
Oliver Twist
Dickens on Dickens
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Narrated by:
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Gerald Dickens
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By:
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Charles Dickens
Gerald Dickens, great, great grandson of Charles Dickens, reads this traditional tale.
Oliver Twist is the second novel by English author Charles Dickens. The time honoured story is about the orphan Oliver Twist, who escapes from a workhouse and travels to London where he meets the renowned Artful Dodger, leader of a gang of juvenile pickpockets. Oliver is led to the lair of their elderly criminal trainer Fagin, naively unaware of their unlawful activities.
It is likely that Dickens's own early youth as a child labourer contributed to the story's development.
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What did you love best about Oliver Twist?
The story is wonderful to start with, but Gerald Dickens' narration puts it over the top!What was one of the most memorable moments of Oliver Twist?
All the truths coming out at the end.Have you listened to any of Gerald Dickens’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
This was my first, and I will most definitely seek out more of his work!Who was the most memorable character of Oliver Twist and why?
All of the characters are so well-drawn, but for me... probably Nancy. She risks everything to do the right thing.Any additional comments?
Just one... if you are reading this review to see what others think of this particular version of Oliver Twist -- trust me... THIS is the one to get. You will not be sorry!Hands Down, THIS Is The Version To Listen To
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We missed him doing Christmas Carol this year at Winterthur.
Dickens on Dickens
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Dickens with Oliverr
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Amazing reader!
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Dickens wrote this book to call attention to the plight of orphans during his time. I'd like to point out that worldwide there are about 147 million orphans at this time and we can all use this book to inspire thought on how to help orphans throughout the world.
I think the visceral reaction to the things which orphans routinely suffered was the main reason I didn't like this book so much. It hit me very hard. However, I must also say, that it does have a Dickens happy ending and some poetic as well as real, justice.
Gerald Dickens does a really fabulous job of narrating this story and I enjoyed listening to him very much.
Clearly, I was ruined for this book after having watched "Oliver!" the musical as a child...and all I can say about the movie is, how can anyone read this book and then say, "Let's make a musical out of it!"
Still a great book, but I won't be renting the movie anytime soon.
My least favorite Dickens, but still a classic
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Would you listen to Oliver Twist again? Why?
I will probably listen to Oliver Twist again, even though I have already read it several times.What was one of the most memorable moments of Oliver Twist?
I love the contrast between Dickens descriptions of his "evil" characters; Bill Sykes, Fagin, and his "good" characters; Oliver, Nancy.My favorite scenes are the comedic ones between Mr. and Mrs. Bumble.What about Gerald Dickens’s performance did you like?
Gerald Dickens is a brilliant narrator who accurately imitates every regional accent necessary to this cast of characters; a skill I greatly admire.When I purchased this version of Oliver Twist, I had to chose between a couple of very fine narrators and was pleasantly surprised that Gerald Dickens was not just trying to "cash in" on being the great grandchild of Charles Dickens, but is highly skilled and talented in his own right.
Brilliant narration
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Great Book, even though a bit over acted.
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The story itself is great also...most people know Oliver's story...but although I read the book some years ago, I was surprised at some stuff I had forgotten, and the story kept my attention and admiration completely.
If you have NOT ever encountered Oliver Twist, do so now! It is a very entertaining story.
Really excellent narrator!!!!!
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Absolutely perfect performance!
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Wonderful!
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