• Nicholas Nickleby

  • By: Charles Dickens
  • Narrated by: Simon Vance
  • Length: 31 hrs and 20 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,049 ratings)

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Nicholas Nickleby

By: Charles Dickens
Narrated by: Simon Vance
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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

This book is so little known and should be on the best seller list!!! It is riveting. If you are a fan of classic 19th century literature, you will love it. Nicholas and his sister overcome incredible odds set against them by their unscrupulous Uncle to grow and thrive after losing their father and all financial support. They are devoted to their mother, who is silly and absurd. Touching love stories abound, and the princes rescue the damsels in distress. This is truly a great and enjoyable book with happy endings for the good guys and justice for the bad guys.

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A knockout!

Thirty-one hours of pure unalloyed pleasure. The reader is a genius.

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Fave Dickens

This is my favorite of all the Dickens novels, and Nicholas is my favorite of all Dickens heroes! I do love David Copperfield, of course, but Nicholas has my heart. I realize the characters Dickens creates are pretty, schmaltzy, is that the word?, but I love them, and I wish I could meet somebody like Nicholas Nickleby. Though the end is, of course, predictable, it is the happily-ever-after ending I always love from Dickens.

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Yup, a delight

Robert is right-on. Sheer delight. The reader makes this wonderful book even more alive than on the page. If you like early Dickens, this audiobook is a must.

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delightful story, fabulous narrator

This was the first Dickens I've downloaded, and I can't wait to hear others. The characters and situations sometimes made me laugh out loud and Dickens' understanding of human nature is always right on the mark. This narrator is so gifted - his voices were perfect for male and female characters alike and all were easy to distinguish and truly delightful. A joy.

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A classic story and a great listen

I liked this audio book very much. The narration was excellent, with very consistent characterisations throughout.

The story is a classic, and although, in my opinion, it doesn't have the depth and humour of David Copperfield, it is a very engaging story on many levels.

I don't hesitate recommending this audiobook to anyone who wants to dip their toe into a Dickens novel, and I'd recommend also listening to David Copperfield (Unabridged)at some time after this for a complete Charles Dickens experience

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Classic Dickens superbly read

The story is just what you expect from Dickens: some memorable characters (the villainous ones are especially memorable); a somewhat complex interweaving of plots leading to surprising discoveries about birth and parentage; some good women who are rather insipid; some sickly sentimentality, especially regarding a brother-sister relationship; a poignant young death; justice to the villains; a happy ending; and much wonderful prose. The reading is excellent. My only complaint is that the plaintiveness of Smyke and the Yorkshire accent of John B. is a little overdone. But this is minor. Dickens is a very great writer, and Simon Vance does him justice.

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Another Dickens Gem

Really a gem of a book. Nicholas Nickleby is one of my all-time favorite Dickens characters, you will absolutely fall in love with him. Great story, with a wonderful array of quirky characters, extremely villanous villans and exceptionally virtuous heros. Very entertaining!

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Great Cast of characters!

Another excellent novel by Charles Dickens! Sympathetic and noble Nicholas attempts to find his fortune in an interesting array of life styles which compose jolly old England. Narrated by Robert Whitfield, this novel boasts of a wide cast of voices which not only maintain the listeners' attention but also portray the characters in a most delightful and colorful manner. Excellent read if you truly enjoy Dickens!

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Wonderful way to enjoy the Dickens' collection of stories. Highly recommended.

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