Audiobook The High Crusade by Poul Anderson in the ListenBook app
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Hey, I just finished listening to the audiobook version of The High Crusade by Poul Anderson and I have to tell you-this is a wild ride that keeps you on your toes the whole time. The story kicks off in 1345, right when Sir Roger Baron de Tourneville is rallying his troops to join King Edward III in the Hundred Years' War. Picture the English countryside, knights in armor, the clatter of hoofbeats, and then-BAM! A gigantic silver ship drops out of the sky and lands in a pasture near Ansby, in northeastern Lincolnshire. The locals are terrified, but Roger's not. He sees a chance for glory, not a threat.
Enter the Wersgorix, an alien species that loves conquering planets, and they're not about to be intimidated by medieval English peasants. They've got their eyes on a "free English" territory, which to them is just another target. But the Wersgorix are pretty clever too. After landing, they find an alien pilot-a Wersgorix who thinks he's the smartest thing on that planet-who decides to use the ship to escape to his home world. So now you've got this half-human, half-alien band of knights who accidentally stumble into interstellar warfare, with the alien traitor leading the way.
What's amazing is how Anderson balances the absurdity with sharp historical details. The medieval knights are all over the place, with their chivalry and their "indomitable will," while the Wersgorix are a mix of alien menace and bureaucratic efficiency. Anderson weaves in the humor-like the Wersgorix trying to use a medieval cannon as a weapon, only to end up blowing up the village. But it's not just laughs; there's genuine tension when the English realize they're not the only ones who can hold their own. The final showdown is a clever twist: the alien pilot's scheme backfires because the English are just too smart and resourceful for any otherworldly scheme.
The audiobook itself is a treat. The narrator captures the period vibe without sounding cheesy, and the pacing keeps you glued. The sound design-especially the moment the silver ship swoops in-makes you feel the thud of metal on earth. Even when the action slows down for some introspective moments, the narrator's voice is engaging enough to keep you interested.
I love how Anderson turns a sci-fi premise into a satire of medieval power dynamics while still respecting the grit of that era. The High Crusade is not just a funny story; it's a thoughtful take on what it means to be "free" and the absurdity of invading someone who thinks they're already civilized. If you're into a mix of history, humor, and a bit of science-fiction twist, this audiobook is worth your time. Trust me, you'll find yourself laughing, cheering for the English knights, and maybe even feeling a little proud of their cleverness.
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