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Narrated by:
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Charles K
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By:
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Madhan
About this listen
History! What could be more boring than memorizing dates and years? How many attempts did Mohammed Ghazni make on India before he finally succeeded in conquering it? Who was the last Moghul? Who built the Jama Masjid?
Rote learning is now history. And history can be fun. Madan's Vandargal Vendrargal is an enjoyable listen as much as it is packed with the facts of history. Examples of Madan's refreshingly different approach to writing history:
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Would you listen to Vandargal Vendrargal again? Why?
Yes, I would listen again.. fantastic walkthrough of the Indian timeline.. enjoyed hearingWho was your favorite character and why?
I loved Akbar for his foriegn policyHave you listened to any of Charles K’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
No, this is the first time.. Thooroughly enjoyed!!!Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No , it took me a week..but worth..Any additional comments?
I loved Madan style of Narration of the Indian History .. Waiting to see all his books in Audible.Great Listening
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If you could sum up Vandargal Vendrargal in three words, what would they be?
Interesting, non-stop fun and amazingWho was your favorite character and why?
Akbar and OwrangaseepWhich character – as performed by Charles K – was your favorite?
NarrationWas there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Tymore's entry and Akbar's role in shaping India's futureAny additional comments?
Good readVery Impressive
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historic glimpse
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Keep up your Good voice work, Charles !
excellent piece !!!
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Where does Vandargal Vendrargal rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
This is my very first review for any item I purchased online. That tells the story. The content is very interesting and the narration is among the best. The narrator keeps changing his tone based on whose dialogues he is narrating. Similarly the background music keeps changing based on the scene being narrated. All these makes listening to this book an exciting experience as you get completely pulled into the Mughal period. This book is my companion in the 45 min commute every morning.Which scene was your favorite?
I should say all. I especially liked the Babar episode. The narration on what Babar spoke to his reluctant soldiers was top notch, it gave me goosebumps.Any additional comments?
Well done Madhan and Charles. A very good work done by you guys!Excellent Quality! Excitement Guaranteed!
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Fantastic writing that totally takes you back in time
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Eager with a BT SPEAKERS...
Thanks..
Good... Gripping Narration
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes!! Amazing.so much to learn and this is such an easy wayWhat other book might you compare Vandargal Vendrargal to and why?
The rise and fall of third reich. History made so interesting.What does Charles K bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Excellent enunciation. He captures the moodDid you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
EnjoyedAny additional comments?
Would like to hear many such booksWow!! Enjoyed thoroughly
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I read it in book format. Now in audio format too
I read it in book format. Now in audio format too
Thanks.
I read it in book format. Now in audio format too.
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