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Barnaby Rudge

By: Charles Dickens
Narrated by: Sean Barrett
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For the background to this historical novel, a tale of mystery, suspense and unsolved murder, Dickens chose the anti-Catholic Gordon Riots of 1780. Mayhem reigns in the streets of London, vividly described by Dickens, and the innocent Barnaby Rudge is drawn into the thick of it. Against the public disorder, Dickens tells of the private discord within families - with fathers and sons at loggerheads - and creates a wealth of colourful characters: the sinuously evil Lord Chester; the pretty and vivacious Dolly Varden; and the host and regulars at the Maypole Inn - a symbol of security in those uncertain and violent times.

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Public Domain (P)2009 Naxos Audiobooks Classics

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A fast-paced story against the background of the anti-Catholic Gordon riots; well narrated. Dickensian cast includes a memorable, scene-stealing raven!

Dickensian heroes and villains in the Gordon Riots

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A brilliant reading of this tremendous novel, which, strange to say, deserves to be better known..

A brilliant reading

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, as it teaches so much about how people get pulled along in the wave of the mob. I had little knowledge of this terrible time in England's history, and felt that Dickens captured the mood. As always, his characters have the weakness of being caricatures and seem a bit 2 dimensional, but the story telling and tension building was superb. I felt like boo-ing and hissing every time John Chester was mentioned, as he was so sublimely horrid.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Barnaby Rudge?

The immediate lead up to the hanging of Hugh and Dennis. Brilliant writing.

What does Sean Barrett bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

I enjoyed Sean's voices but felt that his 'female' voice was very same-y.

Wonderful tale about the power of the mob

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Informative, entertaining and enthralling. Funny and sad, poignant and comic - a great read. Superb narration. I was only sorry it ended ... or that I have come to some of Dickens’ works so late. He has so much to teach us still.

Spellbinding

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absolutely amazing narration
fantastic value with hours and hours of top notch listening. Thanks Sean

exceptional!

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