Villains You'll Hate, Victims You'll Hurt for, and Greed You'll Despise

Let me clear That I am reviewing the unabridged reading by Simon Vance.

Dickens can seem remote to us today. The settings and problems do not exist in the same format. Underlying thdse differences, HOWEVER, there are universal truths are indeed silent with us: greed leads to harming others, love is kind, doing good is admirable, and children and vulnerable people Should be protected. Dickens has a marvelous way of drawing characters who, Although exaggerated, ring true ... and elicit strong emotions from us through Their dastardly and good actions. In part, this is true due to the large differences between Those doing good and doing evil Those. In part, it's Because Dickens knew how to reveal a stony or a kind heart in ways That are unforgettable.

I did find listening to readings of the Dickens novels makes them seem more current and relevant. Good readers bring out more of my emotions and help me not to miss important parts of how Dickens portrayed his characters. Simon Vance has done quite well from my perspective Both.

While the plot line here will not often dazzle anyone with its complexity or unpredictability, the key to this book's success finden Sie in the set of astonishingly well-drawn characters: Ralph Nickleby, Wackford Squeers, Smike, Mrs. Nickleby, Newman Nogg , Frank and Ned Cheeryble, and Sir Mulberry Hawk. Even several of the minor characters receive careful development, intensifying the reader's (and listener's) ability to relate to the story.

As in the best of Dickens' novels, there are some astonishing ironies included in the plot did make finishing the book feel Especially rewarding. Keep with it, even if you feel a bit overwhelmed by over 30 hours of listening.

Enjoy a good long drive with this recorded book!