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The Human Factor
- Narrated by: Tim Pigott-Smith
- Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins
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- Peter
- 02-05-13
Superb Narration
Although the cultural references of this Graham Green novel are rather out of date, the narration and characterisation by Tim Piggot-Smith is absolutely superb - really a one man radio play and he brings the story line completely alive. Interesting that the theme of inevitable disaster for the human spirit in the secret world , makes Le Carre the natural heir to Greene. A very good listen.
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- Simon1971
- 04-10-16
Multi layered
Ostensibly a spy story but more one about duty, obligation and responsibility clouded behind a British reserve to never say directly smything that can be hinted at instead. Petfect for a spy story.
Old fashioned in many ways particularly bearing in mind the tech nature of so many current spy stories.
No mobile phones, no satellites, no tracking devices.
Considered, thoughtful and rewards the patient listener.
Shot through with much humour which sits wonderfully against the backdrop of the stilted lives lead by most of the characters.
The character studies are the real genius of the book. Each of them are well drawn, fully rounded and keenly observed.
Best of all is Tim Pigott-Smith's narration. I cannot praise it enougjh. Beautifully read and adds so much to the enjoyment. His ability with accents is fantastic - I particularly enjoyed Dr Percival and Castle's mother. Just listening to them brings a smile to your face.
More Graham Greene and certainly more Tim Pigott-Smith.
Recommended without hesitation.
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- Michael
- 16-04-11
A very enjoyable British espionage tale
Those of us who are Wilbur Smith fans already know Tim Piggot-Smith is amongst the top three or four audiobook performers whose names guarantee a great experience.
Greene introduces you to the secretive world of MI6 without loosing sight of the 'human factor'. He places you firmly inside the heads of the characters, fleshing them out while at the same time creating disturbing sense of oppressive life they live. No one creates more realistic characters than Greene; you don't question their authenticity for an instant.
A must for all Flemming and L? Carre fans.
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- Mr SA Lambe
- 17-11-16
Brilliant novel, superbly read
I haven't read enough Graham Greene, but this spy novel - of course it's not about spying, it's about the damage and futility it can cause - is quite magnificent. Don't expect James Bond or even Le Carre - the actual spying is almost incidental, here. It's about sorrow, paranoia and loneliness. Also, the Owl scene is one of the funniest I've listened too in an otherwise mannered, dramatic book. Tim Pigott-Smith is great, even if his characterizations do sail a little close to impersonation sometimes.
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- Amazon Customer
- 24-08-10
Thoroughly enjoyable
Graham Greene in true form, also very well narrated by Tim Piggott-Smith. Engaging from start to finish.
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- Robert
- 23-11-16
A tender, entertaining book.
Stunning performance of a tender book. TPS' performance is brilliant. I loved his voices as Danetre, 'C' and the doctor. The book is thoughtful and provoking. not Green's best. but diverting.
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- Mr. R. Jarmain
- 23-04-19
Simply brilliant. A great story.
I loved this book. A riveting story brought to life by superb narration. Tim Piggott Smith is absolutely faultless. A tour de force! Highly recommended.
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- Jason W
- 15-02-18
My first Graham Greene and a good choice too
Good story, excellent narration. Will definitely look out for more read by Tim Piggot-Smith
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-08-20
mixed bag
The usual Greene but a bit mixed. Sections just didn't ring true. And you really should read Trollope's 'The Way We Live Now'
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- Amazon Customer
- 22-01-19
Excellent story and narration
Really enjoyed it, engaging plot and well-read. Greene is a master and portraying characters without drawing them.
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