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A Distant Mirror Summary Audiobook

Barbara Wertheim Tuchman

The calamitous 14th century

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Author: Barbara Wertheim Tuchman

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780394400266

Language: English

Publish Date: 21/09/1978

Audiobook length: 31min

Contents

Chapter 1Overview
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Chapter 2Coucy’s background: a prominent European noble family
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Chapter 3The rise of Coucy: how turbulent times shaped him
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Chapter 4The fall of Coucy: schism in the Church and the Crusades
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Chapter 5Summary & Review
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Who should listen A Distant Mirror

The summary audiobook of "A Distant Mirror" by Barbara Wertheim Tuchman is ideal for history enthusiasts, students, and lifelong learners who seek to understand the complexities of the 14th century, particularly in the context of the Black Death, social upheaval, and the rise of individualism. It’s particularly relevant for listeners interested in drawing parallels between historical events and contemporary issues. Additionally, anyone looking for an engaging yet concise overview of Tuchman's insights and narratives about the human experience during a tumultuous era will find this summary valuable.

3 quotes from A Distant Mirror

  • "In the long run, what we gain from history is a recognition of the patterns of human behavior and the lessons it can teach us, illuminating the present as well as the past."
  • "The relative equality of man’s rights and relationships is sustainable only when there is a greater common purpose to which individuals can dedicate themselves."
  • "History is a vast early warning system, allowing us glimpses of future outcomes based on the decisions we make today."

Author : Barbara Wertheim Tuchman

Barbara Wertheim Tuchman was a famous American historian and writer. She won the Pulitzer Prize twice for her book The Guns of August and Stilwell and the American Experience in China, 1911-45. Tuchman specialized in taking a literary approach to the writing of history, depicting both big pictures and details. Her writing is full of drama and imagery, and her books are acclaimed for their use of references from an extensive library of historical texts and her evocative discussions and reflections.

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