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What It Was Like to be …
What It Was Like to be … (Book 7)
- Author
- David Long
- Narrator
- Mark Oosterveen
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 8 October 2026
- Run Time
- 1 hour 6 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
Walk in the footsteps of William the Conqueror with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long, who expertly unearths the captivating history, culture and legacy of the Norman era.
In 1066, William the Conqueror led a formidable army across the English Channel, changing the course of British history. Descended from fierce Viking raiders, the Normans became ruthless rulers who built monumental castles, established a new social order and merged their customs with those of the English people. From the grandeur of their fortresses to the harsh realities faced by the common people, discover the intricate tapestry of life during the Norman era.
Through vivid storytelling and captivating illustrations, this book invites young readers to explore the triumphs and trials of the Normans and understand their lasting impact on our world today.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Critics Review
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“David Long excels at telling intriguing stories from the past” – The Independent
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Details
- Author
- David Long
- Narrator
- Mark Oosterveen
- Duration
- 1 hour 6 minutes
- Release Date
- 8 October 2026
- ISBN
- 9780008801656
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories
Synopsis
Walk in the footsteps of William the Conqueror with Blue Peter Award winning author David Long, who expertly unearths the captivating history, culture and legacy of the Norman era. In 1066, William the Conqueror led a formidable army across the English Channel, changing the course of British history. Descended from fierce Viking raiders, the Normans became ruthless rulers who built monumental castles, established a new social order and merged their customs with those of the English people. From the grandeur of their fortresses to the harsh realities faced by the common people, discover the intricate tapestry of life during the Norman era. Through vivid storytelling and captivating illustrations, this book invites young readers to explore the triumphs and trials of the Normans and understand their lasting impact on our world today. Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
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