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Hardcore HistoryFebruary 11, 2000
Show 41 5 Extra Thor S Angels
Book mentions
4 book mentions in this episode.
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Books Mentioned
1984
George Orwell
“The speaker mentions Orwell and 1984 in the context of discussing the medieval mindset and how it contrasts with the Greek and Roman world.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: totalitarian societies comparison
For: listeners interested in historical comparisons and political philosophy
Key quote: “it reminds you of like a north korea today or really it reminds you of almost some of the totalitarian states in the 20th century where thoughts were criminalized and you had to go to reeducation camps or worse if you thought the wrong way”
The host references '1984' to illustrate the similarities between medieval thought control and modern totalitarian regimes. This comparison highlights the dangers of a society where thoughts are monitored and regulated, drawing parallels to Orwell's depiction of a dystopian future.
ASIN: 605746222X
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“A book that discusses how the monks in Europe helped save civilization, while also acknowledging the contributions of Byzantine and Islamic scholars.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: dark ages mindset
For: Readers interested in historical preservation and cultural contributions
Key quote: “there was a book that came out a decade or two ago called how the irish saved civilization”
The host mentions 'How the Irish Saved Civilization' to highlight the role of monks in preserving classical texts during the dark ages. While the book emphasizes the Irish contribution, the host acknowledges that other cultures, including Byzantine and Islamic scholars, also played significant roles in this preservation.
ASIN: B076TDX9YV
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Before the Dawn
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“The author discusses a book called Before the Dawn, which looks at DNA evidence on human history and touches on the topic of Jewish intelligence.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Jewish intelligence and evolution
For: Individuals interested in genetics, history, and sociology.
Key quote: “I read a book that was fabulous and interesting.”
The host mentions 'Before the Dawn' to discuss the author's exploration of DNA evidence related to human history and intelligence. This book provides a controversial perspective on how historical discrimination may have influenced the intelligence of certain Jewish populations in Europe.
ASIN: B0G1P51R8S
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Charlemagne, Father of a Continent
Alessandra Barbaro
“The excerpt discusses Barbaro's book which provides insights into the logistics and capabilities of the Frankish Army during Charlemagne's campaigns.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Logistics of Frankish Army
For: Historians and military enthusiasts
Key quote: “The military columns stretched out for many miles along the Roman roads that crossed the empire before entering enemy territory on roads that were often considerably worse, or even non-existent.”
The host highlights the logistical challenges faced by Charlemagne's Frankish armies during their campaigns, emphasizing the sophistication of their operations. The mention of Alessandra Barbaro's book serves to illustrate the scale and complexity of military logistics in the medieval period.
ASIN: B00B7NDF7E
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