fitch
- 12-17-18
W.S.C. at his best
Politics has not really changed this books helps you understand the politics of this period and the thinking at the time you also realise that modern politics are not much different only the stakes were higher?.
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- Mr. A. M. O'donnell
- 10-22-17
Full of great insights.
Fascinating and not at all staid. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this title. Churchill's narrative is engrossing and beautifully written. Being so close to the seat of power in the UK , he was able to recount events with great authority. I will be purchasing the rest of this series.
Also Christian Rodska does a tremendous job as narrator, he sounds splendidly Churchillian.
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- Kevin
- 10-24-16
Highly recommend
The account of WW1 from the point of view of Winston Churchill is a fascinating read/listen. Churchill's writing is excellent, keeping the listener engaged and entertained throughout the whole story. The beginning was a bit difficult to get through as you are thrown in amongst the turmoil leading up to the war, with many names and countries that were unfamiliar. Also, the political going ons are a bit monotonous, but once Arch Duke Franz Ferdinand is assassinated, it becomes highly entertaining.
Christian Rodska"s narration is excellent and I have to remind myself that it isn't Churchill himself speaking.