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Watership Down

By: Richard Adams
Narrated by: Peter Capaldi
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Summary

One of the most beloved novels of our time, Watership Down is an epic journey, a stirring tale of adventure, courage, and survival.

Fiver could sense danger. Something terrible was going to happen to the warren; he felt sure of it. They had to leave immediately. So begins a long and perilous journey of survival for a small band of rabbits.

As the rabbits skirt danger at every turn, we become acquainted with the band, its humorous characters, and its compelling culture, complete with its own folk history and mythos. Fiver’s vision finally leads them to Watership Down, an upland meadow. But here they face their most difficult challenges of all.

A stirring epic of courage and survival against the odds, Watership Down has become a beloved classic for all ages. Both an exciting adventure story and an involving allegory about freedom, ethics, and human nature, it has delighted generations with its unique and charming world, winning many awards and being adapted to film, television, and theater.

©1972 Richard Adams (P)2019 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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Peter Capaldi is the best

The best audible book I’ve listened to. Peter Capaldi is excellent at all the voices of the rabbit s and has an amazing overall voice for storytelling. A magic story for all ages . You won’t be disappointed.

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So much better than the film. The detail took me to the place as if I was part of the Warren.

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The comedy accents were a misstep

The story and characters are great. The narrations was awful.

Peter Capaldi is a fantastic actor but he ruined this book for me.

Half of his character voices were so bad they stopped the flow of the story dead.

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Wonderful version

Love it.
Peter Capaldi's characterisation was outstanding
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Super in every way

Golly wow, there is so much drama in this fab story and it’s told beautifully by Peter

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What a performance

The narration was AMAZING. Peter Capaldi did such a great job. Each character had a distinct accent and voice. A powerful performance.

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Stunning book, brought to life

This rendition of one of my favourite books was absolutely perfect. Peters ability to bring the characters to life was great, and the story takes on a new energy with him narrating it.

Of you’ve not read Watership down, treat yourself to this. It won’t ever be illustrated as beautifully.

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Amazing!

Please don’t hesitate to listen to this, amazing narration and great story. The rabbits use a language called “Lapine” which is worth looking up in case you get confused with some words which aren’t defined!! Once I’d had a quick google things made a bit more sense!

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The wild writ without sentiment, tender and brutal

A tense, tiny saga narrated with grit and zeal. Great characterization that evolves as our heroes adventure. An iconic work.

I hated the bird.

Capaldi-rah delivers in spades.

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one of my favorites

Old enough to have read this soon after it's release. Still one of my favorite books. Brilliantly read. Thank you.

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