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A New History of the Middle Ages

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"Not only an engrossing read about the distant past, both informative and entertaining, but also a profoundly thought-provoking view of our not-really-so-‘new’ present . . . All medieval history is here, beautifully narrated . . . The vision takes in whole imperial landscapes but also makes room for intimate portraits of key individuals, and even some poems."—Wall Street Journal

"A lively history . . . [Jones] has managed to touch every major topic. As each piece of the puzzle is placed into position, the modern world gradually comes into view . . . Powers and Thrones provides the reader with a framework for understanding a complicated subject, and it tells the story of an essential era of world history with skill and style."—The New York Times

The New York Times bestselling author returns with an epic history of the medieval world—a rich and complicated reappraisal of an era whose legacy and lessons we are still living with today.

When the once-mighty city of Rome was sacked by barbarians in 410 and lay in ruins, it signaled the end of an era—and the beginning of a thousand years of profound transformation. In a gripping narrative bursting with big names—from St Augustine and Attila the Hun to the Prophet Muhammad and Eleanor of Aquitaine—Dan Jones charges through the history of the Middle Ages. Powers and Thrones takes listeners on a journey through an emerging Europe, the great capitals of late Antiquity, as well as the influential cities of the Islamic West, and culminates in the first European voyages to the Americas.

The medieval world was forged by the big forces that still occupy us today: climate change, pandemic disease, mass migration, and technological revolutions. This was the time when the great European nationalities were formed; when the basic Western systems of law and governance were codified; when the Christian Churches matured as both powerful institutions and the regulators of Western public morality; and when art, architecture, philosophical inquiry and scientific invention went through periods of massive, revolutionary change.

The West was rebuilt on the ruins of an empire and emerged from a state of crisis and collapse to dominate the world. Every sphere of human life and activity was transformed in the thousand years covered by Powers and Thrones. As we face a critical turning point in our own millennium, Dan Jones shows that how we got here matters more than ever.

©2021 Dan Jones (P)2021 Penguin Audio
Medioevo Militar Oeste Europa Occidental Italia Imperialismo Cruzada Inspirador Historia antigua Medieval History
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“Despite the immensity of the task, renowned historian Jones makes the 1,000-year history of the Middle Ages accessible and utterly fascinating. He does so by consistently applying two techniques, strategic use of primary source material and relatable comparisons to modern times.... The book’s subtitle includes the word new, and deservedly so. This is a refreshing take on a long, complex period in the human story.” (Booklist)

“This gripping history manages to bring novelty to a well-trod subject, spanning the Dark Ages and the globe. Traversing crises and empires and shedding new light on famous subjects, this archive of a fascinating time enthralls till the final page.” (Newsweek)

“Jones covers 1,000 years of world history in this entertaining chronicle of the period between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Protestant Reformation. Throughout, Jones displays flashes of humor and reveals unexpected links between events and figures.... This richly detailed history will appeal to aficionados and newcomers alike.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

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Another Great book from Dan Jones

I was recommend this book from a podcast and didn't know what I was getting into. I enjoyed the whole book and the new information given was a relief to the dry history book I had to read in the past

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Dan nailed it on this one.

I’ve never considered myself a true Dan Jones fan until I started this. It is so well-written and the fact that he narrated it himself is so wonderful.
A genuine pleasure to listen to.

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the manner the author chose to breakdown the components of such a large historical period.

it was an excellent historical survey of a huge period of time. very enjoyable to me.

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Another historical winner

I was extremely impressed with the level of research. It’s obvious the time it took.

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Powers and Thrones

I enjoyed Power and Thrones. So much I didn’t know and more detail of history I do know

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Awesome review of Middle Ages

We’ll worth the time to listen, absorb and remind ourselves of poorly understood or taught but fascinating history of the Middle Ages. A must especially if you’re a fan of the brilliant and deeply researched series of books of historical fiction by Mary Kay Penman.

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Dan Jones is a treasure.

I always enjoy listening to Jones, who has a wry way with words and can explain complex history well and compellingly. Great listen.

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Love how Dan Jones tells history!

I have listened to a few of Dan Jones books now. He’s really good at explaining complicated history clearly. I learn so much!

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Absolutely Fantastic!

I devoured this audiobook. Dan Jones is great and I’m so fascinated with this era of history. The way he divided up so many different facets of history while still following in a chronological path forward felt very effortless and you can tell he put a lot of thought into the structure of his book. Highly recommend!

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Another great narrative from Jones

Much like his other works, a narrative for the masses. Highly readable and greatly entertaining.

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