The Rest Is HistoryOct 25, 2021

111. Golden Ages

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Notable books mentioned: History by Thucydides, How Hitler Killed the Devil by Tom Holland, How Martin Luther Would Rule Twitter by Tom Holland, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon

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Thucydides

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How Hitler Killed the Devil

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How Martin Luther Would Rule Twitter

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Oh, to be Dutch in the seventeenth century. Or Roman in 150 AD. Or British in the 1990's. Tom and Dominic debate the merits of various "Golden Ages" in history, and ask whether we might have seen the last. *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook

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Thucydides

Best for Historians and students of historyOften cited around concept of golden ages

“Thucydides' book, his history, is essentially an account of how over optimism based on a sense that they were living through a golden age dragged Athens into war.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: concept of golden ages

For: Historians and students of history

Key quote: “So, in other words, what makes a golden age a golden age is nothing necessarily to do with the age itself, but the age that follows it.”

The host discusses the complexities of defining a golden age, referencing historical periods and their retrospective evaluations. Thucydides' work is mentioned as a foundational text that informs the understanding of historical narratives and the cyclical nature of perceived greatness.

ASIN: 1546663320

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How Hitler Killed the Devil

Tom Holland

Best for Readers interested in historical analysis and contemporary commentary.Often cited around Contemporary history analysis

“The excerpt mentions reading Tom Holland's piece titled 'How Hitler killed the devil' as part of the content available on Unheard.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Contemporary history analysis

For: Readers interested in historical analysis and contemporary commentary.

Key quote: “You can read Tom Holland on How Hitler killed the devil.”

The host briefly mentions the book 'How Hitler Killed the Devil' while discussing the contributions of historians to the online magazine Unheard. This reference serves to highlight the quality of writing available on the platform, including works by notable historians.

ASIN: 0345283694

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How Martin Luther Would Rule Twitter

Tom Holland

Best for Readers interested in historical perspectives on modern issues.Often cited around Tom Holland's writings

“The excerpt references another piece by Tom Holland titled 'How Martin Luther Would rule Twitter' that can be read on Unheard.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: Tom Holland's writings

For: Readers interested in historical perspectives on modern issues.

Key quote: “The excerpt references another piece by Tom Holland titled 'How Martin Luther Would rule Twitter' that can be read on Unheard.”

The host briefly mentions Tom Holland's piece to highlight its relevance in contemporary discussions. It serves as a modern reflection on historical themes and their application today.

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The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire

Edward Gibbon

Best for history enthusiasts and studentsOften cited around impression of Rome

“The speaker reflects on their impression of Rome during the time of Trajan, influenced by reading Gibbon's work as a teenager.”

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Trigger: impression of Rome

For: history enthusiasts and students

Key quote: “influenced by reading Gibbon's work as a teenager.”

The host mentions Gibbon's book to illustrate their early fascination with Rome. This reading experience shaped their understanding of the historical context during Trajan's reign.

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