Making Poldark

De: Robin Ellis

Narrado por: Robin Ellis

This is the long-awaited memoir of BBC/Masterpiece Theatre actor Robin Ellis, the original Captain Ross Poldark in the BBC classic television series. This expanded edition includes an all new chapter documenting Robin's return to television as part of the new series produced by Mammoth Screen, on behalf of the BBC and Masterpiece/PBS, with Aidan Turner as the new Poldark.

First broadcast in the 1970s, this saga of thwarted love, passion, and swashbuckling adventure, set against hard times in 18th-century Cornwall, became an international sensation, popular in over 40 countries around the world. The memoir also describes the behind-the-scenes story of the original BBC/Masterpiece Theater series, the ongoing effect of "Poldark perks" on Robin's life, and his transformation into a cookbook author.

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A pleasure from cover to cover

Robin Ellis is not Ross Poldark, but he did do a great job. Love the TV series where Robin played Ross and thought he did an excellent job. This book is really a good read, or listen to. Nothing startling and explained the whys and therefore of not only the TV series but also of Robin Ellis career. I thought in his later years that writing a cook book was a bit of a let down, but as he has Type 2 Diabetes and the cook book answers that, I was a little interested in getting the cook book. Actually I don't cook or have Type 2 Diabetes so perhaps not. Anyway, I enjoyed this short book and really would recommend any one who found the first series entertaining to listen to Robin narrate this book with his skill and matter of fact way.

Brilliantly Awesome Poldark Comes Alive!!!!

Would you consider the audio edition of Making Poldark to be better than the print version?

Yes! Absolutely. I first read this book when I discovered that it was in print. When I learned about the audio version, I couldn't wait to hear it. Even though I read the print version before, it is like I never read the book. Listening to Robin tell the stories with such great detail and colorful descriptive language in his gorgeous British accent brings everything to life. The stories are interesting and funny. Robin is such a good story teller and even if you aren't familiar with the Poldark novels, you will enjoy.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Robin gives listeners the inside view of what its really like to be a professional actor. There were many times when I laughed out loud or became sad just because life is always changing and some things we wish could last forever. Picturing him as a young actor in of all places, Cornwall, in the 1970s with the likes of Richard Morant and Angharad Reese should have every romantic pining.

What about Robin Ellis’s performance did you like?

He adds honesty and is humble which makes the listener love him and the stories even more! He reveals pieces of his personal life, which for fans like me, appreciate. We feel like we are taken in by his generosity.

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

I like hearing about the transitions of his life. Because he is an artist and also a risk taker, he ends up in places and situations that he never expected. That's what is fun. That is what life should be about. Taking risks and going for it. That's what all of us wish we could do and Robin Ellis has done it.

Any additional comments?

One side comment. As an American, I especially liked hearing how to pronounce Angharad's name properly. I can't recommend this book highly enough. I loved it.

Updating a classic

If you could sum up Making Poldark in three words, what would they be?

Fascinating, Enjoyable, Satisfying

What was one of the most memorable moments of Making Poldark?

This audio book is an update of Robin Ellis's book about his star-making participation in the original "Poldark" series, which, in the 1970's, received frenzied attention in the UK,Europe, and in the US. Ellis's tributes to his fellow actors and author Winston Graham, and his own fine sense of story-telling, always made his book a pleasure to revisit over the years. The bonus in this new audio version, (perhaps one of the "Poldark perks", as he describes it) is that, due to his appearances in the 2015 Poldark series, he is again well-placed to provide new behind-the-scenes insights for us die-hard "Poldark" and Robin Ellis fans.

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

As always,training and experience will out: the author's performance is beautifully-read, and engaging.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Always Poldark

Any additional comments?

I own the print book, but it was a new treat to hear this accomplished actor reading his narrative regarding both the vintage "Poldark" series and the 2015 version.

At last!

What a wonderful way to hear from Robin Ellis, at last. The Poldark fans have been waiting for the beloved Ross to resurface.

Bravo, Robin! We have missed you!

Poldark lives!

Robin Ellis has done a wonderful job of giving me a look into the experience of filming the story that I love. I have enjoyed the 1975 version as well as the 2015 version made for TV. I read all 12 books during this lockdown due to COVID-19. Winston Graham’s story saved my sanity and gave me a group of dear friends that live on in my mind and my soul, and Robin Ellis just took me on a walk in and around Cornwall and the world of Poldark in his very delightful book. I know I will return to it often just as I will the series and the books. Thank you Robin!