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Zorba the Greek
- Narrated by: George Guidall
- Length: 12 hrs and 35 mins
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A wonderful tale of a young man’s coming of age, Zorba the Greek has been a classic of world literature since it was first translated into English in 1952 and made into an unforgettable movie with Anthony Quinn. Zorba, an irrepressible, earthy hedonist, sweeps his young disciple along as he wines, dines, and loves his way through a life dedicated to fulfilling his copious appetites. Zorba is irresistible in this charming audio production by veteran narrator George Guidall.
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- G H
- 25-06-16
interesting tale!
interesting tale but quite long and slightly hard work in places.
Not sure if it would work better in a written book then audio but I got distracted quite easily. Did finish it but don't quite see what all the fuss is about! it is nicely written though
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- MArina MM
- 28-09-23
Everyone should read this novel
I love Zorba and the Boss, I'll miss them. So much life in this. Truly enjoyable and marvelous peformance.
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- RICHARD CROOKES
- 25-10-15
Life is beautiful. Teach me to dance.
a great performance by the narrator bring to life such a wonderful book. life affirming and essential.
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- Paul LFC5X
- 23-10-17
Moved me
Recommended by Mr T Ferris and now I know why. A lesson in living your life to it's full potential. A truly great book and I loved the naration by George Guidall. The different voices make it seem like you are listening to a play.
Makes me want to - drink beer and wine, eat Greek food, travel to the Greek Islands, travel the world, meet lots of beautiful women get married , have kids, not take life so serious, laugh dance, get drunk...
No book has ever made me want to do the above. Try it you'll love it.
Very well played Borsssss!
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- Eliel Cohen
- 23-04-16
Beautiful
a beautiful novel with beautiful characters which gives incredible insight into human nature, art and philosophy. I rarely read fiction but this is captivating and the film is also well worth watching.
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-08-19
Heart Warming
It's hard not to fall in love with Zorba. This will challenge anyones outlook on life.
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- Anonymous User
- 17-04-23
Beautiful narration but overwhelming misogynistic
The narration on this is absolutely fantastic and the only thing that kept me listening to until the end.
I know this is a book from a different time and you need to take it as it is, but it is incredible misogynistic and demeaning towards women. It made it quite difficult to listen to at times.
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- nabil chouba
- 27-09-22
A masterpiece
Amazing book, very profond, talks about god and life and good critic of believers all over
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- C. Dahl
- 16-05-16
A Must Experience Novel
One of those essential books; a life read.
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- engelsman
- 03-01-22
listen carefully
Zorba has opinions on everything, mostly amusing, and some about the things he saw in the Great War, and a lot about women, God, and the Church. Not so PC theses days. The Narrator describes his thoughts and everything around him in great detail. I was distracted while listening and didn't realize that Bouboulina and the widow were different characters so was confused by later events, nor did I fully understand the shenanigans at the monastery.
The story is interesting, of a peasant lifestyle probably long gone, and is narrated well with clear distinction between the characters.
But you do need to listen carefully.
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