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Lorna Doone [Naxos]

By: R. D. Blackmore
Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
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Summary

The Doones are a clan of murdering thieves, and among their victims is John Ridd's father. The strong, noble Ridd determines to avenge his father's death; but his plans are complicated when he falls in love with one of the hated family - the beautiful Lorna. Lorna is promised against her will to another; and that other will not let her go lightly.

Set amid the political turmoils of the late 17th century, Lorna Doone brings West Country history and legends alive with wonderfully imaginative fiction. Brimming with vivid descriptions and cliff-hanging action, it is a true classic of romantic adventure.

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"First published in 1869, this great tale of well-born brigandage, yeoman valor and maiden peril set in Restoration England's West Country, Devon and Somerset, gives full expression to mid-Victorian longing for a vanished agricultural past. Its audio form releases the language from the page thanks to Jonathan Keeble, an extraordinarily skilled voice actor who takes on the archaic Devon accent as though born to it - which, as a native of the region, he was. The novel's quietly droll passages and paeans to nature are greatly enhanced by his country aplomb. Moreover, the dialect that snags the reader in print ("Whoy, dudn't ee knaw . . . as Jan Vry wur gane avore braxvass") emerges here as fluid speech, its cadence a joy to hear." ( Washington Post Book World)

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Vocal performance was fantastic!

This was a very long listen but the narration and range of accents were brilliant

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great story. great narrator.

Great story. Great narrator. Excellent way to fit a tub-thumping Victorian classic into a busy life!

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Fabulous 🤩

Everyone should read this. Awesome depiction of England and Englishness. Unputdownable and I just wish there was more.

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A great yarn, beautifully performed

A rattling good historical melodrama narrated with gusto by an accomplished performer, complete with convincing West Country accents. Very enjoyable and rewarding.

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Totally marvellous book in every way.

Brought wonderfully to life by the narrator. Enjoyed every word. Must be one of the best pieces of English literature. Highest recommendation.

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Brilliantly read

The narration of this epic story is magnificent. A wonderful, romantic, classic tale with fascinating historical details.

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Atmospheric Reading of Classic Tale

What a complete joy this audio book was. A first rate story, with a fabuous country background read by an actor with a rich west country accent. Thoroughly recommended!

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A long, but enjoyable read

Much of the enjoyment of listening to this book is thanks to the talented and versatile narration of Jonathan Keeble. He cleverly adopts accent and timbre to the many characters in this novel. Even his female voices are believable.
R D Blackmore writes many twists and turns into the storyline. His characters, particularly John Ridd, are three dimensional and authentic. This book is an old fashioned classic, written in the style of the day, so some may find it a heavier story than others. It takes a little time to get into the book and get used to the Devonshire accents, but once drawn in it’s a story you want to read to the end. Blackmore’s descriptive prose is beautiful, often poetic. Well worth a read.

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Lorna Doone

I loved this book, I read the first review, took a chance and bought it. I was so glad. Just listening to the narrator I was carried back in time to the west country, his accent is brilliant. The language used to write this novel is rich and viabrant. Certainly a book I was sad to finish, and one I will listen to again.

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excellent interpretation

the reader really brought the story to life and the story is EXCELLENT. so surprised this story hasn't been given better coverage in literature classes

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