I enjoy most books i listen to unless it is a dramatization and it was not clearly labeled to distinguish it's self from and audio book

Any other popular novel from and english author from the same era

I enjoyed his take on politicians

I listen to my books generally while i am working so if it is less than twelve hours of audio I usually would have it done in one day

Yes, because he read Gulliver's Travels very well considering all of the different characters he had to read for and he didn't read in silly voices. Pierce also had some incredibly weird names to pronounce and accents to keep straight.

When Gulliver left his Houyhnhnm Master.

1) When Gulliver left Glundalclitch.
2) When Gulliver left his Houyhnhnm Master.

Made me think about how Swift unfolded his idea that Humans are not suppose to know everything.

Now I know what it means when someone is called a YaHoo.

This is one of the best audiobook performances I have had the pleasure to listen to.

The story is timeless - and I've read it many times. All four of Gulliver's travels make for great reading.

All of them. He does a really great job.

When he realizes that humans are closer to base animals than creatures of reason.

David Hyde Pierce's voice is perfect for the role.

Even as I plan to reread the Swift masterpiece, I shall probably listen again as well. In fairness, some of discourse makes the text rather difficult for the audio medium, and while the reader may take the liberty of rereading a challenging passage, the listener generally cannot (or does not) indulge in an analogous luxury.

Pierce handled the narrative splendidly, with good articulation and clear delivery. There were parts of the third voyage (Laputa) that certainly require a little more time to process (cf., my first paragraph, above), although this is perhaps a subjective observation. I believe Pierce hits his high point in the final voyage; the nobility of the horses and savagery of the yahoos comes through with all of the author's intent.

Bottom line: a good production, an excellent performance, and -- of course -- a classic piece of literature.

I didn't think I could enjoy reading Gulliver's Travels more than I did until I heard this narration! If you are planning to read this novel, DEFINITELY download this one--the narration is crisp and pure, the character is well-developed, and the pronunciation is fantastic. I loved the fourth journey most if not for the story for David Pierce's awesome use of the foreign language.

A great book for anyone. Younger audiences can enjoy the fantastic journey's while older audiences can appreciate the political satire.

David Hyde Pierce did a fabulous narration of this classic book. I read about half of Gulliver's Travels when I was in college and was pleased to have finally read the book in its entirety. A real insight into political and moral issues as seen by Swift.
Sad that most people will know about Gulliver's first two adventures, but not the rest. Pierce's reading of the Houyhnhnms' language is fantastic. I don't think I would have enjoyed reading this neighing language, but he brings it to life.
A must read for classic enthusiasts.

I've always loved the story of Gulliver' Travels, having fallen in love with a movie version as a young child.

But I hadn't read the book in ages. The story is still great, but David Hyde Pierce's narration is nigh perfect. He has a great combination of arrogance, dry sarcasm, and moments of obsequiousness that the story calls for.

He also does an excellent job pronouncing all those made up words. I would've been reduced to giggle fits.

Tried this book in grade school! Wasn't I precocious? Finally came back and must say this is a great way to experience it. Hyde Pierce is the only narrator to try. He outshines every other option on this or I am sure, any other site. He is perfect in the role and I thank him for his glorius performance. The book gets wearisome near the end, going on a bit long, but I listened almost straight through in 2 sittings, which is a little rare for me. Funny and witty and entertaining. A wholly original idea in its time I expect and one that creators of every kind are still ripping off hundreds of years later. Must have caused a sensation when it came out and rightly so. Still, this will come off as dry to many who do not like older books or subtle styles of humor. Its not hit you in the face with a fish funny or anything. The jokes don't pinch you, you have to pay attention and think a little.

MUST READ CLASSIC

I particularly liked the way Gulliver spoke the truth--without "realizing" he was insulting his own world.

The end is wonderfully heartbreaking--as all great satires must b.

can't...too long

Listeneing to a different version on CraftLit and Just-the-Books. Everyone in our modern world should hear this book--and how little we've learned in 400 years...