Ireland

De: Frank Delaney

Narrado por: Frank Delaney

One evening in 1951, an itinerant storyteller arrives unannounced at a house in the Irish countryside. In exchange for a bed and a warm meal, he invites his hosts and their neighbors to join him by the wintry fireside and begins to tell formative stories of Ireland's history. Ronan, a nine-year-old boy, grows so entranced by the storytelling that, when the old man leaves abruptly under mysterious circumstances, the boy devotes himself to finding him again.

Ronan's search for the Storyteller becomes both a journey of self-discovery, long unspoken family secrets, and an immersion into the sometimes conflicting histories of his native land.

A sweeping novel of huge ambition, Ireland is the beautifully told story of a remarkable nation. It rings with the truth of a writer passionate about his country and in full command of his craft.

©2005 Frank Delaney (P)2005 HarperAudio

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"A sprawling, riveting read....Rich and satisfying." (Publishers Weekly)

Fantastic Book!

This is definately going down as one of my most favorite books of all time. I couldn't stop listening. Delaney is a fantastic story teller; not only the history was great, but the story behind it was wonderful and full of surprises.

Interesting but bit slow

Overall the story was a bit slow. There are some wonderful prices of writing within. There was something about the story in which I just had to finish. Every time I was about to give up on this one, I would suddenly find myself wanting to know what would happen next.

Amazing

A truly wonderful rendering of the art of storytelling!
One of best books I've ever read (listened to).

The Author and Narrator did a marvelous job, a rare achievement.

Storytelling at its best.

The audio book is a treat. Frank Delaney’s performance of all the various characters is fascinating. I absolutely loved this and will be ordering another Frank Delaney as soon as I finish this review!

One of the best

I’ve listened to 100’s of books on audible but only replay ones like this.

Took a bit to get into but once in all in!

I love the narration and the way the story leaves you hanging till the unexpected end! I love the history and the passion of the storyteller and Roland. Very good…

Rewarding pre travel book

I listened in the way to Ireland and it really got me in the right frame of mind to relax and truly enjoy what Ireland is all about.

A wonderfully read history of Ireland

Too often when the writer reads his own material, his voice isn?t up to the quality of professional readers. This isn?t the case with this wonderful novel. This book is really a series of vignettes about the history of Ireland, starting from its ancient days up until Bloody Sunday. Each story is given to his hosts by a traveling ?storyteller,? one of the central characters of the story. A parallel story involving the storyteller, his past and his loved ones runs throughout. Its only flaw is a periodic over-sentimentality, the kind in ?chicken-soup-for the soul? books. But these failings are rare. Overall a satisfying and absorbing listen.

Outstanding Storytelling

Wonderfully read. It is a shame Audible charges now 2 credits for this and Tipperary- Last month it was only 1 credit... and the price did not change!

I've found THE story teller! His name is Frank.

There are essentially 2 stories happening at once. #1, the encounter with and the search for the "story teller" and #2, the collection of short stories told along the way. It's NOT difficult to follow, if you're worried about that.

The writer/narrator (to distinguish him from the "story teller") made me an insider and taught history that will stick to me. He opened the heart and soul of the people. He did this in little digestible chunks.

I was hooked immediately. You will be too.