Looking Back
A Historian's Intimate Journey Through Time and MemoryBy Seymour John Sir Fortescue
Length9h 17m
About this audiobook
In "Looking Back," Seymour John Sir Fortescue presents a poignant exploration of memory and reflection, interweaving personal narrative with historical analysis. The book employs a lyrical and introspective literary style that captures the nuances of time, ultimately examining the impact of personal and collective histories on identity. Fortescue's insightful prose bridges the past and present, revealing how the echoes of history shape contemporary realities while inviting readers to ponder their own reflections on time. Sir Fortescue, a distinguished historian and author, has long been engrossed in the intricate interplay between history and personal experience. His extensive academic background, particularly in British history, informs the narrative, elevating it beyond a mere memoir to a comprehensive analysis of historical contexts. Fortescue's unique position enables him to draw connections between individual experiences and broader societal changes, illuminating the significant yet often overlooked details of our collective past. "Looking Back" is a must-read for those who appreciate the art of storytelling fused with historical inquiry. It not only appeals to fans of memoir and history but also invites anyone interested in exploring the profound implications of memory on personal and societal levels. Fortescue's reflections are likely to resonate, encouraging readers to engage in their own process of looking back and understanding.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length9 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 20, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
10CHAPTER XI: KING EDWARD’S FOREIGN TOUR
2CHAPTER III: THE DARDANELLES IN 1878
11CHAPTER XII: MARIENBAD AND OTHER HEALTH RESORTS
3CHAPTER IV: EGYPT IN 1882
12CHAPTER XIII: SOME RECOLLECTIONS OF AN EQUERRY
4CHAPTER V: FROM GALATZ TO SOUAKIM VIA LONDON
13CHAPTER XIV: MORE RECOLLECTIONS OF AN EQUERRY
5CHAPTER VI: THE CHANNEL FLEET AND MEDITERRANEAN STATION
14CHAPTER XV: A VISIT TO THE NITRATE FIELDS
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6CHAPTER VII: THE ROYAL YACHT
15CHAPTER XVI: 1910
7CHAPTER VIII: EQUERRY TO THE PRINCE OF WALES
16AFTERWORD: THE END
8CHAPTER IX: ON THE HEADQUARTER STAFF IN SOUTH AFRICA
17FOOTNOTES:
9CHAPTER X: SOME SCOTTISH HOUSES
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