About this book
A March on London by George Alfred Henty sweeps listeners into the thunder of 14th-century England as the Peasants’ Revolt and the figure of Wat Tyler take center stage. Henty’s classic historical novel dramatizes the grievances of serfs and villeins, the strain of feudal obligations, and the explosive politics of Richard II’s reign with vivid, adventure-driven storytelling.
Set against the turmoil of 1381, the narrative mixes battlefield energy, tense encounters in medieval London, and the clash between a disenfranchised commons and entrenched authority. Themes of social justice, loyalty, and the limits of reform run through a landscape shaped by economic hardship, feudal law, and the spread of reformist ideas. Henty draws on contemporary chronicles to render period detail: the customs, the peasant perspective, and the moral complexities of an uprising that shook the kingdom.
Ideal for fans of historical fiction, classic literature, and anyone fascinated by medieval England or England’s social history, this audiobook offers immersive narration and a brisk, informative recounting of a pivotal popular revolt. Listen for a spirited, educational adventure that brings a turbulent chapter of history vividly to life.