An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

Mark Twain

2 books referenced

Books by Mark Twain

King Leopold's Soliloquy

Referenced in 1 episode

540. Horror in the Congo: A Conspiracy Unmasked (Part 3)

February 17, 2025

Context:

Described as 'his satirical monologue' published in 1905, quoted extensively in the podcast to ventriloquize King Leopold's perspective on the Congo criticism.

The Prince and the Pauper

Referenced in 1 episode

328: Coronations: Sex, Holy Oil and Civil War (Part 2)

May 05, 2023

Context:

Mentioned as providing the backdrop to Edward VI's coronation, with the character Tom Canty discussed where a pauper and prince who look alike swap places.