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Ballad of the Whiskey Robber
- Narrated by: Eric Bogosian, Demetri Martin, Tommy Ramone, Jonathan Ames, Gary Shteyngart, Arthur Phillips, Darin Strauss, Samantha Power
- Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 04-21-06
- Language: English
- Publisher: Hachette Audio
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $17.09
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Publisher's Summary
Winner of Borders "Original Voices" Book of the Year and a New York Times Editors' Choice, Ballad of the Whiskey Robber tells the hilarious and improbable true story of Attila Ambrus, the Robin Hood of Eastern Europe. He's the onetime pelt smugger, goaltender (possibly the worst in the history of pro hockey), pen salesman, Zamboni driver, gravedigger, church painter, roulette addict, building superintendent, whiskey drinker, and native of Transylvania who's decided that the best thing to do with his time is to rob as many banks as possible.
Welcome to Julian Rubinstein's uproariously funny and unforgettable account of crime in the heart of the new Europe. Part Unbearable Lightness of Being, part Pink Panther, and part Slap Shot, Rubinstein's tale is a spectacular literary debut - and a story so outrageous that it could only be true.
Critic Reviews
- Audie Award Finalist, Achievement in Production, 2007
"Must be heard to be believed." (The Onion)
"Offers that simple pleasure, a great story." (Esquire)
"Outrageously entertaining." (San Francisco Chronicle)
"Rubinstein has found a story of the sort that would make even the most dry-mouthed journalist slobber. Sometimes sad, often hilarious and always absurd." (The New York Times)
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- Randall
- 07-22-07
DUH
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- Teresa
- Tomball, TX, United States
- 09-02-08
liked it
This was a thoroughly enjoyable "lite" read. I liked that different people spoke their parts. Quiky and fun book! It made me want to visit Hungary, and Romania...
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
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- Jeri
- FPO, AP, USA
- 08-09-08
Funniest book EVER
The author/narrator is fantastic. I listened to this book three times and am still intrigued!! I'm scanning audible weekly for new Julian Rubenstein books.
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
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- Paul
- Rockville, MD, USA
- 08-30-06
Truth is better than fiction
I loved this story. Each time I found myself thinking, "This is too farfetched," I remembered that it's actually a true story! The reader is great and even the music, which I usually find distracting, is very professional and adds to the feel of the story.
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- J Marshall
- Chicago, IL
- 03-24-18
wonderful "read"
actor portrayal made the impact allowing us to "see" the characters and each scene. carried us along throughout.
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- Lauren W
- 10-24-17
Everything an audibook should be
I cannot recommend listening to this book enough. The story is very interesting but the varied voice acting, integration of music, etc make this an all around great, highly entertaining experience!
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- Ken P.
- Sacramento, Ca.
- 03-11-13
Interesting
If you could sum up Ballad of the Whiskey Robber in three words, what would they be?
The cast does an amazing job of bringing this book to life. I definitely recommend this one.
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
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- Anna
- Livingston , MT, USA
- 11-24-09
Wonderfully offbeat satire!
This book is fun, quirky, intelligent, and touching. The narration adds surprise, authenticity, and silliness. The book might not be for everyone, but will be a favorite for those who like satire and oddball characters.
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
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- Greg
- San Marino, CA, USA
- 08-09-06
Go whiskey robber
I loved this book. You will find yourself cheering fo Atilla the Whiskey Robber. I can not wait until the movie comes out. The audio portion was one the best including the music.
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
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- Matthew
- 11-03-11
Hungarian history and a good story to boot
The tale is a good one, one that has its environs in a society under turmoil. If there was ever a case for someone to commit a crime the Whiskey Robber's modus operandi should be followed. The Whisky Robber was a man who became a modern-day folklore hero in two countries because the socio-economic conditions of a post-communist country warrants a man taking the banks, the wealthy, and the government to task with grace. I enjoyed the inclusion of familiar political figures, such as Al Gore. A fantastic look into Hungary’s recent past. Rubinstein was spot on in taking the reader through the complicated times of an unemployed professional hockey player. It makes one think… what would I do in this situation? I recommend this to anyone who wants a well-written view into another world.
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- Andrew Agoston-Jones
- 05-05-16
Amazing and gripping then you realise it's all true
You read this book and yes it takes a couple of chapters to get going , but once the action begins you really fear for him and laugh out loud at points too. The voices add to the story as well
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- Sergiu Pobereznic (author)
- 12-11-16
brilliant.!!!!
loved it from start to finish. can't say any more than that. buy it and see