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Frank Lloyd Wright
- Narrated by: Carrington Macduffie
- Length: 6 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 01-27-05
- Language: English
- Publisher: Books on Tape
Regular price: $23.93
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"A stimulating, well-balanced treatment....With its dollop of sizzle, this fluently written biography will provoke renewed interest in Wright's architecture." (Publishers Weekly)
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- Stephen B
- Palo Alto, CA, USA
- 03-06-05
Wonderful book! Excellent reader!
Here is the perfect counterpoint to Ayn Rand's "The Fountainhead": Ada Louise Huxtable gives us a satisfying and up-to-date story of the roguish, egotistical, despicable, brilliant, and completely human FLW, in a biography thoroughly researched and wonderfully told. An added plus: Huxtable's superb and often poetic descriptions of some of Wright's architectural masterpieces. Also, for Rand readers, a hilarious anecdote involving the avatar of objectivism. A must read!
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- Jason
- Austin, TX, USA
- 09-24-12
Quick, yet insightful
Would you listen to Frank Lloyd Wright again? Why?
Yes. It was a quick read. Short book. And it was very interesting.
What did you like best about this story?
I learned things that I did not know. It focused on his life, not just his work, and referenced other authors. That was smart.
What about Carrington Macduffie’s performance did you like?
She did very well. Easy to listen to.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I was shocked by how rude Frank Lloyd Wright could be.
Any additional comments?
If you want to learn about the life of Frank Lloyd Wright, start here.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Joan
- Palo Alto, CA, USA
- 09-24-05
Sparkling Biography - Full of Wit and Insight!
I LOVE this book!! It's a great telling of the strange life of a quirky genius. Ms. Huxtable is brilliant at describing Wright's unique and wonderous creations. Also, Ms. Carrington, the reader, really adds value to the narrative! HIGHLY recommended!
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- Dana
- Skokie, IL, United States
- 08-17-09
Not exactly what I expected
As a Chicago native I've always known about Frank Lloyd Wright. Although interested in understanding more about his work, I wanted a deeper look into his personal life and his notorious relationships with various women throughout his lifetime.
I admit I didn't finish listening to this book because it just seemed to focus so much on his work.
If you're a true architecture buff this book is definitely for you. Otherwise you might want to look for another book on FLW's life.
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
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- RumiKumu
- 01-16-18
excellent review
Having the privilege of an open archives and the temperance of time after a person's death, the author has been able to create an even handed biography of this interesting architect, and his creations. while also including the opinions of his critics and the voices of the people who supported him.
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- Taylor
- 11-08-17
Absolutely Excellent
Best biography I’ve heard in a while! The story was great and the narration was great
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- Aaron Elliott
- Saint Louis, MO, US
- 03-13-09
Very Good
A tightly written ball of facts and anecdotes. Outstanding. Very well narrated.
1 of 2 people found this review helpful