10 reviews for Hardcore History 21-23 – Punic Nightmares Series

1. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   geeksaurus – January 11, 2015

   I’m a casual reader of history and a friend told me about Dan Carlin. At first, I was skeptical because I was more used to a formal approach, but I gave it a try. I have to say, it’s really good. He brings it to life and he’s a great storyteller. What I like is that he always reminds you to try to imagine what it was like, getting inside of the heads of soldiers and generals. Plus, good use of sound effects for some haunting moments. The entertainment/educational value is more than worth the five dollars I paid.

2. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Gorion – February 11, 2015

   I’ve only just started listening to Dan’s stuff and although this series is relatively short, I only say this due to the length and depth of the current Hardcore History series. That being said I thoroughly enjoyed his explanation and commentary on the confrontation between Carthage and Rome and the horrific events that followed. Can’t recommend this series enough.

3. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   wilky80 – June 27, 2015

   A friend turned me onto Dan Carlin a few months ago, and I don’t know whether to thank him or not. I never thought of myself as having an addictive personality, but I’ve been unable to listen to anything else in my car since. I’m an historian—something Mr. Carlin ridiculously insists he is not—and I am simply blown away by his visceral narrative and keen insight. His descriptive prose puts you in the moment the way only the best historical writers can. The only difference is, Dan Carlin is churning out the equivalent of one of David McCullough’s books every few months!
   Mr. Carlin claims to be “just a fan of history”, because he does not do any primary research or write original treatises. But the ability to present history in an interesting and enlightening way is every bit as important as poring through old manuscripts and documents. Mr. Carlin has a gift for making his subject matter come alive. He makes it fresh and fun and even exciting at times. In short, he tells a great story. I’m also an historical novelist (“Scoundrel! The Secret Memoirs of General James Wilkinson”, in which I present a similar myth-busting, iconoclastic view of historical events), and I would love to see Mr. Carlin give the genre a try. Really good historical fiction can do exactly what he attempts in his podcasts—to shine a light on history from new angles, to extrapolate on events by looking at them from the perspective of the participants, to put the reader “in the moment”. Few do this better than Dan Carlin.

4. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   Hayley – November 4, 2015

   This is the 3rd series set that I have finished of his and..my god… it was an incredible tale. I have always loved history, but much like our failing school system has proved, I was never engrossed in it like I am now. Honestly, it is thanks to these stories and Carlins amazing story-telling ability that has not only increased my desire to learn more, but has me completely hooked on these POD casts. Keep being awesome Mr. Carlin, because you have created a lifer-listener out of me!

5. 

   Rated 5 out of 5

   adirangan – February 24, 2016

   I was introduced to Dan Carlin by a friend (thanks mike!).
   I really loved all the free content, and now I’m hooked 🙂
   This particular story isn’t quite as grand as “Wrath of the Khans” or “Blueprint for Armageddon”, but those are each easily 6- or 7-stars; the punic wars still gets a 5+
   – Adi.