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Ivanhoe

By: Walter Scott
Narrated by: Simon Prebble
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The epitome of the chivalric novel, Ivanhoe sweeps listeners into Medieval England and the lives of a memorable cast of characters. Ivanhoe, a trusted ally of Richard the Lion Hearted, returns from the Crusades to reclaim the inheritance his father denied him. Rebecca, a vibrant, beautiful Jewish woman, is defended by Ivanhoe against a charge of witchcraft - but it is Lady Rowena who is Ivanhoe's true love.

The wicked Prince John plots to usurp England's throne, but two of the most popular heroes in all of English literature - Richard the Lion Hearted and the well-loved, famous outlaw Robin Hood - team up to defeat the Normans and regain the castle. The success of this novel lies with Sir Walter Scott's skillful blend of historic reality, chivalric romance, and high adventure.

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Thrilling Storyline • Engaging Characters • Beautiful Voice • Rich Historical Setting • Virtuous Themes • Brave Knights
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This was my first Sir Walter Scott and while I enjoyed it, it was to modern ears a bit corny. What did make it interesting was listening to an historical novel set in the middle ages written in English not too different to that written by Jane Austen. It gave the whole novel an authenticity as the descriptive passages were not written as they would be today.

Overall I enjoyed it and will listen to more Scott. Simon Prebble did a great job narrating as he always does.

Rather corny but enjoyable nevertheless.

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The narrator created excitement through his reading of the story, which engrossed me throughout. Highly recommend.

So glad I listened!

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Anyone who has not read this should get around to it. I read it when I was 10 years old. Nearly 50 years later it is well worth re-reading.I had forgotten how many of the movies about Robin Hood had their basis in this story.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I couldn't pick a favorite character no matter how I tried. Each seemed very alive to me.

Which character – as performed by Simon Prebble – was your favorite?

Simon Prebble was good at making the villains of the piece come alive. He has the voice for menace, I think.

It's a classic, of course

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I liked the story, I should have read it 50 years ago. I didn't because I got tired of all of the words. They are one of the reasons I didn't. I have found that listing to this kind of book is an enjoy able experience.

Robinhood's birth

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The book is amazing! The end well leave your heart aching for more. READ IT!!!

A book no-one knows, that everybody should read

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An excellent story with fascinating historical interest. I would highly recommend listening to this book.

Excellent

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This book has everything: knights, battles, chivalry, romance, tension, humor—you name it. It’s a rich, engaging story that pulls you into the world of medieval England with outstanding characters and themes of honor, loyalty, and justice. I thought it might feel dated, but it’s engaging and easy to follow. If you’ve ever thought about reading it, don’t wait as long as I did. Totally worth it—and the audiobook version is excellent too!

I can’t believe I waited until I was 51 to read Ivanhoe!

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Feast upon one of GRRM’s most obvious influences. It’s got knights, lists, battles, big dumb men having punching contests, Robin Hood, and what may be English literature’s first positive depiction of a Jewish woman. Simon Prebble narrates beautifully and compellingly. Such a fun listen, it will be on my list of things to listen to when I need to calm the heck down.

If you loved ASOIAF…

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Wanted to read this since it sparked renewed interest in the time period upon its release and is important in literature's history. Book was decent, reader was great.

Great Reader, OK Book

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I enjoy the writing style of the late 18th and 19th century. Still, I was expecting Scott to be a little turgid, and I was pleasantly surprised. He has a marvelous vocabulary. The plot is a little corny; the characters are not especially complex, and highly idealized. But it's an enjoyable book, expertly narrated. The Saxon v Normal antagonisms, and the persecution of Jews are historically interesting; but I don't believe this book is a very reliable source of historical information or insights.

A good story very well told

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