The English Ecstasy (How England Rose to Greatness 1558–1649)

Will Durant

The British Empire is unique in world history. How did this small island come to rule a full quarter of the globe? No other nation has matched this achievement. The British Empire evolved over centuries, but it began to blossom in its greatest age:...

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Opening Credits

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Foreword by Richard Smoley

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Chapter 1: The Great Queen 1558–1603 - 1

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Chapter 1: The Great Queen 1558–1603 - 2

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Chapter 2: Merrie England 1558–1625

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Chapter 3: On the Slopes of Parnassus 1558–1603

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Chapter 4: William Shakespeare 1564–1616

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Chapter 5: Mary Queen of Scots 1542–87

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Chapter 6: James VI And I 1567–1625 - 1

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Chapter 6: James VI And I 1567–1625 - 2

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Chapter 7: The Summons to Reason 1558–164

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Chapter 8: The Great Rebellion 1625–49 - 1

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Chapter 8: The Great Rebellion 1625–49 - 2

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Bonus: Francis Bacon

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Francis Bacon: Chapter 3 - 1

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Francis Bacon: Chapter 3 - 2

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Ending Credits

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