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The Woodlanders
- Narrated by: Samuel West
- Length: 14 hrs and 16 mins
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- S.J.BUCHAN
- 01-10-20
Another wonderful Thomas Hardy story.
Absolutely loved this, particularly the excellent narration by Samuel West.
I am a Hardy çonvert.
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- Martha Koukidou
- 07-02-21
A real jewel!
Story and narration are simply wonderful. One of the best books Hardy has written, to my opinion. The narrator brings it to life.
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- Charlie Dot
- 24-09-19
Beautiful
The language used to describe the rural setting and its inhabitants was absolutely beautiful. The story was as fantastic as it was tragic. Highly recommend.
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- 2teirah
- 06-12-22
Exceptional performance
Samuel West's narration of this story was sensitive and credible, bringing the characters to life and carrying the winding plot to its conclusion. Wonderful writing by Hardy, with intriguing storyline and a mix of heroic, frail and hapless characters. Thoroughly recommend this reading of The Woodlanders.
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- Martyn Casserly
- 27-09-19
Enjoyable
Very gentle and enjoyable. Lovely to listen to and do the ironing. x x x
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- Julie Bennett
- 28-09-20
Very enjoyable
This was a thoroughly enjoyable tale, with some excellent twists and turns. The narrator was just right in tone.
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- stroof
- 12-12-23
Such good narration!
I’m a Thomas Hardy fan and this doesn’t disappoint; beautifully drawn characters enduring the twists and turns of rural life in times gone by. Hardy knows how to tug on the heart strings and the narrator is perfect. A joy to listen to.
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- viv
- 24-11-21
Wonderful
I love Thomas Hardy but had never read this one. I thought it may not be as well written as his later ones but it is just as evocative and beautifully expressed as any other. The story, though typical, is perhaps slightly less convoluted than some ? But never fear there is still plenty of coincidence and misunderstanding! Excellently narrated.
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- dr helen
- 06-10-20
A beautiful book
This book was beautifully written and beautifully read. The narrator was excellent. The description of lives lived in the 1800’s and woodland management give extra depth.
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- Ian Hardaker
- 09-08-19
Wonderful
This is reputed to be Hardy's favourite of his own novels. It certainly is one of his best. Quite brilliant to be honest and superbly read by Samuel West. Highly recommended
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