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Johnson at 10
- Narrated by: Mark Elstob
- Length: 20 hrs and 13 mins
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After his sudden rise to power in the summer of 2019 amid the Brexit deadlock, Boris Johnson presided over the most dramatic period of British history in almost a century. From the controversial prorogation of Parliament in August 2019 to the historic landslide victory later that year, the agonising upheaval of Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic—and the scandals unleashed by both—the Afghanistan crisis, and the conflict in Ukraine, Johnson's premiership was more turbulent than any other in living memory.
This gripping work of contemporary history maps Johnson's time in power across ten decisive moments and sheds light on the most divisive and inscrutable prime minister since Margaret Thatcher. Based on major interviews with key aides and allies, Anthony Seldon and Raymond Newell give the first full account of Boris Johnson's explosive time in office.
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- Patricia White
- 05-07-23
Very good
Recent history but with much more background and insight makes this a very good book. There is so much to absorb - especially all the names and roles (which rapidly change) that I think I would prefer to read it hard copy.
I kind of agree with comments about the slightly “put on” narration (one or two giveaways eg “twennyone” slips through), but I didn’t mind it. What I found off-putting is that quite regularly a new paragraph is read as if part of the previous one, when it’s actually about someone different and I often had to rewind.
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- Heavy
- 28-10-23
Johnson at 10
An interesting insight into the other side of politics. How did this man get away with what he did first so long?
To me he was in “Boris Land” and once elected was untouchable.
Politicians not just in Westminster has its own rules.
It seems all that matters is climbing the greasy pole for your advancement.
If they the (politicians) more time sorting out the Uk ‘s problems our lives would be so much better.
As for Boris what did we expect he was already known for his life style, poor leadership and not taking advice from anyone.
What a shambles the country is left in and “Boris at 10” tells you this very openly.
In all a good read to much time in my view is spent on naming the key characters in the beginning. It seems to go on and on.
Yet I am glad I stayed with the book maybe it should be renamed “How not to be a Prime Minister”
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- phoeb23
- 05-09-23
The standard against which all audio books will be judged
1. Beautifully written
2. Fantastically researched
3. Exquisitely read by the perfect man for this book
Why can’t they all be like this? Why are so many other intelligent books read out for audio book by illiterate robots? This is the gold standard right here - audio book commissioners take note. A joyous listen.
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- jmf9
- 29-06-23
Superb excoriation of recent events and place Johnson where he should be- lost by his own actions
Place Johnson where he should be - lost by his own actions. So sad that we all have to pay the consequences.
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- K.
- 23-06-23
The truth of a liar
This useless man is not protected by the politeness of media, nor is he attacked unfairly. A useless entitled rather pitiful character became PM of a pitiful disillusioned country that left a third of the population in poverty and despair. Johnson earnestly cared for the left behind, but was without skills in helping them. His downfall was inevitable.
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- Anonymous User
- 24-05-23
Thorough and detailed
Ignore reviews complaining about narration, thought it was performed very well. Good book with plenty of detail.
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-07-23
Superb history and performance
My first book by Seldon and won't be my last. Clear, wonderfully well-organised, and paints a man within the context of his life, his situation, and his potential. a fascinating and totally engaging audio "read".
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- Adrienne
- 10-07-23
Outstanding
Superbly researched, as all Seldon’s biographies have been. Fascinating and appalling in equal measures. Excellent narration. Enjoyed it immensely.
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- Teresa
- 14-06-23
Compelling and appalling.
Absolutely riveting. It puts into words all I suspected of the dreadful Johnson and backs up everything with facts and quotes.
I didn't like the reader. His voice was too formal and gothic.
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- Anonymous User
- 16-07-23
balanced and insightful
riveting read, gives a brilliant insight into Johnson the PM, the Man, and the reasons for his struggles
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