Kramer vs. Kramer

A Novel

De: Avery Corman

Narrado por: Peter Berkrot

Avery Corman’s powerful classic novel about the end of a marriage and the bond between a father and child

For Joanna and Ted Kramer, building a life in New York City is tough but full of joy thanks to their lovely little boy, Billy. Or so it seems, until one day Joanna walks out, unable to manage the burdens of family life and her own unfulfilled ambitions. Alone with Billy, Ted begins to navigate the challenges of single parenthood and forms a bond with his son that no one can break - except the courts. When Joanna suddenly resurfaces and decides she wants Billy back, Ted must fight for the right to hold on to everything he holds most dear.

Adapted as the landmark film starring Dustin Hoffman and Meryl Streep, Kramer vs. Kramer is an unforgettable and heartrending story of love and devotion in the wake of divorce.

©1977 Avery Corman, Inc. (P)2012 Audible, Inc.

Being a man doesn’t mean you can’t nurture your child

Been there done that. Children require both parents to act as adults for the greater good.

Such a tragic but heartwarming story

I've always loved this movie. I see why the book was chosen. Such a relevant story about fatherhood, even after forty years. Kudos!

BRAVO!!!!!

I've known of the movie for, well ,decades. I never had a desire to watch....BUT I just finished listening to the audible, and I say, BRAVO!!!! BRAVO

Actually an interesting story

Where does Kramer vs. Kramer rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Above average

Who was your favorite character and why?

The father figure. I like how he was taking care of his child by himself, and at the same time overcame the hardship from being laid off twice.

Have you listened to any of Peter Berkrot’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When he was packing the stuff for his kid...

Any additional comments?

Have seen posters about fathers' rights before, and it really sucks that mothers always get the kids regardless how the fathers love and care about their kids. Fathers' rights should be protected, too. Or else what's the point for guys to get married?

A Roller Coaster ride of emotions!

I was enjoying the narration of the story for the first five and half hours. Peter Berkrot was PERFECT in his delivery. In the last hour I was ANGRY with the direction the story was going. In the last couple of minutes I CHOKED up with the feelings of JOY and RELIEF. I've read this book changed the way child custody was determined. Reading what appeared to be the way it was handled at the time of the writing of this book and the way it is handled now, I'm glad the changes were made. If you're a parent, this is a great eye opening and emotional read. Highly recommend.