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The Fry Chronicles

An Autobiography

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The Fry Chronicles

By: Stephen Fry
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
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Thirteen years ago, Moab Is My Washpot, Stephen Fry’s autobiography of his early years, was published to rave reviews and was a huge best seller. In the years since, Stephen Fry has moved into a completely new stratosphere, both as a public figure, and a private man. Now he is not just a multi-award-winning comedian and actor, but also an author, director, and presenter.

In January 2010 he was awarded the Special Recognition Award at the National Television Awards. Much loved by the public and his peers, Stephen Fry is one of the most influential cultural forces in the country. This dazzling memoir promises to be a courageously frank, honest and poignant read. It will detail some of the most turbulent and least-well-known years of his life, with writing that will excite you, make you laugh uproariously, move you, inform you, and, above all, surprise you.

©2010 Stephen Fry (P)2010 Penguin Audio Biographies & Memoirs Entertainment & Celebrities Jewish Heritage Celebrity Funny Biography Thought-Provoking Witty Comedy

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Editor reviews

The legend is back with his best-selling memoir on audiobook, The Fry Chronicles: An Autobiography written and narrated by Stephen Fry. Listen to the adored British actor, writer, presenter, activist and absolute king of comedy give an enlightening look at his least well-known years. Fry delivers a hilarious and honest recount of his rise to the spotlight – from troubled beginnings and a stint in jail, to forging ahead into the world of super stars. One of the worlds most celebrated comics, Fry will take you through the journey that is his incredible life. Available now from Audible.
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What a lovely man. And here we have him chatting about his early career and he even does some affectionate impressions (his Alan Bennett is very good).

Chatting? well yes because Stephen's tone is one of a chum telling of mutual friends. He just includes you in his life, somehow.

If you didn't love Stephen before . . .

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This is an incredible audio book! Not only is Stephen Fry warm, funny and engaging as a narrator but the book itself is funny, touching and a wonderful listen. Though I have to say, don't listen to this on the bus, you'll get the strangest looks when you're howling with laughter!

Fantastic!

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What did you like most about The Fry Chronicles?

The whole book has a general constant momentum of fact humour and intrigue.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Fry Chronicles?

For some reason, when a young Stephen operating as a temporary teacher has to inflict physical punishment on a boy. The build up creates many worrying emotions but typically it ends with a humorous if reflective tone.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Many!

Any additional comments?

Typically well written and there is no better narrator, i was truly surprised at his story. Stephens story causes many internal opinions to rise, at times i find i disagree with him as he discusses class, opportunity and the will to learn. There is a part where he says no one need be un educated as we can all chose to read and injest books etc (as he did). Whilst i agree with that sentiment, a child from a rat infested tenament with a lack of nutrition or access to essentials i think can never rise as easily as a fortunate well fed, well schooled child.

My point is that this book will make you consider his thoughts and whether you agree or otherwise you will continue to read and be amazed as his incredible life unfolds.

Dont miss this one, a masterclass in auto biography.

Master of audible.

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Fantastic could not stop listening
Highly recommended
Good value and Stephen is very easy on the ear

Love this book

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I totally loved this to the point I would not want to get out of my car when listening to it.
no one can beat the ability Mr Fry has to capture your imagination and get you involved in the story.
I'm now downloading all the other audio books by Stephen Fry for summer.

A great autobiography read by a great man

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