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History is shaped by extraordinary people.Visionary writers like Agatha Christie. Fearless pioneers such as Amelia Earhart. Ruthless rulers including Henry VIII and Cleopatra. Groundbreaking musicians, inventors, revolutionaries, explorers and leaders whose ambition, talent and influence transformed the course of history.Welcome to Noisers Biography series, where immersive storytelling, powerful narration and richly crafted sound transport you into the lives, rivalries, triumphs and downfalls of the figures who shaped our world, one story at a time.A Noiser production, narrated by Paul McGann and John Hopkins.As featured on Short History Of....Noiser members get ad free listening, exclusive content, and early access to new episodes across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started, or visit noiser.com/subscriptions.No part of this podcast may be used or reproduced in any manner for the purpose of training artificial intelligence technologies or systems. In accordance with Article 4(3) of the DSM Directive 2019/790, Noiser Ltd expressly reserves this work from the text and data mining exception. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Documentary, History, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Charles Dickens
Episode 25
Wednesday, 4 November, 2026
Charles Dickens is widely considered one of the greatest English novelists.His works shone a light on prevalent issues of his era, such as poverty, disease, and inequality, and called for widespread social change. They have been translated into 150 languages, and have never been out of print.But how did a boy from Portsmouth turn into one of the world’s most celebrated literary figures? Why were his words so effective in sparking real societal change?And, as a pillar of Victorian society, did his private life align with his famous public image?A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins.Written by Dan Smith. With thanks to Lucinda Hawksley, author of Dickens and Travel, and great-great-great-granddaughter of Charles and Catherine Dickens.This episode was originally featured on Short History Of...Noiser+ members get ad free listening, exclusive content, and early access to new episodes across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started, or visit noiser.com/subscriptions.No part of this podcast may be used or reproduced in any manner for the purpose of training artificial intelligence technologies or systems. In accordance with Article 4(3) of the DSM Directive 2019/790, Noiser Ltd expressly reserves this work from the text and data mining exception. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
