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Candide
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LENGTH3 hrs and 38 mins
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RELEASE DATE01-29-08
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
On hearing about their often disastrous travels, a listener feels unfortunately less than empathetic, and can't help laughing out loud at this very funny account of the trail our optimistic travellers take, and at their eternal and endearing joy at the world and its potential discoveries.
Read beautifully by Andrew Sachs.
© and (P)2007 CSA Telltapes Ltd
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What Members Say
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"Beautifully performed!"
Would you consider the audio edition of Candide to be better than the print version?The audio edition brings clarity to the multiplicity of characters and the performance animates each one in a memorable way. To me, this makes the audio version compelling in a much different way from the book.
Who was your favorite character and why?All of the characters are compelling. The pastiche created by the entirety is what makes the work great.
Have you listened to any of Andrew Sachs’s other performances before? How does this one compare?I have not listened to any other Andrew Sachs performances but plan to.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?The book is hilarious and, as a result, horrifying because of the compelling and biting satire ensconced within the clever and brilliant writing.
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"Humorous Tragedy"
Would you try another book from Voltaire and/or Andrew Sachs?I would definitely try another book from Voltaire. A book narrated by Andrew Sachs wouldn't deter me.
Would you recommend Candide to your friends? Why or why not?Candide was actually a fun listen. The humor is so understated. It's really interesting how there is so much tragedy, but I would still call this a comedy.
What do you think the narrator could have done better?His style was a little odd. He would elongate some of the words at the end. It was just a little awkward.
If this book were a movie would you go see it?Possibly...It would really depend on who the director was and who the actors were. There are so many ways this story could go wrong.
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"WONDERFUL"
I join the thousands - millions? - who adore this book. hilarious, skillful and downright stunning, this gripper of a tale mocks the Enlightenment with such wit one cannot put this down!!!!!!
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"Well read rendition"
Very enjoyable. I have always enjoyed this book so my review is based solely on Andrew Sachs narration
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"Enjoyable introducation"
If you could sum up Candide in three words, what would they be?A jolly ride.
What did you like best about this story?We all share human foibles no matter our place in history or society.
Any additional comments?Great introduction to classic French writing. My first audio Voltaire was a real treat.
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"Interesting classic, funny narrator!"
There are sound effects and funny voices in this recording. Very entertaining!
Screw you, 15-word minimum!0 of 2 people found this review helpful