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The Rest Is HistoryFeb 10, 2022

150. Smuggling

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150. Smuggling mentions Tim to the Lighthouse by Edward Ardizzoni, Moonfleet, Winchelsea by Alex Preston, and Cornish Wrecking by Catherine J. Pierce with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Tim to the Lighthouse

Edward Ardizzoni

I actually had proper tears in my eyes the first time I read Tim to the Lighthouse to my son.

Moonfleet

Moonfleet is brilliant. I think that that speaks very poorly to your correspondence, literary taste, because it's an absolute. Cast iron masterpiece.

Winchelsea

Alex Preston

And it's been greeted with rapturous reviews.

Episode summary

Did you think smuggling in Britain was confined to the Jamaica Inn and the beaches of the Cornish coast? If so, you might want to listen to today's podcast, where Tom and Dominic are joined by author and smuggling oracle, Alex Preston. The discussion is wide-ranging, including wrecking, the Hawkhurst Gang and coastal militias. Alex's new book, Winchelsea, is available at all good book retailers. Join The Rest Is History Club for ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live streamed shows and access to an exclusive chatroom community. Producer: Dom Johnson Exec Producer: Jack Davenport *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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Tim to the Lighthouse

Edward Ardizzoni

The host mentions 'Tim to the Lighthouse' as a significant literary reference to smuggling, highlighting its portraya…

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Moonfleet

The host mentions 'Moonfleet' as a significant literary work that shapes the public's perception of smugglers. They a…

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Winchelsea

Alex Preston

The host mentioned 'Winchelsea' to highlight its connection to the theme of smuggling, which is the focus of the epis…

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Cornish Wrecking

Catherine J. Pierce

The host mentions 'Cornish Wrecking' to clarify misconceptions about the historical practice of wrecking in Cornwall.…

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All the Devils Are Here

The host mentions 'All the Devils Are Here' as a brilliant novel that explores the darker aspects of the Kent coast's…

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Jamaica Inn

Daphne du Maurier

The host discusses how our perception of smugglers is heavily influenced by fictional works, particularly mentioning…

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Brilliant book

John Hemingway

The host mentions 'Tim to the Lighthouse' as a personal favorite that introduces the concept of smuggling through a f…

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The conversation centers on smuggling in literature.
A second recurring theme is Cornish wrecking history.
Referenced books include Tim to the Lighthouse by Edward Ardizzoni and Moonfleet.
The strongest audience signal points to Parents and educators looking for meaningful children's literature. and Readers interested in historical fiction and the cultural impact of literature on societal perceptions..

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smuggling in literature(3)Cornish wrecking history(1)smuggling and historical context(1)smuggling in British history(1)smuggling literature(1)

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Highly Recommended(4)Deep Dive(2)Passing Reference(1)

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Parents and educators looking for meaningful children's literature.Readers interested in historical fiction and the cultural impact of literature on societal perceptions.Readers interested in historical fiction and smuggling narratives.Historians and readers interested in maritime historyReaders interested in historical fiction and social issuesReaders interested in the historical context of smuggling and its portrayal in literature.

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Tim to the Lighthouse

Edward Ardizzoni

Best for Parents and educators looking for meaningful children's literature.Often cited around smuggling in literature

“The speaker mentions first encountering smuggling in 'Tim to the Lighthouse' and describes it as a brilliant book that evokes strong emotions when read to children.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: smuggling in literature

For: Parents and educators looking for meaningful children's literature.

Key quote: “I actually had proper tears in my eyes the first time I read Tim to the Lighthouse to my son.”

The host mentions 'Tim to the Lighthouse' as a significant literary reference to smuggling, highlighting its portrayal of a smuggling gang. The emotional connection the host has with the book, especially in sharing it with his children, underscores its impact and value as a teaching tool.

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Moonfleet

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and the cultural impact of literature on societal perceptions.Often cited around smuggling in literature

“Moonfleet, published 1899, reflects nostalgia for a time when the local squire was powerful and noble ruffians did good things. The end of the novel is described as extraordinary and beautiful.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: smuggling in literature

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and the cultural impact of literature on societal perceptions.

Key quote: “Moonfleet is brilliant. I think that that speaks very poorly to your correspondence, literary taste, because it's an absolute. Cast iron masterpiece.”

The host mentions 'Moonfleet' as a significant literary work that shapes the public's perception of smugglers. They argue that much of our understanding of smuggling is influenced by fiction, particularly by authors like Daphne du Maurier.

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Winchelsea

Alex Preston

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and smuggling narratives.Often cited around smuggling literature

“The mention of the Hawkhurst Gang inspired Alex Preston's novel, Winchelsea, which is being discussed in the context of smuggling.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: smuggling literature

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and smuggling narratives.

Key quote: “And it's been greeted with rapturous reviews.”

The host mentioned 'Winchelsea' to highlight its connection to the theme of smuggling, which is the focus of the episode. They praised the book's reception and described it as a thrilling blend of genres, making it a significant contribution to the discussion on smuggling.

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Cornish Wrecking

Catherine J. Pierce

Best for Historians and readers interested in maritime historyOften cited around Cornish wrecking history

“The speaker references 'Cornish Wrecking' as a book that clarifies misconceptions about wrecking in Cornwall, stating it effectively argues that it didn't happen.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: Cornish wrecking history

For: Historians and readers interested in maritime history

Key quote: “There is a fantastic book called Cornish Wrecking by Catherine J. Pierce, which absolutely put me straight on this because I really didn't.”

The host mentions 'Cornish Wrecking' to clarify misconceptions about the historical practice of wrecking in Cornwall. The book provides a thorough examination that debunks the myths surrounding this topic, emphasizing the lack of evidence for such activities.

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All the Devils Are Here

Best for Readers interested in historical fiction and social issuesOften cited around smuggling and historical context

“A novel that is recommended as a brilliant read, described as a memoir of the Kent coast.”

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended

Trigger: smuggling and historical context

For: Readers interested in historical fiction and social issues

Key quote: “it's a brilliant book, fabulous novel.”

The host mentions 'All the Devils Are Here' as a brilliant novel that explores the darker aspects of the Kent coast's history. They emphasize its impact in revealing the brutality and complexities of smuggling and criminality in a historical context.

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Jamaica Inn

Daphne du Maurier

Best for Readers interested in the historical context of smuggling and its portrayal in literature.Often cited around smuggling in literature

“Our image of smuggling comes from one, I would say, Moonfleet and Jamaica Inn.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive

Trigger: smuggling in literature

For: Readers interested in the historical context of smuggling and its portrayal in literature.

Key quote: “I would say, Moonfleet and Jamaica Inn.”

The host discusses how our perception of smugglers is heavily influenced by fictional works, particularly mentioning 'Jamaica Inn' as a significant contributor to this narrative. They aim to explore the historical realities of smuggling versus the romanticized versions presented in novels.

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Brilliant book

John Hemingway

Best for Parents and educators interested in children's literatureOften cited around smuggling in British history

“The speaker describes a novel as a brilliant book and a fabulous novel, indicating its quality and impact.”

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: smuggling in British history

For: Parents and educators interested in children's literature

Key quote: “Isn't it a brilliant book?”

The host mentions 'Tim to the Lighthouse' as a personal favorite that introduces the concept of smuggling through a fictional narrative. This reference serves to illustrate how literature can reflect historical themes, even if the specific events depicted may not be entirely accurate.

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