The Historic Thames
Hilaire Belloc
In The Historic Thames, Hilaire Belloc offers a richly woven exploration of the River Thames, blending history, geography, and personal reflection. Tracing the river’s course from its source to the sea, Belloc illuminates the landscapes, towns, and events that shaped England’s cultural and political identity. With lyrical prose and keen historical insight, he connects the river’s physical presence to the broader narrative of English civilization, emphasizing its role in trade, warfare, religion, and daily life. Rooted in his deep appreciation for tradition and place, the book is both a travelogue and a meditation on the enduring spirit of England. Combining scholarship with literary charm, The Historic Thames invites readers to see the past embedded in the land itself.
Duration - 5h 2m.
Author - Hilaire Belloc.
Narrator - Finian Silverwood.
Published Date - Thursday, 09 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Interactive Media ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
In The Historic Thames, Hilaire Belloc offers a richly woven exploration of the River Thames, blending history, geography, and personal reflection. Tracing the river’s course from its source to the sea, Belloc illuminates the landscapes, towns, and events that shaped England’s cultural and political identity. With lyrical prose and keen historical insight, he connects the river’s physical presence to the broader narrative of English civilization, emphasizing its role in trade, warfare, religion, and daily life. Rooted in his deep appreciation for tradition and place, the book is both a travelogue and a meditation on the enduring spirit of England. Combining scholarship with literary charm, The Historic Thames invites readers to see the past embedded in the land itself. Duration - 5h 2m. Author - Hilaire Belloc. Narrator - Finian Silverwood. Published Date - Thursday, 09 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Interactive Media ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
Duration:00:19:53
Chapter 2
Duration:00:19:38
Chapter 3
Duration:00:19:57
Chapter 4
Duration:00:19:12
Chapter 5
Duration:00:19:53
Chapter 6
Duration:00:20:26
Chapter 7
Duration:00:19:39
Chapter 8
Duration:00:20:05
Chapter 9
Duration:00:19:49
Chapter 10
Duration:00:19:44
Chapter 11
Duration:00:20:06
Chapter 12
Duration:00:20:01
Chapter 13
Duration:00:20:33
Chapter 14
Duration:00:20:09
Chapter 15
Duration:00:19:28
Chapter 16
Duration:00:04:23