Nicholas Nickleby

By: Charles Dickens

Narrated by: Simon Vance

Length: 31 hrs and 20 mins

Publisher's summary

The most gorgeously theatrical of all Dickens's novels, Nicholas Nickleby follows the delightful adventures of a hearty young hero in 19th-century England. Nicholas, a gentleman's son fallen upon hard times, must set out to make his way in the world. His journey is accompanied by some of the most swaggering scoundrels and unforgettable eccentrics in Dickens's pantheon.

From the dungeon-like Yorkshire boys' boarding school run by the cruel Wackford Squeers to the high-spirited stage of Vincent Crummles' extraordinary acting troupe, Nicholas Nickleby is a triumph of the imagination, bursting with color, humor, and poignant social commentary.

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Amazing!

I love Charles Dickens! His insight into human nature is remarkable, and his ability to create unique characters unmatched. So much has been said about Dickens, I don't need to add more here. As for the story, it was written early on in his career, and is consequently has a youthful swagger about it. It is most definitely a romance, all ends up well in the end. Not as good as some of his more mature writing, but better than Bleak House and Our Mutual Friend.

Simon Vance is an amazing narrator. The amount of different voices he comes up with is remarkable. The only voice I didn't like was Smyke's, but that may have been intentional on his part. Amazing narrator, best one I've heard on Audible besides Grover Gardner.

The narrator brought the story alive!

I still can’t believe that there was only one narrator for all these characters in this story. It was such a treat.

All Shades of Perfect !!

Great Narration !! Great Story !! Great Characters!! It was Perfect , I enjoyed every second and Simon Vance made this possible

Great reading of an engrossing classic

This is the audio equivalent of a book you can’t put down. Dickens’ world is so vivid and colorful, and Simon Vance brings each character to life in a way that is nuanced and distinct. #classic #novel #fiction #adventure #comingofage #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

Another great time spent with Dickens.

Loved it. Just what I have come to expect from Charles Dickens. Great characters and an absorbing tale. Simon Vance, as always, is an excellent narrator.

Dickens never disappoints

Even though Dickens is often frustrating at the beginning, the end is always worth it.

Wonderfully read and a captivating story

You can't do any better than this rendition of Nicholas Nickleby. The voice actor certainly deserves fame for his rendition. I can never fully express how wonderful this performance was. A joy. Dickens would be proud.

Wonderful and so well read

I love the way Charles Dickens champions the common person of uncommon character. The narrator is perfect.

Fantastic classic retelling

Absolutely fantastic retelling of Nicholas Nickleby. I have no idea how the extremely talented narrator (Mr. Simon Vance) can do so many diverse and interesting accents (and keep them all straight in his head), but he does just that. This, together with the genius of Dickens, adds a richness to the story that had me riveted and transfixed to the spot. My two-hour long commute became something that I really looked forward to! Thank you indeed! I fully recommend this version!!

Humour and sadness entwined

Simon Vance brings this wonderful story of Nicholas Nickleby to life with his different voices enhancing the characters and making them live as Dickens had no doubt envisioned. Noble hearts and intentions interspersed with bitter and vengeful souls and laced with delightful humour made this book a must a hear and know. Dickens sets the bar for writers.