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The Story of Danny Dunn
- Narrated by: Humphrey Bower
- Length: 23 hrs and 28 mins
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Summary
Simultaneous release of the latest novel from Australia's best-selling author. Likened by the author to Frank Hardy's Australian classic, Power Without Glory, with pubs, gambling and political corruption taking centre stage.
The Dance of Danny Dunn is an Australian family saga centering on a working-class family of publicans who make their first mark in Balmain in the 1930s. In that decade, two opportunities existed for boys of Balmain, a working-class Sydney suburb: to be selected into Fort Street Boys School or to excel as a sportsman. At just 16 years, Danny Dunn has everything going for him: brains, looks, sporting aptitude - and luck with the ladies. His parents run The Hero of Mafeking ('Maffos'), the favourite local watering hole, and the whole of Balmain is proud of Danny's sporting prowess. His mother, though, steers Danny towards a university education; but with just six months of his degree to go, he signs up for the AIF, driven by a desire to serve his country and plain wanderlust.
Danny serves in South-east Asia, spends three and a half years as a POW, and returns a broken man, embittered and facially disfigured. He has told no one of his return, and as he sails towards the Balmain ferry terminal, he knows his life in beloved Balmain will have nothing to do with the life he led before the war. He is scared and overwhelmed by the need to sort himself out, to find out who the hell he is....
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- Elizabeth
- 29-11-10
Hmmm
This isn't the best work by Bryce Courtenay. It starts well, but gets a bit dull and predictable in places. There a really good portrayals of people with earnest ambition, for themselves or to please others, but it goes a little flat toward to the end. Its still entertaining but nowhere near the likes of Brother Fish or the Power of One. The narrator is fab as always, and his characterisations make you want to carry on listening, but if you are looking at this author for the first time, its not the best.
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- Sadiq
- 17-10-17
Superb as usual
It's always a guarantee that any of Bryce's books are enjoyable to read.
But the ending is a bit sudden and not aligned to the flow of the rest of the book.
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- gemma
- 27-01-16
wonderful
brilliant. yet another gripping book. bryce you are a wonderful writer but i cry bucketsx
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- Dib
- 23-01-16
Humorous and sad.
A often funny and sad tale of the effects of war. Well read by Humphrey Bower.
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- Matthew Peter Hutchison
- 21-08-15
Gripping
Couldn't wait to have the time to listen! As a soldier I was astounded to find the enlightenment of PTSD brought to bear, in such a way that really tells how a millitary life can change not only the soldier, but also the family.
Mr Courtenay, thanks for the amazing story.
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- Chyryl
- 15-03-15
heartbreaking
fantastic, excellent storytelling. Unfortunately as is far too common with this author-heartbreaking end. why must you make us cry Bryce Courtenay.
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- karen gadd
- 29-11-14
Really enjoyable
What did you like most about The Story of Danny Dunn?
Although it was long, I got right into the story.
What other book might you compare The Story of Danny Dunn to, and why?
Any long epic!
Which scene did you most enjoy?
When Danny returns
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
It made me choke and I had to hold back the tears as I listen to my audio books at my work place! Very emotional in parts..
Any additional comments?
Loved it and will definately be listening to more from the author in the future!
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- toni vyse
- 13-02-14
Compelling
Where does The Story of Danny Dunn rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Very near the top, I was left thinking about this days after
What did you like best about this story?
All Bryce Courtney's stories have main characters who are largely driven by their integrity and sense of justice, with this book you got a real sense of post traumatic stress disorder and how in impacts so many lives...sometimes the things people live through are to hard to forgive, and yet only forgiveness can set you free. I kept wondering what if he'd made another choice....can one ever take back that pivotal moment in time?
Which character – as performed by Humphrey Bower – was your favourite?
Danny dunne
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The ending
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- annie
- 23-06-12
danny dunn
He does it again. He takes you from your comfortable sofa and makes you think and learn about hard and difficult things while absorbing you in the narrative . Thank you Bryce Courtenay.
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- Colin Meek
- 04-11-22
Boring songs Toowoomba long
Boring to long and unaustralian, 1ww Aust troops were proud volunteers, songs way way way too long
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