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Candide [CSA Word]

By: Voltaire
Narrated by: Andrew Sachs
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Candide and his tutor, Pangloss, travel the globe trying to follow the philosophy "All is for the best in this, the best of all possible worlds". However, they are stung and let down at every turn, being robbed, tortured, and ridiculed, amongst other trials.

On hearing about their often disastrous travels, a listener feels unfortunately less than empathetic, and can't help laughing out loud at this very funny account of the trail our optimistic travellers take, and at their eternal and endearing joy at the world and its potential discoveries.

Read beautifully by Andrew Sachs.

©2007 CSA Telltapes Ltd (P)2007 CSA Telltapes Ltd Classics European World Literature Funny Witty Imperialism Middle Ages
Compelling Satire • Hilarious Story • Superb Narration • Fantastical Adventure • Gracious Protagonist • Skilled Reader
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To my surprise, I loved it! It wasn't what I was expecting, but it was very interesting and I found myself on the edge of my seat waiting for every next word lol.

I was completely enthralled!

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Agreeable voice. Even narration. Read with a happy heart and parts acted out just right.

Well read, very well acted!

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Story was good, narrator, very good; but the musical interludes were too frequent and much too long. The music didn't enhance the experience, but rather seemed out of place

Why the music?

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It is a light read that uses events, rather than introspection, to explore a philosophical concept.

The Existentialist's telenovela

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If you could sum up Candide in three words, what would they be?

Happily ridiculous adventure.

Any additional comments?

I guess a lot of people read this in school. I hadn't touched it till I turned 30. Didn't know anything about the story and had very low expectations. Fortunately I was delighted and entertained nearly the whole way through. I recommend this situational comedy to anyone that enjoys satire and facepalms.

Funnier than I expected

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Where does Candide rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Outstanding characterisation, excellent expression to convey humour and the hyperbole.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Candide- is just so accepting of everything and gracious to all. He seems to be lacking in the darker side of human nature.

Which scene was your favorite?

Difficult to say as it is a heroic romp through the world.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, I listened to it in one sitting.

Any additional comments?

Highly recommend this, it is satire at its best!

Entertaining, funny, and endearing

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Would you try another book from Voltaire and/or Andrew Sachs?

I would definitely try another book from Voltaire. A book narrated by Andrew Sachs wouldn't deter me.

Would you recommend Candide to your friends? Why or why not?

Candide was actually a fun listen. The humor is so understated. It's really interesting how there is so much tragedy, but I would still call this a comedy.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

His style was a little odd. He would elongate some of the words at the end. It was just a little awkward.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Possibly...It would really depend on who the director was and who the actors were. There are so many ways this story could go wrong.

Humorous Tragedy

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There are sound effects and funny voices in this recording. Very entertaining!

Screw you, 15-word minimum!

Interesting classic, funny narrator!

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I had to read this for one of my classes, and was happily surprised. I certainly had heard of Candide before but never took the time to read it. It was just plain brilliant. Having it in audio form brought the book to life.

Brilliant, as expected

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Superbly read. I love this book to begin with, but the reading has a flow to it that makes it come alive. Well done and highly recommended.

A great book read by a great story teller.

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