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Title: Gulliver's Travels

Author: Jonathan Swift

Narrator: Gordon Griffin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-17-17

Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Shipwrecked and cast adrift, Lemuel Gulliver wakes to find himself on Lilliput, an island inhabited by little people whose height makes their quarrels over fashion and fame seem ridiculous. His subsequent encounters with the crude giants of Brobdingnag, the philosophical Houyhnhnms, and the brutish Yahoos give him further insight into human behavior.

Presented through Swift's satiric hall of distorting mirrors, mankind is cast as diminished, magnified, and bestial - the composite of which is an uncompromising reflection of human nature.

Members Reviews:

Three adventure tales and biting satire on human nature.

JoeDanDonigi

Each adventure he encounters radically different problems. The Voyages of Lemuel Gulliver include first, people six inches tall, second a land of giants seventy or so feet tall, and people living in an island-cloud. The fourth voyage, were his men mutiny, foreshadowing the darker side of human nature that follows. They desert on an island where the Houyhnhnms rule. A land of noble talking horses, who can't believe Gulliver has intelligence, ala Planet of the Apes, because the humans/Yahoos on their island seem but. This causes a series of discussions with Gulliver and his "master" a horse who can't grasp lying, greediness and all the various other human frailties. A in his discussions with his master causes Gulliver to be more and more disgusted with the Yahoos on their island and even the humans back home. If knew more about 1850's English history I might of understood the societal, political times of England and Europe in general at that time. There is also an annotated volume which includes more detail. But I didn't read it so don't feel qualified to make an opinion on it, just letting people who are interested informing them it's out there.

Photoman35mm

A classic

I recommend the classic novels in literature to everyone, however, this Novel test your endurance. The beginning of the novel is very good very interesting and reads well. The last roughly 3rd slows down a bit and is difficult to stay with . Over all I did enjoy reading this book .

KINDLE VERSION FORMATTING SUCKS

THIS REVIEW SPECIFICALLY FOR THE KINDLE EDITION--

I was disappointed with the formatting on this classic. At least on my Kindle Fire, the footnote and endnote shortcuts seem to malfunction. Some bad line breaks and lots of small annoying things contribute to an overall less than satisfactory experience.

But it is free.

A Fantastic Voyage

This is far better than any of the various film versions of this novel. A tv mini series starring Ted Danson seems to get the author's satarical nature instead of just being a voyage to four fantastical lands.

Since this was one of my grown son's favorite books, I gave this book to his son ...

Since this was one of my grown son's favorite books, I gave this book to his son (my grandson) for Christmas. He loved it!

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Title: A Christmas Carol

Author: Charles Dickens

Narrator: Chris MacDonnell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 22 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-13-17

Publisher: Spoken Realms

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Scrooge! His name has become synonymous with being miserly and miserable, especially at Christmas! A Christmas Carol is the much-loved novella by Charles Dickens which tells Scrooge's story. This mean, misanthropic man is visited by the ghost of his former partner, Jacob Marley, and then three spirits: the ghosts of Christmas Past, of Christmas Present, and of Christmas Yet to Come. These spirits show him visions that illustrate how his selfish attitude and behavior affect the people in his circle of friends and family. Further, he's shown how and why his own life has been affected in the past.

In this version, the memorable characters of this timeless classic are skillfully brought to life and the unaffected, clear narrative delivers Charles Dickens' prose with an intimate performance of clarity and accessibility.

Members Reviews:

A Christmas Classic

This is a classic Dickens tale, brought to life by Chris MacDonnell. Chris does a fantastic job portraying the various characters! I will definitely listen to this performance again and again.

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Great!!

Fantastic narration for this literary classic. I listened to this with my kids and we all enjoyed it!

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. The fact that I was gifted this book had no influence over my opinion of it.

A classic tale for christmas

This is Dickens, and one of his most famous works! It could't be less than five stars, and since the performance was good and also correct for the story it is a five stars too! If you still haven't read it, this is the right time of the year for a short but poweful story!

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Scrooge Learns God Bless Us Everyone

I received a copy from either the author, narrator, or producer to provide a voluntary and honest review.

A Christmas Carol is a well know. Charles Dickens story. I had never read the book but have seen numerous movies or theater productions. I truly loved listening to the book and feel Ive missed out by not having read the book. Clever dialogue and deeper descriptions of Scrooge and his partner Marley. Loved the thought process behind dead as a door nail. The narrator was incredible, providing emotion and seamlessly engaging me in the story.

Enjoy during the Holidays or anytime. Worth the credit or the money. Enjoy a Christmas Carol in a new way.

Perfect to get you in the holiday mood!

This was just wonderful. Perfect for the holidays. Really enjoyable. I plan on listening to this again while cooking Thanksgiving dinner. Thanks! I received this for free for an honest review.

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Title: Rob Roy

Author: Sir Walter Scott

Narrator: David McCallion

Format: Unabridged

Length: 19 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-27-17

Publisher: A.R.N. Publications

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 11 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

In 1819, Walter Scott published Rob Roy, a book that would eventually become one of the most-read historical novels of all time. The story unfolds through the eyes of Frank Osbaldistone, the son of an English merchant. Frank first travels to the north of England, eventually ending up in the Scottish Highlands. He is determined to collect on a debt owed to his father, but on his journey he encounters Rob Roy MacGregor, who sets the tone for the story's development.

The story of Rob Roy takes place during a turbulent time in Scotland's history, just prior to the Jacobite rising of 1715. Although Rob Roy is an adventure, it also paints a portrait of the brutal reality of 18th century Scotland, and due to the political problems of the time, Rob Roy was initially published anonymously.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

typical Scott

Good Read

Great read. Excellent plot, you feel you are in scotland.

Five Stars

Excellent

God bless Sir Walter Scott

I was surprised at how different the book was from the movie. Imagine that, a man my age be surprised by such a thing. Excellent story as usual.

Five Stars

Excellent read, a well deserved 5 stars for this classic.

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Title: A Tale of Two Cities (AmazonClassics Edition)

Author: Charles Dickens

Narrator: Buck Schirner

Format: Unabridged

Length: 17 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-12-17

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Charles Darnay is a French noble falsely accused of treason. Sydney Carton is a self-loathing junior barrister enlisted to defend him. Between them is a shared love for the daughter of a former Bastille prisoner. Soon, their interlocking fates will be decided, as the French Revolution is ignited and the Reign of Terror begins.

Charles Dickens's belief in renaissance is borne out in this epic novel - as cities are overthrown and transformed, as cynics become selfless heroes, and as a "recall to life" becomes not only possible but necessary, for the individual and for society.

AmazonClassics brings you timeless works from the masters of storytelling. Ideal for anyone who wants to listen to a great work for the first time or rediscover an old favorite, these new editions open the door to literature's most unforgettable characters and beloved worlds.

Revised edition: Previously published as A Tale of Two Cities, this edition of A Tale of Two Cities (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.

Members Reviews:

The narrator's skill brings a multitude of characters to life.

This wonderful adaptation of 'A Tale of Two Cities' (my second Audible download......I'm new to this) represented tremendous value for money. In the first few seconds I was not sure about the narrator's accent for such an English Classic, as to my own perception it seemed to have a southern United States drawl to it (akin to Samuel L Jackson), but within minutes I was sold by the skill imparted upon each characters' accents. This technique provides depth to the narrative and quickly has you flitting between the great cities of Paris and London in the late 1700s. Towards the climax of the book the nuances of the characters brought forward a great wealth of differing emotions from pity to anger, and left me reviling some of the main protagonists. My job involves a lot of travelling and it helped me wile away the hours, but mark my words when I say 'An Audio Book that can bring a trucker to tears by power of the words and the skill of the narrator...........is well worth a listen.' I hope you enjoy it as much as me.

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Title: Women in Love

Author: D. H. Lawrence

Narrator: Paul Slack

Format: Unabridged

Length: 20 hrs and 47 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-28-17

Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Considered the most widely read novel of the 20th century, D. H. Lawrence's fiery fifth book continues the loves and lives of The Rainbow's Brangwen sisters, Gudrun and Ursula. Gerald Crich, son of a wealthy colliery owner, captures the heart of Gudrun, while Ursula becomes enamored with Rupert Birkin, a school inspector - their complex relationship likely modelled on that between Lawrence, his wife Frieda, and John Middleton Murry and Katherine Mansfield. Things are far from harmonious, and the discord and conflict leads to many heated and elaborate philosophical discussions about modern society and the nature of love, while tragedy looms large. Lawrence held this to be his best book, and F. R. Leavis regarded it to be his most profound and rewarding.

Members Reviews:

Performance made the book easier to understand

What made the experience of listening to Women in Love the most enjoyable?

The book is long and the language gets little difficult at times but listening to it made it easier and not give up on the book. It was worth it to finish this book.

What other book might you compare Women in Love to and why?

Perhaps Anna Karenina. Lawrence really explores what makes one form a relationship and what causes it to break up.

What does Paul Slack bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

He was very good enhancing the experience though some of what he read was not in the book I was reading while listening so not sure if there was a revised edition of this book.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Love is work

Any additional comments?

Reading and listening makes the classic like this come alive.

Women In Love? I struggled!

I did not enjoy the reading. Had I not been studying this book, I would not have continued & I love, D H Lawrence!

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Title: Nostromo

Author: Joseph Conrad

Narrator: David McCallion

Format: Unabridged

Length: 17 hrs and 24 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-19-17

Publisher: A.R.N. Publications

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Nostromo is a colorful and adventurous tale set in the fictional South American country of Costaguana. In the midst of a revolution, the citizens of Costaguana live under a brutal dictatorship of Ribiera, a ruthless leader kept in power through foreigners and their dark money.

The oligarch government has become so corrupt that the citizens of Costaguana have had enough. In fear of losing his wealth, Charles Gould, the leader of a wealthy family, asks Nostromo for help in getting his vast silver fortune out of the city. Their plan goes awry, and Nostromo claims the fortune was lost at sea.

Originally published in 1904, Nostromo is considered to be Joseph Conrad's finest work for its many classic themes, including honor, duty, and the eternal war between good and evil. Although published at the beginning of the 20th century, the theme of this novel closely aligns with what many nations face in the modern world.

Members Reviews:

even DJ even fine shape, what I would expect on a table ...

As described: new, not a dent or scratch on it, even DJ even fine shape, what I would expect on a table in a bookshop

Who has the silver? Or: the somber imbecilities of political fanatism

`Nostromo' was one of Conrad's most political and least personal stories. It is probably not one of his best, but it offers a lot of issues for discussion and disagreement.

JC's first hand experience in South and Central America was limited and dated. Therefore he had to build on knowledge acquired from books. He used travel reports and memories of independence wars and dictatorships and revolutions. I am by no means an expert on South American history, but from what I remember of Latino writers like Garcia Marques or Asturias, Conrad sounds fairly authentic in a generic way. (I would be interested in differing opinions here.)

His political world in the international dimension was firmly based on 3 antis: anti- Russian, -German and -American. While the first two are natural for a Pole of the time and not so relevant for this novel (but very much for some of his others), his anti-American stance is of a less automatic nature and needs a closer look.

Conrad's basic stance was pro-capitalist. He sided with the innovator, the risk taker, the builder, the entrepreneur, as opposed to the profiteer. He also had a sympathetic regard for the working man, but was not free of condescension.

He was not free of racial prejudices of the time either. There is a Jewish trader in the story who could have jumped out of a Stuermer article a few decades later. His `good guys', the Blancos, don't just have this name as a party colour, it has a racial meaning as well.

The bad guys happen to be mostly the Indio military and politicians and the `friends of blacks' ie the liberated former black slaves.

JC's travels exposed him to colonialism of different varieties. He saw mainly the more established English and Dutch versions, which he treated with critical irony, but without heavy polemics. He met and hated the newcomers from Belgium in Heart of Darkness. At the time of JC's writing, the US was just about to assert itself. JC disliked what he saw. He was a conservative man. The Americans upset things: Panama, Cuba, Philippines...

The story is set in a fictional country in Latin America: Costaguana and its occidental province Sulaco.

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Title: Sense and Sensibility

Author: Jane Austen

Narrator: Karen Savage

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-13-17

Publisher: Paperless

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Sense and Sensibility is a novel by Jane Austen, published in 1811. It was published anonymously; "By A Lady" appears on the cover page where the author's name might have been. It tells the story of the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, both of age to marry.

The novel follows the young women to their new home with their widowed mother, a meagre cottage on the property of a distant relative, where they experience love, romance, and heartbreak. The novel is set in southwest England, London, and Sussex between 1792 and 1797.

The novel sold out its first print run of 750 copies in the middle of 1813, marking a success for its author, who then had a second print run later that year. The novel continued in publication throughout the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.

Members Reviews:

Karen savage is an unbeatable story teller

I have yet to find anyone to match Karen savage's voice and eloquence. I love listening also to her audiobooks the railway children, pride and prejudice, the secret garden and a little princess.

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Title: Pride and Prejudice (AmazonClassics Edition)

Author: Jane Austen

Narrator: Sharon Williams

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 6 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-28-17

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Love is in the air when five sisters discover that a wealthy and eligible bachelor is suddenly within reach. But it is his friend, the haughty Mr. Darcy, who becomes smitten. Unfortunately for him, the object of his affection is not so easily swayed.

One of the most popular characters in English literature, Elizabeth Bennet is intelligent, witty, well-spoken and ahead of her time. If the terrible rumors about Mr. Darcy are true, he doesn't stand a chance. Yet not all gossip is to be believed when marriage, money, and reputations are on the line. Will Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy circumvent her haste, his ego, and society's expectations to find love?

Written more than two centuries ago, Jane Austen's enduring story of manners, family, and love continues to delight new generations of listeners.

AmazonClassics brings you timeless works from the masters of storytelling. Ideal for anyone who wants to hear a great work for the first time or rediscover an old favorite, these new editions open the door to literature's most unforgettable characters and beloved worlds.

Revised edition: Previously published as Pride and Prejudice, this edition of Pride and Prejudice (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.

Members Reviews:

Horrible reading

The narrator is pretty horrible to listen to. You get what you pay for- pay for the more expensive version.

Excellent reader!

I listened to this book on my walks since has been many years ago that I read it. I thoroughly enjoyed the way the narrator read the story. I felt like I had gone back in time to when it was written and could picture it all so well.

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I really disliked the speakers accent, I couldn't really understand as much, I didn't know what she was saying

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Title: Dracula

Author: Bram Stoker

Narrator: Gerry O'Brien

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-16-17

Publisher: Punch Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

Dracula is an 1897 Gothic horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker. Famous for introducing the character of the vampire Count Dracula, the novel tells the story of Dracula's attempt to move from Transylvania to England so he may find new blood and spread the undead curse, and the battle between Dracula and a small group of men and women led by Professor Abraham Van Helsing. Dracula has been assigned to many literary genres including vampire literature, horror fiction, the gothic novel, and invasion literature. Although Stoker did not invent the vampire, he defined its modern form, and the novel has spawned numerous theatrical, film, and television interpretations. This current recording features Irish actor Gerry O'Brien and is intended to entertain the modern audiobook listener through easy digital download.

Members Reviews:

Excellent

Definitely a must listen too

The narrator was clear and his voice was full of life

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Title: The Secret Agent

Author: Joseph Conrad

Narrator: David McCallion

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-05-17

Publisher: A.R.N. Publications

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes

Genres: Classics, British Literature

Publisher's Summary:

The Secret Agent is a Victorian terrorist tale that has found a new audience with today's audiences. Set in 1866 London, this book tells the story of Adolf Verloc, a shopkeeper turned anarchist.

Mr. Verloc has a strange family life on top of a group of friends who belong to a terrorist group promoting anarchy. Although the group is relatively harmless, they do publish rebellious literature in the form of pamphlets entitled F.P, which brings them to the attention of the police. This changes when the group plans a dangerous terrorist attack, targeting one of London's most iconic landmarks.

The Secret Agent is in part, inspired by real life events. Joseph Conrad based one of the characters on the French anarchist, Martial Bourdin, who was killed in Greenwich Park when a bomb he was transporting, exploded. Conrad does a fantastic job of weaving his words into a mysterious and intriguing story that will keep you entertained until the very end.

Members Reviews:

Typically good Conrad but . . .

Some publications have piqued interest in this book claiming it has relevance to today's terrorists.If that is why you are thinking of buying the book you will be disappointed. I think the modernity claim is demonstrably false. The terrorists here are inept in action and vague in their goals. That said, the book is a worthy read as Conrad's work typically is.