In Taunton town : a story of the rebellion of James Duke of Monmouth in 1685

A vivid portrait of 17th‑century Somerset unfolds through the eyes of a humble farmer‑son turned innkeeper. He introduces his family’s deep roots in the rolling countryside, the rhythms of farm life, and the close‑knit community that gathers in his tavern. As rumors of a Protestant uprising swirl, his narrative captures the everyday hopes and fears of ordinary folk who suddenly find themselves caught up in a larger, dangerous cause.

When James, Duke of Monmouth, arrives with promises of freedom from perceived papist oppression, the town of Taunton becomes a focal point of tension and intrigue. The narrator’s personal connections—old friendships, rivalries, and his own sense of duty—draw him into the early stages of the rebellion, offering a ground‑level view of the city’s uneasy anticipation and the first clashes that erupt. Listeners will be swept into a world of loyalty, suspicion, and the raw energy of a community on the brink of historic upheaval.